Timelapse Renovation Highlights || countryside house with land and STUNNING views.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Hello everyone,

 Firstly - thank you to all that have been watching over the past year and welcome to anyone new here.

 This edit was enlightening for many reasons. This past year has flown by - what an amazing year it has been. So much was cut out that I would have liked to throw in but that would have lead to a 3hr’athonn video. 

 I can feel the aches and pains as I watch it all back. I hope you enjoy it as there is plenty more to come in 2025. The exploring seemed to be popular so I will head out to more towns and regions and sprinkle those into the videos when I can. I will also put together an update on the property buying tips video that I did as I now have a lot of fresh updates that could be helpful to some.

 Thanks all for the support and a massive thank you to all that have bought me a coffee or two. I am really humbled by your encouragement and generosity.

Richard.

[@kimhicks4781]

You have done a great job on bring this property back to life so far 👍🎉🎉

[@kellybayer1454]

The Timelapse of the night sky is amazing ✨

[@bryana8357]

"If the roof doesn't fall down I'll have lunch." Pretty much my outlook every day...

[@Here_kitty_kitty1]

I think you’ve done a smashing job and I’ve been with you since day one. You haven’t lost your mojo. To next year 🥂

[@ShayODonovan-h8f]

Thoroughly enjoyed following your journey this last year. Really look forward to more. Inspirational stuff.

[@sueczerniak1266]

What a year! And working in all temperatures. Great recap, Richard. You've come a long way, and it's not been easy. Good to see you again.

[@mysicilycorner]

Amazing results from all this hard work! Looking forward to the upcoming videos this year!

[@Reet64]

You've made a lot of progress, Richard. I'm always happy to see that view from your terrace.

[@MyCreativeCraftHome]

Family holidays every year in Italy we’re so magical, but now I care for my Dad who’s 88 it’s impossible, so have not been since 2018 😑 Love getting my fix from your vlogs ❤

[@lordemo123]

Congrats on a succesful year! Thanks a lot for allowing us to follow along during your progress. And so entertaining, you're just hilarious 😂But most of all inspirational, especially as your proving it is possible to do a lot of the work yourself, without having much experience. We bought an old stone house in Sicily this year, and everything needs to be renovated except the roof and walls. Plenty of work ahead for us too! 😉Wishing you all the best for 2025!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you. I am sure you can also do most of the work yourself. It takes time and planning but is very rewarding. Save the pennies for the pros to do the big jobs.👍

[@KymHammond]

Very impressive Richard, when you see its all end to end like that. You have also found yourself a great community and a great alternative to the UK for your kids. Looks and sounds like you have made some really good family choices. Cheers.

[@billyporter2195]

Tremendous improvements. Good luck with this year👍

[@petra6087]

What a journey 😆 But it was werth it 🤩 BRAVO, Richard 👍 Greetings from Austria

[@willdrennan6117]

I have so much attachment to a temporary deck that isn't even mine :D. In my house very very far from Italy, when you'd film your deck time I'd feel like I was right there with you. Thanks for letting me come along

[@philmiller2269]

The place looks great you've done so much in the last year. look forward to seeing the saplings and the ground cover in the spring and the ongoing house renovations.

[@cohort2001]

Man you need a pool! even a cheap popup pool - love what you are doing

[@threeacresofmarche]

I would love one in the future. Until then, a cold shower works.😁

[@AngelleShaw-nd9xp]

Enjoyed rewatching. Great work Richard. Looking back its incredible how much you got done, especially not being there full time either. You must be excited to continue. Onwards and upwards ❤

[@PeterMccabe-h3q]

Well done ..and all solo What a great job

[@andrewharris1837]

Certainly enjoyed seeing a beautiful part of Italy unknown to many followers throughout 2024. Admire your passion,determination and partial madness on house restoration,lkng fwd to 2025 epic progress❤😅

[@johnnyhunter2436]

Hard graft but so rewarded, looking forward to seeing your progress in the new year. Best of luck from rainy Manchester you bring sunshine into the darkness..

