WE FINALLY BOUGHT A DREAM PROPERTY IN TUSCANY & IT WASN'T EASY! EP 255.
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You chose well! The views are stunning. Exciting, congratulations on your new property/home to be! No doubt you'll both put some lovely of your own touches on it. Great fun. Carlo, I'm surprised that you were surprised that there were delays and bureaucracy to deal with! ;-)
Ok this will really seem like a play on words, so you are surprised because I was surprised by the fact that things did not go smoothly, but that was your interpretation, in reality I expected even worse, but not at the beginning, because many things had been hidden from us, on purpose, because it was a rather particular and difficult situation, we understand the fact that it was potentially more difficult to find a buyer, but if they had told us everything from the first moment it would have been easier for us to have the right patience and perseverance, hiding some situations have made us lose trust and patience many times, a situation bordering on acceptable, and sometimes even unpleasant, but it is the result that counts in the end, we wanted the house, we got it, we will just have to wait until end of January!
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Congratulations I had no idea what you’ve been through but thank you for sharing. You’re a trooper for holding back your emotions while filming and explaining to us what’s going on in must’ve taken a lot of energy. No wonder you’re exhausted but it seems like you’ve recovered, although you are disappointed that it’s taken till January. I wouldn’t like that either. It seems like they were holding all the cards.
I understand your in trepidation it’s your first house and almost all your finances that makes it even harder. I hope you covered yourself letting them stay in the house this long but I’m sure your lawyer and the real estate agent worked that out with you and them to your advantage.
Like I mentioned to Fern, it’s important to learn to be willing to walk away from any situation so it doesn’t control you you control it. Trust becomes a big issue especially when one doesn’t know the bureaucracy of a country and it’s in a different Township. Getting back to having yourself in your own power start doing this with little things day in and day out, and when it comes to the big opportunities it will be natural because you’ve been doing it😂 for a while for you have been practicing.🌈💝🇨🇦
Congratulations once again and Enjoy The getting there. Blessings.
Congrats 😊😊
Wonderful news even though there is still some waiting… this is Italy after all! So very, very happy for you both and to watch how this adventure evolves❤❤ also really glad Nicki is feeling a little better, it’s been a long and stressful few months for sure… and Carlo you are so sweet and take such loving care of Nicki❤❤
Bravo! So happy and excited for you. I've been on both sides now of buying and selling in L.A. suburb (California). Buying is waaay more stressful. I pray all continues smoothly and in January 2024 it will conclude with no more hurdles and you all happy AT HOME 🙏😊
Burnout is real and happens to all of us. Dont push yourself too hard to put on a happy face OR to produce videos every single week if you need a break. Your "holidays" haven't even been much of a holiday for you two because you've brought us along and documented the whole journey. Take time if you need it. We love what you guys do. Sending you love love love, Nicki and Carlo!
Great advice, but the algorithms on TH-cam need to be fed frequently or they will stop showing our favorite Italians' posts for a little while. The algorithms seem to be the toughest part of the business.
@@HappyLife693 Their wellbeing and happiness are more important than the algorithm. If you try to live by the algorithm, you might just die by it.
I agree that you don't have to put on a happy face all the time. While many do watch for escapism, we all should know that life just isn't perfect for anyone all the time and cut them some slack.
Anyone who becomes invested in a channel should have some empathy for the issues people will face in daily life.
Exactly, they don’t owe anyone anything
But I’m gathering this is a major part of their livelihood, no? So while they may cut back, they also have to be realistic, I think.
I’m so happy for you two that you’ve found the house you wanted and can drive up to the door and take in your groceries. 😊Carlo won’t know what to do after living as a mountain goat his whole life. 😂
haha....so funny ; )
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Carlo speaking ENGLISH, 1st time I hear him speaking the Queens language❤
Moving house is one of the top three most stressful situations in life, not surprising you felt exhausted. New property looks delightful and just in case you start missing steps you’ve got just enough to keep you fit. The land looks very good, and as you say glorious views, close enough to a town and neighbours but still providing you with privacy. Congratulations 🥳 🎉
Carlo never passes up a chance to have a swim.😊
😂😂😂 Yes smart man
Congratulations folks. I love how supportive Carlo is, and how much he also loves the puppies.
