Georgian English Country House Tour | 2 Years Renovating

[@Italiana911]

I would keep a shower downstairs Maddie in case anyone in the future has difficulty climbing the stairs, for example elderly Parents, children, pets, or anyone with a disability. People do have ‘accidents’ if you know what I mean.

[@norafleming8304]

10/10 would agree and recommend. Having a shower on the main floor will be a blessing many times over while you live in the home. We have main floor laundry (which is rare in our neighborhood) and it has a BIG wash tub but numerous times I've wished it had a shower haha. Kids and pets are so messy!

[@debrafreake4759]

Agreed!👍🏻

[@iyzabel]

I agree, if this is your forever home, you must think of the future when you get older and climbing stairs becomes a problem.

[@VolcanoGroupie]

Excellent point!

[@merrim7765]

Plus, when you have a houseful of guests, there may be overflow in the screen room and they'll have a shower.

[@stellastearns1750]

seeing people filling a old house up with a life again always makes me emotional; to see a house filled in with people and family gatherings.

[@lucybeauty2543]

Maddie, your home is just absolutely gorgeous. You don’t see many houses like this these days with all the new builds and modern interior. This is just heartwarming, traditional and timeless. Well done to you and Alex, you have both done an amazing job! I can’t wait to see what you do next xxx

[@lorenebell9420]

I love how your style has evolved. Side note I didn’t realise it had been 2.5 years since I started watching your videos 😂 how time flies…

[@JessieRose96]

Can't believe how beautiful you house is....all the hard work and patience has paid off! Feel like 'the snug' will be loved by any children that visit or live in that house 😊

[@Loony3107]

What an absolute dream of a home, even just watching this makes me feel all cozy and inspired!

[@ciarahawkins92]

It's crazy how much can change in a few years. It's beautiful. Currently renovating and completely understand how you don't want to do anything until you can do everything. Love the John lewis home things 😍

[@maureencoyle666]

I havent seen your beautiful, cozy home since shortly after you moved in. I can’t believe how much you have done already!! You have great taste, and the house has wonderful bones. Just love your kitchen…the heart of the home!! 💚☮️☘️

[@sophie_somo]

Gosh, seeing it all together in one video like this really shows how much time, energy and hard work you guys have put into your home. Never missed a video of yours but you do tend to forget all the details. Truly beautiful and honestly so inspiring. I'm especially looking forward to the bathroom reno! You deserve the impending two week Xmas break for sure! x

[@beabarnes8432]

Viewer since 2017, I love how your style has changed over the years, your house is beautiful!

[@cosycaitlin5856]

I just love your interior style and how each room has changed since you moved in! 😍

[@katyjohnsonsiedentopp4485]

Wow, your house is so gorgeous. Breathtaking! You two have put in so much work. Very impressed!

[@MadeleineOlivia]

Thank you xx

[@prizz2173]

Beautiful home. Love the original details and vintage furniture. Can’t wait to see you tackle the rest of the house.

[@CrazyLadyKadriah]

A big thank you Maddie from the bottom of my heart. I'm very proud to say that I've been vegan now for over 2 years and it wasn't even something I was considering when coming to your channel..I just wanted tasty recipes, But you changed my life forever! Thank you for the wonderful videos ♥🧡❤💛❤💚❤💙❤💜❤

[@lilmissmischievious1]

Was so lovely to see how the whole space has come together. I'm about to move into my first space, and you showing all your little tricks and also that it's okay to take your time and truly think about what you want and makes you happy is inspiring.

[@TheCottageHouse]

I absolutely loved everything about the cottage. I also enjoyed listening to you on the tour.

[@loftus4453]

You’ve really created a beautiful, cozy, family home for yourselves. I love it! Especially the gorgeous kitchen! ❤

[@JoannaLouise200]

It is amazing what you have achieved in what is a relatively short time in terms of the 'evolution' of a period home...it is just so beautiful. It's also testament to the sheer hard work & time investment you've put into what is a really sympathetic renovation, cleverly finished off with modern comforts.

