We Don't Trust Our Son With Our $4.3 Million Mansion | Country House Rescue REVISIT | Abode

Heath House is a beautiful mansion home to Jon and Flavia. The couple inherited the house in 2002 after John's mother passed. However, the couple are unable to keep on top of caring for the house and dream of selling it. Their son Ben wants to inherit the property and turn it into a business. Ruth Watson returns to the family a year after her last visit to see what’s changed. Has Ben taken over the mansion? Did his business fail? Did the couple sell it?
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[@inesolujic2534]

For anyone curious as to what has happened since this was filmed 13+ years ago: Ben and his brother inherited the house. Unfortunately their father passed away not long after the show was filmed and their mother just a few months later. The younger brother, Justin, ran it as a wedding and photography venue with his wife. No idea what Ben was doing. It seems that Covid was rough for them and the estate was sold in 2021 for over £6 million. After the estate was sold, the Phillips family auctioned off some of the art, silverware, books and furniture of the house in 2022. They had a very active Facebook page until the house was sold.

[@DavidS1164]

Imagine losing your ancestral family home after 15 generations… Unbelievable sad how it still happens. ;/ But the proces of emotional decay started in the generation before. The obvious lack of trust and vision and the general negative attitude were not exactly fair nor helpful.

[@amalali504]

Thank you for the update. Much appreciated. RIP Jon & Flavia.

[@PankajDoharey]

Yup saw it on the facebook page.

[@izaac1312]

That’s such a shame. Thanks for the information though

[@anthonywilliams9852]

I didn't think that just the weddings commercial venue alone would uplift the revenues on the upkeep of the estate non plussed by John's unconscious wish to consider selling the house at modest prices.

[@mdj2742]

The parents need to admit that they want the money from the sale and aren’t interested in keeping the home in the family. Ben is charming and has an endearing quality. He also appears to be quite determined. He’s the perfect person to manage the estate.

[@krustycreme1093]

Absolutely, and I think it's actually wrong to sell an inherited home rather than pass it down to your spring , as the ancestors did to you!

[@terra2730]

@@krustycreme1093 They just didnt want to burden their sons thats all and they said as much! They knew how much work the house had been for them! Geez

[@sarahholland2600]

Agree. There's so much you could do with it. Photoshoots, Weddings, Air bnb , glamping, corporate clay pigeon shooting days, artists teaching weekends, yoga retreat weekends ....

[@derricklangford4725]

Fuc that, sale and get the money. You have to be Mega rich to keep up with repairs on that house, let someone with the financial means take that project on.

[@terra2730]

@@derricklangford4725 You would be wrong! You must be a quitter

[@jamessmithson-br7rm]

To have a house like this in the family, and a son willing to take on the challenge and to not let him is absolute madness.

[@Nettietwixt]

I think the dad was the one bad at making the house a business but can't see his own flaws, only that there must be no potential. He seems to have a personality that's not easily challenged and takes it out on his son.

[@jean405]

It is also very cruel!

[@johnmightymole2284]

Not really

[@suddenlyold]

read up further the kids ending up selling it anyway

[@daylehudson6810]

It doesn't hurt to try

[@susangreen2344]

Ben is charming which adds to his new found role with hosting events. He is absolutely the right person for this and is well committed towards the business attached to Heath House. He has proved himself worthy of rising to such a challenge and going forward. Well done!

[@Metaworldwide]

He's not going to marry you.

[@maganalia]

@davidoffon Really? Damn I wanted to watch the stable rebuild!

[@Taina2024]

The other people have been charming as well, but if you watch the other shows, you'll notice that Ruth Watson is extremely rude and she makes very disgusting comments towards the clients (for example about the paintings of their ancestors) that really riles them up. She's behaving incredibly well and humbled on this episode for some reason (even in the tone of her voice). Maybe she feels intimidated.

[@LeaWilson-zc2zm]

Ben is charming how would you know are you sleeping 🛌 with him you clown 🤡

[@LeaWilson-zc2zm]

🤣🤣🥲🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@denisedspain7991]

I would hate to be the one that has to sell a house after it was in the family for 14 generations! Wow!

[@mr.crowgamer6250]

5 not 14 there generation had been around for 14 lived in it for 5

[@angiejohnson6666]

Me too!😮

[@langyd4518]

all they do is sit around and blather

[@titandarknight2698]

@@langyd4518 well that is what chairs are for. In thier house. For sitting and talking with others.

[@3ve873]

Yeah, these families relied on being able to remain wealthy by virtue of status for so many generations. This last 50 years or so has seen quite the turn with so many estates being sold off or rented out.

