I am so excited to finally show you our new farmhouse! We are ready to dig in to some farmhouse restoration, homesteading and generally just enjoying country living. We can’t wait to take you along on the journey!
This last week has been a total blur. Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday we spent all of our waking hours loading up a 26′ horse trailer, a Uhaul and our van with every single one of our belongings. There were also a few trips to the thrift shop for donations, because although I’m a constant declutter-er, we still had SO MUCH stuff that we didn’t need.
(Why did I still have cookbooks stashed in the top cabinets?? I mean I love them when they come from blogger friends, but who needs to reference Betty Crocker for a basic cake recipe anymore? Not with Google and Pinterest in my back pocket!)
After stashing our stuff, I cleaned the house from top to bottom. Tell me, have you ever moved a washer and dryer that has been in place for 10 years? It ain’t pretty!
We packed, we scrubbed, and we planned the big move. When closing time finally came around Thursday morning, I felt like I hadn’t even processed the whole move at all. I had been so busy with house showings, inspections, appraisals, contracts and moving. It felt like we had to get over at least 20 hurdles before our new farmhouse would really be ours. During the process we had a contract fall through on our house and then a huge appraisal issue with the new place. Long story short we bought our dream place with cash, something we wanted to be able to do so badly! Find that story here: We bought our New Farmhouse with Cash | Mortgage FREE Living
When we wrapped up the last of the closing papers and the agent handed us the keys, I couldn’t believe we finally did it. We sold a house and bought a house in the same day. Phew!
We won’t really be in it for another 10 days because we are having the hardwood floors refinished. But, that doesn’t mean I didn’t get right on taking photos and videos of the place.
Come along, lets take a little tour, shall we?
Come see our new farmhouse! Farmhouse restoration before tour video
Farmhouse restoration before photos
When you first pull into our driveway, you will see our big white turn of the century barn and silo. It has a huge loft and three large sections on the bottom.
Next, you come to a little cottage. Cabin? Cottage? Whatever you want to call it, it has a small bathroom, fireplace and bed. We have big dreams to fix it up.
A little further down the lane you come to cottage #2. This one has so much charm and character on the inside. Make sure to watch the video to see all the details inside!
The house is full of thick trim, pocket doors, tall ceilings, a curved stair case, heart pine floors and big windows overlooking our property…basically all the things I dream of. I have a lot of farmhouse restoration ideas swirling around in my head for this place.
I want to take it slowly though, and document each and every step.
One of the first projects we want to tackle, other than the hardwood flooring, is the kitchen. I have a lot of ideas for it but I’m still not 100% sure of the design plans. It is a top priority so I can have a beautiful space to make my recipe videos!
We are planning to more of a restoration than a renovation, which basically just means we are going to bring this home back to how it was intended to look when it was built. We will avoid trends and current styles, and just focus on making this place shine with its original glory.
We also want to plant fruit trees, have a huge garden, get a dairy cow and chickens, but again we are going to take our time and enjoy the process. One thing we are for going to get done this year is enjoy that country living.
Stay tuned for all the projects. Thanks so much for stopping by our new farmhouse!
The Restoration Continues
Farmhouse Restoration Update- The Hardwood Floors
Reveal After all the Paint and Refinished Floors
Farmhouse Master Bedroom Tour in the new Farmhouse
Farmhouse Kitchen Design Plans
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Julie
I’m so excited to watch you make it a home for your beautiful family!
Dana Moore
This is so beautiful – I grew up this way. I am so excited to see what you do with your new home.
Carmelite
Hey Lisa, congratulations on your new farmhouse and property. It is beautiful and I’m excited to see what your family does with it. I also enjoy the farmhouse lifestyle (my Dad is a potato farmer)since I spent my teenage years living in a farming area in Idaho. It’s so great and can be so relaxing and simple. Also where do you live with all those woods it’s gorgeous! I live in Georgia so I love the woods!!
Patty
What an inspiration- can’t wait to see how you progress ?
Judy
Lisa, I am new to your blog but really do enjoy it. I am so excited about your new place. Congratulations!
Lily
Congratulations! It’s so beautiful and I can’t wait to see all the projects you have planned.
Christina
I’m so happy and excited for you …. this property is spectacular…. I look forward to watching your renovations.
Dori
So happy for you and your family! What a beautiful home! Thank you for sharing!
