PROPERTY TOURING AS WE SEARCH FOR THE "PERFECT" HOME IN PORTUGAL 🏠

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

There are so many beautiful parts of Portugal to fall in love with forever, certainly makes it tricky to pick just one…! Everything for a chapter is what we like to say 📚😊 Thank you for joining us as we write this part of our story! Beijinos, Brittany + Drew

[@megbaptista9084]

Beijinhos guys 😘 I''m sure you will find the perfect home for you ... There are so many properties with so much potential... gardens and groves without end, and the best part, visuals and diversity and breathtaking nature views thruout the Country! By the way: My original birth spot is in Central Portugal, close to Aveiro a beautiful place, called the Venice of Portugal ... Take a tour there... you may be amazed and may even find your piece of HEAVEN there 😉😍❤

[@elgringoec]

Guys, I went through the hunt for the "perfect" (for me and my family) property at about your age. My prediction is that as you dismiss potentials for this and that concern, your criteria will begin to relax (consciously or subconsciously) to end up with a compromise which wouldn't have been adequate at the beginning. If it drags out too long you risk later realizing that one of the earlier properties was the best bet but it's no longer available. The quicker you review the possibilities, the less likely you'll miss out on the best compromise. At some point you'll realize that cleaning out debris and mess, fixing roofs and replacing sheetrock, widening and smoothing rough roads, contouring landscapes, etc, is not such a big deal after all and easily overcomable. Even enjoyable! Forward vision. It's the potential and overall cost. Keep in mind that building, repair, modification, and renovation costs are spread over time. Doing it yourself saves a ton along with staging the tasks to keep material, tools, and equipment costs spread over time. It may seem overwhelming now at the onset with your limited experience but in retrospect it's just a matter of evaluation, organization, and prioritization with continual skill building along the way. It actually builds joy from accomplishment along the way. Plus teamwork - divide and conquer. Setbacks along the way will be overcome and make the victory that much sweeter. Take it from a team who's done everything and now helping their kids with projects. I got a chuckle out of the notion that four acres is a big farm. Our daughter is on three and a half - it ain't big. Our son is on over a hundred. We don't consider that as "big" but adequate and manageable. And what seems remote at first ends up being less so than originally perceived. It's a matter of perspective. Onward and upward, Cheers!

[@ewood7372]

My parents left Portugal in the 50-60s and immigrated to Canada. I was born here but after watching your videos, I wonder why they ever left (even through they were born in the Azores). It seems like a beautiful country to move to and maybe a possibility (considering I can get Portuguese citizenship). Thanks for letting us discover Portugal with you... e

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Our pleasure! Being that the country was under the dictatorship of Salazar at that time, we can certainly understand why they moved to Canada. We keep hearing great things about the Azores. You should have a look abound citizenship, with your heritage, it may be really easy to get it.

[@jaimeconceicao]

you just need a birth certificate ( and your parents docs) and then go to the embassy. I think that in your case might be as simple as that.

[@bernedicte5860]

I guess they left in hope of better paid jobs like many others

[@michaelhay8712]

No work, Portugal is still the poorest country in the EU, you can’t live off the views.

[@module79l28]

@@michaelhay8712 - Wrong, that'd be Bulgaria. And "no work"? There's a big shortage of people to work in several areas.

[@cosmictogaparty]

Love going house hunting with you!! ❤️ There are so many beautiful properties, you guys hold out until you find the one that gives you most of what you want and need. Get a feel for the neighbors too. This is so exciting!!! 😊

[@RevGerryRM]

Since my wife and I moved in our house in 2006, a 4 lane highway has been built behind the house. I planted Leyland Cypress Trees across my back yard. Inside of them I planted Boxwood Hedges. The noise has been reduced considerably. With a water feature, you hardly notice it. Love you guys, be safe and good luck on the property hunt.

