CHANGE IN PLANS AT THE COTTAGE | Renovating Our 110-Year-Old Cottage | XO, MaCenna

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  • Опубликовано: 31 окт 2024

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  • @jNtbabie
    @jNtbabie 3 года назад +648

    Your parents have a heart of gold. There’s nothing better than having your parents by your side making these huge decisions and helping hands on.

    • @nenayrigoyen8624
      @nenayrigoyen8624 3 года назад +8

      Love how you and your mom are not afraid to get your hands dirty. Work hands on touch job's. Love you

    • @Kissy-Suzuki
      @Kissy-Suzuki 3 года назад

      Yea, you are def gifted with great parents!

  • @charitygrimesbauman7058
    @charitygrimesbauman7058 3 года назад +410

    Definitely seems like the right call to leave the house where it is! The front yard looks plenty big enough to have some killer landscaping. New walkways and steps combined with plants will make a world of difference!

    • @sandrakicklighter2735
      @sandrakicklighter2735 3 года назад +17

      Definitely, landscaping would make a huge difference. You can literally use a shrub wall which will also help with road noise.

    • @mchmonster
      @mchmonster 3 года назад +7

      Even a cute wooden fence or rock wall...wrought iron.... styled with landscaping and your design skills....

    • @brynmcclennan973
      @brynmcclennan973 3 года назад +7

      Ya I feel like because there are no gardens and the grass looks like dirt it kind of blends into the road. It will look much better with a bit of landscaping

  • @sushmita8824
    @sushmita8824 3 года назад +738

    I would have picked a bigger backyard over a bigger frontyard anyday. I just find backyards more private than frontyards.

    • @ayaspapaya
      @ayaspapaya 3 года назад +26

      Totally agree. But if you had a really nice gate thing going on, I’m down for a big nice front yard too.

    • @alicegauteng2358
      @alicegauteng2358 3 года назад +43

      True, but she has enough backyard to spare

    • @elisabetavaduva9838
      @elisabetavaduva9838 3 года назад +2

      True

    • @karinamurphy6645
      @karinamurphy6645 3 года назад +16

      I agree! But she also has a good chunk of land that even moving it back she still has plenty of backyard space lol

    • @Dingle1234
      @Dingle1234 3 года назад +1

      Yes!

  • @bindirock1572
    @bindirock1572 3 года назад +1

    I wish the videos were longer..... I could watch them dailyyyyy. So good

  • @becciboonz3708
    @becciboonz3708 3 года назад +421

    Unless you’re out in the country hills , I think in a housing district who really spends time in the front yard unless you have no backyard ? Anyway I think having more space in the backyard can give the main house more privacy from the other places you build 🙂

    • @angelmomma8898
      @angelmomma8898 3 года назад +28

      This exactly. I grew up in town and every house I lived in was only a few feet from the street. But the backyards were that much bigger and that's where we spent all of our time. It was safer for me and my siblings because it meant we weren't playing near a busy street, it was quieter because the house blocked a fair amount of the street noise, and it was much more private. I wouldn't want a huge front yard if I still lived in town if it meant my backyard was going to be tiny.

    • @justwatching2428
      @justwatching2428 3 года назад +19

      I agree. Think you’re doing the right thing not moving. Realistically 40ft won’t affect the noise issue, you’d need a lot more to dissipate the noise. In terms of curb appeal, you run the risk of negatively impacting the value if your on a different property line to the rest of your neighbourhood. I personally would also prefer more back yard space, more privacy, more playing space. 8k well get you a lot of other lovely stuff that will make your house stunning.

    • @chelseawho7221
      @chelseawho7221 3 года назад +2

      Amen

    • @chelseawho7221
      @chelseawho7221 3 года назад +6

      You sit out on the porch to watch but backyard for parties and privacy and showcasing your gardening /water features and grill outdoor dining but im in Florida and Michigan on a lake.

    • @laurencowan7006
      @laurencowan7006 3 года назад +2

      Comfort is a little more country, lots of people spend time on front porches but backyards are just as good!

