They made the decision in 2008. They finally made the move in 2017. And they have not looked back since. Meet Pete and Marlyn McKee — a couple from Virginia who spent nearly a decade planning their retirement in the Philippines before selling up, paying off every debt, and moving to a 25 acre farm in the mountains of Nueva Vizcaya. They built their home, found their horses, hired farm help, and carved out a life in the foothills of the Cordillera Mountains — near the famous Banaue Rice Terraces — with cooler temperatures, stunning views, and a pace of life that America simply could not offer them. In this video we visit their farm, hear the full story of their slow motion move, and find out what life is really like for two Americans living completely off the beaten path in the Philippine mountains after 5 plus years. If you have ever dreamed of retiring to a farm abroad with land, animals and real peace and quiet, Pete and Marlyn will show you exactly what that life looks like. 🌐 FOLLOW PETE AND MARLYN Blog → innerearthblog.wordpress.com Blog → cordilleracowboy.home.blog Looking for Remote Work? Grab a copy of my ebook here https://bit.ly/4vzEp3e Want to be featured on the channel click here https://forms.gle/7jdxPQrwZF1s5BqF9 🕐 CHAPTERS 00:00 - Meet Pete and Marlyn — from Virginia to the Philippine Mountains 05:00 - The 10 year plan — how they prepared for the move 12:00 - Finding their 25 acre farm in Nueva Vizcaya 20:00 - Living without electricity while building the farm 28:00 - Farm life — horses, gardens, animals and hired help 36:00 - Life near the Banaue Rice Terraces 42:00 - Their honest advice for anyone planning a rural retirement abroad ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This video is for entertainment and informational purposes only. We are not financial advisors or relocation consultants. All experiences reflect our guests' personal situation and may vary. Please do your own research before making any financial or relocation decisions. 🛂 Visa Assistance for the Philippines (SRRV VISA) https://cgconsulting.ph/floyd 💡 Support the Channel + Get Exclusive Travel Resources: (These are affiliate links — I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!) 💸 Find Cheap Flights to the Philippines: http://bit.ly/46S4Uqv Best Debit Card for Digital Nomads https://wise.com/invite/ihpc/floyddwayneb 📶 Get a Reliable eSIM for PH Travel: https://airalo.tp.st/NBhVWBtC 🏨 Find Hotel Deals Across the Philippines: https://hotellook.tp.st/TgYX6heY 🎒 My Favorite Travel Gear & Essentials: https://amzn.to/3YJYvcx #NuevaVizcaya #CordilleraPhilippines #PhilippinesFarm #RetireInPhilippines #FarmLifePhilippines #OffGridPhilippines #BanaueRiceTerraces #PhilippinesMountains #AmericanExpat #VirginiaExpat #ExpatsInThePhilippines #RuralPhilippines #PhilippinesRetirement #FarmRetirement #HorseFarm #PinoyFloyd #ExpatInterview #PhilippinesCountryside #MountainFarm #retireabroad
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I've known Pete and Marlyn for almost 30 years from going to grade school with their son. They're good people. I'm glad to see they're doing well. What an incredible, beautiful home!
What a lovely couple. They definitely have created a nice active retirement for themselves. All the best to them.
Masarap parin sa Pilipinas kahit ano sasabihin niyo dyan sa abroad
Another beautiful story of Filipino expats who choose Philippines 🇵🇭 as their home country!
Me and my hubby from california living here in santiago city almost 10 years.
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Marlyn and Pete have a beautiful place out in the mountains. I have known them for several years now and the last time I was there, Pete took time away from the Thanksgiving party to let my young daughter ride a horse for the first time. They are good people and it’s nice that you visited their place.
Wow the Americans are finally rebuilding the Philippines house by house.
There house and farmstead is incredible.
Lucky lady got her one she be set now 😅
That is what I called a healthy retirement living as a couple. When you have the disposable income, the equity, good planning, and dedication, you will achieve your set goals and targets. These two people you can she that they are happy and relaxed. May they both enjoy many more years of their retirement together.
I like the passion he has taking care of his horses
The beach is a place to visit is so real
Wow that’s the kind of place i want to retire too!
Mrlyn & Pete, I love your place. You are nearer to heaven. Thanks for sharing your home.
nice property! would love to retire in that place!
Pete is humble but you can tell he is really smart.
Thank you for featuring this house.
Beautiful house n nice view of mountains so relaxing place…
14:27 Hey! That's St. Dominic Cathedral in Bayombong! 😍