Our Dream House is For Sale

There was this one house in this one neighborhood that we loved to drive past. It was our "what if" house. When I saw it hit the market, my heart stopped. I knew we had to go see it.
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[@BClanBeauty]

As I age and watch content creators, I realize that contentment is so important in life. The amount of moves and must haves, I ask, when is it ever enough? Best wishes on whatever you decide. 💖

[@champion4000]

Well said!

[@TheAnnej73]

They're running a business based on their home. So, they'd have to keep moving or acquiring property in order to maintain an income.

[@champion4000]

@@TheAnnej73 they are already multi-millionaires and richer than they could have ever imagined even 10 years ago. The notion that they have to sell their audience the illusion of finding their new "dream home" and moving every two years is the stuff of covetousness that corrupts the soul. When is enough, enough?

[@lemonlemon5286]

I liked the first house they showed on youtube. The house currently they are in is also huge and still not completed some spaces, that's what she said last video. For some people it's so easy moving, buying property.

[@kinzamohammedali9120]

@@champion4000aside from income it's also their passion, millionaires are still allowed to live and be human lol. Should they stop doing what they love because they worked hard to provide for their family?

[@champion4000]

Moving for the sake of moving every two or so years? I agree with another poster's comment about 'contentment'. Without contentment, you will always be looking over your shoulder because someone else will always have a better house, boat or better-looking spouse. Always worth thinking about your kids and what this programmes in them.

[@timinerie]

Agreed! What mentality does this create in the eyes of their kids. “We always need more”, “I need more to be happy”. Just admit it’s not a “dream home” and say it’s to leverage more subscribers. With that said, you have amazing design skills and talent.

[@denisevalentemcgee4802]

There are people who love the challenge whether that means moving every two years, or dumping a business and restarting another, etc. It's the thrill of the hunt. It's not so much about contentment but more about being bored and needing/wanting the challenge. There are people I have met in my life that do this all the time. They will buy a home, fix it up beautifully and then sell it. They make. a ton of money doing it and their kids are fine with having a new room every couple of years. That wouldn't be the way I would want to live but it's not up to me to judge it. As long as I don't pay their bills, they can do what they want and it is not my business to call them out or tell them how to parent their children.

[@mariel7964]

They make lots of money from these moves, but yeah, I agree with you.

[@susantks1]

Kids grow up WAY too fast! We regret many weekends we spent working on our house rather than savoring every moment of family time. Your home is fantastic, you’ve put so much of yourselves in it & this next phase of parenting is a BUSY, crazy, fun one that passes too quickly. Encouraging you to enjoy a season of stillness in your home with those sweet girls. Ours just turned 21 & graduates from college next week - I swear she was just in preschool! 🥰

[@asideofsweet]

Yes when both parents work a full time job, like they do with remodeling and content creation, it definitely takes them away from time spent parenting. It's important they don't just do this for fun but it's actually a chosen career. :)

[@crystalpowers5648]

100%. Just stay and be still for a time. Time does not wait for anyone and your family is only little once and in a blink of an eye it’s gone. 😊

[@shonabeggs4640]

So very true Susan.

[@blueyedlady]

Oh I feel this! During our kids' childhoods, we undertook moving twice, finishing the basement, adding an addition, and a partial kitchen reno. While it wasn't as time consuming as some other projects, you're right - it goes by sooooo fast! Now that they're both grown, we're going to take on some bigger projects that I'm happy we waited on til our kiddos were out of the house. There's a season for everything including a time to be still.

[@heidihuiss1173]

Yeahh..... no! Your existing house is way prettier. You may not have a lake view but your back yard is stunning

[@carmenkatz4191]

As a daughter of a designer who flipped houses, it was not easy growing up and moving so many times. It seems your children are so happy in your beautiful home that fits your family perfectly. Also, in regards to having Hashimotos myself- I don't do well living next to water as I do now. Winters are colder. I think your health will benefit more living in your current digs. Just a hunch.

