Why no one wanted to buy this ABANDONED Portuguese farm when we DID!

Our biggest announcement of the year so far, we reveal what our plans are with the derelict house on our farm in Portugal. We're so excited to share the journey with you, it's really only just getting started and we plan to share the entire process of paperwork, planning permission, architects, contractors and all the ups and downs! Make sure you subscribe so that you don't miss any of it.
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Thanks so much for watching!!!

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching folks. We do hope you enjoyed the tour of the house as well as the plans we have in mind for this space. If you would like to follow us in real time, head on over to Instagram instagram.com/thenewbys/?hl=en and if you would like to support us even further and get access to more exclusive content, join us on Patreon www.patreon.com/thenewbys . Can't wait to see you all again on Wednesday!

[@connimace258]

A big project ahead of you. It's such a beautiful property. The kids seem to be flourishing there. The chickens for sure are happy. It's peaceful. Hope an pray your dream house comes to fruition.

[@sofiareis1414]

Olá Newbys! Hope John's shoulder is getting better! What a big new! Big project also! It's going to be worth it and I'm sure it will be amazing, like everything you do in the farm 👌🏼 So funny when John picked the "blood" 😂 It seems to be "Betadine", an antiseptic solution that looks like blood! We are going to have some rainny days 👏🏼 A kiss to all the family and see you Wednesday 🌿

[@moniqueblondel5829]

Why no keeping the actual house you are living in?

[@KatrinaRatliff]

I love watching, but you may know that by now. I was thinking about your content should you have routine hiccups like John's shoulder issue. There are somethings you have done in the past that would be great to see, but not just as reruns. Episodes done in chapter firms of your travels with you narrating them. The chapters could be perhaps about 4 months of travels with links to full episodes. The other thing I think would be incredibly interesting is a John focused series of his travels before. Like his places he went I believe as a reporter. Lastly, you two traveled a lot. Having a family and farm has slowed you down, but you are in a "new country". Day trips or overnight trips to places of interest, exploring food and wine would be awesome. You two are the perfect ambassador type couple. So I hope you will show off more than the farm. You fell in love with Portugal. So show Portugal. Either way I will be watching you Be Brave, Think Big And Exploring!

[@crescentmoonfarm1814]

It’s so disappointing that you have bought into the the culture of tear it down and build new. New is better. What happens to all the rubble? What happens to all the history? This is just not what I expected from this channel. Good luck. I won’t watch any further.

[@stephanieh.777]

The spiders you showed are types of "cellar spiders"; they are actually very helpful, and have probably kept the derelect house from falling victim to other insect infestations; they also hunt black widows, which is most definitely a great benefit. Cellar spiders are not poisonous for humans; just wipe away their webs, carry the spiders out in a jar, and let them go in your forest area - they are beneficial to your land's health!

[@Mel.H_]

In the 🇺🇸 we call them Daddy Long Legs - yeah? LOL

[@anniemac3075]

​@@Mel.H_In Wales Daddy Long Legs is what we call Crane Flies.

[@Mel.H_]

@@anniemac3075 interesting!!

[@anniemac3075]

@@Mel.H_ 😸

[@nancypereira995]

In Canada we also call them Daddy Long Legs.

[@ecijaosswald1406]

So glad for you coming to a fine decision - build from scratch! We tried to renovate an old house in the Mediterranean but humidity kept creeping up the walls. A total new building will be dry and safe and the maintenance will save you the money you invest now. The farm has wonderful views, try to incorporate those. You will enjoy it year round. Your boys are beaming joys, love to see them with their lovely parents. Take care and John, WATCH YOUR SHOULDER!!!

[@doublescorpions]

Yes! Crusoe had it right, "Crash it down!"

[@tonys1636]

Restoration always, preserves a buildings history. My father restored houses, only one at a time (legal avoidance of Capital Gains Tax as main and only residence) and we lived in it or should that be camped whilst the work was done. Finished and sold, we moved to the next project. Lots of bomb damaged houses around in the '50's.

