FROM CREEPY WATER HOLE TO BEAUTIFUL OASIS - Off Grid Makeover - TIMELAPSE

It took me almost two years and I had plenty of help along the way but it's finally done! This timelapse video is a bit different... it's one without any talking where I take you through over a year of work on my off grid water tank to transform it from a scary place into a beautiful off grid oasis!
I forgot how much work was involved! It was nice to look back and I hope you enjoy it as well. I definitely did things in an unconventional way, but I got it done in the end and I couldn't be happier with the result! If you like this video, please do let me know in the comments and also ask any questions you might have. 🙂
A special thanks to everyone who helped along the way, especially my dad with his amazing deck and my mum with her all-round help and excellent pointing work. 😀
I hope you like this video, thanks for watching!
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[@joanbroadway759]

This really was inspirational! How many of us would say, "I have a scary, overgrown spring on my land. I'll turn it into a pool, deck and water tank to water my garden and trees." And then follow through and actually do it? I know it always seems like there's so much more to do on your place, but this spot is glorious! You and your dad created the best hang out space I've seen on any of the KZbin channels.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Wow thanks so much! It's one of those projects that maybe didn't seem so daunting until I was right in the thick of it! 😀

[@JudySnyder-dv5ld]

You've done such a wonderful job making it look so inviting. I have a tendency to subscribe to vlogs that create beautiful water features on their homesteads. Yours is beautiful.

[@private15]

The follow thru and attention to so many little details that make this space spectacular! Wow. Congrats.

[@deborahlee8135]

It's important to have an end vision and just start and keep going as you've shown us. Bite off a chunk at a time and get that done, move on. 🎉❤ it truly is amazing, Kirsty.

[@meaquindinho541]

When we met, the pool area was only missing the deck. I had no idea the amount of time and work that was involved. Good on you Miss Kristy!!!! Very impressive in all regards. I was a bit nervous about inappropriate footwear but that didn't stop you. it is a triumph you should be proud of yourself. I hope this gives you renewed confidence and motivation to carry on with your chosen tasks. You rock. Thanks for having me over.❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yes it's come a long way!

[@jackvanleeuwenkamp4706]

I swear, watching your parents get stuck in makes my heart big! Well done all ❤️🇨🇦

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks very much!

[@barbaradavie150]

WOW! I didn't realise you BUILT all of that area. My goodness, you are amazing! I love that pool and deck resort style space. Your parents are so lovely. What a grand result.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep! It took almost two years but I got there in the end!

[@donnahenderson2676]

Boy what a difference. Can’t wait for the other deck and the front of the house to be transformed next year. ❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Me too!

[@Reet64]

Man! Did you ever put a lot of sweat equity into that! I'm very glad you are finally able to enjoy it this year.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep! Me plus a few others, too! It's been great to have it!

[@Reet64]

@@PortugalfromScratch and how cute is that little logo!?!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!! 😀

[@juanitakauffman6336]

Is a great video. Shows just how much work you put into your oasis.I hope you get a power washer in the future for a faster cleaning of the tanks. I have learned a lot about block laying and cement techniques. Now sit back and enjoy all of your hard work. Thank you to your dad for the great deck.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Those power washers apparently take a surprising amount of power! But it's on my list, for sure. 😀

[@sherrylawson3258]

Your happiness with this way of life is inspiring to watch. Great video.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@kristinmcclary7194]

Nice video of the whole project from beginning to end. I love that its just music and no talking.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@leahsdreams]

Plenty of times throughout this series I was sceptical of your abilities, but shown in a compilation like this, makes you look like a rockstar. Very proud! A++

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Haha I'm happy I won you over! Well... at least on this project! I never really know how things will go. 😆

[@ruthlarson6334]

I am wondering if you feel more tired watching all the work than you did doing it!?? Lovely to have this video diary of your progress ❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Haha yep, sometimes I do!

[@raquelfernandez463]

Hi Kristy.It's Raquel the Snail 🐌 is Cool it Looks good.Keep up the good work always.❤ Raquel.Thank you for Posting.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks very much!

[@raquelfernandez463]

@@PortugalfromScratch Your Welcome young Lady.God bless you,and your family, friend's.Have a great Sunday.🌺.

[@deborahwhite2339]

Quite a transformation from creepy hell hole to delicious spa🙂👍👍🇨🇦🥂

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep! 😀

[@NolaStewart-i9x]

It's an amazing retreat after so much effort! You had good ability to see a creepy pond transformed, and the inside of your home. I love the determination! ❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I love it, thanks!

