Monday, 27 May 2013

We Bought A House

The search is finally over-we bought a house! Did I once say we were giving up our dreams of farm life?  The right house and location just happens to be on five acres. Bonus! or completely nuts. How could we say no to a little red barn



and kitchen garden?


There is also a chicken coop and pheasant pen. Oh, and a swamp..... I'm hoping it will become my water garden and not a major headache. 

We are at the inspection stage, please keep your fingers crossed for us.
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  1. Rosemary27 May 2013 at 13:19

    Crossing my fingers very tightly for you - it all looks absolutely idyllic.

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    1. Susan27 May 2013 at 16:39

      Thanks, Rosemary. A sense of calm washed over me when I first viewed it. The work involved may take some of the shine off, but for now I'm tingling with excitement.

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  2. Mary Oxendale Spensley27 May 2013 at 14:05

    Put toughnut goldfish into those swamp waters, and you'll manage the mosquito problems. Think of the fabulous plants you can grow in that! Make sure there are no weird issues with water rights that mean your neighbors can object to anything you do with the swamp!

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    1. Susan27 May 2013 at 16:34

      Thxs for the tips Mary. I hadn't thought about water rights. The complexities of rural life in BC is quite the learning experience.

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  3. Kev Alviti27 May 2013 at 14:53

    Looks great! Good luck - 5 acres is what we've got and it's a nice size.

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    1. Susan27 May 2013 at 16:30

      Five acres is a little bit daunting. We intend to develop it slowly. I'll be reading your fruit tree posts closely as there are apple and cherry trees on the property.

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  4. Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe27 May 2013 at 18:36

    I hope everything works out and you get that pretty house and barn. Five acres, wow!!!

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 16:42

      I feel a slight wave of panic when I think of five acres. More than half is still forest and has some nice trails through it.

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  5. My Garden Diaries27 May 2013 at 19:19

    My fingers are crossed for you guys!! Wow is that an outstanding piece of property!! Gorgeous!!!

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 16:45

      Thanks for the finger crossing. I'm getting so anxious it feels like all my internal organs are crossed too.

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  6. dorothy27 May 2013 at 20:00

    Oh, I hope it works out...it looks perfect! I hope you will soon be posting more photos of that lovely place!

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 16:49

      Yes I will Dorothy. We had to jump on a plane about sixteen hours after our offer was accepted and I won't see it again for two weeks. It is beginning to seem unreal.

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  7. Pondside27 May 2013 at 22:37

    Fingers crossed down here for you! It looks lovely!

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 16:57

      Thank you. I never imagined we would find something so lovely.

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  8. Unknown27 May 2013 at 23:51

    How exciting! It looks lovely:)

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 17:00

      Once we move in I'm sure reality will hit and I will feel overwhelmed. Until then I am enjoying being excited.

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  9. charlie b.28 May 2013 at 04:58

    Fingers crossed, and congrats!! Very nice... the house looks like a passive solar design, a good thing in those colder months. : )

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 16:52

      Very observant. It was built with passive solar principles. There is a brick wall in the centre to absorb heat from light coming in through the windows on the south side.

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  10. elaine 28 May 2013 at 05:56

    Wow - it looks amazing - do you want a lodger?

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 17:09

      I think we will need a lodger. We threw caution to the wind and blew the budget.

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  11. Heather28 May 2013 at 06:59

    Absolutely gorgeous... I'd love to have a red barn! Cheers~

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    1. Susan28 May 2013 at 17:13

      I couldn't believe it when we saw the barn. There is a loft too.

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  12. okcamp30 May 2013 at 11:10

    It looks awesome. Even if you're a little stretched for money now, in a few years it will all even out. I can't imagine NOT living on acreage and having privacy. Good luck!
    ~Diane

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    1. Susan31 May 2013 at 09:01

      Thanks for the wise words, Diane. I'm also thinking the extra we paid was what it took to get the barn, meadow etc which of course are the things that make our hearts sing.

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  13. Diane Schuller31 May 2013 at 20:40

    oh Susan, congratulations! I hope the sale goes through. How very exciting.

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    1. Susan1 June 2013 at 18:30

      Thanks Diane. I'm trying to organise the inspections from Calgary. I can't wait to get back.

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  14. Casa Mariposa1 June 2013 at 14:19

    Hooray for you! The search is finally over. :o) Your property looks incredible! Are you going to raise chickens or pheasants?

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    1. Susan1 June 2013 at 18:31

      Maybe chickens. Thinking about a couple of sheep for the meadow.

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  15. Unknown2 June 2013 at 13:45

    Hi Susan! I have been gone a while.(work )As I return I discover you have bought a home. I am envious! 5 acres..kitchen garden..red barn. What a charmer!! I look forward to reading your posts about your new adventure! Congrats!! Dianna

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  16. Beth19 June 2013 at 06:26

    What a beautiful home, Susan! I know you will enjoy your gardens and home and red barn! If I had 5 acres and a barn, horses would be part of the picture for sure!

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