Came to the same general conclusion:
http://originaltrilogy.com/forum/topic.cfm/Save-the-Lars-Homestead/topic/11803/
Although I appreciate the idea, it seems that this trip will only save it for a certain period of time. Wonder if it's better to set up a fund to support someone who lives there to maintain the place or build an enclosure. The environment's just too rough for this type of dwelling to persist for any lengthy duration.