VICTORIAN EMPTY HOUSE TOUR | 1887 house (including creepy basement)

[@jacocharo]

The hardwood floors: Iconic. The tin ceiling: Showstopping. The foyer: One of a kind. The cellar: Never the same. I love this house.

[@LeejaMiller]

hahahaaaa same!!

[@katherinegerdes2565]

I literally fell the same!! I was just having this discussion with my best friend that my dream house is a Victorian with a mixture of modern and art deco decor inside. Very 2020s does the 1920s

[@01denese]

Beautiful. Finally, an old home that hasn't been gutted and replaced with black, white and grey colors.

[@daninindo]

Yaaaaaas you better WERQ Ms. Lawyer Lady with the victorian realness.

[@LeejaMiller]

hahahah THANK YOU

[@hmmmm7879]

I would love to see your journey of moving in and decorating if that’s sum you’d like to do :)

[@LeejaMiller]

I could make that happen!!

[@elly791]

Yes!! At least a tour once you're done decorating 😍

[@roca3767]

Seconded

[@MrKurtfinn]

Any time someone leaves their safe space to do something normal they glamorize it and think it’s a journey

[@parisanba]

There's so many million-dollar mansion tours on YT that I just don't care about but THIS... this is cool. Would love to see a before/after of the basement if you ever do work on it-- there's enough windows & space down there to make a cozy little cave with some new floors and paint on the walls! Would LOVE to know if the doorframe in the study was possibly a secret passage at some point. Also the crawlspace to nowhere under the kitchen-- I immediately thought "trapdoor." Wonder if there was anything there that was sealed up (and could possibly be reopened?) And the wash days!!! Can't believe you thought that was creepy. SO cool. If I ever repainted that wall I would simply leave a square around that untouched, or even frame it. What a neat piece of history to have literally engraved in your home.

[@barijade]

BRB moving to the cities to be Leeja's tenant.

[@LeejaMiller]

lolllllll

[@barijade]

@@LeejaMiller I mean I was thinking about making my way there anyways 😏

[@VirginiaGeorge]

@@barijade depends on what you’re looking for. We moved away almost 6 years ago and you couldn’t pay me to go back, but I don’t like people. I mean, I like people, there are just too many of them in the Cities.

[@drcrusher5785]

I lived in a house built in the 1800’s in southern MN, and the basement was straight out of the saw movies. There was a crawl space with a dirt floor that was presumably a root cellar, and when you would shine a light in you could see all of the eyes of the spiders living in it.

[@LeejaMiller]

omg i hate it!

[@drcrusher5785]

I’d definitely avoid bringing an LED flashlight down there if you can avoid it! 😅

[@drcrusher5785]

@Alexandroth Productions But the spiders live there…

[@ashleyrodriguez8156]

That's a hard no!

[@forkmcspoon198]

The woodwork is magnificent! 😍 And a tin ceiling?! Amazing. Great find. Thanks for sharing!

[@LeejaMiller]

Right????

[@finleykim]

Congratulations! I lived in the Midwest for 8 years and there were so many architectural gems and at prices unheard of in other parts of North America. It's great that you love it so much and see its beauty and potential. I wish you all the very best in your new home.

[@LeejaMiller]

Aw thank you!!! Agreed, I got off the coasts so I could have an opportunity like this one

[@katherinegerdes2565]

That front room is perfect for Christmas. Put the tree in that nook and garland and bows across the mantle. An ornate guilded mirror above the fireplace... I'm decorating you're house in my mind and it's #stunning. I can't wait to see what you do with the space. I'm obsessed with your house. It's everything I've ever wanted in a house.

[@LeejaMiller]

RIGHT?? I want to get some vintage christmas decor and really play it up

[@katherinegerdes2565]

@@LeejaMiller the house demands that honestly and it's going to be amazing!

