WE BOUGHT THIS ABANDONED VICTORIAN HOUSE IN NATCHEZ, MISSISSIPPI
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2 жыл бұрынWe went to Natchez, Mississippi for vacation and found the perfect souvenir! We found an abandoned Victorian home to add to our Restoration projects.
This beautiful 1900 Victorian has been vacant for 10 years. We weren’t even looking for another DIY project house, but this beauty was too good to pass up.
Located in one of the loveliest towns in the South, once we are finished renovating (rehabilitating) this home she will be for sale. She’ll make a great single family home, or airBNB in this beautiful tourist vacation town.
One block from the 100 foot bluff overlooking the Mighty Mississippi, and one block from the downtown bandstand, you can walk to all Natchez has to offer. You won’t believe the sunsets over the river, and the views of the Annual Balloon Festival Hosted by the Historic Natchez Foundation from your front porch!
Join us over the coming months as we restore the historic home to her former glory!
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@QueenCityHistory 2 жыл бұрын
The doorbell was on the back door because it was a “delivery” space. Many old houses..like mine.. backed to an alley way. The ice man, milk man some areas you had the fishmonger/butcher would make deliveries by driving up the alley and ringing the back door bell. I had an old house that had a back door bell and right next to it was a built in ice box.
@Tiffany-vj1tv 2 жыл бұрын
Exactly 😊
@saraa3418 2 жыл бұрын
I was going to say this! In old fashioned homes it was also the case that they might not use the front door unless people were being married or buried. My husband's family used to come and go from the backdoors of both my mother-in-law's and grandmother-in-laws homes. In fact that whole side of the family would've been very put out if someone had come and knocked on the front door.
@Blue-rl5dp 2 жыл бұрын
In fact, it was rude for children, trades people or shop deliveries to come to the front door. I was born in the early 1950's and it was still the rule as a kid, unless I was with my mother or dad I went to back doors to knock for my friends or with a note to the lady from my mom. Only "proper" guests came to the front. (Notes were sometimes sent to neighbors via kids because a lot of people still didn't have phones in the 50's. Maybe half the kids I knew didn't have phones at home and if they did, they were party lines where 2 or more homes shared a phone line.)
@samanthab1923 2 жыл бұрын
Blue My parents bought 2 brand new homes in the 60s & 70's & we never used the front doors. Always had a backdoor that led to the kitchen or came in thru the garage. It's funny too because we had one of those Nu-Tone intercoms at the front 😆
@icemancometh8679 2 жыл бұрын
Tell us more about your built-in icebox. I seen a Grand house once that was like a mansion it had a Carriage Way and then a place for them to deliver a big block of ice to go into a icebox to the house-later it became a broom closet - a big broom closet.
@deborahmatatall 2 жыл бұрын
What a charming house. I love that all the fireplace mantels are still intact. I’m excited to follow the journey of this house back to health. I love your channel!🌸
@karenstanislaw8912 2 жыл бұрын
"Pearl" is a dynamite name for both a person and a house. She's gorgeous. Love the asymmetric configuration to the rooms - almost "rounded." Pearl "moves" well, *tiles wonderful , that entry way, again, rounded/special. Enjoy her.
@sandyjuntunen4088 2 жыл бұрын
Nobody who loves old homes could resist this one. One feature more wonderful than the one before. Lights, tile, doors, fireplace mantels, transoms... I enjoy your tours much more than others, often I stop watching others bc they move too fast, show their face more than the rooms, or skip interesting features. I don't mean to be unkind, but the background music is distracting, you truly don't need it. Nobody will be bored listening to you and seeing this lovely channel. I love how you love these treasures of history.
@amymahers2957 2 жыл бұрын
Having had 3 boys I am in love with the bedroom dart board door! It’s things like that which bring life to a home. I so appreciate you keeping that door! You are bound to find many other things that make Pearl the “Pearl of Natchez”. Carry on…we can hardly wait to see what you do. Thank you for loving Pearl. Someone else did in times gone by.
@Sunshine-ot5kx Жыл бұрын
Thank you SOOOOO MUCH for buying a house in Natchez!!! It is such a pleasure to have y'all here!!