[@skyeseaborn1170]

Love your comments.👍

[@annies8075]

Makes total sense to demolish and rebuild. That way you can build a house that totally meets your needs, instead of trying to alter, redesign and renovate an old one. With a new build you can also incorporate eco friendly measures far easily than trying to install in an old building. Exciting times ahead for you 👍

[@antoniodasilva1230]

Why ?doing that is going to cost way more money plus your going to need approval and building licenses

[@ankiking]

Save the roof tiles if they are good and the stoves (which might be for coal?). But yes, a re-build seems to make sense.

[@antoniodasilva1230]

@@ankiking the walls are in great shape they need new doors windows teardown the ceiling and roof make a new roof and eclectic ect.ect

[@ankiking]

@@antoniodasilva1230 It looks like the walls are soaking up moisture from the ground which makes them crack. I don’t consider that good walls, but might just be me. 😊

[@stephaniekelly3962]

I love the quirkiness of the separate buildings but…as it is right now the only space available for the boys to have their own room would be in another building, so creating one space makes so much sense. Look forward to joining you on this incredible journey. Much love to you all.

[@Carolscavaliers]

So excited for your plans Tara and John! We will be coming along for the journey, every step of the way!

[@ziskabrits618]

This is a journey I don’t want to miss out on. Could see John’s head going in overload with plans spinning around. Please just let your shoulder heal first 🙏🕊🙏 You two are just at another level in so many ways. Love ❤️ ❤❤❤ you 🌹

[@TheNewbys]

We can't wait to share them with you Ziska! So many exciting ideas and plans. Thanks so much for watching and for all the support 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@raelenegotts1752]

Thankyou Newby's for allowing us to be part of your journey. It's so exciting! Look forward to the good, bad and ugly. Have an awesome week.

[@stillirise4289]

Wow! what an opening ...i was literally sitting on the edge of my chair! I can't wait to see what will become of this home!

[@magicwendy210]

the spooky music when you went into the building made me giggle 😆 lots of work to do on it and a lot of trees need to be cleared around it for fire wall break, be interesting to see what you do

[@TheNewbys]

So glad you enjoyed it Wendy! Thanks so much for watching 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@wendykidd1663]

I was giggling at the music too! 🎶 😂

[@deborahhedges5645]

The spiders won’t hurt anything and are easy to deal with but the vines are a different matter. Wisteria has been known to lift a home off its foundation

[@themintleaf1778]

Totally agree to build new house from scratch with big windows to bring the outside indoors. You should first approach movie industry to come and film a horror movie before you start. I hate spiders. UK is a spider country big black tarantulas which gives me creeps. I thought John would start tearing it down and rebuild himself but I was relieved when you said architects are involved. Good plan. Crusoe barefoot even in that horrid house amazes me. You definitely need a new built beautiful home.

[@TheNewbys]

I would love bigger windows Mint Leaf, so that will definitely be something we put in. Loved your comment about the horror movie 😂 Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@themintleaf1778]

Just a suggestion. Depending on which direction the stone table area of the house faces, I would suggest you install wall to wall glass sliding doors to get the maximum natural light and view from inside. I love natural light. Also if you can and since you are joining two houses into one try and build one level house. Most houses in warm states in USA one level houses have higher values than two level house. I have one level huge home and it is so much nicer. @@TheNewbys

[@ebbanzai]

Thanks for bringing us along on this new plan. I agree that a view thru to the stone table would be impressive. I panicked a bit when you spoke of tearing down both houses. Construction is stressful enough, but to destroy what you've achieved before you have new safe, clean, and roomy quarters sounds like a recipe for major overwhelm. I'd suggest doing it in stages so the gnarly place gets transformed before you make the place uninhabitable. Vanlife for 4 in the interim might not be best for moods and quality of rest.

