Swedish SUMMER HOUSE Restoration I Episode 3

In this video I share our Swedish summer house restoration, episode 3. Learn more about LARQ and the LARQ Pitcher PureVis: bylarq.com/BenitaPitcher
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[@BenitaLarsson]

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[@robinkelly7444]

Your gentle style of whipping a home into shape is what originally attracted me to your blog all those many, many years ago. This project takes me back to the old days and I'm loving it.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you’re enjoying this!

[@LeireFB]

I can't wait to watch the Swedish rural holiday life!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay! Hope you’ll enjoy!

[@essay7425]

Wow, Benita!! 👏😃 You are soooooo incredible talented! And how brave of you to embrace the challenge to buy such an old house and to do all the renovations! I really bow to you! RESPECT 👍😊👍

[@BenitaLarsson]

There’s three of us, all equally invested and we’re having such a great time!

[@jenniereinhardt4900]

I bet I'm not the only American watching who finds every detail of this project exotic and intriguing. A little fan on the stove! Door handles similar to our 1920s bath basin handles, etc. Thanks!

[@muzzable]

You are so correct! This American living in Virginia is really enjoying every step of the way!

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy you’re enjoying it!

[@Kim-J312]

Yep ,Hi 🇺🇸 watching from Chicago ❤👋. My grandparents had a big wood burning stove in their basement. It was used in their kitchen for cooking . I'm glad they saved it 🙏 😊

[@leeeno4302]

It's very exciting to see your launch into the summer house projects! With so much to do, every step will be a satisfying move forward. As a Canadian woman well-versed in everything woodstove, you did an AMAZING job on bringing yours back to life! That's a lot of elbow grease!

[@BenitaLarsson]

There's so much satisfying work at the house, polishing the wood stove was one!

[@tammystuard4835]

I love how you take things calmly and one step at a time. You have got so much done. It’s going to be amazing. I’m so happy for you and look forward to all your videos on this big adventure you’re on. ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! I do try to stay calm but in reality there’s so much I want to do each time so I don’t take many breaks 😅

[@tammystuard4835]

@@BenitaLarsson you’ve got this!!! 💪🏼

[@Cindydidit]

We have renovated old houses for over 50 years… this ‘last’ one is an 1860 two story. I love watching you return to the original with a modern touch …. that is what we have done…But we don’t want to do any more🙂. Another round of minimizing is on as we move furniture into newly restored living room. Thank you for your videos. My mother’s parents were from Finland. 🙂

[@BenitaLarsson]

Wow, that’s amazing! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@deeoh3708]

You've got a lot done already Benita. Looking forward to your restoration videos. Nice to see your summer home come back to life.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Looking back, we already did quite a few things😊

[@AnneWheeldon-gg4rc]

Benita you are inspirational! Things that some folk might baulk at you seem eager to embrace and to transform. I salute you!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you, that’s so sweet!

[@Lisa-ym1si]

Have you ever done a video where you talk about other KZbin channels that you enjoy? I love the style of your videos and would like to find more. Most KZbin videos are way too loud and hectic.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I haven’t but thanks for the suggestion!

[@sharonshmuel3386]

Hello Benita - wow absolutely amazing how much you have accomplished- I’m enjoying this project so much !!! You are so talented!!! Wonderful idea to keep a log of the history of the home as you restore it. Have a great day ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

We did get a fair bit done already which feels so nice!😊

[@carolinerosacker8668]

What a great project. I love that you are salvaging what you can and exposing some of the more interesting parts of the home. My late husband and I restored an 1830's stone home. The outside walls are 18 inches of solid rock. You are all going to have such a great time breathing new life into your summer home. Thanks for sharing!!

[@BenitaLarsson]

That sounds like an amazing building!

[@debbieredhill]

Wow Benita! It's such a beautiful house!!. My word! you don't need your workout app with all that work you're doing!😂 I'm always grateful when I turn a tap on and water comes out, so I can imagine your excitement to have your well and tap taken care of. I hope it's in a year and not three that you get water inside 🤞🏽. What a great job you're doing and it's great that your son and Victoria are on the same page. I bet you're looking forward to warmer weather to come and to be able to spend more time there. Looking forward to seeing more improvements. 🙌🏽🙌🏽 Thank you for sharing. Take care xxx

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! This week we actually have a bit of a heat wave so I’m excited for some warmth outside next time I go!

[@spoly8139]

You're amazing to tackle such a huge renovation. It's a lot of work and obviously you are enjoying it. You've already accomplished so much and the house is really starting to look liveable and attractive. Should be a fun summer!