[@MartyJackson]

Imagine owning a house and not even knowing how many bedrooms it has. Maaaad

[@n.g.l.]

😂😂😂

[@OffGridInvestor]

And he thinks the son is incompetent. Lived there his WHOLE LIFE and never counted.

[@bonniephelps9481]

That is so true. They don’t even know what they own, how can they possibly manage it.

[@youreatowel9705]

Thats not an easy question with a home like this its not as cut and dry as our normy houses. So how many bedrooms originally how many rooms are actively acting as a bedroom where do you draw the line of whats a bedroom? You put a bed in a ballroom or a library does it make it a bedroom? If I walk into a 2000 square foot room with a staircase in it and no closet idc how many beds are in it to me its not a bedroom. Then you got areas that are servant quarters or mother in law suits where they have a bedroom and kitchen maybe even a living room area in that section so thats not a bedroom nor can the bedrooms in those areas really be counted as a bedroom.

[@piotr5338]

Old money - folks have like thet .

[@doonewatts7155]

Fantastic Benjamin! You are so lovely despite obviously being battered down emotionally by an overbearing father. To finally stand up to him and prove him utterly wrong delights me no end

[@totallydomestic433]

Benjamin is a wonderful son! I hope he gets the credit he deserves.

[@yama5182]

Sure…but next time if he’s going to attend or meet and greet, he should wear a suit…looks more professional and he isn’t, than it doesn’t matter. 👍

[@janinep97]

At 42 he still doesn’t live on his own, I think his head is in the clouds

[@janinep97]

So sad, the dad passed summer, mum in December, 2021.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

He gets credit for being a toff who can't manage an inherited property.

[@lindab8397]

@@janinep97 oh no…. Sorry to hear that. 😮

[@user-pb1ue9bk9z]

What a delight to watch, enjoyed every second. Did not appreciate it being filmed over a decade ago and sad to hear John and Flavia have now passed.

[@kjss4345]

Old guy lived there his whole life....no idea how many rooms😀

[@janedoe5229]

You would think that one rainy, he might have counted them. And thinking about putting it up for sale and no idea exactly how many rooms he is selling.

[@OffGridInvestor]

He's never counted. Yet thinks his son is too incompetent to inherit it.

[@SlayNorway]

@@OffGridInvestortypically how it goes

[@ThaidUp]

Exactly what a moron.

[@kevinbrown-ge6sz]

@@janedoe5229 It would seem there would be architectural designs, , archives, tax records or some other documents showing the size and number of rooms in the house.

[@Whoiskevinjones]

Surely there was a way to increase earnings from farm land, too. If he didn't know how many bedrooms were in the house, he likely never met with the farmers to ask how he could help.

[@OffGridInvestor]

Exactly. 600 acres and not a damn sheep in sight. I know in Australia we can only run 2 sheep an acre, they can run 22-24 in England. No idea of the amount of rooms although living there his whole life, probably never talked to farmers, and then somehow think THE SON is incompetent.

[@raymondgagne8363]

@@OffGridInvestorI guess this comment applied to Dad and Mom also, they ran the home in deficit for years prior to the filming.

[@daylehudson6810]

Maybe have more owners

[@elizabethash4720]

​@OffGridInvestor when people say such things about others they are usually talking about themselves. Seems his father had a blind spot.

[@akashmukhopadhyay9335]

Little Ben was so hopeful and enthusiastic, he is so sweet.

[@rgray531]

Little? He is a 40 something old man.

[@susannebrunberg4174]

Yes. And he was completely clueless, sold the estate immidiatly when got it

[@AmosAmerica]

@@susannebrunberg4174 he sold it ten years later, so...

[@-ZED-]

----Update---- I have checked and in 2021 the house was sold to new buyers and a few years after this was aired both parents passed away leaving it to their sons who tried to keep it afloat but eventually did not work out and then sold the property.

[@sandraford4235]

That’s a shame ,

[@Yvonnemar77]

😢😢😢

[@TomWatsonB1]

Yes, I was about to write this. Brother Justin and his wife (married in 2015) tried their hand at Heath House, but it was sold. Perhaps Covid was the nail in the coffin.

[@sventer198]

@@TomWatsonB1 sadly it would have been.

[@kenj.8897]

Maybe the new owners can keep it in their family for 14 generations

[@Cousin-Barnabus]

They should also hire the estate out for filming movies and tv shows.

[@WSMITHify]

No money in that, believe me I’ve tried

[@mirandalu6703]

@@WSMITHifywell, but it may be a good advertisement.

[@northsouth252]

They have tried that....I think it was called "in the land of plenty".