[@ankiking]

Yes, they would take down the old building, get the new one up and then do the other building. It all takes much longer than one expects.

[@mff0]

I really share the feeling with you guys. We are a brazilian/italian family that left England after 14 years living in Surrey, and back to Italy where we first came after living behind our home country! The migranting thing and transition pointed our lives here now and with two kids as well. Despite we are renting, we are in a huge old italian house in the countryside trying to keep this garden and starting an "Horta", so, I really enjoy your story and feel like we are all dreaming and creating something bigger. Thanks for sharing! Faustini Family from North of Italy.

[@LorraineinAustralia]

So excited for you all. Get as much as you can done during winter so you can garden throughout the summer. Your veggies have been so successful this year. Maybe next summer will give you different results, but you are there , ready to strike out. A new motto…. Build ..grow.. eat .. be happy…..

[@pierreleblanc5361]

That is going to be a hell of big project but a really looking forward to see all of it. The only down side of that project is to put down the section in where you are living in. Specially the kitchen that John has work on. In the end your going to have a really nice homestead.

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Pierre, thankfully we can move that kitchen into the stone house so that we can still use it. Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@hc9582]

Exciting. But, I was wondering about the kitchen & your plans.

[@maryokeefe2144]

5 mins in and I decided you all live up to the "Be Brave" slogan!!! Those spiderwebs creeped me out, had to hit pause and fortify myself with coffee. 😅

[@TheNewbys]

😂😂 I couldn’t agree more with you Mary! We are both being very brave Haha Thanks so much for watching 🕸️🐜🪲🙈🏡🇵🇹

[@kerstinschulze-neick4224]

That will be a really big project! But it makes totally sense! Good luck with everything!

[@katiakyriakou3071]

What a wonderful plan! THINK BIG ! 🎉 We will follow along through it ALL ❤

[@user-wd4ss9pc3n]

That stone table outside is a treasure 🏺

[@rosariomarques1]

What a beautiful space. The future house will need big windows, one or two French windows would be perfect because the view is so beautiful ! A big hug from Lisbon 🌞

[@rosacaraballo7231]

Love to see Sawyer discovering like his brother . The way his face lit up when he saw Crusoe. Love that little house, you are so creative that I know it will happens. Love you guys!🥰

[@TheNewbys]

Their relationship is so beautiful to see Rosa, they have an incredible bond. Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@jamieloom22]

Tearing it down and building from scratch is being brave, thinking big and exploring all the best possibilities for your families future.

[@annapower9799]

My eyes bulged. I stopped breathing multiple times. You are braver than me!! Can’t wait to see this transformation

[@ellencoughlan4658]

Wow, I can't wait. I am so excited for you. I think you are doing the right thing by demolishing and starting from scratch. The house will be exactly as you want it with the windows giving you the views you crave. I do hope you get builders in. It will save you time and energy, which will save John from injury to his neck, which, although healed, will forever be a weak spot. I wish you luck and send lots of love and good vibes your way. Xx❤xx n.b. you guys are looking fab.

[@TheNewbys]

Exactly that Ellen, we can then create things the way we want it to look etc. Thanks so much for watching and we will see you again on Wednesday 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@denisemcinnish495]

This is great to see your vision for the farm. The boys will have a wonderful spot of heaven to grow up in. It will be an an amazing adventure!!

[@melaniepoulton6738]

This is so exciting! I think that's a great idea you have such a gorgeous view. Tara with three men in the house you will need a second bathroom in the future-trust me!

