I bought an abandoned school to live in! House tour! Episode 1

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    Abandoned School Renovation Episode 1
    I buy an abandoned boarding school to live in!
    This house was built in 1955 to house students.
    It was abandoned approximately in 2022 and has not had
    anyone come in and out of it.
    There was a ton of damage when I got it and this is the tour of that and the damage.
    Main Quest: Fix this place up and Live in it!

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  • @Tattersall12
    @Tattersall12 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +430

    Congratulations! May your pockets be deep and your patience plentiful.

    • @archerbob6847
      @archerbob6847 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

      This is one hundred percent true... it's gonna be a money pit if they do it right, especially if its heritage listed which they will have to check before just getting stuck in as you could rack up some big fines unknowingly, there's usually a reason why these places get abandoned

    • @mediolanumhibernicus3353
      @mediolanumhibernicus3353 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

      Judging by the cars in the driveway, the pockets are suitably deep.

    • @ellevictory1339
      @ellevictory1339 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm patient why urwyebd I'm not I left long ago I'm not watching lies a fake movie fake experience fake distractions with fake children who don't exist yet but one

    • @ellevictory1339
      @ellevictory1339 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      In Jesus name amen

    • @ellevictory1339
      @ellevictory1339 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ur very selfish I can't marry u josh ur selfish

  • @joels6736
    @joels6736 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +207

    The potential is off the charts. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

  • @DuchessOfQuilt
    @DuchessOfQuilt 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +534

    Please don’t just rip out all the bushes! They are worth a fortune and add value to your property. Just have someone (if you can’t do it yourself) trim and shape them. It will be interesting to watch as you renovate this beautiful property!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +97

      I'll try to keep as many as i can! Thanks for the suggestion!

    • @blakeandtim937
      @blakeandtim937 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +43

      Yeah, definitely see if your city has an urban Forester on staff and have them maybe stop out to assess the trees. You can also look up the number to your county extension office and ask for help and see if you have anything on site that is rare and worth protection.
      From what I can see the only thing that actively needs to be removed is the English ivy which will eventually try and overgrow everything if unchecked.
      It's fine if you plan on maintaining its boundaries.
      Lovely building. You have a lot of work ahead of you and I wish you luck!

    • @melchizedek077
      @melchizedek077 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +39

      Yeah, some of those bushes will cost $100+ a pop to replace. A hedge trimmer would be a cheaper investment.

    • @bethp8436
      @bethp8436 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +39

      Don’t pull out all of the bushes. You will really regret doing that. If your property is in an area that gets a lot of rainfall you will need those bushes and trees. From seeing how much vegetation and moss around your property suggests that you do live in an era that does get lots of rainfall. If you remove them when heavy rains come you will have flooding problems. It’s amazing how much water the roots of the bushes and trees soak up the water helping to prevent erosion destroying your landscape grass and from getting into homes and buildings. I had a new neighbor than bought a house behind mine. She was young and had recently graduated from college. She decided she didn’t want to bother with the bushes that the previous owners had planted all around the house. She had them taken out and after the first big rainstorm it was a disaster for her yard and house. The bushes were not there for their roots to taken into the ground all that water and the water made its way into her house and flooded the lower level.

    • @reighost8399
      @reighost8399 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +26

      The bushes also = PRIVACY for your family/property!

  • @Miss_Judy
    @Miss_Judy 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +189

    10:03 - "Here's a tampon dispenser... I don't know why..." LOL (spoken like a true man!) lol

    • @McP1mpin
      @McP1mpin 25 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yeah haha men don't know why women need tampons! Lololol

    • @jmausa6688
      @jmausa6688 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +44

      I know right?? As a women I laughed out loud when he said that! 😄

    • @teresayeates3437
      @teresayeates3437 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      This was in the main house, not the school so I understood his confusion.

    • @Miss_Judy
      @Miss_Judy 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@teresayeates3437 lol

    • @watchere
      @watchere  14 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      @@teresayeates3437 In addition its on a children's floor made for children 3-6 years old. It is also coin operated

  • @user-en4xl2hr3z
    @user-en4xl2hr3z 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +33

    OMG, what a dream! Amazing house! I hope You have 67 children to fill all of those bedrooms 💀

  • @priestachristopher3461
    @priestachristopher3461 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +70

    You can totally turn the compound into beds & breakfast with your home attached.

    • @jen71ski
      @jen71ski 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Yes, it could be a big money maker for sure.

    • @celinedesmarais426
      @celinedesmarais426 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      What a good idea !

