Our Cheap & Frugal House Tour - We take you around our French House for a peek.

This week you get a house tour of our French Home. We show you what we've done and how we've updated, renovated and furnished our home on an extreme budget.
Timeline
00:00 Introduction
01:56 Bedroom
04:00 Lounge
08:30 Lovely Stairs
11:00 Dining Room
13:13 Kitchen
20:50 Summary
Links:
Belle Vintage Huelgoat
bellevintage.fr/
Our Dog Bench Upcycle
• My Dog Bench Window Seat
Frugal Queen in France
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We are a British couple living in Brittany on a budget.
Frugal recipes, days out, home renovations and day to day making do in France.
We’ll give you hints, tips, advice and an insight into our life in France.
Website www.frugalqueeninfrance.com/
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Instagram / frugalqueen. .
Twitter / batt_jane
Equipment used
Camera : iPhone SE (2016)
Mic : iRig MicCast2
Editing : iMovie on an M1 Mac mini
Music:
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Some Sound from Zapsplat.com
KZbin Audio Library
Apple iMovie

[@lilrustee]

Jane, what an absolutely delightful and beautiful home! You and Mike have done such a lovely job. I can see myself sitting down for a cup of coffee or tea, reading a book, chatting with you and Mike, or just enjoying the quiet. That’s a house to be comfortable in and proud of. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and your lovely comment.

[@pennypincher5495]

I agree it’s so inviting and cosy xx

[@lisagarrison25315]

My word ! Combining your husband's talents and your frugality have certainly paid off ! The transformation is spectacular ! I love your home .....it's so warm and inviting. 💖

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Lisa, he’s way more frugal than me. He’s really talented and hard working. M very proud of him.

[@carolynhiscock9457]

The contrast between before and after is amazing .

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

It certainly was amazing to watch mike transform it

[@courtneyhenderson16]

I do not take anything away from Mike's considerable and valuable contributions when I say that you, Jane, are the heart of your home. Good job. Definitely a labor of love.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and that’s a very kind thing to say.

[@dianeking4817]

Love your house in north west France. So envious! Fantastic video. Diane. UK.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and your nice comment

[@lw6502]

Please show your husband who did so much of the handy work. Beautiful home to be proud of

[@selitaswipes8795]

Jane, thank you for sharing your home! It is beautiful! You both have done a wonderful job.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@bestlifeever4548]

I was fortunate enough to retire at 32 and turned 40 3 days ago and my husband is 48 and working but will retire soon once house is paid off and only debt left but paying quickly. I just found videos and have enjoyed watching them. I have 4 kids 15 to 22 and have 2 left at home so life doesn't look like retired quite yet but love freedom we have and peace of mind. I had bought home and cars etc before marrying my husband now a few years ago so my income covers everything and he has great business and does well. We have a small farm and hope to travel when boys are gone and he is retired and love seeing how others live and how others do things financially.

[@irenebaker8263]

Thank you for showing us around! Lovely to see homes in other countries ! Hello from Canada!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re welcome, enjoy our videos.

[@newbeginnings-myeverydaylife]

My first few videos I made on KZbin was the transformation of our abandoned village farmhouse and now renovating some of the abandoned outbuildings including a derelict donkey stable at our rural location in Cyprus.

[@sustainablyyours61]

I love your kitchen, especially the wall tiles.

[@jetv1471]

I love love, love, love your kitchen ! Hubs and I are in our mid 60s retired on a fixed income but saving to do an addition and kitchen some day in the long ahead future,,, hubs says we should just have the addition framed and walls put up and then live in it a while before doing the carpentry . I would like a free standing kitchen with less built ins . Yours strikes a nice balance and is very inspiring for me ! ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for your feedback

[@jeannestott1456]

I absolutely love your French home it is gorgeous. I can imagine all the hard work that went into making it your little piece of paradise in france was worth every minute. You and Mike have made a show house to be proud of.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and your lovely comment

[@melindabanning4497]

I absolutely love those tiles in your kitchen. Your home is very nice and cozy.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much for watching and commenting

[@marilynroberts6644]

What a charming home. It's quite large and decorated beautifully.. That staircase is amazing. And your kitchen !! Oh my goodness it's perfect. 💜

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching.

[@janinemcdonnell9221]

Thank you for inviting us into your home. It is a very calm and beautiful home.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re most welcome

[@veronicamoran7969]

I always admire your kitchen tiles and blue plates displayed when you are filming in your kitchen. Lovely to see them in context. The picture window in the kitchen showcases a gorgeous view. Thanks for a very enjoyable tour!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I’m glad that you enjoyed our video. Thanks for watching.

