Valuing our ABANDONED property 3 YEARS later. Portugal Stone House Renovation

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Property prices in major Portuguese cities have been soaring, but what's it like in the countryside? Before we start building a traditional stone family home here in Portugal, we wanted to find out if all of the time and money that we're investing in our farm in Portugal is likely to yield us any financial return, or if it is simply a matter of the heart.
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We are John, Tara, Crusoe and Sawyer Newby. A family of explorers who've taken root in Northern Portugal where we are renovating an abandoned farm into our dream off-grid homestead. Please support us by giving us a thumbs up and making sure to subscribe to follow our adventures.
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@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much for watching folks. We hope you enjoyed finding out what our property is worth! 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 . Have a great Sunday further and we will see you all again on Wednesday.

@danielwoodgate5897 26 дней назад

Great video thank you 😊

@seascape185 26 дней назад

Your property is alive because you both as a family have worked it and brought it to life! It’s worth a million bucks!!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@susannemw2793 26 дней назад

And don't forget all that good, healthy food, that grows on your land. The freedom for your two boys on your beautiful land is also priceless.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

It is indeed Susan! Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@paulacunha6792 26 дней назад

Foi sem dúvida a melhor compra de todos os tempos vocês compraram na altura certa .

@michellepaperchaser 26 дней назад

Your renovating costs are remarkably low for the return of vast improvement. I feel the value is above $350,000 and your agent is being very conservative. You’ll have a home, a guest house, a pond, outside kitchen, a dedicated office and 2nd guest house, garden as well as vineyard, olives and fruit orchard all overlooking a charming valley and countryside. Sounds like paradise.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much Michelle ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@isabelpimentel1415 26 дней назад

Don't forget that is in Europe, so prices could be much different than the USA prices.

@bertiew6771 25 дней назад

Exactly, Michelle.

@tiana_lisichka3109 24 дня назад

Be realistic dude, its europe and Portuguese for 350 000$ you can buy mansion full furniture and full renovated 🤷‍♀️

@bertiew6771 23 дня назад

@@tiana_lisichka3109 I'll take four please, Bob.

@davevanbeers6944 26 дней назад

Thanks for the episode. While the value of the property is important the value of having this home for your family must be priceless. Wishing you all a lovely Sunday 😊

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

It is indeed priceless Dave! Thanks for spending your Sunday with us ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@judyschepp8748 25 дней назад

SOOOO TRUUUEEE!!!🎉🎉🎉❤❤😊

@willaharlatt4862 26 дней назад

living the dream..........smiles on the kids faces..........priceless

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Priceless indeed Willa! Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@hanneliewiese3477 26 дней назад

The birds chirping and singing are just amazing ! Sooo peaceful and just wonderful !

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Yes they are!

@reginasoares6801 5 дней назад

I don’t know you personally and here I am saying that I’m so very proud of you! Congratulations! I’m so impressed and so happy for you. And thank you for being part of the group of people that have worked hard to make beautiful improvements to a country I love and am proud of. I hope you enjoy it for many years to come!

@TheNewbys 5 дней назад

Thank you so so much Regina! Your support means so much to us ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@reginasoares6801 5 дней назад

@@TheNewbys❤

@kathleencollings7021 26 дней назад

Thanks for breaking all the expenses down, it really helps that you are open and honest about the cost of your wonderful life.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

You are most welcome Kathleen! Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@johnderoy916 26 дней назад

You guys are one of my top favorites on all of youtube and because you have done such an amazing job in documenting everything your family will always have a record of what their parents and grandparent and great grandparents, etc etc, went through, what you were really like - it is an age of miracles we live in and I look back at my grandparents and wish I had access to them the way you are building a record for your family.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much John, we appreciate you support. ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@xxwillowpinkxx9901 26 дней назад

Wow 3 years 🥰 I've been following your channel pretty much from the start. I really enjoy the renovations being done, oddly i find it quite mesmerising to watch and i do remember the clean up vlogs when i first tuned in. You've put so much work in and it does show. It's a lovely homestead that definitely shines through on your vlogs 🥰

