I bought my dream house in rural Portugal.

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In this episode Dave in Portugal takes on a tour of his Dream House in Portugal in a small rural village in Portugal on the Silver Coast.
Dave also shows some of the best areas to live in the rural countryside of Portugal.
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[@ruiandrebatista]

Hey. Although I am portuguese and all this is really out of my reach, as a blind person I have to thank you for the very good description of the house and its characteristics.

[@alexisaddicted]

Dave, you're the only foreigner (IMO) that makes videos about Portugal which actually are great. Congratz on your new home!

[@skoldo]

As portuguese, it is very interesting to see a perspective from a foreigner discovering our country. And as someone from the North of PT, i am very pleased that you didn't felt for the typical trap of only major cities. If you ever need some local tips, feel free to hit me... There's probably still a lot of things to see here

[@lostinreverie2183]

How much do u think his house would have cost?

[@skoldo]

@@lostinreverie2183 to be honest I don't like to speculate in those kind of questions for several reasons. That at a lot of details that can influence the price dramatically that (as far as I remember) are not specified. For example, he says that is "close" To Lisbon but doesn't say in which "direction". For example, just by heart, I would say that the same house in Sesimbra costs at least twice/triple the same house in Azambuja. Also, he probably hired a lawyer, a "buying assistant", architect for the renovation (I prob would) which I also can't properly estimate the costs. My advice would be to keep an open mind and remind yourself that Portugal and Portuguese are heterogeneous meaning that, for better or worse, that are many different places, prices and environments available. A quick search on apps like idealista or imovirtual may help to understand the price ranges. 👊

[@Platinumcoons]

Can I also contact you?

[@JPinPortugal]

Bom Dia, may we speak or email ? We live in Porto and are looking for a small Quinta to purchase. Obrigado, Tiago

[@1234567890mimiki]

im portuguese and im so jealous. this year i studied abroad in Northern Europe but I’ve decided to come back to Portugal, i gained a whole new appreciation for what I have back home, I miss the life and energy i was always surrounded with, and the warmth (both in the people and the weather ofc). Some people have told me I shouldn’t come back because of how much worse the economy is, politics are a huge mess rn, and that “it will be much harder or impossible to build a career here” but before moving I had a taste of what a good life here could be, so I know that coming back will be hard (since huge amount of young / go study abroad or immigrate and aren’t expected to come back, except for maybe vacation or eventually possibly for retirement, bcs the “quality of life is much better out there”) but I want to have a little faith in my little country, and the beautiful experiences it will give me :) (but don’t get me wrong i understand the reasons why people choose to immigrate, and I was also super decided on leaving the country ever since I was a kid) - but anyways my point is seeing your videos helped me a little to gain this new appreciation, seeing someone genuinely passionate about the small things and the culture is very heartwarming, and I get reminded of the good things of my life there! :)

[@lizroberts1569]

Politics & the economy are a mess everywhere, but you should live where you feel happiest. Portugal seems to have it all.

[@YawnGod]

Don't worry, bro. Chega means chega. The rent is too damn high.

[@jcs3330]

My experience was very similar, but in reverse. I was raised in the UK and moved to Spain. But after many years and an unfortunate personal loss, although I have nothing negative to say about spain, on my return to the UK I realised how diverse and great it really was. Has for different countries economies, weather etc, there will always be positives, negatives and huge differences in 'all' of them. And taking that into consideration, it is where 'you' feel at home, happy and at peace....and nothing else. I have also visited your beautiful country Portugal (1985 - 1994 and think it is an amazing place, and hopefully I will return and revisit to see all the changes since I was last there.

[@Emerson-mv4hm]

Portugal is great. It’s been 3years since I moved here and this place and the people are just great! Can’t blame you wanting to go back to Portugal 😂

[@bioliv1]

Northern Europe is horrible!

[@panarim]

Not many portugueses would like to share the interior of their own houses as much as you did, so i really appreciate that.The house is beautiful, very interesting and very cozy.I would like to have one like that one day...but not so big.

