Renovating an abandoned stone house - Taking down walls!

[@nancibishof6462]

The container allows you to live onsite as you renovate the property. Rent would have cost much more and once the house is renovated can either be a guesthouse for friends and family or a B&B to generate income. It was a great investment!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thanks we think so too!

[@carlosdelagarza8983]

Well done, you! Would you have guessed five years ago that you would acquire all of these diverse building and videography skills? I am very impressed with all of you!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thanks Carlos! 5 years ago we were in such a different place in our lives. Never we would have thought we would be here. It is wild what can happen in one's lives... Happy new Year!

[@chantaln6843]

Could you show a 360 view of the completed mom’s bedroom & tiny kitchen & bath… pretty please 🥺 Meanwhile, I love the new doorway leading from the container into the kitchen & bath. Also I love the idea of covering the container with wood… brilliant!!!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

We will do! We are due to make lots of start to finish videos but we need to finish the final touches first before we show you how it looks in mums bedroom :)

[@AB-so3jv]

congrats!!!!! i love how you care for your mom!!!

[@katiadp2145]

Merry Christmas to you all!!!!🇬🇷 🇬🇷

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Merry Christmas!

[@rosegarchow8642]

Get yourself a Maddox to dig those little ditches. It’s a great garden tool. I use mine all the time, and I made it two years old.

[@andrepeixoto23]

Congratulations on your achievments. We just started our journey in a Mafra ruin...

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Our best wishes to you! It is an exciting journey. Patience and enough time off!

[@tomwilson5822]

You need to take the starter motor off the Audi and give it an oil up. Love you posts

[@TheIndigoEscape]

I'm going to tell Omar that. The car has been giving us quite a bit of grief lately :(

[@JudySnyder-dv5ld]

As a mom, with grown children, I love that you include your mom in everything.

[@ctownsend4600]

I liked when Mom took the bathroom sick fixture and used it as a microphone 🎤. Too cute!

[@ShoresofGitcheGumee]

except for the pastry LOL

[@donzinette]

I was thinking the same thing. It's so great to see Andrea's mom there. She's also an amazing worker in the garden.

[@lieuwina]

You have come so far this year in the build and breaking through to the kitchen was indeed a very happy occasion. I love how Omar and Simon were so happy that it came out with a clean cut and were just about dancing a jig. Now it will start feeling like a home and not a container all the rooms flowing into each other and what a beautiful job was done through out this project. You are all such a good team and I love how your mom and sister also get stuck in. A lovely family renovation. Wishing you Andrea, Omar, your mom, Simon and your sister and family a very Merry Christmas and a blessed, happy, healthy, prosperous New year for 2024. Thank you for all your hard work on your filming, editing, sharing and taking us along for the ride. Have appreciated it very much and will continue to enjoy the future videos. Have a lovely day.

[@joannecalcutt6724]

I love the vinyl floor. People don’t realize how vinyl flooring has improved in the last 20 years in quality and beauty. Well done.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Absolutely! And in England and the US there are so many more options! Here are a few but we were fourtunate to find a design that goes with the overall aesthetics. It's also really warm!

[@charlene5461]

🎉❤I love our vinyl flooring! No worries of warping a product that gets the least bit wet and starts decaying! Can slosh that cotton mop and swab the deck no worries!! And how beautiful!! Our floor looks like an old barn floor and we LOVE it!!

[@knelson5442]

I love your vegetable garden bed design. The tiles will help you slowly build up the soil so you get the benefits of a raised bed system. Plus the water won’t run off. Great job.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Yeah! I think it will also help it not to get too hot during the summer. Fingers crossed!

[@LorraineinAustralia]

I’m so very happy to see the break through to the kitchen. It a real house now, with rooms👏👏👏❤️🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@colleenbrookes-gain6662]

Andreas expression Had me in stitches regarding that pastry and saying she had to gobble it up cz Omar ate up her Mom's one 😂 Place is looking nicer with each vid.. Way to go you guys 🇿🇦

[@TheIndigoEscape]

haha I actually didnt know Omar was filming me until I checked all our footage for this video!

[@julzrouge369]

I really like that you are re-using most of the old stones and try to keep the original building style. Have a wonderful holiday time. ❤

[@Infinitepossibilitiesat56plus]

So excited to see the new door way , the outside panels covering the white container and the start on the future living room ! Amazing!

