I bought a house in Tuscany during the pandemic! (and now I’m finally here), Episode 1

WATCH me getting stuck in with the renovations of my little Italian house: • RENOVATING My Little I...
I bought a house in Italy during the pandemic! And I managed a quick visit in between lockdowns to get the keys and make it officially mine. Lots of renovations to do, furniture to buy and Italian food to cook but until then, here’s a re-cap of my week in Italy where I stay in my house for the first time.
My cute, little house is in Tuscany in a cute, little town called Fivizzano. I bought here because the views are extraordinary with the Apennines mountains as my backdrop, along with the sounds of the church bells as my playlist and the beach and sea only 30 minutes away.

[@AmericanViscountess]

WATCH me getting stuck in with the renovations of my little Italian house: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6Wqm3aQad9ql9E

[@flower-uw1hm]

If this was my house - I would leave the gingham curtains on the shelves in the kitchen but take the gingham curtain off the sink cupboard and replace the one bowl sink with a double bowl sink. Leaving the gingham curtains will help it look authentic Italian. The kitchen is big enough to allow space for double bowl sink. I would also install a wood stove that you can cook on, but as this will be airbnb rental you might want to leave out the woodstove. As not everyone knows how to deal with a wood stove that you can cook on. A wood stove that you can cook is very authentic Italian. I 100% Italian, so I feel I can say what is authentic Italian.

[@flower-uw1hm]

You have a nice querky Italian house. I would love to be in your shoes, but I have other responsibilities.

[@gloriabowie5629]

That big house and it only has two bedrooms,don't like the checkerboard curtains and definitely not a wood burning stove,so glad i live in America.

[@lindamurray5503]

I love this! Since I lived in Germany as a teenager, I always wanted to visit Italy. Now we want to move there!

[@lindajohnson2149]

Thanks for sharing, Julie. It reminds me of my college summer abroad learning German. We stayed a few weeks with host families in a quant town and traveled throughout Europe including Italy and visited several old churches, castles, museums, etc. I wished I could've shared the experiences first-hand with my hubby and each of my now adult kids. Oh to live that simpler and slower way! Enjoy fully and be safe!

[@Money_Man55]

im so jealous of that street. there are very few cars, no motorbikes, no asphalt, no loud sounds, no large apartment. its so nice, its like going back in time

[@SamueleManfrin]

It's so amazing to see how foreign people, Americans in particular, are so excited for items that are part of our daily life: wooden pins (!), walls with visible stones (!!), coffee and cornetto, and the... sound of bells. Not mentioning the tagliatelle (but in Tuscany we have "pappardelle"), the size of the servings, and the rosé wine, absolutely not Tuscan at all: we have instead a great tradition of precious, valuable and... tasty red wines :) I'm sure that you'll learn quickly a lot of our culture, customs and traditions. Also that... Italian people don't care about talking softly when on the terrace... :D Anyway, welcome to Italy.

[@GreenOval_Adventurers]

wooden pins ( roilling pins ), visible stone walls, coffee well tea

[@SamueleManfrin]

@@GreenOval_Adventurers LOL I love Ireland too... except for the temperatures and the lack of sun :*

[@lpmoron6258]

Nice! I love old clothespins. I but at yard sales flea markets and auctions. Can you get good quality ones there?

[@marieneu264]

This is a DREAM to me!!!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you! and be sure to subscribe to my new Julie In Italy channel - it's free! of course! youtube.com/@julieinitaly?si=ITqw6d_8fqYHXe38

[@Walescarp]

I would like to suggest that you don’t get rid of the door on the first floor. You mentioned converting it to a window, but what happens when you decide you need new mattresses or other furniture to go upstairs? You won’t be able to turn that corner... you will need that door.

[@marleylab51]

That was the reason most probably why that door exists!

[@kayjay2588]

Yes! A door that looks, and acts, like an insulated window would be so convenient!

[@sandraadams7913]

I agree!! She needs that door.

[@katherinekatherine8512]

Also, a second exit in case of fire.

[@janetcarrier313]

I agree, There is good reason for why things in older structures are built the way that they are. I have restored 2 antique homes and have found that to be true. Leaving the home the way it is, except for basic cosmetics, is the best choice most of the time.

[@DadInTaiwan]

Even the most mundane things become exciting when you first move to a foreign country! Your enthusiasm for simple things like buying new clothes pins and starting your new adventure in Italy is awesome, and mirrors my excitement when I moved to Taiwan 13 years ago. I love your new house and have now subscribed. I hope you continue to update us on your home and life in Fivizzano. (I have a high school pen pal who lives about 200km south in Piombino, Livorno whom I visited in 1982, so I understand the absolute charm of small Italian towns. We still keep in touch and I hope to visit him when Covid dies down)

[@karenzirk6800]

Heaven is the smell of Sheets dried on the clothes line in the clean crisp breeze.