Karen
Sweeeet!! I will be watching you from time to time…..a born fixer upper here….Painter’s daughter of 5 girls and 3 boys!!!……Blessings!!!
Pamela
I am so happy to hear you want to restore the house and are ignoring trends. Beautiful old homes deserve such respect. Trends come and go but the charm and beauty in these old homes is timeless.
Susan
I know you will make many memories at your new farmhouse. Looks like you are up on a hill, that’s great to be a a higher elevation. I can see some tire swings on those great big trees for the kids. Your kids are going to love growing up in the country!
Love all the details and trim in your house. Can’t wait to see your restorations.
Congratulations!!!
SHARON LARTER
I love, love, love everything about this property. Not sure if you ever heard of Anne of Green Gables that is set here in Prince Edward Island, Canada but your house reminds me of Green Gables. I can’t wait to see what you’ll do and I love the cabins. So exciting.
Maria Rhodes
I love the house and property, thank you for sharing. I can’t wait to see how you design your new home. It’s my dream to move out to the country just like this, once we fix up our place and save up the money. Congratulations, this is very encouraging.
Anna
Wow! Just wow!
I’m without words and feeling envious.
I look forward to following your journey.
Congratulations on your new home.
Shelly
Just perfect! I would be itchin’ to get my hands on those cottages, even though I should be focusing on the house! Please tell us the girls get one for their own! I always wanted a little house, but used refrigerator boxes instead when I was a little girl. I now have a little place by our pond.
I am so happy for all of you, and having a house paid in full, you are doing it right and smartly!
Blessings
Dana ONeal
Beautiful place. Can’t wait to see what you do to it.
Angie Ebersole
What a wonderful property! I am looking forward to watching you fix it up. I LOVE old homes and you have found a beauty. Those antiques you bought will look perfect in the home you create. God Bless you and your family in this new adventure.
Tammie Sokoloff
How many acres do you have.
Take care,
Tammie.
Jolene
Excited for your family. Enjoying the blog tutorial
Robin Marzzarella
May God bless you in your new home, Lisa! We have a 1784 Pre-Civil War log farmhouse with a hen house, well house and barns and love it! We have chickens and turkeys that free range! Nothing like having a little farm with children and farm life. You will have a blast! Enjoy sweetheart and I wish you all of God’s best!
Lisa
So friggin cool!
Lorna
What an incredible journey you’re on. Can’t wait to see what you create with your new abode. Congratulations ???
Samantha
Love it Lisa gorgeous congrats! Is there no wood fireplace in the main house?
Lisa
Not yet!
Kim
Congratulations! Absolutely love your new home! It’s my idea of Heaven in earth! So much history and potential! I’m so jealous right now and can’t wait to see what u do with this beautiful home!
Laura Nalker
I love it! Especially those stairs, the design elements are just so awesome! The cottages are so cute! I would turn one of them into a quilt studio. I can see why you fell in love with it and I can’t wait to see what you do with it!
Annie
Hi Lisa,
Congratulations on your new farmstead !!!
Everything is so amazing and full of potential I know your mind must be swirling with ideas. I noticed all the wonderful antique furniture, baskets and crocks, too. What a bonus !!
Interestingly, I have a butter churn similar to the one in your picture. Mine has the stamp Marshall Pottery, from Marshall Tx. Is yours stamped the same?
I can’t wait to read and view your upcoming posts, they’re going to be fabulous.
Best wishes for a stress free unpack/move in.
Annie
kitty claus
Wow. This is impressive. I have to agree the barn and the little cottages are exceptional and I’m very interested in what you do with those! You guys are amazing what you can accomplish. Again for young people, you have it together, girl.
Cryatal
Love love your new home! Can’t wait to see all you do to renovate. You inspire me, thank you!!!
Karen
I love the new Farmhouse and can’t wait to see what to do to it to make it your home. I am so excited for you!!
Suzanne G
Dear Lisa,
My “baby” sister’s name was Lisa also and in some ways you remind me of her, She was practical, kind, goal-oriented, petite and sensible like you. But she would not have liked your new home. I, on the other hand, LOVE it and would have moved mountains to buy it had I been in your shoes! Those wide baseboards and trims, the large windows, high ceilings and hardwood floors are exquisite. The porches, the steps; everything about that house speaks to me. It’s charming and welcoming.