@OurRestorationNation Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@justasmalltowngirl_lynne5089 2 жыл бұрын
Oh gosh‼️‼️‼️. I was born in Natchez MS❤️. Married a yankee 😉. And have lived Iowa for a long long time…but my southern ❤️ is still in the South..especially in Natchez❤️ Would LOVE LOVE LOVE to move back & make Pearl our home 🏡…Can’t wait to see all you do to bring this beautiful lady back to life❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@marionlesage4794 2 жыл бұрын
What a treasure house! ❤️❤️❤️ The colors of the glazed tiles are so lovely, and that old range in the kitchen... wow! That has seen some serious southern fried chicken dinners no doubt. The whole house is full of charm and I can see why it only took you two minutes to fall in love. I look forward to seeing what you do to restore her glory.
@aliciawhite5102 2 жыл бұрын
I’m from Natchez and have driven by this house many a time! Good luck restoring this beauty!
@p.mckenzie2921 2 жыл бұрын
Pearl was lovely. That lovely stove and all the door knobs. And my husband said that a man needs away into the bathroom specially if he has girls in the household he needs a little privacy if that helps. The tiles in the fireplace are gorgeous the blue is wonderful. Can’t wait to see the progress have a good day.🥰🏡🏘
@anetzband1383 2 жыл бұрын
I just want you to know that you are giving me such joy in watching your videos as I sit in my rural house in my old age, not wanting to go out much because of covid. THANK you, and I'll love watching the transformation vicariously.
@kerrykuzak4516 2 жыл бұрын
Everything about your channel is interesting---the homes you choose to restore; your informative history/details about the houses; your creative presentations and plans for the homes; yours and your husband's teamwork/good nature... Watching Our Restoration Nation brings a smile to my face---thank you!!
@OurRestorationNation 2 жыл бұрын
What a great compliment! Thank you Kerry. And thanks for watching.
@kristinacleveland1805 2 жыл бұрын
Love her! I would tuck the washer and dryer into the catering nook and make the back porch into a quiet space to enjoy the views of the back yard...or a mud room. I think the door bell was on the back door because that's where her catering customers came to get their purchases. I would absolutely make that back sleeping porch into an ensuite. The light in there is fantastic. There you go...all my opinions in one comment lol Much love from Nova Scotia!!
@virginiasoskin9082 2 жыл бұрын
yeah it would make a great mudroom. In my grandparents' old Queen Anne home, razed decades ago, there was a tiny back porch with windows. The morning sun flooded it and my grandfather had an easy chair in there where he would read his newspapers and relax. I so remember that amazing home in my mind. There was the same type of crank doorbell on the side door of the wrap around front porch -- we kids would ring it and run away. Disturbing the adults with its horrendously loud clanging. What I could have done with that house to restore it. I often imagine what I would do if it were mine.
@janetsways4176 2 жыл бұрын
What a darling gem Pearl is! My heart was just thumping away with delight as you walked through this charming home. I’m a little jealous… not gonna lie! I can’t wait to see her transformation!
@Halonola504 2 жыл бұрын
I grew up in Natchez, moved away and I moved back and I know very well the sweet family who used to live in this home. It turns out one of rhe boys who threw the darts in the closet door just happened to be one of my brothers very best friends. We went to the same church and have known them and that house my whole life. I can’t wait to see how y’all update this beautiful home, and I’m glad you are keeping the footprint and the dart holes in rhe dloset. A lot of love happened in that home and whoever ends up living there I’m sure will feel it all around them.
@helen1962 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad I found your channel! I love how you keep the original floor plan but make the space accommodating to modern needs. Beautiful home, what a find!
@joannewall5499 2 жыл бұрын
She a little gem, so many beautiful features xxx
@kristinadavis5515 2 жыл бұрын
She is lovely, what a gem!!
@barbarabell6805 2 жыл бұрын
You had me at boxhead window and uranium glass! How fab to have both in one house. I collect uranium glass and that dining room fixture is unique and quite spectacular. I don't collect boxhead windows but really need to start! One of the things I loved most in our dear departed Louise!
@carlmclelland7624 2 жыл бұрын
Laine, this house would be perfect for a - let me call them - "Beginner restorer." There's lot's to do, but the majority of the pieces are there, and I didn't see any major mechanical issues that disrupt a restorer. Since you and Kevin bought the house, I can rest assured it'll be properly restored.
@sharonjackson9994 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my gosh Pearl is a lot like my own home. We have 5 fireplaces and most have the original mantels etc. Can't wait to see what you do with her. I am struggling with the tile colors around my fireplace boxes also!! Love your videos!