[@carringtonlefayette8644]

I concur with your sentiment 100%. My sheets dried on the line today in the sun and the breeze. I then ironed them with lavender water. My idea of heaven is to strip the bed and wash and dry in the same day back on the bed. Australia.

[@alimo1611]

it depends on what detergents have been used some are diabolic chemical bombs

[@55kawa]

@@alimo1611 Best wasched in eco chestnut shells.

[@maily8388]

@@carringtonlefayette8644 Absolutely, I missed hanging laundry in the sun In Australia. I am in California now for 36 years, the sun In California is perfect for hanging laundry.

[@vjc4964]

I’m hanging my laundry outside during the spring and summer🌞 rarely using dryer because I’m from Europe 💁‍♀️greetings from 🇨🇦 🙋‍♀️beautiful 🏠👌

[@AnneMB955]

It’s wonderful when the simple things in life can excite us. Looking fwd to see how all this develops.

[@tomasreznicek]

Simple things in life… you mean buying a house in Italy?

[@user9xyz836]

Simple? Is it simple to buy a house in Italy?

[@lpmoron6258]

@@tomasreznicek buying clothespins and hanging laundry!

[@jeannastephen283]

If anyone wants to see an enterprising and more rustic life, see "Wild She Goes," by a woman living in the Veneto area. The KZbin video maker makes her own furniture and is building all her own improvements to her house. She has wonderful mountain views.

[@mimis-girls7935]

I love Marina, I have watched her for years and bought some jewelry from her. The jewelry was gorgeous!

[@LaureninGermany]

Yay! I have been following Marina since Pam the Van and she’s amazing.

[@rrl4245]

Just a thought. That 'extra door' by the stairway will allow you to move things up the stairs, like beds and assorted furniture, straight from the outside. Else, that difficult angle and the small opening between the main door, and the stairs may prove impossible to use.

[@AmericanViscountess]

Yes need to think hard about that

[@Mmagus]

My thought exactly

[@nikij.6058]

Also extra fire escape!

[@Lauren-ci6uv]

Yes, we had a similar situation in our home and we took the door out, turns out it would have been pretty useful, but in this situation it is probably not only useful but completely necessary.

[@bearin29]

@@AmericanViscountess Plus, since your address is probably registered to that door, changing your address to a different door or street name or number is much more laborsome than you may think. Then, you would have to change all of the utilities registered to that address, and getting it changed on the village map, the provincia map, the region map may come back to create challenges years down the road. Been there, done that.

[@donajean33]

I lived in Portugal, Italy & Spain & it was amazing! The slow life allowed us to make the most of every day. We took lots of walks in the countryside, sat and enjoyed cafes, the food, the people, the shopping and food markets. Europeans really know how to live. I miss it so much. Hope you settle in and love it too!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you so much!

[@larryevans5193]

not very productive

[@MsMesem]

@@larryevans5193 ? by what measure

[@angelfirelite]

Sad to say, with all this stuff going on now in the world, not much to enjoy anymore!

[@MsMesem]

@@angelfirelite Not true!

[@injuredbird3557]

Seeing someone like you, living the life I want and Im working towards makes it all worth it. One day I will Eat, Pray and love again 🙏💖

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you! and be sure to subscribe to my new Julie In Italy channel - it's free! of course! youtube.com/@julieinitaly?si=ITqw6d_8fqYHXe38

[@Blessed-2-b-a-Hembree]

I love Italy especially Naples. I lived there for 3 years when my husband was stationed in the military. I left my heart there with the city and the people. I’ve always wanted to move back but health has prevented that. My heart breaks for it. So many good memories.

[@travelbug8244]

I'm a Midwestern guy that lives in a small town in Missouri. I've been planning on moving to Italy for two years now. I've had some unexpected set backs but I'll keep working hard to make this move happen. This video makes me happy and I than you for bringing us along Julie. The church bell ending was a dream.

[@MsMesem]

Have a Friend from Missouri here; he is homeless ; Matthieu. Hope to bé able to help him out soon.

[@67italiana]

I wish you a very good luck! Arrivederci.

[@Prattyandfood]

On behalf of everyone with a similar dream: I hope you do it! Sending you the best vibes and hugs. You got this! 😭❤️

[@travelbug8244]

@@Prattyandfood Thank you very much. It will be difficult with everything that's happening around us all but I'll work hard and still enjoy life regardless of what happens 🎉👌

[@lindajohnson2149]

Please share how much money is necessary to make it happen... AND what's needed to live off of there?

