RENOVATING BRITAIN'S FINEST MANOR - our story in 20 minutes!

[@MappertonLive]

We’ve said many times before, managing Mapperton is no picnic - even for the family that invented the sandwich! There are repairs and restoration projects, which of course bring with them a never-ending stream of bills! So please do consider supporting this important part of England’s heritage by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/mappertonlive. There are many wonderful benefits including extra behind the scenes content, live q&a’s, Mapperton branded gifts as well as emails and cards from Luke and me. You also get to join a community of wonderful like-minded people - we’ve made lots of new friends! The details are on the screen and in the description below, so please sign up - we look forward to seeing see you there!

[@margiesoapyhairbillian4754]

I enjoy that Julie has kept her American accent and has embraced the British lifestyle. It's beautiful 😍 ❤ ♥

[@jana.archaeoknits]

It’s not fully American, I think it’s shifted in the time she’s lived in Britain and she’s adopted some British word choices.

[@annjones9635]

Not only do I love the historic content, but Julie and Luke are the new Lucy and Ricky 😂🤣! Great job guys!

[@ozrob76]

Esplain...

[@leelashope8971]

@@ozrob76 😂

[@pia2021]

I agree, and more like the classy, aristocratic version of Lucy and Ricky.

[@annjones9635]

@@pia2021 😂 true!

[@jeangilhead8429]

Who are Lucy and Ricky...?

[@maryhawk6905]

I’d enjoy hearing the story/history of the Aga.

[@tracep81]

Me too!

[@margiesoapyhairbillian4754]

Me three!!

[@donnakerr4997]

Me four!

[@jenjem5810]

It is a landmark property. It's about preserve and restore. For 20 years I Worked at a Hotel which had a gorgeous ancient Ballroom. The intricate mosaic tile floors were carpeted over. The walls could not be touched. Not even to install wiring. Julie is so jubilant and elated making the little Italian house tailored to her own vision. The smallest item,she flits like a hummingbird to locate at the antique market.

[@amerinethorburn1124]

What a breath of fresh air you are. Simply enjoy the content.

[@bizburgess1947]

Plz don't change how you are. I fail to understand why people think it is okay to rudely suggest changes they require in others behaviour. You are both very funny. I love your honest interaction. It may be difficult but ignore those haters...even the ones who say...oh but I love your channel, after they have been insulting. Have a great week! Mapperton is doing so well under your direction.

[@marychrishannon7048]

They asked for us to reply with our thoughts. It wasn't RUDE of us to reply. I am not a HATER. I have trouble understanding the content when they talk over each other. Today was much easier for me. Perhaps I should ask you to not be RUDE to people with a different opinion than you.

[@tiffinyharrington9307]

I just love when Luke joins in and goes off on his own tangents😉 You’ve both accomplished so much in a relatively short amount of time. I’m very looking forward to the AGA episode, no matter which channel (though Luke has a point on it being part of Mapperton). I know I’ve heard you speak of your London home, so my question is how much time are you living at Mapperton? Do you both have other businesses/careers that keep you in London? Will you ever live full-time at Mapperton?

[@cathyann1601]

The enormity of taking on the renovation of Mapperton boggles my mind! There are many people, that if they were presented with the necessity of such projects, would get hives and have a nervous breakdown. I'd probably be one of them. 😳 I admire the results you are achieving; simply beautiful! By the way, the folks producing your videos are very talented. They are so well done.

[@shuffleaccount1985]

YOU TWO ARE SOOOOOO CUTE AND I LOVE THE WAY YOU ARE TOGETHER !!!! IT WORKS !

[@sandrabergquist1684]

Luke is very gentle, Julie a bit rushed and anxious to get on with it. It would be nice if she could just let him finish.

[@stephaniemaloney4324]

I once literally burst into tears at a home show when I rounded a corner ro find a cobalt blue AGA. I hope I live long enough to have one someday!

[@rebekahlow8375]

What an incredible 5 years!! I love hearing you both talking about your experiences! I think that both channels should do "Aga" shows!!!! I love your kitchen!!! The Sitting Room is both elegant and comfy looking.The restoration of the house and stables is remarkable!! It must have been an enormous amount of work.It's all so beautiful!! The "Tortoise House" and pool are really interesting. I look forward to see more of ideas come to life!!! Love from Vermont

[@deeannaschutz4049]

I love how you two are with each other. You remind me of a younger version of my parents. Constantly teasing each other with so much love and laughter.