[@daylehudson6810]

Good idea

[@marciaoh7056]

It already has been used in four movies. Its nice pocket money but not a steady income.

[@lizrigby-jones3700]

Lovely guy Ben is. His father criticises him in a negative view. Hopeful he can gain confidence to carry on the good work.

[@pearpo]

It seems that the family problem goes back further to the Wife Flavia and the Dad’s Mother who managed the house into her death. Flavia said it was part of her wedding vows she wanted to have nothing to do with the house. It seems passed this attitude to her younger son. Who appears a silent saboteur “on Mum’s side.”

[@evehawasinare228]

The father needed to trust his son more. He has done well

[@Sthmohtwenty]

Parent always c their kids r still kids

[@darren6831]

Both parents are dead and the business is still going

[@nicolesibylla2541]

Ben's father is a mammalian failure.

[@kristibyerts5987]

No he was right The kids ended up inheriting the house and sold it for over 6 million

[@pearpo]

Parents still remember them as children but they need to adapt and raise adults.

[@mountresplendent]

To Ben and Justin, You did the best you could. Wishing you peace of mind. 🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@JerryDLTN]

Turn it into a Bed and Breakfast. Serve meals like Miss Mary Bobo's in Lynchburg, TN. Have a horseback-led tours of the grounds. Host activities in the yard as if living in 1836. Partner up with some attraction in town near the home. Maybe have an annual car show like at the Marlborough House

[@skontheroad]

And where will the money come from. To pay off the mortgage each month? After they pay off the heating bills that is.

[@virginiamoss7045]

Horses are extremely expensive to own; not at all a solution to a property already too expensive to own.

[@Pamela-c3k2d]

🥃 Jack was here.

[@pearpo]

Stables for others horses. Yes business takes capital, but to have a family gem and heirloom of such historic significance and cut off your own children from the earning/ managing their legacy seems very cruel. Someone wrote they did sell it but at least for a higher amount then a lowball offer. And some strides were made in John learning to mature and be Fatherly to his adult son(s). Part of parenting is raising the adults and then letting go.

[@waynemiller6156]

This was a beautiful home and gardens. I hope whoever bought it, has respect for it, cares about it and loves this house keeping it a historical piece of beautiful architectual history. Its a truely amazing and has so much beauty and craftsmanship that so many homes lack today.

[@daisy9910]

Parents like this raise insecure children who lack confidence, then denigrate them to say, 'see you aren't good enough'. I'm glad Ben was able to have a go. John was incredibly rude to Ruth.

[@elizabethash4720]

Gaslighting is very destructive.

[@MrVorpalsword]

@@elizabethash4720 I believe they're rigging it up for electricity in the near future.

[@Anna.Mason151]

It is lovely to see a family break those negative family role projections that don’t serve to uplift each person, and to see everyone in the family benefit from the changes it has made.

[@wendymaybury6329]

Staggeringly beautiful house and especially the grounds!

[@nvw2978]

I love Ben, he has such a sweet awkwardness about him but a blossoming determination to make a success and keep it in his family for generations to come. I would love to have the lady of that manor and the wife of a gorgeous guy like Ben. X

[@Metaworldwide]

Alright love this ain't Gold Diggers version of tinder.

[@Di-gr3ex]

@@Metaworldwide 🤣

[@gambylou9959]

@@Metaworldwide 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣

[@kayleyholland5655]

Well he put it up for sale in 2021 again. I think he was just waiting for his parents to die so he could get all the money from the sale himself.

[@krustycreme1093]

@@kayleyholland5655 Seriously? That's disgusting, after 14 generations in the family! I bet Ben was after a husband too, not a wife, which is why he stayed single while his parents were around!

[@jumaris28]

I love seeing Benjamín hands on , proving his parents that he is more than capable to run the business and keep the State on the Family for generations to come !! Greetings from Oxnard California 🇺🇸 love this Channel 😊

[@MusicList-rl9yu]

805? Wow...

[@kathrynwitte3398]

The parents died a decade ago and the sons sold it after the pandemic.

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Benjamin is totally incapable and sold out.

[@pushpenderrana6190]

A forty plus young man whose father has no confidence in his abilities and makes that clear is whats puling him down.Its obvious that the father never got the property to make itself pay by the letting it outfor weddings or weekend guests or shooting grounds,else his son would be handling it like apro.

[@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293]

Buying a historic home of that calibre is prohibitive for most relatively well off folks-- not because of the purchase price, which can often be suspiciously reasonable, but because of the running costs. THAT'S where you get stung. And it explains why they so often leave private hands and get turned into hotels. How people are permitted to turn Grade-listed properties this gorgeous into modern hotels baffles me but a private owner with intentions to rejuvenate it as a private dwelling is watched like a hawk is one for the scholars.