[@msjo9649]

"siesta time" is something the U.S. should adopt instead of working 18 damn hours a day, eating junk for meals in 5 minutes and getting underpaid

[@Gee4747]

Just move to Scotland

[@panosa7789]

It would make sense in the South. If you did it in the North you’d be throwing away too many hours of sunlight.

[@jojolady95]

I was aware you guys overwork but I'm French and when I heard you guys don't even have sickness leave and mandatory paid vacation leave (as a law) I was SHOOK. It just feels sooo wrong and exploitative.

[@Gee4747]

@@jojolady95 indeed , that’s why I stay in Scotland . My grandmother lived Lake Michigan . My aunts in a few places in states , they would say come on over and stay US . I said no way ho sai

[@listay1]

We do it in the Pacific too. Afternoon siesta for the win.

[@vivianliu1950]

I live in Washington state and I hang my clothes on a clothing line in my yard everyday with the exact same wooden clothes pins. Actually got them from the dollar tree. I love seeing my vintage silk dresses flowing in the wind on the clothing line. Still so exciting!

[@gloriabowie5629]

Most places in the United Ststes Prohibit you from hanging clothes on the line,they consider it an eye shore.

[@sharonsmilesphotography5553]

@@gloriabowie5629 That is not true for most places, however in an HOA I can see that rule.

[@trenaconway7111]

@@gloriabowie5629 Who told you that? That is not true at all.

[@jimrutherford2773]

One of the things I like about the house is in the inside when they stuccoed the walls they left "windows" showing the original walls of brick or rock work to admire. This has been very popular in the past three decades. They do this for floors as well like in bars or restaurants will have sections of glass floors showing under the modern restaurant there are medieval or Roman ruins all lit up so one can see them. Those walls may be 600 or 700 years old in your house.

[@KandeShack]

I’ve always wanted to live in Tuscany ever since I saw the movie Under the Tuscan Sun!

[@darlenechandler2403]

Me too, loved that movie.

[@karinevahofbauer5960]

I also ....was also my dream 🌞💬🕊🙏🌺🌺🌺🌺

[@moniquegin8444]

Do it

[@happytraveller8953]

@@moniquegin8444 would love to; pesky little thing called lack of funds makes moving house and country a bit difficult...but generally, I agree with you---life is too short: do it!

[@sts6388]

Same for me. Loved that film.

[@veraanderson5480]

I love how excited Julie is to see and learn new things. She is so genuine. Sending much love and best wishes from 🇨🇦

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you so much!!!

[@sue1699]

I think she has the energy of ten people. I wonder if it's the yoga.

[@tomasreznicek]

@@sue1699 i wonder if its unstable personality that keeps her do something all the time

[@anitabhasker5330]

Omg! How wonderful is this!!! My oldest daughter visited Italy in 2009 (age 17) and has been so in love with the country and her people! She been back every year since then until the pandemic hit. She always tells us if I ever disappear you will find me somewhere in Italy in a fixer upper in a small town set in a similar location! Now she is engaged to a wonderful young man who also shares her dream! He quit his investment banking job to pursue his passion cooking, and she is in HR for a major hospital here in the US. I am so glad I stumbled upon your video and am so in love with all your renovation process. Shared this with my daughter and know she too will be following your journey so much to see and learn from your journey. Love it and love how you present the whole process!

[@user-yv8cn3ot4g]

The bells tolling is the most beautiful sound.

[@carliec8362]

This is going to be so fun to follow! You’re living out a lot of people’s dreams 😍 I especially love your appreciation for the little/simple things. Best of luck on your renovation journey!

[@marjoried.finlay1772]

Would love to air bnb this place when travelling from Canada is allowed

[@antoinettechuffa4982]

Her happiness was so contagious and real, Julie seems like a 😍 beautiful lady!!

[@angelfirelite]

Maybe her dreams not mine....this place is a dump and right in the city yet! No yard or pasture, trees, nothing but an old decrepard old old home where many families lived, so much energy from too many people who came through, many generations and to absorb all that would be too much. That is why I love new sprawled out new ranch style homes in the countryside, no neighbors for a few miles!

[@antonellabassi3466]

Italian here-beware of leaving those canes chairs outside on the terrace, the caning will rot. Also, the tray is paper pulp, do not get it wet and put trivets/coasters under the teapot/cups. Ok, back to finish watching the vid!

[@bluewaterpines2santarosabe398]

Antonella....I have never seen such craziness. American in Italy.

[@wendyannh]

Yup! We call the material the tray is made of paper mâché.