  • @mikinks
    @mikinks 3 года назад +143

    I would add a driveway around the house, making your family and friends entrance in the backyard. The front entrance cabin be a formal entrance so to speak. If you added a white picket fence with the sidewalk coming from the side to the front door you could create a formal cottage garden in the front yard. Some beautiful urns, roses, even a fountain can turn that small front yard into an adorable welcoming area. It would also make front porch sitting delightful. To the left of the house I would make a gravel parking area separate from any parking in the back. A few cars could park there if you had visitors. Fence it on three sides with the same white pickets. I’d leave about a foot of ground on the road side of the front fence, neatly trimmed.

    • @cristianMoon24
      @cristianMoon24 3 года назад +7

      I agree I think a drive way for the house is an essential and will make it more convenient and better for guest. I was thinking a drive way on the side of the house would work perfectly and not take away from the front of the house and whatever you want to put in the front yard.

    • @camrynh
      @camrynh 3 года назад +4

      That’s how my dads house is, even though it’s not sitting on the road everyone comes to the back door over the front unless it’s like deliveries or something

  • @maggierobertson2962
    @maggierobertson2962 3 года назад +367

    Not that I get a vote, but I totally agree. Shrubs along the street and a proper lawn will do the trick. 👍

    • @suzannechabot1508
      @suzannechabot1508 3 года назад +44

      Or a white picket fence would look and match the feel of this type of house....shrubs, unless they are not fast growing, are a lot of maintenance, trust me, I have hedges and they drive me crazy. But if one isn't anal about it, that would work.....

    • @caitiumsdums
      @caitiumsdums 3 года назад +17

      @@suzannechabot1508 yes! White picket fence and a small flower garden and grass would make this house so adorable

    • @Edu_Kate
      @Edu_Kate 3 года назад +5

      If you remove the front porch (maybe move to the side) that'll also "move" the house from the road.

  • @frida1898
    @frida1898 3 года назад +123

    I would say, the backyard is more important then the frontyard. In the backyard you will have your privacy witouth cars passing by and neighbours looking in.
    If you want you can put a plank or some high bushes in the front close to the road so it will be more private.
    In my mom's house we never use the frontyard because everybody is passing by on that side, so it is noisy and people are looking. We always use the backside that is more private when we eat dinner outside or barbecue.

    • @panipoori8961
      @panipoori8961 3 года назад +2

      May be she wants the house moved away because of the noise close to the road..

    • @joshuamolina459
      @joshuamolina459 3 года назад +1

      She has PLENTY of room behind the house.

  • @annaw5763
    @annaw5763 3 года назад +138

    You and your mom are the best team!

  • @jacup-hy7527
    @jacup-hy7527 3 года назад +265

    Honestly that’s is not close to the road. Houses in England are so much closer to roads and have public paths in the front too. I think there is so much room on your front yard. I agree once it’s all pretty and to your taste you won’t feel so strongly I don’t think . Xx

    • @jacquil6718
      @jacquil6718 3 года назад +3

      Really?! What about all those stately manors? They’re nowhere near the main road.

    • @jacquil6718
      @jacquil6718 3 года назад +4

      @@resolecca I know. I was trying to be facetious but I guess you didn’t get the memo.

    • @juliewhiteley2211
      @juliewhiteley2211 3 года назад +7

      Ha was just going to say how small our properties are x

    • @Jessa8891
      @Jessa8891 3 года назад +7

      Most homes in the US have smaller front lawns than this. My front steps are 6 feet from the side walk. I don't know why they would want a bigger lawn.

    • @shaishannahbennett8055
      @shaishannahbennett8055 3 года назад +3

      @@jacquil6718 And what was the point of that? Very sad way to behave :-( You have some issues (we all have) please work on healing them so we can all be the better world we can create together lovingly, instead of behaving in these unnecessary ways to one another...Just sayin

  • @jordanshaw5500
    @jordanshaw5500 3 года назад +296

    Me sitting over here expecting 30,000 - 40,000 to move the house. 😂😂 I was like 8,000 THATS A DEAL! 😂😂

    • @csillagtalan
      @csillagtalan 3 года назад +16

      ahahaaa me too!! i live in a part of the US where....i don't think they move houses, haha (they all have basements!)

    • @007linkstar
      @007linkstar 3 года назад +5

      I thought the same thing!!!

    • @amara560
      @amara560 3 года назад +19

      I was surprised at how cheap it was!

