House Tour: We bought This Abandoned Victorian for $18,000

[@Siansonea]

I see nothing but untapped potential. This house isn't creepy at all, it's a diamond in the rough.

[@samandjoanallie6327]

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[@lauriejenkshale3371]

Absolutely agree.

[@phillipbaker637]

You need to bring this grand home back to it's glory.

[@janetm5574]

Looks like an attorney lived there with all the Federal Registers. Love the linoleum rug upstairs. Hope you win this beauty.

[@juliebartolini6599]

Yes that linoleum is like what @rademacherrevival has in his newly preserved/restored master bedroom. I loved that he kept what was left and just oiled and shellacked it. I hope 'Someone' might do the same here...

[@jacibates2016]

a judge used to live in this house. it is up for auction in my town up until april 16th

[@shannaford100]

@@jacibates2016 What town would that be?

[@HeidisHereAndThere]

I prefer the commentary and history, talking about the architecture and details much better than this silent film. This place would be a wonderful project to take on, and bring her back to life! 😍 Thanks for sharing!

[@d4ever649]

They bought it!

[@jamesswanson1915]

Creepy!

[@willaborge4824]

I am amazed at how well preserved the woodwork is! I LOVE this house!

[@Leglag724]

I cannot get over how the wood was never painted. What a gem to polish and shine up

[@catofthecastle1681]

That wood on the walls would have been the backbone for wallpaper! Imagine how naturally insulating those boards were! Used to live in a home with solid wood behind plaster in Arkansas and we only used ac in July and August! Now in my newer home we start it in April and it runs til October!

[@donaldcurtis9229]

Yes I worked on a couple of old houses helping people restore them yes the wood planks were very good that's what they were for

[@DangerousDevilOfficial]

All of these original things inside. This is absolutely freaking amazing!

[@jena2122]

I’m astonished at the condition of the house after all this time - especially the glass! So impressive!

[@usmcprincess1208]

Those law books!!! 😍😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰 I’m not even 5 minutes in and I’m in love!!!! Wish I could be there and experience it for myself and also so I can smell the books.... I love books 🥰

[@bethknight4436]

Just stunning! The door frames, the bird’s eye maple door panels and the wooden walls were something I was not expecting to see. Such a graceful curve at the bottom of the stairs was extremely pleasing to see. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@kemberlymclain5800]

I think that "bird's eye maple" might be the faux paint job that Laine has a much fancier name for. I can't wait to see this home after a little spit shine aka Laine&Kevin magic!!!!!

[@catofthecastle1681]

Looks like quarter sawn tiger oak to me!

[@bethknight4436]

@@catofthecastle1681 it’s amazing - even if it is painted to look the way it looks, I’ve never seen Tiger Oak before. Do you suppose it’s something that they just don’t have here where I live in New England?

[@shineismyidol1033]

What a stunner this could be. How come it has never been saved????

[@kathyallen2192]

The sparrows in the rosettes! Like your earrings! A sign?! I can’t wait to learn about its construction. All that wood....no plaster. Beautiful!

[@anitak1208]

I thought the exact same thing when I saw the swallows!

[@juliebartolini6599]

What an amazing home!! I too got chills when that plywood came down from the front door. Thank you for sharing!! I sure hope it becomes part of the Nation!!!

[@YellaSpiceFamily]

I *loved* this format, Laine! There was so much to take in - it was nice to not need to be processing language input at the same time. Such a lovely lady! I totally hope you and Kevin can adopt her. 💕

[@bethaniejify]

When I see these abandoned home tours, I always think of the last person living there when the house needs more than that person can give and they have to walk away. All those books!

[@teresawilliams662]

I absolutely love how you keep Louise and the intro to your videos. It's somehow keeps her alive even after she's gone.

[@michelevegliante1971]

What a beauty and I love all the drama. How about another walk through with a Laine history lesson🤔🤣

[@OurRestorationNation]

I thought about doing another with this house. We'll think about that.

[@theresapester2456]

Where did they find craftsman to build this home? The different woods are amazingly preserved. It would be difficult to replicate that staircase. Can’t imagine how long it took to make the staircase and door trim without power tools. How long will it take to restore the home if you acquire it?

[@marionchanson5479]

We are missing your comments!

[@armymom8378]

Diamond in the ruff ! A lot of us can imagine this beauty restored. It would be Majestic ! What a find !!