[@charlie1567]

If she is good with crafts etc. give it a new coating or the rough, vintage style. But agree as I inherited my grandparents trays and had to give a new coating as the original surface is not water proof and every (especially red vine) stain show. If you want to go fancy , cover the bottom with material like velvet.

[@violaguidetti1926]

Yep, as an italian i can confirm. Those chairs are hand made for sure and are not meant for the outside, quite the contrary.

[@genxx2724]

@@bluewaterpines2santarosabe398 I’m an American in Los Angeles and I’m laughing. She needs a lot more clothespins, and they’re kept in a bucket inside the house, not out on display on the clothesline, getting ruined by the sun. Shanking my head . . .

[@mariariveraheathlmft6617]

I love that you're loving every drop Italia has to offer!! Enjoying your journey

[@lindylindybasicoceangirl]

….you know someone is excited when you hear “…and these are my clothespins”…passion for life is everything 🤍

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you! and be sure to subscribe to my new Julie In Italy channel - it's free! of course! youtube.com/@julieinitaly?si=ITqw6d_8fqYHXe38

[@KaterinaKostaki]

Congrats🎉🥳👏 Just a note, in Greece we hung washed clothes many times in a day all seasons. It happens to do laundry more than three times a day and in winter it's harder to have clothes dried. So we use an additional hunging instrument. Also I would recommend not to close the second entrance. You will need it and I see it's a great iron gate that's really good. Your house is similar to many traditional houses in Greece especially in provence. In winter is cold rainy and snows a lot and summer is extremely hot. A big umbrella will be necessary in the terrace.

[@msernesi]

In Tuscany normally does not snow in winter, unless you are high up on the mountains, but even there not every year happens.

[@gailordroberts]

Yes to the umbrella. And maybe some grape vines, potted herbs?

[@gracielaloughridge5054]

I moved to Tuscany two years ago, the first time my kids came to visit they were in shock to see my laundry hanging from the balcony and the clothesline. I love the simple and slow life.

[@angelaberni8873]

Sounds perfectly normal to me.

[@fionalowe1907]

Sounds normal to me too - what else are you supposed to do?

[@fionalowe1907]

@Kate Weisenborn we have dryers too. But when the sun shines it’s so nice to hang your clothes out - something so nice about it.

[@angelaberni8873]

@@fionalowe1907 and saves on electricity !!

[@angelaberni8873]

@Kate Weisenborn what a waste of electricity. All extra expense. I can understand though for people who don't have any outside space or are always in a mad rush🤗

[@joroberson4084]

I'ld keep that furniture in the sitting room and just recover the cushions. It fits the style of the house, it's a lovely house!

[@angelfirelite]

I figured the same about the furniture as for the house, ehh!

[@luminescence7584]

Not bad advice. Its ok to make do. Cushions and a cover could suffice for now. It feels you are so excited that it is change change change. Maybe just sit for a while. I do love your excitement though. I could bottle it.

[@MelanieSaedi]

I really love how authentically excited you are for your new house :-)

[@Tbaby12173]

Lovely. Keep the second door entrance. In case of an emergency, you want multiple ways to exit the home. Congrats 🍾🎉🎈🎊

[@angelfirelite]

True....only a fool would think otherwise!

[@AhlaamAliTransformation]

This is amazing. I am going along the route of adopting the simple life from London to Dubai for 18 years and now to travel for a year. I have been thinking of buying something in Spain or Italy. I would love to visit you as u said u are doing AIR BnB. Exciting!

[@simonemartinez9927]

I think two doors are for fire safety. About 10 years ago I bought a condo that had the main entrance plus a side door. We weren’t allowed to remove the side door as per fire code. So check before you remove it. The house is beautiful. I wish you much joy and happiness in your new home

[@linnaedemartini772]

My great grandmother was from Fivizzano; she moved to San Francisco when she was 19. My family and I visited the town 8 years ago. We ate lunch at a cafe on the square (which I saw on your video) and walked around for about an hour before we headed off to the next destination. I have always wanted to go back and spend more time there. Perhaps we can rent your lovely house next time:)

[@AmericanViscountess]

Wonderful!!!! Amazing to read this and yes please do come and Airbnb it when all finished xx

[@jenjem5810]

This, was perhaps my first introduction to you... The sheer joy at hanging out the laundry. I thought you were thirties- Tops. Then found your wedding, the heirloom Tiara, realized you have FOUR children, and run quite a complex operation at Mappertom. You energize everyone around you. Bless🙏all your endeavors. To have met you excitedly running upstairs to hang your landry... has been delightful. I grew up in Central America, with a rooftop terrace. We hung our clothes up there. Your excitement at buying the Best clothespins, So celebrational .... To run the Dishwasher for first time. I get you. A used German DW was part of my kitchen reno. Habitat for humanity,my source for solid oak cabinets ($600 for15 pieces) that 'sold' My kitchen at first showing. I get your joy; in simple things appliance salvage lots. May it be a solid success when ready to rent out. It's your little cubby, Tiny rooftop haven, Home away from the sprawling grounds at Mapperton 🏰

[@annetteedel8110]

Thank you for the info. She is absolutely darling and I am so excited for her. (and her clothes pins) 💖 I definitely subscribed!