[@suzannegriffin5121]

I'm glad that Jon and Flavia decided to allow their son to go forward with the house, as it is his birthright as it was Jon's, and his father's and his father's and so on. Hopefully Ben will marry some day and be able to pass the property on to his child.

[@kayleyholland5655]

It’s already up for sale 10 years after this show. Seems like he was waiting for his parents to die so he could inherit all the money

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Not likely. The house was sold.

[@rorus9530]

@@busterbiloxi3833 Thats a shame after so many generations.

[@raymondgagne8363]

@@kayleyholland5655very crude comment in my opinion. The sons would inherit either way, if the house was sold prior to parents passing or after, it’s called inheritance, whether in assets or liquid makes no difference. Dad inherited the house the same way as his son, I’m guessing the comment can apply to Dad too?

[@kayleyholland5655]

@@raymondgagne8363 no the parents would have sold it and used the money for their retirement leaving not as much for the son. Whereas if the son managed to get them to keep it, there would be no loss of money spent on the parents retirement

[@Janjanbobaney]

These incredible castle type estates you see here is something you would never see in Ontario.. the charm and vast history of these structures is so fascinating and only something you would see in a movie here. I can only think of one estate here like Heath house but it’s only 80 years old.. these estates are hundreds of years old .. I would definitely give it to my son or daughter if they wanted to keep it going and in the family. This son is 42, not a child. I read this couple have passed away so my condolences. 🙏🏼

[@expo1706]

That's not true. There's Casa Loma and other places.

[@vicj9256]

@@expo1706 Nothing as old as in England. Ontario is a baby in comparison. Casa Loma is only about 110 years old and came from "new" money and in a different social context than the old houses in England evolved out of. The owner of Casa Loma only lasted 10 years before it was seized for unpaid taxes.

[@sakura613]

Actually the old courthouse in London Ontario looks like a castle.

[@emiscand]

I love posh people and their stiff upper lip. Them: "Two strokes and a heart attack..it was terribly unfortunate". Me: I can't do anything today, I have a slightly sore throat.

[@snorttroll4379]

Only the unrefined and poor use that word unironically

[@mpalmer7800]

Am binge watching these mansions stories!!! These are amazing stories

[@evelynenerveat2077]

So thrilled Ben could live his dream with a little help. Selling that gorgeous stately family home would have been such a terribly heart-breaking prospect. Well done Benjamin. You can be proud of what you've achieved

[@kathrynwitte3398]

Yet he sold it after the pandemic for £6.5M.

[@2Sugarbears]

I don't get "dad" telling son to do what he failed to do.

[@jettykoers8720]

Too true!

[@J3FFRS0N]

Family interactions rarely make sense lol

[@vintagemoss9578]

Exactly

[@probablecauzz7038]

I think he undermined his sons ability

[@jenniferclancy3855]

Both of the parents have died and the business is still going so atleast he did some good in the end!

[@Sally-j8h]

Ooooh I felt so sorry for Ben when his parents wouldn’t give him their confidence to run the place. Thank goodness Ruth came into the picture. Ben, I wish you every success. Congratulations on hanging in there and proving everybody wrong.

[@RLReagan]

I think the father lost sight of the potential. Happened with my parents just being overwhelmed. This was at a time the travel industry was being overtaken by internet and apps. They were so lost. My family’s business had so degraded by the time of their death there was no option but to sell.

[@rozieofpetitprince]

I believe the dad is not as arrogant and ignorant as he sounded at first, he needed some comfort from his son that the latter is capable of doing the business that Ben successfully managed to prove to his father. Bravo, Benjamin, well done 🙏🏻

[@nicolesibylla2541]

Face it, the dad is a both a mammal and a failure.

[@pmc8119]

He certainly was! The very reason he had two 40 something sons who couldn't form relationships is a pretty good indication

[@rosebudame]

WOW, what a difficult father. Ben almost never had a chance. If they had commercialized a number of years earlier they may have survived Covid and anything else.

[@North49191]

Did you ever consider that Ben was a spoiled brat his whole life?

[@rosebudame]

@@North49191 Well who may have created a “spoiled brat”?

[@tomdonadel8531]

Difficult father but from what I can see, Ben is a bafoon. He would bankrupt that house in no time

[@skontheroad]

Did these comments all move over from another page? It was filmed in 2009. It is now March 2023....

[@sarahstrong7174]

@@tomdonadel8531 He seems quite practical to me.

