Just look around that area of the world that you would love to live . Maybe somewhere sithing
a few hours drive of the ocean ? Maybe within a 1/2 hour of a nice lake or river . Some where within 1 hour drive of a major
city and i betcha you will find 5 acres or two 2.5 acre parcels available for purchase at very close to 3,000 and acre if
you buy 10 or 5,000 and acre if you buy 5 . 2008 prices
The commuting costs into the city can be a NON issue if
in time you find the hobby of creating your own fuel to be fun and rewarding .
The time commuting also can become
your won special times since you can be self employed and work the hours you want .