    • @Johana-d8y
      @Johana-d8y 3 года назад +3

      OMG ME TOOO

    • @heatherard
      @heatherard 3 года назад +4

      Yeah that’s what I said! That’s literally nothing!

  • @whasubee
    @whasubee 3 года назад +340

    i feel like the more time macenna spends in texas, the more the southern accent peaks through

    • @XOMaCenna
      @XOMaCenna  3 года назад +18

      Hahaha

    • @hayleyburton7581
      @hayleyburton7581 3 года назад +3

      I thought the same

    • @sammarino9063
      @sammarino9063 3 года назад +6

      It happens. I'm southern and moved north, now all my southern friends make fun of my accent. 🤣

    • @lesliemorales2349
      @lesliemorales2349 3 года назад +5

      Its totally normal! My father-in-law loses his spanish accent but gets it back as soon as he's back near his family!

    • @zaramichelle4613
      @zaramichelle4613 3 года назад +3

      YES I've been hearing it come through and I'm LIVING for it. I have family in the south and it's satisfying hearing how they pronounce things differently from Northerners lol

  • @jenniferjoki8112
    @jenniferjoki8112 3 года назад +27

    If I was going to renovate this house, While trying to keep the ”feeling of an old house”, I Would not take the Walls down in the entryway. I think the room has so much charachter as it is now. Imagine some nice paintings and a round table in the middle with Fresh flowers. I love an open floor plan, but it does not suit such an old house. It would feel to modern and honestly - I think it is weird when a lot of you americans have the entryway ”in the living room”. Of course it is up to you and you can still do an open floor plan, but I would keep the entryway as it is (one room on its own; it gives the feeling of an old house).
    It is so Fun to follow this Journey! I
    Can’t Wait to more videos!!!

  • @Neliel97
    @Neliel97 3 года назад +116

    Good choice to not move the house! I would honestly rather want a pretty and nice large backyard than a medium front and back yard. there's room for a pool back there

  • @rheabisgounis6413
    @rheabisgounis6413 3 года назад +67

    I'm so happy with your choice! I think you definitely made the right decision. you can absolutely zhuszh up the front yard and make it cozy. I think leaving it true to the style of the time is rly important too

    • @mariahwilliams4220
      @mariahwilliams4220 3 года назад +19

      I never knew how to spell zhuszh until just now. Thank you.

    • @EMJLyfe
      @EMJLyfe 3 года назад +4

      Why did I know how to pronounce zhuszh.. 😂

  • @LL-rm1vj
    @LL-rm1vj 3 года назад +83

    Isn't a front porch for sitting on, sippin tea and waving to your neighbors? Saving lots of $$ by not moving house. Looking forward to your next video.💓

  • @copperpenny0209
    @copperpenny0209 3 года назад +39

    I'm working on an old farmhouse in Central Texas and it's pretty close to the street. I suggest spending $4K on a good landscaper. There's something to say for a roomy back yard.

  • @pelepetuafa2353
    @pelepetuafa2353 3 года назад

    I love that you have your own vision for your own home and you’re doing it. People, No one cares if you would keep a bigger backyard or whatnot because in the end it’s not your home. I cannot wait to see the finished product!!

  • @Sushii33
    @Sushii33 3 года назад +73

    I thought moving the house was going to be more expensive honestly. But I would much rather have large backyard. I think you could add some plants/ bushes and a fence along the sidewalk and an arch or arbor that opens to the path to the porch. It would create some separation from the road

    • @robsgirl7778
      @robsgirl7778 3 года назад +5

      Same! I was like really only $8000
      When we priced having our home moved from the city out to the county we were quoted $50,000 and I decided, I would rather build a new dream home someday 🤣🤣🤣

  • @tams7411
    @tams7411 3 года назад +1

    16:31 missed opportunity for a “here’s Johnny!” lmaoo. I love your vlogs so much, I’m so excited we get to follow your reno journey💚✨

  • @antonellabassi3466
    @antonellabassi3466 3 года назад +6

    White picket fence, shrubs and flowers. It will be amazing. No need to move the house. I still wish you’d reconsider the floor plan and put kitchen and living room facing the backyard. You could have an alfresco dining/living space!!!

  • @cateb.l5343
    @cateb.l5343 3 года назад +1

    Love that you get your hands dirty and are doing all this work with your mom. Great job, it's inspiring.

