Renovating a 500-year-old Cottage: SHOCKING NEWS! Log Grenades, Magnet Fishing, Carpentry & Stags!!!

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[@GlosterSA]

Get out the Claymore and go and have a wee chat with the gent who had that fart stuck in his brain of doing that poor cottage a disservice.

[@1Sleepy_Ghost]

😂😂😂 and couldn't agree more

[@andrewoliver5222]

Thank you Scott and Katie for showing us week after week all your blood sweat and tears in renovations of the cottage it’s been wonderful thank you for your hard work and my wife and I are very thankful we have people like you who still care about our heritage

[@CalenBernhardt]

You know, if you decide you need to move on from this place, we will follow you to where ever you choose to go. While the island is beautiful and the house is interesting, it is you that we love.

[@wildflower1335]

I second that response, whole heartedly...it's you two we so dearly love 🙏🏼🙏🏼🤗🤗🥰🥰

[@MarianBurge]

Thank you for transporting me to Scotland. It is such a peaceful and beautiful place. Pray for America. We have experienced so much devastation from the hurricane. It tears my heart out when I see how many are suffering.

[@marypasco2213]

Plus the fires on the West Coast!

[@alisons3198]

10 out of 10 Scott for the drone footage. WOW. Katie & Scott don't loose faith. Stay strong 💪🏻 don't let the ************ win 😤 we are all behind you. X

[@megmills4798]

Scott and Katie o I am so sorry for this news,, let us stay in prayer over this,,I will pray this is so sad

[@sheenapaden6576]

Don't give up Katie and Scott. I'm sure your sympathetic renovation and hard work to the cottage will be recognised. Beautiful drone footage of the island. 💗

[@LindaDavis-hi2un]

The shots of the deer should be printed and framed. They’re so beautiful! Thanks for everything that you share. Have a blessed week.😊

[@tonymarks65]

Scott &Katie I think it maybe time to move on, I have watched you from the start of your journey, and have loved it, you have been so entertaining and knowledgeable but I have watched you struggle and it has aged you, I think the solitude has had an affect on your health, with an ungrateful landlord who is going to undo all your good work , I say find a new project we will still be here supporting you.❤️

[@isalennox-moore7213]

I feel totally gutted for you. All the research, love and hard work you have put into restoring this historic cottage over the last 12 months is so amazing and the thought that someone wants to hide it all beggars belief!!! My heart goes out to you. Let's hope they change their mind.😢

[@Angilena13]

Sending positive energy. We have enjoyed being part of your journey through your videos. Best wishes as you continue to work toward restoring the cottage to save its historical status.

[@angelastannard1405]

Good Luck you both have put so much both physically and lots of times mentally into what you have achieved 😊 💗 ❤ Sending hugs and best wishes from Scarborough North Yorkshire I'm 85 yrs old widow just love you're video Take Care 💖

[@marmalade509]

Hello from a fellow Grimbarian, although I now live on the other side of Louth. I have spent the last couple of weeks working through all of your videos, starting at No.1. Fascinating stuff. I spent four years (way back, in the mid 60's) living on a Hebridean island, so this is a wonderful way for me to relive some of my own experiences. I wish you all the very best with what is to come. Stay strong, don't lose heart.

[@ettakovalsky6551]

I’m so sorry to hear of the news regarding the restoration of the cottage. After all the work and progress you two have made over the past year and a bit, it use be very disheartening. Wishing you luck with your attempts to carry on the way it should be done. Hopefully Historic Scotland and some of the other agencies can help in this endeavour.

[@petebartlett2229]

Lumberjack from Grimsby……brilliant It’s beyond me why when 2 people want to do the right thing to a building,then someone wants to come in and basically vandalise a historic building… You are breathing life back into it,and giving it a soul again… Some have no idea of retaining history… I’m totally on your side to restore it correctly

[@irenefitzpatrick6480]

Your news is heartbreaking but I’m sure you will find support from all those organisations you mentioned. Lots of love and hugs! Excellent drone shots-so mysterious! ❤❤

[@tricial4330]

The opening sounds of today's episode made me immediately think of the hymn "This Is My Father's World" " All nature sings and round me rings, the music of the spheres." I can't imagine the hardships and heartbreaks, the beauty and isolation, the hopes and dreams, the company of your loving pets, and your abiding love for each other and this harsh and fantastic place.

[@sarahdearborn9191]

I pray that everything will turn out all right. What you two are doing is really interesting. Don't give up .❤😊

[@LillyEve1]

Cedars great for lining closets and making a blanket trunk.

[@Rebecca_of_Oregon]

I’m sad to hear this news. What you have been doing with the restoration is wonderful. Keep the faith.

[@beth_winegarner]

What awful news. I hope you can get one of the heritage associations on your side. And if a letter-writing campaign would help, I know many of us would be willing to send our words of support to the right people.