[@ShelleB]

Moves can be hard on kids. Every few years going to a new school and having to find a new set of friends can be daunting. That needs to be considered, and I’m sure they will, but it’s about more than just having new content to film.

[@myazoasis]

It was great to go on a field trip with you and hear your thought process. I just adore your current home, to me the backyard you have curated in your current home is THE ultimate view. A beautiful yard filled family and friends, now that's a view!

[@roaliaga1982]

I kinda miss the old Chris Loves Julia😢(following since Polly was a baby), Closer to the rest of us mortals: full of DIY, easy ways to get a beautiful designed house with a considerable budget. Today is great that you guys had grown so much, but I feel is more “detached” from probably the majority of the IG followers. Just my opinion. I just miss the old CLJ no to much all the workers and contractors around. ✌🏼

[@aliesefitch1099]

Agreeeeeeed

[@TheAmshelton]

I was JUST thinking this same thing yesterday.

[@JPalms-hd9jg]

This mind set is small and ignorant on so many levels.

[@cherry-annbrangovits9792]

But I'm much you want them to grow and become the best version of themselves, why stay small. Love watching the growth 🙌🏾 ✨️ 😌

[@jsl2655]

I love your current house way more

[@karlaschmid8757]

I think that the house is practically perfect as it is, and if you feel you have to make major change than it’s not your house.

[@larissasevenhuysen5658]

Agreed! I would love here AS IS. Keep all the furniture and paint and be so happy. Love that cozy 90s vibe.

[@annsmith7207]

STAY WHERE YOU ARE! Your home is stunning. It offers the stability that your children require. . A home on the water is not the way to go - mosquitoes, flooding, etc. And the two of you need to appreciate what you have and stop grasping for MORE.. Focus on your family and an attitude of gratitude would serve you well. A family that is calm, caring and free of chaos is priceless.

[@hello.hello.]

House kinda reminds me of a Nancy myers house. It’s a dream house and location for sure

[@autumnhamm9381]

This was so neat, to feel like we’re all experiencing this along with you!! But as I was watching, I felt so heavy, my heart ached. And then, when Chris said he felt heavy as you walked through, I was just mind blown. It’s a gorgeous house, and a dream location, but the Modern Colonial feels like your home. I hope that makes sense. I’m sure you could make The House on the Lake feel like your home as well, but there was just something that felt, stressful or, maybe overwhelming is a better word, about that house. And when I watched your 2024 House Tour, I felt at peace watching you walk through it. As in, I could feel YOUR peace. That’s maybe a weird thing, and I may be in the minority here, but I love that you called it “the house that didn’t get away,” and are thinking you’ll stay in the MC. I know you don’t need any validation or need my two cents, but I just thought it was cool that I had the same exact feeling Chris and you both mentioned. Thanks for taking us along for the ride! Oh, and I am really enjoying your vlogs on KZbin! It’s such cool bonus content, like your own tv show. Super impactful and fun, feels very “insider scoop,” the way stories do on Instagram, but somehow more as well! 💗

[@meganelise277]

Oh man, that’s definitely a dream house with a dream view 😍 But your current home is a dream home too 😊

[@callynt]

If you guys change your mind, we'll certainly be here for the ride.

[@greentoffee]

The way you guys talk to each other with so much respect and calmness… what a wonderful couple. It’s so nice to watch that… it’s my first video I watched of you guys and I’m subbing 😊

[@chrislovesjulia]

Welcome!

[@pennylane36]

Well comparing the two. It has a lake but the curb appeal is much better with your current house. The back yard is better minus the road behind it. The grounds of your current house is more polished and beautiful. Exterior they are very similar except the 3rd floor I really like the ceiling height in your current house and your kitchen is so beautiful. Ceilings seem taller in your current house and I like your living room better. Your house layout flows better and the rooms seem bigger

[@withamandagrace]

That's a Nancy Myers dream home, 90's with all of the charm. I love that you took us on this journey with you. I'm glad this trip gave you peace in the what-ifs. Perhaps the universe will allow you to provide design services to the new owners. ❤️

[@RachelKaffenberger]

I enjoyed watching the gears turn in Julia’s head. She could see what it could be and even what it is right now. But it’s not your right now. And that’s ok.