[@EvaVilla-pm5mv]

What wonderful work Andy does. Truly an art form. Your home is transforming before our eyes. God bless the hands that work hard.

[@jentommyontheroad8089]

Loved Drew’s “small and strong” comment…adorable and accurate! ❤️ Thanks for taking us along on this adventure!

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

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[@georgemckinnon7134]

Karen & Dustin were brought to you by the universe to help, inspire, and motivate your manifestations. How perfect is positive thought and energy you both project onto others and the universe. Keep shining your light!

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Always ✨💗 we felt that way too

[@leafgreen9099]

It is not only sound pollution that you get from a busy road, there is also the question of exhaust fumes that build up toxins in your body over time. The only way to clean up that is with a dense thick treeline. Good luck to you.

[@lauralarson3490]

Noise pollution from heavy traffic road : NO, you will never get use to it. My inlaws lived in a mountainous area, in northern Central Sweden. First. Moving there we lived with my inlaws. They lived in an uncorporated village of dozen people. It was a major logging route. These semi trucks, hauling 2 long trailers of freshly cut timber. Entering the village was on an incline. You could hear the trucks shifting before actually seeing them. The house & outer buildings shock each time these trucks passed through. Opposite direction, had hill coming down into the village, where you would hear a series of loud hydraulic brakes slowing down while down shifting. I am a light sleeper, and no an early morning person. I never got use to it. To me, it's as bad as living near an amtrak rail road tracks. I actually live in a national dense forest area, with no nearby train track (closest 20 miles away) and tonnage limited to no semitrucks nearby . It's very quiet, in this gated village I live in Central Midwest South States.

[@manuelgouveia2710]

Hi guys. A quick Portuguese lesson: 1 ( um) pastel de nata 2 ( dois) pasteis de nata. I am enjoying your search for a home in Portugal. Good luck!

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

I live in a 55 and over community of apartment buildings. Our building is right next to a major road. The community paid for the installation of some walls along the street that are 8 foot tall. This reduced the road noise quite a bit and is now covered in vines so they add to the landscape. I enjoyed your video very much.

[@bethharrington945]

I know you will find the perfect place soon. Portugal is so beautiful. How you ever watched The Newbys channel? They bought property in the northern part of Portugal and renovating. Check them out if you haven't already. They might be able to answer any questions you may have since they already purchased. Just a thought.

[@adosindaborges]

Yes, it's a great idea, I follow them too! You should meet, they could help you a lot! 😄 kzbin.info

[@debdeb62065]

Yes, I love their channel also They have traveled all over the world in their van too.

[@bobyonker8642]

Busy day house hunting. A good suggestion is to check around the area and with any neighbors to see about barking dogs or any other issues. Also try Make Do Grow, they are renovating their whole place themselves and working to overcome any issues with the old properties like moisture and wood rot. Thanks for taking us along. The right place will present itself in the right time.

[@Always_An_Adventure]

Me and my Portuguese wife have just had an offer accepted on our first Portuguese home so we know very well how frustrating it is 🙄 With hundreds of homes on the market though, just be patient as you don't need to settle for homes with road noise etc. Good luck with your search 👍

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Congratulations 🍾 we will find the right thing

[@kathifoynm]

You have been contemplating this move for quite a while and you are going about it in a systematic manner. I am sure you will follow your head as well as your hearts. Thanks for taking us along.

[@harveywilliams5443]

Hi Kathi👋 how are you doing? Hope you're keeping safe out there!

[@celiasnyman2885]

Its really brilliant how one gets to know what one wants as one explores different scenarios. Its so comforting to know that we are eventually lead to the right place at the right time. But a very nice journey to be on. I'm sure that you already feel very blessed. Do not feel any despair, you'll find your footing.

[@jcpcga]

Thank you for allowing us to join you in this great adventure. Like other people who commented, my parents also immigrated to Canada from Portugal in the mid 60s. I was very fortunate to visit most summers growing up and exploring this great country. My parents had a little beach house in Baleal, near Peniche. I haven’t been back to Portugal since 2018, but hope to visit again next summer. Safe travels and good luck!