[@annagonzales8178]

I’m so sad at how these parents have so much disbelief in their own son and their family lines future in keeping this magnificent property in their family!! They have a spark of hope and they’d rather snuff it out than let it stay lit. However the parents didn’t seem to want the home bc they were always 50/50 prior to having move in. Go Ben go!!! Keep going! Make your ancestors proud and those future generations!!!

[@robinhood-ex3em]

Maybe they knew their son and his character better than we for 40 minutes on TV…

[@vivdoolan6846]

The father is the problem.....hes a total nightmare ! He wouldnt trust Ben but didnt realise himself how badly he failed himself and that anyone was going to do better.

[@marcuschonglanceanderson2390]

Precisely. The father is the unworthy heir !!

[@kylie-mareebaldwin4672]

Imagine if your primary stressor in life was what to do with your inherited wealth. Glad they kept it in the family.

[@terra2730]

They were going broke why do you think they needed to sell it

[@tslee8236]

A gift or a curse? 😅

[@planetclaire820boulder8]

I think that they could have at least tried and as it progressed, met with large Hotel chains and collaborated, to turn it into a hotel, and high end dining, along with the wedding/ reception venues. They could have made deals, to each have a private suite for each son. The photography office/studio on site. Sometimes locals want to stay close rather than going on holiday abroad. Everyone's needs would have been met and the grand Home would have gone on for years to come. Dad seemed a likeable man and mum too, but ...

[@Diandra-]

They sold it in 2021 so nope

[@Straighttalk95]

“No no rubbish you 😂 be quiet ! “ 😂😂😂😂😂 he told her off like a headmaster would a pupil 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@krisb-travel]

some of the views (ok most) are just stunning on this property, overlooking the rollling hills etc

[@stephendennis5969]

The mother wanted it gone. She knew her health was failing and wanted it gone. Especially since dad procrastinates and wouldn’t make any decisions. He was just doing what she wanted. And they were ignoring their son, who was damn near pleading for them to let him run it.

[@KuchiKopi179]

Yea, the poor mother didn't want to burden the sons with that huge responsibility.

[@scotnick59]

Heath House would make a cool place to film Shirley Jackson's THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE!

[@daylehudson6810]

If they keep it they shouldn't have sold the art works on the walls. Seeing the art on the walls it part of the joy of visiting

[@paulafoster2607]

I know what he means by saying Americans will like it. When I'm in England I love staying in the old houses. But to my surprise someone from another country has bought it and has nothing to tell me about the history or the history of the area. It would be very nice to stay somewhere like this.

[@piotr5338]

The image of a grazing cow on the meadow , after Ruth and Jhon's meeting on the bench , has reminded me of the saying: Only a cow doesn't change a point of view. It was brilliant comparing it to the John's thinking .

[@deirdremaza2703]

What an excellent choice to leave it in the family. Good luck Benjamin with your new found business ❤️ from New York 🍀

[@kellyrichards1354]

Yes, all the best to Ben, all the next generation/s. Also from New York (currently).

[@h.r.puffinstuff7099]

I also am glad they didn’t sell! It’s lovely, especially some of the grounds! Even though I am not from New York, I did go to college there!

[@kathrynwitte3398]

@@h.r.puffinstuff7099they sold it after the pandemic.

[@banshee1133]

@@h.r.puffinstuff7099 they already sold it

[@neptu17]

@@h.r.puffinstuff7099 they did sell it

[@LaoZi2023]

I think the Fulford's could learn something from this family. True, the Fulford's need a lot of repairing, but I wonder if they could find some people who would want to help in the renovation for a chance to satay in their house. Mr. Fulford seems like a riot to spend some time with, but Mrs. Fulford would be difficult. As a faux painter and artist, I've worked for similar types, and it's tough when there's a person in the mix, making decisions, who can't reason well. Scaffolding would be one of the biggest issues for the Fulford mansion, and leaving people alone to do the work. I love that kind of work, it's not as enjoyable as painting a canvas, but it is satisfying. I'd love go to the Fulford's and spend a few months to renovate the entire place. They pay for the materials, and we work for food and experience. There would need to be a team of artists, a mason, wood workers, a few faux artists...I've done masonry, construction work, faux wood, faux marble ( both in the French and the Italian influence), sculpting, metal work, plumbing, heating (of course inspections would be necessary). The possibilities would be endless.

[@aprilstar3572]

I’m so proud of the young man and I feel sure he will make it

[@busterbiloxi3833]

Still sure? The house was sold by the sons, two wastrel laggards.