[@laurelscott4466]

What devastating news! I hope you find a way to change their minds. With you in spirit through out the ‘ battle’. From Australia.

[@ehpeachylove]

I’m so sporty about this news and how it makes absolutely no sense. I pray you both can get a resolution that none of the walks get recovered. It is a damn shame if so… hang in there and home the owners make the right choice in preservation of this historic cottage. Love to you both. ❤❤❤ Beautiful video Scott and Katy. The sheep and the lamb were lovely and would make a beautiful photo.

[@kellinomnom]

That drone footage is outstanding

[@jackhooper3927]

There are days when it is okay to be discouraged, but this is NOT one of those days.

[@christinehodge3608]

Hope things work out for both of you about the Cottage ,on the beautiful island 😊

[@JenMatthews-ci5wo]

Document everything Dampness vs stone walls. That the “fix will exacerbate the dampness. Everything you discussed on the clip Keep your cool. Be factual and reasonable in your comments and communication with the “authorities “. Don’t let emotions cloud your factual communications. 1. Ask questions. What is their thinking/reasoning for these changes. 2. How can you mitigate the problem. And so on. I’m really empathetic with your plight!! I wish you all the luck and success in resolving this!!!!

[@plot1895]

What a beautiful landscape and the drone footage is gorgeous. I hope the issues with the cottage can be resolved. Take care.

[@123boat]

What a stunning start to the video 👏👏👏

[@DutchBugga]

Re: the damp/water issue.. Drill a well 2 ft down at the lowest point of the trench, and drop a submersible pump in it that automatically drains the water when it hits a certain level? This method is widely used in the Netherlands (hence the abundance of windmills) - and we should know a thing or two about water, being 16 meters (48 ft!) below sea level at several points.. If you need a drawing that's easily done - I admit, easier than drilling said well. By the way... you guys are living my dream - just know that there is no such thing as problems.. approach them as challenges..:)

[@terrybull1043]

Discussing your being treated like that stay strong i think the right people involved will help you a lot good luck I for one will still be watching ❤

[@ianrawlins2231]

I have everything crossed for you guys with this. You've put your hearts, and backs, and souls into it. Keep on keeping on - and remember, you're an autonomous collective!

[@mrsplumbridge4888]

I think it's time for Scot to get his scuba diving gear on 😂

[@richinewilson198]

I would think thee heritage foundation and organizations are your best bet .. literally.Im in the US . That's who Id have a meeting with all of them together. Best to you both.

[@catherinecooper2360]

Katie, I saw you do something that made me freeze. As Scott was hitting the wedge, you were standing to the front of him. I know of horrible accidents where the hammer slipped out of the hands of the person wielding the force. It hit the person standing about where you were and killed them. Please don't do that anymore! 😬 I'm so sorry to hear your shocking news! That's awful. If there is anything I can do to further assist you, I'll be happy to do it.

[@maryfields1111]

Lovely job on the shelving unit Scott! 😊

[@iamshotty]

Wow, that sunset literally took my breath away. And OMG, that stag bark literally scared the s**t out of me! A bit of warning in future please 😂I love the new stove. Exceptional arial shots and music. Wish I could help you. I'm just too far xx 🇦🇺❤xx Teresa

[@Caareenkm6726]

Dear Katie.. this is your temporary adopted mother speaking 😂.. please do not stand in front or at an angle in front of anyone swinging an axe. ( you’d have a half sister next time if handle slipped out of his hands) ❤.. hubby needs a stronger magnet and that opening of the sunrise or was it sunset AT at the very beginning of your video.. should be made into pictures ( not sure what size) and sold by you two. I’d buy.. it was a stunning video of that along side that mystical music . 😊 Take care ALBERTA CANADA 🇨🇦 🍁🍁

[@colleenmckinlay2916]

Breaks my heart to here this shocking news. After all your hard work to keep your renovations historically correct. I am absolutely at a loss why your landlord has decided this very unsettling plan. Someone , somewhere will give you the advice needed to fight this ridiculous plan. Thanks for the recipe. Looks yummy!

[@fullframecoach]

I'm so sorry to hear your news, and no wonder you're struggling mentally. Kick in the teeth feels an understatement. I have no wisdom, but can share loads of love from london. I love what you two are doing, and i love watching your vlogs, hearing your stories, and feeling calm seeing your stunning land and seascapes. Thank you for sharing your lives with us. And please give the creatures some rubs from me.

[@stuartrogers621]

My scots auntie in Arbroath used to make tablet, or heart attack in a pan as some call it! Wonderful stuff! Keep up your fight for the traditional, and any historial society must back you! ~ Bless you both!