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

That is incredible, thanks so much friend. We appreciate having all of your support over the years. Thank you ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@deanne609 26 дней назад

Wow, these prices are so cheap. My husband is a contractor and builder and these prices would be quadruple what you’ve paid. He said that driveway alone would be over 40k. We poured an 18’ x 18’ pad that was 3k just for cement. That’s not including the $1500 for pavers for the top.He did it all himself so labor costs not included. Thank God my husband is a builder. He also said 5k for the brick house project is crazy cheap because you have skilled labors included in that. We are incredibly expensive herein NJ, USA. You and John have done an incredible job on this place and I’m so excited to see whats to come. Much love to you and your family!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Oh wow that is so interesting Deanne, thanks so much for sharing that with us! Things definitely seem to be cheaper when you do the work yourselves ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@arieveloo9808 26 дней назад

...yes the prices are not realistic....I don't no way they telling this. .....

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Remember Arie that we do most of the work ourselves, which helps massively to keep costs down! Thanks for being here friend.

@user-gh4gq9vb2x 26 дней назад

I have been watching before Caruso was born. Time sure does go by quickly. My question is, if John is going to tear down the a part of the covering over the patio, why continue with the cover? Also, how is the pizza oven coming along? 😅❤❤❤

@SueLight-to6gk 26 дней назад

We agree. Here in uk it would be sooooo much more too.

@shirleyrice7093 26 дней назад

Flowers do so well in Portugal and to me, too, are a happiness necessity. They are what make us so excited in spring. I had a pond built on my property and never went into it because of the “weeds,” the frogs, turtles, snakes and bugs that I loved watching, but didn’t like feeling on my bare skin. Except for the very hot, dry summer, your property is paradise. Sunshine makes us happy, cloudy days make us sad. Growing plants and trees we planted make us happy and you have made your property profitable for you no matter what it cost

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

They are most definitely a necessity for us too Shirley! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@pamlucas1326 26 дней назад

The joy you have brought to us every week is, to us priceless. It has been a dream come true for us to see your beautiful boys as they grow, and to see your and John’s innovation as you turn a neglected piece of land into a small piece of paradise. You can’t put a price on feel good videos. My Sundays have been transformed since you came into our lives. God bless you. You have saved us from deep depression through COVID and now the state of the world. We escape all of this for a few precious moments of absolute pleasure❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@user-om8jz8xr6s 26 дней назад

John, I know you busted your butt doing your lawn I can see the beauty of the hard work you have done. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks friend. I did indeed haha but wouldn't have done it any other way. I am so proud of it and I love seeing the family enjoy it as much as I do!

@karccrn 26 дней назад

This was a great episode. You have created a paradise! Who would think that the farm that you bought would have such a transformation? You have a great ability to envision the potential .

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much friend, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed this episode! Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@lottie2525 26 дней назад

Flowers and plants a waste? NEVER! I'm sure you'll make a profit in the end. It's going to be a beautiful family homestead. Good luck.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Glad you feel the same way Lottie 😂😂

@myitaliantherapyginafiore4414 26 дней назад

Good on you for all of it. I have done old home restoration in the states for almost 35 years. Cleaning, clearing, rebuilding and sweat equity. We get our money back in so many ways. With you guys unless you sell one day, which none of us know what the market or state of our lives will be then , you have created a life long stability for your boys. An experience you cannot put a price on. Also they will grow up in a different culture, not to mention UK and Africa, learn languages, hands on, bare foot grounded, clean food, lovely life John and Tara you have afforded them both and yourselves. And sharing it all with us. I have been to your area and will be back, but bought a farm with a river in Central for now. You inspire me every day. You did not mention your RU-vid earnings or other assets from the Portuguese project that you have created which has enabled part of the dream to become reality. Admirable qualities. Because moving to another Country and doing what you are doing requires an income. That is why it has taken me until I am 61 years old to finally make the move. INCOME. Finally I have figured it out after over 25 years of spending winters in Europe, to Mexico, to Many other countries. Thanx for all you are doing and sharing. Massive Hugs from Upstate New York on my own renovation project. Gina moving to Portugal Cheers