[@khurddesign]

wow! well done on the kitchen! that floor! and the fireplace wall has soo much more impact. beautiful!

[@annas1185]

You and Alex should be so proud. It’s amazing what you’ve done to the house. It looks beautiful!

[@alexandranichols3802]

Oh Maddie that is the kitchen of dreams! Love your style and how honest you are xxx

[@JoAnnaHolsman]

I'm watching this one year later.... I do hope you tackled the water issues. You don't want mold in your house honey. It's a beautiful home, you've given me some ideas and I love the fact that you went with vegan furniture.

[@allisone7909]

It's great to see your home and progress. We had fitted wardrobes built and where there was no mould prior to the wardrobes being fitted, mould the appeared because it was the most exposed area of the house and there was then lack of airflow. We cleaned the damp away and lined the walls with polystyrene, which came on a roll and was fitted like wallpaper. is This made a massive difference. You couldn't see the polystyrene and the mould disappeared and the walls became warm to touch where before they were very cold - the house was built of sandstone and breeze block.

[@deborahsolimine5438]

LOVE YOUR HOME❤ I love all the details and the rustic feel! I wish I was as good as you guys at decorating my home! Love everything about your “garage”! That leather armchair and details all around…your KITCHEN! Oh my goodness!❤ Big hugs to you from Switzerland!

[@joslater893]

You have a wonderful eye for detail which shows itself in all the renovations you've done up to now.All in keeping with the period of the house too.John Lewis vouchers would be a great surprise as we really need some updates to our kitchen xx

[@niki394]

It's so lovely to see a UK based vegan vlogger posting food and lifestyle. Lots of inspiration :) I don't have insta or tiktok, just youtube! x

[@DerekDerekDerekDerekDerekDerek]

What do their dogs and cats eat?

[@ginacrusco234]

Awesome house tour, just what I needed. So you have 3 reception rooms (living room, garage conversion, office), an eat-in kitchen, 3 bathrooms (main, guest, downstairs shower), a utility room, and 4 bedrooms -- wow! I know what the real estate mavens would say -- don't remove the downstairs shower because it adds to resale value. In terms of the bedroom you're renovating, would you consider moving away from the green which -- along with pale salmon and ivory -- is so consistent throughout your home? How about a lime wash in a warm tone, perhaps in the honey or terracotta family?

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

Oh I think this is a great idea, the lime wash. I didn’t quite catch if you said that bedroom faces the morning sun or not. If it does you most likely are up and about by the time the sun comes through the windows-perhaps- but I think considering moving slightly away from the green in that room would be nice.

[@JBotch]

Love your videos. My wife and I first found you when we were getting into minimalism. We watched off and on over the years. You guys feel like friends now and we are enjoying the longer videos as well as vlogmas. Hello from south Florida and God bless!

[@jamiepan7650]

The house is so beautiful! I definitely would keep the shower. You don’t want to have to add one at a later time. You never know what can happen down the road.

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

Your aesthetic is stunning and you always manage to blend traditional and alittle bit of modern seamlessly

[@natashaburnell9346]

I absolutely love watching your videos for inspo! I've just bought a house with my husband and we are currently doing it up. It's an Edwardian stone terrace so it's always nice to see what can be done with older homes. 🥰🥰🥰

[@tara895]

You guys have done such an amazing job, I’ve loved seeing your house projects over the years! I am so in love with your window seat 😍😍😍

[@christinawatkinsyoutube]

hey! new here, and I wanna say this is so special! the house was already gorgeous, but you really gave it some new life. that garage conversion is such a great idea, I can see many a fun family gathering there! hoping I get to live in a gorgeous house in the country one day too. beautiful decor in every room! love!

[@sabrinadevol1210]

Love the AGA! Beautiful home tour!

