Left to Rot Courtyard in Portugal | BROTHERS RENOVATE - TIMELAPSE Start to Finish

From ruin to beautiful home. This rural Algarve village house was on it’s last legs. Knocking down and starting again wasn’t an option. We saw potential and took on the challenge to restore it’s original character and charm for the modern day.
Seeing through the rubble and mess in the courtyard, this had the potential to be a beautiful space to relax, Wine and dine.
The idea was to create a canvas for the next owner to have the opportunity to create their own secluded paradise.
18 month renovation start to finish.
#diy
#renovation
#restoration
#inspiration

[@AndreaSimone57]

I feel so lazy sitting here in my living room watching all this hard work!

[@Marwan.345]

😂😂😂😂

[@Plum_bird]

You are not alone

[@joanlovelace7338]

Me too!😂😂

[@Beejayize]

I could watch people working all the time

[@kimkimkim2634]

"It turned out just well". Are you kiding? It turned out amazing !!

[@Parisdoesrock]

Began as a nothing short of a nightmare, turned into MAGNIFICENT!

[@lyonspainter]

Well done, I'm exhausted!

[@lindacarruthers3423]

HARD work. Good grief you are astounding ,and your ability to turn tin into gold is wonderful.

[@Beth-kg1lz]

I can imagine that courtyard for entertaining with big, long table and a BBQ, lots of fairy lights when it gets dark. It would be stunning!

[@sandymccrone5676]

Timelapse is a wonderful thing. I barely broke a sweat. Bloody well done!

[@rusticcrow]

Haha, glad to get these out the way so I can start the new stuff tomorrow.

[@jpats6124]

Fabulous courtyard. I envision large palms in terracotta pots for shade, and shade cloths, and a big, rustic outdoor table seating at least 12.

[@abr8562]

Wow!!! I chat believe I have now spent 10 minutes just watching a guy a dont know, in a house I will never visit, jig saw puzzling a court yard floor back into full glory stone by stone! I have watched the whole thing, by the way and also the full restoration of the house itself. Unless you are completely exhausted (hope to God you're not 🙂) you guys must be in phenomenal shape from all that physical labour. Whatever that house sells for and no matter how much you make, it is not enough!

[@joanbroadway759]

Wow, it was scary how easily those walls came down. That courtyard is an absolute gem now.

[@lenireimer3243]

Nice touch putting that blue little car in the wall--I hope it will bring a smile to the one discovering it.

[@mahanly]

Some good vino, cheese, and enjoy the stars. Maybe a fountain in the future. The sounds of a fountain are zen.

[@jacksonrodrigues8732]

The best part is seeing you and your brother working together without bickering! Very refreshing!

[@mk-xq1tt]

Eish! That courtyard was really a disaster - I marvel that you made something out of it!

[@janetrutherford8568]

U people are believable l have never seen people work so hard you are a credit to the human race you all take care and l know everyone just loves you all to bitsxx.

[@GrannyV29]

So beautiful. I normally don't care for the color used on the "upper" deck but there it looks so inviting. Makes me want a cup of coffee and a book and just sit and relax.

[@christobar]

What an immense amount of work! I hope that the new owners, and all subsequent owners will love and maintain the property for the next 100 years!

[@mary-annnstednielsen5300]

Waw

[@paulandlaurahausman379]

It was a beautiful learning for this American to see how things are done in other countries. I loved the feeling of serenity as you enjoy nature. I can see wonderful plants and ceramics placed together in different spots. I can even hear the water running off the little patio. Wonderful to watch.

[@SwimCoach8]

Jeez Andrew. Just starting the video...Forgot what a jumbled mess was in the courtyard. Wow.

[@augenkulturgut]

one wow is not enough: WOW WOW WOW!

[@Brucewayne2112-qk4ji]

Woke up at 3:00 am, couldn't get back to sleep, then found your renovation movie 🎬 it was the best thing ever!!! Loved it in it's entirety 🙏

[@claudiadickerman4218]

I think if had been me, I would have done a full demo, saved as much of the original stone to reuse if they could be cleaned. then desgned the courtyard for more modern living without losing the old school charm.

[@stermindelves4251]

Giving me the inspiration to stop working and start living,or rather retirement, in Portugal. With love from Somerset England. Very well done guys.

[@carolchisholm433]

Beautiful!

[@jeannerogers7085]

This area looks so like the hills of San Diego County (California) that I forget you are in Portugal.

[@poodlegirl55]

The best before and after EVER!

[@joketendam5806]

Great finish . Now crack on with your dream house😘

[@rusticcrow]

Will do 😎

[@annar6430]

Andy and James...I have no words to express how satisfying the completion of this renovation has been. Marvelous ❤❤❤🇯🇲

[@ianinglis5354]

You are the saviour of lost causes Andy! That bread oven is a piece of art!

[@ingevansand9180]

I didn't remember it was so bad! You guys must be so happy the house is done and sold... All the pressure gone...

