In 2001, Bear Grylls bought a £95,000 Welsh island and rebuilt its only home

In 2001, adventurer Bear Grylls purchased a remote island in Wales for £95,000. At the time of acquisition, the island's sole residence was in a state of severe disrepair, described as a complete wreck. Grylls and a group of friends dedicated four years to the restoration of the property.

The island now serves as an off-grid family retreat. The residence has been modernized to function independently of public utilities, utilizing wind and solar power for electricity and a roof-based collection system for rainwater.