[@amberandfoxy]

Hi both! We are currently renovating our own home, and due to having to prioritise other financial decisions it's taking much longer than anticipated to save up for our renovations and projects! The voucher could really help us finish off a few rooms! So much of our house has been inspired by your journey ❤️☺️ thanks for all the inspiration!

[@madeleinebonella1844]

This renovation has blown my mind, it’s stunning and so authentic! Can’t wait to see more 😍

[@sallieanderson5670]

I love tables with barley twist legs. We're in the US and I have a pub table and the exact table you have in your living room 🙂 We bought both pieces for extremely good prices; $65 for the pub table and $20 for the square table 😍

[@georginarushforth1778]

You guys have done such an amazing job! I’m moving next week and this has given me so much inspo! Love love love your kitchen ❤

[@mollypreger9916]

As someone who lives in one room, I love watching your videos! I have so many ideas for when I eventually have more space ❤ Love how your Renovation style has changed over the years too

[@Madelineish]

I just want to say that I love how you found all of your pieces and the new renovations. I am big on sustainability and getting things second hand, as well as showcasing the character of spaces and you did it so well. Also your accent and voice is very pleasing to listen to. Great video :))) And we have the same name. cool.

[@juliemadden8091]

This give away would be perfect for my daughter and her baby who are moving into their new home this weekend, having lived with me for the past few months. The voucher would be an enormous help to her. Love your vids Maddie. 😘

[@friederikeheh6514]

Lovely home ❤️ If you hang the mirror in the living room much lower, the people sat on the arm chairs will have to stare at themselves haha. I think it looks nice where it's at!

[@penjelly88]

More reno content coming - best Xmas gift! I'm slowly diy renovating our first home in NZ and get so many helpful tips and ideas from you.

[@arzuaksen9751]

Cannot help saying 🥰, you are BEAUTIFUL 🥰🥰🥰 and your passion for your place just adds to your beauty 🥰

[@linzertube]

Before I start watching your video, I wanted to say how much I love your holiday opener. It’s beautiful!

[@hannahweltycade]

I’ve been watching you renovate this cottage since you moved into it and I have fallen in love with that style of house. Very unfortunately, I am from Texas 😂 So, now I’m on an impossible journey to find an amazing cottage! My husband and I recently renovated an old shop into a shop house and reno is hard. You are very good at what you do! I still haven’t done most of the details in my house 🥲

[@thats_nice_canada6283]

Absolutely stunning! The aesthetic is exactly how I dream about an english home looking. And you look so lovely! Sending love from Vancouver Canada 🍁

[@ameliabradley730]

Your house is adorable. Love your decor. The kitchen is to die for. Grandmother from Clearwater, Florida U.S.A.

[@SeaTurtle515]

I love your sense of style and color palette. You guys are doing a wonderful job.

[@TheQuornstar]

Loved watching you renovate your lovely home over the last year. I want to start updating my 1 bed flat in London next year and a JL gift card would get me off to an amazing start.

[@mimishope3266]

Blue is a great color for a bedroom. It is calming and peaceful.

[@CLWgirlysnacks]

Absolute house goals and so amazing that you have done it all so sustainably using a mixture of old and new 😍 you guys should be so proud of what you have achieved.. continue to inspire Maddie ♥️ xx

[@jennycox454]

What a dream that has come true for the both of you, from starting off living with parents to living in your dream Cornish house. I would love a John Lewis voucher to help buy an oven as we are presenting managing with a toasting oven. Wishing everyone on here a warm house and food on the table , surrounded buy the ones you love. Take care to all.

[@joanalee3487]

Lovely to see you both...yes to the Slipper satin color especially with hits of dark color....and tops to the idea of the older cast iron radiators...please everyone...keep your old radiators... new ones leak..old cast iron can leak but rarely.....xx

[@kmhmoh5091]

Hadn't realised you had a bathroom in the guest room, amazing how much work you've put in so far & it's great you have an office space you can leave at the end of the day, separating work & life is soo important, harder I imagine being self employed.

