I Bought an Abandoned Property in Tasmania! 😱 It's a Mess!

[@mark-ni5fv]

Hi taddy , Mark here , ex Qld 'er now living in WARATAH on the west coast. Just a suggestion , unless you're cashed up , i wouldn't be in a rush to take everything to the dump . Those kitchen cabinets are worth a few bucks if you're not going to reuse them. I'm always looking for a 2nd hand kitchen to put in my 150 yr old miners cottage. The curtains would be the last things i would throw away as they will keep your rooms warm while you are renovating. The small sheds would be excellent for firewood storage , you can't have too much firewood in Tassie .😅 Anyway , I'm subscribed and looking forward to your reno videos . Also , that wooden table in your soon to be man cave is firewood for your wood heaters too . Good luck 👍.

[@GoldieGold356]

Exactly, those kitchen carcasses are shockingly expensive for what they are. But like you said, unless your cashed up? You can get some choice cabinet doors and hardware and make them look pretty top notch.

[@taddy83]

Thanks Mark, check out the 1 and 2 month update videos and soon to be 3 month. The old kitchen cabinets are quite water damaged unfortunately. I managed to get a great full Tas Oak kitchen that will work perfectly for $700. Will just need new benchtops.

[@mark-ni5fv]

@@taddy83 BARGAIN ! 👍👌

[@rubyhucker8151]

This is awesome wish I was living in TAS. Wish I was there so I could just help you. Love this kind of thing. Awesome wishing you all the best

[@MrJDoe]

​No you don't. If you undertake such a thing. Have a plan B. So, so many " mainlanders" do this and last about 3 to 7 years before going back to reality. It doesn't have astronomical suicide rates for nothing. I personally know around 9 , including my older brother. It is the oppressive state in many ways. Hillbilly boys club in gruberment do what they want. ​@@rubyhucker8151

[@christinewinner6425]

If you have your phone on the side instead of straight up you will get a full picture.

[@christinewinner6425]

Welcome to Tasmania the land of the free. I bet you got that for a song. Looking forward to watching the transformation.

[@serenepeacefulrelaxingmusi3874]

So much potential! 😀 Mow and whipper snipper it first. Sell the items you don't want. Use the cash to put towards what you do want. Power clean home, and install kitchen, plumbing, and get all the electrical wiring checked at least, replaced is better. Install all safety appliances - smoke alarms, etc. Don't forget to enjoy the view in a good chair on that veranda on your breaks. 😀 Shift that water tank to where you want it, and see if you think you could use another one. Wow! Orchard and veggie garden with reticulation. Chickens and environmentally friendly lawnmowers of your choice. Out sheds are brilliant for filling up with wood/ winter feed for livestock being invaluable for the cold weather. Take your time. Be careful. Don't strain your back; it's not a crane. Use a trolley, lift with your legs, not your back. Eat good food and enjoy good music. Early to bed and early to rise. Welcome that sunrise each day. You'll make that place your castle and enjoy it more every day. All the best. 😀

[@taddy83]

Thanks, i already have titanium parts in my back so i am very very cautious. Check out the 1 and 2 month update videos to see what has been done already.

[@jimmcfee3488]

@@taddy83 yers, I have had three major surgeries on my back, I can do most things but have to pace myself.

[@kathykraut4491]

Sheds could be useful for storing materials and tools keeping the house clear as a job site. Curtains are okay to keep up until you get to each room help you save on heating and privacy. Those cupboards just need painting and new handle ware which would save you $$$

[@DuckReach432]

My parents bought a property like this in the 80s. Very similar - ratty old house on a big block with stunning views. A lot of work to fix up (I helped) but worth it. Make sure, where your lounge room is, you can sit in your favourite chair and have the most unrestricted view possible across that valley. Good luck!

[@taddy83]

@@DuckReach432 thanks, checkout the update vids for the total floor plan change just so i could do that 😅

[@davidarter9670]

Great house, Taddy! I hope you podcast the whole renovation for us so we can see what you accomplish.

[@taddy83]

Check out the monthly updates! Lot's of progress!

[@NicolaMs007]

I would also invest in doing some solar panels and larger rainwater tank for off grid use, this way when the power does go out, you have the backup as well for it....if this is an abandoned property like in the middle of bush with no power attached then off grid power would be the way to go with it....just a suggestion though

[@christinewinner6425]

Plus you got good neighbours who look after their properties. Its WIN! WIn. Can’t loose with this one. Double your investment in no time. Happy renovating. People are very friendly. Go and introduce yourself to your neighbours.

