Abandoned Stone House to Luxury Home | FULL TOUR

It's time for our Stone House Renovation before and after tour! At long last after months of working away we have finally completed our Portugal stone house renovation. This is a full tour of the house and works that we have completed. We hope you enjoy it.

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We’re John, Tara, Crusoe, and Sawyer Newby, a family of explorers who've settled in Northern Portugal. We’re currently renovating an abandoned farm into our dream off-grid homestead, and we’d love to take you along for the journey!

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[beatricegrand]

She’s so strong, assertive, opinionated (great opinions!) and SO BLOODY NICE that woman!!!! Mrs Newby you’re amazing especially for other women to learn from x

[annettafick]

Newbys, it is an absolute privilege to be part of your journey ❤ May God bless you

[knelson]

Something I have to admit. I finally got it. I finally realized who you are as a couple. It’s clear that John is incredibly talented visualizing shapes, textures and colors but watching the two of you work was the first time I saw a modern day artist and his muse interacting. The colors he chooses are the bright colors of Tara. The variety of styles and textures are Tara’s innate personality manifested in how John translate these joyful and hopeful feelings into tangible creations. The end result are the two of you looking at what you created together, Sawyer and Crusoe. Well done. It also reflects the energy you’re reclaiming by banking video clips so you can take time off. It shows. Keep it up. Enjoy your amazing journey and one another.

[BellaCW]

I can't pick a favorite part of this stone house renovation, *I LOVE ALL OF IT!* 😍

[johnmelissaziech]

Your "temporary" home really reflects the creativity of you both. Wishing you all health and happiness in it.

[gail-elizabethengland]

Your little stone house is utterly adorable! So often people think about creating the biggest space their budget will allow, but I think that that thinking is backwards. We need to ask ourselves "How small can we live and still be comfortable?" At the same time your boys are growing, you'll all need more space eventually, so the big house will be a welcome addition when it's done. Then the little stone house can be used for guests, friends, visiting family, whatever. You are an inspiration to everyone who watches (and learns.) Thank you and Bless you all!

[AnjaDesign]

My favorite part of the house is the fact that you have all these little treasures everywhere. On shelves, on the walls, inside posts and walls and doors.
The little reminders of travel adventures and milestones. It makes the house a very warm and cozy home. It fits the Newby vibe. Btw that clip at the
end with Crusoe and Sawyer swimming arround in a puddle was so funny and adorable. Soon the big build and new adventures. Loving it.
See you Sunday and much love for the week.

[wildpeace]

You are more than a DIYer, you’ve built your family a beautiful, creative, home. What a great team you both make together. It’s just lovely.

[missglenellen]

My favourite part of your new family home is that black and white doormat called Obi! Seriously, your entire home with all those details is stunning and cozy!

[helenperrott]

My wife and I so enjoy watching your channel. She is going through chemo at the moment and your joy filled content is so uplifting.

I am so impressed with John’s woodworking. I am a an Irishman furniture maker in Mississippi. He is doing a great job. Thank you SO very much

[MountainRiverRunner]

My favorite part of your home is that you did it as a family. Going on imagination and faith. With little rambunctious boys thrown into the mix. Giving the rest of us no excuse to tackle our own projects, no matter how big or small. Our love and prayers are with you always❤ ❤️ ❤

[pageoneill]

All details are my favorite parts. I have been watching for a couple of years and this is the first time I have written to you. Maybe it won't be the last. I have loved watching your boys grow. I am 81 years old and have finally got a boy of my 4 y/o grandson. He''s the only grandchild I have and it's been a revelation. My children are all girls. I love you guys. By the way, I live in Georgia, USA. Page O'Neill

[chellele]

My favourite thing is how much of this reflects you as a family. John’s DIY, Tara’s incredible design sense, and your and the house’s original treasures all coming together to make an aesthetically beautiful and cosy home. AND that it is finished! ❤❤❤😂

[MelindaAustin-dxpv]

Thank you for inviting us into your house. SO lovely to follow the entire project and see the finished result . Incredible journey …what a transformation, now the little house can make more memories!

[dorothykrzyzak]

Your new house is absolutely gorgeous I love every room in it to the Max the coziness and originality of it all is breathtaking
John has golden hands and Tara last couple of weeks I felt your pain as a women while John was building the wine shelf and you stood there and said “ I just want my kitchen please” that would be me you two are just awesome it’s so much pleasure to watch you through your journey 🥰🥰

[patriciaherzig]

what I loved the most is the editing, showing the old views in a small window, at the same time as the new/finished.
Well done! that house is beautiful, you did a wonderful job❤️💕

[lindahall]

Favorite part - the eclectic vibe! It speaks to who you are. Creative, fun, adventurous, talented, and so interesting!!!

[Bojangles]

Kitchen and all is beautiful. Well done! John needs to build a screen door for you kitchen that swings shut with a spring so bugs and rodents can’t sneak in when the boys come in and out. Loving the journey!

[carrielamarr]

In a world that sometimes is doom and gloom, your beautiful channel uplifts and centres me. I love the journey you've are taking us on, but my favourite part of the house is definitely the kitchen, which captures so perfectly what makes your home so unique.

[annepeterson]

I love the “looking through” features throughout the stone house: the view flowing up from the kitchen thru the hallway; from great room up to bedroom; from great room out the window to tiny house; from great room to the mountains… It’s like a beautifully choreographed dance. Well done! 💕