[@mrsminiver1]

So very sorry for the news you received, all the hard work you’ve done to do things in the proper way, so very sad you don’t get to continue on, I for one have been fascinated by your determination to restore the cottage instead of just covering up to make do. Kudos to you both for giving it a go…

[@megmills4798]

Just prayed for you and I believe doors will open and you will be able to move forward as planned,,let your words be fe ,,tread lightly,,speak what you want to see happen and believe in🛐✝️🕊

[@sheilabartlett6044]

I’m sorry for your discouraging news, don’t lose heart. You two work so well together. A trip to Scotland is what all us across the pond need. I’m so glad that you got your wood stove hooked up. Your scenery is so breathtaking! Thanks for taking us along on your journey.

[@brendakilberg5727]

the drone footage is absolutely incredible! The views and sunsets are stunning. Well done.

[@danielsellers8538]

Surely, the historical value of the house must protect this fabulous place

[@janedickson-gw4pb]

Don’t give up on your dreams for the cottage!! You two are amazing!! 🤩

[@hidegrl]

Respect to you both for doing things the right was and trying to respect the heritage of the house. Great video and I hope the tide turns 🫶

[@sandralovegrove2805]

Incredible amount of HARD work done so far… hope all works out well xoxo

[@navidhan369]

What else could be more nice than listening to your ideal in beautiful scottish accent!

[@wildflower1335]

It was so good o see you two doing a little bit of fun instead of always working. You greatly deserve it! Scott, I bet you'd be (or are) great at a Scottish Highlands games, with the hammer toss!

[@barbarakujawa320]

💕🙏💕 The Most relaxing videos I have seen. Thank you for sharing your lives. I will continue watching. Prayers for your safety chopping up those tree slabs into kindling. 💕🙏💕

[@pulchralutetia]

Love it already! ❤😊😊😊

[@bethdasecke4679]

I am so sad this is happening hoping everything works out but if it does not please dont just dissapear many people would miss you both keep us updated and stay strong sending hugs Beth

[@FranWhorton-of5ql]

Yay!! You did it! Cracked the log in half with the wedge. Wasn't sure if it was possible, but you both were persistant that it would work.

[@stephenbassett4317]

Don't take the axe or hammer back so far, Scott, you use a lot of energy raising it up from behind you before you can strike down. Love your channel, thank you and best of luck in all you do.

[@megmills4798]

Sending hugs🤗&❤seep peacefully

[@elizabethgeyer-green9910]

Absolutely shocking. My heart goes out to you both. Keep on keeping on

[@mja4649]

As you seem really very eloquent with the written word have you written to the King and his many trusts etc.? 😎 Go to the top man in the country Scotland that is...Be Brave 😁

[@jenniecallomon164]

Goodness , shocked at your news…what utter folly ! I’m sure a solution will be found, just a shame that it adds to your workload & stress levels. Wishing you both the best & help & advice is quickly forthcoming x

[@joyceglaister2086]

Hi both - loved the video and so good to see and hear the deers. New fire range looks brilliant. 🐑🐑🐑🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

[@janegriffiths5838]

Horrendous news!😢. The heritage needs….must be retained.

[@Rescueluv]

I wish I had a magic wand you have only ever been ethical custodians of the cottage the environment and the history. You have worked so so hard I am tearful for you both and what you have created big virtual hug stay true to yourselves and thankyou for a beautiful video yet again although this one tinged with sadness

[@beverlyethridge5084]

Definately good at swinging that sledge. 😊

[@jenhanlon3840]

Your videos are getting more beautiful each week. Am devastated at the news regarding the cottage but surely with the conservation agencies help something can be done. I wish more folks had the heart and soul for restoration instead of renovation. Perhaps then there would be more builders around using old skills and crafts rather than just bricks, mortar and plasterboard! Let’s hope you find the help needed for the cottage’s sake … and yours of course

[@weecharlie01]

From watching other magnet-fishers, I’m pretty sure you could get one with more “grip” for heavier/ stuck items

[@JoanneShipston-cl4zj]

I suspect the decision to use bricks and plaster board is an economic one. Perhaps if you could secure a restoration grant from a heritage group it may help change the owners mind. Good luck, and I salute your efforts thus far - you are an inspiration to others.

[@hanneliewiese3477]

I soooo love that last song in your video ❤❤❤

[@isadelahunt2284]

That quote is from Lonesome Dove--great movie! Great book, too.