[@latinaalma1947]

I have terraces all over my house in Cdntral America...it was a simple 2 story house...teja roor no terrace. That was such a shame in this year rou d string climate. We added a 2 stroey addition on the side then a larer covered terrace first floor , the cover became an enormous 2nd level terrace and then we put a small third floor terrace with teja roof over part of the thrid floor for active volcano viewing on one side of the house. We actualay sit on the side of the falda of volcan Agua two other volcanos in the distance...at night we can see the eruptions in winter...why enter I dont know....I am in heaven.

[@MichelleVisageOnlyFans]

OMG! You hanging the laundry at the beginning made me laugh so hard! I am sorry but that was a comedic gold, albeit unintended. I am definitely laughing with you here! The moldered away clothespins exposed to the elements out there on the terrace for who knows how many years, if not decades gave me proper hysterics! Like you wanna do the first proper Italian thing and everything you touch so far blows up in your hands or on you, like the electricity. LOL! Anyway, it is absolutely marvelous what you are doing and I wish you good luck. I have been looking at houses in Italy, too. And I commend you for actually making the move and following through with it. Brava!!! The side street door to the house that connect your staircase straight to the bedrooms upstairs looks super convenient to me as you don't have to leave or enter the house through the main door only all the time. Sometimes you just wanna slip out the back for a quick shopping strip or whatever. It serves as a fare escape, too, as I see it, cos It looks like quite a hazard to have just one escape rout out of the house in case of fire. Also moving stuff upstairs like bigger pieces of furniture would be virtually impossible if you turned that door into a window. Just change the door from the ugly 80's metal and glass abomination into an ancient replica wooden door with maybe a half glass window in the top of the door for a day light to come in onto the staircase? That's what I would do. Also love your energy and excitement from building something new. You definitely are taking us on the journey with you and I thank you for that. It is very exciting to watch you make progress! Peace!

[@Gee4747]

A hint , chilled wine hold by the stem . ( so your hand don’t warm the glass . Red wine hold the glass to slightly warm air red . To make the flavour zing

[@stevenbarton5949]

I just hold mine inverted

[@ttp436]

Julie you are so cute. I love your energy. I wish you the best of luck and lots of good health and happiness. Enjoy your beautiful home and Tuscany!

[@annetteedel8110]

Juluet, you are so darling. I wish you so many blessings in your new home. Love Italy This soon to be 80 Nona would love to visit some day.

[@juliet3827]

I understand your happiness. That large, sunny, tiled terrace overlooking a church is wonderful. Imagine sitting there drinking coffee and writing or reading or whatever. And it's so quiet.

[@lyndamcdon]

Chicago girl here, I would LOVE to visit! All of you women are so humble and welcoming! I am excited for you. Thanks for your positive energy and inviting us all to Italy!!

[@ceciliasims7374]

I think I find you so enchanting because you know how to make it real, you have great humor, you don’t take yourself too seriously but you are obviously a serious and accomplished person nonetheless. Love you Julie!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you so much!

[@joettelucco8107]

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[@francescanardini3155]

As an Italian, hearing you often repeat relax, relaxing , makes me wonder what stresses you out in America (or England), what kind of life have you been living so far? I'm lovingly smiling at you, that consider to hang a laundry a relaxing thing. . If you did 16 a weekend, would you be equally relaxed? 😊 Funny life... I must admit that watching you so happy to be in a place which the Italians left (indigence,mostly, has struck hard our little towns for so many years) makes you think.... A very warm Welcome to people so genuine enthusiastic😊, a real gift. Welcome.

[@MsMesem]

Strange, yes when living in a beautiful rural part of England.

[@angelagalloway5486]

She is American not English we English hang our washing outside in our gardens the Americans tend to use dryers.

[@MsMesem]

@@angelagalloway5486 Very true; also love AC and enormous refrigerators. This is how people survive in Texas and Florida. US white ware is something to behold!

[@MsMesem]

@diaper don I've always been aware of how startlingly US society varies from state to state, town to town. Blanket statements mean nothing. Telling anyone to cover their face in public should be a punishable offence.

[@MsMesem]

@@oregonstrong1080 Oh dear, you believed and obviously still believe the BS. A good friend of Fauci I suppose?