Congratulations! My favorite part of your video this week was Nikki speaking with the realtor! I don’t remember seeing her speak Italian for a full conversation before! Have a good week!
Your determination and persistence paid off! Buying a dream property in Tuscany is a huge achievement, and I'm excited to follow along on your adventure.
I can’t wait for Carlos’s parents to see the property I would love to see his dad’s reaction ❤
Dad might want to swap houses 😂😂
WOOHOO! This is exciting news, love your home with 4 acres of land, close to town, spectacular views, no climbing steps to get to your vehicle, it's *perfection* In the almost 5 years of following you, I've never seen you happier, you're so deserving of this outcome. Who would have thought so many years ago, that this would be occurring!? Are you close or far to Celine?
🎉Congratulations Nicki and Carlo. Much love for you both. xoxoxo
Hi Susan Carlo here, thanks you are right we are both very happy, but Nicki more than me!
Celine is less than an hour away!💕😘👋
That river or creek or water looks like my kind of swimming and a great place to fish!
Congratulations on finally getting the property and more importantly, for weathering the process together. Stress and arguments and frustrations are hard on couples and I’m sure your pups felt it too. Thank you for being candid about your struggle. It’s a real thing. Here’s to enjoying the next few months and the holidays in Positano. January will come soon enough. Blessings to you and the pups. Thanks for sharing the waterfall river. It’s stunning. I love Carlo’s genuine joy when the pup joins him on the ledge. A man who loves dogs is a “keeper”.
I love how you are so honest and open sharing the ups and downs of your life. Thank goodness you have each other to lean on and support. Congratulations on the house- it will be your cozy retreat in a stunning location. Well done, Nikki and Carlo!
Congratulations on winning such a long fraught battle! Having two places of residence should give you some great content for a few years to come. I personally love Tuscany. Seeing more content from that area has gotten me excited. Again, congratulations to both of you!!!
I expect you will experience and embrace the seasonal changes in Tuscany more extremely than the milder weather in Positano. We experience these same changes in the seasons of our own lives and obviously you both are in a season of transition and change. You are courageous, brave and so inspiring. Looking forward to this new adventure ahead and so thrilled to come along for the ride. Congratulations and best wishes to you both! ❤
Huge congratulations and so deserved for all the hard work you do making your channel so easy to enjoy. The turquoise lake; with its little waterfalls and the pretty hills of Tuscany. What a dream. Very happy for the both of you and no doubt, being closer to Celine is a lovely plus. ✨🥁🙏🌟⭐🙂🎺
CONGRATULATIONS - you chose the correct house! You are going to be very happy there. Thank you for sharing your route to buying this home, much appreciated. So incredibly sorry that you had so much stress, but glad you are much stronger. It will go much better from now onwards, whatever crops up you will be able to deal with it. Thank you again for taking us with you on this journey. Have a wonderful week and take good care. 🥰
So happy for you two. You seem to be such nice people.❤
I am over the moon for you both! Selling a house is very stressful as well, i’ve done it 2x in the US. I too got burned out and broke down. BUT a new journey awaits and its an honor to be taken along for the ride! molte congratulazioni!!! 🎉
Yay! So glad you finally have your dream home secured. I'm sure Carlo's family is over the moon about all those lovely acres and olive trees. As for you and Carlo, being able to walk out of the front door directly to your vehicle will be a lovely treat when you are in Tuscany.
Holly dog is just an angel…
Congratulations 🎉
Congratulations! A house full of love and joy! 😘😘😘
Nikki congratulations in your new home!!
Please don’t leave kitty behind take the CAT with you . I’m tired of people abandoning their pets when they relocate. I love watching your channel because of your Pets.