    • @gblakev
      @gblakev 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Or apartments. It depends how much work they want to do from day to day. There is a greater need for long-term housing than for B&B's

  • @elizabethneville3086
    @elizabethneville3086 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +25

    Please don't cut down ALL the trees and shrubs, just the ones that are damaging the foundations or completely blocking the windows. Please be careful. Once they're gone, that's it. Don't know what those pink flowering trees were, but they're beautiful. ❤

  • @terrybarnett1317
    @terrybarnett1317 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +91

    So glad it wasn’t vandalised it looks like a mansion . Gonna be watching every video 👍👍👍

    • @maggiesue4825
      @maggiesue4825 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I will watch until - or if - he starts "modernizing it" beyond description. He's awfully young, and we don't yet know what his aesthetic values are. We'll wait and see!!

  • @martemacdougall1985
    @martemacdougall1985 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +115

    Please don't mow down all the beautiful 🙏 shrubs and trees. Trimming is all that is necessary. ❤

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +18

      I'll try to keep as much as I can! Some are dying and some root systems are going into the building!

    • @jen71ski
      @jen71ski 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      @@watchere Your video was on our homepage of youtube last night when my husband and I sat down at the computer after work. I said, "Let's watch this." He agreed and we so loved it. I was excited to see that you just started your journey of posting about the process on youtube. Please don't stop sharing on here. We are excited to be following along from our home in Florida. Can I ask what state this property is located? It looks like somewhere in the northeast. You have such a great opportunity with this property. So excited for you. You may want to talk with the owners of the youtube channel Turning an old school into our house! Anyway, we wish you all the best. Keep track of costs as that would make a great video that you can do more than once to update viewers. Blessings to you!

  • @SuperBotanica
    @SuperBotanica 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +30

    This building has a lot of charm, I like the architecture

  • @mommerang
    @mommerang 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +100

    Congratulations! You need to research the history of your new place so you can find out the original layout and uses of each room. I assume it was a grand mansion that was later turned into a school. For example, those rooms off the kitchen were probably butler’s pantries. The upper floor may have been servant quarters. Discovering its history will be fun.

    • @wendyeskelin8765
      @wendyeskelin8765 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

      I thought that too. It looked like an old home turned into a school with the fireplaces in the rooms.

    • @stldesperado8184
      @stldesperado8184 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +11

      I'd say it was a girl's boarding school. Classrooms and living quarters, students and teachers perhaps. The preponderance of "Pink" says Girls School.

  • @gospeltractslove
    @gospeltractslove 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +28

    Be careful! Test for asbestos and lead paint.

    • @garygretarsson
      @garygretarsson 6 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I came here to see if anyone said this. PLEASE test for this before you start working.

  • @lesliebernard621
    @lesliebernard621 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +521

    I am excited to follow your journey. One suggestion I have, slow down when moving the camera around. It was making me dizzy.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +122

      I'll try i'm new at this so have no clue how to have a steady hand. Bought a gimble years ago but for some reason its really shaky too! I'll watch some videos on how to get a steadier shot! Thanks for watching!

    • @bookman106
      @bookman106 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +42

      I totally agree. The walkthrough was way too fast. It's hard for the human eyes to adjust that fast.
      Otherwise, I'm looking forward to see what you do. It looks like a fun project

    • @angiejones7401
      @angiejones7401 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +33

      While he's learning cut speed to fifty and mute.

    • @stephaniepelc1618
      @stephaniepelc1618 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

      Great project. I can’t wait to follow your progress. I would suggest moving a little slower. 😊

    • @verathyssen284
      @verathyssen284 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +38

      @@watchereit is not the shaking as that is level …it is more the speed you are panning the camera around as you walk through. If you slow the scanning motion you will be great. . The eye does not focus as fast as the camera does. Looks a fabulous project.

  • @Bobrogers99
    @Bobrogers99 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +132

    Don't arbitrarily rip out all that mature shrubbery! Be selective. Some of it can just be trimmed. Once you have dealt with the gutter and roof issues you can see what local zoning and building codes will permit you to do. Both the main house and the annex have the potential for several apartments. There are two stairways to each level, the electrical system may not need many upgrades, and you have lots of plumbing already in place. As you do your planning, I hope you will show us floor plans for each area.

    • @sparhawkable
      @sparhawkable 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

      I agree please be judicious in tree and shrub removal.

    • @sparhawkable
      @sparhawkable 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      You make me dizzy! Slow down!

  • @ginadoughty6950
    @ginadoughty6950 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    That doesn’t look like a school it looks like a mansion so pretty!!! The landscaping all of it!! Congratulations!!