[@merryfergie]

Yes, another cultural difference.... In europe people don't give visitors tours of their homes. Modesty is a value

[@merryfergie]

Yes, another cultural difference.... In europe people don't give visitors tours of their homes. Modesty is a value

[@panarim]

well, i am not so sure about modesty, or at least in some people , because i believe sometimes they are just afraid that others can copy not only the house in itself but also the things they have in their houses, so unfortunately i think that envy (maybe) is very evident in some people, or maybe they are just trying to protect themselves from thieves or from other people with bad intentions.

[@hlotto]

The problem with old Portuguese houses is insulation, specially the roof and windows, you lose a lot of heat in the roof in the winter and spend tons of wood to heat the house. In summer very hot. You have to insulate the roof with modern materials. I have a house that I rebuild in Figueiró dos Vinhos, it’s fantastic you are close to Figueira da Foz Beach and have a lot of river beach near the house. The people, the green, the sea, the sun and the food ……. Don’t go to the big city, go to the villages, more easy going

[@elizabethmartins19]

Love your blue door in the kitchen

[@Sphyxx]

I've pretty recently moved to Portugal into a small village called Alfeizerao (7 months ago) and I've been loving it here, I moved from Finland looking for something different and that's what I got. Everything in Portugal is so much better, especially food and I do love the Portuguese style of houses.

[@UAP]

do you need to understand portuges?

[@pedrojorge2741]

@@UAP You can get by with english in the bigger cities, but outside of that knowing some basic portuguese will make your life much easier!

[@JorgeCosta1990]

hi neighbor o/

[@homyce]

My appointment with the Portuguese consulate for the D7 is tomorrow. This video's good vibe is exactly what I needed. Thank you!

[@ManifestYourself]

all the best!

[@homyce]

@@ManifestYourself Thank you 🤗

[@cobracommander8133]

How did it go?

[@homyce]

@@cobracommander8133 it went well thanks for asking. They were very friendly and helpful.

[@tonirodriguez6649]

I bought my dream home... the one I imagined during the pandemic in rural Southern Ecuador. I live in The Valley of Longevity surrounded by the beautiful Andes. I have just under 1/2 acre and a pool. It's my casa de luz, 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms & 2 terraces. About 1800 sq ft. It's absolutely beautiful and so peaceful here. I love it. It too was very affordable (under $250k) It's possible... ❤🙏

[@zetsun0]

260k is nowhere near affordable. Maybe for american salaries, but for Portuguese salaries a quarter of a mil is a pretty big house if you stay away from the city. And most Portuguese banks won't give you loans that big for a house. 100-150k tops, unless you make a buttload of money.

[@joelstalcup2464]

Wow that sounds idyllic for sure! What an amazing find! And it is quite affordable especially when compared to American homes.

[@lethimenga]

Where exactly in Ecuador if I may ask you?

[@saintpreferred9223]

Good luck with that political situation.

[@GuyWithAWatch]

Love your content, thanks for sharing your home. I am landing in Portugal in June and looking forward to explore as many areas as possible.

[@Kodakcompactdisc]

Them shower tiles are fine. Great house.

[@dewaynecampbell9524]

Yo, Dave! My wife and I are in Portugal for the next three days. Tavira tonight and Lagos for the two nights after before we head back to the states. Come on down and I’ll buy you some beers!

[@delladrummond7975]

Congratulations, Dave! Wishing you many years of happiness in your beautiful home!

[@RicKallaherPhotography]

Great house that you have already made into a fantastic home. Fantastic tour that gives a true flavor. I purchased an apt in Lisboa (which I am preparing to move to, finally) but my bet is that soon I will be looking to the other, quieter areas of Portugal so thanx for all of the recommendations.

[@sacroyalty]

Surprised no cost was mentioned, it’s an important part of real estate tours… and what everyone wants to know! Nice place

[@lostinreverie2183]

How much do you think this house would've cost him?

[@seinfeldcostanza9433]

That's one way to shape their KZbin algorithm. People comment more etc etc...

[@_Renee2]

Thank you for sharing! It looks very peaceful.

[@nicoledubtoy3105]

Dave I found your channel today. The videos are well presented and very informative. Outstanding!! Thank you.

[@ateliersarahanahoryvapaos]

Hey Dave, very nice home, congrats!! Those small ceramic tiles you don´t like have been used by the best modern award winning pioneer architects in Portugal... so they are basically historical in portuguese architecture- such as my fathers- Eduardo Anahorys´.

