Enfin la MAISON retrouve sa BEAUTÉ D'ORIGINE ! EP 7

Summary

A couple documents the renovation of an old dilapidated mansion in a small French village. They remove overgrown trees, scaffolding, and debris as they stabilize the crumbling structure. The owners recount how they found the rare, affordable mansion, acted quickly to purchase it, and funded the project through selling their apartments, aligned with perfect synchronicity. They hint at future plans while interacting with an imagined audience, expressing gratitude for supportive comments as they slowly but surely restore the historic home.

Takeaways

• 😊 The video shows a couple renovating an old dilapidated house.
• 😮‍💨 They removed a lot of overgrown trees and debris around the property.
• 👷‍♂️ They added support beams to reinforce the collapsing floor inside the house.
• 🏡 They share the story of how they found this house for sale and decided to buy it.
• 💸 The low price for this large manor house was unbelievable to them.
• ⏰ They had to move quickly to purchase it before anyone else did.
• 💡 Selling their own apartments provided the exact funds needed to buy this house.
• 🔨 They discuss priorities for renovations like the roof and crumbling walls.
• 🤔 They acknowledge concerns about financing such a big renovation project.
• 💬 They interact and respond humorously to imagined commenters on the video.

Q & A

How did the couple find out about the mansion they ended up buying?

One evening they were browsing real estate listings on Le Bon Coin and came across the mansion, which was listed at an unusually low price for that type of property. They were skeptical but decided to inquire about it and visit first thing Monday morning.

Why were the couple in a rush to see the mansion?

They were worried that if they didn't act quickly, someone else would buy it. Since the listing was new, they wanted to see it and make an offer before it was sold.

What financing did the couple use to buy the mansion?

They each sold an apartment that they owned. The money from the two apartment sales covered nearly the full purchase price of the mansion, with only a small amount leftover.

How did the couple manage to buy the mansion before other interested parties?

They were very proactive and persistent. They went to see it first thing Monday morning and insisted on touring it immediately rather than waiting to schedule an appointment. They made a full-price offer on the spot before other potential buyers had a chance.

What kind of condition is the mansion in?

Very poor condition. Much of the roof is missing, the floors are caving in, and there is overgrowth everywhere. It will require major renovations.

What are the couple's renovation plans?

In the short term they are focused on safety measures like securing unstable floors and removing the damaged remainder of the roof. Longer term they hope to fully restore it but financing is still uncertain.

What is the couple's background in home renovation?

They previously completed a full renovation of another damaged historic home, which is documented on their YouTube channel. So they have some experience but this mansion is larger than their previous project.

Where is the mansion located?

The exact location is unclear, but based on context clues in the video it seems to be somewhere in the French countryside.

What features attracted the couple to this particular mansion?

They have a desire to own a large historic home like a manor house or chateau, and those types of properties are rare in the countryside within their budget. The size, architecture, and location of this mansion appealed to them.

How are they funding the ongoing renovation?

They mention they have some ideas for financing but can't share details yet. It's unclear if they have secured full funding.