  • @MDGant-ot9fn
    @MDGant-ot9fn 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +25

    Since it was a residency school or orphanage, sinks in bedrooms usually indicate either nurses or nurseries. The two small kitchens lead into that assumption also to accommodate babies, infants, toddlers. Wonderful property! Thanks for the tour.

  • @jlhenderson2
    @jlhenderson2 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +98

    What a grand house with so much potential. I will be interested to watch the progress as you restore it back to a private residence again.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

      Thanks for the support and me too! Hopefully it goes smoothly though I'm sure we are going to be in for some suprises!

  • @wwgbert
    @wwgbert 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +152

    Awesome purchase, very interested to see your progress on this very large project. I have worked most of my life in construction management. My suggestion to people on large projects like this is always start with your roof and getting your gutters and downspouts 100% working. That damage to the back door was caused by the gutters and downspouts not working correctly. Those downspouts are connected to underground drains, make sure the work before you spend any money on the rest of this project. Trust me, if your building is not dry nothing else matters. Who knows you might read this and you might not. Once you know you're going to keep the building dry it will be easier to plan the next steps. I would love to see an inspection report on this property, I kind of geek out on coming up with solutions and priority list for homes and buildings. Take care!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +50

      I read every comment!! And yes that is the priority! This video was actually made over two weeks because of exactly that! There was a huge rainstorm and I paused filming so i could go up scoop all the gutters out and inspect the roof! Thanks for the support and the helpful insights I appreciate it!!!

    • @edieboudreau9637
      @edieboudreau9637 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +11

      ​@@watchereremember to check those DRAINS...IF DRAINS ARE CLOGGED or SLOWED... Much damage is unseen.

    • @proudgrandma138
      @proudgrandma138 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

      I said same thing: roof roof roof & get rid of moisture inside. Interior Walls had peeling paint which means moisture & thats No Good.

    • @cherylpemberton1676
      @cherylpemberton1676 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@watchere, I did look but couldn't find it: WHERE is this located, and WHAT was the name of the school? Please...

    • @traciemcdaniel3660
      @traciemcdaniel3660 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I agree with this comment about the roof. I used to work for a roofer and you can't do anything inside until the roof is done

  • @reighost8399
    @reighost8399 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +53

    Idk how this place hasn't been vandalized to hell and back in the two years its been abandoned.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  14 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      It's in a good neighborhood?

  • @KatyGoos
    @KatyGoos 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +38

    I agree, slow down your making us all dizzy.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

      Thank you! Will try to slow down in future videos!

  • @jd-no7rw
    @jd-no7rw 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +48

    For future videos, please slow down, some of us like to look and I get dizzy with all the fast movement. I would love to watch your videos, but I won't be able to if you don't slow your camera movements down. Awesome place though! I would love to see what you do with it!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

      Thanks for the insight! I work on it! And thanks for the support!

    • @ellevictory1339
      @ellevictory1339 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      No one exists yet it's all lies fake why do I have to be hypnotized 😵‍💫 to care fight tne last fake 4 years.

  • @annabodhi38
    @annabodhi38 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +11

    You scored. The doors and the door knobs! Those transom windows. There is so much potential. This is very exciting, thanks for the video.

  • @deeringkendrick8388
    @deeringkendrick8388 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +35

    If the school was originally built as a house, the "weird-door-safe-thing" could have been a fur vault. If the inner walls are lined with cedar, that would have been its intended use.

    • @rhondaloveloveloves9551
      @rhondaloveloveloves9551 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      It could also have been used to lock up medications or hold important confidential documents (ie adoption records)🌻if it was an orphanage or a home for unwed mothers.

  • @melissasueferrin3409
    @melissasueferrin3409 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +78

    I hope you don't remove all the bushes, consider investing in a landscape consultation.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

      Definately on the list!!! So many things to worry about first but the landscape definitely needs love!

    • @melissasueferrin3409
      @melissasueferrin3409 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

      It's worth asking someone who knows the local plants, which are worth saving, which should be removed, etc.

    • @ninabooker2904
      @ninabooker2904 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

      Agreed. Trim, prune, remove overgrowth, clean gutters, implement general maintenance first. Solve water drainage issues next, to prevent further damage. Make small part safe from mold etc and livable and live with it for awhile before you start tearing things apart. Plan, think, revise plan, get advice, do research on history of property, you may find some interesting history worth preserving. I’m subscribing so I can be part of your journey. Thanks for sharing, good luck.

  • @deeringkendrick8388
    @deeringkendrick8388 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +24

    This should be interesting. Please post regularly, and feel free to share EVERYTHING. 🤓

  • @lynneb.2357
    @lynneb.2357 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +20

    Keep the pink vintage bath for sure. You can’t find quality like that today. Even the tile was great.