[@willow252]

Awesome congrats keep us updated with the progress. It's great to see things transform 👍

[@ghostrider9978]

That’s a fertile area you’re in mate , you shouldn’t have any problems growing all sorts of vegetables n fruits n you have enough space to support some livestock. Best of luck .

[@wizzer19]

Next time you film put your phone on its side then you have full screen panorama much better to view

[@taddy83]

Yes I am technology challenged 😂, still learning how all this YT and phone filming works.

[@danwilliams6003]

Will make a lovely small holding property. Agree too many sheds, I always dismantle and use tg/shiplap to build something new - like a dormer cladding.

[@davidk6271]

I’d keep the cupboards etc for shelves and storage in the outbuildings

[@taddy83]

@@davidk6271 a couple pieces were used for storage in the sheds, alot of the rest was quite water damaged and went to to the landfill.

[@olib774]

Wow, i thought our renovation delight we bought in Tassie was a mess.. Got nothing on you.😂😂 Looking forward to following your adventure 😊..

[@suecollins8199]

Rather than a septic tank, suggest you get a self composting WC. No water required & no potential plumbing problems!😊

[@taddy83]

@@suecollins8199 no thanks.. flushing toilets already installed and water is not that scarce here.

[@vancamerawoman7399]

Great views and a lot of hard work. All the very best with your new project 😊

[@lulunz6809]

This is going to be a great project. I wonder if George @Quick Cuts V2 may be able to help tidy up the yard for free in exchange filming some new content? It would help grow your channel and will be exciting to see what the section looks like when its tidy. Just a thought.

[@lulunz6809]

George is in Tasmania too and does amazing work. It may be fun too.

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi Taddy wow what a fantastic you once you’re seen past all the junk I think is a fantastic property. I think it all clean up nicely without too much trouble just a lot of hard work

[@taddy83]

Check out the 1 and 2 month update videos of what hs been done so far. Steaming ahead with the renovation.

[@anneharris1145]

New subscriber here and looking forward to sharing the adventures

[@jesuschrist5302]

Hi nice place,has heaps of potential for a nice home, I've renovated worse.

[@annavonsee4307]

North west Tassie? I’m down on the Tasman Peninsula starting a similar project, looking forward to seeing the transformation!

[@paulread6240]

My first vid of yours and I clicked subscribe straight away. Very cool mate. Oh and when you record turn your phone landscape.

[@denimblue8633]

WHAT???.. NO abandoned classic cars?.. man, you certainly have your work cut out for you.. but certainly going to be worth it, good on you.. 🙂🙂

[@taddy83]

I think my classic cars are feeling abandoned 😂 spending all my time on the house.

[@andreah1836]

I'm really looking forward to seeing everything that you do 😊

[@Magpie_Ian]

Mate, I thought your content was interesting but so painful to watch on my tv in portrait mode. It would be great to watch in landscape (turn phone 90 degrees). You might want to check your KZbin analytics to see what percentage of viewers are watching on a tv compared to a phone. All the best.

[@Swandoully]

looking forward to the updates I think I am now your 100th subscriber and Tassie Based as well

[@taddy83]

Thanks for subscribing! Wow i haven't checked this for a few weeks and i now have over 300 subscribers and the video has gone crazy.

[@davepoulton7530]

Maybe you could be on Tassie gold bearing ground mate looking at those valleys

[@taddy83]

Yes the river at the bottom of the valley is known to have gold deposits!

[@geordieintTas]

I thought the same when he said NW

[@JamesO-q4q]

Thats cool peace and tranquility

[@charmees6637]

Oh Boy! there’s heaps of junk left for you to clear out. I can see the potential of this property though. Love the views

[@taddy83]

@@charmees6637 yes it was a huge task to clean up! Check out the monthly update videos of how far it has come so far! Still alot to do but 5 months in i am now living here!

[@ShapeMakers3DPrinting]

the beginning of a masterpiece !

[@janekay4147]

Nice to see a fellow tassie on KZbin

[@jimmcfee3488]

Someone's started to show it some love and lifehas overtaken them, it's a shame. However I am sure you will do a good job. Love that area and the people. You need a good woodstack up there. Cheers.

[@shelleylake7636]

Congratulations beaut spot and awesome project. Enjoy in my dream area. From Goldie

[@lindagatti7796]

How exciting.😊😊😊

[@geordieintTas]

Thats so funny, i went 'that deck has to go'. You went 'nice deck'. It will be good to watch you

[@taddy83]

@@geordieintTas the deck will eventually be replaced. Check out the the next monthly update vid for the whole floorplan change and now 3 months in the whole house inside has basically been flipped.