[@zsuzsa456]

Richard! I thank you for sharing😊 Great recap, great to see all you have done! Love all the comments, they said all I wanted to say😊 Sooo... looking forward what 2025 has in store! Forza! Don't forget the wine!😎

[@dono9879]

Hello Richard. I have been watching your videos from the beginning. I always knew you had done a lot of work on the house and property. This one year video captured the volume, it’s amazing what you have accomplished. Great Job!

[@jennichristie5264]

I’d kinda forgotten quite how much you’d done. Huge effort!

[@MrPooties]

I'm following you since day one but wow. With some never-seen-before new footage! ❤

[@mariamulikova9872]

Hi Richard, great recap. What a progress 🙂...mostly on your own

[@luuk_ashleyweel712]

Hallo, I already watched all the episodes. But I really enjoyed watching it al again. I'm now up to speed with al the episodes. So I am going to follow every next move you make 😋. And try to help you wherever I can. So tip: greenhouse put it in the shade. It's most about temperature and afcourse a bit of sunlight. But with the sun in Italy it wel burn (like a magnifying glass) I wish you al the best and I see you enjoyed every bit. So enjoy even more this year.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @luuk_ashleyweel712

[@acrossthepond4792]

This is so impressive, all of it. I cannot wait to see what you do next. Watching you do these enormous jobs, all on your own, just shows what hard graft and determination can bring about.. Well done and good wishes.

[@terryhawco6680]

Hello, you sure did accomplish a lot. 👍

[@amaliab4005]

It's amazing how much you accomplished! With your dedication, I'm sure everything will turn into a dream!

[@JohnFrancis-l3w]

Hi Richard, Great recap of all you've achieved over the last year. Looking forward to this years adventure, thanks'

[@markhargreaves1573]

Amazing progress! Been great to watch along. Thank you and looking forward to seeing more developments in 2025.

[@Around399]

You’ve accomplished loads working on this part time and largely alone. Well done!

[@AlisaStepp]

Beautiful the sky and the grounds and your house is coming alone

[@sheilashipton8340]

You accomplished a lot in one year. The house and yard are looking great. Good job!😃

[@ElaineMaryroseCottage]

Just watched this and I have to say:- Amazing! All the hard graft you have done solo! It will be SO worth it on completion, for sure. .also the views! Oh Wow! Hi from New Zealand and I've just subscribed..All the best!

[@davidwestonline]

Wow, Richard, you accomplished so much, great recap! Greetings from Germany :)

[@JB-mh7gn]

Great job , you are part of are Sunday morning routine, I feel bad I wish I could lend a hand , take garbage out push a broom , or hold down the black tarp for you during the windy moment 😅. Keep going we are all here for you 🇨🇦

[@threeacresofmarche]

I am typing this reply while on a break from trying to tame that tarp! It is howling with wind here this week.😭

[@pollatso]

Really nice watching this last year back like this I’ve got a full English breakfast & a cuppa tea on a Sunday morning watching all the things you & us have learned all the people who have helped you & the beautiful seasons changing in the background.👍 It’s going to be so beautiful all your hard work will make beautiful memories.👍👍🙏🇬🇧

[@sharonheffernan9551]

Amazing progress and I look forward to seeing your future work.

[@clvskl5058]

We love these videos haven't missed one as yet Richard have a great time this year we will be here cheering you along . Best wishes Clive

[@MsAgatha1Eta]

You've come a long way 👶 ❤

[@ProBioMech]

It’s very cool to look back at your progress in this project oriented, non-linear way

[@musictree33]

simply smashing, beautiful surroundings , pretty house, look forward to watching this years progress.😊

[@shannanbegley8189]

You accomplished so much! I love your property, it’s beautiful!

[@patmahoney561]

Great recap of your fantastic efforts, well done and keep up the good work. So looking forward to seeing more videos. Best of luck with 2025.

