about us
a married couple embracing a simpler, slower life in rural ireland
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Our Story
Hello!
We’re Bethan + Mark, a married couple living an intentional life beyond the systems and modern conventions that keep people stressed, disconnected, and unfulfilled.
After two years of full-time travel in our van and petsitting, we left the UK permanently in 2025 to embrace a slower, simpler, purpose-driven life. In 2026, we settled in rural West Cork, Ireland 🇮🇪, where we now live on a remote, 17-acre country estate by the sea as live-in managers, caring for the properties, land, and animals that surround us.
Through this space, we share the real, unfiltered journey of living in alignment with our values:
~ Living intentionally with Christian faith and traditional values at the centre
~ Exploring self-sufficiency, homesteading, and off-grid living
~ Prioritising health, wellness, and meaningful time together
Our story isn’t just about the highlights; it’s about the challenges, lessons, and choices that come with designing a life that truly matters. From managing a large rural estate to pursuing freedom, simplicity, and purpose in daily life, we aim to inspire those who are curious about alternative lifestyles, intentional living, and faith-led choices.
This space is our journey, and our invitation to you. Whether you’re a fellow freedom seeker, homestead dreamer, or intentional living explorer, we hope our experiences encourage you to create a life rooted in faith, wellness, and meaning.
God bless, Bethan + Mark