[@nelltaylor8171]

Such a shame that the father didn’t trust the son. The mother never wanted any involvement in the house, as evident also by her wedding vows. It’s such a shame as after this programme was aired the house has since been sold at over £6M, as being a successful events location.

[@mariejosemckeown]

Really ?

[@ecaldwell9]

I think there is a reason why he has a concern. He knows his son more than we do. He’s 5th generation of being there & doesn’t know how many BR’s are there? You’re selling the property & don’t know how many BR’s there are? I’m glad the property was finally able to support itself, & not had to tear it down or anything like that. They have the right to sell & get return on the money they’ve invested over the yrs. They don’t owe their sons anything. They have gotten them to the age of majority. They’re done!

[@busterbiloxi3833]

The father was aware of his son's, uh, embrace of the love that dares not speak its name.

[@angelavonhalle5144]

This would be a good movie set.

[@mrvgstyle2442]

Unfortunately, I did some research. John Philips died in August 2011 and Flavia died a few months later in December of the same year. Heath House was sold and its contents were sold at auction by the Italian Art Society in April of 2022. I also ran into an online article that said Ben Philips mysteriously disappeared. Ben and his younger brother, Justin last owned the house. Justin and his wife, Sophie, were managing the business side of Heath House prior to its sale.

[@panamaJ]

Where did you read that? I just googled it and it’s still with the Philips family.

[@mrvgstyle2442]

@@panamaJ , Google 'Heath House, Staffordshire for sale." It was listed by Savills for £6,250,000. You can look it up on the site for Francis York. You need to be careful about internet searches because search engines keep old, outdated information. Best to click on the link for the actual date published.

[@phoenixgirl70]

@@panamaJDid you read the date of what you saw. It was sold in 2023. The website no longer works. I think it was the result of Covid plus the father didn’t seem to want anything to do with the house. I was surprised his mother had lived there until she passed. I think just mistakes made over time as the upkeep costs would have been around 100 grand a year. Imagine needing the plumbing fixed?! But yes it sold and then most contents auctioned off. I’ve been looking up everything I could for hours this afternoon. Maybe the new owners have the money and re-open it again. I’m just glad it didn’t fall into ruins.

[@garyblais8602]

Thank you Hugh Bonneville for your great dialogues amongst some sorry stories. Bravo on your new career.

[@jaimicottrill2831]

It's a pity that these old manor homes are crumbling and being neglected because they are too expensive to heat and light. If the historical societies that are supposed to "protect' thiese homes would loosen the restrictions on certain things then it might save more houses. Discreet solar panels, or renovating to include geothermal heating, making sure the windows are triple glazed etc can all help off set the cost of heating the homes.

[@vicj9256]

Sometimes you are to let the past die. The economic and social system that created those houses is gone.

[@TiGGowich]

I feel so empathetic to Ben (also because that's my name), because I've been in the same boat. He is clearly ambitious and capable... but a life of your own parents telling you that you are a good for nothing and cannot pull it off takes away all your confidence and trust in your own abilities. I am so happy for Ben that he did manage to pull it off and gain his confidence back despite his father not ever having his back...

[@susannebrunberg4174]

He was not capable of accomplishing anything. And the parents knew it. As soon as he and his brother inherited the estate, they sold it! Hahaha

[@JerryDLTN]

30:10 An idea for Ben: Get a couple of GoPros to mount up high to record his events down below and then watch afterward to see what went well and what could have been improved.

[@denisemahoney232]

I believe the parents would be embarrassed if their son made a go of it and they couldn't. It is sad that the parents would rather sell than give their son a chance to keep it in the family. Ben would make a real go of this and prove he was more than capable.

[@nicolesibylla2541]

Bingo.

[@kristibyerts5987]

Nope not true, they didn’t sell And they passed away and the sons inherited it and then ended up selling it, So the parents had to struggle during their final years just for their sons to sell it and make the money and live good smh

[@uniqtraveller2162]

Yes, It was sold privately so sad ,I worked there and fell in love with it still miss it .!

[@wasblind4835]

It was wonderful to see the house was kept. Good wishes for Ben. I agree the stable house should be fixed up for more income.

[@jacqui9176]

Sad to see Ben's parents has now passed on and the property is up for sale.

[@jennybertenshaw7694]

Don't know where you got that from It is now being run by Ben and Justin and his wife Julia and has rave reviews

[@busterbiloxi3833]

It was sold.@@jennybertenshaw7694

[@blancabulgrin5560]

I just read what happen,so sorry for your parents. I 'm glad it was Six million you got for it best wishes to you both !!!

