On The Brink Of Losing 800-Year-Old Family Mansion | Country House Rescue | Abode
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- Fulford Manor is a gorgeous grade one listed house in Exeter. The house has been in the Fulford family for 800 years. Francis is the 28th generation to inherit the home where he lives with his wife, Kishanda and 3 sons. However, the couple have officially run out of money. The house only makes them $11,500 a year, which is spent paying back the debts they owe. As a result, there hasn’t been any money for renovations and the couple are struggling. Francis wants his eldest to inherit the home in a better state than he did; but at this rate, they’ll lose it first. Businessman, Simon Davis is on the case to try and help the couple keep their doors open. But will they take his help?
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Bravo to Simon for not loosing his mind
Arrogance, arrogance, arrogance. Im so disappointed that Simon gave such professional advice to people who do not want to listen. There are so many people who could take this opportunity and run with it and it is a huge shame that this couple chose to ignore everything offered to them.
I think theres quite a bit of drinking that goes with their thinking.
With elbow grease and a determined, steady effort a lot could have been done over 40-50 years towards renovation and generating additional income.
So true, sadly. I couldn't even get to the end. I only hope these people's children aren't as insufferable as they are.
@@MizzAugust7 🤣🤣🤣
@@MizzAugust7 Could be drink I suppose, but I honestly thought Francis had a head injury, as for Kisahndra...menopause maybe?
You can’t run away from your responsibilities when you own a house like this
I love those words AND felt sorry for Simon - which shows that you just cannot help some people.
Bravo for the effort and creativity!
The woman seemed unhappy about everything. They asked for Simon’s help. You’d think they would be respectful to each other on camera. Couldn’t even be bothered to get up to have breakfast with their guest. Very rude people.
Sad for the house, but rude people like these deserve to loose everything. The house will certainly outlive them and will be restored to former glory, as soon as someone with a good heart and soul takes over.
@@Vontharau47 wise words
They did the show just for the publicity, nothing more
Lovely couple. I’d love to be there with fists full of cash to hand them! Absolutely, Not. I can’t imagine spending an evening there. Overpriced with arrogant owners would not stack up. Looks to me like a truly miserable evening. Poor Simon. They really wasted his time & talent. He should’ve walked out early on. They treated him terribly.
@@Gecko.... Like they do on all the shows they appear on, I think they hope someone will feel sorry for them and just hand them money.
Painful to watch. NO grace at all extended. People over charged. Very poor conditions. I wouldn't stay there for free. Think of breathing in all that mold! No thanks. Poor Simon. Yes indeed, they wasted his time and showed no understanding of the urgent need of their home's condition. Very sad.
Right? All I kept thinking was even in the first 3 minutes was why didn’t they power wash the outside? Those windows are atrocious. Ugh 🤮
Once again, we/ve been shown that MONEY CAN'T BUY CLASS! Costs nothing to be classy...u feel better and so does everyone around you!
They should both be embarrassed by their rude, arrogant and undignified behavior. They deserve to lose the home.
It’s obvious that they really didn’t want any help in the first place. They only wanted the attention. And it’s a shame that they wasted away their great opportunity.
Without a doubt Francis and Kishanda are the biggest impediment to the success of that house.
I thought she was ok actually by far the more sensible one
Take that back got a bit further in lol
they are like a negative characture of the landed gentry!!!
@@lunity1111 Not really. She wants to have fun... not save the house.
Oh she is dreary
These people were rude and delusional. It appears their relationship is hanging by a thread too. How ungrateful to get free professional help and then not heed one bit of it. I am guessing they are no longer on the property, let me know, maybe I will buy it😏
I would suggest if she was not tied to him financially they would have divorced years ago. If she sticks it out, he is likely to pop his clogs first and her and her kids get the place. Sell up, move to a nice modern Penthouse or regular 5 bedroom
Thank you, I was going to comment that I've never seen people so rude and delusional, but then you spared me the effort :)
By the looks of their website they are doing something but damn, that's one crazy couple.