[@BenitaLarsson]

So excited for this summer for sure and future summers too!

[@user-wc3sv9vu7k]

I loved seeing you polish the stove,,it looks so good. All three of you got a lot done thus far. Really looking forward to seeing this house in Summer ..maybe Holidays too. ❤

[@BernardAguiar]

Hard to believe that I have been watching your channel for nearly 5 years.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Oh wow, thanks for following along!

[@macsmiffy2197]

I’m so excited for you, Benita, I love having a project to work on. I’m quite envious! 😂

[@BenitaLarsson]

I'm having such a great time!

[@tinalemna7998]

I can’t believe how talented you are. The kitchen is already looking so much better. I’m enjoying watching your summer house come together. Thanks for the update!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, that’s so sweet of you to say!

[@donnalusk995]

Your summer home is amazing. It’s amazing what you find in old homes. I lived in a house built in 1780 in the mountains of Massachusetts. We had some of the plaster walls redone. When the plaster was removed, we found very old glass medicine bottles, corn cobs, newspapers dated to the early 1800’s. I saved some of those items. Old homes are treasures. You have done amazing work already. I look forward to future updates.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Oh wow, what great finds!

[@susaneb1954]

Fascinating to see what lies beneath. Looking forward to the summer house summer videos.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So excited to share more as it unfolds!

[@linusik2]

wow that’s very impressive! The amount of knowledge you have to know what to remove and what to save. The stove before and after is immaculate 😊 I bet it’s very hard to hold yourself and to be patient because I imagine you would want to restore and fix everything right away. My favorite room color is blue hallway - so peaceful :)

[@BenitaLarsson]

I do want to dive in everywhere 😅

[@lisarhoades965]

Your enthusiasm for this project radiates right through my computer and makes me smile. Were you able to obtain any information regarding the original owner's/builders? Looking forward to watching this project take shape. 😄

[@BenitaLarsson]

We have some clues and also collect stories from our neighbors. Will make more research!

[@melissareid640]

What a wonderful video you have been very busy since last October, Benita you and your family's summer home is so beautiful, peaceful, and a labor of love. Thank you for sharing your lifestyle and experiences with us. I have learned so much from you about personal organization and prioritizing what makes me happy and serves me best! Thank You and I now follow you and the summer home on Instagram.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for following along both here and there!

[@Rositasparks]

It’s coming along slowly but surely! Thanks for keeping us in the loop. 🏡 ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@leejacobs3620]

You have achieved so much already. Can't wait to see the next episode. Thank you for sharing.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@michellepajot3414]

I eagerly await your videos every other Tues. You are an amazing woman with so many talents. I was amazed by the amount of work that you did on those 2 visits. Its going to be beautiful when you, your son and his girlfriend complete the job. Im very happy for you all.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy you’re enjoying the series about our summer house!

[@FranG1717]

It‘s coming along so beautifully, I just love your style and your channel brings me so much joy & inspiration. Lots of love from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@user-ld3wn9nt6w]

I admire your energy and willingness to jump in and do it!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’ll try anything once when it comes to DIY!😅

[@kathleenhill5838]

The top of the wood stove is just wonderful now. The outside work was done so well also. Congrats on the water!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@cheska9999]

So much fun to watch this house come to life. A fantasy trip I’ve always wanted to do is to spend a week in a Swedish summer house. Now I’m more excited about the idea than ever.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so glad you liked it!

[@stitchann]

Love watching you restore this beautiful home.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@momof2momof2]

Great work Benita. I'm really surprised the sellers sold the property is such a condition. I hope this was highly considered in the final price. You've done so much hard work! You go girl !!! Thanks for sharing 🥰🌷💐🌷🌞🌛💗✝

[@BenitaLarsson]

We were aware of the issues and budgeted for the restorations.

[@ede7030]

Oboy!!!! You rock so big time. It's so inspiring to see you tackling and handling all this and more. I am amazed and admire you so. Thank you for sharing. I love it all.

[@maureenshaw737]

Benita! You are a powerhouse of skill and taste. Really enjoyed this video, I love your Swedish summerhouse culture and architecture. Thank you so much for making this ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you for watching!

[@morriganwitch]

Have been waiting for this thank you xxx

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for being excited about it!

[@doreenlamothe9278]

Loved it! So excited to follow along!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay, I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

[@marystewart1292]

Yay! So fun to watch this journey.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy you’re enjoying it!

[@MyFocusVaries]

What an interesting vlog. I absolutely understand the need to explore, sort and organize the carport. Creating window casings is a great skill. I remember from woodworking class (in the 70s!) how easy it is to plane things thinner or thicker at the end of your stroke. Oof. It's harder than it looks. PS I love to see that you take safety seriously with the respirator!