[@eaccristo]

The old lady managed before she passed. Why can’t the couple continue what she did. ?? I think it’s magnificent. Bed and Breakfast. Air B and B. Weddings. Put in a five star restaurant. Exclusive music venue. I am full of ideas.

[@katharinatrub1338]

Yes the old Lady managed bevor her passing. Very touching story that was too.

[@amurleopard51]

Ben is a good son. At least he gives a s**t about his family's legacy.

[@Fireflier71]

It's 2013 and just googled the house and it states its owned still by the sons 🙏👏👏

[@sherreywurz731]

Absolutely stunning house and land.

[@kimberlystritt8631]

I’ve recently stumbled upon this program. So far I have completely been enjoying. Seeing this was over a decade ago, I hope that Heath House under the direction of blossoming Ben has journeyed to a wonderful place, wherever that may be. As an American who loves history and decor with a background in event planning , my mind was on overload with endless ideas. Those sofas are amazing. Cheers 🥂 🍾 to Ben, family & The Heath House 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@debbieross5257]

I would love to visit this beautiful estate, if ever I have the opportunity. I wish them every success in their venture.

[@katharinatrub1338]

I've watched another Video with Ruth and Heath House which I liked to but this Story beat's it by far. In fact I am very moved by this New Version ! Ruth what a Master in Speak and Act! You have multiple talents and also the one of a Mediator! I simply adored this Video!

[@daylehudson6810]

They should not have taken the are off the walls to sell. Maybe they didnt

[@powerlunch7794]

Its curious why they don't feel they have to work to maintain the family wealth. They seem to wait until the money runs out, which has been going on for several generations.

[@kristinakugiene]

very cozy house! I'm thinking that part of the house could be rented out as a short-term rental too... because it's fun to live in a palace without the hassle of maintaining that ❤

[@GingerNinja1]

Beautiful mansion & grounds. I hate to hear they ended up selling 13 yrs later, but hopefully the new owners will maintain it.

[@dodge33445]

Yeah, True Ginger... If they can afford to buy it for 6 mil, they can afford to keep it up.. Prolly better than the aging couple could.

[@susannebrunberg4174]

Or those two clueless sons!

[@davidnavratil5349]

From my viewpoint they did not have the moral right to deny their son of the inheritance. Both of them were old and should let their son have a go on the house like all the generations before. He also showed lot of passion and interest into doing something with the estate. I think both parents were selfish.

[@Bird1964]

Agreed 👍 😊

[@Jennifer62389]

I have taking care of my own little house, can you imagine having to take care that place. His father should have been training his son's all the things they would need to know and writing it down for his son's, that's their father's fault. Let your son take it on.

[@janetgreen7678]

Dan, Come on man! You graft harder than any 10 men! Killer respect for you. Weather you realized it or not when you first started your KZbin journey, you began creating a priceless gift for your boys! The rest of us are secondary happy travel companions on your journey. The historical record you are creating will be forever treasured by the boys and their future children. Epic gift. I do hope that you will have the time to review your remarkable evolution and enjoy the ride. This venture has proven to be a catalyst, bringing people from all points of the globe together. Allowing new friendships to blossom into a massive Good Vibe Tribe! Whoot! How cool is that? Your perspective is amazing. Good stuff. We are going through it all with you. Loudly cheering you on. Even on your toughest days you are not alone. All you need to do is ask for help from this great community. So many people willing to help sharing their professional experience with you. This also may help others with their own projects. Look at you being such a philanthropist! Way to go! Personally I am honored to witness your endeavors. Thanks mate from Herndon, Virginia USA. Now for the love of God man! Get yourself a pair of steel toed boots! I roll my eyes every time I see you working in those sneakers! Much love and respect to you my friend. Janet

[@katharinatrub1338]

Hi, after watching House Rescue, and commented it, I read some of the following and read your comment. It must have been the following video started (happened to me sometimes). By chance I am also a 'follower' of Dan (the gardener), only your comment is on the wrong , 'Page'... Have a good day!

[@janetgreen7678]

@@katharinatrub1338 thank you!

[@katharinatrub1338]

@@janetgreen7678 You are most welcome ; ))

[@rockyquinn3374]

Lol, I also knew exactly who the comment was meant for

[@bakenumber4]

I'm sorry to hear his dear ma,ma had a stroke, but thank goodness her recovery is coming along...America wishes her well.

[@cynsmi]

The sons are so willing, how can they sell their heritages?

[@nata3467]

Lack of money

[@uniqtraveller2162]

Yes, It was sold privately so sad ,I worked there and fell in love with it still miss it .!

[@virginiabotha3545]

Commitment is an amazingly powerful thing. Full commitment equals full power. Making a decision and sticking with it is power.