I grew up in a craftsman style home which had many features similar to your first farmhouse. It was a wonderful place and I wish we still owned it (oh well, that’s life.) I’ve now lived in Eastern Pennsylvania for 45 years and love it because the area is full of gorgeous old architecture, some of it older than the country! You’ll mostly find more stonework here than wood frame homes but I believe that’s because stone was so readily available. Some of these houses have walls at least 2 feet thick and small doors because I believe people were smaller in the 16 and 1700’s. In the very oldest homes you’ll often find massive fireplaces that served for warmth and cooking, having huge pot rails and “beehive” ovens snugged up next to the firepit so the heat would bake breads and pies. You’d find tiny circular staircases to the 2nd floor that anyone over 5’5″ would have to almost bend over double to climb! And I have yet to figure out how they got bed frames to the second floor, they must have built them in place.
I love the idea that you want to bring your new home back to its former glory – that will be gorgeous! I hope the process of making it your own is satisfying and fun! May you spend many happy years there with your beautiful family. God bless.
emma
I am so happy for you and look forward to each new blog! You guys are amazing!
Debbie
just so happy for you and your family, Your new home is beautiful. i just can’t wait to see the transformation of you making this house a home. Enjoy every step of the journey …….
Debra
I am so incredibly excited for yall! What a beautiful home you have to make even more amazing memories. I can not wait to see what yall do with this place. I know it will be amazing! Congratulations! Xo
MK
Gorgeous! It is so refreshing to see someone your age who embraces the almost-lost art of sewing. And even more so, it is so great to see someone your age who sees the importance of and is following thru with paying cash and being debt free. On another note, will you have chickens on your new property? Best of luck in your new place!!!!
Kim
BEAUTIFUL. The land, the house, the barn, the cottages, all of it! ? So excited for you and your family. Can’t wait to see what you do!
Joy
Can’t wait to see your families journey in your new home!! God bless you all!
Tina
SO happy for you, you are just beaming with gratitude and peace! A little jealous, too! What a dream.♥️
Linda
I’m new to your blog, but I’m excited to see more. Thank you for sharing your journey. We have 30 acres and built our farmhouse almost 30 years ago now. How many acres do you have? I love the barn too. My guess on the double windows are like storm windows keeping the cold air out maybe? But then again I don’t know where you are located so I’m not sure of the weather. Thanks Linda
Laura
I’m so excited for you all! I look forward to seeing all of the progress you make. After watching your video I can see why you fell in love with it! It has so much charm and character!
Tonita
Nice farmhouse and lots of work ahead of you. I bought a tiny 570′ farmhouse and know it took quite some time to get it how i wanted it. Can’t imagine the work a big farmhouse takes but sure it will be lovely once you personalize it.
Tonita @ http://www.ShabbyChicTinyRetreat.blogspot.com
Heidi
Fabulous!!! I smiled with happiness for you the whole video!
Sharon
What a great place for your family to grow up in!! Congrats on this beautiful new adventure!!
Kris
Congrats on the new house and all that is your new journey! Can’t wait to follow along!
Elizabeth
How many acres is your new farm?
Katie
LOVE it! Cannot wait to see what y’all do with it 🙂
Christiana
So beautiful! I grew up visiting my grandparents on an old plantation home in SC, and it was such a fascinating place! My memories of those visits hold a very special place in my heart! I commend you and your family for endeavoring to preserve old American culture and heritage, such a great way to allocate your time and resources! I have no doubt you will enjoy every moment of this and build great memories for your family along the way. Best wishes for all of you!!!
April
LOVE THIS! We moved almost two years ago to our little homestead and immediately started with chickens. They are so easy and fun to care for and kids can easily help out with them! You don’t even need a fancy coop if you’re free ranging, just somewhere safe for them to roost at night (when they’re grown, of course). I can’t wait to see what you do to the house, although I think it’s in beautiful shape now! I would totally hire out the painting (if it’s monetarily feasible). I’ve painted three entire house interiors and I hope to god I never have to do it agian XD. GOOD LUCK! Again, can’t wait to see what this move has in store for you and your family!