  • @areallifewaifu
    @areallifewaifu 3 года назад +89

    Anyone else notice a bit of the natural Texas Twang comes out when MaCenna was on the phone with the contractor?

    • @taisanmulan5851
      @taisanmulan5851 3 года назад +1

      Yes!! I was looking to see if anyone posted about that yet!!!

    • @chelseawho7221
      @chelseawho7221 3 года назад +4

      Everyone takes on their hometown ppls voices when they go back. Funny. Guess youll never know unless you move across state lines lol

    • @areallifewaifu
      @areallifewaifu 3 года назад

      @@chelseawho7221 I resonate with this because I was born in raised in Nova Scotia and then moved to the west coast. Every phone call will bring back the accent!

    • @Skittles-wvr
      @Skittles-wvr 3 года назад +1

      @@areallifewaifu a west coast girl hear and yes East coast definitely has a different accent and slangs,my kids Dads family is from Nova Scotia and I chuckle when the family come to visit

  • @mariahtolonen
    @mariahtolonen 3 года назад +7

    adding landscape/shrubs would make such a difference! i'm so excited to see what you do

  • @samanthawright6702
    @samanthawright6702 3 года назад +19

    You look so happy to have Romeo there!!!

  • @ericatornielli7982
    @ericatornielli7982 3 года назад +83

    Coming from Italy I've always wondered why in the Usa there usually isn't a fence around houses? Like we usually have one around our houses, so no one cant get on your property and to your door, without ringing the outside gate before. And we usually add like bushes and hedges to give privacy from the street

    • @wendydh1212
      @wendydh1212 3 года назад +4

      It's such a big place. Some houses have fences, some don't.

    • @debbievidal9536
      @debbievidal9536 3 года назад +11

      I live in Spain and my house has Drystone wall all around the property

    • @ericatornielli7982
      @ericatornielli7982 3 года назад

      Yeah I know it's big, I was just wondering, I see it a lot and it made me curios :)

    • @yeyatatiana2076
      @yeyatatiana2076 3 года назад

      Yea this house is in the country.

    • @TheGreenbutsad
      @TheGreenbutsad 3 года назад +10

      Yup, same here in Australia, we have fences around our houses and it gives such a peice of mind about the privacy. We had a guest visited us from states who keep on complaining how Australian ruined their house look with the fences 🙄my kids keep playing in backyard with me knowing there is a fence and closed gate between them and main road, not like US where anyone can simply walk into your front or backyard.

  • @monalisasingh2331
    @monalisasingh2331 3 года назад +34

    I was really scared of the house getting destroyed/weakened because of moving but I knew whatever decision you make would work out for the best in the end! That cozy little front yard can so look so pretty and appealing with a touch of your magic! All the best, can't wait to see all the renovations! Aand, waiting for the guesthouse to get started! ❤️

  • @leahrivka
    @leahrivka 3 года назад +1

    Make sure you check the paints for lead, too. Your mom is a hoot!

  • @backstage6681
    @backstage6681 3 года назад +15

    Some landscaping and a fountain for street sound and a cute fence should make it the front years you can live with

  • @debbievidal9536
    @debbievidal9536 3 года назад +12

    Ok. I live on a small Spanish island in the middle of the Mediterranean, Menorca. I have a small front garden but a much larger back garden with private pool etc. We never spend time in the front, we prefer the privacy of the back. You can still make the front cute even if it's small. 🤷

  • @chela765
    @chela765 3 года назад +45

    She’s going to end up doing something crazy creative and gorgeous to make up for not getting to move it. And this way you get to have an awesome and huge backyard! Can’t wait to see it!!!

  • @Thatsinteresting363
    @Thatsinteresting363 3 года назад +1

    The birds chirping outside your cottage sound so pretty

  • @Lbjb413
    @Lbjb413 3 года назад +100

    Good decision. Leave the house where it is. You can still do SO much for the curb appeal with that money

  • @tanne1993
    @tanne1993 3 года назад

    Oeh video idea! I would love a q&a with your mom. On her working experience and your guys' experience working on the house! I love seeing your relationship

  • @shellfisheh
    @shellfisheh 3 года назад +3

    Our house is very close to the road too and you get used to it pretty fast plus backyard is usually used more anyhow. Once you get it landscaped you'll love it!