[@mumplaysthesims8396]

That's the first thing I thought too

[@nghtguy13]

@@LeejaMiller I'm in West Virginia and we have thrift stores everywhere. The first of the year, I hit up all the Catholic stores because they have boat loads of Christmas decorations for nearly nothing. I went in one a couple years ago and asked the lady up front how much for the whole aisle... She said, ugh.... 20 bucks? 😲🙃 Wasn't me. ☠️ There were loads of vintagggge ornaments. Hand blown and painted, handmaid wooden ones, etc. And in the mix, there was a Christmas tree box, a regular looking one, it said it was prelit so I opened it to try the lights, and boom biotch. Someone had put their vintage aluminum tree in that box. 6' classic aluminum tree with the original rotating light. The pompom one. I legit started crying. 😂 At the time they were worth $1,000 or so. I think they've came down see this past year but gah. I gave it to my momma because she's always talked about wanting one because it was her favorite tree growing up that my papaw put up. :) She puts it up every year and not a soul is allowed to touch it. 🤣😂🤣😂 Not sure why I went on a tangent about Christmas decorations... Sadly Christmas decorations are my all time favorite thing. :D Tl;Dr: I have hoarding tendencies when it comes to Christmas decorations.

[@louis78410]

Absolutely stunning ! So much potential 🤯

[@LeejaMiller]

Thank you!!

[@AMH1988]

As a British person who has always lived in Old houses. I adore your house. I know you are freaked out by the basement, but man, that is what sold me on it. ALL THAT STORAGE 🤩

[@LeejaMiller]

Hahah I know right! Someone suggested turning it into a speakeasy though and now I'm obsessed

[@AMH1988]

@@LeejaMiller if you panel off the walls and ceilings down there, it would have the profile of a traditional cottage. You could lean into that and have a house within a house, it's so big. Or make it guest quarters for the guests you don't like very much. Lol

[@HybridDecon]

Maybe Paul is the fish? He’s just there chilling on the pipe and keeping watch of your basement for any ghosts, for you! Good job Fish Paul 👌 (LOVE this house and can’t wait to see what you do with it!)

[@LeejaMiller]

hahahaha brilliant

[@marianneconverse4824]

I am drooling over your floors. That inlay work is so beautiful. And its a fun kind of quirky how the front rooms are all super Victorian and the kitchen is a different era altogether. I wouldn't change the aesthetics either. Just as long as water/heat/electrical is safe, its good to go. Great catch!

[@LeejaMiller]

thank you!! agreed!

[@somberzombie]

I would almost be tempted to make the cellar super bright and peaceful with cozy vibes so you’re not spooked! That kitchen is soooo beautiful ☺️

[@LeejaMiller]

omg HOW though?? I've thought about what I could do to make it less spooky and have come up with a blank since the ceilings are so low and the walls are so creepy.

[@10144viewer]

? if the electrical experts are still there, add light, light, light.... if you get some time, paint anything that can be painted = white .... it may be these two steps are relatively inexpensive and will at least make the place less depressingly creepy (= you may want to wait till after Halloween, if you celebrate that holiday because it would make for a great haunted house ....) -- also YES 1937 wash days etchings are wonderful

[@melissamcelroy6035]

What a beautiful home! I love Victorians. The fireplaces and the pocket doors are to die for!

[@LeejaMiller]

right?? Thank you!!

[@jhodigolightly1508]

I absolutely love it. Sitting here in England wondering why you have found a better Victorian house than I've ever seen here. Ps. Noticed that you picked up pace when running out your creepy basement. Congratulations 👏

[@LeejaMiller]

Hahahah it's creepy even in the daytime!! And thank you!!

[@jhodigolightly1508]

@@LeejaMiller you're welcome. Now not to make it creepier but I couldn't help myself... one, two Paul's coming for you. Three, four he's at your door. Five, six he's picking up sticks. Seven, eight you've sealed your fate. 👻

[@Jordan-pf9ws]

My father started out restoring really old houses around Toronto so they have a special feel for me. We lived in one when I was really small.

[@Alan713ch]

oh, that’s gorgeous if you are redoing the wiring, maybe use the opportunity to wire for cat5e or cat6 internet? that way you can have access points so your wifi never drops also you could renovate the basement into a workout room! or a home theatre

[@javierquinterosurzua2767]

A capricon's dream. I can only imagine how you're planning to decorate to highlight the traditional architecture while integrating some modern ideas!!!