[@pinkiesmum]

Very quaint house in lovely France! I like how homely and cosy you both made it! It is filled with both of your efforts, for which I am sure you are proud. Thank you for sharing! Love from Malta xx

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Doreen, how kind.

[@bettecannavino4047]

Wow! After watching this you can certainly see the thought, hard work and love that has gone into your lovely French country home! 🏡

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Bette, how kind.

[@juststoppingby390]

Jane your home is charming. Mike is a gem to have make such a lovely home with his own two hands.

[@sarahgulliver6986]

You and Mike are such an inspiration. Back in better times, we visited Huelgoat as a family on holiday during October half term probably about 5 years ago now, having seen you introduce the area when you were renovating your old house in town. We had such a lovely family week, the children still talk about the magical woods and wobbling rock, I really hope to return again once the world calms down and starts to recover. Meanwhile, we have now both been made redundant and you have inspired us to use this time as practically as we can, tackling lots of outstanding jobs around the house ourselves which we probably previously would have just paid someone else to do. My husband in particular seems to be finding this very motivating and good for his mental health, despite there being lots of challenges, new skills needed, much patience with our wobbly walls and floors! We are just approaching 50 so some time to go before we had expected to be 'retired' but watching everything that you have both tackled (many times over) is positive and uplifting to us, giving us ideas looking forward to how we might want to spend the next 10 years here on this beautiful planet. Thank you so much Jane. Both your lovely home and your lovely spirit are keeping me grounded and optimistic at this rocky time xxx

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Wow Sarah, there’s nothing like huge change to inspire us all and you both included. If and when you are ever this way again, come and visit. Come for tea and cake by the river.

[@steamingiron]

Such a beautiful home filled with beautiful things. Thank you Jane for sharing.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Jan.

[@connieholcomb8396]

So lovely and cozy. I so enjoyed the tour. I think everything is useful and practical and Mike did a lovely job. What a beautiful frugal home...well done friends. 😃🏡🌳💕

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Connie. It’s certainly frugal.

[@Happinessiscrossstitching]

OMG! You are so very brave taking on such a large project of renovation, it has turned out lovely. I thoroughly enjoyed your house tour, thankyou.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much

[@sharonparsons9804]

Loved looking around your home. I envy you your wood burning heating and cooking, although I realise it comes with the added chore of wood chopping etc., There is just something about fire that is comfortable and comforting. Your rooms are cosy, and the mix of your personal belongings and your furniture attest to your clever use/re-use of things, and your frugal mindset. Thank you for sharing. Sharon Parsons

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I'm glad that you enjoyed it and thanks for watching.

[@JustClaireGrace]

I adore the staircase Jane, it’s beautiful. The style of your house is lovely too, some gorgeous pieces of furniture.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Claire. We love our old fashioned mismatched home.

[@SuzanneU]

I like the way you've balanced the fridge/freezer with the tall cupboard.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much

[@Carolmaizy]

You both obviously have the skills and the mindsets you need to be successful in your life in rural France. Well done!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks

[@minimalist_romantic]

Ah we had a couple of those singer sewing machine tables in my childhood home in Poland, my parents bought them at a vintage flee market and restored them with beautiful wooden tops. Everyone always commented on them when visiting. ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching

[@marie34K]

Hello Jane . Your house brought up lots of feelings from when I was a child. Your stove in the kitchen looks a lot like the one we had when I was about 7.Ours was a bit larger because it had a tank for water on the right of the oven, so we always had hot water Your dresser which you sort of cut up is something every French kitchen had....My late mother in law kept hers until the end...well Jane I guess I’ll just grab a cup of herbal tea and meditate ....

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

That’s really sweet. Thanks for sharing. Thanks for watching.

[@heidifidler350]

Thank you for the wonderful house tour. I love to see people’s home when they have so much personality and reflect the people who live in them.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You're welcome and thank you

[@Maria-bx6tv]

Your home is lovely! What a remarkable transformation!Thank you for inviting us in!!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks

[@sandrar5899]

It’s a beautiful home Jane and I can see it’s filled with love ❤️

[@pamelacourtney8998]

Mike is very talented . I love the tiles in the kitchen and the stairs caught my eye the first time I watched. They are gorgeous. It's a wonderful place . Blessings to all

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

He’s wonderful

[@parler8698]

Thank you for sharing great tips for frugal living. You have a lovely and comfortable home.

