WE BOUGHT AN ABANDONED FARM IN PORTUGAL - 1 Year Timelapse

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Published 2023-11-11
Everything we built during year 1 of our abandoned land renovation in Portugal, a Timelapse of our project!
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Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to our Portuguese Property
00:26 This is our Abandoned Land
00:50 Visual Tour of the Property
01:51Footage of Early Days on the Land
02:25 Setting up the Container Home
03:14 Building the Compost Toilet
04:03 Restoring the Old Stone House
04:37 Upgrading the Container
05:48 Visuals of Roof Troubles
06:46 Improving the Space
08:15 Planning the Future
09:12 Preparing the foundations
13:31 Tackling the land
15:47 Upgrading the shower unit
16:59 Going back to the UK
17:24 Travelling Back to Portugal
18:03 Settling back in
19:24 Time to do the extension
20:23 Building up the main frame
20:40 Trying other methods
22:15 Outsourcing bespoke materials
24:29 Starting the framework
27:14 Measuring the main beams
28:47 Completing the framework
31:31 Visuals of Foraging and Harvesting
32:39 Creating a Workbench
34:53 Constructing the Upper Frame
37:08 Roofing and Tiles 39:56 A personal note
40:43 Jackery GIVEAWAY
42:05 Before-After Shots of Progress
42:38 What’s to come


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All Comments (21)
  • @truter5243
    You guys should be less hard on yourself. Remember, the beauty and rustic nature of these old buildings lies in the imperfections. Not everything should be square and level. Best of luck
  • @debbiefine2756
    I've followed you from the beginning. I have been amazed at your ability to work together and that you have not given in to any of the challenges. That says alot about your caricature and you life's goal.😂❤. Not many people can say that. We let so many things get in our way. Love you guys!
  • This was a trip down memory lane ❤ it's good to see your journey again and remember the steps you have gone through. ❤ Stay safe and keep smiling.
  • @teepeeX
    You two have an incredible work ethic. I have loved watching you both create a home for yourselves and mum. Beautiful piece of land, and so much potential for just about anything. Well done. Thankyou Jackery for being a leading sponsor for many 😊
  • @janp7943
    Great recap of year 1!!! Love the photography and personal experiences. I've watched you from almost the beginning. Can't wait to continue! Thanks for sharing your life with us! See you next time. ❤
  • To see your shear will to forge a new life with your own hands is a beautiful thing to witness. Your commitment to build and grow, learn from challenges and work together to solve and conquer is truly inspiring. I am praying for you two. Be blessed!
  • @lyndaf.6329
    I've enjoyed every single episode up to now and it's amazing to see how far you've come in such a short time. Putting your progress into a series of videos is a great idea and I look forward to the next one !
  • @jasperbrouwer
    It’s nice to see people grow and move on step by step, with a little help from friends… keep it up, you are great.
  • @MirandaHorger
    I loved this trip down memory lane! It's amazing how productive your first year really was! Your channel is my favorite and I always look forward to a new video each weekend. Cheers to you! 🎉
  • So happy that I've followed both of you on your wonderful journey. Youve achieved with honour, grace, humor & affability. Dedication to; your goals, hard work, facing challeges shows in all you do. I hope all your dreams come true. You both desereve it.
  • This was so interesting to me and I am sure, to many others. I love the approach you guys take to every challenge and frustration. Your self-discipline, commitment and positive attitude are to be commended. Looking forward to what's ahead! Love and prayers to you all!
  • I was delighted to see you finished your workbench on June 11 2021. My birthday. Love your content . Lots of love from Florida.
  • Congratulations on your progress! I love watching you grow as homesteaders and humans as you go through this process. Keep up the great work.
  • @lovealwaysmom
    I'm a big fan of before and afters. Both in others' lives and mine. It takes a special relationship to work side by side on a hugh project such as yours. To have a community helping each other must be wonderful. I'm looking forward to seeing your dreams come true.
  • @peachy618
    I love watching you build your home, I have been following you both for months now and enjoy your episodes..you have come along way since you started, keep up the great work your putting in 👍🙂
  • This man works 😊 Cooking, cleaning, building 😊 well done .. it is.rare in this days❤
  • @rebekahdane5382
    Even though I've seen every video, this was amazing to look back on and remember how far you've come! Well done you guys!
  • @casaMariaPT
    Excellent catch up guys, looking forward to getting stuck into your many future projects. Onwards and upwards!