[@TheNewbys]

I do like the sound of a second bathroom Melanie haha thanks for the advice! We love hearing from you 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@jilllangman9343]

John and Tara, if you are going to demolish your current house and the old building where will you live? We know you will make great choices and we look forward to whatever is coming. It’s time for you to think very big and be very brave . Love to you all. 🌸🌈💓🌻🇦🇺

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Jill, we will then move into the stone house and build an extension onto that building if need be. Thanks so much for all the support, it means the world. See you on Wednesday 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@katiecanuk2951]

❤️from 🇨🇦! Very exciting plans🎉 One part of the Newby farm I’ve always admired is the symmetry of the 2 existing cottage/houses. With all the work on the restoration, kitchen build is there anyway to keep the current home building? Perhaps Do a mini restoration new John kitchen on the other twin stone house and then build your new home! The excitement of being able to incorporate all manner of eco-friendly construction, energy independence is very exciting. Tho, I like the two sentry houses flanking the entry; in addition to guest quarters, I’m sure you’d be booked solid with holiday rentals if you wanted rental income in future😊 and then with the new build, you have a little farm compound of sorts. Love Caruso’s backward hat today ❤

[@paulinesmith8848]

What a project, it sounds so exciting. I hope you can take John’s lovely carpentry work from your current house into the new one. I wish you all the best getting all the approvals you need in quick time and look forward to watching the journey unfold. Cheers from Australia

[@maggirae1961]

Plan it all for the years ahead not just now and be flexible as you go, enjoy the process and Godspeed

[@13576230]

You all are definitely brave. I could not have spent any time with those spiders! Can't wait to see what you and the architects come up with. The views are fantastic.❤

[@annbarlow4919]

Hi John & Tara, ❤ your plans, have you considered a timber framed house? You wouldn’t get me to walk in your house with all those 🪲 🐜 and 🕷️. You are braver than me. Crusoe and Sawyer are growing so fast. The view over the garden has to be a focal point for sure. Missed you on Wednesday. How’s your injury John? Until next time ❤

[@scrimshaw9763]

🤣 I was just swallowing my cheese noodles when John showed the spiders! 🤢🤣👏 Had to wait a few to eat the rest 🤭

[@maseeharassack7525]

😂 the music! Nice touch. But ja the goggas were hectic. Dnt blame Tara for wanting to get the kids out. John is such a dude. ❤ u guys all the best. Hope the process is easy and the view from there is gorgeous especially with the stone table. So special and the stove is gorgeous. Best of luck

[@irenemathieson4229]

I completely agree with your decision to take down the old buildings because of the condition. Praying it’s all smooth sailing and soon you can build your dream home. Crusoe is so sweet how concerned he was for the beetles. He wanted them to go to their family for dinner. He has a tender heart❤️ I am so looking forward to watching your dreams materialize. Bye for now friends 🌸

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you for your well wishes Irene! It means the world 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@lesleypingiori8006]

Wowzer it's such exciting news guys can't wait for the next stages. Love being part of your journey. 😊

[@TheNewbys]

We love having you as part of our journey Lesley! Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@lesleypingiori8006]

@TheNewbys you guys are my favourite family to watch its a privilege every week..lesley

[@gavinwhindus2932]

They are harmless daddy long legs!! Tara you should be used to them from growing up in Zim. Good luck with the renovations with a little love and lots of hard work you could end up with a lovely home!!

[@tammymurphy2707]

Oh how exciting! I can’t wait to see future progress!!!

[@wandamartin6503]

Wow! How exciting for you all. Your views looking over the stone table and lawn are the treasure you were seeking and found! Agree, demolish and build. Sometimes you must make it meet your own requirements. Your farm will last for decades. Enjoy the journey!

[@richardthornhill4630]

The Newby adventures continue. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@TheNewbys]

They do indeed Richard. Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@snakey319]

I'm fixing a hole where the rain gets in And stops my mind from wandering Where it will go I'm filling the cracks that ran through the door And kept my mind from wandering Where it will go. Beatles couldnt get it out of my head the whole ep.

[@judymohre1430]

I am relieved that you guys are ripping that sucker down. CRUSO , SAID IT BEST WHEN YOU ASKED HIM WHAT SHOULD WE DO WITH THIS HOUSE, "CRUSH IT DOWN." I laughed so hard. I'm in total agreement with him! Out of the mouth of babes. So looking forward to watching every week the upcoming adventure.