[@simonedutch1264]

Jane your home is some warm, inviting, charming and absolutely beautiful....it is such a credit to you and Mike for many hours of hard labour to create your home and I think it is amazing.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

How kind. Thanks for watching

[@rebeccapettifer6553]

I love your home too! It's just lovely! Your husband is so talented! You have every reason to be very proud of him. I can just imagine how long it took to remodel your home. I would absolutely love to have your wonderful wood stove in the kitchen! Its so cozy and warm. Thank you for the tour - I really enjoyed it! Have a beautiful week and see you next week!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You are welcome and thanks for watching

[@staceyjones3261]

Wow! Your home is the epitome of neat, clean and charming. I love it. Oh and your husband did an amazing job.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much!

[@maryannrogers8675]

You both did a great job renovating your home. It’s so tastefully decorated. I absolutely loved the house tour.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much Mary and thanks for watching

[@sandraskaggs6223]

I adore the tile work on the back splash!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks

[@daisy6186]

Love, love, love your home, it is so beautiful! Thank you for sharing with us, i appreciate it!!!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for your kind words and thanks for watching

[@marjoriemcmillan982]

Nicely done! So great that you and Mike are so handy, but also, that you know when to call on the professionals.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and it’s important to know our limits

[@tannaphillips6840]

Yum yum yum!!! Love those Shonneys strawberry pies!!!

[@Carolmaizy]

I love your kitchen sink and counters.

[@liztoth4324]

Lovely. Your kitchen is so nice and great to see a proper functional kitchen! Loved the glimpse of your garden door in the dining room as well.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much 😊

[@ashjoma]

I’m 56 and your videos are so inspiring

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much

[@saundrajohnson1571]

My husband felt the same way you do, but he worded it a bit differently (being from the South in the U.S.): “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” Those words always bring me a smile. 🙂

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Wis words indeed

[@jansumner4222]

Wow, what an amazing job you and Mike have done renovating. Awesome. 😊

[@Spot4art]

Thank you for a lovely tour.

[@veemcg3682]

You have created a very beautiful stylish practical and comfortable home between you and to have managed to do that frugally is quite an achievement well done and thank you for sharing and inspiring those of us who are not able or not inclined to throw money at problems. You obviously make a great team and with your many skills compliment each other superbly. I wish you much luck and happiness as you continue to work on your lovely home God bless from Vera in Northern Ireland

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you Vera

[@maryannowens133]

I have an over the sinc dish rack. It also has a place for towels and pot holders. Also has place for soap . I needed room, so bought this

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much for watching

[@elizabethcarroll3455]

Fantastic video of your lovely home. Thanks for inviting us in! 🙂

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re welcome and thanks for watching

[@lorrainreed3378]

Mike is very talented. You both have made such a lovely, cozy home.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

He certainly is

[@ericaslittlewelshgarden]

Love how you've got a story to tell about every item in the house or how much it cost and where you got it from! I could do the same in my house. 🤣 Wouldn't it be great if everyone else was happy buying from charity shops all the time?.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

It would be great. We've always done this. It partly has contributed to us being able to retire at 55 as we don't spend much money. Thanks so much for watching our videos.

[@aladawnjohnson9838]

Beautiful!!

[@arlenemohandeson16]

Great work Mike! Amazing restoration!

[@gretadurbin4144]

Lovely home! Thanks for the tour!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Greta.

[@georgiagray3136]

Very inspiring - love seeing your progress. Thank you.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You are so welcome!

[@lisagarrison25315]

I would love to hear a comparison of purchasing your home completely renovated versus what you've paid, all work and sweat equity included !

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

I’ve no idea. We didn’t renovate it to make money. To us, this little cottage is our dream home and we’re never leaving.

[@trudyorth6037]

Loved seeing your home! You have done an amazing job!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re very welcome

[@mariamartinez9126]

Loved your home!❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@erinlavigne6644]

Thank you for the tour of your lovely, lovely home!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Erin

[@mandifields2621]

It's beautiful Jane! I love that you took an old house and made it new again! I love your kitchen tiles! ❤

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Mandi

[@bradlafferty]

You both have done wonders with the remodeling! Quite a charming and homey home! Thanks for the tour!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much for watching

[@patrickmcvey72]

Thank you for sharing. Your home is very nice and it is done so very practically. We don’t have to live with expenses so high when we simply appreciate the simplicity and utilize our resources. I love to buy used to create a home that I make. I love your budget clips Because the bottom line is that we are rich matter how much we make depending on how we manage our money. I think that’s what I like most about your channel. I am not a subscriber from the USA and I just found your channel so keep up the good work.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks so much for your kind words

[@evahelenmyrvold9882]

I love your home! the kitchen is beautiful.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you so much!

