#1 The house that chose us - The first day at our farm in Italy

After a year of searching for our dream renovation project, we bought an old abandoned farmstead in the North of Italy at the beginning of 2023. It's situated in the south of the Piemonte region, where the Alps and Apennine mountains meet.
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[@lindachenoweth9002]

I'm a widow and to old to venture out, so I get my adventures from watching the younger generation fill their lives with wonder. Thank you for letting us in on your new adventure. Looking forward to seeing your progress via videos.

[@chefjimmybob]

Very sorry to hear that Linda, but it sounds like you have an amazing approach to life and I bet you are an amazing person. Keep being you!

[@philipvanderwaal6817]

Hi Linda , Can I ask you who told you that you are to old ? It’s only a believe and that is what you can change

[@lindachenoweth9002]

@@philipvanderwaal6817 Thank you Philip! I'm not completely idle, I have mostly gardens around my house and I can still manage them, so I'm doing good really. Thank you for your reply. Take care!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

So happy to hear that you are enjoying your gardens! Gardens are always a place that fills you with wonder

[@2020sheryl]

If you’re still breathing, you’re not too old.

[@barbarakloise6790]

I see why you love that place it is absolutely amazing. You were meant to have it that is all there is to it!

[@sabik3564]

I have just discovered your channel. Watching you both embark on your adventure of a lifetime has warmed my heart. You are both so brave and amazing.

[@scurtucristinaalina9314]

Your property is a real gem, and I can not wait to see the transformation starting.

[@mell0116]

I can totally see why you fell in love with this place, even now it is beautiful. 🙂 I shall be following you through your renovation ups and downs.

[@donataj2213]

It's a place like out of a wonderful dream, or like a book illustration, the views are breathtaking and the stone buildings are a beautiful story. Congratulations and I wish you happiness in this fabulous place on Earth.🍀🍀

[@erika_katrien]

What an amazing property with a lot of potential! The best of luck! 😄

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Dankjewel Erika!

[@maryannknox7158]

Beautiful Rustic Farmhouse property!So exciting!

[@maryannknox7158]

CONGRATULATIONS 🍾

[@surfingtheworldww]

Italy is a choice that in my life has been the absolute best. Bless you and wish you the very best!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thanks!

[@greycats99]

After living abroad for 27 years (15 in Spain first and 12 in The Netherlands after) I also decided to move back to Italy funnily enough in the same province (Cuneo) where your house is. This valley is where my parents were originally from so I felt some special attachment to it. I bought an old house last year and I'm slowly renovating to my taste. It gives a sense of purpose and great joy. I wish you both the best of luck with your project!

[@flux928]

It would be interesting if you kept a running total of the costs for each project you finish.

[@MaryMathews-gp4tj]

The topography is a hollow, high land with water running through it. The vast views remind me of the movie “The Sound of Music.” I’m so glad you have found a lovely homestead.

[@SarahBeveridge]

What a beautiful property! No wonder you fell in love with it!

[@philipvanderwaal6817]

WoW what a adventure,I did exactly the same 2.5 years ago and bought a 600 years old farmhouse in Switzerland Now after 2.5 years renovating we starting to see process and the enjoyment of doing this all is still very much their .My advice to you is ,Never let go of your dream and keep going . Best of luck .

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Hi Philip! These projects really need the gift of time don't they? It takes time to see everything slowly come together. Good luck with your project in Switzerland!

[@jjvaningen1676]

Nice Philip, may I ask you where in Switserland? We just landed on a property in Wallis, village next to Sierres.

[@mgrimes]

we need a video Philip.

[@philipvanderwaal6817]

@@jjvaningen1676 it is in Martina in Unter Engadin ,close to the border with Austria and 15 km to Italië

[@philipvanderwaal6817]

@@mgrimes if only I knew how to do that .

[@cybernuth]

I honestly envy your courage! Wish you all the best with this life-project! May it make you happy!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thanks Constantin! It's a bit like reenactment. This is also a life project with doing research, scary moments, dealing with artisans and lotsa handicrafting...

[@kimvoogel9152]

I’m Dutch living in England, the moment you said. You felt familiar in the place I was hooked

[@aleksandraalexander4506]

Congratulations! Beautiful abode. You have your youthful energy to create such amazing home and in the future holiday lets perched on top of a hill with glorious views. Best to you both.

[@michellegarvey1]

Wow love the Chapel. So beautiful

[@cindyspence3549]

Welcome to your new home From Texas USA!!!!

[@janicedelp2775]

Hello! It is so good to see your video and share your excitement. Can't wait to follow your progress. Your property is wonderful even before you get started. There is a lot of potential. Janice from Arkansas USA

[@SDOV8]

That chapel is a gem. I hope you can keep it with all its character.

[@storiesfromthecascina]

absolutely our intention! it's such a precious aspect of the property!

[@susbs]

Beautiful property, congratulations. Looking forward to following along with you both. 🌷

[@thomasspainhour1112]

Beautiful Italy 🇮🇹 My daughter lives in Napoli. NC USA 🇺🇸

[@Reet64]

What a fabulous project!