It seems that since this was filmed they have restored three rooms. The great dining room, great parlour, and the ante room have all been fully restored. They didn’t have many pictures but from what I saw it looks nice.
They are still doing weddings. I was curious to see how much they were charging for the weddings and the rooms but unfortunately they don’t have a price on their site.
I’m actually surprised that they still own it.
Yes, unfortunately.
There is no rush as they got money
Not going to lie but this place is one of those places I'd like to visit before I pass on. Something very intriguing about this mansion.
@@rainbowlady1532 right on! it was in the same family for 800 years, but it's not that pretty lol I would rather go to Chatsworth or castle Howard
It’s not fun talking about money???? She must be on something. She can’t be bothered???
Wow. Just wow. She’s a piece of work. I’d feel sorry for the kids that will inherit this money pit but I’m sure they are the same.
uber karen
What parents allow their children to broke as many windows as their children have? Its unfortunate that they inherited that house! If the entire family are anything like them, well them, the house should go to someone who's going to maintain it.
He's an equal piece of work, arrogant and unrealistic. He may very well be the reason she's so annoyed, stuck in a marriage she can't get out of. Why pick on the woman alone?
@@virginiamoss7045 - It’s not a blaming the woman thing. She’s uptight, unhelpful, bratty, resistant to change, self entitled, no charisma, “I want it all my own way” attitude & was seemingly born with a broom up her backside. So yes, she is a piece of work.
Of course we can get into the equally dis-likeable characteristics of him as well. Bombastic, a sense of self importance, a total ineptitude to see the blindingly obvious, lives in a fantasy land & a cringe to watch (let alone spend any social time with) to mention but a few ….
My point is this, just because someone points out the flaws in her it doesn’t mean he has been exonerated either. I haven’t read through all the posts, but I’d take a guess that he’s got a bashing too without anyone saying “Why focus on the man?”
@@virginiamoss7045 I usually try not to post negative comments about people but I have to say this: His porch light is burned out, or in other words, he's not the sharpest knife in the drawer.
She does seem to have to at least tried to make some money with her house by decorating rooms that are supposed to be rented out.
I think if they had been more teachable and open minded I wouldn't have made this comment, but it's almost impossible to feel any sympathy towards them because of their clueless arrogance.
Seems like a painful situation & family. I suspect substance issues and all that comes with it - codependency, denial. I feel sorry for the teenage kids. That’s a lot.
His complexion and his necessary drink may be a clue.
I thought I was the only one who thought Kishanda is a secret drinker thus her inability to be up in the morning. Her moodiness was also strange.
Is she overpricing the rooms and venue as a passive aggressive way to make sure her home doesn’t become a hotel or events venue? She wants this to be her home and entertain/show off for her friends.
That definitely was a strong possibility.
I have been to country fox hunts that were more welcoming than the shooting event. I can’t believe he charged for the event, what a clod!
I saw him ( the owner) on a ghost hunters show. He was charming and generous to let their crew have the run of the place.
I would love to know how they’re doing now 10 years later 😮
The property is still in the family according to the website.
This is what happens when cousins marry.
I was thinking that the male heir does seem a bit off, perhaps from inbreeding
First cousins at that. 😂
Haha!! Right?! 😂
Wait - are they Seriously cousins??
Exactly what I was going to say!Centuries of marrying cousins and there you have obviously mentality unwell English aristocrats on full display 😅
Francis seems like he is boozed up most of the time, and she is one of the reasons for it XD
How drunk were these people during filming?
Weird that the people don't at all seem to be embarrassed by their poor manners and lack of willingness to DO something about their predicament. Heads in the sand. Now I have to watch some tiny house shows to clean my palate!
She’s really good at slamming doors 🙄
Oh, I so would start a gardening club, and a murder mystery weekends.❤ I love this place, what a beautiful spot. So many possibilities.