    • @jen71ski
      @jen71ski 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I said the same thing out loud when watching with my husband last night. I would so keep that pink bathroom!

    • @MLD11
      @MLD11 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      It’s gorgeous and has a ln amazing vintage look. The quality fit out is very sought after. Perhaps dedicate a wing to future children. It’s too inice to rip out, particularly if there’s multiple restrooms.

  • @90FormulaE8
    @90FormulaE8 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Found this completely by accident but this is super cool man. That would be an awesome project, expensive but awesome

  • @cathylewis2181
    @cathylewis2181 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +18

    I hope you're appreciating what a diamond in the rough you've got there. Those green and pink tiles and sinks and other bathroom fixtures are worth a lot. If you don't like them, you can sell them. They are collectors items and people will pay a lot for them in the right places, assuming you can get them to places where people want them. Hopefully you like them though. All of the windows and just everything is really amazing. It's going to be absolutely stunning when you fix it up. The roof is number one and you're right the gutters. After that you can peck away at things. It would be nice if you would introduce yourself a little bit and tell us why you like this place, what you're planning to do with it and so forth, it would inform the tour a little bit and give us more of a feel for what's going on here. How many people plan to live in it etc etc. And also what part of the country is it in. Finally, I used to be a theater teacher and so I can't help but give you one other little piece of advice. When you speak, each of your sentences ends with an upward inflection, almost like you're asking a question. If you listen to actors you will see that they don't do that, and maybe you can work on that a little bit. Good luck on your endeavors. You're really on to something great!

    • @ellevictory1339
      @ellevictory1339 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I'm doing something else I don't do diamond in the rough u can im doing something else

  • @DuchessOfQuilt
    @DuchessOfQuilt 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +39

    The bedrooms with the sinks at the back of the house were most likely the servants quarters. That would also be why there were those doors to close between the front and back. I think this was a very grand house in its day with sitting rooms beside the major bedrooms. It would be good to do some historical research into the building. All the original woodwork downstairs in the kitchen and the butler’s pantry are beautiful. The closets upstairs are equally wonderful.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

      That makes sense! I will do an episode on the history!

    • @ASilverLining60
      @ASilverLining60 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      Look up the history of the property, you may find many old photos of how it looked back then. Also are you going to restore or renovate?

    • @d.e.little5387
      @d.e.little5387 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      He said built in 1950... Doubt if there were SERVANT quarters...

    • @DuchessOfQuilt
      @DuchessOfQuilt 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      @@d.e.little5387 the school addition was built in 1950. The original house is much older. There were people who had servants that they hired like maids, cooks, butler, etc. There still are on some huge estates.

  • @Algorithmicgeneratedwordsalad
    @Algorithmicgeneratedwordsalad 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +32

    This is really cool if something is built before the 1990s you need to have it checked for asbestos

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +12

      I would say it definitely has asbestos, however being a boarding school for young children I think they would have done lots of work to make sure it wasnt a problem. But we wont know until its checked! Thanks for the comment!

    • @mhoop1
      @mhoop1 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

      @@watchere definitely do not assume at any point that anyone did 'the right thing' for a commercial location

  • @sct4040
    @sct4040 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

    I slowed the video by 1/2 speed in order not to get dizzy. This is a lovely building, best luck to you on this project.

  • @TinnaN2TheAfterlife
    @TinnaN2TheAfterlife 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +25

    The bushes provide privacy, the area with the industrial fridge is a butlers pantry. I hope restore her back to her original glory. I hate when they take these historic homes and make schools or office spaces. Rip down those partitions, and get this beautiful room back to their huge glory! I can't wait to see what u do with this beauty 😍

    • @eattherich9215
      @eattherich9215 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

      I hate when people buy these beautiful buildings and cluelessly rip out everything that made the property charming. If you can't afford to or won't do a thoughtful update, leave the house alone and go and buy an ugly pile on some blasted sub-division.

    • @edieboudreau9637
      @edieboudreau9637 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      This was a school previously

    • @pd26224
      @pd26224 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

      I don't think it's historical as built in 1955 .But it would be interesting to see if it was built as school or originally something else .

  • @CQuinnLady
    @CQuinnLady 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +35

    Id get a gardener in to trim up all the hedges and bushes. They can all be cut back hard to get back to a lower level, but It hink once they are all cleaned up and maintained you will really enjoy them.

  • @TeresaJohnson-nr4hy
    @TeresaJohnson-nr4hy 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    That is so beautiful thank you for showing this 💜❤ the trees and the big Purple tree and bushes are very Beautiful they make the place

  • @mikef3300
    @mikef3300 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +27

    I’d like to see the bushes all trimmed up before removing them. After trimmed and shaped they might just be considered an asset instead of an eyesore.

  • @thyslop1737
    @thyslop1737 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +17

    Dude this is gonna be an monumental amount of work. Hope you have deep, deep pockets and or time or both.

    • @ellevictory1339
      @ellevictory1339 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I don't want to be a part of fake history we lied about with a selfish asshole who lied about everything raie cheating repeats it's over its kues human never existed 16 children are dead the dr dead im doing something else privately in Jesus name amen

  • @cheriekreusel3756
    @cheriekreusel3756 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    I used to be a school secretary. I retired after 29 years. Loved watching you walking through the building and IDing the rooms. It looks like it must have been a residential school, maybe a private or religious school, at one time. No room was identified as a Clinic, I am sure they had one. Also, there might have been a Music room, a Parent Conference or meeting room. The Tampon machine was probably for the Staff. One thing about schools, they use what they have, so some of those rooms may have started out as one thing and morphed into something else.
    You need a for real professional Landscape person to come out and give you a consultation. No doubt some of the bushes need to be removed but some are in good shape and add value. A professional Landscaper would be able to tell you which ones are which.
    Hope you are starting with the roof. So many don't and then regret it. It is a beautiful old place. Really lovely and has so much potential. Just subscribed and looking forward to watching the magic unfold.

  • @maalat
    @maalat 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    You own a castle. The inside is in good shape. Lots of possibilities.

  • @someone46018
    @someone46018 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    That's a lifetime project, if I had the time and money, I would love to restore an abandoned mansion or castle to live in, that sure would keep my tinkering mind busy till old age 😅

  • @cq608
    @cq608 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +18

    Please keep the bushes. They add so much charm to the building. Just get them trimmed up and they will look great.

    • @user-pf1en2gr4b
      @user-pf1en2gr4b 20 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Agreed and it's all about respecting nature. There is NO reason to remove those bushes ect. I'd RESPECT the trees ect have them apart of the property 😇

  • @sylvanramble1757
    @sylvanramble1757 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    What a great building. It reminds me of a children's home I used to live in back in the 60's. It was originally a mansion. One side was for young girls and the other side was for older girls, and they were mirrors of each other. Each side had their own house mother who had their own private suite of rooms on the 2nd floor because they lived there 24/7 with us. They had their own living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom. The house mother was in charge of the kids on their side of the house. The kids' bedrooms on the 2nd floor held 3 or 4 beds each. There were also two big bathrooms on the 2nd floor. Each side also had their own playroom where we spent most of our awake time. There were also storage closets for supplies. The ground floor had shared spaces for the building as a whole. There was the main kitchen, dining room, formal living room for special occasions, study, chapel, bathrooms, and infirmary. We did not have school rooms as the elementary school was just a few blocks away. It was a beautiful building but there was a lot of sadness from being away from our families. I look forward to following your renovation journey.

    • @sky-pv7ff
      @sky-pv7ff 16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Was that a boarding school for the rich kids.

  • @-A.R.A.D-
    @-A.R.A.D- 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Ngl, that is an artist's dream house with many art studios they could choose from. Very nice property indeed, just hope nothing creepy or bad juju inhabits it.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Nothing bad has happened here as far as i know, no bad juju feelings yet!

  • @jlegner8800
    @jlegner8800 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You have alot of beautiful shrubery that gives your school real character and authentic beauty. You should have it trimmed back not removed. By having it removed you'll loose the character your bought it for. Being a builder I know you've got a bit of work.

  • @Khaab00
    @Khaab00 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    If I could make a recommendation, don’t be afraid to take your time. Slow is smooth, smooth is fast. You’ll be surprised that there are still many people who are willing to sit and watch a long form video. For one of a kind videos such as yours you could have taken twice as long and we would still watch it. Honestly, some of the longest videos I watch, up to hours long, have millions of views. I understand it may be due to your personal time constraints. However, please remember that you don’t need to do a walk through or a video all in one go. If it takes multiple days due to time limitations we’ll still be here. I wish you the best in your endeavor and cannot wait to see what you do with this treasure of a find. You earned a subscriber and you got this. I’ll be rooting for you on the sidelines.

  • @TAG77
    @TAG77 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    That’s really nice. I’d totally live on one side and make it a huge house just for me and then the other side I’d make it into apartments and rent them out and let it help pay for itself. I can’t wait to see what you do with it. I love the cabinets in the butlers kitchen. That closet with the door that opens up top and a separate one on the bottom is a laundry collection closet. You can put your laundry hamper in there and then take it out of the bottom on laundry day.