[@laurac8659]

You are so fortunate, thank you for sharing! ❤️

[@cassieo4337]

What a treat! I enjoy watching you explore the great British Estates and now can follow your exploration of Tuscany and its culture as well. You are living the dream, thanks for sharing it with us all.

[@lesliereynolds4492]

I remember using clothespins when I was little but we always put them in a cloth bag when we removed the clothes so they wouldn’t rot in the sun. They last a lot longer. Love your vlog and I’m subscribing.

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you so much!

[@patriziapreite8875]

Is this not funny about us people.....we grew up in our parents country but in time we have grown fond of another country.....like me I was born in Italy but lived in England for 30 years and in India for over 25.....now I am back in my own country and I do not feel I want to stay here .......so looking forward to retire abroad 😊

[@jolandaerasmus8447]

@diaper don i use them for every baggie I have to seal. WShing powder sweets even my 10 kg potato bag

[@ruthmccord6313]

I still hang my wash. It's quicker, no ironing, smells heavenly and saves energy. What's not to love

[@pksmith1275]

@@AmericanViscountess I love your enthusiasm. You are living a dream. You are so down to earth especially when you got excited about buying the clothespins. That made me smile:) Never lose who you are.

[@jeffreyskinner7167]

This reminds me of when my family bought their villa in Vieques in the Caribbean you are glowing you look so happy you will make lots of memories there.🙏

[@jeffreyskinner7167]

Thank you Mz Julie for the beautiful ❤️🇨🇦

[@Lea-rb9nc]

When I bought my house in France, I had issues with electricity due to money owed by the previous owner. I do understand. I hope you enjoy your new home as much as I adore my little village.

[@hilahead6898]

Oh Lordy, you are fabulous!!! Congratulations on making it happen.

[@aash67]

Love the energy when you two are together, could watch you guys for hours

[@allsorts4041]

Julie it’s fantastic! Love it! I too bought a property during the pandemic. Initially to rent out then I moved in and sold my old condo!

[@jvsaints3028]

You will love, love, love making your own pasta. I started over 35 years ago and taught myself. Initially, I used the wrong flour and it would not stay together. I ended up in tears hours later. Finally just threw regular flour in and it worked great. Trial and error. Not sure if I make it correctly or not. Does not matter....it's wonderful.

[@janetcorey5102]

I love your excitement and finding happiness in the little things in life

[@mynizkatz7465]

Beautiful town. So antiquated outside and yet quite modern inside. Glad I can visit virtually just like Mapperton 😃 Thank You!

[@nataliebrunet9905]

Love it!!!!

[@entropyfan5714]

That odd door would be quite useful when moving furniture in & out of the upstairs; maybe think twice about ditching it.

[@littlewingedzebra]

and for fire safety!

[@elizabeth-tl9pv]

Nooooo why tear down history to put fuleey thing in??? Shame!

[@connievalencia7233]

I so agree about keeping the door. I see when it come to moving furniture, remodeling... Congratulations on your beautiful home.

[@angelfirelite]

@@elizabeth-tl9pv ....I know huh!

[@WillChil466]

So..get a glass door.

[@CLEASWORLD]

Una casa bellissima! It's good to see how excited you are about little things we take for granted... Italy is a beautiful place. Congratulations!

[@pattimessenger6214]

This is quite charming! What fun you must be having Julie! Shopping for antiques in those amazing shops, to furnish and decorate your sweet Tuscan house! The house looks to be in great shape, structurally. You are one busy lady! And a hard working lady!

[@claudiaschoonover9880]

This so delightful and a dream of mine to live in Italy. Can’t wait to see the progress!

[@bettyvann5499]

Having the extra door will come in handy moving large furniture up those stairs.....love the house.

[@rosalindaoliva1299]

Your house is so beautiful , I love the small town it looks like a dream house 🏠

[@pixieannclarke]

Julie, thank you for making me dream and hope again. I love it! Keep making more videos and please let us know areas where we can take vacations in your little town.

[@jude1515]

I love the cement treatment above the stone on the outside of your house. The stone looks great also. I can imagine a pretty flower box hanging from the windows.

[@KirstenJoerg]

We love it, huge congratulations! The kitchen is such a great space, we would probably spend all day in there. Kirsten & Joerg xx

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you!!!! Loved your last Newby Hall film. One of my favs!

[@sjt609]

@@AmericanViscountess I agree, the last two KZbin vlogs at *KIRSTEN and JOERG* were extra special. They're all great but having movie clips dispersed in the vlog brought everything to life. So enjoyable ❣️

[@kimmurphy6864]

Hi my 2 KZbin friends 👋. Glad to see you here too 💕

[@nhdawgrooma]

YES!