[@ld2413]

Love this. Don't change how you Naturally interact with each other it makes me laugh. So entertaining. Fascinating to see the changes you have made to the estate. It's a beautiful place ❤

[@GrizzlyAir]

House looks great and bravo for keeping the traditional look but updating it as well. You have done fantastic work preserving the history and culture of the country house while making it a home.

[@dan92677]

The two of you are absolutely entertaining in your give and take! Don't change, please. Thank you for bringing all of us along with you !!!

[@carolehanrahan]

I loved this vlog. I love seeing all of the different projects that have happened in order to update Mapperton without changing her basic fibre. It's not just a home, it's a business and a vital part of the community that surrounds it. You have so far managed to keep it fairly cozy for your family although I would also probably be wearing layers of clothing like Julie does. I love to be warm.

[@sallyannc3176]

I love your pulley - drying rack - I have one in my utlity room even in our 1980's house, and they're wonderful, never need to use a tumble drier! They were so common in the kitchens in tenement flats in Scotland - we put one back into our daughter's flat in Glasgow.

[@ccbethny]

Glad you guys saved it, Luke was very lucky marrying Julie who cares so much about history and took on such a big task of saving an English estate. Wonderful couple.

[@DrBLReid]

Very good program

[@lindaholquist7262]

I love the banter between Julie and Luke. It is so precious. Sometimes, I do wish that Luke would just reach over and gently cover her mouth so he can get his words in. 🤣

[@moosic2i]

"Come and stay its fine, the waters clear you can drink it, you won't die." Love it!

[@justice-jb5ld]

I would like for Luke to explain slower how the heating system works, sounds so interesting, plus is eco friendly and saves money, great! Looking forward watching that episode as well (please).

[@donnakerr4997]

I love that Luke has finally joined Julie in these episodes.Both of you together are just beautiful!

[@mikinks]

Your banter and body language show how much you two really love each other as well as your love for Mapperton.

[@happygrandma5637]

Aga's are so interesting. I remember years ago reading a romance novel and an Aga was mentioned. I couldn't find much about it at the time but now there is so much more info. One of the French Chateau vlogs I watch shows one being fixed and used for baking. I'd love to see a vlog on that. Keep up the good work you 2 (and all the support staff) it's an enjoyable watch.

[@sandrabergquist1684]

As a young bride, I visited my British husband's family home, which had the almighty Aga in the kitchen. I was asked if I could make some breakfast and then felt absolutely baffled, as they have no dials. With no idea of what I was doing, I managed to overcook the eggs, undercook the bacon, and felt like an absolute failure. After that, I requested a demonstration, and realized what a useful thing that was, also heated water for a bathroom. I've had enormous respect for them ever since.

[@ronaldjames4986]

Another incredible journey of Mapperton. I may well require a lie down, after processing the time and expense incurred with these projects! : ) Don't change a thing with how you both are, individually and as a couple. I realize, perhaps for some, it's a "bit much" or disrespectful with the sometimes simultaneous banter but I know it's not that at all. I thoroughly enjoy it but understand there are those who don't. We all have varied ways of relating. I sense a deep bond, respect and love for each other. Thank you both (and the team) for a wonderful tour of Mapperton's progress since 2016

[@shilohwoods4516]

The two of you are just lovely, enchanting, and wonderfully delightful to watch. Mapperton's history will be blessed from all the care you have and will invest in it. Thank you for sharing your lives with the rest of us.

[@user-kz2zq4kj6n]

Thanks for the smiles you always provide! Loved hearing about the "Mess Ups at Mapperton"!

[@pnewc8588]

When I stayed with 5 families in the UK (back in 1985) I remember one of my host mothers putting my jeans in the “stove” which was an aga. Bit of a culture shock for this Hoosier!

[@camrobn]

We need an entire tortoise story episode, Luke! I really like the swapped talking, I can’t keep up when you both talk. Lol

[@tjbren576]

You two are so cute together. And oh my gosh! You have done a lot of work and have such huge amount left to do! This is not a project, it's a lifestyle!

[@myrnaaugustine1456]

Loved the summary of your “project.” It seems you both are enjoying the process and we’re glad to be a part!