Christie
Awesome! I love your new farm house. Its HUGE!! Great for your kiddos. One thing I wanted to mention because me and my husband want to do more of the “homestead” thing too. We currently just have bees and chickens….but I did get a book that someone I know wrote called Frugal Homesteader by John Moody. I would recommend it because we are learning SO MUCH about doing things on the cheap with livestock, gardening, etc. Its been helpful so just passing on that info. Love your blog and your new house. Blessings
Rebecca Smith
I was a kitchen designer for years. If you want some ideas, PM me. I have chickens and a dairy cow but I would, respectfully suggest you wait a while on the cow. Join the FB page Keeping the Family Cow and learn, learn, learn. I do have a registered Jersey heifer that will have her first calf in the fall. I’m in MO too and we will be selling her after she is trained to milk and bred for another calf. She is the most darling little girl ever. Her name is Violet. Let me know if you want a picture. She should be ready about the time you are over the stress of moving in. We are retired and reducing our workload but don’t want this little lady, that was born on our farm, to go to just anyone. Good luck with your renovation and keep the pictures coming.
Nuri Adams-Davies
I’ve put comments on your video already (as Elizabeth Davies – Elizabeth is my first name!) but was also wondering … since you don’t live on Boone Street anymore, will you still be ‘Farmhouse on *Boone*’?
Also – you’ve answered this before but I don’t remember which video it’s in, what kind of camcorder do you use for filming outdoor videos, such as the video at the park and both of the house tours?
Much obliged!
Nuri
Lisa
Hi Nuri! I use my Sony RX100 MarkV for the vlog style videos. We aren’t going to change the blog name. 🙂
Michelle
Hi Lisa! I am so excited to see how you and your family transform your house and property to fit you. My husband and took the plunge in 2014 and have never looked back. You have a beautiful house and piece of property with so much potential. I also have some information I am working on getting to you regarding your new puppy. This information was so helpful during the first two years of raising our Anatolian. Looking forward to more posts as your transformation begins!
Lisa
Thanks so much for that Michelle!
Tricia
What an amazing find! I’m so happy and excited for you!
Michelle Dehart
Oh Lisa, how I envy u. Love love ur place n the property. The house is fantastic with the old doors with old knobs. Windows r so big with beautiful trim also ur base boards r nice n tall. Love all of this. Yes I am in envy mode. I’ve alwYs wanted what u have today but it’s hard to find on the west central side of Florida n at my age of 68 it’s a little to late. But that’s ok I love my antiques n farm house style so I’ll do what I can in my own little house. Besides I can follow along with u n ur family n feel like I’m thee. Thank u so much Lisa for sharing ur dream with all of us viewers. U r a super beautiful lady . Never change who y r. Looking forward to watching ur dreams unfold. ♥️
Lisa
Thanks so much Michelle! I bet you’re enjoying beautiful weather down there in Florida, though. 🙂
Nancy Paton
I’m so excited for you and your family. I am really looking forward to following all the great things you do with your new home ????
Lisa
Thanks so much for following along, Nancy!
Sophia
Lisa & family,
SO excited for you all! What a wonderdul new chapter in your adventure! Can’t wait to see the transformations! Its a fantastic property! Wishing you all the best in your new home. ~ S.
Jill
Congratulations! I am so excited to follow along on your journey.
Karen
What a dream! Your kids will love the freedom of exploring and discovering nature and all from your own home! What a beautiful journey!
Carla
It’s beautiful, and I’m so happy for you! Can’t wait to follow along as your dream for your new home comes to fruition!
Susie HAGEN
Love your enthusiasm for what you do in love.
You are an inspiration and encouragement.
Carol Wilson
Congratulations!
Brenda
Hi Lisa! What color did you use on the wall and trim in the boys room? Looks great!
Rebecca
Brand new to your blog and I’m very excited to watch the beauty unfold! Good luck and happy DIY-ing!
Michelle Johnston
Oh my, what a wonderful place, so many possibilities. We did the exact same thing 3 years ago. I thought it would kill me. But it was all worth it. I can’t wait to see what you with the place.
Jenni
Hey Lisa! I just started following your blog and am so happy to see that you’ve found some land with a house! The cottages are awesome! What an amazing find.
Lisa
Thanks for following a long!
Michelle
Lisa, I haven’t seen any of ur new news on my emails. R u still doing ur videos. I miss seeing u n ur family also ur wonderful ideas. Anxious to see what u’ve done to the new farm house. U had mentioned u were going to change ur design some. Looking forward to see u again. ♥️ Michelle
Ann
CONGRATULATIONS . Wow Lisa and Luke ye are a great team.You have done an amazing job on your home stead. I love every thing about yer life I look forward to the blogs and seeing how your all getting on Regards
Dina
Omg you envy you so much, you found such a beautiful house…I was getting goosebumps watching your video.