@catherineengle4196 2 жыл бұрын
Ok...I am so jealous right now! Yall score some of the most beautiful old ladies....this house is totally precious! God bless
@emilyd.4716 2 жыл бұрын
I love her! She's so cozy and charming.
@magatow1906 Жыл бұрын
My classmate in elementary school grew up in that house and I visited a few times. Nice house. I'm glad to see it will be in good hands.
@gypsy1588 2 жыл бұрын
OMG, what a treasure. The name Pearl fits her perfectly.
@dia9491 2 жыл бұрын
That house is gorgeous!!! Those windows!!!! So beautiful!
@barbaranance3838 2 жыл бұрын
She is lovely ! Where to begin .... A house that you want to hug .
@markhopple 2 жыл бұрын
I love the vintage banker's desk chairs in the entryway.
@patriciapage9950 2 жыл бұрын
I got teary eyed in the entry! Such a beautiful little home to restore. Sometimes an accidental meeting brings beauty. She is still in amazing condition and am looking forward to Pearl's journey back to perfection. Fireplaces and wallpaper, what a find.
@sherryporter8647 2 жыл бұрын
You are living my dream. 🥰How I love old homes. 💕
@carexomuchh 2 жыл бұрын
Gorgeous!! Can’t wait to see more videos w/ Pearl✨
@Susan.I 2 жыл бұрын
What a darling house Pearl is! I can’t wait to see it renovated!
@gailsprangers9388 2 жыл бұрын
I love this house. My choice for the bathrooms is to close the existing bathroom from the bedroom and make it the community bathroom and make the backroom the master bathroom. The backroom doesn't have the nice details of the other bedrooms so it wouldn't make me feel like the character of the house was being demolished. The laundry should be seperate from the bathroom somehow though. Nothing says yuck more than a laundry room in the bathroom. Please keep the pantry. Everyone should have a pantry. The island makes the kitchen seem smaller than it is though. I love a big open kitchen with counters along a couple of the walls and a table to gather with family in the middle. I would buy that house in a minute it's so nice and all on one floor. Perfect for my retired age😊
@lorenstribling6096 2 жыл бұрын
Could that back room be redone as a master bath and walk in closet? Not sure about the size.
@jeffplawrentz269 2 жыл бұрын
That house is a jewel! I'm so happy you all were able to acquire it. It could not have come into more capable hands. Looking forward to more vlogs on Pearl!
@beckyjones6956 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful little Pearl! Love this home and just right for an empty nester family. One floor and full of charm.
@barbaraness4507 2 жыл бұрын
Any touch of Eastlake added to a home is great by me!
@deborahmatatall 2 жыл бұрын
Another house!🤗 I’m so excited to see it!🥰🥳🤗
@kimberlyperrotis8962 2 жыл бұрын
At least you have the original china cabinet. Mine was removed a decade before I bought the house, to make an unnecessary doorway, the original doorway is right next to it! It was a pass-through type with shelves open to the kitchen on one side, and the dining room on the other, a great idea! I’m hoping to find a same-era unit that fits and restore it someday. Some of the house’s beautiful doors were cut up for paint shelves, too, sad. My restoration was going great until our local Victorian millwork shop, called Victoriana, in San Francisco suddenly shut down. Now that most people have had their fill of Mid-Century Modern, and open-plans, these last 20 years, I think traditional-style homes will become popular again.
@nikkikoz4720 2 жыл бұрын
Oh those fireplaces are so fantastic
@jantrewitt4058 2 жыл бұрын
WOW, can't believe you bought another house to renovate when you are in the middle of another!! More power to you!
@reconstructingleslie4597 Жыл бұрын
Love that y’all restored a home in Natchez! I live in south Mississippi ❤❤❤
@alicechown1519 2 жыл бұрын
She feels like a happy house! Thank you for showing us around, it will be a treat to see her shine again. (Would you consider turning off the background music in your videos when you are speaking, please? It makes it hard for those of us with hearing issues to understand you.)
@Avotts 2 жыл бұрын
As a native MS I loved this.
@thislittlelandy7817 2 жыл бұрын
Wait, who Would dislike this? This is just nothing but good vibes!! I wanna come visit your homes now in the south.. never been to the south but to New Orleans! You’re making me wanna buy a little cute cottage now!
@kellymcfadden7514 2 жыл бұрын
Love all the beautiful fireplaces! Crazy that they covered the tops of the transom doors.