  • @meganrunkel2083
    @meganrunkel2083 3 года назад

    I have a fairly similar set up for my front house with the porch and distance from the street. I actually really enjoy it as sitting on the porch makes you feel like you're actually part of the neighborhood and can interact with neighbors if you'd like as well. It's honestly the only time I talk to neighbors and I get info about the neighborhood or those around me. So much value in that!

  • @yvetteguigueno2063
    @yvetteguigueno2063 3 года назад +16

    I’m glad you made the decision not to move the house. You can totally make the curb appeal beautiful and more space in the back to focus on without the risk, hassle and expense.

  • @factitiously
    @factitiously 3 года назад

    I think that's some thoughtful landscaping will really change how you feel about the front yard! It will seem so much more inviting.

  • @reconstructingleslie4597
    @reconstructingleslie4597 3 года назад +16

    Glad you’re not moving the house! Those two trees make it adorable! A white picket fence would be beautiful

  • @lisaintheuk3347
    @lisaintheuk3347 3 года назад

    So glad Romeo is there with you now! His ‘demo’ skills really tickled me! I’ve read through the comments, so I won’t dare post an opinion on moving the house! Who knew the size of front yards could be so controversial! Lol! Bless them!

  • @jasonc422
    @jasonc422 3 года назад +3

    it’ll add more character to the home with curb appeal! you could definitely allocate that to new windows to reduce that road noise! but i love how you had the vision and did all the research!! 🥰🥰

  • @conniemorgan8402
    @conniemorgan8402 Месяц назад

    I love your mama..whatever you have going on, she’s got your back.. you never have to go it alone❤❤❤

  • @Patti-1962
    @Patti-1962 3 года назад +16

    Our house is quite close to the street. But, now we really enjoy the backyard area. It's is fantastic for sports and parties! Once we decorated the front and got it like we wanted it, we really love it now. Your street is not very busy, so you might be ok with leaving it!

  • @o0Theresa0o
    @o0Theresa0o 3 года назад +16

    I think not moving the house is the most logical approach. Once you get everything cleaned up and do the landscaping, it will look lovely where it is.

  • @smallone9825
    @smallone9825 3 года назад +6

    Oh when Romeo was hammering through the walls felt so therapeutic lol, cant wait to follow you all on this journey xx

  • @moyralouise7123
    @moyralouise7123 3 года назад +2

    A beautiful front garden will compliment the house when the time comes 🌺🌺🌺🌺

  • @sheilahoyle1165
    @sheilahoyle1165 3 года назад +9

    Plant some noise-reducing plants in front and make sure the windows up front are noise-reducing also. I think it will be beautiful with some landscaping in the front and a new walkway.

    • @hameley12
      @hameley12 2 года назад

      True. We have double and triple-pane glass available nowadays and it will work great for the front of the house. I hope she read your comment. They have large front windows and the front appeal will be amazing!

  • @Areeba.324
    @Areeba.324 3 года назад +2

    I clicked so fast when I saw the video pop up and I was so sad when it ended. Really looking forward to seeing more of your renovation journey. Don't worry about not being able to move the house back, it will look great once everything is done up. I'm sure you'll come up with a unique idea to make it spectacular. I feel that when plans change, it really challenges us to be more creative and come up with amazingly innovative solutions.

  • @southernassweettea2228
    @southernassweettea2228 3 года назад +37

    Love your channel and I can’t wait to see the finished cottage. Girls, with all of the scrap wood make a ramp for your dumpster.

    • @XOMaCenna
      @XOMaCenna  3 года назад +5

      Haha I totally could!!!

  • @jazzypiddy
    @jazzypiddy 3 года назад +2

    Loving seeing your cottage renovations and glad for you to have Romeo back with you.
    I'm glad you are rethinking moving the house .... it's such a lot of money that could be used elsewhere and I think once the porch is fixed up and and the gardens attended to the house will have amazing curb appeal.

  • @sherryhudson9075
    @sherryhudson9075 3 года назад +10

    It would be adorable to put a white picket fence across the front and a stone or brick pathway

  • @glitterbomb2312
    @glitterbomb2312 3 года назад

    The backyard is HUGE. You can have so much fun with that in addition to the cottages.