[@Allen-by6ci]

I'm on the edge of my seat as ya'll are going through your search. You guys really are on the adventure of your lives. Enjoy the ride :)

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Everyday is an adventure! So glad you are along for the ride.

[@HonesE57]

Rest up! Remember...God has your back and He will lead you to the place he has prepared for you. Never settle for anything less. I promise, patience will pay off in the end. Praying for you!

[@awildbecoming]

You guys should defo check out 8 miles from home KZbin channel Portugal era as they we’re looking for and lived near to Coimbra and the silver coast for a few years and documented the whole thing. Could have some good inspo!

[@jaimeconceicao]

There are panels on our highways that make a good job on insulation of sound around urban areas. Just find the material they are of. ( some kind of special acrylic, with uv treatment I supose)

[@johnsexton3841]

Very isolated means less noise but nearly impossible to walk to town for a coffee and pastel da nata. In any case, get that van and then take a few months to check out each area of the country. Narrow down the area and then hunt for a house there. The key, take your time.

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

A camper sounds like a wonderful idea ✨🙏

[@johnsexton3841]

@@Mrandmrsadventure hahaha. Then make it a camper for aeveral months...

[@Faeley]

This is the best way to reduce street noise, just so you know it has worked in Chicago, Illinois downtown near major road artery. Red cedar fences make excellent sound barriers, particularly if they are built as solid privacy fences. Thick, tongue-and-groove boards are ideal. For even better sound-dampening, consider installing mass-loaded vinyl directly in the wooden fence. This material is sold in rolls. Adding thick hedges on your side of the fence and tree's helps as well, making the space more tranquil in the end.

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Great tip 😊

[@ThePortalTheory]

In a world full of anger, sadness, and stress...thank you for smiling and speaking with such a beautiful calm voice. No matter what please stay 🙏 stay happy and positive you never know how much that helps some of us. ❤️ to all.

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

🥰 always here for you and glad to be that source of light and calmness. 💫

[@ThePortalTheory]

@@Mrandmrsadventure ❤️

[@firstmate015]

Nothing ventured nothing gained. I've seen that first property 2 times now as so many folks are moving from the UK to Portugal. You are so right to just move on. It may take a long time to find the one you're meant to have. Take your time and don't settle as prices are going to come down. I'm rooting for you. Miss those custards, man oh man I miss those custards. So good. I have many souvenirs from all over Portugal that I think of you two all the time. The Azores is nice too. Very quaint villages and peaceful too. Enjoy and be safe.

[@pamelarw58]

I just LOVE Portuguese Tarts yummo!!!! You are the cutest couple ever, I hope you find a wonderful new home! The 2nd property was great with lots of potential, maybe double glaze windows for the noise? 💜💙

[@royking7298]

Yes. Rock wall. NOT a smoothe wall. A rough stone or rock fence should dampen a lot of sound. Also numerous trees and vines.

[@awildbecoming]

I would also say the two main points that I heard my Portugal friends say to look out for is that it can get very cold in the winter inside the houses (esp if you’re sitting on a computer all day) so good insulation is a must. And when you have kids the more rural places can be challenging as few family oriented events/experiences/community (mostly older farmers etc) so can feel quite lonely/isolating. Something I suppose you don’t turn any attention to until you have kids, but just telling you what they told me!

[@vannesareay9435]

Thank you for sharing. It is a beautiful country. It's so good to take your time till you find one that you just instinctively know is right.