My heart just sings for you guys! Thank you for sharing your amazing adventures with all of us. I love following your journey, the highs, the lows, the magic of showing all of us the beauty of Italy! ❤😊🥰
If one lives long enough, everyone goes through a period when the body tells the brain to stop and rest. It is great that you included that part in your video. I am glad all of our well wishes have brought you to the purchase of your dream home. Ciao!
Congratulations! What an exciting time in your lives, reaching 200k subscribers, getting your book published and buying a home in Tuscany, all in the same year! On top of your other day to day responsibilities. I would be stressed out too! The new home looks amazing the aerial footage is stunning. Four acres for gardening, entertaining and living your best life! Looking forward to your future before and after videos of the new home...The Tuscany Daries! 🍾🍾🍾 Saludos desde New Jersey
Congratulations Nicki and Carlo!! Don’t forget love conquers everything, stay strong and happy with each other. ❤🇨🇦
Don’t force yourself to make videos. We are always here for you, but we would prefer that you take care of yourself. Delighted for your new house xx
Congrats on the new home! We recently moved from San Francisco to London and I completely understand your exhaustion. We are currently in London waiting for our home to sell in California. But all the work up this year to the actual move and preparing our home for the market completely took everything out of me. We all got sick once we arrived in London - even our dog! The stress messed with our immune systems. So take care and make sure you’re resting up, meditating, hydrating, and enjoying the happy news. I am hoping our home sells soon and that we find a nice place in London to call our own. I can’t wait to see your new Tuscany dream in January. You can spend this time imagining the things you want to do to make it your own home.
How exciting!!!!! Congratulations on a new beginning for all of you! Thank you for taking us along.
Can’t wait to see you both make this home your own. I first started watching during Covid and remember how hard you both worked on your beautiful yard. Exciting times coming 🥳🥳🥳
I’m absolutely thrilled that you got the house you wanted!!! 😁😁😁
Congratulations Nicki & Carlo!! Can’t wait to see the transformation you do to make it your own little piece of heaven in Tuscany!🎉❤🎉
I understand why my sister-in -law says Tuscany is her favorite region in Italy. It's absolutely beautiful. Congratulations on the house. The overwhelming exhaustion you felt, Nicki, happens to ALL of us. It just shows that you're human.
...last sentence is probably what she wanted us to feel; I personally don't buy the burn-out drama, but oh well...I think she's very content with the lifestyle and youtube funds that all of a sudden allow her to do and buy things that were never possible before.
@@alinafakin370well aren’t you a lovely person. If you don’t like a particular TH-camr or channel. Just move on. Absolutely no need to be catty.
@@alinafakin370 yes, it’s called work and the fruits of it are her reward. Hers, not yours.
@@alinafakin370 Are you a hate-watcher, by any chance
NO KIDDING!!…..Jealous much?!….Move along!!! 👋🏻
Oh darling woman please do not feel you have to ever hide what you are feeling and if it is that stressful to make a video then do not. But I can certainly appreciate your emotional rollercoaster, omg.
We have similar arrangements in Australia, we can accomodate each other for settlement . When I sold my last place they asked a week after I gave up work if they could move in, I was doing the move on my own at the age of 74. I did it !
What a fabulous and idyllic place!! The water is gorgeous!
How wonderful to have a great friend like Celine!
*HI CELINE* 💞 You must be feeling ecstatic with the news of Nicki and Carlo moving closer to you geographically !! I'm so delighted to hear this news, absolutely thrilled for all of you. You, Nicki and Carlo have accumulated so many memories over the years and now you will have countless more happy days to come. Heaps of hugs for you Celine. xo
Nicki was a boss lady talking to the realtor! 💅💪
I'm am so happy your in a better frame of mind...I know the aggravation of buying a house and then settling for a condo and all the worries it comes with. Just know it's going to be absolutely incredible for you, Carlo and the puppies. As always I wish you all the best. Thank you for the videos and being open in your lives. God bless ❤❤❤
We have waited all week (anxiously) to see if you have secured the house in your name. Both you and Carlos have had so much patience. I would have been climbing the walls. Congratulations, now start planning your renovations into the home of your dreams, yeah! ❤
Beautiful views and beautiful home! Congratulations!