[@verastanding]

I didn't know they had history, but I've reached out to Dave too and said to please don't touch the tiles as they are beautiful and authentic. I'm afraid he might put some type of tile in that is hip right now but will date and look awful. I hope he doesn't

[@ateliersarahanahoryvapaos]

@@verastanding yes!

[@eugeniebreida1583]

As an architect w/excellent aesthetics ; ), I agree; Dave do NOT swap out those gorgeous glass tiles… do not do Trendy on that lovely house. Toss skylights or lighting in shower areas, and delete the tacky glass blocks, instead go w/modern clear glass above, stucco below. Clean, but honoring the house. Ditch 2 sinks, pull counter away from corner w a one sink pedestal.

[@kararkhan8720]

Congrats man, wonderful property. I love the Iberian region i just bought i duplex my self in Spain in the Coasta Blanca region. Not a huge but i like small property and i like to be close to beachs and i love a sea view.

[@HelensHouseAndGarden]

Congratulations on your new house! It looks great and love the blue colours throughout.

[@TechMelee]

I keep coming back to this video admiring this beautiful home. This is very similar of what me and my husband are looking for in a small town area in Portugal away from the big city trap. Just beautiful! Cheers mate!

[@evasco1979]

It's beautifully decorated 😍 and the pool is so big... love it!

[@suebowman7258]

Love your beautiful home. Thank you for giving us a tour. Good choice and good taste!

[@Lucia-yn6so]

Dave, bon dia! I've been enjoying your videos. I love your energy and sense of humour. You've accomplished something that most people haven't. I respect that. Keep sharing your experiences. I look forward to watching future episodes. Obrigada do 🇨🇦

[@lupodlupi]

Love your house

[@isabellevega5732]

You convey a very authentic and accessible way of being. We thank you for showing us your house, it is beautiful!! and the information in the videos is very useful, you get to the point without much "farfulleo". Thank you!!

[@yvettebenjamin9122]

Your home is beautiful! Congratulations!

[@bkelly3508]

That's for sharing! Keep 'em coming. See you soon!

[@SERGIO-cr6uy]

👍 What a property you got there, I cannot fault anything you've done with it. Everything is well thought out and it really feels like a cosy place to be. Well done.

[@bobhill5227]

Well done Buddy, you worked hard & deserve it 👏

[@Luanavit22]

Hi Dave, I love love love the house! It’s beautiful and charming. Congratulations ❤

[@simplymik6322]

What a nice Portuguese house...and the ambiance is lively and cozy💖💖💖

[@mart7404]

Thanks Dave for allowing us a glimpse of your house. Looks like you really scored. After my first trip to Portugal in 2015 I fell in love with the country. I'm headed back in October and hope to look for some areas to move to. I appreciate all of your info you've posted. Thanks and rock on with that Hofner. At least it appears to be one? I have a Klira which is very similar.

[@hermes6587]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful home.

[@clementdedadelsen4065]

This is so rare to find a house like this on the market, here. Well done, it's gorgeous !

[@hlotto]

You have to look for local real state not the big ones, ask chatgpt to make a list 😅

[@clementdedadelsen4065]

@@hlotto What makes you think I don't know that already ?

[@lostinreverie2183]

How much do you think this house would've cost him?

[@irenestrmnss4496]

​@@lostinreverie2183 some million , close to million euro for sure

[@carlostg4056]

Hi Dave, I just found out about your KZbin channel today and subscribed. By the way, what a beautiful house you have, you did a great job renovating it. It feels pretty home warm, cozy and super comfortable. I am glad you are enjoying a healthy and relaxing lifestyle.

[@helenaalicia6987]

LOVE this house! No need to change any tiles or anything! I lived in Spain 30+ years ago. It was normal to have the clothes washing machine in the kitchen. I still think its more convenient in the kitchen than anywhere else! And everything was on butane too! Wish we could have old world home designs in the US especially centered around a pool. Enjoy living the expat life. It was awesome when I did. Wish I could return to Spain.

[@keithw3157]

Hey Dave. Awesome house. Thanks for the tour.

[@dorinaszilagyi7149]

Beautiful home. Thank you for sharing.