[@susanriverione7437]

Oh my god what a thrill! We all were caught up in the new doorway laughing with you. My dad was gifted as well in the many skills of building as your brother-in-law. I was his sidekick and experienced the fun of completely moving an entrance, completely finished for a surprise for my mum! Delightful to watch your journey. Hi Mum! We love watching your family create a lovely home for you.l💌

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thak you so much Susan! It is a blessing to have Simon, we have learnt so much from him as well. It is a very special prooject. In the future w will look at everything and someone will say 'I did that!"

[@carmenmariacortesmarin2664]

I am so happy seeing the joy and laughter while you guys walk from the bedroom to the kitchen and back. . Simon joined in, and then your mom. I felt I was jumping from your bedroom to your kitchen alongside you 😅 Great video ❤❤❤❤

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Glad you enjoyed it Thank you!

[@johncooper5293]

All that hard work is paying off.

[@uk-hon5769]

Little tip or two for next time. Make sure the plugs are soaked in water and fill the hole with water and allow it to drain away, then plant. Also, little and often should be the mantra, otherwise you end up with gluts. Make your own 'plugs' by using old plastic containers lined with kitchen towel to sprout seeds under the kitchen sink before 'potting on' into soil or compost. Old egg boxes are great for sprouted seeds, then pots.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

what a great tip! Thank you very much for sharing!

[@patyrockstar41]

Hi Andrea! I loved that idea on using the tiles for the garden area, looks really good and very portuguese. Keep doing the great job!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thank you! it took me a while to understand how I can manage to do it but we got there. I would have been such a shame to just get rid of the tiles so Im glad we found a way to reuse them.

[@knelson5442]

You could really feel your excitement to finally have a fully contained and private living space. I loved how excited your brother in law was and your mom. I’m top of that your log cabin aesthetic is really beautiful. It shows that you had a shared vision and great fun seeing it come together.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Definitely getting there. It has taken time but we really appreciate what has been achieved. This is one of the reason it has taken me 3 weeks to get a video out. We have been just enjoying and appreciating our new space.

[@abang_ku]

love you simon for the kitchen

[@monikacarless_wordwitch]

I love how joyful you are about the small/big things, it makes me smile.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

We always talk about this actually. How we were physically more comfortable in the UK with a big house and better amenities but we feel so much more fulfill here with much less. We do need much to be happy, just good company and nature.

[@patriciabrawner3717]

Just finished watching your video, it was just amazing, everything is coming together and it looks amazing. Looking forward to your next video. So wonderful to see family work together. I am recovering from back surgery that I had on Nov 21 and I am healing but sometimes I feel down because the process seems so slow, but this is my 3rd back surgery and hopefully my last. Anyway just wanted to say thank you to all of you for brightening my day. Wishing all of you a blessed week and Merry Christmas

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Oh wow Patricia, what a journey you are going through, keep strong and were wishing you a very special Christmas and may 2024 be so much better than 2023 ❤️❤️❤️

[@celiapereira5223]

Step by step your home is coming together and looking very cosy, well done you all 👏👏👏

[@lancedaniels]

Thanks for posting and sharing. Great work on the vinyl flooring.

[@ollieolllie]

Wow. Fantastic progress. It’s great to see your hard work paying off. Congratulations 🎉

[@jeniferpollonais6546]

Wonderful achievement! I love that you are getting more comfortable! The tiny house is so cute! 😊

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thank you!! 😊

[@Martipenny]

Everything is going g to be stunning when you finish!!! Great job reusing what you have instead of throwing it out!!!!

[@conchavilela2361]

Genial Andrea 👏👏👏👏.

[@snakey319]

bacalaitos always are good, breakfast, lunch, dinner. You guys are great and mama too, wonderful family.

[@izzy1949]

Oh my word that was amazing cutting that doorway I was so excited for you…. I love the way you are repurposing the tiles in the garden…im so looking forward to you starting the breeze block interior of your dining room and the tongue and groove exterior is making the container (best 2 1/2 grand ever spent..loved that)look like a wood cabin…❤

[@debbietrotter8857]

Loved seeing the mushrooms, caterpillar, garden, and all your work! Wonderful!

[@WalterWhite-1957]

You guys are so awesome the joy that you showed over the simple thing as cutting a doorway Unlike here in the USA we have lost our way in the simpler ways of life I’m so envious looking forward to the next chapter in your renovation

[@snakey319]

necessity is the mother of invention and human progress. When life is easy so are we, when we have to , we do.