[@jogrant3851]

You did well to get a half acre property in such a rural area. All the best with your reno. Beautiful views indeed and going to be lovely in winter by a big fire looking out your windows. Seems lovely and peaceful.

[@taddy83]

Thanks, they are certainly difficult properties to come across, it is actually 1 acre, the house sits on half and the other half is a paddock.

[@mudrat52]

Just found your channel .. will continue to watch

[@KarinaSM650]

Welcome to my neck of the woods, Tasmania. Will you be documenting all the renovations you do, very keen to watch how it turns out?

[@taddy83]

@@KarinaSM650 yes! check out the monthly update videos i have posted!

[@VanventureswithKaia]

The house is going to look really good when you have finished renovating it but I hope it doesn’t have any ghosts 👻

[@MsKazzar]

Gorgeous views

[@marythmo]

Hi Taddy, does abandoned mean that you only pay for the land? I’m looking forward to watching your journey.

[@taddy83]

It was priced accordingly for the state it was in. But it was a little more than just land value.

[@linajackson4545]

Always better to film in landscape mode.

[@gailphilp6829]

Wow! What a gorgeous spot. Good on you mate. I hope it all works out well for you and yours. Have fun. Peace, Love and Respect to All xxx

[@joelenesimpson6788]

That view is amazing. Where are you?

[@taddy83]

North West Tasmania.

[@auntie44m]

Grew up in Burnie in the 70’s this has been a great little family home in its day. Happy renovating.

[@Heather-xz3eo]

Looks like up the coast where I was born .... Nth West coast

[@anaschilling2668]

How big is this property? Big job ahead but exciting times!!!

[@taddy83]

Only 1 acre. Just enough space to enjoy without being too much to look after.

[@chriscorrigan7420]

The diamond in the rough. Not a bad sort of find but you have a huge amount of work in front of you. What a magnificent part of the country. This I think will be a very interesting journey. Good on ya mate. All the best to you.

[@wingtipvortex]

Classic Tassie bargain!

[@judymills3599]

Another Taswegian here. I love the bed, don't send it to the tip. It's too nice.

[@taddy83]

I sold it. The mattress' went to the tip.

[@captainsleeman9787]

Enjoy

[@dinocub1]

A lot of wonderful potential. If it were me, I'd bulldoze and start from scratch. Asbestos issue alone to deal with...YIKES. curious on what you paid for the property.

[@taddy83]

@@dinocub1 please watch the monthly updates! Asbestos was a very minor issue to deal with and was contained to only the bathroom. In sheet form it is classed as "nonfriable" not so bad unlike the insultion type that can easily become airborne. The price is between me and the seller and won't be disclosed but it was fair market value.

[@Pauly85]

How’d you find the listing? An agent or is there a government foreclosure portal? Cheers.

[@taddy83]

Private sale, after putting offers on 13 properties over asking price and missing out, I put a wanted ad up on Gumtree marketplace. It was a lengthy drawn out negotiation but i sealed the deal finally after about 18 months.

[@helenbellchambers8061]

Big job 👏

[@bettiegambrill8545]

Interested in your property reno

[@Oururbanhomestead1966]

Are you going to have a vegie garden? A fellow Aussie KZbinr from Perth WA

[@taddy83]

@@Oururbanhomestead1966yes and some chooks if the devils and quolls leave them alone!

[@desleyroberts8674]

Looks like Tassie , somewhere

[@taddy83]

@@desleyroberts8674 literally says Tasmania in the headline description 😆 nw coast.

[@shelleyoreilly5818]

Where is this? NW Coast?

[@jeffreyb3238]

Am wondering what your renovation budget will be?

[@taddy83]

As little as possible.. it is a shoestring budget! Hence utilising salvaged material where possible. Of course money has to be spent on new products but total budget not inclusive of labour will be around $50k. Helps to have friends and family in the trades and be handy yourself!

[@premmens]

Is it Northern or Southern Tasmania? I'm born and bred Southern Tasmanian. Love my state.

[@taddy83]

North west!

[@premmens]

@@taddy83 Thank you, beautiful up there.

[@johngibson3837]

​@@taddy83hey up mate looking like a sweet spot, how far away is the sea

[@auroregharib1444]

Lots of work god help you

[@taddy83]

@@auroregharib1444 i don't need to god to help me.. just strong mates with some skills! Check out the monthly updates to see what has been done already!

[@Kayenne54]

Gee, where do you even start? So much work...

[@taddy83]

@@Kayenne54 check out the monthly updates on the channel list! 3 months into it now and making huge progress!