[@jenniferfarrah3134]

I’m so sorry for you both , all that hard work you have put into that cottage. To have to then put it back as it was , must be gutting , keeping my fingers crossed that someone comes up with a better solution . I loved watching the deer & sheep together , how amazing to have that on your door step . Fingers & toes crossed for you. 😘

[@nancybottemiller2522]

What devastating news! I am broken hearted. We viewers across the ocean in the US, feel for your situation. Please keep the faith and hope someone sees this heritage needs to be presesrved.😢

[@RobertBobForsyth]

The important thing at present is to remain positive and be considered in your thoughts and deeds. Until the chimney is fixed and flashed you will continue to have damp at that stove location, its priority No1. The gable wall will have a solution but it needs to have your planned input. Your stonemason should be able to provide you with his considered scope of work based on his long experience. Also request a written detailed scope of work from the builder who is to undertake the work, with these you can at least start to negotiate. What is definitely unadvisable is for work to start without a detailed and considered and agreed scope of work because this is likely to be counter productive and consequently uneconomic in the event of remediation. It seems that the proposed work has not been seen or surveyed in-situ by the builder, highly unusual? Is the builder guaranteeing the work? If the builder is undertaking the work on the chimney, again request a written scope of work and a guarantee. Do not be put off with the use of modern materials and techniques they have their place but you need to know how they are to be deployed and they should be used sympathetically with the buildings history. Is it a listed building?

[@staceyalbert3523]

Scott and Katie don’t own the cottage; I believe it’s the owners who have engaged a contractor and approved the revised renovations.

[@TheScottishIsle]

No it's not listed. I don't know why i was missed; perhaps uninhabited at the time all of that began.

[@duncanbrailsford6903]

think the tool that came with the stove is for removing a hot ash can

[@hanneliewiese3477]

Everything will work out - your passion and dedication are not for nothing.

[@marypasco2213]

The pieces of scenery, with the deer in it, especially with the sheep, are great for photographs & framing. A little more income, maybe. Get hold of whoever you can, as fast as you can. Explain the situation, IN DETAIL. Too beautiful, and unique, a place to 'destroy' it like that! Keep up the great work, kids.❤

[@marriettecharlton2143]

Heartbreaking.....

[@beverlyzimmermann5868]

Always worried you would do all the work, than.lose it, I really hope not🖐🇺🇸

[@Argrouk]

I think you need to get traditional. Cover yersel in blue paint, and stand claymores ready when the builders come.

[@nadineveitch5837]

We're all with you and will support you with however you tackle it. I wish I could buy you the island as you are definitely the best caretakers of it. With life I think we're just along for the ride and fate will take us on the path it has planned. Hang in there and hope there are calmer waters soon. xxx

[@cathylarkins9949]

Around 1992 I think I have been to this house on its own island in the middle of a huge loch…we also went to an ancient cemetery where our host rang a bell on the altar

[@carlnewton1126]

Why don’t you contact Core Conservation in Edinburgh, they could possibly help?

[@MrMultimindy]

surely David Niven can help and fight in your corner. 🤣

[@ShelaghCorson]

Good luck.

[@megmills4798]

Have to work but will catch up sleep well😊

[@maryanneendeman2073]

Wow, what a shock! We look forward to your videos each Sunday after church! You both have worked yourselves to death to bring that cottage back to its original condition, not to mention trying to fix all the sloppy and frankly, ugly renovations that were done over the years. I know the water issues have been a nightmare. Hang in there Katie and Scott! From Northern California, you are in our prayers!❤🙏

[@CrankyBeach]

Ditto from another Northern Californian who also watches the weekly videos right after church.... Why on earth would someone think that just covering up the damp spots would "restore" the cottage? It makes zero sense.

[@heatherb7032]

Enjoying the videos

[@63pumpkin]

Perhaps you should don a wetsuit Scott, and investigate the metal treasure in the water!

[@lilly6766]

Im so sorry! Give me somewhere to sign, please! ❤❤❤ All the best!

[@sallystanley4526]

I’m so sorry, I hope you find someone that can help save the cottage 😢

[@mr.underhill7072]

hope things are going okay there

[@janetmackinnon3411]

No, there is a threat to the whole project.

[@megmills4798]

Evening you both😊

[@mikepallister3037]

Magical drone Creation splendor

[@ceahorse56]

You two are pouring your heart and soul into this Croft and if you can’t modernize the Croft to be comfortable would you be happy there?

[@colinwilkinson3648]

Is it the landowner that has decided to bring in the builders to bodge the cottage ?If it's out of your hands as hard as it may be you can always walk away.I wish you all the luck in the world regardless.

[@joanmoss9371]

We have an odd stag here too…wrong country but looks so right when the mist filters the trees.

[@topnotchpiperdad]

Guys get a fan to put on the top of the wood burner it will push the heat out into the room,Amazon?

[@mr.underhill7072]

Dances with Wolves !

[@lcarlson7]

Shocking news and I do hope you find a conservation agency who will be willing to help. The damp you've uncovered in the main room should be strong arguement toward a proper conservation instead of just chucking a load of covering back on top. It makes me sad. Is there a Scottish equivalent to the listed building system we hear about on BBC in England? There must be someone. There must. ❤

[@maryfields1111]

😂I know what movie that line is from! Hahaha

[@AddamJane]

Agree that it you both that we watch and love ❤- not the cottage !

[@mr.underhill7072]

and put me down for some tablet :)