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Well done you Gina, that is a huge job! Thanks for sharing your experience and expertise with us! Thanks so much for watching friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@myitaliantherapyginafiore4414 26 дней назад

@@TheNewbys oh my it is you guys who are sharing your experiences with the masses. I was there when you hit 100,000 subscribers. Look at you now. Vai Vai Vai Newby's Hugs

@MrsBilla-nu8qb 26 дней назад

I was wondering if he gave you a current estimate on your property. That might tell give you a more accurate accounting of all the work you’ve done so far. 😊

@carolynellis387 10 дней назад

Great journey for the past 3 years and still exciting times ahead

@noelleliszkay1000 10 дней назад

What an awesome property and you have really done an incredible job renovating it. So much love has been put into this project. Hope to meet you all one day 😊

@paulotorres2130 26 дней назад

They have never regretted it, the new experiences of building something that comes out of your hands, what your children look at, what their parents have created, the peace of mind, the nature you can have in relation to a big city, the beauty of the countryside, what Yes, money is important, but the experiences we have are even more important. Keep going, I'm also doing the same, see you soon ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

You are quite right Paulo, the experience we have built up over the years and the little piece of paradise we have here is just amazing. Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@paulotorres2130 26 дней назад

@@TheNewbys ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@virginiahuard7831 26 дней назад

What a furious struggle your land has presented to you! And inch by inch, you have met each challenge heroically! Hard work, a drive to make it beautiful and a selfless and ongoing effort to forge ahead despite the negatives is truly an inspiration! I mean, sleeping with all four of you in the same small space…for years! Whew! Again and again, you have scaled barriers that would leave most folks in tears. Talk about courage! Absolutely fabulous family. I recognize ourselves manning up to this lifestyle over the years and I feel that is why I enjoy watching your days unfold. Believe it, the messier, dirty and/or impossible your challenge is, the more success you will find after having met the project head on. I’ve always said, ‘there is gold in all of that you face, you just have to work endlessly to find it!’ The reward is immense in a thousand ways! Ginger from Michigan

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you so much Ginger, you are so kind and we appreciate all of your support. It has not been easy but we have loved sharing all the ups and downs with you ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@grammasgardenofideas5081 3 дня назад

just building the driveway and terraces added enormous value. and of course everything else.

@anniewalden9697 5 дней назад

Gosh - how delightful to watch this video! So glad I have found you guys to join in your adventure in Portugal. It looks so fabulous- wish I were young again! Look forward to the next episode- and I adore all the bird chatter too!

@TheNewbys 5 дней назад

Thanks so much! 😊

@primutube 26 дней назад

Once you’re ready to rent your guest house on Airbnb, perhaps, we could arrange a family trip to stay there along with our 2 granddaughters ( 7,4). You see, when they come and visit us on our “farm”, they watch your RU-vid videos featuring your boys and Mario the digger. They are following the tree house construction as well. Now, they would like a tree house to be built here on our property just like Crusoe and Sawyer have on your property! You have and are building a beautiful, cozy, delightful home and priceless home!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We will definitely keep that in mind friend, we would love to have you over if we ever get to that stage! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@Mabbi54 26 дней назад

That lawn really is a triumph. Beautiful!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

It is our favourite spot on the farm friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@Kiwi-Mel 8 дней назад

It's important to revalue especially if something comes up and you need a mortgage.

@machellep1 12 дней назад

Three years sure has flown by. Seems like day one was just yesterday. P.s. flowers are not a waste, flowers are the earths little gifts of happiness to our souls.