[@servraghgiorsal7382]

With all those bedrooms,I think it would be great as a private school, maybe for exceptional ( Smart) students.

[@dunbarnoon9872]

This was also my thought. A great place to raise and educate children

[@uniqtraveller2162]

Sad to learn that the house was sold privately so sad ,I worked there and fell in love with it still miss it .!

[@RK-fx4sv]

I am glad to see they were able to make a go of it.

[@hopeforkarens]

- bed and breakfast - film location/ scene - venue for events - make it public space

[@dorothyfrew6147]

I'm dying to pressure wash the outside. It would be so pretty.

[@MrVorpalsword]

..... possibly take the protective patina from the outside of the stone, exfoliate and leave it wide open to corrosion and erosion. Seen it a million times, leave well alone. PS sorry I've just looked again, over-cleaning those façades would be a disaster, washing away its protection as well as its history.

[@dodge33445]

No, its supposed to be like that.

[@Kbcmkk5]

lol Mee too!

[@stacistein702]

I'm madly in love with this manor. It's my favorite estate so far on this program.

[@rozieofpetitprince]

The old lady used to tell her son that he bullied Benjamin… how sad is that

[@smallsparry]

I wonder what the outside would look like if they power/jet washed the whole thing❤. Also, sad it was sold eventually.

[@XOX74]

Sorry to see it up for sale. Maybe it didnt hold the same feeling since his parents passed. Lovely people. 🙏🙌

[@katharinatrub1338]

Oh! What sad News! I guess to split up the inheritance.... hum...

[@lyndaslocs]

Many people fantasize about living in a castle. The reality is that they are exceedly expensive and demand a lot of work to maintain. As an older person I couldn't imagine having to be responsible for it.

[@1NeverunderStood]

Seems father and mother do not want the son to do things they 🫠Never did Bravo the son well done Bravoto you

[@VlerkeDamne]

It always makes me terribly sad when history is broken. They had to sell the mansion sadly enough. And it's all because it's simply too expensive today to keep running. None of the previous owners had the difficulties these 2 young brothers had to face.

[@IDidntAskU]

" so your kinda use to running out of money" 😑 Story of my life. 😅

[@Sam_A_Sam]

Good warning about the unexpected costs of buying a large estate regardless of the price.

[@brownysshitfightofamind1828]

I feel for both son’s having a father like that.

[@rozieofpetitprince]

So do I… ahhh, the mother is quite a piece of “art”…((

[@mobius2891]

I think Dad was a passive-aggressive bully in the WORST sense of the word. His poor sons.

[@maryanncampbell5681]

They could have made the gardens as a graduation venue or tea party venue. The stables might had horses/ animals they could have rented out to local farmers/ ranchers or horse and buggy dates. A small seasonal bed and breakfast would have been awesome revenue. Weddings and small gatherings for photography purpose was just the tip of the iceberg of ideas for revenue. Too bad it sold in 2021.

[@curiousaboutanything2454]

What a gorgeous property! A treat for the eyes. But you have to a substantial amount of money to maintain it, otherwise it's a nightmare 😊

[@marielaward8434]

I’ve been visiting stately homes for a while, and the most successful ones have diverse income streams, like charities, events, luxury stays, and farm products. Horticulture is a great example, as many estates sell plants from their beautiful gardens. Marchmont House in the Scottish Borders, despite the owner’s recent passing, has stayed popular due to its varied offerings. Though these homes go through ups and downs, they always attract wealthy entrepreneurs and remain desirable.

[@spotifyde5979]

on the market for 2 years and doesn't know how many bedrooms it has? no wonder he hasn't sold it yet

[@voyaristika5673]

I wish I could see the Edwardian house. I can certainly see how a person could have a heart connection to ancestral lands, especially houses.

[@nabilfreeman]

The idea that they would even sell off the asset is the mentality that is completely wrong with the UK. People value cash more than assets and then a generation later all the money is gone.

[@Probity100]

These piles fall into disrepair because the older generation are soooo stuck in their ways & cannot embrace innovative ideas. Sad that it sold, but hope the new owners inject a new profitable direction to the house. The parents didn’t believe in their son, that’s sad.

[@tostamixtabifana97]

Ugh, when the dad tells Ruth to “Be qwart (quiet)”. The patriarchy is alive and well. Power to Ruth!

[@kentuckianaboy]

Old place sure would look better with a pressure washing on the outside.

[@elizauksamad304]

So painful to watch when senior parents don’t see adult children grown able to manage a historical asset.

[@maidinulster]

Ben honestly, you most def need a good woman behind you, no shadow of a doubt