[@mrsiz218]

Dave!!! It’s sooo gorgeous!! It has all the things I love about that style of home! *chef’s kiss* love it love it love it!❤️❤️

[@VikoolyaLV]

Love the videos. Thank you 🎉

[@dianal8387]

New subscriber here. Congrats on your lovely home ! The traditional details are beautiful, and your choice in background music is wonderful 🎶 💖

[@kellingtonlink956]

Love the house. It definitely has unique character. Thanks for the video. Best of luck.

[@longnguyen9638]

Thank you so much Dave 👍

[@Charlie-lx2rf]

Well done, the place looks great, really charming. I know you put in a lot of work into it to make your own and that's awesome. Traditional is always better!

[@sidneifilho5357]

Linda casa! Portugal é um dos destinos preferido de muita gente ao redor do mundo. Felicidades!

[@bentongiap6432]

So charming Dave! Great pool and greenery!

[@Remin777]

You've got a very cozy, lovely house, Dave. Well done!

[@GaryM-algorth]

Very lucky to have found this home. Perfect

[@ewamclean6878]

Congratulations! Lovely home and property!

[@benbaldwin8882]

Thank you for all the great videos! Hoping to make an extended visit to Portugal in the near future with an idea of moving there. Your house is the perfect sanctuary. For the commenters asking about property values....while I am no expert in real estate (or Portugal), I am an expert at sitting in front of a computer for hours looking at real estate listings. The Douro valley is one of the many beautiful places I am drawn to and can't wait to visit soon. The site I found most useful for listings is called Idealista Portugal. It is a clearing house for multiple agents. You can draw boundaries around a specific area for all the listings in that area or draw around the whole country and zoom in for each listing and its description. There are some amazing values compared to the US.

[@nanymota1]

So happy for you 👏👏👏

[@Miramex]

Congratulations! Amazing place! :)

[@Vinc3n7]

Thanks for the tour, Dave! I was hoping that you would do this sooner or later. It would have been cool if you extended that last scene so your drone cleared the roof. It would be nice to get a peek at the neighborhood (if it's not too revealing of your location). Love your place!

[@coriolan1963]

Congratulations! A gorgeous house!

[@rosariolombardi4721]

i will be visiting in September ,thanks for the info .

[@Daneiladams555]

gorgeous house, youre blessed

[@krisrose219]

Gorgeous. Very cozy and cool

[@lfrebelo1]

Congrats bro, welcome 🙏

[@alexandrefaria9854]

Great job👏

[@cobracommander8133]

That house is 🔥 You're living the dream!

[@JPVLDRodrigues]

Those blue tiles are definitely stolen... But it is a cool house, I'll give you that!

[@muma6559]

the window to the outside in the shower is really cool, prevents moisture from staying in the bathroom

[@MamaLlama007]

I Love this Thumbnail! Great video! THIS IS "Dave in Portugal!" Awesome video! Bravo! Great job

[@mjavediqbal2025]

Loved it🎉❤

[@bwin3556]

Looks great. I hope you have lots of friends.

[@borgresearcher]

very nice house what a dream

[@paida9322]

Beautiful place congratulations

[@BironClark]

Love the pool and yard.

[@topgun4499]

Dude!!! This is exactly what I am looking for when I buy a house in Portugal, flying in march for first travel/scout trip to Portugal and Spain for 2 months yeh….Thanks for sharing your house with us its perfect….

[@lynnhutchison3362]

Beautiful home!! Love it!

[@user-mx9fc2sy7k]

Hi Dave! Just found your excellent videos. Small comment-the Douro Valley has a Mediterranean micro climate due the Marão mountain range protecting it from the Atlantic so the winters may be cold and wet, but the summers are hot and dry. Also, the landscape shows distinct seasons including a beautiful fall with the vines changing colour: And of course it is so close to Porto! just to add-love the house you bought!

[@njsfer]

The whole Douro Valley is super nice and it's true that in some parts of it there's a micro climate, but I guess that summers in Portugal are hot enough, the humidity isn't a problem, at all. I would actually rather have less hot summers and with more humidity, but that's me.