[@MVPonthego]

Good morning family! O.K. that was creepy 🕷️ 😂. The view of the home is going to be spectacular and regardless of how long it will take to complete the project one thing is certain: we will be here to journey with the Newbys! Hope you have a magnificent week! Love as always from Jersey-Mariana ❤

[@TheNewbys]

Yay, we are so happy to hear that Mariana. We love having you as part of our journey! Sending you lots of love and will see you on Wednesday 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@Adam-7_7_7]

Gday from Wollongong , Australia🇦🇺

[@TheNewbys]

Thanks so much for watching Adam 🕸️🐜🪲🙈🏡🇵🇹

[@margaretfraser9610]

Thank goodness you are scrapping that old building and starting fresh!

[@robertclark2714]

You mentioned Oats. We planted 50 pounds of Oat seeds on 6 acres and never got one single plant. Good luck with your new adventure renovating the old house. Take it easy on that shoulder. So good to see all of you healthy and bravely standing your ground with the spiders.

[@oxanatrestianu747]

I am excited as well, because we live and fill together everything what you beautiful family done ❤️🙏

[@noornoornoor23]

Ok Sawyer popping into the window out of no where was one of the funniest things I have seen in recent times lol 😂 Kudos to John for doing that and to Crusoe for just going 'Hi Sawyer' and acknowledging his brother rather than getting frightened. I would have gotten frightened if I was in Crusoe's place 😂 And yes, I was so happy when at the end Tara told us about the plan to demolish this building that has lived its life and start afresh. Great plan and so looking forward to following along on each step of your journey 😊

[@TheNewbys]

😂😂 he gave me a fright friend but we are so glad you enjoyed it haha Thanks so much for watching and for all the support 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@elizabethmountain525]

Brave boy to walk bare foot over everything on the floor.

[@joannemazza1657]

Dear Newby family, what lovely Sunday to you all, agree with Crusoe to crush the house and rebuild. Create your beautiful family home like you envision. Keep the trees and wisteria around the house, some grooming needed for them. How opposite of you Tara, the safari woman who has seen bigger more dangerous beasts but yet like some of us cannot tolerate ants, wasps, beetles and spiders with reason. You are our favorite entertainment family on Sundays, the look of Sawyer when John retrieved that blood/iodine bottle 😮😅😊. We continue to follow you in your adventure on the farm in Portugal. We receive the JOY, HOPE, and LOVE you portray so well and give us. Be well and cheers from us across the pond🙏💖🥰🏡🇵🇹🌅☺️🌺

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Joanne, I am not a fan of spiders at all haha love having you as part of our journey friend. Thank you for all the support from across the pond🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@joannemazza1657]

@@TheNewbys you are welcome dear, we support families who want to have the best for their little ones and try to go back and living like our grandparents did which we see a lot of young couples doing everywhere. Good for you and glad the children are very happy, Crusoe always helping you both. Lovely as always.🙏🙏🙏🥰💖

[@musicbyenokk]

John and Tara, I am in Nazare and have been watching your channel for some time now, even before we actually moved here from Canada. If you ever need a helping hand like taking things apart, demolition, help building some stuff, don’t hesitate to give me a shout. Learning through experience is the best teacher.

[@TheNewbys]

Ah thank you so much for the offer, this is so kind! Thanks so much for watching 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@sabrinarinaldi6339]

Hi Newbys! Starting from scratch will no doubt allow you to have a more rational and functional new home, although restoring the old house would maintain the original plan and look of the property, that already fits in perfectly with its surroundings. You could use traditional materials while adopting modern solutions for insulation and such... it would be like a grand "tiny house" makeover, there were lots of spiders and creepy things there too but it turned out great in the end! The old house is really a disaster looking at it now but the mess can be cleared out, windows can be widened, doors can be added and floor plans can be changed. In any case I am sure you will follow your vision and make a wonderful home whichever way you decide to go! I look forward to this next chapter! Ciao from Italy ❤

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Sabrina, you are quite right friend! We are very excited. Thanks so much for watching 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@NP-ps8fl]

Agreed, don’t mean to put a damper on your plans but one thing to keep in mind is that in Portugal, things are very, very slow to get done!! In North America as well as probably in England, getting permits, getting materials & the contractors to do the work are done in a relatively timely manner, not so much in Portugal!! I’ve watched & heard of many people who waited a long time for the bureaucratic red tape to go through & then to get the construction companies & contractors to finish building the house so you may want to rethink your plans to demolish & start from scratch! Look how long it took you to get a plumber to come fix the leak in your stone house, I think it was. It’s becoming increasingly harder to get materials as well as workers to work here in Canada, not to mention the increased cost of building materials so I can imagine it may be the same or maybe worse there! I would hate to see you guys go through all that stress when you can probably renovate the existing house in a much less expensive way & still get fantastic quality results!Just something to think about 😊 Also about having 2 bathrooms in the house, your boys are going to grow up & start using the bathroom as well & there’s nothing worse than 2 people or more needing to use the bathroom at the same time when there’s only 1 bathroom available, just saying 😉 Think about future needs especially if this is house/property is going to be your forever home 😀

[@tammyoverton2518]

Can't wait to see what AMAZING ideas you guys will have! I love following along on your ride! And, Crusoe's sweet little voice warms my heart!! Thank you always for bringing us along. Much love and hugs!!

[@janiceguinot7397]

Yea! Caruso is right - crush it! Can’t wait to see a new house come to life!❤️

[@angelagalloway5486]

A huge patio sliding door for that house top to bottom to look out onto the garden no silly small windows needs a modern twist 😊

[@TheNewbys]

Love the sound of that Angela! Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@joanparkinson4910]

How fabulous and so exciting. Think big guys and be brave, I for one will be coming along for the ride no matter what 🎉 super excited. ❤

[@gillianmarsberg2339]

Soooo exciting. Can’t wait to see how it all pans out ❤🎉😊

[@alexandracarter1408]

ooohhh! Perfect! What a great idea to combine the structures and create one, larger space. I've often wondered why the buildings are separate. Big project. You're ready!

[@TheNewbys]

We are very ready Alexandra! Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

[@roneldastrydom2077]

Thank you to be part of your journey❤ Love from South Africa

[@maryannknox7158]

This project sure is a huge undertaking for You both but I am positive You can handle it all !I can’t wait to see what the plans will look like!The views will be exquisite so much nature surrounding that area it will be like living outside I love that idea of blending into the landscape .Wishing you all the best in this endeavor Tara and John .I will be praying 🙏 that the planning and permission goes smoothly for your Project and your Family Future Home ….Blessings from New Hampshire in America 🇺🇸

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you for your support and lovely words Mary, this is going to be a huge project but we are all so excited for it. Thanks so much for watching friend 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@sandralnwebster3204]

What makes a family vacate a house so quickly? !! Crusoe has the right idea! I'm sure that John can take this house in hand and do a great reno! You have the basics to work with and a good plan to make this pretty wonderful house! Sending good reno vibes! Cheers ,Sandy&Andy

[@Soup2nutts]

Well done on this video. My kids were amused when i screamed at the screen when the spider appeared 😂

[@esmewasserman4785]

Hi all. Saw the most amazing episode of The Gardener this week in South Africa. She puts grass cuttings but especially dried leaves into black plastic big rubbish bin bags. Sets them a bit and ties them up. She leaves them for about 3 months, just setting them once or twice. They decompose and makes the most beautiful Miley and fertilizer. Just an idea, I thought you would appreciate. God bless ❤

[@sandrahohmann1898]

Hi Tara, John, Crusoe and Sawyer. Another enjoyable video. Can't wait to see the plans for your new house. Crusoe and Sawyer are thriving. Your life living off the land must be agreeing with them. See you all mid week. Cheers from Australia.

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Sandra, great to hear from you. This is such a big and exciting project which we can't wait to share with you as it unfolds. Thanks for watching and we can't wait to see you again on Wednesday 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@skyeseaborn1170]

Oh Tara, I love your sense of humor with editing! I love your brave men, for looking after you too.🩷💕

[@lindseyreadyhough8225]

Wow so excited for you all...we've renovated and rebuilt each home we've lived in and there are tears and laughter but also terrific memories big hugs xx

[@qasimkazim2585]

انا من متابعين قناتكم الموقرة والمحبين اليكم وهذه قناتكم اليوم عرضت على اليوت يوب واتابعكم اليوم كله قناة ناجحة ومحتواكم محترم واتمنى لكم التوفيق تحياتي لكم 😊I from in Iraq 🇮🇶 Baghdad ❤

[@Isseydesigns]

goodbye old gnarly house. helloooo new wisteria home. oh this is going to be amazing. i cant wait!!!

[@MichelleSchulte1964]

Oh my gosh!!! I can't wait to see not only the plans, but the finished home for all of you! How exciting...no matter that you are in the beginning, what amazing dreams unfolding and you bring us along on your journey...sending good vibes for everything to go well!!

[@cas1928]

What a fantastic journey this will be not only for you but for all of is as well ❤

[@kathrynmoll86]

Yes! Crash it all down, as Crusoe says. Save that beautiful green glass and wood burning stove. That view will be so cool. The architect is a wise choice. Stay the course -- the future holds your dreams! 🤓🙏🏼❤

[@adriennevanhoof6637]

Love the idea of you to lett us be a part of the renovation of those building Crusoe is a brave little boy with his interest in all kinds of insects😵‍💫 👍🖐🧡

[@anamagalhaes7571]

A construção de uma casa é sempre um desafio e em qualquer lugar do mundo suponho que seja desgastante. Aqui não é diferente, em alguns municípios mais do que noutros, mas estaremos todos aqui para torcer por vocês 😊

[@sissilia449]

Your plans sound wonderful and make complete sense, especially when you consider that fabulous view that can only be seen through very small windows. As for the spiders, I'm from Oz so all I could say is "that's not a spider!" lol :)

[@manuelapoiares7198]

I'm looking forward to seeing the transformation of this house. Good luck

[@heatherlaird-mcleod3271]

Sounds great makes sense, particularly as the family is growing. it will be a pity to knock down the renos you have already done. Hope John's shoulder holds up to the work.😊

[@suebailey326]

Hi Folks, what great plans for the homestead! In a way it's a shame you can't keep part of the house, like the part you are living in, having done all that work. But if it doesn't fit in, so be it. Can't wait to follow the unfolding story. Fingers crossed it all goes well. Xxxx

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Sue, thankfully we can move the kitchen to the stone house so that we can still use it. Thanks so much for watching and for all the support 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@clairetolmie5640]

Wow, big plans! I could definitely see glass walls both sides of that room to really open up the views but i was surprised when you said knock both houses down! Really hope that the planning permission goes through quickly and easily and can't wait to see the plans! Good luck for this project my friends! ❤

[@lynetteleiser580]

I think the house would be beautiful when it's re-done. The journey you guys are on is wonderful.

[@c.l.sherman211]

Gutting your old building that has had years of a leaking roof may reveal mold in the walls that might be in the wooden studs... Love the views, an open floor plan with sliding glass doors and a deck facing the glorious beauty of nature would be amazing! Build it for the views, get rid of bathroom and bedrooms facing the view and make that the living area. Put bathrooms and bedrooms on the non-view side - but still have plenty of windows for light and air. It would be a big redo, but you'd love it!