[@RRW46]

This was cool to watch. Thanks for sharing

[@RemStone22]

It was really cool to hear your process as y’all talked through it. I really liked Chris’ thoughts on the excitement that should be there. I imagine when your girls are all grown the two of you might have a beautiful lake house together. I know I’m looking at the years I have left with my kids and I’ve dialed back a lot of projects and change because I really want to be present in this time with them. Life has its seasons.

[@jadeaj7]

Nahh too close with the neighbors and not much backyard space, no curb appeal also. Love love your current house

[@heatherdehart917]

Sooo here for this ride! I hope we get to watch this new adventure!

[@aless3626]

I think you’re making the right decision! I would never give up your beautiful home and manicured exterior and backyard for this home. You’ve already invested so much time and effort into making it yours. Get a small lakehouse if you need that at some point, or maybe one day when the kids leave you’ll outgrow your current space and get something small on the water.

[@lisai.7334]

When you realize your dream house is the one you already live in❤

[@olatunjiolakunle6908]

Your current house is so well done, practical & beautiful. This feels too open and the third floor is a no for me.

[@kirky9347]

I love moving, I love houses, I totally get you 😂 we moved a year ago and I think about my next house already. Thanks for sharing!

[@staciemurray514]

It was so sweet watching you guys walk back to your vehicle hand-in-hand💕

[@summerehlers74]

So fun!! Thanks for taking us with you!!!

[@georgiatio906]

I totally understand your curiosity in checking out the house that you’ve seen from the outside riding around. Love the conclusion you came to…thanks for taking us along the ride!

[@hollyarchuletta959]

Im all for grabbing an opportunity when it arrises! A lake??!! Oh man that is a tough decision. I do love your current home so much....but that lake. But there is no wrong answer here. So fun to come along!

[@lizswords5977]

Thank you for sharing! It was so interesting to watch. My husband and I have been in that position a few times.

[@leslierosslentz1988]

It is a beautiful home. Stairs…too many for me. Thank you for taking us on this tour.

[@Skodje13]

I don't know how to explain it...but this video was therapeutic and relaxing to watch. To watch you guys come to a conclusion on such a huge decision in the way that you did- it was nice. Your home is the most beautiful home I've ever seen!

[@kathywong7661]

Thank you for sharing the tour. I LOVED so much of the old furniture ❤

[@paytonholder972]

That house is gorgeous!!! Only you can decide what is right for your family, and I don’t think you could go wrong either way. This would be a beautiful home to restore.

[@kylaodonnell5016]

I love your current house. I could really see the playroom being converted into bigger bedrooms for the girls with bathrooms ❤

[@mariposa1933]

I’m getting nostalgic OG house from Home Alone Vibes!!! ❤😂 Sooo pretty! What a view. It’s very 90s but very well done for sure. Beautiful. But…..YOUR HOME IS JUST AMAZING. 🤩

[@reno_2672]

Great Video! I would do it! I absolutely love the house and I love that it’s a little smaller. I feel like your current house (beautiful!) is just a little to big. The other one seems so cozy ❤️

[@Relatedonthate]

Everything you guys said makes so much sense-too many mosquitoes by the lake anyways. 😊

[@jo4vt]

Yes! They could get a small lake house as a second home. The third floor is also a big no.

[@hamsonthehill]

It always amazes me how taken people are by the decor and furniture in a house they are looking at to buy. The furniture and stuff doesn't go with the house when sold but it makes a difference.

[@abbieschneider2101]

Wow this is a stunning home. Thanks for the tour!

[@mjrh45]

The lake view is nice, but it would take an enormous amount of money and work to bring this house up to the standards of your current home.