@TheNewbys 12 дней назад

It does doesn't it Machelle! We are so thankful that we get to share all of these adventures with you 🧅🥒👩🏼‍🌾🙏🏼

@anegrace 26 дней назад

We are currently looking at properties! Been in Portugal for 3 months, and so happy to be here. We are constantly going back and forth between a newer home, or buying an older home and restoring it. Difficult choice, especially with little ones! Your videos are always fun to watch, thank you for sharing, and well done on the editing and video skills 🤗 boa tarde!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

That is very exciting Ane! So happy to hear you love it here, best of luck with finding a place and I am sure Jose can be of assistance should you need any ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@user-nt8ck4zg4z 26 дней назад

What you spent on your cobble driveway was a very good price. I had to have a small driveway front garden re done with paving bricks because the previous driveway had no drainage and was on a slope which caused water running down under the bungalow and that cost me £10,000 and its so much smaller. Big enough for two cars so not big. That was three years ago.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Oh wow that is very interesting friend, thanks for sharing. It helps to put our values and costs into perspective! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@sunthoms 4 дня назад

Ive been watching from Kerala, India.. Awesome work!

@TheNewbys 4 дня назад

Thank you for all your support friend! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@skiyogagirl 12 дней назад

I am so impressed with your vision and how hard you both have worked to improve the land and buildings on your Portugal property! I would think that with all of the improvements, that it would be worth far more! I am sure it is also frustrating waiting for the approval on the new structure! You have created a beautiful oasis for raising your children and it is very valuable! Whether you stay or go, you have improved the property so very much and you should be proud of that! One of my favorite spaces is the lawn! Keep up the great work Newby’s!!

@cathydavis7041 26 дней назад

Hello Newby's.... John and Tara... every bit of blood, sweat and tears has afforded you a perfect home for your family. The memories are priceless, the lessons (minus plumbing) cannot be given a price. How much the boys have experienced, all of it is priceless. By the way, John, you should negate the cost of landscaping and flowers from the bottom line. The pollinators that will visit will cross pollinate the fruit trees, vegetables and flowers for years to come. Can't wait to see your next projects. Love the idea or an AirBnB. PS... the birds are reacting to the building not being there... you have changed their usual world. Plus, I love hearing them sing.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Memories are indeed priceless Cathy! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@beverleybarnes5656 26 дней назад

Very interesting episode, especially seeing the faces of your new Portuguese friends. 😊

@Lurkur 15 дней назад

Love this episode. Well done on all your hard work.

@melindataljaard2753 26 дней назад

Hi Newbys. Nice to look at your video today. YES, yes, your property will have an enormous upgrade. I my opinion, you will be losing a stunning, valuable farm if you sell. I will not sell. There is to many memories already. That is my brain 🤔 😅. It's going to be a diamond stunning farm. Just hang in and you will pick the fruit of your hard work. Great video. Hugs Melinda from South-Africa ❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Hi Melinda, thanks so much friend. We are definitely going to keep our little piece of paradise as we absolutely love it here. Thanks for all your support and love ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@JohnandCaraRetiredTravellers 26 дней назад

We’ve been following along way before Portugal and we are just in awe of your vision, creativity, enormous amount of hard work to bring the farm where it is today! BRAVO! Just one example of comparison of the expense here in the US….we resurfaced a small bit of road with asphalt probably the size of your driveway not circle…$40,000!!! You guys are doing an amazing job and your homes value exceeds the dollar amount with living your best lives. ~Cara ❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We appreciate your support from Day one Cara! You have been there through it all, thank you. Wow that is expensive, thanks so much for sharing that with us. It helps put our costs into perspective! Sending you both lots of love, have a lovely Sunday ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@cherylanne6846 26 дней назад

I share your sentiments on having flowers...definitely money well spent!!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much Cheryl, we love them ❤️❤️

@buffy5kt 26 дней назад

No price can be put on building your dreams as a family. Priceless. So happy for your success this far. Prayers for continued safety and good health for all! Best!

@MamaLlama007 9 дней назад

How do you live, daily? Do you have a bath/shower, laundry on property? Very informative video! Lots of work! Beautiful property!

@lisahause8705 26 дней назад

If , you love your land…do what you feel will enhance your life! You’re all healthy & young…that is one advantage you two have! May God be w/ you two , your family & homestead! May God continue to shine His light on your family & land! Be well & stay strong in your endeavors! 👏🏻🫶👍🏻

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much Lisa! You are so kind and we appreciate all of the love ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@Winterfell1066 26 дней назад

All of those costs seem relatively cheap compared to what it would cost in the USA (Mississippi).

