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“We were basically homesteading the first 12 years. For the longest time, we didn’t have plumbing. We were using outhouses and washing dishes in the lake,” he admitted.

From MarketWatch Jul. 1, 2026

The lack of sewer lines means outhouses are a common sight.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 7, 2024

As it turns out we have three outhouses, excuse me “Johns” to turn to as a potential replacement for the outgoing Mitch.

From Salon Feb. 29, 2024

As well as social media posts, Ms Salt contacted neighbours who checked their CCTV, outhouses and gardens.

From BBC Jan. 12, 2024

I’ve seen lots of Eaton’s Catalogues before: up north they’re hung in outhouses for use as toilet paper.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood