Frugal Living Home Tour Our Little House North Myrtle Beach, SC

What does frugal living look like! Come inside our Little House North Myrtle Beach SC home tour. We tell you what it costs and how we manage the cost monthly! Early retirement debt and mortgage free couple shows you how you can have an abundant and full life with less money! Living a debt free life is possible by simple budgeting and not over spending! Debt free living is within reach!
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[@RN-mn3jn]

Ohhhh I love it!!! I spent my entire younger years 13 yrs old until 30 yrs old ....every summer in Cherry Grove /Myrtle Beach. And I then instilled the love of that area in my children. It's a quick shot to North Myrtle from my house. And your house....🤗....oh it is exactly what I raised my children in and what I want to get back to❤️ I would not change one single thing in there except for the wall in the kitchen as you said. That house is heaven....and the cost is miniscule to the joy it brings you. Thank you for sharing. It brought some good memories for myself ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Cherry Grove is the beach we go to! Our absolute favorite! We are actually in Longs if you know the area.

[@sonyablade1534]

Awe.... loved the tour of your sweet brick home in North Myrtle! We moved from CT back in '91 to the Spartanburg/Greenville area and then to Myrtle Beach in 2013. We LOVE IT HERE! And we too own a small brick home *built in '85* on 1.12 acres in the heart of Myrtle Beach! It's rare to have this much land where we are..and we appreciate it every single day. Thank you for sharing your precious home. It's a wonderful place and I hope you keep it forever. God bless! New subscriber here too~

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Welcome Sonya!! So happy you found us! Oh my gosh an acre in MB!!

[@sylviaashworth5851]

The house is already adorable. I still own my Mother’s house and it was built in 1973. Paneling can be painted but make sure to use Kilz All Purpose Primer. In my Mother’s house we painted the kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Then got the lowest price granite Lowe’s had for the kitchen countertops and Formica (that looks like granite) to save money in the bathroom. Then new floors. The house was totally updated with paint, countertops and flooring. I definitely would not sell. Two weeks rental unit that close to the beach would be what you pay per year. So this house is truly a investment that brings y’all happiness. And you can’t put a price on happiness ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, we visit several times a year so well worth it! Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@janbaugus3062]

Hi Emmy and Paul. Have you thought about renting thru air b&b part of the year? You could get some income with this. Just a suggestion of course. Love your channel.

[@kimsmith5471]

Honestly , I'd sell the New York home & move to the little house ! A garden a couple of chickens & you're set. I'd update 1 room at a time. Checking into clearance sale of flooring , mistint paints , etc. That home is ADORABLE !

[@mangopuppybaby]

Paul’s parents live close to them in New York. It’s a blessing that they can spend time with them. ❤️

[@nevermind7253]

LoL That's exactly what I was thinking Gosh... I'd give anything to live there... And wouldn't really change a thing! Except a giant garden to feed us! Just love it ❣️

[@grannyprepper1181]

I totally agree. Sell the New York house and move down there.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for your input but we really need to be here for Paul's parents right now.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you SMarie...exactly!

[@Lynn-tz3cp]

Aww...your sweet wedding photo! 💞 Palms on the crucifix... a blessed Palm Sunday to you tomorrow.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You as well! Thank you!

[@joannec4356]

I’m a new subscriber so it was nice to see a recent video where you talked about your little house. Did a quick search and found this video for a house tour, it’s so cozy and tidy! Love to see how it looks now in 2023! 😄🇨🇦

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Welcome Joanne ! So happy you found us! Thank you!

[@wendyflores6577]

I love this video! I checked and you probably drive down on 95. That’s west of me. If you ever decide to drive down Hwy 17, a more coastal route, let me know. You’ll always have a stop over place to rest, eat and relax for a half way rest stop!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is so kind. We take I95 to Lumberton to I74 then to Loris Route 9

[@wendyflores6577]

@@FrugalMoneySaver That’s what I guessed, but you’re always welcome if you want to change your route!! Please keep your videos coming! They are so enjoyable and helpful. Virtual hugs!

[@lentilgoddess]

I love this house! The happy feelings it invokes! So full of love. I appreciate your asking what we would do to play with the decorating. As a designer, I will now let it rip. It is so charming as it is, true beach-life.. But if you feel like doing something, perhaps after getting some beachy flooring you could paint the paneling and trim a "paper" white. That's all. It might unify the space. I'd probably paint the kitchen cabinets--perhaps a very light blue- gray--, making sure there's a bit of contrast between the cabinets and the formica. The formica is wonderful. Thank you for letting me air my thoughts!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Wonderful! Thank you!

[@mandifields2621]

Lovely place. Paint the paneling and replace carpet.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's the plan! Sounds wonderful! Thank you Mandi!

[@MichaeleJayeJackson]

Love this! I would paint first and that way you don’t have to worry about getting anything on the floor since you’ll be replacing it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes! We have been painting this whole week actually lol

[@MichaeleJayeJackson]

That’s wonderful! I hope it is going smoothly! :-)

[@yvettecorbett2360]

I love the color yellow, it's a happy color, and goes with every color.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Our home here in NY is yellow...inside and out LOL!

[@SarahDial-f5x]

You all are SO sweet and modest. That home of yours in SC is absolutely gorgeous. Honesty! The older I get the more small and cozy appeals to me. I loved Paul’s comment that it’s easy to clean. What a blessing. No doubt you have many fond memories from when your parents lived there Ms. Emmy. That picture frame Paul made you brought tears to my eyes. Precious! Enjoy your sweet SC haven!❤

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Such a kind comment, thank you so much!

[@lisafromindiana1718]

I would paint the panelling white or soft yellow and use straw/wicker/ratten blinds on the windows.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much for the input Lisa!

[@daisyy99]

I love the paneling. It looks homey and matches the style of the house. Family photographs and those puzzles would be awesome. Maybe some pictures of dolphins and birds. I like bird pics for the master and dolphins for the guest room.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds great!

[@TPayne-fm8ie]

Oooh, well since you asked... I love this adorable little house. Before I ordered any flooring, I would try pulling back a corner of the carpet in a closet to see if there are hardwoods underneath. If you aren't so lucky, I would put in vinyl planks -not laminate floors. I would paint the paneling white instead of messing with sheetrock. Even if it's not solid wood, it is easy to paint it if you use the right primer. I would paint all the trim in the house a bright white including the louvered doors. I would paint all the walls the same color throughout the house to tie it together. I would paint the fan over the stove with spray paint. I would add yellow gingham curtains to the kitchen. I would replace the bathroom light fixture over the sink and add towels that bring out the colors in the shower curtain. I would remove the small shelf above the toilet. I would take out the top half of the wall between the living room and kitchen and put an eating bar/counter there. I would add a small deck or flagstone patio to blend the house to the yard. I'd plant a low hedge of dwarf boxwoods to give the patio a sense of enclosure and maybe add a pergola or awning for shade. Then- I would move there full time.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

WOW!!! I am taking notes LOL! Thank you!

[@cltinturkey]

Loved seeing your cottage and especially your wedding photo. It's clear you have had many years of love and your happiness just shines in both your faces.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind of you to say...thank you!

[@beckysonnier6369]

Love the little house. I like that it’s not overdone. If you don’t like the paneling, just paint it, painted paneling looks great. If you want to have more on the walls, the puzzles your son did would look great. Try looking at thrift stores or yard sales for pictures with a frame you can use, even if you need to put a mat with it. I think you both were wise to keep it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's the plan! Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@lucyphenicie5236]

@@FrugalMoneySaver lovely place to go to refresh and renew!paint The paneling and do As talked little at a time.

[@simplysmallwood6717]

Adorable! Decorate with some of the puzzles.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you 🤗

[@lindamcteer]

What a cozy and adorable house! For a house of 980 square feet, it's amazing that it has so much storage space/cabinet space. I honestly don't think anything needs to be changed, and all your decor is beautiful and tasteful. Dixie wants to enjoy the living room furniture too! Great video, as usual. Have a nice weekend.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Linda thanks so much! Yes, the little Diva was in almost every room as we filmed LOL!

[@elainecrise1999]

Thank you for sharing your SC home. It is so warm and cozy. A great get a way!! You are so fortunate to have a place to rest, and relax near the beach!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much for your kind words Elaine!

[@trudyorth6037]

I love this house! It is a perfect get away. Rather than laminate flooring I can’t recommend vinyl planks enough. It is reasonable and we love it. Also just paint the paneling to brighten the space. Thanks for the tour!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you Trudy!

[@bettysprong9908]

I agree I think it would give it more caracter.

[@clairekeating1403]

Your home is adorable. I would not change much. I love the simplicity of it. Enjoy it! Thanks for the visit.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@judymcpheron5955]

Lovely home in Mrytle Beach. Country back yard, so green. Front of home is really nice looking. 💗🤗💗

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you Judy!

[@oceanlbi]

I love that the location of the house is away from the beach. You are close enough to get to the beach but without the downside of the danger of hurricane damage. The front of the house is beautiful, the flowers, the porch, the carport, all very nice. I loved your son's puzzles as well, they would look nice displayed. Your dog is so cute and seemed quite happy there!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much for the kind words Freddie!

[@jeanne8507]

Hello! It's a sweet home. I look at it this way- if it's clean and everything works, it's just fine. Updates can be done in time, when you can afford them. I'm glad you have a little house to go to for getaways. Take care!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Jeanne!

[@maikehannah9179]

Your house is so darling and adorable. I would seriously move there, you can rent it out on air b & b when you're not there. Hopefully you'll consider the little house as a permanent 🏡 home. 💕

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes one day we hope to be full-time residence of South Carolina!

[@karenmiller955]

Welcome to beautiful South Carolina

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Karen!

[@nightengale2123]

I love your little house as it reminds me so much of my late parent's home where I grew up. Following their passing my sister and I sold the home as we already lived in the same town and loved our own homes and we did not want to be land ladies and rent it out. The soon to be married young couple that purchased the home which was built in 1952 and had the decor like your parent's home loved the look and had no intentions of turning it into a modern home and glad the only updates we did were minimal. I am sure if you eventually relocate to this home full time you will be very happy there.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so very much for the encouragement!

[@susanfrench2245]

You are so blessed to have this beautiful home that your parents owned! Personally I love it just the way it looks. ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Susan, thanks so very much!

[@nataliet6967]

Lovely house! Cannot believe your taxes! Upstate New Yorker here, and my taxes are outrageous. About two hours north from your NY home. Wonderful memories you have in SC. If you didn't still have family in NYS I would say move.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, our families are here!

[@debimorsette1685]

This home is so precious! I wouldn’t change anything about this house until you absolutely had to. I love the shower curtain, and the yellow theme in the kitchen is great. Simple is best. So happy it’s within your budget and you can enjoy it for years to come. Debi in Vicksburg, MS. 🥰🥰

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so very much Debi! Appreciate that!

[@sheilahughes3561]

I love the bedding in the guest bedroom! Honestly Emmy I have watched this video and your other house tour and your homes are so beautiful, welcoming and cosy!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So very kind Sheila, thank you!

[@fireflyfarmletontheeno777]

Agree with many other comments- paint! Paint the paneling, you could even paint the furniture to make it look more beachy. New frugal floors and you're set! Love it !!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@rhondavigil795]

What a wonderful gift your mom left to you. I am happy you get to enjoy it.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, a huge blessing!

[@emiliehaillant9502]

Thank you for sharing. Your house is incredible! It's a great place for vacation. Here, in France, the houses are smaller than the American average houses. So, it's not really a "little" house for me, but just a regular house! 😅 I love your channel. I don't comment very often because my English is not the best, but I watch every one of your videos. 🤗

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Emilie your English is brilliant!! Thanks so much for being here!

[@teresaconte768]

Love it Emmy... Brings bk memories of your P.V house...love the pictures of mom & dad. Stay well my dear childhood friend 💜

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Terri Thank you! You too! Always a blessing to hear from you!!

[@christophervogt7456]

What more could you want? Thank you for sharing Emmy and Paul! Try painting some of the paneling before investing in new drywall. It's a frugal update. I've done it in my rental house and was very pleased with the results. The living room furniture is perfect. Love your choice of seating!. I'm sure that made a huge difference. Charming home! Great decision to keep it yours! 👍

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks Chris! Don't want more...very blessed lol.

[@53islandgirl]

What an adorable little house, I love it! It looks so much bigger from the outside!

[@sues6763]

I love love love this little house! You are so blessed!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much Sue!

[@ruins_and_ghosts326]

Beautiful charming home, looks so cosy and warm. Your wedding photo is also lovely! Such happiness.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

So kind! Thank you!

[@beebasd5401]

You can paint the range hood to match the stove. Then it would looks more cohesive.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

True! Thanks!

[@akronrats]

I love everything about it! I live in NC and its very similar to the homes that are in our neighborhood which were built mostly in 1968. Not sure i would update much - love the look and feel of it! What a great little house in a wonderful location! Y'all definitely have the best of both worlds there! Thanks for sharing!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much for your kindness!

[@GeckoHiker]

The house has a very soothing and homey feel to it. I would just add things you find that represent your experiences when you vacation there. Nothing deliberate unless that's something you enjoy doing. I love the idea of framing the beach themed puzzles for the guest room. We've been working in the yard and garden, so when I saw the empty canvas of the back yard I immediately pictured a leisure garden with native plants and a walkway to shaded seating areas and fun things for grandchildren to discover and play on/in. But maybe too much of a project for a vacation home.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Lovely ideas Sandra! Thank you!

[@rebeccalong6823]

To keep the cost down I would sand the paneling and get a few 5gal buckets of drywall mud, smear it all over the paneling then take a dry paint roller, roll it over the wall to give it texture and let dry. Then take a wide putty knife scrape off tips caused by roller and paint. Less mess than new drywall and affordable.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@dianeloe5684]

I love it! You are so lucky to have a place like that to use as a getaway. I’d live on ramen noodles if necessary to keep that house. I wouldn’t even mind that it needs updating. Who cares! It’s quaint and charming.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That's how we feel! Thank you!

[@maryodwyer9827]

Your home is beautiful .don't change anything. Everything is in working order and so well maintained. And in my eyes it is a mansion and unlike some mansions you own it mortgage free .take a bow you and Paul are just beautiful people I wish you were my neighbours. Xx

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh Mary! Thanks so much for the kind words!

[@annmarieknapp9942]

Good bye New York! I'd be more than happy in that sweet little house...its an absolutely perfect retirement home! Room to garden, relax, and such a low cost home. I love it and I really LOVE that shower curtain! 💖 Thank you for sharing your sweet home. May God bless you extra special today!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much! May God bless you as well!

[@barbchumbley9142]

We had the blue and white comforter set. Nice home. Paneling can be painted for a cheaper update. Pretty coastal palette of beige, yellow and navy with your Grey furniture would look nice. The bathroom curtain was beautiful and happy! Enjoy your home as you make it yours!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Barb!

[@julieannstobart8031]

What a truly lovely and cosy home. I would definitely consider retiring there. It is super x

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you!

[@bonnieclattenburg1436]

I love the house. Maybe a little paint, rugs must go! I wouldn't change much you would loose the character of the house. Enjoy! Your are blessed.

[@Lulu-he9dp]

Your Little House is so nice and we would love living there as well even with no updating. Your furnishings are really nice and it is good not to have too many extras there to take care of and/or replace since you are not there full time. It sure brings home the fact that frugal living does not mean you are missing out on anything of value. Just the opposite, you can have meaningful things in your life without the burden of debt. Thank you so much for sharing. Many blessings to you both!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much! You said it perfectly Linda!!

[@lanakeeton8102]

Add a few bowls of seashells. Do bedrooms in white, light blue, and yellow. It's so clean and beachy looking. Keep books,, puzzles, cards in a closet for rainy day fun.. Love the home!!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for the tips!

[@karenhampton2389]

Your beach home is adorable! What a perfect size home for a retirement couple. I can see you both moving down south in a few years.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, that would be wonderful!!

[@anavazao3121]

@@FrugalMoneySaver Yes, I agree moving there. I’m sure cost of living would be less AND the beach is everyone’s happy place!

[@annlingerfelt1917]

This video popped up in my feed for the first time and I loved it all - the tour of the sweet little N. Myrtle Beach house (I live in metro Atlanta and have been to Myrtle Beach many times but never N. Myrtle Beach), the family pictures framed in the old window, the kitchen display with the vintage apron....and especially the background in your beginning narrative. I love vintage china and kitchenware and spent several minutes just looking at your crochet-edged shelves and seeing what you have that I, too, have in my collection or similar items. I enjoyed the presentation - you appear very comfortable on video and have a great speaking voice. Have fun working on the little house as the spirit moves you - I'm sure you'll make all the right decisions to retain the character of the house!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Welcome! Thanks so very much for stopping by, hope you stay a while Ann!!

[@cindymae3656]

Ooh 23k subscribers, congrats! Always enjoy your video’s! Loved your beach/farm house, so cute. My counter tops are a light gold marble Formica, old but still look great. My kitchen sink was leaking so I got a new sink and new filter system for our tap water, we fix the things that need to be done. Old doesn’t mean it needs replaced but that is our point of view❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

YES!! Very well said Cindy!

Fabulous little house. And what a garden! More than definitively worth the money if you can afford it. Absolutely love the metal and glass kitchen table! Would not necessarily change or update anything unless it's broken or not functional. Some new coat of pain if needed. But unless you really have the budget for it and money to waste, renovations are not necessary. I hate that trend that people want to renovate every and anything. If it is not broken, there is no need to change.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We agree Yvette! Thank you!

[@carlenegilstrap2871]

So pretty. I love it. My opinion is paint works wonders. You can paint paneling easily. It’s all in the prep work. I think the Coastal look through out is good.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@tinabonner6286]

Paint! It makes everything cohesive and brings it together. Thrifted paintings is what I would do. Love your little house! Thx so much for sharing!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much!

[@AnnieDash]

I love North Myrtle Beach! This is where my family growing up went on vacation, and my husband and I took our 5 boys there for vacation last year. It's a wonderful place and looks like a real blessing that you have a home there!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so very much Annie for watching and sharing!

[@mummersfavourites9119]

Emmy I just love your “little house” in South Carolina. It is so homey and cozy. You are truly blessed. Christine McB.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Oh thank you Christine! So happy to see you here! Thank you!

[@milliemrrobinson1074]

Oh my! I'm so glad you were here! The weather has been wonderful for the beach! You look tanned and relaxed, Emmy! Love you house!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much Millie!!

[@jonirunyon8601]

Beautiful home! Thank you for sharing. Such a huge yard! I loved the 1970 look. I think paint and flooring in the master would be awesome. God Bless You!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so much! God Bless you as well!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

I'm a child of the '50's/'60's and a teen of the '70's. I LOVE that house! When I saw it, I instantly felt at home...without ever being there! I think you and Paul have done well in keeping it and leaving it pretty much in its original state. I agree with you about the shag carpet. I might paint some paneling light yellow. And, I'd definitely frame and hang those beautiful puzzles! Eventually, I might paint the kitchen cabinets white, or uppers white and lowers a medium gray, like your sofa. I would think about removing only half (horizontally) the wall that divides the kitchen and living room right now. That's what my dad did back then. There was still openness between the 2 rooms...conversations could go on easily between the 2 rooms, and there was still space on both sides of the half wall for a chair, that little eating counter, cabinets, an extra freezer, beverage cooler, etc. And I LOVE your shower curtain. I also love blue and white for a clean, fresh look. You look so sun-kissed, Emmy. I'm glad you got to go to the beach for a while!

[@lorainemacdonald517]

love the shower curtain. seaside decor it tasteful. in my opinion. I can't see letting it go while you can get there a couple of times especially a year.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so very much Jonna!! YAY!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I agree Loraine! Thank you!

[@jonnaborosky8836]

@@FrugalMoneySaver 😊

[@melizabeth908]

We tore up the carpet and painted the plywood floor in our 1980s cottage. It was meant to be temporary but we love it and still have the painted floor 15 years later. So easy to clean!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

That is awesome! We have to look under the carpet next time down.

[@dorisgrainger9692]

Oh Emmy and Paul What a great home.! I love it so much. I have never been one to want a big house. Just one with storage and that definitely works. Enjoy it always!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so very much Doris!

[@tammydickerson9196]

Absolutely love your home, it would brighten up with painting the paneling and adding beautiful mirrors, enjoy for many years

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Tammy!

[@marelkeroux8066]

Love this little house! I would paint all the paneling in the house white. That would brighten it and update it

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great idea!!

[@jeanpartridge736]

Love your house at the beach! I’m so envious. Love your decorations also. My happy place is the beach. Enjoy it and be thankful. ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We are always thankful.

[@amywilson4120]

I love your "little" house in SC! The property and backyard are so beautiful. One of your must-dos needs to be a back porch / deck. I can definitely see Paul out on the grill and your company relaxing on patio furniture. I can also see Paul entertaining everyone around a firepit with his guitar. I can also see you guys adding a chicken coop, as well as flower and vegetable gardens to add beauty and grow your own food. The house has so much potential - I love it! We are remodeling our house as well, little by little, debt free. It is so much more rewarding remodeling debt free than owing thousands of dollars. Keep us posted!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for the beautiful vision Amy!!

[@leliavandyck7616]

I loved this video - I have been watching all your other videos and I came across this one. We live in Cherry Grove and moved here from Kentucky 10 years ago. We love it here and would not trade it for anything. It is a wonderful beach community and your house is so cute. I know you all enjoy your time here!!!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

We love it so much too!! We will be down I March!

[@DCupcake58]

That house is so cozy. The older I get, the less space I want so that size is just perfect. My home has paneling in our lower level including an entire bank of built in cabinets with paneled doors. We painted the paneling using two complimentary colors without any trouble and it looks great. It was affordable and no more extra work to paint than drywall/sheetrock walls. Just clean the paneling first with something like Murphy's Oil Soap or some other diy cleaner to get any oils or dirt off, let it dry and prime and paint. For decor, because the house has a history, adding some more photo's from Paul's childhood to any of yours set up in some appealing way on the wall(s) would be nice.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@karenejkleinfineart]

We live in the house I grew up in. We had to add some cabinets to the kitchen because it was 2 kitchens coming together. We put new doors on the cabinets and painted them white (color is Swiss Coffee) so all would match. We did all work ourselves. We did have to get new countertops so we got quartz. We had a countertop company install them. I would decorate by painting whatever you want to paint in your home. It is an adorable house just as it is. Thanks for sharing. Happy Easter too!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much for the encouragement! Hope your Easter was blessed!

[@normaresendez6358]

Emmy, the little house is darling. Your parents would be so happy to know you are taking such good care of it. A great house to pass on to your son one day! Since it is small, changing out the flooring wouldn’t be that expensive but would make a big impact. Adding a large painting to the master bedroom wall above the chest of drawers and a wall mirror, maybe in the hallway, would be lovely.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you Norma!

[@danaharris5446]

The bedroom furniture is terrific. I now am looking for that type of furniture. Don’t change that. I certainly would lease it for myself for a few years.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks Dana!

[@knithappy]

I redid a house years ago that had the paneling and I just painted it! It was cheap, easy and looked so bright and pretty! What a perfect little place!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so very much!

[@anavazao3121]

Thank you for sharing! So glad you kept your darling house! Must keep the house. Someday your son will share your joy. You should spend more time there! Agree the carpeting should go. You have so much wonderful land there too. Paul would be able to plant lots of delicious veggies in a garden!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

LOL! Yes, lots of corn!!

[@annlynch593]

Fresh paint really upgrades a room. Also accessories will make the house newer if they ARE newer. Like the idea of a laminate floor. Appliances in the kitchen should match.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, appliance should match but the don't always lol!

[@calliecjs]

I love the shower curtain. Color is everything!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

I agree Callie!

[@maryellentodd7395]

I love your little house. I would recommend painting the paneling. I had paneling painted in one of my homes and it was great. I think the kitchen cabinets would be pretty painted yellow. There is vinyl flooring, which looks just like wood. We had this in an office and it was so practical and easy care. Good luck with all your projects. ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks for all the great ideas Mary Ellen!

[@warrioroflight3813]

I love your quaint and charming house way better than some big fancy house, love the back yard and the history of the home. What I would do to update it without spending a fortune is: Paint all the walls white, paint the cabinets in the kitchen blue or pale yellow. Put in wood looking laminate floors/pergo throughout not to expensive especially if you DIY and Voila your home is transformed into a peaceful beach cottage. We updated our apartment in L.A using this model for under $3000 and everyone always comments on it and I've had a few people ask for my help coming up with ideas for their own redos. I truly enjoy how open you are about your way of live, its inspiring and although my husband and I are just beginning our frugal journey hope to someday be as disciplined and content as you two. Thank you for being a voice of reason in these crazy times we live in. God bless!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much for your wonderful and uplifting comment!! God Bless you and yours as well!

[@conjuarez]

Hi and thank you for sharing your lovely house with us. What a wonderful place and you can really tell that it has been lived in full of love! 🏡 ❤ This week's question is kind of hard because the decorations Paul and you make are so lovely. 😊 More and more I've come to realize that decorating with things that are actually useful can be more fulfilling. As an example, maybe you already have a beautiful tin or glass container that would go with the white & blue theme of your master bedroom that can be used as a sewing kit for the beach house. I'm happy you are back home safely and wish you a nice and restful weekend.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

What a lovely comment! Thanks so very much!

[@mariannewesten3638]

Was also thinking of painting the panneling.or make a piece of Art,with twigs,from you're Garden. And Put little birds in it.Or a sun,or little Figures from plaster.or Things you find at the beach.woid or shelves

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so very much!

[@marilynthomson9564]

What an adorable house! It is absolutely precious. I would probably paint the paneling in the kitchen white and I think that would just perk it right up For now and at a very low expense. You’ve done a beautiful job so far.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@yvettecorbett2360]

Love your family pictures.

[@cathyjohnston240]

How blessed you are to have this beautiful vacation home!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, thank you!

[@rhondawelker6742]

Thank you for the tour. Before we got married in !973, we were trying to decide on a small house to build. Your little house looks like the exterior of the house we were thinking about. We never built it because plans changed, but seeing your little house brought back pleasant memories. 😃

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Sounds wonderful! Thank you!

[@DarcieGlam]

HA I am there now. My mom has lived in the area for 20 years. Property values have skyrocketed, so lucky you. The house is so cute!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you!

[@paularoberts2129]

Absolutely delightful house Emmy xx❤️❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you Paula!

[@paularoberts2129]

❤️❤️

[@annm1048]

You described it best: sturdy, clean, and right for you! Beautiful backyard!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, thanks Ann!

[@aroundthemiddle2112]

The house looks great! The paneling adds to the whimsy! My first priority would be the floors… we replaced our carpets with wood laminate and it wasn’t that expensive. Under $200 per room, I think. Maybe a little more for the living room. Hanging those puzzles will also add to the appeal.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, the carpet is the first to go!

[@phyltorkelsonp9268]

I know this is an older video now, but I love your little home in SC….what a great “get away” place to have!! Honestly, just some new paint in the rooms does a lot to update things and it’s not all that expensive to do!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thanks so much Phyl! We love it there!

[@nt6719]

It's a cute house. I like the vintage look. I loved the shower curtain. The first thing I would do is for safety. I'd check and see if you have to do major updates to put a railing at the front and back steps. If not, putting railings at the steps would be the first thing I would do.

[@ladydhayney3700]

Agreed on the railings. Now that I am older, I have a hard time going up and down steps without railings.

[@deborahanthony3401]

Very cute house. You could actually paint the paneling. A nice off white would be nice. A quick and inexpensive fix.

[@christineklemp7852]

How amazing your SC home is! I feel like we would all be the best of friends because my husband and I have a family cottage which we have been slowly redoing step by step! I would not change much in your home but agree that it will have an airy feel once you remove carpet. And the 250$ a month is such a worthwhile investment in my opinion because this is your yearly vacation as well as your family heritage. I love your wedding photo also.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, we get down several times a year so it's well worth it!

[@kathleenstuber5112]

You are so blessed to have this sweet little home. I agree with your other viewers who have suggested painting tge paneling. My in laws did that and it looks great. It looks bright and updated for just the cost of the paint.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Great tip! Thanks Kathleen!

[@sleeplessinthecarolinas8118]

It is so wonderful that you have so many happy memories in that lovely home.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, the memories are strong!

[@thirdstagegoddess3061]

Lovely! Thank you for the tour. Bright, beachy, and clean! ❤️

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Thank you so very much! So kind!

[@ophelialee2714]

I had to give a like for the opening clip alone! I love the seashore, the waves and the dolphin sighting. At first I thought I imagined it but I saw the fin again. The seashore is my favorite place to visit. Thanks for the clip!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

You are so welcome! Our favorite place as well!

[@ellef4812]

Just found your channel and now a subscriber. I grew up going to Cherry Grove/N. Myrtle every year for our annual beach trip from NC...only about 2 hours from it. I love the house...very nostalgic for me! We too are debt and mortgage free. I think y'all have made a wise decision in choosing to keep the house! 🥰

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Welcome Elle! So happy you are here! Thanks for watching!

[@wildflowers8966]

Millennial here- keep the panneling!!! You can paint it like others have said if you want it to look nore modern, but the panelling is super nice!

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Well said! Thanks so much!

[@maryjothompson4578]

What a blessing that home can be. One suggestion could be to paint the paneling in the living room white or a sandy tan.

[@FrugalMoneySaver]

Yes, thank you!