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

When you are willing to do the work yourselves it works out to be quite a bit cheaper friend, which we are thankful for. Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@annekennedy8127 25 дней назад

@@TheNewbys Yes,,, and in beautiful, safe Portugal...

@annekennedy8127 25 дней назад

And their children will have the privilege of being brought up and educated in Portugal...which really is the biggest plus...

@nisar8009 26 дней назад

Everything could change in as little as 5 years. Life events, world events and general property values change with the wind. If we all concerned ourselves with future financial issues of property values we would never purchase homes. We do because we want stability for our families. We certainly hope that as long as we improve our home and property that the value will improve, and most of the time that is the case, but it’s never a forgone conclusion. The land you’ve purchased is amazing and has been absolutely wonderful for your family. That’s the most important thing.

@ddenice963 26 дней назад

You should base on the wage like you pay your workers in Portugal. It’s amazing how fast a person can spend money building a dream.

@clairetolmie5640 26 дней назад

Hi Newbys! A very informative video and certainly not offputting. Every centime you've spent is an investment in your happiness and comfort and that is priceless! ❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

So glad you enjoyed it Claire! It has definitely been worth every cent! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@AnitaVilla-qq1yf 26 дней назад

Great information to anyone who wants to live in Portugal. 👍❤️

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We are so happy to hear that Anita! Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@lupitaolson7837 25 дней назад

John, I'm with you. Flowers make me very happy and love to grow different types. In the summer, I used to spend hundreds of dollars. You also have saved a lot of money on labor, with John doing so much.❤❤

@nas0075 10 дней назад

I live a couple hours north from you in Galicia, Spain. I have looked at homes in Portugal. What you have is a pretty decent place as far as sq m2 go. I think with a new built home, 350,000€ is way too cheap. Unless you are in the boonies, which doesn't seem like you are as you get internet and all services. Either way, your ROI is priceless. I have lawn envy. LOL Congrats for the hard work put in, the place looks great.

@anadorsamp3560 26 дней назад

Un vídeo maravilloso de principio a fin. Muy feliz de haber estado con vosotros desde el principio..3 años han pasado?.?. Es absolutamente increíble lo que era a lo es ahora. Se necesita ilusión, trabajo , destreza y visión.! Y qué gran familia de vecinos!!! Felicidades familia. Os aprecio mucho y seguiré vuestros progresos. ❤❤❤❤. Saludos desde Andalucía, España!. 🎉🎉💫💫💫💫

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We are so happy to hear you enjoyed this episode Anna, we really loved talking to Jose and getting some numbers from him. Thank you for all your support through every step of our journey ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@anadorsamp3560 26 дней назад

❤❤❤❤@@TheNewbys

@ziskabrits618 26 дней назад

I just love how you approach your decision making! You have come so far with so much effort (and injuries 😂). When all is done , like you want it to be , you are going to be surprised at the value of your property . Can’t wait for you to move into your finished forever home 🏡! Looking back and watching how small Crusoe was, makes you realize how time flies. Love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you Ziska, you are so kind and yes we have come a long way haha thanks for all your lovely support on each of our videos friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@valoriec 26 дней назад

I agree with you. Your homestead is priceless. It's gorgeous, and the memories you have as a family there are worth so much more than any future potential profit. You're living my dream, and I'm so happy to watch you every week. Your videos brighten my days.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you Valorie, we couldn’t do it without you friend. 🙏🙏❤️

@Helen77SouthAfrica 26 дней назад

Well guys it’s so beautiful watching Crusoe and sawyer 🧒👦with Mario playing with the boys 🤗I think they have stepped grandparents so so beautiful ❤️🙏❤️😘😘

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We are so happy to hear you enjoyed this episode friend! The adopted grandparents our boys have are just the best ❤️❤️

@wilnawegner 26 дней назад

Congratulations on the approval to start with your BIG dreams on building your dream house 🏠💙💖