Wow you drive straight to your door. Congratulations.
Hello from the Midwestern United States. I’ve loved watching your channel for years and rarely comment, but I wanted to send my congratulations on getting the house you wanted. I can imagine your excitement. I hope everything goes smoothly going forward, and that you have the key before you know it. Thank you so much for your videos. I always feel a sense of peace and calmness as I watch them. ❤
You two deserve nothing but the very best! Thank you for bringing me a little bit of sunshine every Sunday. Congratulations 🎉🎉
The name of new channel: NICKI STILL IN POSITANO BUT NOW ALSO IN TUSCANY 🎉🎉🎉🎉
The river scenes where really beautiful ...If I were a private chef and my clients canceled on me they would still have to pay...A....holes...horrible....Is Carlos's family upset you are moving??? Oh wow ... January until you get the house...BTW the Zoombie thing I get that...Oh and thank you for the lst showing of the house...so exciting...and all the amenities like groceries, hospital etc not too far away always good
HOW EXCITING!!! I am thrilled for you both but especially for you Niki, there is nothing like having your own home, creating your own home, I can so relate. I finally got my home at the age of 55. It is my sanctuary, my solace. Congratulations couldn't happen to a more deserving and kind individual.
The fluffy puppies love the pool 🎉🎉🎉🎉
❤❤❤❤ Congratulations on the house
Don't worry about anything everything will be OK
I am so happy for you both. I can see Holly and Indie with a zillion new places to sniff and explore! Well done.
How exciting!! I look forward to watching "The Tuscany Chronicles" in addition to "The Positano Diaries"!
So so happy for you guys!!!❤❤❤ Slow and steady wins the house....especially in Italy, it seems. The river/lakes/grottos were wonderful! The countryside was also to die for!!! You guys look so happy and I and all your viewers wish you the full complement of success. Btw it was good to see Celine again!! Ciao ❤❤❤
Wow!! Congratulations!!! I'm so excited for you!! May your new home always be filled with good health, love, and joy. Carlo's and Nicki's dreams are finally coming true!!!!💜💜💜
Instead of mountains and sea, there are hills of rolling green and charm to the horizon 😊 Bella.
Prayers for your new home thank you for sharing,..
Fantastic! How exciting! Looking forward to seeing you put your own stamp on your new house and property! Don't worry, Nicki...sometimes extra sleep and a few good cries is like a release on a pressure valve. Now that there is light at the end of the tunnel, I can't say there won't be any stress, but at least it will be excitement and anticipation rather than depression. I'm so excited for you and Carlo!!! 😃
Watching and excited for you both.
My husband and I live in a walk up apartment building on the 5th floor. Not as many steps as yours but I understand the need to live on the ground floor. We’re looking to move even though we own our place and love it and love our neighbors. It’s not an easy decision. Congratulations on your beautiful new home.
I can relate I am moving from a second floor to a ground floor apartment. I had considered the 2nd floor of the new place but it was 19 steps to that floor and no elevator. (There is a third floor too) I am sure my decision was influenced by my multiple trips up and down my stairs to purge, declutter and donate items to prep for moving. And I had some doubts about privacy on the first floor. But I am really happy with my decision. P.S. I am close to 70 and in good health and fit. I am just tired of stairs!
Tears of relief for you, as you jump with jubilance!
Perhaps a bit of a push, with frustration...But recently you were just looking!
U found it fast!
I understand sleeping through turmoil
Wake me up when it's over.
Glad to see you grounded,
On your perch, between Carlo and the lovely Indie.
🎉🎉🎉Way to go🎉🎉🎉expect your new home tour❤❤❤
I am so happy for you Carlos and Nicki! I am so glad all the worrying and stress has come to an end for you Nicki. What lovely people the two of you are. We love watching your interesting, wholesome life!
FANTASTICO!