[@chantalcooper8473]

Very nice and very clean

[@rachelwalsh4378]

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home🏡

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re welcome.

[@jeannetteshahenkari265]

What a treat!!! Thank you for sharing your lovely home with us!! 🤗

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very kind.

[@Evie329]

Beautiful home Jane! Thank you for sharing. 💜✌

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Yvette

[@melaniebaker2233]

Love the view of the trees from your kitchen, beautiful x

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Yay! Thank you!

[@jills5849]

Really enjoyed the video. Lovely work by both of you!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kathleenschlichting6039]

What a lovely home ! Obviously full of love 💕

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Kathleen.

[@mskazz642]

Such a lovely home. Fabulous fireplace!🤗

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much

[@kenneth7610]

I love your home the both of you have made. The kitchen us my favorite!!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Mine too!

[@Disflop]

You have made such a beautiful home - thank you for showing it.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you

[@mytinyketolife6797]

I like how you made a window seat between your two tall cabinets

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Here's how we made it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHzFemubbseYjdE

[@bonniebishop6635]

Jane what a calming and simple home. Lovely. 🙏👍🏻❤️

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you Bonnie

[@howellshq1165]

I remember when you first bought it and to see it complete now is absolutely amazing 🤩. I hope you are both proud of your accomplishments 😻

[@ja14803]

I LOVED IT!❤️. Would love to see your sewing area! I enjoy all your videos! Thank you so much!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’ll see it in sewing tutorials, thanks for watching

[@jackieappleton8791]

Well I loved this tour of your lovely home. You are such a good team to have pulled all of this together. I admire you so much for sharing all your ideas and tips. Thank you.

[@davidbowie2046]

Looks lovely. Love them tiles! Nice and clean too :) I'm all for buying decent quality second hand furniture, rather than new cardboard wood things. Proper wood will last a lifetime if looked after.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching

[@rhondacromer1474]

Beautiful home!

[@diannessewingroom7]

That was lovely, I love to see your house you have made it into a wonderful home. I also love all your upcycle projects as I like to do that too. Thank you for sharing. x

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

You’re welcome and I’m glad that you enjoyed our video.

[@janecartmale2884]

Lovely home Jane, Mike is a clever persons but he couldn't have done it without your clever input. I know it's been said before but the kitchen wall tiles are to die for and your doggies looked comfy in their hidey hole! X

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

He’s great and he never stops working. Thanks for watching

[@amyfeldman1827]

Love your house. Especially the kitchen!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks, it’s my favorite room.

[@ShoestringJane]

Lovely house. Your kitchen especially is fab!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Jane. It’s my favorite room.

[@stef4866]

What a beautiful home you guys have. Thank you for sharing!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thank you

[@AK-gh6cp]

How inspiring!!! You and Mike are both so skilled. Thanks for sharing your home with us. :)

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and your kind words.

[@liannetrusler3797]

Your home is beautiful and I absolutely love your kitchen tiles xx

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much

[@mariongratzer1692]

filled from beautiful people! Thank you! You and Mike did a great job!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

How kind.

[@jbulldogmom]

Thanks for the tour. What a lovely home and you both have done a fantastic job making it inhabitable. Kudos!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@carol.luna.stella]

I loved this home tour. What a cozy, friendly place. You have both done really well.

[@gailrobertson9467]

Wow, you guys have done a fantastic job on your home , its really lovely :))

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Gail

[@marthaross6301]

Your home is charming. I really love your kitchen

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much.

[@gudrunberg2205]

What a beautiful home! And those colours!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks very much

[@isabelvieira3727]

Very cozy. I hope you both have many years to enjoy it.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching

[@claudiagutierrez7218]

Your home is lovely and cozy!

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks

[@belindacopson2390]

I particularly love your charming and practical kitchen. Delightful.

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Belinda

[@rev.ruthe.gallot9103]

lovely, cozy home. Thank you for invting us in

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks Ruth

[@karenccs67]

Beautiful home Jane x

[@FrugalQueeninFrance]

Thanks for watching and commenting

[@kathyesargent9088]

Great job Mike beautiful