[@janebrommet7942]

Thank you sweeties to share. My thoughts are with you❤

[@bohoxplorer840]

This is so exciting and fun watching you look at these properties 😃❤️😃❤️

[@1dktre]

being by a busy road, it is not just the noise, you also get lots of air pollution from the ongoing traffic

[@joseferreirapinto9523]

I am Portuguese living abroad in China watching your videos. It has been great to watch you discover my home country. I think buying a camper was a great idea. It gives you independence to rebuild whatever you want to buy. I am curious because there are people from Europe and US deciding to live in Portugal right now. Time is of the essence! Choose well. I will invite you to meet me when I am back to my place at Foz do Arelho, Lagoa de Óbidos.

[@gabsy6443]

Hi lovelies, I was talking to two ladies yesterday who had just come back from Portugal and they were saying that Sagres is one of the most beautiful places in Portugal, less touristy than other places. I am not sure as I have never been but they were so enthusiastic

[@gabygaedecke2411]

Re: the road noise at the 2nd property - yeah, NO!!! 😣 I lived beside a major road for three years, and htought I would get used to it, but it drove me nuts. It actually got worse with time, instead of better. I have now lived beside a railroad for 16 years, and have no problem with getting used to that noise. Good luck on your search, I am sure you will find something wonderful very soon.

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Wow. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@tedwalker1370]

The only thing that will cut down road noise is a solid block or concrete wall at least 8 ft. high. Hedge planting will not stop sound. I know from experience.

[@jeanlee1911]

also thenoisey road house gives off the polution factor as well.

[@anneyday3493]

I've been wondering about Portugal, and your travels, house hunting here are answering soooo many of my own questions.

[@stephengneri2136]

You two are way past adorable, thanks for the sharing.

[@bluezauza]

These are very old farms that grew from generation to generation that's why they are a bit quirky, each generation adding one more house, one more building and eventually hamlets, villages, roads started developing around them. Never complain about too many olive trees, they are as good as gold. ;)

[@marybates2201]

Wind chimes hanging on the tree, would help with noise x

[@alysekitchen4199]

Dude that pastry looks next level amazing!!

[@SuperHope58]

I meant about the noise, I lived once close to the Long Island railroad, and I got use to the noise and didn’t bother after all, good luck with everything I plan to retire in Portugal in 3 years,

[@ilonakatalindako-tolman5545]

How wonderful...Coimbra...I lived there and had wonderful moments ...so beautiful and history, happy in reviewing the area 🥰🤗

[@tinaeldridge3802]

Really enjoying this journey with you both and can't wait for the next episode. Take Care, Hugs UK

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

We love sharing it with youuuuu 🙏🌸

[@harveywilliams5443]

Hi Tina! 👋

[@luismarques9280]

Wow guys, That 2nd property in Murta is very close to my family house, i simply cannot belive you were so close. All my sumner vacations were there, big memories ... If need any information about that area, please ask

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Amazing you have seen us travel so many places and now we are right near the beautiful place your family resides. 💚🎶

[@peacefully60up]

Thank you so much for sharing your house hunting adventures and the nitty gritty details of property hunting in Portugal. I too am considering searching for property in Europe and learning all I can via you and other seekers is helping me narrow the scope.

[@guidoduesterhaus9828]

Hey guys.... have you checked the Alentejo Part of Portugal to find a property? There are hundreds of good houses and farms. Like I wrote last time about Vila nova do Milfontes in that area Odemira... Cercal..... Beja you should check also... Greetings 🙏

[@soultravelersiii3746]

You guys go!! it is amazing how much you put into weekly videos & I know how challenging that is. I love this one especially, as we are looking at properties too, only mainly in Spain right now as we love it, have wintered many years in Spain & speak the language. Right now looking at similar country places in Barcelona & Costa Brava area we know well and this winter will rent a home in the east of Malaga area on the coast where we wintered for years lean into the experience by renting and look at more. But we are not in a hurry and want to take our time & enjoy travel too. We've also spent a lot of time in Portugal so it is fun to look at houses/land with you there. My husband grew a boutique organic vineyard from scratch in Santa Cruz mountains, so organic vineyards, organic gardens and fruit trees is something we have done a lot and enjoy, so they are on our list!! The one thing I missed while traveling the world, was gardening, so figuring out how to do both. :) I have no doubt you will find your perfect place and you are already off to a great start!!!