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy you enjoyed it! Planing is so much fun but running over knots is tricky😅

[@spirituallysafe]

Beautiful home in peace and quiet. What a blessing! 😊❤

[@rebeccamiles2886]

So interesting! What a great project to work on with your son and his partner. You have an admirable "can do" approach. I respect that!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@iahorvath]

So much fun to see the progress on the summer house. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@BenitaLarsson]

So happy if you enjoyed watching!

[@klmjtr]

You are going to have a busy summer with the house! Can’t wait to watch and see it all coming together. ❤️😊👍🏼

[@BenitaLarsson]

Such a busy summer! So much fun!

[@nas5947]

Waouw! So impressed!

[@Rougebasque]

Absolutely delightful!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@zhannafranchuk5279]

love your work on summer house!

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you’re enjoying the series!

[@penny3767]

You are so inspiring, on so many levels. Thank you 🙏

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, that’s so sweet, thank you!

[@monicaw101]

Benita, you are AMAZING, period !!! I have no words. Thank you

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much! 😊

[@ani9603]

Benita, this is so exciting and you are doing excellent work! It really shows! I wish you and yours wonderful memories in your summer house! 🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!😊

[@Shirley-AnneDickner-lt4zo]

So satisfying to watch all the progress. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@valerie-stitchinginthebarn723]

Eeeeeee! It is looking so good already! I just love seeing your progress. It is a beautiful place and you will bring it back to life and make it fantastic!! 🎉👍 👏🏻 ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

We’re having so much fun in the process!

[@RABPWarrior]

Inspirational! Beautiful work

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@teresa5007]

Your DIY skills are incredible. Are all Swedish ladies this good at jobs that in many other countries would be considered the men's domain? You are so creative and passionate about this project. I can't wait to see the finished product, I think it's going to look amazing. I love your style in your apartment so I think the interiors of the house are going to look beautiful once you add your personal touch to them. I can see the living room or is it the kitchen, the one with the white lounge and the new dining table already has the Benita imprint on them. Love your videos and your lifestyle. Thank you for taking us along on your life's journey. It's a good life. ❤🌹🥀🌻🌼🌱🐝🐞🌳🦝🙂

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you! Actually Wille and Victoria are in charge of decor. We have similar tastes but what you see upstairs isn’t necessarily staying. The sofa and some other pieces were left by the previous owner😅

[@teresa5007]

@@BenitaLarsson 👍🙂

[@Nancy-md7qr]

So exciting! Its going to be beautiful. ❤❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

It is! And we think it will!😅

[@Gigi-fv9ky]

You got so much done! It’s coming along so well. Can’t wait for the next update. ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

We are so happy with the progress so far!

[@drnicolebeaumont7884]

How wonderful thank you. Loved this. So well done.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you enjoyed!

[@LV12800]

What satisfying fun this video update was...so looking forward to this entire restoration journey. I love your sensibilities and aesthetics, and know this summer home will turn into a jewel with all your hard work! ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@sheilahenderson5973]

Thank you that was wonderful 👍

[@lesliemacdonald7976]

Wow, each step along the way makes such a big difference -- I would want to stay and keep working! It looks really amazing. What a feeling of accomplishment each time you come -- so rewarding to see the beauty of the place come to life!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Oh, I never want to leave when I’m there!

[@lisadougherty5999]

It looks incredible Benita, I'm so excited to see more!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, excited to share more down the line!

[@dee-here-now]

Love seeing this project come together. So smart to make an archive to honor the history!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It’s already so fun to flip through those wallpaper scraps!

[@ShayBK]

Oh my goodness the summer home is looking good! It is really coming together thanks to your excellent handy work!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Having way too much fun!

[@liatori6214]

I always enjoy watching your videos, Benita. This serie actually takes it even to another level for me. Love it!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay, I’m so happy to hear that!

[@d.d.mac.3773]

Good work! It's coming along nicely.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@lorenaballou4513]

Great job, Benita 👏🏽 Thanks for sharing the progress.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for for following along!

[@sherrymeurer]

So excited to see the progress of the house. Such hard work already and much more ahead of you, but well worth it.

[@BenitaLarsson]

So much work but also so much fun!

[@emilygarwood1373]

I love watching everything coming to together, it looks so good. everyone’s hard work is starting to show.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It really is! Glad you’re enjoying it!

[@julesmeans8174]

Benita you are still inspiring me after all these years and I love this project! Thanks from Massachusetts near Boston 👍🏻😎

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks for following along for so long!