[@TheWritingGardener]

Thanks for sharing this video, glad you posted it- obviously there’s a lot of flack in the comments but that’s because your family is so loved and inspiring to the rest of us!!

[@Marie-lx3wg]

I think you should buy it! Jump in and enjoy! I watch from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺 and I love all you do. Thank you for sharing it all! ❤

[@smaceachern1]

Maybe you can get that same satisfaction and view from a vacation home. I kept thinking of the girls and what they would think of the move. They seem so happy and settled now. That’s a big job to tackle.

[@maranatha4133]

Your current house is perfect for your family!

[@amandinemanddyna2705]

@maranatha4133 Their current house is absolutely not ''perfect'' for their family. How could you know? You do not live in it, you do not know a single thing about them. By the way, the real issue(s) has (have) nothing to do with the house, or the ''perfect'' location. We do not see what does happen behind the scenes. Stop being such a naive person.

[@100Arabia]

I started following you at the same time as I started pursuing my doctorate. At that time, I bought a house that I thought would be easy to renovate. unfortunately, we got scammed and we were deceived and I was unable to focus on my home and my doctorate, so I decided to stop the renovation project in order to finish the thesis. by the end of this month, in three weeks from now, I will defend my dissertation. I spent 4 years waiting for the time I can resume my dream home reno. I lived with your videos and photos on KZbin and Instagram for long nights, reading about phenomenology and philosophy and peeking at your videos and photos. I was in love with the Black House very much and was sad when you left it, but I also enjoyed all the details you shared in this house, especially the pool and backyard. I learned a lot from you and gained useful ideas. I will implement a number of them later when I resume work on renovating my home. Although I am sad that it will be sold, but I feel that this coincidence between your decision and the completion of my doctoral thesis is iconic, as if I was on a journey with your family. Thank you for sharing beautiful details and moments. I can't wait to see your future project. Good luck

[@100Arabia]

OMG. I wrote the comment before I finished the video 😅😂 I was about to cry

[@pman2916]

I'm a new sub and have only watched your last video and now this one. Your house is so much more beautiful than this one. Needs alot of work to get it anywhere as beautiful as your current home. This is such a beautiful home though😊

[@tannieman1649]

I’d absolutely buy this house! The view & the porch. In 10 years kids will be doing their own thing. Go for it!

[@user-eg5xn6ri1z]

We have done this very thing! No we aren’t in the same business but find beauty in the change of seasons! Home is where you lay your head at night with the people you love. If the heart strings pull you to move you will, anybody would given the opportunity to live out their dream. Thank you for sharing your life! Well done ❤

[@teresasusalis7936]

I’m still waiting ! You need to go for this house 🙌😁👍

[@KaidynMartin-jl9ds]

BEAUTIFUL 🤩!!!!!

[@teresasusalis7936]

Well sometimes the view does it! It’s a gorgeous home, and your current home is gorgeous! If you love this house so much and with that view I wouldn’t pass it up! You can make it spectacular over time! Listen to the soul

[@Elle10033]

Me just thinking Julia got a million ideas from touring. Can't wait to see what y'all do to your home with this as inspiration.

[@lisagorman2480]

Absolutely STUNNING. If you can afford this....it would be a no-brainer for me. I think you should go with what your heart is telling you. I have always dreamed about living on water- you just can't "add" that to an existing landscape.

[@natal1543]

I’ve had this same experience. When you walk back into your home and you fall back in love. Then the once dream becomes just that! ❤

[@brianna2991]

It’s a gorgeous home but I like your current home better. Even with whatever you could do to this home! I can see why you wanted to see it though ☺️ the deck off the primary and a fireplace though….whewwww love that

[@mariapilarme]

He opens the door to his wife, how beautiful! I had a boyfriend that was like that. When the waiter came to serve us he always reminded them, the lady first. I love that. This behavior it’s almost gone in our society.