[@kathleenwoodbury7491]

Those old leather books alone are worth a fortune! But this place deserves some love. The trim the faux painted doors, oh my!

[@Bobrogers99]

With almost all of its antiquity intact, this would be a great one to restore!

[@stevefarms7494]

It makes me vary happy that no one that loves to vandalize everything they touch did not find this home ... I pray someone saves this home and keep and restore it Beauty

[@theresaluvspims6163]

She was making a statement "I've been diminished, abused, save me I still have more stories to tell. What I would give if I had the money to save her. Those carved sparrows on the door frames. The wood of the doors. I so hope someone saves her.

[@kathygross3412]

Wish I knew where this was. Would love to buy it.

[@patriciasentz4950]

Loved the style of this video No audio allowed me to notice all these beautiful details on my own The tigerwood on the doors, the huge and gorgeous windows, and my favorite, no painted wood!

[@laurenratkowski1809]

Does anyone else want to talk about the INCREDIBLE mid century modern couch and chair in the back rooms downstairs?! I love the house so much (and yes, the couch and chair are not period for this home) but dang that chair and couch restored would be true “tray-sure” ;)

[@OurRestorationNation]

YEEESSSSS and I stood on it so it’s SOLID

[@VisionaryGardener]

@@OurRestorationNation yes, those are KILLER. There are what looks likes original Herman Miller office chairs, too, which go for a pretty penny these days, too.

[@theresapester2456]

The furniture certainly has a solid frame thus it can be easily restored to original beauty. Foam, cotton batting, fabric and quality upholsterer will recreate these beautiful pieces.

[@TheWayWalker]

I thought about it too, I was like oooh I could totally redo that !

[@karenjohnston825]

I’m telling mom that you were jumping on the furniture!!!! And a little bit of oxyclean should bring them back to perfection!

[@christythomas2871]

Ok, that antique traveling trunk is so cool!

[@amysgardenstead2879]

When the plywood game off the door, OMG isn’t that the coolest door ever. How has this house not been ruined by time? The doors and woodwork are so beautiful. You just can’t find this craftsmanship anymore.

[@kaybonette]

I would have loved to know the history of this house. It must have been stunning in its day.

[@mschooley615]

The entire house is a treasure!

[@s.a.schmitt]

Oh, Laine. I know this house is calling you. I don’t know what Leigh’s “hoobiddy-woobiddy “ is doing right now, but mine is saying the moment you start renovating there will be a grateful lady and a gruff man watching your every move! (I say “you,” although I know it’s not yours yet...we shall see!) 🙂❤️

[@joan8178]

Obviously law offices. Always surprised when places are just "left". Wonder about the people & THE story. Victorian isn't my favorite period but this is in remarkably good condition, I think.

[@PilotCristina]

What a beautiful home. Wish they still made homes like this.

[@bethmann3283]

This beauty must have been guarded well over the years to have it not be destroyed by vandals. I wonder why its sat for so long? Why wouldn't someone revive this, it looks like it in wonderful shape.

[@bobbiek1941]

Judge Bond used the house for storage. Never lived in it. That furniture probably came out of his home next door. Kept it rather than threw it away. You would be amazed at some of the things that were in there when I went in it with him.

[@bethmann3283]

@@bobbiek1941 I can only imagine the cool things that have been in that house all these years. All those books!!! Just so sad that no one from the family wanted any of those family heirlooms. That's great that you got to walk through that house with him! What did he say about it?

[@1212Ls]

@@bobbiek1941 do you know if his wife ever lived here, since it was her family's?

[@lauriejenkshale3371]

@@bethmann3283 Laine has said in another video (the one where she and Kevin talk about all 5 of their houses) that Judge Bond and his wife were both only children, had no children, so there were only distant cousins that came and got what they wanted. What we see here is what was left. Bobbie Kemp, correct me if I missed information.

[@lauriejenkshale3371]

@@1212Ls Laine has said in the video that refers to all 5 of their homes that Marjorie Mae never lived in this home.

[@terrilawson2559]

IT'S BEAUTIFUL! Such character

[@sandraweiler5971]

I just love seeing the inside of these old houses… Didn’t care for the unsettling music, but thank-you for the video tour. 🌸

[@GenevieveClough]

I *gasped* when you opened the front door! 🤭

[@Brittany_Ezell]

I gasped when the plywood was pulled off the front door. Lol

[@d4ever649]

When the board was removed??? Me too

[@KatharineHolmes]

She’s beautiful. So many books!!!

[@vivianlane7950]

OMG this one is amazing! So many extant details. So much potential. I hope it's in the cards for you! The bird details? Come on! And Laine, your voice is great in this Haunted Mansion-esque narration. Not everyone's voice can walk the line between pleasant and creepy in that old-timey way. Very cool video.

[@An-wk9ml]

Those are law books my grandpa used to have them in his office when he was a judge. THANK so much for the awesome video. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍 I do appreciate it.😊

[@carrieowens4907]

I'm about 6 months late in watching this video but it was wonderful! First of all, did anyone else get a Paige and Brandon (Farmhouse Vernacular) warm fuzzy feeling when you first open the front door? Laine, I know you bought the house for the pocket doors alone! (Am I right?!?!) Second, when we bought our 1870s farmhouse there was the same brittle cheesecloth wallpaper throughout. Our house was mostly covering beautiful beadboard but often times it was covering "shiplap". I've been stumped with that to do with these walls once we reach that room. I'm not much of a "wall paper person" but I may have to find something neutral to put back and cover the mix and match beadboard/shiplap wood walls. (I don't want to put drywall in this house.) This tour helped me so much! Keep up the great work Laine & Kevin!!!!

[@rosannehart7325]

This was a really good one. What a wonderful restoration project. It looked like there wasn’t any roof damage. The only thing missing was your wonderful commentary.

[@rfoulcer]

Love your Guy's camera work combined with the other worldly music, taking time to stop at all the neat architectural features, great Channel, you seem to have so much fun together I sometimes wonder if you may have been drinking on the job. Lol.

[@DeHoeveOldBelgianFarm]

Wow! What a treasure 😍 I doubt I would be able to leave the house without looking through all the books 📚

[@lukeminor6272]

This house is gorgeous!! So many amazing details everywhere! The antiques! Would make an amazing restoration!

[@samgoodie4576]

Please donate all those records to the local historical or genealogical library. Pictures too.

[@shannonanissa]

Can’t wait to hear the story behind this baby! 😀

[@rachealsmith5138]

OMG! She makes me wish I had the money to pick her up and love her! You know that feeling you get when you just fall in love with something?? 😀. She is beautiful!!!!

[@kayecharlotte7459]

The only thing remotely creepy in this house is that weird female and eye drawing on the walls. Felt sad about those old books though.

[@helen1962]

Looked like Jim Morrison from The Doors.

[@kathleenwoodbury7491]

So much just needs polishing, so much beauty! Not creepy at all, just gorgeous!

[@TheVikingmaiden]

I love the door, the staircase, the shiplap, the bead board, and I love all the old books. Love love love it!

[@marlonmangonon176]

If I could,I would buy this house still and repair it as is.It is very beautiful.Restoration is the key to retain its regal beauty.

[@livinglife8333]

This is a grand old lady needing some love!

[@heatherosullivan8228]

Look at her!!! With all those excellent law books and amazing details. What a time capsule!

[@scholarhobbitz8269]

Honestly this house just made me swoon with all the books and beauty. This lovely gem needs to be restored!

[@OurRestorationNation]

We’re well on our way!!

[@Tiffany-vj1tv]

Oh my gosh!!!!! This house is unbelievable 💕IF WALLS COULD TALK!❤️❤️❤️

[@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass]

Wow! The possibilities! I hope someone loves her back to life. That woodwork Omgoodness!!! Thanks for sharing. 💖💜💖

[@debralarose8790]

What a fascinating house! It appears that the original wallpaper was applied to wood and not the usual lathe and plaster. Never seen that before. And lots of faux wood grain patterns on the doors. Looks like a group of lawyers worked there and read a lot of Nat Geos on the side. Would really appreciate any more history you could share with us. Hope somebody restores this house. And last but not least all the orbs upstairs especially in the attic at 13:15! No wonder you didn't feel alone! The music was just right for this sort of thing.

[@tammygrimes548]

You are an amazing soul who connects with those that have gone before❤much love and appreciation in all that you do

[@normanfletcher8332]

Wow, Best video ever, guess the words 'we bought', sold me. 4:18, is that wall paper peeling & at 6:30. door boarded, curious what lies behind.. Never saw so many books, perhaps up coming garage sale?

[@andiebluetaylor]

Wait up wait up....Laine and Kevin something's not quite right with this house.... something is missing. Ohhhh yeah.... where is the prerequisite waterfall coming through the roof? Y'all don't buy DRY houses! 🤣 You had me at the front door. Stunning house, I freaking love it. 💕

[@angelbrown5571]

Me too!!!! That front door is absolutely beautiful!!!!!!!!!!

[@maryellenmcinnis7693]

I’m not a wallpaper fan, but there were some pretty terrific wallpaper pieces in there. Love the wood, trim and doors. That is some house.

[@KiraNicole333]

A month ago I would have seen videos of a house like this and thought, "wow what a dump" - but after watching all of the videos on this channel, I got to this one and was absolutely enchanted with it! All those windows and doors and pocket doors and the wood trim and the faux bois and are those gaseliers!? What a gorgeous house!

[@OurRestorationNation]

Thank you!!!

[@leahstearns3969]

I need to know everything about this house. The books. Everything left behind. I cannot wait to see what you do with this grand old lady !

[@KR-sh6rm]

Beautiful home and lots of treasures inside.

[@stephaniemize321]

Looks like it was last used as an office. Great condition considering it’s been vacant for so long.

[@snoozieq4584]

I truly can't wait for more videos on this diamond in the rough. The bathroom turned out spectacular! I so love this Grand Dame!

[@d4ever649]

I would have died to tour this! The only Victorian I explored was gutted.

[@jayjayl182]

I enjoyed that calm pace of the tour. I was really able to get a feel of each room and layout of home. Looking forward to your educational commentary as you uncover and restore the beauty of this home. She is in amazing condition and the woodwork is fabulous.. Do you feel any presence in these homes that have been abandoned for so long?

[@jocelynpryor5370]

Haha! The music for this is great. Also, this amazing house is so stinkin' full of potential.

[@joshuarowell5867]

Laine, you guys are so creative! I enjoyed your take on the video and how different it is from the rest! You guys keep me on my toes with these houses!!

[@lynnbetts4332]

It's amazing that this house is in such great shape after all these years. In my area, it would have been vandalized and stripped. It looks like someone started cleaning up the upstairs for renovation. All the canvas/plaster from the ceilings and walls has been removed and cleaned up. Even the outside trim hasn't all rotted away. Gorgeous woodwork and isn't that the faux woodgrain painting on the doors?

[@denisea871]

What a dream. I would love to look for treasure in this house. Not jewels, or money, or luxury items. but for old letters, notes, old family photo's or mismatched dishes, or unique little pieces. Little bits of the history that made this house a home in the past. I love the history of it. I don't even want to keep any of it. Just to sit and look through everything would be heaven. You are so fortunate to be able to do this in the houses you decide to purchase and restore. The treasure are those little unexpected things you find along the way! This house seems to be full of things like that. :) Thank you for sharing the video. I may never have the chance to do that in a house, but it's nice I can share that hunt with you through the video's you share!

[@OurRestorationNation]

If you haven’t watch our video on treasures we’ve found you’ll have to.

[@denisea871]

@@OurRestorationNation I will look for it! Thank you!

[@christinamcalpine251]

Oh my gosh I want this house! Its my dream Victorian home! Thank you for taking us along on this tour

[@nokesbob2256]

Could be a beautiful place, restored. Looks like an attorney lived there, with the books we saw. Such a waste of books. Thank you for sharing. What always makes me sad, is seeing the old photographs and personal stuff left to rot. This usually means the last of the family line died and no one cares about their history so it just fades into oblivion. I guess we are all headed that way. But seeing it in these old abandoned houses, really brings is close.

[@TazTaryn37]

What a gorgeous place! I sure hope somebody restores it. This video was fun but I would also love your commentary on whatever history you can find Laine!

[@sharonmohon3275]

Whoever built the beautiful home must have been very wealthy to have put so many fantastic embellishments in it. Obviously it was used at one time as a law office. A very outstandingly gorgeous place. I hope some one buys it and brings it back to its former glory.

[@jojohns1949]

The only thing creepy is the music in the video Everything else looks like master craftsmanship

[@sacredlovetarot1971]

Then I could only imagine you used your free will & turned down the volume and enjoyed? 😊

[@TheMissnola]

Laine this is such a beautiful home. I hope you and Kevin get to own because I know you two will get it back to it's glory. Also I know you've named this house. Can't wait to find out what.