[@vyvienvp3413]

Back breaking work, drilling and pulling up the concrete back yard! House looks adorable and whomever gets it is lucky. X:)

[@ROSEMARY1925]

The help of God in your hands working hard you created a beautiful home for yourself.🙏🏻

[@clementinechristenson]

Portuguese folks see us sitting out in the sun and think we are a lil bit mad... so its no surprise the state of that outside space...imagine being the poor animals subjected to living out there... Now you have transformed it into a beautiful GARDEN area, a place to unwind and relax.... its not even recognisable as before and after... but wow what an after... well done Christina James and Andrew, on a job massively well done... and although not an instructional video... I learned lots from it :)

[@hjaltinielsen949]

You are fantastic mr. "the blond guy" - love your videos - keep up the good work 🙂

[@johanswede8200]

My favorite Weekly feeder on KZbin. Thanks from Stockholm

[@Scottwhittysydney]

18:00 dude is a robot on that machine. Incredible.

[@oldcars5547720]

You took an eyesore and a mess and turned it into a work of art. I love the repurposing of the terre cotta tiles, the masonry around the bread oven. Outstanding job!

[@Paronak]

i can see the older generations working in the courtyard. their routine. simpler life. you did an amazing job restoring it.

[@Yzabeaux1]

YOU GUYS AREN'T HUMAN!!! YOU DECENDED FROM HEAVEN ON JACOB'S LADDER!!!!🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@tessasinclair6315]

Blimey, what a slog!? Restoration of the chimney was a masterclass. Well done. You turned that courtyard into the most inviting, relaxation/entertainment area, ever. The pizza oven is a winner. The new owners could easily rent it out as a

[@LazizbekYusupov92]

I felt happy seeing how you decided to save the old authentic roofing, instead of throwing it away like in the previous house. This time you decided to save more of the old. I love it.

[@izzy1949]

Oh I remember it well all the stress and strain…the exhaustion and the delight when you finished another bit…I have loved every video…ther has been happiness and sadness then happiness again with those two who keep you in your toes most nights…and your well…you work very hard you and your brother and let’s not forget his lovely wife…you did an amazing job it looked beautiful at the end…your house next hopefully. X

[@judiemjacobson4613]

You are two of the most ambitious talented young man I have ever seen it work

[@mikeriddell176]

It all seems so simple, but that’s because you and your brother are super competant. Thanks for another great épisode.

[@Musicismylove888]

A little or a lotta TLC, goes a long way. You all, should be extremely proud. Excellent work.

[@rhondaelmore7836]

It amazes me how two people can look at the same thing, one sees demolition and the other sees potential. When the video started I was thinking it would be easier to tear down and start fresh. But wow, what an out come.

[@sheilaking1300]

That wall in the courtyard near the start of the video is gorgeous. I love the character and colours of the stone.

[@reggiegorney6486]

restoring old is not easy like building with new material.... you will never get what you should ...for your labor of love ...of what you do

[@lilleypops1868]

I can just imagine that court yard with well placed Planters.. fantastic job with it all.

[@alainaaugust1932]

Lovely results. To that courtyard sparkling in the sun with small, white pebbles the wind next Spring will send dust with hardy seeds that will embed themselves. Remember what it looked like at the start? And again when you came back after spectacularly finishing the house? How’d those plants get up there? The moisture barrier protects what is below but roots will love the moisture above it. You’ve created a lovely mulch for growing things. You’ll see. You, or a subsequent owner, will pave it over eventually. And install a hot tub. Fantastic work. Today my body decides to react to Covid booster. Your videos are the perfect antidote. Thanks and blessings.

[@BBenterprisses]

I'm pooped watching you guys! ❤❤

[@maiho8475]

I admire your team's strength in carrying on this big project without the help of a demolition contractor/company.

[@tessasinclair6315]

Adeus Real Algarve Living 🙋🏻‍♀️ Olá That Blond Guy 🤗

[@crazyinclarence5531]

From the major miracle you pulled off with the house to the second major miracle of that courtyard! I am well impressed.

[@jennichristie5264]

Great job and you did it proud.

[@maceyevo]

Excellent Andrew

[@Beardlovesdog]

40k U wow yall do magic. Nice team effort. I hope you will have a nice party for all that helped out.

[@davidtmckenzie2808]

Thank you for bringing order out of chaos! Very inspiring!

[@hiris1903]

I had forgotten how bad the courtyard was when you bought the place - WOW! what an incredibly beautiful place you have all created for the lucky new owners!

[@raffaellavitiello1762]

That was the part l most enjoyed ,,, absolutely AWESOME, YOU ARE ALL TERRIBLY TALENTED❤❤❤

[@TheKayc136]

Oh my goodness! Under 40k Euro's for materials! That is amazing! Andy and James, you are both true craftsmen and have done a wonderful job! It will be a fantastic home for someone!

[@noreenconstantine4612]

I don't think most of us DIY's can comprehend the magnitude of this project

[@marybanks2743]

Fantastic job you have All done it looks amazing. I enjoy watching your video,s James & Christina as well. Thank you 🙏

[@ceciliavallejos9887]

Trash to treasure, shining hidden jewels in the sun!! Awesome job, great work!