[@samanthacollin1838]

That bottle would be Shampoo John. I’m looking forward to see what is next with this home.

[@lydiamouton1826]

What awesome plans you have.❤Cant wait to see the end result. Will follow all the way😊

[@Ex-patKiwi]

Howdy, from Oz. How exciting! I love the decision to take down the existing houses and rebuild, makes far more economic sense and it will be beautiful.

[@divorcetherapytraining]

Smart choice to demolish the house. It will probably cost less to rebuild than to renovate. Excited to watch the journey. Loved the creepy music as you showed the house. lol

[@violainemarty3052]

❤ It is the best plan to tear that little house down and build something new. The idea of making it a large home is probably the best idea because you have a growing family. Best of luck with all the paperwork and stuff. I'll be here to cheer you on!😅😊❤

[@helennicholls4976]

Boa sorte! Hope all goes well with your plans, it all looks very exciting 😊

[@sallyrowland6063]

What an adventure!! Can’t wait to watch the transformation ❤ 👋 🇦🇺

[@judithgrote8794]

To bring daylight into the rooms is the big first step🎉. Where light is there is hope 😅🤗✨

[@user-rp8xi6zq3c]

We so enjoy the adventures of the four of you. Your children melt our hearts. We’ve been gardeners for decades and your garden was surely a success. Johns ability to conceptualize building projects is wonderful. We delight in your sense of humor and your terrific being of family. Jewels you are. Thanks for bringing us along 30:02 30:07

[@eddie5407]

Good luck on everything you’re doing with your homestead! Hope your shoulder is getting better John! I don’t like spiders either Tara ! We will be there in support of your journey… love what you do!!

[@sue7190]

Very exciting plans. Good idea to start from scratch as you can build higher quality with good insulation and get the layout and rooms you want. Guessing you can live in the stone house as you rebuild. The little stove would be nice in the tiny house ❤

[@richardwhitelock7779]

Take the building down to ground level and rebuild a timber framed building with a room layout that suits your needs !

[@karencross1964]

With a mature landscape in place it makes designing the house so much easier. Looking forward to the ride. 👍

[@MaxineTruth_Soul]

Hi both - We have some contact with architects for a smaller project and our land is a bit complicated, but be prepared it may take a bit of time for the paperwork to go through. Not always the case, but as you know it can be a bit admin heavy here sometimes. But saying that, I will keep toes crossed and prayers for your dreams to come true. I also love the idea of a full view right through the building - it's going to be awesome to be in a home with that view.

[@TheNewbys]

Thank you so much sharing friend, we appreciate all the support 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@mariaameliamagalhaes8239]

Já estou a ver a casa maravilhosa em que se vai tornar depois de restaurada, que linda salamandra que ela possui. A vossa propriedade tem potencial para turismo rural. É um paraíso.

[@scottensley9964]

Can't wait to see the Architects rendering of the future plans for the house.

[@lanceandshelleypeters-en465]

Loved the suspenseful editing at the beginning. I Hope planning permission goes smoothly. It will be great fun to come along on your whole house from scratch build. Not to mention the demolition.

[@laurensymons1693]

I love the process of designing and building so I am looking forward to watching 👀 what you create!

[@lesleypingiori8006]

Knock down and rebuild it will be much cheaper...and look wonderful.. 😊Lesley 😊

[@TheNewbys]

Hi Lesely, I personally think so too but we will see. Thanks so much for watching and for all the support 🕸️🐜🪲🏡🙏🏼🇵🇹

[@judit1783]

Love the two honey colored, chrome, kitchen chairs!! Hope there are more of that classic.

[@angiebuhat3583]

Good luck Tara and John on rebuilding your family house . Totally make sense ❤️👍🙏🎈

[@luisagoncalves7889]

Básicamente um jardim de inverno🎉🎉🎉🎉quente e panorâmico ❤👏👏👏👏