[@natalielawyerchick]

You can’t beat that view

[@foxflower9560]

I love that house! Very beautiful

[@PaulaLand-eo8eh]

If your current house was on that property with that view would be perfection!! I really think a place with a lake view is out there for you guys but glad you saw it do you could make an informed decision!! ❤

[@carenvisser607]

Here I was thinking your existing house is the, best I have ever seen

[@ginacota9724]

Love, a Lakehouse! My question, is that lake usable? Can you boat fish swim or is it just for looking at because once those trees all leaf out you’re not gonna see much of it from the house

[@teresasusalis7936]

I’m waiting, you have to go for it!,

[@Sobrien724]

This just popped up on my recommended watch. So I went back and looked at the tours of your current house and I’m not sure why you would buy this house. Does the neighbors dog bark all night? Is there a foul odor from an industrial site? Your home is great. I wouldn’t leave unless I was a senior citizen or something out of my control was making my quality of life worse.

[@newmodehome]

It actually feels very similar in some ways to your current house, especially the front exterior, but a a little smaller and less interesting. The lake is nice, but not worth giving up your current house for in my opinion.

[@amandabradley6256]

I could see the two of you looking at each other and the “cogs we’re turning”😂😂😂😂😂Who cares what others think….this place is absolutely amazing. Just imagine the grandkids playing in that home in years to come.

[@4everyoung24]

Put some red and green wallpaper in the place and you have the house from Home Alone. What a beautiful place even as is. That view. Wow.

[@agl5132]

The minute you took the photo of the stair case views my thoughts went to the heating cost, but that's basrd on my budget. 😮 No matter what you decide there will be naysayers and encouragers. You do what is right for you. As a couple it's no one else's business. We as viewers don't live your day to day life or pay your bills, the choice you make will be the right one. Blessings to you both. ❤

[@annmariebuckley306]

Go for it if this is what your hearts have wanted!!

[@mackenzieeiter3276]

I definitely see what others are saying here but this house IS so charming and lovely

[@erinvz3270]

This may be a crazy idea, but if you love your current home and it feels like home, but what your heart seems to need is the tranquility of water… maybe you find a small property on an unknown lake. You can rehab it without disrupting your life and then rent it when not in use? You surely can easily market it w the following you have and others could really enjoy it too, while having a respite space. We do this, but sadly our lake house (hunting shack) is over 1,000 miles away for where we live now so really hard to rehab, especially w five young kids. Maybe pick one just far enough away ❤

[@tynterthite2522]

I wanted you to purchase it only for the thrill of seeing what you would do with the interior. However, being how rare these types of lots are, I kind of wanted you to do a tear down and have your contractor build something amazing. Btw, I love the beautiful dynamic between you two.

[@cindynorcross3948]

I love your back yard❤❤❤❤

[@helenapacheco5740]

😮😭 que sonho de casa Julia, até chorei... ❤❤

[@LenaMMcKee]

We're in the same boat. Do we trade out big renovated home for a a home k. 80 acres that needs work? Or be happy where we are with our 3% interest rate and pool etc. it's a hard call

[@user-hr3cz2ym4y]

I’ve always loved window shopping houses too but, nope, nope…the house with the front office?! I mean firstly super cool. Leaving that sweeping staircase entry?! I mean the lake isn’t that cool. What mostly was great was the view but I’d prefer a much, much smaller lake house…in my opinion.

[@shiekdesigner]

It's like your old house pre the one you live in now, but instead of a pasture you have a lake. Uncanny!

[@nathalieisneon]

Current house is a gem. I don’t understand why there’s such a lack in contempt in social media, it’s so sad people can’t see the incredible blessings at their fingertips.

