[ggcdn]

Interesting read, who hasn't dreamt of doing something like this (perhaps at different scales). I've started saving for a parcel of land in the Kootenays to build a.. ahem... much less grandiose dwelling for weekend getaways.

I would invest in a couple of these [0]

[0] http://www.onestopfire.com/sprinklers.htm

[brailsafe]

The Kootenays are beautiful and it's probable that you'll find a less costly piece of land. Good luck