[@kathyprime5430]

So excited the container is getting is much needed improvement. I was not expecting that to happen until after the main house was tackled.

[@r.salyer8179]

I'm so happy for you all. So many successes shared in this video, so many challenges planned for the future. Your excellence in building is only improving and we love seeing it. Congratulations 🎉🎉

[@LilybetMells]

It's always the little milestones that make the biggest joy❤ I can't wait to see what 2024 brings for you guys. Merry Christmas and a wonderful new year xx

[@OaktreePaula]

So many exciting things happening!

[@TheSunnySaudadeProject]

So happy for you! We started watching your channel during covid while planing our own journey to Portugal. It feels like you are really starting to make progress towards that dream home now. The part where you cut out that doorway was so satisfying to watch. keep up the good work 💪💪💪

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Ahh! Thank you guys! Hope you are having progress with yours as well! Thank you for your support!

[@katieallen3927]

My cats make the same face of disappointment when treats are not forthcoming when demanded. 😊

[@neutonrenda2303]

Merry Christmas, have a wonderful Christmas together with loads of love and laughter, family and friends. Best wishes from South Africa.❤

[@richardedkins8856]

Wonderful. This is such an exciting project to follow. I share in your joy. We'll done to you all. I love your channel.

[@brianfitch9030]

Bom trabalho! I really love the music in the videos too.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Ah cool! I appreciate this comment as I do take ages finding music you guys may like!

[@rachelpiscitell9993]

🎉 How exciting.

[@alzera473]

Ah that was awesome, its turned out really good..well done guys.🎉😅

[@SonyaTucker]

Hiya Omar and Andrea, I've loved watching your journey from the very beginning up til now and the transformation is amazing, you both should be very proud of what you have achieved in such a short time, (I love the kitchen flooring!), and how your finishing off the last bits in your tiny home, it's amazing that just moving a few things around will make your tiny home feel bigger, so can't wait to see it all done, and looking forward to seeing what you do with your garden, sending best wishes from Somerset England😃👌🇬🇧

[@momentos...]

Adoro vocês, é maravilhoso o vosso trabalho e alegria de viver!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Muito Obrigada!

[@carolkar5687]

What a fun, joyous video for my morning. Thanks

[@Brellowcrop]

Happy christmas, guys. Hope it's not too cold

[@kimward8322]

Merry Christmas to you all and a Happy New Year 🎄🎄🎄

[@HotkeysPortugal]

Great work as ever guys, I especially like the idea with the tiles and the raised beds - I might bookmark that one for later as a use for some of ours. Take care, and boas festas, Phil & Jane.🎄🏡🥂

[@doriskuhberger8559]

Awesome video. That is a lot of progress. Well done all of you. Thank you for sharing. Love and Blessings to you all. ❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏 Doris, Penrith 🇦🇺🦘

[@izzy1949]

Good job that looks lovely..

[@beyazdizi1429]

I love the bolted wooden door... I live in Turkey. In the capital Ankara... And there is a transition between the living room and the kitchen. I wish there was a sliding door like that in that part...

[@shirleygraham6229]

Good steps forward, rain or dry. Well done.

[@harrietlivengood6793]

It’s looking great!

[@jrnamida5470]

Happy Holidays, on Xmas eve...

[@mafish7962]

Great progress this year guys! Have an amazing Christmas and wonderful New Year! Laura ❤❤❤

[@Martipenny]

Your work is absolutely beautiful!!!! Good job!!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@turawolfe2841]

WOW!! All looking great!!!

[@brianquinn5060]

Love your progress, Love your family. Best wishes for the festive time. Many thanks for sharing your busy life. I always look forward to your videos.

[@paulacunha6792]

👏👏está a ficar lindo até à mãe já está mais habituada ao youtube 😂😂

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Não posso gostar mais do comentário haha é assim!

[@patyrockstar41]

Hi Omar, you should have brought some pastéis de nata from Sonho Doce, they are amazing!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Oh! When we go back for some more wood which inevitably soon, we will definitely get some!

[@yaisaprice5267]

Amazing ❤✨️💖

[@Heshhion]

G'day from Australia :)

[@SuzanneWansley]

Congrats! Such a wonderful share with all of us, your fans. Been watching you from the very first segment and so impressed with your development over the last two years - and where would you be without Simon! Well done. I'm so happy for you.