[@floradimtsis6426]

Oh what joy! This is no doubt an absolute amazing adventure. Enjoy 👏👍

[@vikkih5184]

Oh I can feel your excitement in starting your new life!!! So exciting! I did the same thing in Mexico, in Yucatan! Been here 12 years! Good luck and have fun!!!!!!!

[@blondeenigma3882]

I noticed you were going to hang out that t-shirt by the shoulders. Never do that or you'll get little ' peg bumps ' in the shoulder area which will spoil the look. Remember - you hang tops at the bottom, and bottoms at the top. So all your upper body clothing hang at the bottom hem, and anything with a waistband you put the pegs on those ! Just a tip from a seasoned line dryer of many years standing. Love the terrace area !

[@sdeee3842]

Yes lm particular about hanging too! Just come back from lunch at Aston Marina with the girls and hubby bless hung out the clothes… bless him! l re did the hanging while he was washing the cars 🤪

[@tinasteer2507]

@@sdeee3842 I hang all tops on hangers and never fold washing over the line. I flat peg everything else as they dry faster. For example sheets are hung by hems using 2 line strands.

[@maryronan9758]

Thanks!👍🏼

[@marjoriejohnson6535]

I used to hang shirts on hangers with a dry towel under to speed drying and to minimallize ironing.

[@gonzo3954]

That's how my Gramma taught me to hang laundry.

[@neeko4676]

How exciting! I'm a Midwestern girl too. I can't wait to see more of your Italian adventures!

[@AmericanViscountess]

More to come!

[@susenjustesen7959]

Very Happy for you , hope you have a wonderful time in your new home town

[@alenka1611]

I’m so glad for you! Good luck!!!

[@happycook6737]

Leave the door. I agree with others that in moving furniture upstairs, the door is important.

[@monicack523]

Can you slow down your “panning”. You want your subscribers to actually see the views, and your camera work is as fast as your talking…lol ! Very exciting ! Will you be showing us all the progression of all the reno’s ?

[@AmericanViscountess]

Yes will do! Thanks for this tip!

[@margaretwickert7725]

Oh yes, panning/swinging the camera is problematic to folks who get motion sick easily. Will have to wait until your videography improves🙂

[@Fitzomania1234]

I agree. Please slow down the paining a bit so we have a chance to see everything. Love the contents though and love watching everything you’re doing!

[@alphaaquisitions706]

Hi Julie, to counteract the panning/swinging of your phone camera, you may want to get a OSMO Mobile Combo. It keeps your movements steady whilst filming and avoids the motion sickness. A great gizmo ! You’ll see how it all looks very smooth and steady. I bought mine recently on special for $199 NZD. Can you please get into detail about the price for this real estate and all other legal fees? That would be super helpful for us normal mortals with a normal income. 😂 thanks in advance and all the best 🙏

[@megflat2981]

Slow down and enjoy simple life!

[@tertutt]

I love this! Beautiful! Quiet,peaceful.

[@GardenBerry1]

OMG! I can’t believe this. Love it!

[@VintageLPs]

When you filmed from high at the castle, it brought back 10 years of visiting my son and family in a little town in Germany including castle, river and houses far down in the valley. Very nostalgic. I wish I had half your energy. Thanks for the beautiful vlog and the fun lesson in making pasta! It looked delicious.

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thanks for sharing!

[@joannedobie765]

Adorable thank you for bringing us along . Can’t wait to see more espoides

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thanks for watching! Lots more to come!

[@melissaphillips3088]

Can’t wait to see your house finished Julie . It is wonderful. Beautiful area and views. 💕

[@bettycesky4947]

I am going to live vicariously through you. I love Italy. Grandparents were from Calabria. Been to Italy twice. This is so much fun……. glad I found you. Grazie❣️

[@Isadorka1]

An absolutely fabulous house in the middle of town!! The terrace is definitely the reason I would want it. Good luck to you!!

[@maricarbo]

Don’t get rid of the furniture it is lovely and wood!

[@carossetti]

Thank you for sharing the experience and the dream that’s been fulfilled, with us 🙌

[@soniatriana9091]

Ok - I saw by this video right after it became available on KZbin, & I just watched it again👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻! It’s a very entertaining & super enjoyable & relaxing video to watch often! It’s such a pleasure to see Julie in her authentic self reveal her joyous wonderment of the wonderful experiences she in having in Italy! Barbara is equally fantastic, what a winning pair they are!! I hope they continue to create videos for us!! 🥰💕🙃😊

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you! I'll still be doing Italy renovation videos here on the channel too. :-)

[@gunnshell]

I really like her. You can tell she’s gonna transition just fine in Italy, because she’s flexible about the nuances of living in another country. Best of luck!