[@MrPrentissDJones]

It seems like they’re always heading in the same direction even though they’re talking over each other. 3:08 “Let’s MoveOn“ & “we’re digressing a bit“

[@aaronsgal87]

"We have to thank everyone for watching our video!" "Thanks." 🤣🤣🤣 Your dynamic is so fun! Love it. Humor is so important in marriage! Great job you two!

[@britzel71]

You two are so adorable together 🤗 Oh my goodness, please don't ever change for the camera!!! My husband and I have been together for 23 years, 20 of them married and we completely understand the, what it shows is a solid marriage based on love and friendship ❤️

[@cynthiaellis2358]

I enjoy all of your episodes, but for some reason this one really struck my heart. I love how you have shared with us what you have done to your beautiful home. We now know what you go through to keep these lovely homes livable. I so enjoy when you share the interior of your lovely home. Just by listening to you two I can tell it is a a partnership of love for one another and love of your home. I am from the States and hope to visit your beautiful country. Thank you for what you are doing!

[@pamelareed973]

The copper pipe story reminds me of a scene out of the movie Moonstruck about the cost of copper piping . So many projects, love the old kitchen sink !!! ❤️

[@larkmurry7808]

Merci! You two are adorable together...

[@marthathomas1660]

I love how you both are it's really sweet to see to couples who been together so long and respect each other's unique personalities ❤️❤️🌟 Great video thank you.

[@robertsidelinger6936]

Love that historic buildings are living organisms that must adapt to changing times and needs.

[@Sirshackleton]

This was one of my favorite videos! I wasn’t ready for it to end.

[@MappertonLive]

Thank you!

[@arlettedumais5776]

What a great video! I had no idea of the many improvements you've made since moving in. Mapperton is a huge responsibility and what you have accomplished is nothing short of impressive. Especially while raising four children and navigating a multi-generational situation. It can't be easy, but you're making it work. What an awsome, hard working team you are! ❤👏👏👏

[@Sweetfancy3000]

One of my favourite channels, please don’t change its great that you are so authentic. Thank you.

[@spoochymcgoo1616]

I'm American married to a Briton too. We're renovating a victorian home in the cotswolds. Our home isn't listed as such but just living in the cotswold district there are many restrictions and regulations.

[@terris7842]

For someone new to your chanel, this was great to learn the story so far. Thank you. I love how you both contribute in the discussion and your personalities really bring the Mapperton and Montague story to life as we get to know you and the family. The only thing I would say, is that sometimes it’s hard to understand what you are both trying to say when you both talk at once. I only mention it as I love your stories so much I don’t want to miss anything! I now follow Julie on American Viscountess too. You have a real talent as a presenter, Julie. I am so glad KZbin brought your Chanel to my attention. Looking forward to following all your adventures in the future and wishing you (from Australia) continuing success. 🇦🇺😊

[@patriciabaughn4749]

It looks lovely. I'm sure it was difficult to live through as I've renovated my home to a certain extent and really love the results. You have a right to be proud of all the thoughtful work you have put into the renovations. Enjoy.

[@speckledhen409]

The blue paint on the cabinetry is fabulous! That is my dream color!

[@judirobbins6767]

Please don’t change your interactions. You are both delightful!

[@thedavidjwschmidt]

This was wonderful, to see all the changes and improvements. I also love episodes with Lord and Lady Sandwich, they are both so entertaining!

[@vickirb]

I just love watching the two of you together

[@rhondamartin3575]

Yes, stay just how you both are! I love your enthusiasm, chemistry and love for each other, your family history and country history! Don't change a thing!

[@Susan.I]

Wow, Luke and Julie have done a lot to improve at Mapperton !!

[@judywarburton3085]

Having watched the last show yesterday, where your other channel got 100,000 KZbin subscribers, I am very pleased, and I enjoy that channel. But, Mapperton Live has a special place in my heart. I love hearing about all you are doing to preserve and renovate your home, seeing the gardens and other parts of the property, but especially I am delighted to about rewilding, and your plans for it. Imagine that a beaver program is expected to improve the flooding situation in the village down the hill!!! I love seeing Luke more in these programs!! And your interactions. I’m so sorry that I can’t help this channel reach the 100,000 mark, because I have been a subscriber for a year or so. I may never be able to visit, but your channel helps me feel closer to it. Thanks!!