[@cinemaocd1752]

Christine McConnell would approve this content. It's a great sign that your house has the old doors and windows. This is an awesome moment for you. Congratulations.

[@rennaayyash2853]

I hope you do another video to show us how you decorated the place!

[@thormaster06]

The house is stunning!! Brings back the memories of when I bought my house in Jamaica Plain in Boston after searching for 2 years for a perfect home! I had walls in my creepy basement plastered and painted and put in some light fixtures because I hated it! It wasn't expensive and the transformation was unreal! Looking forward to new house videos!

[@LeejaMiller]

Ooo that's good to know! Love Jamaica Plain there are some gorgeous houses there I bet yours is a gem

[@juliahotinger2206]

You should turn one of those small rooms in the basement into a wine cellar. It would be perfect!

[@LeejaMiller]

ooooo!! that's an interesting idea!!!

[@camilledvorak7151]

I think the "swimming pool nook" was part of an old coal chute?

[@sanityisrelative]

Creepy basements are genuinely my favorite thing and I love everything about this.

[@marymac3572]

Just Leeja, the (future) plants, and the ghosts. Iconic.

[@LeejaMiller]

hahaah omg you're right. and moira snoring into the abyss

[@marymac3572]

@@LeejaMiller how could I forget Moira?

[@misslaurenmyers]

Oh, Leeja, sending so much love and light while you settle into your stunning property 😍💖

[@LeejaMiller]

[@LindseyScalera]

Love love love. Post as many updates about your house as much as you want! Old houses have quirks and it’s just part of the character and texture of everyday living as the steward of such an old dwelling. I live in a 90 year old house and creaky floor boards, weird little doors, defunct coal chute are just part of it! Fun!

[@amelielovesnoodles]

Omg this is my dream house! Congrats Leeja this is amazing

[@LeejaMiller]

aw thank you!!!

[@tami3456]

I love Victorian Era houses, they have so much charm and elegance. I live for the creepy aesthetic. 😊

[@LeejaMiller]

right???

[@LodisVlogs]

You had me at creepy basement 🧡😂

[@jaisingz6117]

I love how it looks lawyery

[@andreasol4335]

Wow!!! your house is stunning!!!!!! Super happy for you. Can't wait to see it furnished.

[@hailey0917]

This is the coolest things I’ve ever seen. And the “wash days” wow. Art. History. Spectacular. Wow. 👏🏻👏🏻 I am so envious of your home.

[@geraldturner7321]

Leeja, your house is simply amazing. Don't change anything that isn't necessary, its what makes it unique and special to you and itself. Congratulations

[@cgj28ok]

I love it, I love it, I love it. Congratulations. And remember, if you open up that walled off doorway and find a doll sitting there, just wall it back up again. LoL. Cheers from Vancouver, B.C.

[@RebelStout]

This house is iconic! Love Minneapolis old architecture! It’s and absolute honor to own such a gorgeous property! Please keep sharing!

[@bonniem7300]

Congratulations!! Beautiful home, thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to see your new home journey.

[@christycortez3964]

That woodwork (chef’s kiss) enjoy!

[@merlynnbell7631]

I LOVE Victorian houses!!! This is a gorgeous home!!! Congratulations, and keep us up to date with more videos!!

[@AntoniaMorris]

Reminds me of the Altbau buildings here in Berlin

[@LeejaMiller]

Omg what do I do with the creepy basement though? Just leave it creepy? Also I'll have to look up the Altbau buildings, sounds cool!

[@AntoniaMorris]

@@LeejaMiller I would fill the basement with lots of light to make it a little less spooky 😅 Maybe you could tile the floors/walls so you don't have that creepy concrete feel to it, then it's more like a bathroom. That fish has to stay though!

[@feminisTina.]

This house is STUNNING.

[@montib]

The hardwood floors and that tin ceiling..swoon worthy! That clawfoot tub and the walk in closet beautiful. All the molding and stained glass accents...the stuff dreams are made of! Congratulations!

[@tarren452]

Dayumm Leeja that is one STUNNING house. So pleased for you!!!!

[@LeejaMiller]

Thank you!!!