[@ronaldlucas5360]

It is good to see you guys getting your new property.

[@karenmorrison8112]

Wow, you are both an inspiration.

[@charswellness]

Una casa bellissima! Auguri. Non vedo l'ora di seguire vostra nuova avventura in Italia!

[@kfrohlich]

Can’t wait to see more of your journey. Congratulations on your dream home♥️

[@Lea-bw9wj]

What a fascinating property. Looking forward to seeing a walkthrough of all the buildings and is you find any treasures hidden away. Also the history will be fascinating

[@shirleythurston4213]

Happy to find your channel .. you are doing what my husband and I would love to do !! Shall eagerly wait for more videos of your progress, and I admire you both for embarking on this new venture. By the way, I love the tiny chapel that is on the property .. how beautiful 😊

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thanks Shirley! We should have our second story ready soon.

[@wandakoehorst8734]

Congratulations with this extraordinary purchase. I understand completely why you instantly fell in love with it. The silence is overwhelming, same as the view. We're all looking forward to be part of your advebture. Good luck

[@MrMoby30]

I can’t wait to see your adventure. From Perth Western Australia 😎

[@jimbobbob9063]

What an amazing adventure which lays ahead of you. All the best

[@dumitriudaniela]

there is something so magical about Italy hills, isnt it? and cani say, im following many house and chateau owners living in countryside areas from different countries, but only 1-2 of these really know how to film artistically and create a beauty-full vlog. It is an art which makes me enjoy yours more.

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thank you for this beautiful compliment!

[@ducklinasmart6822]

What a lovely plot..❤ can't wait to see you guys working...

[@storiesfromthecascina]

we can't wait to get our hands dirty!

[@FreeFlowingFunkPunk]

Great video guys thank you for sharing all the best from Scotland

[@cindypope4952]

So excited for you. Thank you for sharing.

[@QueenOfArchers]

What an adventure! And what an amazing property. I'm looking forward to the renovations and development. Good luck guys!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thanks Tina! Thanks for following us

[@carolsoliman9238]

Congratulations guys 🎉 Very excited and proud of you. My husband and I have been "seriously" looking for the past 2 yrs, soo we're going to live vicariously through you guys for now 😉 Some encouragement* Pls film even if you don't feel like it, or feel like there's no point bc you may not be getting subscribers... be patient and stick with it 👍

[@storiesfromthecascina]

@@carolsoliman9238 Thank you Carol! And good luck with your own search too!

[@carlorad]

Good luck and welcome to Italy….big project 😳💰😳

[@valeriedavis7896]

What an amazing place you have found to put down roots. It will be exciting to dig into the history of the property as you start to make it your own. I can’t wait to see what you decide to do with it. Here’s to a wonderful future Forth’s two of you!! Congratulations on finding your property!!🎉🎉

[@christine2014]

So happy to have found you at the beginning of your adventure. The feelings you express at the beginning of the video totally resonated with me. I know first-hand how the "sacred flame" you describe can help you overcome huge obstacles. You need that special connection to a house and a location to give you the energy to turn your dream into reality. Without a lof of feeling and a little bit of madness, projects such as these probably wouldn't happen. Forza e coraggio!

[@lem12000]

what an awesome project can't wait to see more (also, fiiiirst comment ;P)

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Primeurrrrr!

[@fardodopstra]

Good luck in this amazing new chapter/adventure!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Dankjewel Fardo!

[@MrGaroli70]

Really enjoy your vlog . Thank you for sharing your journey .

[@agapestoriesweddingcinema]

Love it!! So beautiful. And love the peaceful edit too 🙌🏼

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thanks Lauri, glad you enjoyed the edit too! It's a learning curve but we certainly had fun making the first one.

[@patbrady9531]

The stone building where chestnuts were dried is gorgeous! If/when you restore it, repointing the stones will look fabulous. I'm looking forward to your adventures!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

We agree! We will definitely restore and point it. Thanks!

[@linnea9017]

Salve! Oh my... What a wonderful place. Your filming and editing really showcase your love for the place. Iqucite. I wish I had the option to do this. This is an incredible property. I admires the wonderful craftmanship done on the chapel. Amazing. And the views are insane. So looking forward to seeing more. Congratulations. Greetings from Norway.

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thank you for following our journey!

[@americansinitaly1119]

So excited for you both! Welcome to Italy!

[@LASM60]

What a beautiful place. Congratulations!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thank you!