    • @rutheparker9006
      @rutheparker9006 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I love all the tile floors!

  • @TeresaJohnson-nr4hy
    @TeresaJohnson-nr4hy 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    The Beautiful Pink trees and green trees and Green bushes are very and the Purple trees are very Beautiful ❤❤

  • @FoxyfloofJumps
    @FoxyfloofJumps 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Honestly, I think you made a good choice. This much space is rare. And the building itself is old enough to be built with durability in mind. So the roof and one exterior wall aside, I think it won't be too terrible to get it fixed and cleaned up. Also, definitely keep the bushes. Just have a landscaper come thru and trim everything at least a foot back from the building itself. Those roots are protecting the foundation wall from too much rain and water retention.

  • @dsmith6785
    @dsmith6785 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Still a very functional space for an organization or foundation.

  • @NO1xANIMExFAN
    @NO1xANIMExFAN 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +21

    commenting for the algorithm, subbed for the journey. the finished project will be insane

    • @watchere
      @watchere  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks DrAndyDOesMagic

    • @jen71ski
      @jen71ski 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I am in agreement with you on this!

  • @sxnthwave
    @sxnthwave 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I've always wondered why people don't buy the huge abandoned buildings of businesses or schools and convert them to homes. This one in particular already LOOKS more like a home than a modern day school so you're already ahead! Can't wait to see what the plans are for this place. There is so much potential here especially for things like landscaping and just overall size. Congratulations on your new home!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      My thoughts exactly!

  • @abarnswell
    @abarnswell 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I've always dreamed of buying an old school.

  • @toriladybird511
    @toriladybird511 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    What a STUNNING OPPORTUNITY ❤

  • @arleenfotiu6095
    @arleenfotiu6095 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    Wow! I'm gonna need a map! Best of luck. It'll be interesting to learn your story as we go along.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  28 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

      I'll post a floor layout when I figure it out myself haha!

    • @jen71ski
      @jen71ski 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@watchere Great idea!

  • @user-jy4fq8lz7q
    @user-jy4fq8lz7q 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +7

    Ditto others who've exclaimed, "Please don't rip out all the bushes!!!". Everything against the house (plantings) have taken years to become the size they need to be for such a grand house, particularly the arborvitae & other evergreens. Even the tall grasses are interesting in the parking area. Certainly a landscape designer...not just a garden center person, would be a great place to start your grounds rehab. Oh boy, how I'd love to bring the splendor back to the outside! It will be pure pleasure for whom ever gets to do the job. Meanwhile, you might think about not tearing stuff out until you've owned it for a bit.
    The property is stunning...building & grounds. You've got a handful of exciting work ahead of you! Enjoy the journey!

  • @RinasAMaker
    @RinasAMaker 17 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Wow! I think the thought of the utility bills scare me even more than the repairs! 😳 Looking forward to see how you progress with this massive project! Best of luck!

  • @lesliesledge8539
    @lesliesledge8539 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Love, love, love IT!!!

    • @lesliesledge8539
      @lesliesledge8539 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Depending on the age of the structure, look into seeing if it can be considered historical. You may be able to get grants on the city and state level to restore.

  • @tamirenno5845
    @tamirenno5845 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Wow! This will be quite the project! Can’t wait to see how you renovate everything. Love all the fireplaces, all the rooms, and all the potential .

  • @dawnconner6123
    @dawnconner6123 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +10

    im in north central WV. if youre in the pitt area youre pretty close. about 2 1/2 hours. im so jealous. its lovely. glad youre saving the old girl.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thanks! We are not far at all!!

    • @whathappenedtomyYThandle
      @whathappenedtomyYThandle 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Seems tagged Pennsylvania

  • @ronaldohagenow1467
    @ronaldohagenow1467 3 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Outstanding building, sinks in bedrooms were common in prep/private schools. Please hire a lawn care professional or arborist to trim those bushes, those will be stunning when trimmed properly. Mature landscaping is valuable.

  • @kdc1153
    @kdc1153 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    The room with the fireplace is either the "Great Room" or the "Winter living room", possibly the "Study".

  • @WildWest144
    @WildWest144 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Well this abandoned school certainly has potential but it's going to take a lot of planning, a huge budget and a whole lot of hard work. My best to you.

  • @maganalia
    @maganalia 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +16

    It's a beautiful building. Apartments would be lovely.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thanks! I'm not sure what to do with it yet but nothing is out of the questions! Thanks again!

    • @kmaben8985
      @kmaben8985 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

      ​@@watcherehousing for displaced?