[@margaretthornton8432]

I absolutely love old buildings! they have a lot of craftmanship and personality. Please keep us updated! I'd love to see more of this house!

[@hannahmariani2927]

i will be your duplex renter. i adore older housess!! absolutely stunning

[@chronicstar]

Love love love the craftsmanship of older historic homes. Congratulations!

[@LeejaMiller]

agreed, thank you!!

[@ninin117]

i was surprised to see a video from you when looking for tours of old houses like this! its gorgeous!

[@alinamhensley]

Me, less than a minute in: delighted I'm not the only person who calls it the FOY-YAY (Fwa-yay for me actually, but all the same, weird birds of a feather.)

[@LeejaMiller]

lolllll yeah I do it just to be a little annoying

[@Emily-tj3di]

Come to the UK! We all say it like that here!

[@alinamhensley]

@@Emily-tj3di omg not weird just british bless

[@rabidsamfan]

That is how I was taught to say it.

[@samanthawalls7610]

Wait how else do people say it? lol I’m from California and we all say it like that. At least myself and everyone I know.

[@scottkriletich89]

Whoaaaaaa you are living the dream! Scary movie night at Leeja's place! :)

[@miathemouse5659]

I really love this house! I go on tours of houses like this, because a historic preservation organization in my state and works with owners to host open houses. It's a lot of fun. One time, one of the houses one tour had just been purchased, and the owner was in the process of organizing it's restoration, so we got to see what it looked like before restoration. The one's that aren't ever abandoned are really cool too, but will definitely require work, as you have seen.

[@bestpoubelle5332]

Damn that house is so beautiful! As long as the lights and heat work, you got running water, nothing is leaking, and you're safe, that's the important stuff. All the other imperfecions give the house character.

[@LeejaMiller]

agreed!

[@sofiaalmeida3770]

Wowwww…. amazing house, amazing creepy basement, amazing everything! 👌🏻 Congratulations on the new home, it’s so good to move and start fresh. I love old houses with character, I’m hypnotized by them 👍🏻 I loved that red fish randomly staring at you from above lol

[@joesweeney85]

I have house envy! Absolutely stunning. Definitely need some artwork on those walls (I can hook you up! 😉) Huge congratulations and thank you for sharing 🙏 x

[@cheekychops11978]

Absolutely beautiful - love it x Who wants level playing marbles 😂😂

[@mynocturnallife]

I LOVE old houses!!!! You call the creaky/ uneven floors quirks, I call them safety features. 🥰 Plus, they're gorgeous! I love that you're focused on the preservation of it, too! **Bringing it to code is one thing, gutting it for "open concept" or to give it "clean lines", is something completely different. Maybe it's great for some, but it's incredibly sad to see all that workmanship destroyed.** If you know any empaths, psychics, and/or mediums, it wouldn't hurt to cleanse and bless this house so you can both have a fresh start upon moving in. Your house probably already appreciates you considering how you want to take care of it, so you're off to a good start! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

[@garygloska7396]

The 3 shelves along the staircase are stunningly beautiful!!!

[@samanthawalls7610]

You’re living in my dream house!! Spooky basement included! 😂

[@CosmicSpeck]

Oh my god THIS HOUSE!!! It's so gorgeous Leeja, congratulations on your gorgeous home ♥️

[@wireframe01]

Stunning! So Lucky. The detail and colors! I hope it works well for you!

[@LeejaMiller]

Thank you!!

[@karleek.2053]

This house feels so much like you. I'm so glad you guys found each other

[@LeejaMiller]

Aw thank you!! I agree!

[@Alex30Ian]

I never thought I could be this jealous in my life..... WHAT A DREAM HOUSE!!!!!

[@kellyrasmussen3946]

Yes Sister!!! It's beautiful and amazing! Congrats on owning such an historic home!

[@Fportas2]

Congrats!!! Its beautiful

[@LeejaMiller]

Thank you!!

[@domn415]

I love your house...it has so much of its original details. I wish you the best of luck furnishing and moving into your new..old house!