[@traciesoliday2746]

They will hit 100k by the end of the month. They are definitely on track to do it

[@jekku4688]

I LOVED THIS! I love "behind the scenes" information in general, and this one was a kicker! Loved hearing the both of you talk about all the ups and downs (and ugh...the downs were really downers, you poor things!) about your lovely home. More please! :-D

[@milkshake123abc]

So fascinating. Home renovations in a middle class American home are annoying & costly. Can’t imagine how challenging it is for a huge manor home. That drying bar in the kitchen is genius. Never seen that anywhere before or in colonial American homes I’ve visited. Julie.. you need to buy Cuddle Duds underclothes to keep you warm. I use them in winter and they’re great. Not too bulky. Cold winters here in Pennsylvania and the office I worked in was freezing all winter. Helped tremendously.

[@LoriManning]

So interesting. Keeping these homes alive is vital.

[@MetaMM]

Stay as you both are. Natural and never mind overlapping as it’s not annoying at all coming from you two lol… Used to have those dryer bars above my bathtub in my Milan’s apartment. Bigger and longer and I miss it!

[@pamelap7841]

Beautiful home and charming couple. You've accomplished so much in a short amount of time. Luke you look just like your father! I'm sure you never heard that before. 😆

[@carolczina9235]

This is so cool. I love to hear renovation stories and the foibles involved. Please tell us more stuff like this!

[@laurac8659]

I just found you. I love your videos. I am American and used to live in Scotland! Hello from Houston 🇺🇸🇬🇧(🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿)!

[@sharynw6640]

What a great couple you two are. Your chemistry together is so entertaining to watch.

[@colleenwilliams1452]

I have one in my kitchen, on which I hang my sheets and towels. It’s too cold outside to dry anything, here is South Island New Zealand.

[@glendaslanina9939]

Thank you Luke and Julie. I enjoyed this video and I learned so much, such as lurgy. A new word not even recognized on my auto spellcheck! The history and the behind the scenes workings of theses old estates is fascinating. I am so glad that I discovered your channels many months ago. 👏👏

[@marychrishannon7048]

Thank you. I was one of the ones that criticized the way the two of you interacted. I enjoyed very much the way you interected today. Maybe Julie was a little too much subdued, given her exuberant personality. However, it was much easier for me to follow the content(but then I am 70 yr old)

[@GrizzlyAir]

Love every episode with Raymond. What a treasure to have on the estate

[@denisemusicnut]

It’s impressive how many projects you’ve completed (and repeated) in such a short period of time. I enjoyed seeing what you have accomplished. I can relate to your driveway issues. Mine spends a majority of the year under water! I would love to see an episode about the Aga. I have to agree with Luke, it should be on Mapperton Live. (Luke, be nice, and try not to rub it in!) Sorry Julie! I really enjoy the two of you together. Don’t change a thing!

[@coneatheasmith-derr3404]

Oh, I love the idea of exhibition space for art events. What a wonderful venue for an exhibition! Please do talk about it sooner than later.

[@andreacatzel8259]

You’re hilarious, both of you! More please! It’s such fun watching and learning from you. Love from sunny and warm Sydney xx

[@kristiLB93]

Luke cracks me up! These videos are so funny when you do them together. 😂 A bucket list to-do of mine is to visit Mapperton (right up there with Highclere Castle) and hopefully run into Luke & Julie AND Luke's parents!!

[@christinebrophy3683]

Would LOVE see your wedding photo's it must have been fabulous!

[@clovettajackson4654]

Love watching the two of you together! What a lot of work you've done already and the future projects sound interesting as well. I'm very glad I don't live in an historic house (even though they're beautiful) because it sounds like it's a never ending (expensive) job! All the best from Missouri.

[@lynj-c9153]

Excellent recap of upgrades!!! Incredible!!! Your living many peoples dream, talking same time and all! Never mind the hard work, redo's and buckets of 💷 😆

[@annarchydeclutteranddesign413]

I often wonder what happens to the families of younger sons in the Gentry - particularly from many years ago. I suppose they could eventually be our teachers, trades people and so on?

[@MappertonLive]

There were various routes - often the army or clergy. It depends on the family.

[@GoingGreenMom]

Glad its warm and you figured out the dodgy water issue. 🤣 Love your back and forth. Lol

[@rhondamartin3575]

You have quite the undertaking! You're doing a fabulous job! I enjoy listening to both of you! You always make me laugh! I have cold blood too, Julie!!! 😆 Then, what did I do? I married a Canadian where it's frigid cold and snowy all winter in Calgary!!! 🥶 I would love an Aga! I sometimes turn our kitchen stove on and just stand beside it!! 😆 We usually head South for the Winters, however. Thank you so much for sharing your adventures! Hugs!