[@nilza3263]

All I ve ever done was a tiny bathroom in a house we recently bought and OMG what a nightmare that was. The miney we spent on it just ridicoulous. kudos to you for being excited on keeping with the works.

[@RidesInforests]

Maybe Ill just copy your house for my first time renovation this year. I love it all. Thanks

[@dilshaddealwis6543]

Wonderful!!! Charming, cozy and tasteful. Such a perfect forever home

[@PaulaWeber-pr3mb]

You've both done a stunning Reno, can't wait to see what you do next. 🙂

[@shl9560]

I fully support the idea of painting the spare bedroom green; I think that would be beautiful!

[@siameseire]

Fabulous garage conversion right onto the patio. Everything is beautiful.

[@virginiaspindle8403]

I really enjoyed your video. U do such a good job and u have a talent in description and keeping your audience interested. When u have a home there is always something to do but u r so smart to get it done ASAP while u r young. I look forward to further updates on your beautiful home. Thank u. Ginny

[@smallhouseinthemeadow6131]

It truly is amazing!!! I would do a built in cupboard around the t.v. in the bedroom so it can be hidden behind closed doors.It can be as deep as that little dresser that is under the t.v.

[@helenromanelli2544]

Live in an older home in Oregon ---75 years old (don't laugh). Older homes have their issues and charms. Loved your tour...what a wonderful house. I envy you living in Cornwall, too!

[@megreads9]

Leave everything as it is, the rooms are beautifully organized, they are incredibly lovely.

[@thraciangrapes]

Oh my, I'm in heaven watching your vlogs! I love this style 😍

[@susandelongis885]

So funny, in the third bedroom, I wondered from which direction light comes in. I guess, either in the wall paint or in fabric patterns, I’d consider a very light, buttery yellow or cream for a warm, cheery glow. A soft, Warm green would be a pretty accent with this and would tie in with the other rooms. A pretty blue and pale yellow together is also cheery, if you prefer to use cold colors. Your house is gorgeous! You’ve accomplished so much and have made stunning choices.

[@bethanybartran683]

^^^ this

[@fairelaine]

I absolutely love your home and all your renovations as well as decorating. Elaine, Boston USA

[@samdrouetlewis]

Can't wait for the spare bedroom reno video! All of them are so interesting, still amazed by how the kitchen floorboards turned out!

[@amycurran97]

So homey ☺️ I only usually window shop in John Lewis, especially around the holidays but would be nice to actually go in and come out with some nice things 😊

[@jemmaprice1361]

Thanks for committing to vlogmas Maddie! My boyfriend and I moved in together for the first time in August so we will have all the excitement to come of buying together and renovating 😄

[@jeco424]

So hope our renovations can look anywhere near as beautiful as yours!

[@sara_eliza]

I was just thinking of your first house the other day for some reason and how adorable that one was too. I love to see what you guys have done with this house, crazy it’s been 2.5 years already! Lovely job and I’m only slightly jealous of your English country home haha 🤍

[@elisa7881]

In utility room; a large laundry sink instead of the shower, great for laundry (soaking, washing doggies etc).

[@cathylynnpietranton]

Wow Maddie and Alex you have done a lot to your beautiful home.👍👍❤

[@eff237]

Maddie you have done so much . I would keep the downstairs shower I think there are very useful . JL voucher today you are been so generous to all of us xxx

[@allisonqualls]

It has turned out absolutely beautiful. Love it so much!

[@JamieGoffena]

That kitchen is ideal. Love it! Amazingly comforting!

[@Leeny01]

This couldn’t be more beautiful. I’m in love. You guys did an incredible job. Make sure you smoke cleanse your antiques 😅

[@margretkates1394]

I have a northwest facing bedroom and it was hard to find a color that was soft and soothing. Finally found a blue that was very grayed works wonders. SW Honest Blue.