  • @katrinacool
    @katrinacool 3 года назад +23

    Yeah Romeo! He was having such fun. I think moving your house wasn’t meant to be and having a large backyard for a garden and cottage will be ideal .

  • @noj3896
    @noj3896 3 года назад

    I think you made the right choice. Its a huge expense and labor intensive for not a huge impact visually/functionally. Love watching you guys work on your dream house! xo

  • @Rachel-rt4ni
    @Rachel-rt4ni 3 года назад +4

    i think that by cleaning up the front yard and replacing some of that jagged cement will give so much more curb appeal and you won’t feel like it’s too close the street. also fencing the area in may help to section off the house from the street?

  • @maceyloubrown
    @maceyloubrown 3 года назад +2

    Just plant thick tall shrubs to block road noise and give you a touch of privacy. Add a gate and archway and you’ll love that cottage curb appeal.🌻🌿✨🦋💕

  • @ericaquint1895
    @ericaquint1895 3 года назад +43

    I think once you fix the front porch and landscaping, you won’t even mind how close the house is to the road at all.

  • @craftyzara3552
    @craftyzara3552 3 года назад +1

    Don’t worry about it. I have a pretty big front yard and we don’t go out there much. I’m sure once you clean it up it will look fantastic!

  • @gabbyvelasquez3767
    @gabbyvelasquez3767 3 года назад +4

    i grew up in the suburbs of canada, everyone here has short lawns and small backyards, just feels normal now, ive never thought about adding lawn space to anything since i dont spend time there. i like big backyards tho, my family spends all the warm months back there on the patio.

  • @arachnidsLor
    @arachnidsLor 3 года назад

    i lost my mom a year ago. i am a bit younger than you macenna, but when i watch your relationship with your parents and how they help you and how you enjoy shopping with your mom, it always makes me smile. your parents truly seem like wonderful people and i think they probably are very proud of you for tackling your dreams head on, good luck!

  • @michellesutton802
    @michellesutton802 3 года назад +28

    I swear her and her mom are twins 👯‍♀️😂😂😂😂
    “HELLO, you hear the echo?”
    “HELLO!!!”
    Two divas

  • @lizbethruiz5736
    @lizbethruiz5736 3 года назад

    It's so cute to watch you and Romeo together, you look so happy, your smile is huge!!! So happy you guys are together again.

  • @Cirrown
    @Cirrown 3 года назад +43

    I was curious to see how the house would look moved back but to be honest, I'm excited to see what you do with it anyway.

  • @katihenryortiz
    @katihenryortiz 3 года назад

    Gosh I just love your relationship. It’s so refreshing to see a healthy, fun relationship, after 10 years together (or something like that, right?!) it’s reminding me to look for the moments where we can add some fun!!

  • @prosie1968
    @prosie1968 3 года назад +66

    I’m so relieved that you aren’t going to move the house. Houses were built then before cars were a part of life like today. It’s more walking friendly and I’m sure you’ll have amazing curb appeal.

    • @chelseawho7221
      @chelseawho7221 3 года назад +3

      And her window boxes will be fly ...butterfly I'm hoping:)

  • @deannashanti8273
    @deannashanti8273 3 года назад

    Brave, brave, brave. You are giving me even more motivation for the small little (seemed huge, but now tiny by comparison) upgrades I'm doing at my new home!

  • @jackandlill
    @jackandlill 3 года назад +40

    I'm honestly not at all surprised by the price to move the house!! I mean they're MOVING A HOUSE & an old house at that - I can't imagine how much it costs them as a company just to be insured! I thought it was going to be $10k or more. When you fist mentioned moving it - I thought you seemed a bit nonchalant about it & I thought well....okay.....she's going to do a lot of the demo/ reno herself (w/help from mom, dad & Romeo of course & maybe even Kinsley) so maybe that allows for the cost of something so huge.....Anyway, back to the video to see if you are going to do it....

    • @aliesefitch1099
      @aliesefitch1099 3 года назад +3

      I thought the same thing when she first mentioned it!! It makes much more sense now

    • @celinereid9136
      @celinereid9136 3 года назад

      Totally agree....She should move the house. It is too close to road. i live in a house that is close to the road and if I could I would have a longer front to it.