[@tanyapowell8577]

I was mesmerized by this entire video. The beautiful quaint villages, the slow paced lifestyle, the stunning scenery.....bravo and thank you for posting.

[@barb8335]

Absolutely stunning property. The views are fabulous. Enjoy your little slice of heaven

[@soulfulcrane]

Welcome to Italy Julie, your italian is great! I hope you’ll enjoy your new home nice to have you here.

[@maureenb6095]

Oh my gosh! It’s beautiful! I’m so happy for you. Wishing you the very best with your new home! 🌸🌸

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you so much!

[@Dejavue2023]

Oh, I can't wait to see the house finished with furnishing! We love Italy.. would love to stay there! Love the church bells!

[@AmericanViscountess]

Those bells - so special!

[@tealemon4693]

This video this house these ladies this scenery the food!, is beyond fabulous, I can't even explain. I am thrilled I found this video I'm going to binge!!

[@JAkin_]

This story is INSPIRATIONAL! 💕 Brave move and humble abode! 😊 Love the large kitchen.

[@Susan.I]

Wonderful, you bought a home in a warmer country!

[@elainebrown8136]

Never heard anyone get so excited over new clothes pins!😂

[@rajdaiyu6290]

I love I love it you are so cool I love the way you are so excited about everything..... enjoy. I’m coming to visit Italy soon

[@sandraweiler5971]

I am way excited to see what you’re going to do with your lovely new place. 🌸

[@margheritacardelable]

Dear Julie, may I mention that there is no need whatsoever to whisper in Italy. Had an Italian been walking by, no matter how quiet the neighborhood or the moment, he would gave talked at any volume he happened to find convenient. Your concern over keeping a quiet voice is genuinely sweet but totally unnecessary . From an Italian in Italy.

[@fionalowe1907]

This is hilarious ❤️

[@chuckduzzie8529]

Most Italians I know don’t whisper.....

[@ottie1954]

Polite Italians DO whisper!

[@romy5774]

@@ottie1954 Si vero...Ospedali, case di riposo, biblioteche, cinema, e quando si amano ;-)))))))

[@mamabear1135]

Always good to be polite no matter what others do.

[@icesk8er]

So so so cute. All of it. The clothes pins, the new friends, new language, new house, new adventure. Love it. Thank you. Happy beautiful days to you

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you!!!

[@loribragg2947]

I love your enthusiasm for your new place! So glad to see someone happy with their new home. I am chuckling, though, over your enthusiasm for hanging laundry. I grew up on a small farm in rural Tampa Bay in the 1960s. My mother washed clothes with a very antiquated wringer washing machine and we had an enormous multi-line clothesline to accommodate laundry for 3 adults and 5 children. Hanging laundry lost ALL its charm when the tropical summer storms set in. I remember one summer it monsooned for two weeks straight, day and night. Our yard was an acre away from Memorial Highway and the water lapped five feet from the front door. People went up and down the street in motor boats. Snakes EVERYWHERE. (Their burrows were filled with water). I thought the rain would never end, and I completely understood how Noah must have felt drifting inside the ark. 😂

[@Ively-Creations]

Oh how I love your excitement & excited for you - this must have been such a beautiful, exhilarating experience when you officially arrived in your new home. It truly is heavenly!!!! ✨

[@susanbalcon7150]

So cool, I am so excited for you. Can’t wait to see more exciting renovations. Cheers from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@louise-yo7kz]

The view from the castle is superb. I love your delight at hanging clothes on the line. I grew up without a lot of amenities, so we hand washed clothing and hung on the line. Your clothes always smelled lovely. So excited for you Julie.

[@cherylputnam2395]

Lovely video, thank you so very much for sharing. Pleasant and down to earth.

[@AmericanViscountess]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@irenemathieson4229]

The house is beautiful and the location is perfect. I look forward to watching future videos as you make it your own. Blessings to you and all who enter your lovely home.

[@AmericanViscountess]

Thank you so much!

[@MsMesem]

@@AmericanViscountess But where are you, there or in the UK?

[@julietrask7497]

Midwestern girl here too, Kane County Illinois! Julie so happy for you, beautiful town.Have fun on your new adventure, how nice to have good friends to help you.🧘‍♀️

[@AmericanViscountess]

Amazing!!!!

[@lovelyshirl]

Oh, it's sooooo lovely! ❤❤❤ And then there's that terrace 😲😲😲

[@marleylab51]

I am so glad I found you. You are adorable! Thank you for doing this vblog.I am excited to watch all your episodes.