[@sandrasparkes4501]

I just found your site and can’t wait to see how you progress.thank you for sharing your story

[@mharrisona5526]

A beautiful new chapter for the property and y’all! 🎉

[@robertsteele8688]

just found you guys!......looking forward to watching your exciting journey in your new Casa!.......and!, you can use your beautiful chapel to meditate and manifest in your minds the reality that you 2 are creating....BRAVO!!😀🤞🙏💪👏👏👏

[@storiesfromthecascina]

thank you Robert! glad to welcome you to our channel. and yes, we've been thinking about creating a cosy and tranquil meditation space in the chapel :-P

[@robertsteele8688]

@@storiesfromthecascina OMmmmmmmm!🙏🙏

[@Jake92574]

Beautiful! Welcome Home. 😊

[@heidibarlow6687]

I can’t wait to see what you do, looks amazing❤💪🏻

[@jennichristie5264]

Beautiful! What a find. Looking forward to your journey.

[@zmfischer]

What an adventure. Can't wait to see what's next!

[@lizstokes9091]

What a great adventure!!! Can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

What a beautiful property! Looking forward to your journey!

[@LHommeMultiCulti]

Wat Fantastisch om ook een Nederlands stel te zien die het op zich neemt om zich te vestigen in het buitenland en om een oude boerderij weer in hun oude glorie te herstellen ❤️🙏🏽❤️ Heel veel succes met de verbouwing Love&Light

[@storiesfromthecascina]

We hebben absoluut de intentie om trouw te blijven aan de ziel van het huis!

[@rudymazar5266]

Looking forward to see your next projects inside and outside the farm

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. Best wishes to you on this new project.

[@shelbycooper7504]

So looking forward to seeing you both on your new journey ❤

[@robertwilliams221]

Inspirational!

[@lindabrooks8242]

Beautiful blessings on this journey. Can't wait to see what you do.

[@karenwinton4148]

How exciting. Can’t wait to see what you are going to do with this property. Beautiful spot and views.

[@piarasmussen8693]

looking so much forward to join you on your journey

[@ericarijnsburger5621]

What an amazing place!!!!

[@cathrynuys7346]

It’s beautiful! I wish you both the best of luck and lots of happiness in your new home.

[@ducklinasmart6822]

Such a beautiful place... ❤❤❤

[@JagVarSur]

I'm so happy for the two of you! Best of luck with the move and renovations 😍

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thank you Andrea!

[@Rbmc2611]

So glad to be on this journey with your new home. The view is amazing!

[@louisefourie5846]

Beautiful. Happy hard work😊

[@kamalrostov2363]

Congratulations on your beautiful farmstead. Looking forward to seeing your journey…

[@ZmarleneZ]

lovely - wishing you much joy and happiness.

[@BecomingPortuguese]

Very exciting. Looking forward to following along to see what you do with the property. Amazing location!!

[@kathymiller9734]

Fabulous land. Looking forward watching you make it your home. 🙂

[@hwinny2]

I can’t wait to see what you do to it.

[@natinireland]

Your new home looks AMAZING! So much potential and such a beautiful location. I can't wait to see what you do with it!

[@marthaross6301]

The views and the land are breathtaking. The farmhouse and buildings have charm and are interesting. Can’t wait to follow your journey.

[@nevisscot7697]

Wow great property great project .good luck

[@juliefarine3665]

This is my dream!! Congratulations to this beautiful place and all the best for the renovations 😊

[@ontheotherside4611]

Love your video, beautiful content and what an adventure.❤

[@patroos6872]

Hoi, loved the video-style & your new home! A beautiful adventure to start living on this mountain in Italy ….

[@decorall6935]

Very cool place, congratulations. Enjoy your new home.

[@markkools666]

Heerlijk om weg te dwalen in jullie avontuur! Succes en leef de droom!

[@joanparkinson4910]

Fabulous journey ahead - I wish you the best and will be joining you on you along the way ❤

[@earthlightstudio]

You guys are great story tellers. I'm in! :)

[@kymcrowart7876]

This is magnificent!

[@jbyrd2516]

I had goosebumps when you stood looking out over the land holding hands. Lovely moment for your viewers as well as yourselves no doubt!

[@jcampbell100]

Thank you subbed and watching your adventure.

[@chisamosa]

How exciting! I can’t wait to binge watch all you’ve done so far! Saluti

[@beaconeersofthesevenmaps3467]

Welcome!

[@SerendipitySharon]

wonderful storytelling, lovely perspective and I am grateful that you are now loving, conscious caretakers of such land and a beloved long history of people making it their home. Its meant to be!

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@luanncolistro879]

Super exciting

[@anne4083]

Just found you and I subscribed!! Look forward to following your journey with you.

[@pavloskatsoulakis7863]

good start in your dream you have a lot to do good patience and strength. Very beautiful place with many possibilities

[@judyturner6734]

Just found your first video for 2023 of progress. What a great show. You both worked so hard and I can't wait for your next episode! The property is amazing!

[@annaattiliani7989]

Best of luck with your new adventure, I am looking forward to see your progress! And also, yay for the spinning wheel which came out of your car as one of the first items you carried with you! 😃

[@storiesfromthecascina]

Thanks Anna! Yeah Isis just had to take it on our first trip.

[@radiogramgramophonetoons5802]

Congratulations it’s a beautiful property and good luck in your adventure Oh and I’m so jealous 😬