[@abd5441]

Congratulations, your home is stunning! I love old houses for the unique features & beautiful craftsmanship. I’d love to see an update. I even dig the creepy basement. My husband would set up his record player down there, fill those shelves in the “door room” with his junk & use the entire space for his man cave.

[@rheannaradloff5012]

😱I'm OBSESSED!!! My home was built in 1850 something (there's no record of the exact year) but aside from the extremely uneven floor, janky dwarf hallway, and creepy basement lol you can't tell it's that old because there been so many updates and add-ons over the years. But fun fact it was originally a school house so that's pretty cool. Congratulations on the new home!

[@LeejaMiller]

ugh cool!!! I know I was floored at how well this one was preserved, to think over almost 140 years no one had the audacity to fully change it, though a lot of the woodwork isn't original it's as close as it could be!

[@rheannaradloff5012]

@@LeejaMiller lol oh yeah for sure, that was an amazing find, thank goodness nobody tried changing it 🙌. And regardless if the wood work is original or not it's still stunning and I never would have known the difference lol

[@kaw6037]

This house is absolutely a dream! Basement is scary as hell but hey 🤷‍♀️. The character is irresistible! Love it! Can't wait to see more of this!

[@anniebrooks347]

The detailing is *chefs kiss*

[@LeejaMiller]

agreeeeeed

[@The_Avery]

WOW!!! What a beautiful house!! A tin roof are you kidding me, that is beyond iconic

[@jhamblin23]

Leeja, i lived in an old farm house and you can get a paint sprayer and paint everything white. Helps a lot when you have to be down there for some time, makes it super bright. We didnt really clean it first. The basement walls you could climb. They tapered out the the ground under the house lolol you could see dirt and ground above the rock walls they just piled for walls.

[@ukallii]

LOVE LOVE LOVE! Please post more about this house - updates, renovations, restorations, history - absolutely in love with this! 💖💖💖

[@LeejaMiller]

yay thank you!!

[@azuradawn5683]

Omg Leeja, it's beautiful!! Please post more as you decorate it! Also - whatever you do with the basement, please keep the laundry schedule and the fish! Congratulations on the new house - I can't wait to see how you fix it up!!

[@alexwilliams1281]

This is amazing Leeja, good for you. Major inspiration for everyone because you deserve it all

[@Dosh-cd4mo]

Wow! Beautiful home. What a treasure! Congratulations on the new house.

[@LeejaMiller]

Thank you!!

[@alshirley3444]

I am in LOVE. Would love to see it furnished. The flooring and tiles are spectacular. Loving the old doors in the basement. Glad to see the foundation is good. Please please please tell me more

[@stuartcrowder1]

Its MASSIVE! What a beautiful house, WELL DONE! I remember when I bought my place, the excitement to get in and start putting my stamp on the place was immense. One tip (Which I am sure you are already doing) but create a pinterest board for each room and then whenever you see things that you like pin them to the boards and after a while the boards will start to take shape of an aesthetic or theme - and then you can build on that! Enjoy! excited to see more as you get in and make it your own Stu xx

[@denisebryank8152]

I love it! Just be sure to hang lose, some days the imperfections will bug you. Other days, no sweat. I love the work you do! WHEN Kamala gets in, you should check with her, you have so much to offer.

[@EddieEst1993]

I’m already obsessed with this. I need more videos of progress!!

[@LeejaMiller]

I can do that!

[@joshuakoenig2740]

Stunning stairway . . . I live in an 1885 Baltimore townhouse with very similar finishes as regards woodwork and plaster detailing . . . your gorgeous space is so inviting . . . it's rich but warm . . . congrats!

[@angel129116]

WOW....that place is beautiful! What a find.

[@ried1284]

Absolutely gorgeous!! I too am a lover of beautiful old homes, mine is circa 1902 and it has been a labor of love🥰

[@okm5406]

Beautiful! And thank you for saying foyer properly ❤️😆

[@crisfer22]

I like you more after hearing you speak about old houses like that. ❤️

[@catrine982]

So beautiful! An old house like that is my absolute dream

[@richardhannes1]

Painting the tin ceiling room green seems so unnatural to me because the blue and gold Color combo is iconic. The anicient Egyptians really knew where it’s at

[@renbortosky7052]

That tin roof is EVERYTHING!!! Can't wait to see the finished tour. I hope you do post a lot of home improvement videos, too.