I finally know how these beautiful Mansions end up as Ruins. I have a 1600 sq ft rental house that I make 40k a year on. With something like this It should make 200k+ a year easy. They both act privileged and arrogant. I'm sure their kids will sell what's left standing one day because of their parents mishandling of the estate
They're both pickled.
There are many plebs with taste and no money whose homes look better than this. The countryside, however, is to die for. I hope the heir lost the arrogance and inherited some brains and put it to good use.
I feel their children are very lucky to be boarding elsewhere!
Well, congrats to them on throwing away 800 years of family history! 👏🏼 Both have serious problems & it’s a crying shame this house was passed down to these irresponsible, ignorant nitwits. No business sense (or any sense) whatsoever. Let’s hope the eldest son who inherits is nothing like these two & can really make the house into a money maker, & in turn, save this piece of history from going past the point of saving.
Fullford - always good entertainment. But no chance of commercial survival
I think Simon needs to learn too. He called Kishanda's pricing somethng like 'absurd' - and from then she couldn't wait to get rid of him. She organised her jazz evening to prove to him that she could function well. But he spoke to her as though she was working for him and that was the last straw for her. I think between them they will probably lose the house eventually - they'll be able to hang on, as the place falls apart more - but the kid who inherits will then have to dispose of it - which is probably what they're reckoning on, so they don't have to face up to. the loss.
All I can say is WOW! Poor Simon
We have to focus on values rather then price because everthing is not negotiable means 800 year old family is goldmine and they may not be intrested to treat it as a business because the property itself with the art and grand staircases is priceless if they are able to restore the house would be a great idea .
I might add, that I own a 3 bedroom home in a major city in the world and make 30 thousand pounds a year on three small bedrooms and one bathroom. The house is 1,700 square ft. No pain no gain
These 2 people are the most entitled people I've ever seen they don't even work and I don't believe they ever did I feel very sorry for this man for wasting his valuable time
STAGED.
Well did they lose it?
i just googled it and apparently they are still in it and have renovated some rooms and they are doing visits themselves of everything that has been renovated, i would love to know how they did financially...
Well, at some point, Arthur, the eldest son & heir to the estate, will inherit the bigger problem. He has two younger brothers, Humphrey & Edmund, and a younger sister, Matilda, to pitch in if they are motivated & willing. The future will tell us.
😂😂Like why are those two so stingy and the woman is like “throwing a tantrum” like a kid, their hospitality is nonexistent 😂🤣😂 the husband is like “I’m losing money if I don’t charge for the trial” and I’m over here like.. how much are you making again with an Empty hotel? 😂😂😂
I'm 6 minutes in and they're already driving me mad.
"I've seen the house before?!" Okay so you're willing to put zero effort into anything. Got it. That tracks.
Edit. 10 mins in.
Okay. He needed to slow her down to get used to the way it's done there - which is: nothing is done.
Wow. Interesting.
I'm aware it's TV and there can be done a lot with cutting scenes a certain way but... well they don't look good. Let's say that.
What an obnoxious couple, poor Simon so sorry you wasted your time, I hope they end up having to sell I really do cuz that house deserves more than they’re prepared to give.
She needs to grow up. What a spoiled child
They’re going to lose the house. Sad that in 800 years no one taught them how to handle money.
Fun Fact: Spinal Tap performed Jazz Odyssey there.
NOT EVERYBODY IS A BUSINESSMAN. THEY LIVED A LIFE TOO EASY.
These were the worst people ever. If, all shows had people like this couple, I’d never watch again. Thankfully, they do have others that are wonderful like the ‘Crawford’s’ who were so lovely. Simon was really was the shining star.
I hope that they've lost it. They don't deserve it and I hope their kids don't get it either
41:41 Krishanda at her finest.
What arrogant people those Fulfords are. They don't deserve the help. Painful to watch. Well done Simon for at least trying.
They ressemble the Dursleys so much hahaha
Very cavalier of Francis to leave valuable framed art in room(s) that have peeling paint & previously leaking (potentially leaking) pipes. This video at least 12 yrs old. They are still there per Wiki.