@danab2949 2 жыл бұрын
I’m dying over those blue glass tiles 😍
@tiredofit4761 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. I grew up in an old house and I treasure the memories. Keep sharing your experiences.
@WidowofSocTrangTiger 2 жыл бұрын
🔷What a gem🔷 That light is gorgeous. That window! Those fireplaces! Stunning.
@stacykelly9962 2 жыл бұрын
Congratulations! Pearl was my grandmother’s middle name. While staying with my grandparents one summer, I walked into the kitchen seeing my giant grandfather hugging grandma when he smelled the wonderful supper she was making. He said “ Beulah Pearl, you’ve made my favorite supper again. What a lucky man I am!” Her small frame stood over her little stove, stirring the fresh green beans with ham & onions and said what I remember her always saying when he interrupted her well orchestrated cooking; “ Oh Sid, stop. This kitchen isn’t big enough for the two of us while I’m cooking.” Wonderful memories.😊
@A_197_THE_REBOUNDER 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful home. Ms. Pearl is just that a precious Pearl.
@simplymeconnie4003 2 жыл бұрын
Pearl is stunning! Absolutely beautiful!
@Bre1002. 2 жыл бұрын
Love this house love this channel! I live in Biloxi and I love these old homes!
@potterkelly487 2 жыл бұрын
This cutie has so many great features, excited for what is to come! 🇨🇦❤️
@ShellTramaine 2 жыл бұрын
POCKET DOOOOORRRRS! yes!
@cassieb1860 2 жыл бұрын
Holy cow! Every room has many treasures! I absolutely LOVE that sofa and chair in the front room. I hope you can negotiate for those lovely antique furnishings.
@alissastephens-delgado8024 2 жыл бұрын
This house is very nice and I love the fireplaces, they are quite lovely.
@clarkclarke 2 жыл бұрын
I love all the antique furniture you find ... aaaaaawwwww...💞
@what1dreamt 2 жыл бұрын
Loved the green tile and the tile in the master bedroom. Gorgeous!!
@ericscott5224 2 жыл бұрын
I love the houses you find and renovate.
@lindaleslie5634 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful!! I can’t wait to see her transformation!
@kfahlskog 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! Love, love all the details, especially the tiles.
@Jeff_Reed 2 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see more of Pearl! I love all of those tile surrounds, very beautiful. I enjoyed the tour Laine and Kevin!
@adriennefoote1775 2 жыл бұрын
What a darling home! It’s going to be absolutely stunning once y’all fix it up, can’t wait to see it!
@KentuckyGirl 2 жыл бұрын
I also love the transom windows.🥰 I think they should be brought back in vogue because they're energy efficient and create good air flow. 🏡
@pamelaevans6485 2 жыл бұрын
So excited to follow this adventure with you. Gorgeous home, love Natchez.
@pamhutzell8268 2 жыл бұрын
I want every day for a video, love you's!
@SuzesCarnivoreLifeAfterBypass 2 жыл бұрын
She's gorgeous! I love her name! Can't wait to follow along on her progress with y'all. 💖💜💖
@elizabethmorris8639 2 жыл бұрын
She's wonderful!!! Can't wait to see the progress 😊
@bethmann3283 2 жыл бұрын
Such an adorable home!!! I love it so much and even love the stories more ❤
@lindamasson8799 2 жыл бұрын
I just love this house can not wait to see what you and Kevin do with it.
@charliecat5686 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness! I love this home! The stories that you have uncovered is amazing.!!! I wish I could !!!
@Susan.I 2 жыл бұрын
The fireplaces are beautiful!!
@ruthannwatkins3914 2 жыл бұрын
What a pretty little gem . Cannot wait to see what you have in store for her .
@briannaoduinn8902 2 жыл бұрын
What a terrific find! I know you'll really enjoy going through all the things left behind and you'll find many treasures. Can't wait to go on this journey with you!
@sharonmohon3275 2 жыл бұрын
I just love this house…so cozy and warm. I even love all the furniture, not to mention the ceiling lighting. This is a true find!
@jennifercollins2592 2 жыл бұрын
Lovely! My mind is buzzing with possibilities for the layout. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
@nanasewdear 2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful gem that hasn't been remuddled! I am in love with that kitchen space and green with envy over those summer fireplace covers. Can't wait to follow your progress!
@maryappold1023 2 жыл бұрын
Adorable! So many great details. What a fun project. Love the back room with the current laundry set up. Cute little sitting nook/greenhousey feel.