[@jorgevaranda6587]

Dave I suggest you do video about Santarem a capital to gotico so much History so much potencial beautiful city but deserted my second Home keep up with the good work. I really enjoy your videos from Seattle, WA

[@llew-AZ]

That's the most modern remodeled home I have seen in Portugal. This is more in line to what I would be interested in. I hope your purchase video goes through all the actual numbers. Asking, bid, acceptance, survey, title, transfer fees. What in general I would be looking at to move to a remote region there. Thanks and congrats on what appears to be a wonderful purchase

[@tlmiam1]

I love seeing all the things in Portugal! I want to come soon to live!

[@user-qg5ui8iu2n]

As of late Portugal has become too expensive to live in, plus new laws regarding taxes will get deep into retirees and peoples pockets, crazy taxes, rents are threw the roof, real estate getting sky high, how the heck are the locals dealing with this high cost of living now, because high cost locals seem getting fed up with foreigners living there now, truly crazy!! i remember the old Portugal!!

[@Jacob-tp3sw]

Just subscribed, congratulations on your dream house! Recently, you have been making references to the best places to live in Portugal- especially at the end. I wonder if you think of making video about areas with high humidity and concentration of mosquitos. I mean "places to avoid because of those issues".

[@manzahalem8845]

Beautiful place, well done.

[@JenShea]

Dave, you found yourself a gem! It's a beautiful old village house. It's exactly what I'd want... the area is perfect especially location-wise. Close enough to Lisboa, close to the ocean. You get to witness those golden sunsets... What more could you want!

[@exercicio2476]

Congratulations, beautiful house! :)

[@joanaremigio20]

Is amazing!!! :)

[@AlgarveAddicts]

Hey Dave, wonderful space you have there, congrats! Just a heads up, that photo you have representing Loulé is Óbidos (in case anyone's counting). 👍🏼

[@elelegidosf9707]

Lol, with that gigantic TV dominating the living room, this had to be an American's house.

[@soniavdzwaan]

Beautiful house! I'm from Lisbon living in the Netherlands for more than 20 years. We're building a house in the Algarve. Very excited to spend larger periods in Portugal. It's a delight to see my country through your yes! Thx!

[@flofudge8680]

Very cute home!

[@MK56787]

Your house is very beautiful. Great video

[@spottss]

Amazing house! Like a dream .interesting to know the areas and off grid.

[@plumbdog6222]

Amazing house, not sure if anyone else has said this, but as a gasfitter, I would highly recommend you move your butane bottles to outside. you will notice on the top of the bottle opposite to the inlet there is an over pressure valve. in the hot summer as your butane turns from a liquid to a gas within the bottle, the pressure can build up within the bottle, so the bottle vents to stop it exploding. but this in turn vents butane into your house . because it is heavier than air, you may not smell it and will be mostly at floor level and can pool in low areas (like your wine store for instance). but other than that, amazing place.

[@harrychen4682]

congratulations for getting a beautiful home

[@assuncaomeireles198]

Obrigado Dave o vidio foi excelente . Gosto muito da sua casa é muito original. Bom fim de semana . God bless you 🇺🇸🇺🇸 🇵🇹

[@JoaoLima-nm6tg]

Amazing traditional portuguese alentejana house Dave! Great taste! Tell me when you visit Minho, would be a pleasure to show you some nice spots with my family!

[@Platinumcoons]

I love your house. I own a farm and a house in Canada, but really want to find something like your house in Portugal and move here.

[@lieuwina]

I love your kitchen cupboard handles. Thank you for showing us your home it is beautiful. I would not change the stove to electric I think you are better off with gas. Have a lovely day.

[@flowermeerkat6827]

Wow gorgeous house!

[@rmartins1984]

Terrific video! One of my dreams is to move back and renovate one of the old houses like yours.

[@francescatappi3241]

Dave, your house is so beautiful! I am hoping we will find something similar. 😊

[@zircon1664]

What about Central Portugal! Serra da Estrela gets snow too, but not as much rain as North and temps we have recorded as high as 47 in full Summer, generally mid to high 30’s.

[@galelawhead588]

Thank you Dave for showing us your home! It’s beautiful! We are traveling to Portugal ( and Spain) on May 31st! Can’t wait! Your videos are so helpful!

[@isabelsilva100]

Beautiful , lovely house!

[@msheline]

Wow Beautiful!!!!! Thank you for sharing. Love it. I'd be in the pool A Lot!!!! 😍❤💙