[@susanbudd4892]

What happened to the people? What happened to the plaster and the mantles? Please tell me that someone is going to rescue this beautiful house.

[@loritanner4478]

Alot of old houses didn't have plaster on the walls. They had shiplap and they put fabric backed wallpaper over that. It has been on so long and with no heat. It has started to come off as it rots. My house has this type of wallpaper over shiplap under our sheetrock that was put over it in the 50's when it was remodeled. I live in a 1916 farmhouse. And this house it just a bigger fancier version of my house. Except my house needed more work than this one looks like it needs. Someone needs to save it. Now!

[@d4ever649]

She has another video on this house.

[@sherylchapman4168]

I love the idea of turning the parlor into a library. Lots of potential in this house. Beautiful house! It was an attorneys home and or office, going from the titles of the books on the shelves.

[@larynOneka8080]

This home is beautiful!

[@IamSquirrel]

My maternal great grandparents had a Queen Anne Victorian. Actually they owned 2 in their lives. That home is to die for AND I love the way you presented it. Your channel and Saveafox are my favorite. Keep up the good work. Your videos make me smile.😉

[@mamab4211]

As I’ve mentioned before, I’m a new sub and currently watching older videos, this home is so amazing! 💞

[@Granny2470]

Absolutely GORGEOUS! There was a ton of orbs by the books and closet upstairs... I hope y’all buy this place and turn it into a b&b!! Thank you for the tour!

[@barbaraness4507]

1:39 Yes, I do! It’s beauty and suspense is luring me inside.

[@kimtaylor7716]

I so enjoy your channel. The houses are amazing and your enthusiasm is infectious. I’ve toured the Hay House and intend on touring more of your treasures. Thanks for keeping me company daily while I have my morning coffee. 😊

[@elaineburch5397]

Lovely old home. The secrets they all hold And Those doors look like tiger maple

[@Snagrashable]

This is beautiful! I’d love to go through all the things still inside! Then cleaning it up to find hidden gems from the house itself!

[@ohsochristyful]

This video is actually very calming.

[@kathywilder3272]

this house takes my breath away but i dont know why .. im so mesermized

[@carlyherbert]

Omg what a “tray-sure” trove!!!! 😍 That is such a gorgeous house for so many reasons! Thank you for taking us along on a tour! ❤️

[@sunflowerlady1810]

Just lovely, hope you get to restore it.

[@sacredlovetarot1971]

People complaining about the music? Turn down the volume!!! Common sense People complaining laine gave no info, get over to her Instagram page and get an update lol Just enjoy the house yall!!!! Laine and Kevin are not obligated to share this journey with us!!! This is coming to you free of charge!!! Stop bitching and ENJOY

[@OurRestorationNation]

Thank you!!

[@1212Ls]

👏👏👏👏❤❤❤❤

[@deborahmatatall]

What a wonderful house! I have so many questions! Why was the refrigerator not as old as the other things in the house? Are the walls shiplap? Was that canvas hanging all over? Are you bidding on this one? She is beautiful, even in her dirt and dust. I really enjoyed the way you did this video! Thank you for sharing her with us.💖

[@larriettausa]

Beautiful presentation. Like looking with my own eyes as I wander throughout each room

[@donnaleach8119]

I LOVE going through old houses! Thank you!

[@donaldcurtis9229]

The unpainted woodwork is stunning

[@clairebrittain3511]

The glass... The wood.... Stunning! 😍

[@aliciabruce3330]

Nice to see you having fun and being creative in your presentation. That was fun for me to watch! Great job! I love the way you show the details. Everything now a days is plain and boring with no details. Great job!

[@marilanderos977]

Love the house it should definitely be restored. Love the way you did the video too. The music gives it an atmosphere. Love the unusual eood carvings they’re beautiful

[@timemachine7026]

Thank you for this fun video! ❤️ You just added another layer of creativity to your repertoire!

[@daniellekeohokapu4969]

Love when you do Urbenex...of all the persons to do you are the best to know where these mansions are hidden. Pls don't stop doing. Gave me chills when I heard "hurry back" lol...

[@debraboyea7776]

What a feeling of dejavu!! Would love to see some of the old books!