[@SimplyJeannie]

Beautiful ❤ y’all did a absolutely wonderful job making your house a home.. definitely give yourselves a big pat on each other’s back.. ~ Jeannie 🇺🇸

[@Probablytracy]

You started the video saying 2.5 years! I was like no way! April 2021 til now is only 18m.😅 thought I was going crazy! Love all you’ve done.

[@amywest2402]

Love watching all of your home renovation videos! I'm actually doing up a bedroom in my own home, and definitely taking inspo from you. The gift voucher would also really help with the finishing touches to the room we are renovating, so fingers crossed!

[@HooliganMomma]

Your home is Dreamy!!! Congratulations on all of your hard work!! Definitely keep us updated on your continued changes!! Thank you on having a channel celebrating your Vegan life and for sharing it with us!! And, thank you for such a generous giveaway for a John Lewis gift card!! Absolutely would use it to change up some pretty tired pieces in my house!!! Good Luck Everyone!!! xo

[@katiecook6991]

Your house is beautiful, we love watching your journey ❤️ My husband and I also recently got married and love watching your videos with our 3 year old daughter! You inspired us to use 'setting plaster' colour in our house too!

[@theresareiter8164]

I moved in to my first apartment with my boyfriend in August and we try to shop very thoughtfully and so we only have a dinnertable for 2 montha now. I love your style for your home.

[@becca2398]

Omg those vouchers would come in so handy for last minute Xmas presents! Pretty please!

[@dinorahfeliciano5200]

Madeline, your home is absolutely beautiful! I’ve been watching your videos since the beginning of your renovations! You have amazing taste! Your rooms should be in The Cottages and Bungalows magazine or The Cottage Journal. ❤️

[@Redpill1962]

You are doing a great job ! Love the paint choices and use of old furniture . Also was a lovely unpretentious young woman you are 😊

[@briangenny8670]

Loved the house tour, amazing to see what you’ve done over two years!

[@virginiaspindle8403]

I absolutely love radiator heat and I love having radiators. Good job there. Most people want to tear them out and get HVac systems.

[@sandramosteller9944]

Sage vinyl lattice maybe framed narrowly with a lite wood.place over boiler stone wall just to top of opening ? Could add depth,easy to remove and maybe a wood shelf across ❤

[@Whoishere2333]

Lovely home. So glad you didn’t “gut” it and modernize the heck out of it. It’s just beautiful. (I vote for keeping the downstairs loo with shower exactly as is.)

[@MrsHRPufnstuf]

I just love this. We have done a major Reno and the mess is worth it! We are hosting a family of five Ukrainians which I don’t think we would have been able to do without our kitchen extension. So it’s a win win!

[@melanieelliott8146]

You have made your cottage really lovely an cosy 😊

[@relocatetoEUROPE]

Wonderful house glad you didn't strip out all the character. I imagined a claw foot old cast iron tub in the bathroom. Keep a shower downstairs comes in useful with gardening and pets etc. Remember old walls were made to breathe and when you use modern plastic plaster and new doubled glazed windows they don't breathe and hold damp inside the walls. Lime plaster has been used for hundreds of years.

[@natashadavies9569]

I've seen most of these rooms on different videos but had forgotten some of them. Treat to see it all in one go.

[@alexandrastevens8892]

I really enjoyed your tour, Cornwall is so beautiful and good to see something in my own country. Will have to start watching all the back issues

[@emsiesenvelopes]

Your house is sooooo beautiful. It inspires me to think maybe my husband and I could do the same - buy a place that needs some love and transform it. Lovely renovation and I was grateful you showed the unfinished parts 💕

[@lydiasalerno2320]

Just wanted to say thank you so much for your blogmas content! I look forward to it every evening. You really are going above and beyond with the quality and amount of content- well done team! 💗