[@sappir26]

Beautiful transformation. Well done 💯👍

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@hazelfolley8283]

Love logos [ a picture says more than words; creativity ] great presentation ❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@mbd6054]

A great deal of ingenuity, very hard labour, and determination, went into the making of that beautiful corner. Enjoy it with pleasure. Super video. Thank you. :)

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks so much!

[@virginiajorgensen8614]

This is a great video. Thanks for sharing. It really shows how much work went into the pool/water system and now you have a beautiful spot for relaxing and cooling down. Of course, you were also working on the barn, property, and you adopted Mikey.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep it was a lot of work but totally worth it!

[@annadaurie2435]

Wow, so much work. You have a beautiful spot to relax in. Fantastic work.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I do, thank you!

[@jeanmeyer8194]

U have done wonders😊

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks! It's such a great space now!

[@coby6417]

Fantastic Kristy everything you achieved looks amazing. 🌟👏👍🍀💐

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@glassdaft]

This is my favourite video yet. Totally awesome job of editing! I liked the silence & just the right amount of music 🤗

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks, it was fun to make it!

[@claudia_ese8788]

Genius! At first i thought i don’t need to watch this video bc i have seen it all. But what i would have missed! And as much as i love to listen to you, this silent movie was a completely new thing and made it even more clear how much work went into this build and what you have achieved . i enjoyed every minute of this long video and can only say “congrats” again.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks so much! Ya it was a different style so I'm glad to hear it was enjoyable to watch!

[@michelleellis8201]

I love this video. Seeing it all from start to finish in one video reminded me of all the steps it took to get it where it is today. You are awesome! It’s a beautiful oasis now 😊❤️

[@PortugalfromScratch]

It really is, thanks!

[@avivat3010]

Love your new logo Kirsty! You did a mountain of work to build a gorgeous oasis on your property. The help from your dad and others helped too! I bet it's just wonderful to jump into the water on a very hot day! you certainly have the smarts to know what comes first in priority!! Job very well done! Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks for watching! Yes I love this little space!

[@avivat3010]

@@PortugalfromScratch I would love to be able to do more!!❤😎

[@lydialen6881]

The logo looks fab at the beginning ! Great video thank you. Xx

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@yolanda5543]

I liked this type of video, selk explanatory. No talk, more work 😅 😅 . ❤ you, and ALL the hard work you do. The classes you've taken to become more knowledgeable in the tasks you will be doing to make a good home for yourself. I admire everything thing about you. 🎉❤😊. I too want to be your neighbor.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks so much!

[@denesfatrai]

This was such a nice, ASMR-like video :) Thanks for sharing it! The pool area is the highlight of your property, like a paradise within a paradise :)

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Haha ya it is! I love this space!

[@jerrielindsey5939]

Great progress! Such a lovely refreshing spot

[@PortugalfromScratch]

It really is! 😀

[@monikacarless_wordwitch]

Well done you! So much vision and hard work to create this beautiful space. Was it interesting to see that empty barn. Any more plans to show early days?

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep! I have a lot of footage from before I started KZbin and I'm trying to figure out the best way to show all of that.

[@LittleBear290]

Fabulous, bringing a vision to life! Still love the steel toed flip flops. 😊

[@PortugalfromScratch]

😁 Thanks!

[@goodtogo3]

well done you!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@mariadange06]

A suggestion: Plant a nice palm tree to give it a tropical feel 🏝️🍹

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Ooh, nice!

[@annaroseferris]

Soooo much work. It’s amazing to see it done. I remember all that insane lovely green algae. How is the algae situation now that you have the deck shading it? Does it seem to make a difference? How often do you imagine you will have to clean the tank under the deck now?

[@PortugalfromScratch]

No algae problems at all this year and it's wonderful! I'm not sure about cleaning the tank... it'll be interesting to compare but so far it's all still clear so I'd guess just a few times a year.

[@annaroseferris]

@@PortugalfromScratch wow fantastic!!!!!

[@fayewhelan7209]

❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

🙂

[@LB-pt2dd]

Brava!!!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

😀

[@adamosman7284]

Hello

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Hi!

[@makoke1matsuri]

Ha quedado fantástico con poco........excelente trabajo a disfrutar.........saludo cordial.-

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you so much! It's been such a fun space to hang out in!

[@madelinegoldingay6440]

Great video I had not known how it was constructed. Good to see in one video. I am quite impressed and your Dad’s deck build is the icing on the cake. Well done.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@kathleenschmidt7074]

Best timelapse video I have ever seen. Your poolwater area looks so nice. ❤ keep on keeping on

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks so much!