[@user-kp7ez6bb7o]

Well done, you! Enjoyed watching your progress and look forward to seeing what you share in the months ahead.

[@rogervanzandvoort]

humor in perseverance, human in struggle. cheers!

[@MovieUniverse1212]

When done it would be great airbnb location, for some peace and quiet. With some barbeque and pool outside. Anyways ,great job so far.

[@autobot513]

I've been following you from here on Vancouver Island and have to say your channel is fantastic. Thanks for sharing your renovation journey. Cheers!

[@EricOnYouTube]

Nice recap. Looking forward to your progress this year. :)

[@8arcasticallyYours]

Wishing you a Happy New Year and that you are just as (or even more) successful in your Italian endeavours during 2025. From South Coast UK

[@massimopiannela5979]

Happy New Year Richard. That was a nice recap. I recommend for anyone to watch all prevouos videos, bc there are gem moments in all of them. Looking forward to 2025!

[@juanitajaberpla8462]

You've done a tremendous amount of work and it’s beginning to shape up nicely. Well done!

[@paulseeman6481]

What a year, well done mate, looking forward to this year too

[@violetgrowers]

Loving your adventure mate, thanks for sharing.

[@davidmiller-br4bu]

It’s truly amazing how far you’ve come in a year Rich, well done, here’s to a busy 2025 😊

[@traceyfrancis2673]

Wow! You have done amazing. Such a difference in a year. Imagine how much you will achieve when you live there! You’re really skilled. It’s gonna be superb. Well done and keep the videos coming

[@neutonrenda2303]

Hello Richard, I enjoyed watching the recap, you always don't realise just how much you've achieved until you step back and see what you started with. I can imagine how eager you are for this year, I can already see loads of work coming up with the planting and watering the terraces and getting more comfortable inside. Looking forward to watching the process.👌❤️🇿🇦

[@ladolcevita9082]

Looks stunning.🎉

[@messservice]

Keep on the good job, I hope you'll find someone to help you and good luck.

[@truckya22]

Yeni keşfettim güzel çalışmalar başarılar dilerim 👋🏋️🇹🇷

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thank you @truckya22

[@raunholt1234]

Great work 👀👍

[@gaston-m8e]

Can't believe it has been a year....the improvements to the house are great, but for me its the way you have opened our eyes up to new views, the sunsets, the sky. And the clearing with your mate was supremely satisfying. I think this wee hoose is going to be amazing.

[@leighlaaltilio6672]

It's really amazing all the work you have done! I especially love the blue fireplace, and kitchen window. And the massive amount of clearing you have done! Great work, thank you for sharing!

[@Nomad126]

Great recap video, well done! Best part it only took you 46 minutes to get all that work done!😄😄

[@threeacresofmarche]

😂 I ache from the editing never mind that clearing up!

[@ralfweimar1869]

I am not new, nevertheless, great achievement Richard ! Keep on moving ... We will visiting Umbria and Le Marche in September this year.... all the best to you personally and with your project, of course 👍🙌✌

[@elaineayres1989]

I’ve enjoyed every minute of the videos. There were some memorable moments ie the lintel, putting in the fire place , bringing down the concrete posts with your mate to mention a few . Amazing achievements.Looking forward to the coming year. All the best , Richard. 🇦🇺

[@clemerz361]

Congratulations on all the achievements, big and small, over the past year! Definitely one of my favourite channels!,😊

[@richsnatt]

Rich i was grimacing watching that beam going in again, I remember watching that the first time around 😂😢😂

[@threeacresofmarche]

The good news is that it is still there and has not moved 1mm.😅

[@richsnatt]

@threeacresofmarche thank god for that as well, imagine having to do that all over again... Precision engineering at its finest

[@whamp6844]

Nice to see the summary of the 1st year. Then i don't have to watch all the videos again 😅. Some things i had already forgotten 👌🏼