[@kimr4118]

Beautiful! I am a sucker for renovations! I grew up with parents that liked to invest in realty and flip houses while we lived in them. I absolutely loved it! As long as my family was together, I did not care to move the few times that we did and see my parents transform houses! it also taught me how to design and invest in realty and, most importantly, that I just needed family and i was happy :)

[@crystalclear5684]

Hey Julia (& Chris of course)...you are assuredly spoiled for choice, though the main issue seems to be Julia's compulsive creativity 😂 If I may, I would suggest that you stay in and enjoy your current home, and perhaps look at other places as 'spec' investments. Midlife crises is no joke, but it passes, ask me how I know ....enjoy your family and your charmed life together🌹

[@victoriahayward7923]

The actual house is very similar to yours, I think it's the location that is the pull. If the house was yours, I can imagine how stunning it would be. X

[@catgrl6698]

Omg I’m in love with this lake house! Can y’all share the real estate link??

[@marikilla147]

You definitely should paint your windows THIS colour. It is the perfect colour. And, btw, I like your current house way more ❤

[@jenniferfitzgerald1796]

The backyard is a hill, there might be erosion. Your backyard is stunning. Do you need another big project taking away from family life?

[@rneustel388]

That home is 🔥, but so is yours. Is there a place in your home where you can put bookshelves above a doorway like there was here? I really loved that, too. The sitting area off the kitchen, is that called a keeping room? I’ve always wanted a home with that. It’s the perfect place for a family to hang out together, or even a couple of people, really.

[@Briluci12]

Maybe the happy medium is a Lakehouse …

[@memoiories]

I feel sorry for this couple. There is no perfection in something beautiful. You can keep looking for perfection but nothing is ever going to be perfect. There will always be a dream home somewhere and u can keep looking for it because a dream is a dream, distant and something un-reachable. You can make a house a home full of memories and dreams, and that is where all the joy lies. Not searching and keeping on searching for something that can never exist.

[@shannontate8483]

Hearing everyone say how much work this house needs is crazy to me! It’s beautiful & cozy as is! This is a dream Nancy Meyers house

[@cassandra2685]

This video segment was a love story

[@gracesanity6314]

The river house....if you can afford it. Go for it.

[@VONALEXANDRIA]

I want that house!

[@mitchh9111]

Amazing potential.

[@Ingrid-rq3mo]

If you have the desire of a new project for a new home than go for it. I think you should modernise this house, modern furniture, bold art and bright colours. It could be gorgeous, but I think it needs a lot of work. It would love to see the process 😊

[@eborth5427]

No! Just no! Only thing is it has the lake…we have a huge house and a huge garden with forest and incredible views in the heart of rural Scotland that folk say is to die for. It was so hard with all the impractical space with the kids growing up, I would have given anything to have the back yard you have now, whereas what I have is like the lake house and the not being able to see my kids and where they are, especially with water! I’d be constantly worried…or I would have to spend a fortune on landscaping to make a flatter more enclosed space for my younger kids. What you have is perfect 😍

[@godsfavoritecowgirl]

your current house is so much dreamier tho

[@allvena1571]

When we were Young we were shopping in thrift shops . Now we thrift shop houses… Toys became more voluminous … Contentement … is free however ❤

[@a.kaiser8965]

not a giant fan of the backyard..

[@sherrialbritton3002]

Yes! Do it! The house is gorgeous and that lake view!!! It’s amazing. Plus you are running out of projects at your current house. Life is short! Do it! I think many of the commenters need to remember that renovating is their job!

[@champion4000]

Agreed. They will do with their $ what they want. But you can buy, renovate and sell. Don't need to move their family to live in it. Moving every two years because "life is short" is just bizarre!

[@maychan8704]

Yes ,another house going under construction/renovation for years

[@sherrialbritton3002]

@@champion4000 bizarre to one person may not be bizarre to another. Good idea that they might want to renovate and sell it and not necessarily live there. I’m just thinking about that view. It would be worth it to me to have the view.

[@MarianneInmarsilia]

If you can, find a tiny cabin on a lake to buy….not sure where you are…. or if you have the budget.

[@lrymey]

I get your trepidation regarding this property and what you’ve created with your current home. I would love to see what you would do with this property.