Congratulations on your new home (2.0) and you will let us know when you are ready for guests...
bags are packed and ready!
Congratulations on your new property! The views and the grounds are beautiful! I am not surprised that you were feeling burned out. It has been stressful to have things drag out this long without final answers; week to week and month to month.😖 I can hardly wait to hear more.
Wowzer Congratulations 🍾
Congratulations. Auguri. We watch you every Sunday night. You have become part of our family, emotionally. Still can’t buy your book on Amazon, Nikki. I’ll keep trying.🎉
So very pleased for you . I’m not surprised you had a meltdown Nicki but glad you are feeling better . It’s very generous of you to let the people take so long to move out considering what they have put you thru !!
The property looks fantastic
Your Italian persona is very humorous Nicki. You certainly gave the agent what for! 😂
Congratulations! Buying and selling a home can be one of the most stressful of times. At one time I was a realtor and understand the process can become stressful. It took 3 years and many offers to finally find our dream home, living on the river in a floating home. It's basically a house permanently moored. Best of the future from Oregon, USA.
Congratulations, and take care of yourselves. Stress is a bummer, and we all have times like that. Have a blessed week and looking forward to seeing y’all again next week.
I have been to Italy several times in past years... Would love to visit when you open your B&B... But my traveling days are over as old age has caught up with me, your videos keep me traveling in my mind!!! Thank you
What a wonderful area to live part time. I loved San Gimignano and Siena. Looking forward to home decorating and sprucing up from you & Carlo.
I am so glad you have what you wanted. It certainly sounds very frustrating process and I am not surprised Nicki felt so stressed.
It is quite an emotional undertaking.
Best of luck and I can’t wait to see your videos from your new property. 🎉
CONGRATULATIONS!!! 🎉
That’s fantastic news!! After the update in last weeks episode, I’ve been crossing my fingers for you both! Phew, I bet that’s a huge relief! Time to celebrate 🎉 🥂🎊
Dear lovely people, Dear Nicki...First, thank you for staying good people, sympathetic, constantly moving and being focused in what is really important in life - family, love, good food, travel, friends and quality living...Oh, and thank you for not excusing yourself for living as you do and thinking what you think ;)
Most of all it makes you happy and than your content makes us happy too.
I am so happy for your dream becoming a reality! This house was not an easy sell, but I am sure with all of the love you are going to invest in it it will become a home, filled with love and wonderful athmosphere! Be healthy and true to yourselves! Much love, Tsvetty
YAY!!! Congratulations to you both. If you're doing the B&B let me be your first guest. I love painting, scrubbing windows & floors. I'll work cheap! 😁😉
Wow the river and water was so beautifull, I'm glad your fighting fit again and so happy for the family on a second home to lovingly make your own. Good luck to you all ❤
What a nail biter episode! So pleased you survived the ordeal and now own a fabulous new home.Thanks for sharing this. Can't wait to see it!
Love the scenery with the river and the music you used to present it!
Congratulations on your new property!
I've been watching your videos about four years and always love them!❤
Wow, I am so excited for you both with the new home in Tuscany! I can’t wait to see how you put your own touches on this home. What a beautiful place! Nice to be close to groceries, hospital, pharmacy and it sounds like you’ll have it all close by. Wow, the views are stunning!
Omg 🎉🎉🎉🎉Augurio/ congratulations Nicki & Carlo 🍾🎊I'm so happy for you guys. Your dream home looks absolutely stunning 🤩 I wish you all the best & we're grateful for you guys sharing your journey with us. I'm 33yrs old and still haven't bought a house, am now learning Italian in hopes of moving to Italy in 5yrs time before am 40 (🤞🏽I find my dream home then). Your home is so beautiful, looking forward to seeing you coming home with grocery shopping & not having to climb 400+ stairs
It actually reminds me of your present home! Great faraway views, smallish rooms, a lawn and a pool.