[@threeacresofmarche]

No harm in letting them old ones roll again...😁

[@NormanPimlott]

About to comment, then saw Tigerlilart's comment was exactly what I was going to say, apart from the liver virus, thinking now you are back in UK and we won't see you for 90 days. What a pleasant surprise ! I'd forgotten most of what you had done, and that was a brilliant refresher, Thnx

[@threeacresofmarche]

I am back already. The 90 day rule is 90 days withing a 180 day period so it is a rolling tally.👍

[@NormanPimlott]

@threeacresofmarche Ah right, like a numpty I presumed you had run out of days. New vlog coming soon then ? Can't wait.

[@dianavanhouten6071]

I cant believe it has been a year already, following your channel from day 1!

[@Chrissyhappy]

Well done on a fantastic year 😊

[@jacquelinedickey8852]

Fantastic work! I'd love to see some drone shots of before and after. Also some interior shots. I've been watching for a while and I enjoy all of the cleanup but after it's cleaned I have a hard time remembering what it looked like before the cleanup 😉. What do you anticipate the weather being like at the end of March?

[@threeacresofmarche]

As I gather more footage and get more vidoes out, I can do the before / during / after shots more frequently now. March and into spring is lovely. very mild weather with the odd hot sunny day.

[@bigal52384]

I've totally enjoyed watching the journey. Great job Richard! I will say though, that I think no one would mind if you kept a vlog of some of your time in England too. I think it's part of the story, and the journey, ha.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @bigal52384 . A few have suggested this - I will try get some interesting footage and put something together. Cheers.

[@bigal52384]

@threeacresofmarche Great! Cheers!

[@NeilWinter-qx2dj]

Looking forward to seeing what 2025 brings x. Nicola

[@Tigerlilart]

Just wow! I’ve watched every episode and love each one. Looking back it’s unbelievable the amount of work that has been accomplished, what a legend! I’m recovering from a nasty liver virus and your videos make me keep my dreams alive of getting back to Europe. Thank you 🙏

[@threeacresofmarche]

I hope you recover and get well soon @Tigerlilart

[@SallyPeckham-ei6od]

You have achieved so much! Enjoy my arm chair reno, watching how hard you've toiled. Its looking great!

[@anthonytodd3408]

Hi Richard, great progress in just one year considering you have to travel back and forth and also work at the same time. Good luck for 2025. Can’t wait to see further improvements. Tony…….Romiley

[@threeacresofmarche]

Cheers Tony.

[@lisasbeautifuljourney]

Cheers Richard! It's a great Sunday to sit down with a cuppa and biscuit and watch another video from you! 🤩😎 Congratulations on your one year Anniversary of starting KZbin, well done! 👏🥂

[@threeacresofmarche]

Thanks @lisasbeautifuljourney

[@marilynmeade2286]

Great video Richard Amazing work you did last year to your beautiful home It will be a grand place when you are done Oh enjoy seeing your trips around the area and will be glad to see more Happy New Year and take care See you in next video ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jonny7491]

Can’t wait, Happy New Year.

[@jdhinckley1954]

Keep it up! I hope you can spend longer periods of time there this year. I would think the travel back and forth would be tiring!

[@NautilusShell-s2o]

Thank you for being here? No Richard, thank you for doing it all. It's been a wonderful experience.

[@myitaliantherapyginafiore4414]

Hi Richard, You crack me up. I so empathize with you on your journey. Cracking job you have done in a year. I have done' old home restoration here in the states for over 30 years a DIYer. I started my channel back 1 1/2 years ago to practice this modality for my moves. FUN FUN FUN I bought river property in Central Portugal and an apartment in Abruzzo. I will be heading over in March. I am right behind you. Jealous really since you are stuck in. WHAT A GREAT JOB and ignore any haters. Just keep doing what you do. Cheers. Gina in Upstate New York USA moving to Portugal and Italy in 2025

[@threeacresofmarche]

Two properties - that sounds like an adventure. Good luck to you. Cheers.🙌

[@myitaliantherapyginafiore4414]

@threeacresofmarche life is an adventure every day as you well know. It's what we make of it. Cheers and thanx for the epic youtube creating content and editing..

