Shocking Discovery in our ABANDONED ESTATE | Cottage Bedroom Renovation & DIY Tips | My Tiny Estate

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Published 2024-04-16

Oh, the unfolding drama of reviving an abandoned estate; stripped of its charm through decades of neglect! We’re restoring the first bedroom of the Dower House, and as always, nothing goes according to plan. Our spirits soar when we uncover an enchanting old fireplace concealed behind a wall, only to discover that the chimney leaks and it rains indoors now. And just when we thought upgrading to heated floors might save on the exorbitant heating bills -- the antiquated bathroom plumbing explodes in Dean’s face; proving that restoring an old house can be a crappy endeavor. Literally!

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All Comments (21)

@dont0want0a0username 3 months ago

Absolutely love the Caretakers Cottage! Your eye(s) for detail is/are amazing. Well done both of you. Also 10/10 for this video.
@CatherineH.-gf7mm 3 months ago

You're work is exceptional. I admire the great care you take with your properties. And you are both entertaining, educational, and enjoyable. How alliterative! :0. Love from, Texas
@liljellybean14 3 months ago

I can’t understand why anyone would want to cover a fireplace. They are such a beautiful feature to the room! All those tall ceilings too 😍
@lauriecarpenter2902 3 months ago

Love, love, love the Terra cotta tiles. Borja is so patient. That’s why your results are so beautiful.
@aussieanne6812 21 days ago

My reno guy found a smoke detector that is fitted into the ceiling so it’s flush with the ceiling - amazing! I’m sure Australia isn’t the only country that has them. Love your colour choices and Borja’s dancing 🕺🦘
@margaretring3120 3 months ago

Love the fireplace. It’s gorgeous. So happy you rediscovered it.💕
@janestanton1064 3 months ago

You’re doing an amazing job well done 👍
@sansone12 2 months ago

I could listen to Borja say "filthy" all day long.
@richardsmall8122 3 months ago

Look forward to my Tuesday fix. This was a good Tuesday.
@user-deborahp 3 months ago

Perfection again. Love that you leave the patination on the original structural timbers and bricks and that you aren’t patching them within an inch of their life (😂😂😂). Amazing.
@wwh484 3 months ago

You are the highlight of my Tuesdays! Thanks for the entertainment and inspiration. (If you can do all this work on your properties, I can at least...frame a picture?) Also, Dean, always put on your seat belt before you start your car in motion. Safety first!😄
@kimsheather3745 2 months ago

What talented people and a beautiful couple! Thank you for sharing, I could watch you two transform that stunning property for days
@DrapersDoingRenos 3 months ago

Obsessed with that tub skirt with legs!!! Here in Canada I do not seal my marble, we are supposed to but mine looks fine :)
@frankbriley4706 1 month ago

Dennis from Dallas here again. Outstanding job y’all.
@penny6933 3 months ago

Love this adventure you’re on, so inspirational
@shonashanks9953 3 months ago

Gorgeous design and so patient for such a mammoth project ❤ love how authentic you guys are 🎉
@clarebowers4060 3 months ago

As usual guys, a great update to your beautiful estate… Borja, please wear a mask and or face protection when spraying acid.. you could ruin that wonderful 80’s look 😉. See you both next week xxx
@GinnyLeadley 3 months ago

Fabulous - love your explanations about how and why you're doing something a particular way. So informative and inspirational - thank you XX
@jjmjam2749 yesterday

Amazing energy and attention to detail!
@dominikfranzen8247 3 months ago

Ross und ich wir lieben euch ❤❤, großartig, bitte macht mit diesem Elan und Passion weiter so ❤❤, alles liebe von der Mosel ❤❤