[@Kayenne54]

@@taddy83 Wow! very cool, I will!

[@NicolaMs007]

nice property though

[@lynnedalrymple]

love it

[@kelvinjames6344]

If u live in Sydney and like ir cold u don't need to move to tassie just move to Lithgow 1 hour from Sydney

[@debwest9745]

Is this property to live in or just to flip and sell ?

[@taddy83]

@@debwest9745 will be living there.

[@debwest9745]

@@taddy83 oh good I will follow then . I'm in the process of buying my first home which is also an abandoned rural property .I might pick up some helpful ideas .

[@gregjameson2141]

How much you pay for it ?

[@taddy83]

I won't disclose that information out of respect for the previous owner sorry. It was priced accordingly to the state of disrepair it was in however.

[@barbreardon9258]

Just wondering where do go to buy abandoned properties?

[@taddy83]

Put a wanted to buy ad up!

[@DarkKnight-tq9hg]

You have a LOT of work ahead of you! Would you mind indicating how much you paid for it?

[@taddy83]

@@DarkKnight-tq9hg no.. i will not indicate how much i paid for it out of respect for previous owner. I find quite rude that people actually ask to be honest. Check out the monthly update vids in my channel to see how much has been done already.

[@HAPPYJUNKIN62]

How do you come across abandoned properties to buy?

[@taddy83]

Put a wanted ad up.

[@suzannarobinson4726]

Watch out for asbestos please, good luck.

[@taddy83]

Yes most older properties contain it. All the asbestos issues were dealt with and removed properly before any of the reno works were started.

[@carrier411]

I hope you didn't have to pay too much.

[@taddy83]

The price was negotiated to reflect the "as is" condition and amount of work needed.

[@starlight8298]

How much was it ?

[@taddy83]

@@starlight8298 will not disclose that information out of respect for the previous owner. Getting a little frustrated with people asking that on a public forum actually. I find it quite rude.

[@neilmaverick7035]

One word Asbestos

[@taddy83]

Dealing with that is part and parcel of renovating just about any pre 90's house. Luckily there isn't alot. A small amount of sheeting in the bathroom.

[@drawsomenow7427]

looks like a typical rental property in any big mainland city :-).

[@lukeduke3001]

Why was it abandoned

[@taddy83]

There is a story to it but out of respect to previous owner i won't disclose that info.

[@aussieamplifiers]

What’s the location?

[@taddy83]

North west Tas.

[@nathanbrowne2800]

Where abouts and how much .

[@pegasusgalaxy68]

Not a mess ..talking junk.....

[@rohantherockwiththerocketh7871]

Personally I'd gut it completely because of the asbestos and excavate out the soil under it aswell for a starter! With the removal of anything asbestos affected I'd be looking at the stumps and roof before rebuilding the place room by room and possibly expanding the house to get a bigger house with a second bathroom and toilet aswell as expanding the kitchen and bedrooms. Get a nanny goat for milk and to keep weeds out and you can put in a few fruit trees and a vegetable garden.

[@taddy83]

@@rohantherockwiththerocketh7871 check out the reno update vids... the asbestos was minimal and in sheet form, it is quite safe and easily removed with appropriate cautions.

[@travelswithmymate4486]

I would have loved to watch your series but I don’t watch KZbin videos filmed in portrait. Full stop.

[@taddy83]

@@travelswithmymate4486 the later videos are in landscape. I was unaware that the early videos had uploaded in portrait as it is all done off my phone. Majority of people just deal with it being in portrait as they watch on their phones.. Full Stop.

[@jessriggio2603]

Oh they are ALL abandoned now on you tube don't you mean empty because the are just up fir sale ? Click bait term that's really getting on my nerves lately

[@taddy83]

@@jessriggio2603 so you didn't watch the video...? the property was very much abandoned, no water, no electricity and not liveable.. no kitchen, no bathroom.. nobody had lived in it for many years! What gets on my nerves is people that comment like you just to whinge.. nobody is forcing you to watch!

[@steptowdaughters2633]

Go back.

[@WarrenElliott-i1k]

How much cobber ??

[@taddy83]

I won't disclose that info sorry.

[@Bellairvideo]

I recon around $$315.500

[@centaur1288]

It’s gonna cost you big bucks to make this place decent, especially being rural…and the rat smells means trouble, big trouble 😮, you didn’t say anything about electricity or running water, bet that you don’t have anything ,and lm seeing plenty of asbestos! I wouldn’t have touched this one. 🙀👎😳

[@taddy83]

​asbestos is gone and dealt with, rats are gone, house is completely replumbed and rewired. Watch the monthly updates for the progress.