    • @amara560
      @amara560 3 года назад +8

      I didn't think the price was all that high. I thought it would be a lot more personally.

    • @dkirov
      @dkirov 3 года назад +10

      I was also surprised at how nonchalant she was about it. When she said she would move the house, I was thinking it would be like $40,000. Girl, that is not a mobile home and dealing with the plumbing and electrical would be INSANE. Also because of the water damage I was worried about the damage to the house.

  • @maiden411
    @maiden411 3 года назад

    Shade trees in the front yard will help cool it since your house faces the west. When the sunsets that’s the hottest time of the day. Also, when you think about landscaping, please think planting native plants. I’m so happy for y’all.

  • @saraheidson3845
    @saraheidson3845 3 года назад +10

    Your channel is legit the only channel I have ever followed on RUclips! Love LOVE living vicariously through you as you tackle a dream I cant wait to tackle myself!! Cant wait to see what you guys accomplish next!!! 🤗

  • @953orion
    @953orion 3 года назад

    Welcome home Romeo!! I missed you and your antics! You make MaCenna so happy, the smile she has when your around just makes me so happy!!
    Im so sad you wont be moving the house, because i was picturing big beautiful cottage style gardens and beautiful landscaping, but whatever, it is what it is. Im sure with the right landscaping you'll make it work. Loving this series, for sure! 💚🖤💚🖤💚

  • @allthingsiro
    @allthingsiro 3 года назад +6

    So excited for this house. After years of remodeling rentals for others, now to invest in your own property is so rewarding! Best wishes.

  • @kristyl8358
    @kristyl8358 3 года назад

    U have such a cheerful personality. Always makes me smile with you when I’m watching your videos...especially after a long shift at the hospital

  • @zahraammadani
    @zahraammadani 3 года назад +6

    I’m so glad that you backed off the idea of moving the house and save your money because the house itself needs a lot of renovations. I’m so excited to see how this house will looks life after you finish all renovations and good luck!🤩

  • @alyssab1735
    @alyssab1735 3 года назад

    This has been my favorite series I have ever seen on ur channel I gotta say! So happy to follow the journal and I love and appreciate how much detail u are actually sharing and going thru with channel!
    Obsessed btw drafting drawing videos like the design on building the guest cottages!!!!!! Please show how you figure and draw out the electrical, interior vs exterior walls, pumping once u land on design and all that fun design stuff! :)

  • @SHIRLEYZAPORZON
    @SHIRLEYZAPORZON 3 года назад +6

    Years ago, our brother in law moved a house, about the same size. He often said after, was something he would never do again. Everything inside, pipes, wiring etc., were never the same.

  • @lorikegley3327
    @lorikegley3327 3 года назад

    "Reunited and it feels so good"...... I love you two together! ❤

  • @obscuraxxxx
    @obscuraxxxx 3 года назад +3

    i can't help imagining a very english-styled garden in the front yard with wrought iron gate, a hedge fence and a path just inside that leads you around to the gardens in the back!!

  • @gayathrivadivelu5432
    @gayathrivadivelu5432 3 года назад

    She seems like such a warm loveable person. Sweet!

  • @suzannechabot1508
    @suzannechabot1508 3 года назад +7

    it doesn't appear that the front yard is that close to the street. With a bigger yard and building the cottages, you will be happy to have more space from those....so leaving it be where it is, seems like the better choice....with beautiful landscaping, new porch and new sidewalk, it will look amazing!

  • @imkristinamarie
    @imkristinamarie 3 года назад

    Your parents are so cool and helpful!! You guys all really remind me of my family!! I love that you guys are all working together on this project!!🤗🤗🤗

  • @bonnieroux6913
    @bonnieroux6913 3 года назад +6

    MaCenna your voice goes up like 2 octaves when you're with Romeo! You're so happy to be together after such a long time! It's too cute! 😍🏡❤

  • @kayrabey1344
    @kayrabey1344 3 года назад

    Take. Care with all that banging around. So glad Romeo is with you. A month is a long time to be apart. ❤️

  • @TheDragonofLime
    @TheDragonofLime 3 года назад +3

    "I've officially missed you a LOT" you and Romeo are SO cute together

  • @nataliefrobertson
    @nataliefrobertson 3 года назад

    I really enjoy watching you because you have such a joyful disposition. I imagine that your friends and family really must enjoy your company.