[@kathleenoverton3263]

I see your new logo!! Sweet!!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@MomPuff-b9w]

To say that I’m extremely impressed & so amazed it’s an understanding!! 🌻🦋❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks so much!

[@barbaranielsen2888]

So much work! But it is wonderful

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@justoneacre7873]

Love your new logo!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@juanitakauffman6336]

Great complication of the creepy water to beautiful oasis videos. Well done kristy.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@Jaantoenen]

It was a pleasure watching you do all this wonderful work. Cheers

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Glad to share, thanks!

[@emmaslow]

Fantastic transformation. When you put it all together like this did it surprise you too quite how much work this has involved? Inspiring! I got such a flashback seeing the old metal barn door too - I'd forgotten quite how rustic the barn was at the start.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep and I didn't even show much of the work we did on the pipes which was a huge job, too. It's been a lot, but fun too!

[@carolchisholm433]

All I can say is wow. You had a vision for what that scary area could become. And then you worked so hard to make it happen. Kudos to your Dad for building such a lovely deck.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Ya it was a big transformation, for sure!

[@nancibishof6462]

A lot of effort went into making your entertainment/relaxation area. Persistence pays off and you have created a truly welcoming space to escape the summer heat.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

It was totally worth the effort! I’m loving this space!

[@christinemcginnis5280]

Absolutely wonderful to be reminded of just how far your place has come! Well done!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@mariadange06]

Step by step you created a fabulous outdoor plunge pool lounge area 🏖️ Kitten Mickey when he ruled solo 🐈‍⬛

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Haha, yep! He was always visiting me!

[@oneworld1160]

Just discovered Nicole Coenen. You Canadians are really something!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Haha ya is she the lumberjack? I think I know her channel.

[@oneworld1160]

@@PortugalfromScratch Exactly. Lots of things to learn from her.

[@chriscardinal7007]

I ah, ah I didn't know you did all that, girl! Wow! That was impressive! To me now you seem to do a little work here a little work there, living the Portugal life. Almost like an Islander like so laid back , taking it in:) No hurt in that for sure...but you did attack that work very wholeheartedly! Great job hon! Thanks for sharing!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Yep it was a lot but I got there in the end! It feels nice to actually complete a thing!

[@sheilajoseph9953]

Amazing transformation. All that hard work and help from your dad and friends, you definately have a little oasis.💚

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I do, it's great! Thanks!

[@josedacosta9847]

Thanks for making this video.i didn’t start watching you from the beginning.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Glad to, thanks for watching!

[@jan9562]

Yay🎉 Portugal from Scratch! A great watch so far ; will get a cuppa and will continue to the end.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thank you!

[@astropoe2898]

Gorgeous ❤

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@polgarauk5606]

Wow so so much work to get it there but by heck it seems to have been worth it. I remember all the bits you showed but obviously separated over time 😅 Are you going to be doing something similar for the former barn now your tiny house? Or is there too little early footage to do it OR would it be far too long 😂 Either way congratulations on your own little oasis 😊

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I have SO MUCH early, unseen footage that I'm dying to share but these types of videos have intimidated me... so this was a sort of trial run and I think I can pull off a longer one for the house build so far... stay tuned!

[@polgarauk5606]

@@PortugalfromScratch well you did a brilliant job of it so I really am looking forward to your next one. Small tip these types of videos can actually attract new viewers if titled right. I have found a fair few channels I love to follow now that way 😊

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I’m not great at the titles but yes, I’ve seen a lot with loads of views!

[@anniemac3075]

So satisfying making your home as you want it, well done Kirsty. Can't wait to see the window in your house being done, that'll really make a huge difference to your comfort. Mikey & Larry will like it too!

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks! It was a fun project!

[@wafamughrabi8723]

Well done😊

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Thanks!

[@JudySnyder-dv5ld]

It was your little pool that made me subscribe to your channel. I love that your dad built the deck to go beside your pool. It's a lovely space.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

Ya the pool was so much fun to do!

[@jan9562]

Great sounds !

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I know, right??

[@egoyiboclementinaonwuegbut7331]

You are have trouble facing the truth I see. When you started talking I was thinking this is old news. Then you started back peddling back to its Russia.

[@PortugalfromScratch]

I'm not sure what this means...

[@katrinolafsdottir8734]

You are so strong

[@PortugalfromScratch]

😁