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much Wilna! Very exciting times ahead ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@victorppt 26 дней назад

Yes...a new breath, new life... Happy mothers day 🙌🙌🙌🙌

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you for all your support today Victor! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@Trish088 26 дней назад

What a stunning paradise you have created for your family! I am sure that the original owners and neighbors are thrilled that you are bringing new life back to this property and pouring in so much of your blood, sweat, tears, heart, soul and creativity. Can't wait to see the new build as it unfolds. 😍

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks Trish! ❤️🙏

@elizabethestes8570 26 дней назад

I think there is something else that needs to be figured into the bottom line & that is the immeasurable gift of the example that you have given all of us who follow your journey. Your tenacity, strength, determination and sheer exuberance have imbued so many of us with that same can do spirit. Whatever the weather or our circumstances I am sure many of us will be there with you when the final touches are put on your new home.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

You are too kind Elizabeth. Thank you 😊🙏🏼❤️

@susannemw2793 26 дней назад

How wonderful everything is. You two are so talented. 💐

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you Susan! You are too kind friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@zeafonso7094 26 дней назад

Don't forget the neighbors help. 0€, but a lot of value. ❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Hi friend, we have paid and will continue to pay all of our neighbours who have done work for us as we really do value all of their input and help! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@lagringa7518 26 дней назад

@@TheNewbys Of course... but incredibly lucky that you have such talented neighbors that appreciate your improvements and the convenience of the work 😉.

@zeafonso7094 26 дней назад

@@TheNewbys Hello. I am not saying that. I know that you pay for labor. I was Just talking about friendly neighbors and some help, off the clock. I help my neighbors on a lot off occasions, the Portuguese way. We are all together. Just get some beers and pork BBQ😁 We will be there for the work😁 And Portuguese northern people are the Best with neighbors

@SusieSunday 13 дней назад

That was meant as encouragement :) ❤

@TheNewbys 13 дней назад

Thanks Susie! It’s a good challenge for sure. Really appreciate your support and encouragement. ❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

@maryr7593 3 дня назад

Goats are very good for clearing brambles, tall grass, etc. Good for natural fertilization. Some businesses in US are to "rent out goats to clear land". But other channels show neighbors with sheep, goats, etc using land to graze. It might be good to borrow neighbor animals to clear other places on land. If all else fails, have John design kitchens for ppl who need them. Having water for the grass isn't necessarily a good use of water. Simple Life Portugal has springs coming out of water....that they dont want. Maybe worth putting in some tanks at his property and bring when you need it. Pls check in on Dan as his wife passed. How is your Portuguese? The portuguese daycare system might be a good way for your kids to learn portuguese before they get to school. It would be great for them to learn another language. If it gives you 4 hrs to do whatever and gives them a chance to play with other kids. Expats Portugal has their child in portuguese daycare. You guys should try to find a free portuguese class for yourselves....being immigrants are eligible for the free classes. If you havent taken them yet.

@sarablomvist1288 22 дня назад

Try flower pounding with the yellow flowers and the boys.

@bs6281 26 дней назад

That bird is just that part of nature. Enjoy him or her😊

@joanparkinson4910 26 дней назад

Song thrush having its say 😊

@TeresaBotha-mf5gt 26 дней назад

Wishing you only the best. You have really put in heart and soul. Lots of love ❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you so so much Teresa, you are so kind ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@christinedelfino5322 26 дней назад

Not enough on flowers, they bring joy and the smile when there are blooms, priceless 😊

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

So true!

@theresaniemann3899 26 дней назад

Thank you it was very interesting to see this video. Love watching your channel.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much for watching Theresa ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@dsolangem 26 дней назад

Happy Sunday ❤❤❤❤!!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Happy Sunday to you too friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@leonormariaparrachoedviges8244 25 дней назад

Fico tão Feliz por ver o trabalho que têm feito nesse pedaço de terra. Portugal precisa de aventureiros como vocês para revitalizarem o interior do nosso país. Adoro ver os vossos vídeos. Bem hajam and wishing you happiness in Portugal.