[@amandatopson5757]

I love how the back wall reflects the shape of the mountain in the distance. Beautiful result!

[@Sweetpeas12]

It's amazing ... what a bunch of grafters 😊

[@teresarondon4443]

YOU HAVE A GIFT! You are focused, very organised with a sharp vision on design. Lovely dogs by the way.

[@kirbygulbrandsen4507]

Fantastic ! A+ watching from Panama City Florida, USA. 🇺🇸🦅

[@lindalagarce8996]

A,axing! So beautiful! Glad you were able to keep s9me of the stone work and the oven, really made it complete! Hugs from Texas!

[@dawnesurley118]

We have loved every minute of this restoration ❤

[@Number_One_Guy]

from finished to fun well done 5 thumbs up👍👍👍👍👍

[@chalbal]

What a great 45 minutes i just spent watching this. Some fine work. I would have planted a tree in the middle of the gravel area

[@BD-lk4xp]

Easy to see that you've put your blood, sweat, and tears into this place. Great achievement.

[@dyannejohnson6184]

Where on earth does all that kind of rubble go? It’s like a jigsaw puzzle. Amazing work …what colour in washed rock!……I see I spoke to soon for some of the rubble…!wonderful ingenuity….THE OVEN IS GORGEOUS….would love to bake in that…would do pizza?…well my comments make a metamorphosis completely in line with your progress…what a transformation

[@nazneenabbas9119]

Very interesting video ❤

[@tutekohe1361]

That style of construction using Stone, Bricks, Tiles and Mortar looks very attractive, but here in New Zealand is unfortunately impossible. We have too many large Earthquakes. In 1859 we had an 8.3 with the Epicentre only about 15km away from where I now live. It was so big, it even shook all the big trees down!

[@kierancooke3556]

Look ,s 🎉amazing guys well done l think a water feature and lighting and up lighting the stone would make it amazing 😻

[@That_Chaplin_chap]

man i wish i could just pack up and go there...beautifullllll

[@kayconnell5144]

Great work lads well done..

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

Just fabulous. 💫👏💖

[@ccrm10]

Beautiful job! It is unbelievable how it looked before and now.

[@Hoàng-Thị-Hương]

Nature and everything here is so beautiful, you guys did a great job, after cleaning and renovating everything is so beautiful, you have a very good working team, love your videos

[@paulchogolmad6808]

Man! Portugal is such a beautiful country! ❤❤❤

[@Cristianoastronomy]

Thank You 😊

[@williamgamelisenaya793]

Wow,you guys are the hardest working dudes this side of Portugal. Nuff respect Bless up 🙏🙏💝.kudos🎉

[@johncowie3092]

Everything you did on this property was just excellent I really enjoyed watching the bits I did Proud you should be

[@MariDorot]

Incredible. The surrounding area is breathtaking too. Hours and hours of fun and relaxation for the new lucky owners :-) I feel like after doing such a great job with that village house, you can take on anything. Well done!

[@allanb9360]

Andrew. I started watching your channel when James was replacing the pillars in the courtyard. What a mess you guys were facing, and, what beautiful job you have done. This was a pleasure. 👍👍🇨🇦

[@rinacraig7307]

Definately not for the faint-hearted once again!! At times it seems you take your very life in your hands!! Crumbling walls & dizzy heights 😮.....but ....oh the transformations !!!! Awesome....awesome.....awesome Yes... love the rustic look , absolutely love the bread oven the cobbled stonework....very talented workmanship. Wow....what a creative partnership!! Blessings from South Africa 🇿🇦 44:37

[@marywiklander-williams6493]

What a splendid place you have. A lot of work...but worth it all

[@kimeldiin1930]

GREEEN WITH ENVY !!!!!

[@brunoscramgnon]

Your work is sensational, a true professional! Well done! 😊

[@newcreaturenewlife7911]

The artistry!!!!

[@THECATK7]

My backs aching watching this , but lads, what a magnificent job you've made. A total joy to watch. Thank you.

[@rosane205]

Beautiful job, congratulations !

[@intep-sl5om]

I was going through your old videos and one follower asked how to contribute. I replied to him that a PATREON account is the way to go. Most youtubers including Mapperton estate ( Julie Montagu) has it . This is so you get paid with the video editing. You are providing an entertainment to those who enjoy DIY and helpful info

[@jayneward6649]

It all looks absolutely amazing, you have all worked so hard on the courtyard, well done Andy,,James & Christina & your helper ❤❤❤❤

[@BelindaM44]

Never has anybody worked harder. What an ordeal. You must be so proud!

[@brennanlangless8912]

Definitely jealous of the new owners who have this gorgeous house hopefully they will get many many long happy years and incredible memories in it

[@lyndaking5538]

The craftsmanship and just plain hard graft shines through in this total transformation. Bravo!

[@embees4ever]

Once again, amzing video. You have transformed the courtyard. Well done you all!

[@sylvial.7272]

Gave you a tumb but you deserves 100000 tumbs ❤ saw #136 but #137 + your editing work is truly amazing ❤❤❤ your such a great and patient craftman! ❤