[@lisal7535]

Why so many views from the pool cleaning? Cleaning incredibly dirty things that are transformed (made right) , is very satisfying to watch..... and get HUGE # of views. Look at : mowing lawns, cleaning rugs and even de-barnacling ( not a word) sea turtles........HUGE # of views! All the best!

[@dawncathlene]

This is delightful! I loved hearing about Percy's home.

[@bluejayvintageretro]

You are both so perfect together, love the way you work together🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰

[@Cenepk101]

You two are adorable & fearless!!!!!

[@TheCloverQueenDQ]

Absolutely fascinating everything from buildings, driveway and parking lots. Luke I understand pot holes, I live in Michigan and our roads a nightmare. I just hit a pot hole on the highway on my way home from the lake house tonight. Here in Michigan we just got14 inches of snow ❄️ and there’s 11 inches of ice on the lake 🎣. Just in case you miss the Mid-West winters Julie lol. 🇺🇸

[@bobmarrier4374]

What ever you need to do to maintain and save a beautiful historic property, do it. I love watching!

[@joephetsomphou7900]

You both are so wonderful to watch...I love the banter between you guys. Don't change.

[@ladybarbarapinsonartist431]

Cheering for you and yours! I used to live in a historical house. You are brave with a vision of flexibility and good humour. BEST!

[@librarynan4610]

Wonderful to see that your parents were willing to let control go to the next generation. Good for them and good for the estate.

[@marisolbenitez1339]

Love this historical redoing of Maperton you should more of this episodes so we could see the before and after in more detail.thank for charing.

[@alishadarcy8482]

U both are so awesome! I love hearing Luke talk about the details of whatever project and Julie is nudging him along. "Like talk about this later!"😂 8m from the U.S too and we are super impatient that way! 😂😂 Please don't change!

[@amstergal]

Loved this, as always, seeing the 2 of you together!

[@tracep81]

I really loved hearing every detail of your stories about the multiple renovations. What an undertaking! Congrats to you both.

[@robertap7818]

Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 I started watching you guys and I enjoy it very much 🥰

[@0cerealism]

Thank you, really enjoyed this, (including your interactions) love to follow story of that barn conversion, exhibition space would be epic. Royal Hospital Kilimainham (in Ireland) is now a modern art museum and has converted their stables for artist residencies that you can walk past and see what's going on, other big houses here host traditional craft workshops/weekends: agricultural, construction, decorative etc that you can book to attend.

[@annetteturner5954]

Your so lucky to be where our long ago ancestors left for a new life

[@TeresaE116]

I’m such an Anglophile, sometimes I wish my ancestors had stayed home in Britain 🇬🇧 where they belonged 😉. At least my people came to Jamestown..(Williamsburg, etc.) and not to New England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 with the Puritans. No offense if someone else’s did. But, I can’t imagine being as dour as that!?!

[@padraigbeag]

Great content folks as usual and well thought out and planned restoration of the historical estate. On the word Lurgi (lurgy, plural lurgies). Meaning....a fictitious, highly infectious disease; often used in the phrase "the dreaded lurgi", sometimes as a reference to flu-like symptoms. Lurgi is a valid scrabble word.

[@heathermartinez8640]

Really impressed by how much work you have put into Mapperton already. Thank you for all of your hard work!

[@wendymarion5355]

I love your channel keep doing what u do with all the negativity online today it is great that I always come from watching your show feeling happy and optimistic. Thank you.

[@drjeandewet3747]

The kitchen cabinets are amazing! Greetings from South Africa

[@Maggies87]

LOVE the 20-minute format, and the content (of course). 👍👍👍

[@torycook1215]

Brilliant and so Educational and Informative.🌟 Tremendous amount of work well done. 👍🙏 Thank you for sharing.🌹🤗 Onward! You both are the best. 🏆

[@heidijay5902]

Wow, that is an incredible amount to achieve in such a short time. I’m excited to keep watching in the years to come & maybe one day I can visit England & tour the gardens there (as well as all of the other beautiful estates featured on Julie’s channel).

[@danielleboely6820]

You are just adorable I have a great time watching the two off you interacting