We bought an abandoned farm in Italy - One year progress

We're Isis & Bertus, a belgian-dutch couple. In the summer of 2023 we moved into a neglected farmhouse in a tiny village in the northwest of Italy. The last inhabitants left some 15 years ago, but large parts of the property have been empty for well over 20 years.

This is the story of everything we did in between buying the farm in January 2023 and today.

Thank you for joining us on our adventure!

#homerenovation #diyrenovation #farmlife

[carlobellinaso]

We Italians must thank all those foreigners who are investing time, energy and money to renovate these mountain and country farmhouses abandoned for decades.

[russhurst]

" It's the kind of freedom we would like to see more of in the world." Perfectly said.

[barbestes]

Oh to be 40 years younger. Your vision is allowing all of us to come along side you. Thanks

[winniekosmel]

That scene, eating outside in the candlelit garden was pure magic.

[bobhaze]

One of my favorite sayings is,
“Nature does not hurry yet all is accomplished.”
You are doing a wonderful job. Embrace change when the situation deserves it!

[sarahofer]

This episode has 1.6 MILLION views, and counting. Show Bertus and Isis some love and subscribe. Let's get this channel to 100K subs ASAP!

[fionaarmes]

I love watching videos of people renovating and restoring old buildings. Yours is by far my favourite. You are carefully and considerately restoring whilst repurposing and recycling and embracing the history of the home. I can see the buildings slowly coming back to life with your care and hard work. Beautiful. It’s a big project but you are both the perfect people for this .

[kimbanyc]

Better than Netflix. Seriously epic sound and direction.

[wandakoehorst]

Hello guys, you have listened very carefully to what the house, the grounds, the outbuildings need. That sometimes will mean that we, viewers, don't see the logic behind it, yet. But you have achieved so incredibly much in a relatively short time. Its not about the result. Its about the road to the end result. You've treated us with artistically outstanding footage, the views from the drone are spectacular. Maybe try to create spaces for volunteers who want to work in the garden(s), help retiling some roofs, painting your repaired, restored shutters, or what pops up and has to be done in between. Thank you so much for sharing with us. Looking forward to each vlog

[conniewojahn]

Nice to know the Cat Distribution System is alive in Italy. You have been truly blessed. Kitty will be a loyal friend and a great mouser. I hope to see more of him in future videos. Good luck with your renovations, stay safe and healthy, and most of all, enjoy your work, each other, your friends, and your accomplishments.

[pamelathompson]

Congratulations for daring to step forward on this amazing adventure...I don't think it is stupid or naive! This is called LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE! And ACHIEVING!!! WONDERFUL!!!

[jill]

When a 42 minute video leaves me wanting more I follow the journey. You’ve captured such gorgeous images and edited and narrated this so beautifully. I laughed and smiled so big at the bit when the electricity made an appearance. This was really something special to see over time, thank you for sharing.

[laurelgaskill]

What workhorses this couple are! So much debris, wood, and vegetation to clear out. Hats off to them for the incredible feat they are accomplishing. I can’t wait to see what the result will be.

[lagringa]

Look how much you 2 have accomplished in a short little year... you've been absolutely amazing! 👏🏻🥰

[cindybohl]

Wow! It is amazing what you accomplished! I am the daughter of two Italian immigrants. What you are doing has been my dream ever since my dad took me to Italy to meet his family….years and years ago. Alas though… life gets in the way and I am now an old lady of 70. I am loving living the dream through you two. Italy is a beautiful place.

[thomasbee]

PERFECTIONISTS at work - love this
"let`s clean and organize it all so we can see what we have to work with" approach👍👍👍👍

[TAG]

The first year always has it's challenges but the both have done an incredible job with the tasks that you had. Thank you both for sharing your journey. Lastly....both of you should be very proud of your first year!

[eneafrancesco]

The last few sentences of the video made me shed a tear. Beautiful.
That's the essence of life: Being present in the moment, fully experiencing and enjoying the process without knowing the outcome.

Thank you for making this video!

[curtjoyner]

I find it hard to adequately express my admiration for you two. The skills you seek will come. You already have the most important thing you need, the love of what you are doing, the patience and determination to see it through and unshakable faith in your journey.

[nathanhale]

It’s nice to see this year summary of your careful work, carried out with contemplation and enjoyment of the moment as well as letting the future plans evolve.