[@maeveskelly4686]

Take your time. Don’t rush to a decision. There are so many places in central Portugal. Head to the countryside around Costello Branco.

[@arjanvogel6444]

Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love you guys, no good property's jet maybe you should look on the seaside more if you don't like olive trees.

[@lethiapage4767]

Coffee: petite and strong. Just like Brittany! Pastry: flaky on the outside, sweet on the inside. Just like Brittany! 😂😘 It looks like you are getting close to find a place to park. So happy for you guys! I want to see you get a dog soon. Or...a monkey friend for Rodney.

[@wanderinghome2004]

Hey guys! Enjoy your content! I'm an acoustician and build recording studios in Nashville and know a lot about acoustics. The best way to reduce road noise would be to build a tall concrete block walls at least 6ft tall (taller if possible). Another decent idea would be to plant massive trees (evergreen if possible) that will help absorb some of the road noise. The best solution would be to do both and use a metal gate at least 6ft tall. This may reduce the road noise by about 30% and probably wouldn't reduce it pass 50%. Since sound is movement of air, it's hard to stop it in the open air. Hope this helps!

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Thanks for your input and expertise! This is a really good idea. We have seen other properties with a similar set up near busy roads.

[@ppietrap3876]

@@Mrandmrsadventure Be careful with how you build walls around your property near a public road. There are rules that determine maximum height and distance from the road. You might not be allowed to build a concrete wall higher than 4 ft, though I think you can ask for an exception if you present justifiable circumstances. On top of the wall you are allowed to install another type of fencing, though.

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

@@ppietrap3876 great point! So perhaps an additional fencing with hedge of sorts 🙌

[@ppietrap3876]

​@@Mrandmrsadventure You could do that, there are certainly houses that do put a thick and tall bush hedge next to the wall. Or you can put a metal fence on top of the wall, though I have no idea if it would solve the noise problem. Anyway, building a taller wall is not automatically excluded, it’s just that there is no guarantee it would be approved.

[@clarkleakins879]

Are you going to explore the Mediterranean coast? What about more inland, the high mountain areas?

[@patriciarussell1177]

Cinder block is what we use in Oklahoma City Oklahoma, and maybe has some really cool artwork done on the cinder block, and then do a privet hedge, and then a couple of fountains🙃, but you must think about if a 18 wheeler hit it could it take it out and would your house still be safe?

[@glenfordyce3261]

You guys are so sweet. Don’t settle on a mediocre place. take your time buy the RIGHT property. One that you fall in love with no reservations.

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Good advice

[@arjanvogel6444]

And maybe look at Destino Portugal also on you tube.

[@francesclark363]

the water blow back says you have water in the breather hole, there is a tini tiny hole up the top of the fill hole. get a airhose and blow the water out of the breather line and water will fill much easier

[@harveywilliams5443]

Hello Frances! 👋

[@MacTravellers]

Love the little shower setup!

[@moniquevelasco20]

Keep searching guys. I’m sure you will find your dream home/land on this trip. Loved the 2nd. house, but too bad for the road. The only way you can get rid of the street noise is putting a wall or a stone wall. Love and be safe!🤗😘🌼🇻🇪

[@deborahashaw6044]

Keep looking you will find what you are looking for Safe Travels in your search. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@liambenyamin5482]

Strawbail wall is miraculous for sound barrier.

[@MyNest20]

What a fun tour you’re taking us on today. Watch out for the orange and black lions… they’re fierce!

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Haha!

[@Hammocktraveller]

avoid the road noise. Also beware of outdoor kitchen etc. It can be chilly in winter

[@lindadavis3728]

A truck with a camper would be a thought. You could use the truck around the land you purchase and load the camper on when you want to travel, visit people and explore, very versatile.