[@bilberrycom]

Look forward to every episode.. Good luck with everything for the future.. 👍 Followers over the RIGHT side of the Pennines..😊

[@threeacresofmarche]

😂 Is that gods country?👍

[@bilberrycom]

100%😊

[@paulrayner1274]

It was great seeing all the progress in one video. Thanks! You’ve achieved lots in the year! How many bottles of vino rosso?!

[@threeacresofmarche]

Not enough!😂

[@claudineclaudinehamon2300]

Amazing what you have done in a year 👍👌👏👏👏💪💪💪 Looking forward for this year progress 👌😃😃

[@FoyLo]

Wow! Watching it all in one go is an impressive reminder of all the hard work you have accomplished so far! Congrats for that! Can't wait to see your 2025 content. Happy new year to you and your family! 😀

[@miriammuskal5402]

You really do try hard to keep your area and house going it's so much work

[@secretspoleto]

Ah that deck build - We copied that idea for our italy house renovation! Such a good idea. It’s never ending isn’t it - look forward to seeing how it all develops next year for you with your garden landscaping. It really is living the dream, until you realise how much you’ve spent at Leroy Merlin and brico 😂😂 are you planning on a swimming pool at any time? We have found a fab wooden one that doesn’t need PP apparently….

[@threeacresofmarche]

Ooooo a wooden one without PP - please do share. email me or DM on Instagram. Cheers!🤞

[@scottstephens4587]

I'm sure someone has suggested muriatic acid to clean bricks. With that said, there's really good sealer out. There that makes the bricks look beautiful.

[@goldenlabradorskye]

Epic.......

[@beverlymartin1414]

Excellent ❤❤❤

[@JoScott-u4e]

Great recap and you’ve done an amazing job.

[@yvanapantino273]

So much has been achieved in the past year and one tends to forget until there's a recap. Thanks for that recap, you've done well but how much has it cost you so far and how much have you saved by DIYing it?

[@threeacresofmarche]

I spent a lot on fees, which eat into my budget a lot. Now that is behind me I should be able to afford more materials and tools etc. I should write a blog for the website about this as a few are starting to ask. 👍

[@One_Crazy_Dog_Mum]

You’ve certainly come a long way with the renovations Richard, it’s not easy working full time and renovating, especially in a different country 🫶🏻Shell🇦🇺

[@threeacresofmarche]

A moment of madness and here I am....too late to turn back now.😂

[@The_Tool_Scoop]

Hi Richard, I have been glued to your project from the start and am looking to find a project of my own. Just out of interest, how much do you think you've soent in materials and contractors/ help so far? Looking forward to more great footage.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Good question @The_Tool_Scoop . I spend too much on bad advice (I should write a blog for the website on that!) Lets say 13k on fees and labour plus about 3k to 4k on materials and tools. I have had to buy a lot of tools.

[@The_Tool_Scoop]

@threeacresofmarche Thanks for replying. It's amazing what it all comes to when you start to add everything up. I've seen that you've had a few.learning curves along the way and it's been impressive and interesting to see how you have solved each problem. The new landscaping looks fantastic and it's amazing how doing that one thing guves 100 new possibilities.👍

[@alangates5240]

Great catch up, hopefully the improving relationship with the EU will mean the 90 day rule will be relaxed, keep on keeping on.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Lets hope so.🤞

[@marywhitfield7553]

Has it been a year. I would like to see an update on what the inside looks like as of today, January 18, 2025.

[@threeacresofmarche]

Live updates could be a challenge.😂In short - it is a mess. The top end of the house is being worked on while the bedroom and shower room are being lived in. I am working on the lounge at the moment (the room with the new window.