@TheNewbys 25 дней назад

Thanks so much Leonor 😊🙏🏼❤️

@kimberleyking1289 18 дней назад

Once again the bonus of being busy for the past week means I get to binge-watch your videos to catch back up😉 This was such an interesting and informative video! Thank you for sharing the costs of things, especially the materials which has given me much to think on (albeit on a much, much smaller scale). It just goes to show though how much is lost (for want of a better word) on labour costs given how much you could have spent if you'd just got a package deal for each project completion. *Hugs * to you all! xx

@Bindismom 26 дней назад

This was so much fun!!!!!! Love the jungle beat drums! Perfect for this video. My impression?? Your beautiful property and all that it entails including your wonderful neighbors is PRICELESS!!! There is no way you can loose money on it. I have always enjoyed the bird sounds on your videos, they give such a happy, healthy sound to it all. I wonder if you would share some photos of the type of birds that are surrounding you with their love and music? Sending you love and support for all you are doing and sharing with all of us lucky enough to have found you.🤗🤗👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍👍🙏🙏

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We should do an episode on animals we see on the farm. Good idea! Maybe we do that when we announce our newest arrival next week. ;)

@goldieff 26 дней назад

Thank you for being so open about expenses.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

You are most welcome friend! Thanks so much for watching and for all your support ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@mikehart8118 23 дня назад

Great summary/update vid. And wowzers to reflect back and see how far you have come !! And ur Greenhouse still stands Tara whoop whoop. It’s all so beautiful.

@angiebuhat3583 26 дней назад

Great content and I appreciate the info on property market value in Portugal 🇵🇹❤️👍🙏

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much for watching Angie ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@ireneclark3993 19 дней назад

Love this type of video you've done a beautiful job so far.

@miriammuskal5402 26 дней назад

Love your videos Can't wait to see your new home

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you so so much Miriam, we are excited to take you along with us for every step ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@marthamaeda8257 20 дней назад

The transformation you didn that property is Epic❣️❣️🤗🤗

@TheNewbys 20 дней назад

❤️❤️🙏🙏

@ethelrafique3520 26 дней назад

Happy Sunday guys

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Happy Sunday friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@maryjanevasconcellos9013 26 дней назад

It´s amazing all the work you have been doing. The final value doesn´t surprise me. You added a lot to it. Congratulations! Your farm is beautiful, the landscape is stunning and our country is very peaceful. No money buys that! Have a lovely week!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much Mary Jane! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@user-qw1gu9zu4f 26 дней назад

You are spot on and living the dream!❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@marysutherland8570 26 дней назад

Wow! That was so informative! You guys have done an incredible job there in your little corner of the world! And I loved the added little details, the darling boys "helping", the progress getting to what we see now, the sweet little bird happily singing away was the BEST background music!!! But Tara, you were absolutely gorgeous in that lovely pink jump-suit set! I hope we can see it again! Also I picked up on the crowd "wow" added at times! Loved that, still waiting to hear a crowd clapping and cheering as well, like what you'd hear at a ball game! Well done, on so many levels!!! May God lead you and bless you as you proceed ahead! Hugs, from WallaWalla, Wa.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you so much Mary! That pink jumpsuit was also one of my favourites. Will see if I can find it and bring it back haha Thanks so much for watching and for your constant support 😊🙏🏼❤️

@rosheenfergusson6991 24 дня назад

Anything that makes one happy is never a waste 🔆

@EmmaHutchinson-fx3oi 21 день назад

Writing from Spain, where the economy is similar and having carried out a few renovation projects, I am also extremely susprised by your low costs even taking into account that a lot of the work has been done by yourselves , we would be paying a LOT more!

@jennifermackie2913 22 дня назад

If you are going to add in your "cost" of labour, you would also have to include the value (savings) of rent as an offset to your expenses.