[@harveywilliams5443]

Hi Linda 👋 How are you doing? Hope you're having a wonderful time out there!

[@raycurry4168]

CUTE couple am enjoying your travels.

[@ReneeWalker69]

You would get use to it, the noise would become a blur

[@sherrybarclay7133]

This was so exciting today! I can watch you two for hours on end. Portugal is my place to live for sure! I'm dreaming my dream through you. Can't wait till next week! Cherios! ❤️

[@harveywilliams5443]

Hi Sherry! 👋

[@michelecarroll8168]

What were the purple trees along the road after leaving the first home? Love that area!

[@jaimeconceicao]

It´s JACANRANDÁs, they are from South America and were brought by portuguese navigators to Lisbon during the Age of Discoveries and then spread all over the country.

[@dianegriffith3006]

You’ll find those trees in Hawaii too.

[@grahamsfarmportugal2022]

25:06 that's a main road in Portugal I went through a few of them when I was in Portugal.

[@Susan.I]

Darn, road noise! Hedges, fountains, good insulation!

[@loeyminske3459]

Wish you all the luck in the world! Hope you find your spot soon.

[@catherineletendre55]

So soft to follow you! Good luck to find the perfect spot for you.

[@westpacificmarketanalytics2384]

Also watch out for sheep or cow farms nearby as expect tons of flys in the spring and summertime!

[@Hdio99]

hi, like a lot your channel, been following you form some time, I am Portuguese so maybe I can give some tips on what I see, not a specialist, I am just a 50 year man IT guy, my grand father had like 15 properties some big some small in central Portugal , when he died my father sold the major one like 10 years ago and maybe one or 2 more not quite sure how many, we still have some but for more than 10/20 years we dont visit them and some we even dont know for sure the borders and are very remote, some near the border of spain, one day I will take over and see if I can see where are they and the borders, the only one I know is we have a house in the center of a village with a garden witch is more than 300 m2 I guess , but the house is 3 floors was reconstructed like 40 years back , it was where my grand dad died and my father went there like some 6 month ago and said that because of lack of mantainace some wood doors he could not open they like inflated a little so he is old and had no force to open them some artificial ceiling on that top floor is falling not the roof that was put new but the second layer made of plates of like card board with 40 years they too get twisted or so and they fell from the frames...well its a pity but its a remote big village ( malpica ) Castelo Branco area, near spain border... well just to say a lot of properties are abandoned, people are not farmers any more like 50/70 years Portugal has changed a lot in that aspect. But if I were you I would buy something not small nor big , because lets face it you are not farmers, farmers its a hard life and it takes almost the entire day after day, you are not city guys and want more off grid but you are lets say modern explorers of more acient way of life...you can grasp and do middle enterprises but dont pick up complexity to many small houses with complicated spaces , go for simplicity , try to go for near water spaces not very far from water resources, not in the middle of pine and eucaliptus big forests and with roads that have good escape routes , Portugal has a lot of fires its very normal in all of Portugal and its a thing to be very aware, peolple die every year and lose all their houses and belonguigs so be aware, go for simple things with trees yes but managable, Portugal is a paradise almost everybody knows that because of weather, and affordability , food and a good people. the 2 first properties space was good but yes a bit complexity on the houses spaces, and the noisy road is not good for sure.

[@38below39]

Getting close to 100 K you guys ...good job

[@rickchandler2570]

Not sure if they have such a thing in Portugal, but here in the US we had a similar property in the country with a very busy road and ended up having a 6 foot solid fence that was specifically designed for noise reduction. It worked great. We ended up leaving that house but it made it much more livable.

[@eleanorcramer7986]

So many decisions. Could you find pickup with a camper. Due to narrow roads that might be too small or too big. Thanks for fun time. Lakes do get chill at least where Bee and Theo go year round.