  • @PSA3377
    @PSA3377 11 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Large bushes take years to grow and can be trimmed into lovely topiary shapes that would be charming ❤

  • @MidgetWarden
    @MidgetWarden 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Figures Jason! we must have figures.

    • @watchere
      @watchere  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

      Soon enough! still feeling the gut punch of the purchase first haha once we get some stuff done i'll sit down and do a cost breakdown! Thanks for watching!

  • @Miss.C.
    @Miss.C. 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +4

    Ambitious project. You will have lots of blood sweat and tears ahead but the reward will be so worth it.
    I am working on my 100 year old house and just spent 3 months scraping down the basement wall and floor.
    If you ever feel like quitting just take a couple days off. I wanted to document my journey but I didn’t have the energy. I am looking forward to following yours. Hello from Central New York.

  • @iddaalbar2129
    @iddaalbar2129 7 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Saw the title and I’m intrigued. Can’t wait to see the finished home: I’m invested.

  • @user-sp1ew5yb7z
    @user-sp1ew5yb7z 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Fantastic...absolutely Fantastic. Oh Gee...I could really make a Palace out of that place.

  • @chrystalmonroe3234
    @chrystalmonroe3234 18 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I know you will love it! My house was built in 1950, it has a charm that newer houses just don't have.

  • @mariastellamelendez8670
    @mariastellamelendez8670 28 วันที่ผ่านมา +13

    The house is beautiful. This reno will be so much fun to watch

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thanks for the support!

  • @Sasskitten
    @Sasskitten 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Sweet! finally someone is actually doing something with a school instead of tearing it down. Just make sure to get an inspector in there so that you'll know how much damage there is that can't be seen. Also, what rooms do you plan to make into what? Maybe could keep the natural look of the fireplaces and just convert them to electric or gas. Also, if that big fridge still works should keep it then you won't have to get a new fridge.

  • @bethellis9135
    @bethellis9135 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    The bedrooms with sinks were where servants lived. Someone added the upstairs "kitchen" for those living upstairs.

  • @LigerX97
    @LigerX97 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +15

    Oh, I can't wait to see how this project turns out. Excited to watch the journey because there is so much potential here!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thanks for the support! Me too! I think once the building is back to its former glory will have to decide what to do with all the rooms!

  • @randysparks5413
    @randysparks5413 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    Once the plants are removed it can take years to replace your mistake.We learned the hard way.

  • @sheriloyd7138
    @sheriloyd7138 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Loving that retro pink tile in the bathrooms

  • @tiktok11150
    @tiktok11150 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Some of the steel doors look like they are fire rated industrial doors. If they are, be careful not to damage the steel tag they attached to them. There is some kind of replacement or damage warranty that comes with them according the the County I used to work for. Maintenance personnel would have a verbal fit if you even painted over them. I love watching renovations of old public buildings

  • @grandmasewhappyhomestead187
    @grandmasewhappyhomestead187 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    I'm excited to follow your journey to watch you transform your home.

  • @jmausa6688
    @jmausa6688 25 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Looking forward to watching your restore journey!

  • @phoso1
    @phoso1 5 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Bed and breakfast place would be amazing. 👌

  • @theresabedet6653
    @theresabedet6653 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Very cool. I would separate the two buildings by removing the breezeway.

  • @Idontwantone950
    @Idontwantone950 19 วันที่ผ่านมา +8

    I don’t agree with any of the people telling you not to remove the bushes. Some of them are a full story high and their root system is just as large underground up against your house. Even if they aren’t causing problems now they will in the future, and you don’t need massive repair costs because people were being overly sympathetic to shrubbery. Not to mention being able have complete access to the house to make repairs and paint. The house should come first and the landscaping second, so do what you need to do.
    Also, nice video and I’m looking forward to seeing the transformation. I love these kinds of remodels and the original house is beautiful.

  • @diannegaffney9490
    @diannegaffney9490 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +9

    I can't imagine what you'll do with all this space! Can't wait to see all the changes. Good luck!

  • @dmlopez68
    @dmlopez68 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    Wow, how fantastic!! The plants and greenery are absolutely beautiful, the windows are amazing, the bathrooms and all that wonderful colored tile is so cute and unique. I am so excited to watch your journey, thank you so much for posting this!!

  • @DanielMLaw
    @DanielMLaw 12 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I have no idea where this is, but if it's in the US, you're going to need a couple million dollars to do a proper renovation. Add an elevator and some balconies. Tear it down to the exterior walls, and completely rebuild the interior. First step is hire a good architect. (I am a builder of custom homes for the last 25 years) Good luck.