[@aileenokeefe3805]

Scraping the paint off the glass looks so satisfying!

[@BenitaLarsson]

It was on the smooth side, the textured side, not so much😅

[@hjortronhjortron1084]

Hello Benita! You are sooo talented. I know that your summer house will be amazing! I'm happy for you. Thank you for another great video! 🌹

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching it!

[@SoulCareOver50]

What a beautiful house! Looking forward to seeing the continued improvements and finished house 😍

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much! It’s a long term project so we might never completely finish. There will always be stuff to work on😅

[@kriyayoga98]

This will be fun to see your projects.

[@BenitaLarsson]

There are SO many😅

[@annazakhary949]

Looking forward to future renovations!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Look forward to sharing more as things unfold!

[@sallieredman7349]

So interesting to see your work on this beautiful old house.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks for much for watching!

[@ingridoa4]

Wonderful job, Benita!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@donnarakitzis2719]

I love watching restoration. You are blessed to be so handy. Looking forward to coming along with you on this journey.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks for following along!

[@jinxie228]

Oh my goodness, April was a great month for getting things done. The summer home is looking great. Excited to see the rest of the restoration!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Very cold during April but hard work kept me warm!

[@user-uc2mk6ud2w]

Love your summer house! Already your hard work and touches are making it come alive.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Yay, so glad you like it!

[@mlg8398]

Love the white table!

[@tcoladonato]

Job well done, Benita! ⭐️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@julietierney2516]

This is amazing to watch. You are so talented and I love how you are "respecting" the bones of the house. THanks for sharing this!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!😊

[@ruthw3244]

So exciting to see the start of the new season at your summer house. I know how happy it is to get running water! We go to ours usually once before we can turn on the water due to our cold spring temperatures so when we go back the next time it’s like the best event. So funny. We can start cleaning and freshening everything up for the season. I never get that excited about running water in my city house or cleaning for that matter. Lol

[@BenitaLarsson]

I know! The simplest things!

[@franceshillier7578]

You are wonderfully amazing! Best wishes for the summer adventures at the cottage.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@clairemontgomerycampbell5261]

What a fun project and wonderful you are willing and able to do the work yourself. ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

I love this kind of stuff and have missed it!

[@dianadriverasbury9130]

So exciting. The entrance is going to be gorgeous. The upstairs room is pretty. And cozy.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@wenDesigner]

Excellent work Benita! You are quite handy with woodworking! Bravo, can’t wait to see the updates! ❤😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you, I really enjoy it!

[@martafdez3260]

So nice this video!!😍

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you like it!

[@marilynsteele3306]

Wow…lots of work done and your progress is coming along wonderfully. How exciting for you!

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@brendajohnson6910]

Benita, I really appreciate your "can do" spirit. It's very inspiring!

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy if you leave inspired!

[@peaceseeker5121]

You are amazing! Truly.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Aww, thank you so much!

[@KarenPiggott]

Loved the video and your enthusiasm for renovating. You are an inspiration having a go at all things DIY, thank you for sharing 💗

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@janvena7936]

I just love watching your videos.

[@BenitaLarsson]

I’m so happy to hear that!

[@linedallaire9631]

That was awesome 👌... greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@juliejean9299]

Wow…this is a big project and hard work. I’m amazed by the manual skills that you have and that you are developing. I will be following your summer house story for sure. Wishing you a sweet season! ☀️

[@BenitaLarsson]

Such a big project but such a fun one!

[@uexcited]

Loved this!!!!!!❤ You are doing incredible work 😊😊😊

[@veegee3291]

Hello Benita, Excellent update! That was a lot of fun detail work that has the summer house looking like it's getting the Benita touch! Wille & Victoria are going to appreciate all of your hard work! Keep up the good work. Looking forward to how you're going to design the yard/gardens! 😊

[@BenitaLarsson]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@RenataMalicka]

So much work, you have done. Looking forward to seeing more restoration videos of yours.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Excited to share more down the line!

[@lilt1317]

You are doing a great job. Well done! 👍👏

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!

[@terrifromm5085]

I'm watching you work and I'm amazed. This is truly a labor of love for you. The house will be gorgeous when you are through.

[@BenitaLarsson]

It really is a labor of love!😊

[@marieheyndrickx4463]

Magnifique ! Quel travail !!❤❤❤

[@BenitaLarsson]

Merci beaucoup! I appreciate it!

[@CymbelinesDaughter]

Wow! It is going to be beautiful.

[@BenitaLarsson]

Thank you so much!