More disappointing discoveries at my 200 Year Old Irish Cottage & Homestead – Ep. 116
At this point, we’re looking at roughly 4 different trash piles that have been left by previous owners. It’s disheartening as it takes a lot of time to clear these, and also just sad to know nature has been so disturbed by people’s waste. The good news is that I will work hard this Summer clearing all trash out of the land to make it a lovely biodiverse haven. After these discoveries, I went on to repoint more of the master bedroom, trying to get it finished before the builders took over. This was shot about 2 weeks before the builders arrived.
Morrigan’s Cottage is a 200 year old traditional stone cottage set in the west of Ireland on just under 4 acres. Originally this house would have been used by the local farmers, rented from their British landlords. Dated back to at least the early 1800s, someone has been consistently living here and farming this land since then, up until about 4 years ago when the house was left vacant by the previous owners.
Join me as I take on the challenge of cleaning up and restoring this old, abandoned cottage homestead all on my own! As a single woman, I’m turning this overgrown land and neglected cottage into a cozy, livable space. Watch me tackle everything from clearing brush and restoring the garden to cleaning the interior and breathing new life into this forgotten property.
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Used to live in N. Ireland as a teenager. Sure wish England would give those 6 counties back to the Irish Republic!
Sorry! I meant structurally!!
Stuctionally, do you need the hallway between the office and the bathroom or could it be part of the office.
Thanks
Aisling If a t some time you can afford it; hire a jcb plus the driver to clean up the field ,it would save you from trying to get the rubbish sorted,i know. rushes are very hard to get rid Off, but it would be a start.
I just found a brand new channel and wanted to recommend it to you. The Little Old Lady (in France) is worth looking at. She is remarkable at 76 years old moving country and starting a renovation on a sizeable property.
I think most people are good. Iโm sure your neighbors would be glad to help you
Hi there,
the UK does not have Rabbies. However, when we moved back from beautiful Ireland to the UK, all our rescued dogs and cats had to have the rabies jab. ?? I love these videos. Thank you! All the good Ireland cottage renovation videos have pets, which tells you something. Love from the UK x
How are the builders coming with their work? Have they made any progress yet?
Sturdy fencing seems a very important โ firstโ.
It seems about 6 goats would be the best solutionโ a mowed yard kept neat for all time.
Minor detail. The UK doesnโt have rabies which is why theyโre so strict about bringing animals in. Canโt imagine trying to bring my girls back from the US much as Iโd like to.
The pointing looks great.๐ glad the pets made it ok.
Hi Aisling. What a nightmare story for you and your girls. So glad everything worked out OK โค
I can't imagine putting your trust in someone to look after your pets wellbeing on a plane, only to discover they had passed away. I'd be so heartbroken and angry. No wonder you were so stressed about trusting Bannie and Morrigan to their care, thankful they were ok. You've done so well pointing the walls they are looking fabulous. Hope the building work is in progress ๐ค.
Where are the builders
Keep up the good work Aisling what ever the weather it will all come together .
You have a goal and motivation that means a lot ..
I canโt wait to see your Bathroom Done and Iโm sure the workers will fix what they can .
Great you lived in Alberta itโs a Great Place to build a good life .
Sending Love Hugs to You and Baby Morri
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What a nightmare getting your precious girls back to Ireland ๐๐๐ our fur babies are so very precious and now you're all together as a family – the homestead your home and sanctuary together. I hope things are going ok with the builders, this will be a very busy time for you all. Hugs to you Aisling and the babies ๐๐โค๏ธ
Goats and sheep are great animals to have to clear grassy land. Maybe someone would loan you theirs to clean up your land.
orchard cannot be too moist/wet
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Youโre making great progress sweetheart, keep moving the needle in the right direction, pacing yourself and keeping your energy up๐. Sorry you discovered another dump, but it can be added to that long term goal you have for the future. Slow and steady Aisling, youโre a superstar ๐๐๐๐๐
The UK also is rabies free.
Great job!
Maybe one of your neighbors with a tractor and mower will mow for you.