@irenemathieson4229 26 дней назад

John I agree with you, flowers bring beauty and joy to life. I would say the €1000 spent was money well spent. By the time you have finished your main house, the property market would have increased and your house would have appreciated in value. I have been with you since the very beginning and what you have done is absolutely amazing. As you say the experience, the beautiful people you have met, and living in such a friendly, beautiful country is priceless. Bye for now friends. 🌸

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Glad to hear you agree with us regarding the flowers Irene. It was definitely worth every penny! Thanks for all your support through all the ups and downs, we appreciate you ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@juliedowning7782 26 дней назад

Hi John, Tara and boys……great to have this recap and explanation of how things came to be, also the cost involved. I’ve been watching since the start of your African trip and have been hooked ever since…..Good luck with the house build and best wishes Julie ❤😊

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Hi Julie, we are so happy you enjoyed the recap and the valuation of the property. We appreciate having your support all the way from our African trip, thank you ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@teresaslovingcare4444 26 дней назад

Well, that was very interesting! I think your property is priceless.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much Teresa ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@magumagalhaes-dr2ip 25 дней назад

You've achieved so much on the farm in just 3 years! It's priceless all you've done. Congratulations👏👏👏♥️

@michelleblandine 26 дней назад

Hello from Nairobi 😊 super enjoyed this episode and all the details you laid out for us ❤ can't wait to start this new chapter of your lives as you build the house 💃💃💃am so inspired to move!!!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We are so happy to hear that Michelle, we can't wait to continue to share every step of the journey with you ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@krysstefan2505 26 дней назад

Love the birds❤ they giving stump of approval accepting your family in lovely Portugal ❤ now we are welcoming neighbours haha ❤

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much friend 😊🙏🏼❤️

@olgaliuft5607 26 дней назад

You are right, John, flowers make our lives happy and colorful ❤️ I also like to stay in my garden and look at flowers and plants beauty 😍 they make me calm. About the prices that you just listed... I'm shocked... It's cheaper than in Moldova :( which doesn't have an ocean (or even a sea) and mountains, and is not an EU part... It's just crazy. You are lucky to live in such an amazing 🤩 country! From all my heart 💗 I wish you good luck in all projects you do, and stay healthy and wealthy ❤ a hug from me to your two sweet little angels 😇

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼

@arjanvogel6444 26 дней назад

Thanks for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless you guys.

@1949chefjojo 26 дней назад

I love your Videos and watch the Family grow. God BLESSINGS on your Project.

@teresadopeysmum3268 26 дней назад

It would have been great to hear how much Jose valued the property as it is now. But great job on everything you have accomplished together as a family! 🎉

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks so much for watching friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@Hollybank5 26 дней назад

Your property has been upgraded by every project you’ve done ✔️. The stone house renovation and building the new house just adds to the beauty and functionality of it all . And even if you’re breaking even now - I predict that values will rise over the years- yielding you a profit in the future ❤ Well done, you !!!! 😊

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks Holly! We hope so! ❤️❤️🙏🙏

@ellenkelley6173 26 дней назад

Bravo guys!!! Your hard work has paid & will continue to pay off bigly! The homestead is just beautiful. A dream coming true indeed.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thanks Ellen! ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@lena-roseorlando219 26 дней назад

Very interesting!

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

We are so glad to hear you also found it interesting Lena. Thanks so much for watching ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@adrianamoules3446 26 дней назад

Very nice. Good luck.

@TheNewbys 26 дней назад

Thank you Adriana ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹

@Helen77SouthAfrica 26 дней назад

Well I am just relaxing 😎 watching you guys 🌷👋🌷and when you have finished all your projects is going to be beautiful sweeties 🌷👋🌷😎

@MirandaHorger 24 дня назад

What a fun video! I loved seeing all you've done over time and the costs. Everything you build will increase in value over time. Best of all is the lifestyle of being able to live and work together with your family. Cheers!

@TheNewbys 24 дня назад

Thanks so much!

@halfbreed808 25 дней назад

Your channel is one of my absolute favorites to watch. I look forward to every new episode. Thank you for sharing your family's adventures and experiences. Mahalo nui loa 🥰

@TheNewbys 24 дня назад

Thanks so much friend ❤️🙏🏼😃🏡🇵🇹