Nicki, I’m so impressed. What a boss! 24:04 Brava 👏👏👏 Take care of yourself, as much as we appreciate the videos, your health and well-being comes first. ❤
I was SO EXCITED to see the title this morning. I am so happy for you. In all my dreams of Italy, Tuscany was always the place I would land. I just love it so much. I cannot wait to follow the story! Good things come to those who wait! Also.. I would like to say that I have observed so many times, especially in this video, how Carlo is so especially attentive to you. I love how he gently puts his arm around you and caresses your shoulder when you are talking about troubles. The love between you is so wonderful to see. Thank you for sharing! ~
Congratulations on securing your home in Tuscany. 🎉 Don’t worry, time passes quickly, it will be January before you know it. We’ve had our place north of Lucca for 2 years so understand the ‘ups and downs’ (both buying and travelling to and from the UK) very well.
Oh my gosh, Nicki and Carlo, that area with all the water and the pools is stunning. Who wouldn’t love that. By the way Carlo, your English is getting so good and you’re sounding so fluent. Keep up the good work. Congratulations on your new property. So excited for your New challenges. We leave tomorrow for Ravello at the Villa Cimbroni wedding on 28th, and after to the island of Ischia upon watchingYOUR videos and enjoying it last year. We will celebrate my birthday October 5.
Ahhhh patience is a virtue & there is always a reason for everything! By the way, isn’t it normal for Italians and the lifestyle of Italians to just not be timely? This shouldn’t surprise you that much really when you think about it. You are timely folks, but from what I understand most Italians aren’t that timely. Everything is on a slow pace. Thanks for rewinding & taking us from the beginning!!Congratulations!!! Ciao Vita Maria & Chuck. We met u a year ago this time. Nicki & Elizabeth
Thank you for my Sunday treat of watching you. Positive thoughts all around. What a wonderful adventure ahead of you.
Well, congrats on finally getting your new home in the Tuscan countryside! Love that area, it's beautiful - especially the water park. I get that it has been a very long road in buying your home & Nicki you had every right to have those moments of pulling the covers over your head! Hopefully, now you will be looking forward to getting the keys in January. Have a great week & looking forward to more updates. Take care. Ciao
That's wonderful. I'm so happy for you. I'm sorry you had such difficulty buying this house but I hope everything will go smoothly from now on. The property looks gorgeous. I live in Illinois in a house I just purchased a year ago. I went through some problems buying it also but nothing like you went through so I have compassion for you and hope your problems are over. Looking forward to seeing more about the new house. Much luck and happiness.
Indie and the tortoises. Sounds like a children's book. LOL
Yes that was so cute!
Congratulations.Carlo"s surprised, made me cry.😭
So happy for you. Everything will be OK, Nicki. You are living your dream and now you know the direction where your future lies. January will arrive more quickly than you think. And you’ll get the key. I’m truly happy for the both of you. The scenery I saw was absolutely beautiful. Sending all my best wishes and cheers!! Much love, from Mare in Texas
CONGRATS to you both!!
👏👏👏💜💜💜🌞🌞🌞Nicki and Carlo, phew at last, a big congratulations to you. Thankfully you've been patiently waiting and your tenacity has all paid off. The start of another fabulous adventure 💜🐶💜
What a beautiful place to walk and view the water. So enticing the water.
I can’t wait to see more about this major purchase! I can totally understand the housing stress and feeling burned out when you do everything you can think of. Proud of you for helping strong and thank you for sharing.
Congratulations to you both! Now you can relax a bit and unwind after all the stress. Take care of yourself Nicky!
The water is stunning. I never see water that color here. Carlo sure enjoys swimming a lot. Congratulations on your new house.
Very very happy for you both, congratulations...you have bent over BACKWARDS to accommodate, you poor things have to wait 4 months to start your venture meanwhile they have completed their renovations lol. Not being cynical but they have stretched this process a little bit beyond. Breath our lovely Nicki, you are at the finish now. Lots of hugs xxx
Yay! You got the house congratulations ❤ Seeing you Celine together was great.The house seems good looking forward to seeing more of it.The area , countryside was beautiful ❤