[@ZeroWasteFamily]

This is so exciting. I have never been to Portugal but you make me want to go now

[@thepeacefulpack]

not sure if the property is still available only there's a very artistic community in Salir do Matos that has the feeling of being in the middle of nowhere yet 20 minutes to most things (ocean, city centre, etc) and 50min to Lisbon. anyhow it was two acres cleared and usable land with great covered parking for vans, a small home with utilities already present for 175. plus there was another ruin property 10 minutes to the centre of Caldas for 75...it also had services already at property. just depends what you want to do with the property - keep in mind that rv parks are plentiful and as you discovered free or close to nothing. ex. the rv park right behind our home which is an easy walk to the castle cost 7 euro which includes services, only there are plenty of spots available that are free as well. granted they are basically paved parking lots - only for here its the castle and ancient village that people come to see. good luck with your search

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

💗 This is good to know. We will have a look. Yes, campgrounds and free parking is abundant.

[@wandagetz966]

I'd put up a big fence and huge fountain with a pond

[@Seed833]

Love you guys right back🙌🏻🥰😘

[@joniboulware1436]

Sound from that road will noy go away. Even after electrification, the tires will still be making the same noise.

[@AllYouNeedIsLove601]

Love those Portuguese custard tarts too. We have a Portuguese bakery a short drive from our house and all their pastries are awesome, their food too. I can’t say I saw a property here that I personally would purchase, the amount of work they required looked scary and costly but I do hope you find the perfect place soon that doesn’t need too much work and meets all your needs at a reasonable price. Good luck in your continued search lovelies! 🥰

[@JEMCochran49]

Nice to know there's a plethora of options.

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

Be patient kids … the right one will come🇨🇦

[@SuperHope58]

You will get use to, do it!!!

[@lindaellis240]

You could build an earth berm As a sound barrier and place some beautiful bushes ❣️

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Bushes and burms are a great solution.

[@Susan.I]

Lovely water!!!

[@therodg1043]

Envious of your plan to live in Portugal. Beautiful country and wonderful people. Love the area of Coimbra. Like the University environment with the energy of a larger historic city. You can certainly find local Fado music there. Your morning of espresso and pasteis de nana brought back fond memories of our visit there. Look forward to watching you find your dream location. Cheers!

[@garyjeffries1041]

Put in new but really thick and bold insulation in the rooms are in most of the time updates on that will make big difference

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

Yes, insulation is a must.

[@dianebaker5243]

Thanks for sharing your property viewings. 👍🥰

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

I really liked what I saw of the 3rd property...

[@adventuresofroblana2619]

What about buying that closed down campground you first stayed at?

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

That would be amazing! 🤩

[@adventuresofroblana2619]

@@Mrandmrsadventure it looked like it may have even had a structure on it! We're stuck in San Diego right now, its fun watching your far away adventures!

[@Mrandmrsadventure]

@@adventuresofroblana2619 We enjoying sharing our journey with you all! Happy 4th of July!

[@grf1426]

22.00 And worry about future road widening

[@blessed7294]

They are all good but the original recipe is Pasteis de nata de Belem in Lisbon. I don't have gluten sensitivity eating the bread or deserts in Portugal or other countries I've travel to except in the USA & I loose weight w/out trying when I'm home in my beautiful country. I'm so jealous & happy for you guys!!

[@wjutjck1]

For that much Road noise, I would think a hedge wouldn't do it. You would need at least a Cinderblock wall.

[@tertiasom1]

Good luck TX for the ride along with you guys house hunting. Loved it.

[@jacquibrooks7059]

Great video both, we moved to Portugal last summer and have not looked back.so interested to see where you will end up.

[@indianahoosier5794]

Road noise? Build a barrier of sorts. I know it can be done. You can build it out of natural bush and trees too I believe. Looks like an interesting project...

[@SarahsAtticOfTreasures]

The winding road in the middle of nowhere is my kind of place. LOL