@maggiesue4825 2 жыл бұрын
The house my father was born in and I grew up in was built in 1917. The woodwork had been painted several times. We tried stripping it, but the original green paint had bled into the grain of the woodwork, so unfortunately, it had to be re-painted. The house, FYI, had a mantle almost exactly like the one in the dining room. Can't wait to see Pearl all spruced up!!
@chickiedee64 2 жыл бұрын
A charming house with a spectacular view. Congratulations.
@diannebernau3293 2 жыл бұрын
G’day Laine, from Down Under. I love everything about Pearl and could see myself living there. The window treatments are so cute and the wallpaper adds charm to each room. There are so many gorgeous features, where do you start? I can understand why you just had to have her and look forward to following your progress as you bring her back to life again. Thank you for the tour. Take care and stay safe 😘💕🇦🇺.
@melmcd100 2 жыл бұрын
I find myself hitting the “like” button the moment I begin to watch any videos you make because I just know it will be wonderful and inspiring! Can’t wait to see how this beautiful home will shine again once she has received your magic touch!
@melissanielsen8215 2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for sharing this house .it brought tears to my eyes to see how well maintained to it period .love love love
@loisfolk5492 2 жыл бұрын
You do such a marvelous enthusiastic walk-through. That house is fantastic. Can’t wait to see what you do with it✌️🖖
@Jeannified 2 жыл бұрын
What an absolute gem!!! You guys are so lucky! WOW!!! Just beautiful! I know it is going to be stunning when you are finished restoring it, too!
@sallygreiner5724 2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful little jewel box of a house! I can see why you wanted to buy it. I can't wait to see how you restore it.
@carrieowens4907 2 жыл бұрын
I'm really looking forward to watching this renovation!!! Especially how you work with an unfitted Victoria kitchen!!! Love Pearl!!!!
@debgraves1201 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Can’t wait to see what you do!
@lindafarella220 2 жыл бұрын
This little house is so cute! Can't wait to see what she looks like when you finish the restoration!
@lowentx 2 жыл бұрын
So charming! Love the kitchen and pantry. Can't wait to see what you do with Pearl!!!
@Cheesybiscuit404 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my goodness! I was so excited to see the chandelier and all her beautiful features and Ms. Pearl did not disappoint. That opening shot of the exterior alone had my heart immediately
@AntaresSelket 2 жыл бұрын
I love the tiles on the fireplaces, and the large kitchen pantry. I can't wait to see what you do with this house, especially the kitchen. I've seen floor plans for Victorian houses that go from room to room without hallways, but this is the first time I've seen a house tour with a house like this. I'm so excited to see what you can do to it.
@edithd4613 2 жыл бұрын
Can't love that enough! So excited to see y'all makeover Pearl to get rid of those wretched darkspots and restored her luster! Our home in Memphis for 14 years was near the Mississippi and I never got tired of the heart melting sunsets over the Riv! Great driftwood finds too...💟
@sheliahstrube8278 2 жыл бұрын
I agree, Pearl has good vibes! You were genius to purchase! Cannot wait to see her renovation and dressing! Wonderful!
@FlutterliciousLP 2 жыл бұрын
Apart from the gorgeous house and the detailed, knowledgeable tour, I loved how this was shot! Especially interspersing the shots of the rooms with footage from outside or using that as transitional footage made this really easy to watch.
@kellyschroer2114 2 жыл бұрын
Love this “Pearl”! Looking forward to seeing what you do with her! Amazing find! Hopefully the old owner will leave some of the beautiful furniture, absolutely love the high back bed!
@forgottenfurbabies3315 2 жыл бұрын
OMGoodness! That home is absolutely beautiful! I would love it!
@chriscraver4070 2 жыл бұрын
Love the house. Adorable and cozy. Can’t wait to see what you do with it. ❤️
@carlaquartiroli6820 2 жыл бұрын
What lovely home. The light fixture in the dining room, never seen anything like it & it's WOW! The fireplace tiles & mantels are in amazing condition & beautiful. It will be fun to see how you & Kevin rehab this house.
@markellwilliams3594 2 жыл бұрын
Pearl you are just stunning! Thanks for sharing this beautiful home with us and the story of the boys dart 🎯 game Linda. Hoping y’all a blessed week ahead my darlings 👌🏾🙏🏽♥️
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