[@tstride2009]

omg this is amazing! love the camera work also seriously if you ever get rid of any of these doors, i will never forgive you! so good

[@LeejaMiller]

omg i would NEVER, open floor plans are dead and I'm not interested!

[@jenka3119]

Don't know whether you saw the movie - but that staircase gives me Crimson Peak vibes. LOVE the tin ceiling, that room will be stunning with green walls. Congratulations on such a gorgeous house!!

[@gieslerbrad]

Wow, that’s a beauty! I love the idea of dark green in the gold room.

[@EleutheriaBeth]

I am so here for you sharing more of your real life .. I mean I love your law content, but THIS is awesome.

[@LeejaMiller]

hehehe THANK YOU!

[@feliciawebb6081]

Absolutely loved this! We had a house built in 1914 and it was rough to keep up with the maintenance, but I definitely still love old homes! Can’t wait to see everything you do!

[@lovepotiondrunk]

Gorgeous home! Cheers homeowner!! Would absolutely love update videos on the place! ✨✨✨

[@LeejaMiller]

thank you!!! I can make that happen!

[@StLProgressive]

Oh, I love it! Absolutely gorgeous. I love old houses. Mine was built in 1885, what we call a mini St. Louis mansard. I’ve always wanted a space for a baby grand/library. Don’t have the space, though. Love that your house hasn’t been modernized, like paining the woodwork white etc. My basement is also freaking creepy, so spidery. No thanks. I go down there as infrequently as possible. 😂

[@CaptainAnglican]

Totally serving up some Jane Austin-Esquire realness up in here! Loving and living for your new home!

[@camilledvorak7151]

Lovely. I love how they put the finishing touches on homes then. Love the built in in the foyer, and the wood, wow. I love old homes too. Mine was built in 1915, much smaller and less stately, but it has 10 foot ceilings and wide baseboards, sadly they painted over all the lovely wood over the decades, there are LAYERS of paint on the woodwork. But the hardwood floors are gorgeous and in great shape. I use Murphy's oil soap to clean them and drench them in lemon oil once a year. (Cleaning aisle, near the Murphy's.). For some weird reason there was apparently a fad of plastering in the fireplaces here, every older home I've seen, fireplaces plastered over. Insane. I would have loved to be able to use it last year when we had 12° temps, which is rare for the delta of TN. My house also has lynch locks on the doors, my town was founded in 1873, Alex Haley's family lived in the town so I'm sure you can imagine why people needed lynch locks. Sad. There used to be a wrap around porch but it was renovated into the home to make the bathrooms, laundry room, etc. Can't wait to see how you decorate yours. Hopebyou make more videos showing it off.

[@LeejaMiller]

Thank you!! Wow I had literally never heard of lynch locks.... shows my ignorance oops!! Also yes one of my fireplaces is cemented in??? Like theres a mantle and then... just cement? It's very weird.

[@camilledvorak7151]

@@LeejaMiller I can send pics if you'd like. Of both. I'll find you on Twitter and send a dm.

[@camilledvorak7151]

I can't send a dm, or I'm just dumb. I'm @crochetwoman17

[@takemeinstead_]

I had to pause the video to look at that tin ceiling and gape. Gorgeous. And all that wood... That house is a treasure.

[@CorynnODea]

We literally just finished building our new home and I completely agree, there is something magical about an old home too. I'm trying so hard to bring in loved pieces and aspects to our new home to give it that "been loved" vibe! Very intrigued to see your projects and updates! 💜👏

[@charmaineb3664]

I watched the latest video you posted and said to myself, "I wonder if she has a house tour video." Just looking at the background of that video I just knew you live in a beautiful place. This is one of the most beautiful homes I've ever seen. Best wishes to you.

[@Monarains]

Gorgeous, love the wood, the floors, doorways built ins, everything, really very incredible, wow! Love it love you! Girl you rock! Mona Rains 💕💚🦋🙏🌻🫶🏿