  • @MoneyTalkwithChris
    @MoneyTalkwithChris 3 года назад +10

    I have to say, you are an INSPIRATION!!! I lost my job due to the pandemic. Since then, I’ve started a RUclips Channel on Money…and it is GROWING! Thanks for all of your great content, and to everyone else…NEVER GIVE UP!!!

  • @Living_Your_Best_For_Less
    @Living_Your_Best_For_Less 3 года назад +2

    Your parent’s are so wonderful for helping as much as they do! 💗 I think you made the right choice on not moving the house.

  • @Juulx1
    @Juulx1 3 года назад +5

    I wish I could move my house further towards the street lol a front yard in The Netherlands means only work and no enjoyment because no one sits out front ever. I have a large backyard but would love the 5 meters extra from the front. Of course it's different where you're from but I do think that the shrubs and lawn will make a big difference for you.

  • @amyschmidt9156
    @amyschmidt9156 3 года назад

    Putting up hedges will give you more privacy and cut road noise. I live in the UK and the whole idea of moving a house blows my mind!

  • @ZoeShears
    @ZoeShears 3 года назад +4

    Oh my goodness Romeo is like a tornado. Flexing his muscles. I think you could make that front yard pretty no matter the size :)

  • @IssSandy
    @IssSandy 3 года назад

    It's amazing how you took such a massive project for yourself !!! And how your family supports you in it all!!!! My husband is yet to install a bidet I order one year ago 😂😂😂

  • @seaurchindestroy
    @seaurchindestroy 3 года назад +16

    I think a 19 foot front yard is a good size! Especially if you are going to build guest cottages. If it were a highway I’d understand! You will treasure the giant back yard.

  • @bernadettejones-allen4034
    @bernadettejones-allen4034 3 года назад

    I don't know how you have so much energy but its lovely to see your enthusiasm

  • @carolynallen597
    @carolynallen597 3 года назад +4

    It's so fun watching you dive into your first house reno! I highly recommend steel-soled/toed work boots You risk stepping on a nail and getting tetanus.

  • @lorirussell2440
    @lorirussell2440 3 года назад

    Good call not moving the house. I can see it with a white picket fence near the road. So cute. Love watching you transform this into something great.

  • @betultastan8974
    @betultastan8974 3 года назад +7

    I think you should get ride of the concrete floor at front yard first like the part of demonstration. That's how it feels more likeable to you.

  • @marlenewalker9515
    @marlenewalker9515 3 года назад

    I love a good front yard curb appeal, but a large backyard is even better. Everything is coming together for you sweetie.

  • @susanjolly5470
    @susanjolly5470 3 года назад +160

    I haven’t watched all this but don’t move the house. When you have children you will want more room in the back and for their safety. Also more private space for entertaining. I think your smaller front yard is a blessing. A too big front yard is a waste of space Bigger front yards only came into fashion when people wanted to brag about their amount of property. So I heard.

    • @theaubingirl
      @theaubingirl 3 года назад +3

      there is so much land, sh said it herself. its dangerously close to the road.

    • @TINYCHAVEZ11
      @TINYCHAVEZ11 3 года назад +2

      I would love my future “forever home” to have a large front yard or gated property with the house in the center. I need that much privacy lol.

    • @fthurman
      @fthurman 3 года назад +17

      Not everyone intends to have children, either, so that's not a great assumption to make.

    • @theaubingirl
      @theaubingirl 3 года назад +3

      @@fthurman she said it in previous video so there wasnt any assssssuming on my part :)

  • @denises9426
    @denises9426 3 года назад

    Love how your parents helped you ❤️❤️ And so glad to see Romeo on site! Good luck guys 🍀 Thank you for sharing this journey with us!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @joleentragedy793
    @joleentragedy793 3 года назад +121

    I need “I’m in a DUMPSTER” merch lol

  • @abbyreyes4806
    @abbyreyes4806 3 года назад +1

    I'm so happy for you and Romeo. I ♥️ the cute cottage you've chosen. As well as your plans. It's going to be amazing when you're finished. You're so talented. It's inspiring. Good call on not moving it. I think you could do some really nice landscaping, maybe even a little white picket fence and it'll look great. Good luck. 🍀