[@melinda5777]

Fabulous video! Love the way the wood turned out. Smart using the tiles as border for your veggies! Shame on you Omar, i saw what you did but i won't tell Mum😂😂😂! Andrea, What is Elfs real name? LOL!! I still like using elf. Thats been about a year now. Your ou/ door kitchen and ding for family and friends, to small! I didn't see my bed room either! I guess its going to be under the floor of the old ruin! Shucks!!😂😂😂😂😂. A lot of talented ppl working here! 🙏❤🇺🇸🇵🇹⛵👣🤗

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thank you Melinda for your comment and support on our channel. My sisters name is Yaisa but we call her Yai (as in Jah-eeh). eally pleased with progress. The tiles take time but I think overall it will be a good idea. Just need to get around to do the rest!

[@GISELLECACERESPIETRUKIEW-es5vx]

Amazing progress! Well done guys! Love all your videos

[@GTNLOST]

Great Job! I really enjoy your videos, and look forward to seeing your progress.

[@karldierks2873]

You should convert the refrigerator doors so that it opens to the right side, this is possible with every refrigerator!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

We did 🥰

[@aurelianaduque9672]

Feliz por estar aqui. Gracias a Dios y a mi familia.❤❤

[@heatherlaird-mcleod3271]

Sòòooooooo good😊

[@ctownsend4600]

Miss seeing you, have a Merry Christmas!

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Same to you Cathy!

[@yamamoto9772]

Tip from a pro. Always use a hook knife for vinyl (much easier and more save) .Not a normal one. What you did is verry dangerous and i have seen ppl hurt themselves. With a knife like yours. Also dont use glue on the edges. If you realy want it use double sided tape (risks to get bubbles, they cant go out).The vinyl needs time to flatten out.(walk out). The edges need some space for that too. So cut it 2 mm smaller. And you realy dont need to glue it. Glue also make all tinny things under the vinyl more visable. If you think u need glue. Glue it all ( realy every spot). Or wait a few days and then glue the edges or better use double sided tape. If you use tape you can still fix problems later, with glue you cant. Nice vid. Greetz from a old carpet/ vinyl pro from the Netherlands. Sorry for my crappy English.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Thank you for your tip! I will check online for a hook knife in case I got some more vinyl to do in the future! I also think spray glue may not be that great! If you have a tip on the right glue, let me know. Your English is fantastic! I love how Dutch people say that often and speak perfect English. We worked in the Netherlands doing tours there.Fantastic people! Never missed eating Poffertjes, what a delicious thing!!

[@JennyWilkins-c1j]

Fabulous

[@MauroLasso]

Thanks for sharing your experiences with us, is very interesting I think you are doing a great job; next year I will like to plan a trip and visit Portugal and check out for properties my name is Mauro Lasso and I live in Texas.

[@milas2000]

Did you have to have proper drawings for your projects to get building permits or were they not needed because essentially you are doing a renovation?

[@TheIndigoEscape]

Yes. You have to have a civil engineer and an architect involved for this kind of renovation. We have both and they sort out the paperwork and submit to the local authorities.

[@kisandracolon2331]

Los jardines debes colocarlos junto a los árboles para que tengan tanto sombra como sol y tus plantas se cosecharán más saludables

[@carlosvictor8679]

hi andrea,is simon related to u? 🙂 great work from u lot.😁

[@TheIndigoEscape]

he is my sister's husband

[@carlosvictor8679]

@@TheIndigoEscape é muito habilidoso 🙂

[@portugal1969]

❤

[@BaschtlerKnecht]

very nice, but buy your mom a bigger shovel. Her back will love it. 😜

[@kisandracolon2331]

La traducción debe ser evaluada ya que no dice lo correcto cuando se traduce al español

[@T__00]

Where is mosquito ?

[@nevisscot7697]

I think sisters husband?

[@blueeyedoracle9804]

You should blur out your liscense plates for your own safety

[@TheIndigoEscape]

There is no information you can get online with our license plate. Only the car’s and it isn’t that interesting. Other than it was imported from another EU country

[@blueeyedoracle9804]

@@TheIndigoEscape hmmm well I doubt other KZbinrs blur there licenses plates for no reason but ok you do you, loves.

[@TheIndigoEscape]

@@blueeyedoracle9804probably because they live in a country where online it gives more information. We live in Portugal and you can only get information about taxes or debts attached to a car. It’s against the law to give private information like that in Portugal online.

[@patriciabrown8301]

Well you three are the best love the way you all work together doing your bit top class workers