  • @LifeWitSed
    @LifeWitSed 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    this place is gonna be sick 🔥

  • @wainwrightroad6100
    @wainwrightroad6100 26 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    OMGosh! I am here for it And can't wait to follow along. I wish I had patron cash or superchat funds. The best I can do is watch ALL your monetized vids and ads all the way through as often as possible to help offset your costs.
    This building needs to be saved. I am so happy for you and your family!
    That suite of rooms on the top floor, I think would have been the headmasters quarters, hench the first kitchen. Then the smaller rooms were likely either teachers or maids rooms and they shared the second kitchen.
    What great spaces!
    Sad to think you'll likely lose the crunch basket weave tile in the top floor bath, but if you can as much of the mosaic bathroom tile on the lower levels as possible, that would be so awesome!

  • @DPryorAustralia
    @DPryorAustralia 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    When fixed, it will be beautiful! Going through this first building, I see great potential for apartments and rental income. Very nice! :)

  • @judithmalan1502
    @judithmalan1502 8 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Such beautiful building. WAIT before removing shrubs, PLEASE....

  • @wintergirl3298
    @wintergirl3298 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    First, please don’t listen to the criticisms. If you were to ask they would never take on a job that size. I commend you and can’t wait to watch your progress and be on this journey with you. Hang in there. Your videos are just fine

  • @jimebbert8352
    @jimebbert8352 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    Looks like a great project! Congrats on the purchase. A few things I think most people would like to know though are what was the purchase price and what do you anticipate your renovation costs will be in this period of high inflation? Also, what city in Pennsylvania is that property located in? It appears to be a very large building for just a single person to be living in so is your plan to split the building into several units or just one very large home? Get your roof repaired, gutters cleaned and repaired and your windows sealed. Before you do anything make sure every square foot of the building is watertight. I look forward to following your project!

  • @Cjs_Travelin_Van-Na
    @Cjs_Travelin_Van-Na 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Holy Sheiks ! This feels like those dreams I used to have where I was in a big beautiful house, but it was so big, I kept getting lost!! Can't wait to follow along.

  • @donnaryan9365
    @donnaryan9365 21 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    AGREE DO NOT Take OUT any BUSHES!!! Find a gifted Gardner to trim and help you with the landscape!

  • @WheatenBeauty1
    @WheatenBeauty1 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +5

    Amazing butler's pantry (times two!). Headmaster's suites might explain the kitchens? And room with sink infirmary?

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      I know! excited to be able to also store lots of food. Though it might go bad before i get to it! I do love costco though its a huge spiral! Thanks for the support!

  • @runamonk
    @runamonk 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    This place has some real potential. I look forward to seeing what you guys do with it.

  • @deborahstone9696
    @deborahstone9696 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    I myself can imagine this as a building for people being rehoused. Especially now a day's with soo many people having issues with drugs etc.❤❤❤❤

  • @markgatton5096
    @markgatton5096 15 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

    You are living my dream. I've always wanted to buy an old school and live in it. 2 thumps up!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  15 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Thanks for the support! And you can do it!!!

    • @markgatton5096
      @markgatton5096 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@watchere I'm a disabled vet surviving off of 18k a year. I have to decide between utilities and food every month.

  • @upnotchesgent498
    @upnotchesgent498 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    i"m all in can't wait to see your journey,

    • @watchere
      @watchere  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Appreciate it! Thanks for the support!

  • @angelasteelman8965
    @angelasteelman8965 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +6

    I’m so excited to have found your channel at the start of this journey. I agree with many commenters about slowing down and I can’t wait to see how your filming and editing improves as you go along. Even now, you are doing much better than I ever could 🤣 I’m looking forward to many more videos!

    • @watchere
      @watchere  27 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Thanks for the support! Im going to definitely slow down more and work on the camera stability! Also dont be so critical of yourself! "A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step" You got this!

  • @catmamabrown7363
    @catmamabrown7363 16 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This is great. I’m a teacher and I would lovvvvvveeee to have a school to make my home and keep the lockers in the hallways and the classrooms the way they were and have a large cafeteria for my kitchen

    • @watchere
      @watchere  16 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thats actually awesome to hear. I figured teachers would be sick of being in schools all day!

  • @MrDucatiV4
    @MrDucatiV4 13 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    This can become an amazing mansion if done right!!!! So many potential and beautiful place!!!

  • @Rump66626
    @Rump66626 24 วันที่ผ่านมา +3

    You should definitely get rid of the foundation plantings. Nothing good comes from plants right up against your house. You might consider transplanting some of the better quality stuff, but part of making a home your own is the plantings surrounding it. Clean the slate!