Yikes. What a pair they are.
Their delusion will be their downfall. Shockingly, they appear to still own the property. From their website, it looks little has changed (up graded). Maybe they sold off some land.
Forgive me..I think Francis is more focused on unlimited alchol
Oh how the rich end up falling. Bet there anscestry never thought the family in the future would lose there wealth. No kings; bully tacticts; or instilling fear can save these people now. Them days have thankfully gone. Its new money now that leads the way. Thank god.
The arrogance and incompetence of these people is mind-boggling. Did it ever occur to either of them to check out the competition? They make me want to become a socialist. No family should be hogging 3,000 acres for themselves, especially if they can't manage it.
Such an obnoxious couple, oh my.
I agree you've sadly wasted your time, yet an extraordinary effort on your part. I believe a long relationship with alcohol has a gnarly hand in their story.
I couldn't go beyond 10:58, that man Francis is insufferable to listen to....and it seems his wife can't stand him anymore......
They are their own worst enemies
I wonder what the update is...
They owe Simon an apology. Then they should divorce because they're a toxic, dysfunctional couple. The manor and community deserve better than this abysmal couple.
I've never hoped for anyone to fail in this program. Untill this episode..
😂😂 Same!!! Like why are those two so stingy and the woman is like “throwing a tantrum” like a kid, their hospitality is nonexistent 😂🤣😂 the husband is like “I’m losing money if I don’t charge for the trial” and I’m over here like.. how much are you making again with an Empty hotel? 😂😂😂
“No more money in the pot” but won’t take amazing advice on how to fix it. I unfortunately think they are going to fail and I hope someone purchases the location and makes it successful
You are darned skippy!
I couldn't stand them. 😂😂😂
Nor me pompous………….
What an odd situation to walk into, they obviously are not serious about saving their estate or manor, or the future of the eldest who will inherit a dilapidated building in financial ruin. Shame.
They’re selfish basically
@@meganr9280 both selfish and arrogant, it seems to me.
The situation is clearly not as bad as made out, I think they just pretend it is to get on these types of shows for the publicity. The house is pretty much secure with a non-leaking roof, they seem to be able to service their debts with the revenue from their farms so they are just happy drifting along in their house with the odd wedding making them some spending money. Maybe the next generation will have some more drive to realise the houses full potential, that's the way these artistocratic/gentry families work, they get 1 good heir who is finacially responsible then 1 bad heir who squanders the money, and so on.
The twilight zone 😳
@@Gecko....no their son has no drive.
Her arrogance was beyond comprehension - repulsive and the clown she was married to … I don’t know how Simon lasted as long as he did. Can you imagine having someone go to the trouble Simon did to help you save “your home” , not his, and have the Gaul to act like your the one doing him a favor with your wonderful presence.What a waste of Simons time; I wonder how many people were praying to be the ones Simon chose to help and he ends up with these ungrateful losers. That place was such a dump and dirty looking; can’t imagine what they’ll do now.
Uh he put three radiators in one room. He's not a serious person.
gall
OMG Simon is an absolute soldier I can’t believe he had to deal with these two untreated alcoholics pissing their lives away embarrassing themselves publicly and Simon walks out with his dignity and self respect intact ..........
Yes, u can see how purplish-red her face and neck look in a lot of shots.
Yes, I don't know how he kept himself from uttering a few choice words and storming out himself when confronted for the umpteenth time with her negativity and rudeness, and his cloud cuckoo-land 'hooray-Henry'-style idiocy. They both seemed lost in their own bubbles of some sort of class-based entitlement, in which they'd lost touch completely with current realities.
They desperately needed a fresh pair of eyes but they couldn't see or didn't want to know that what they proposed to offer- a casual, family/friendly style of hospitality in a semi-derelict, once beautiful country pile - was not marketable for the price they wanted to charge. They could at least have listened respectfully to Simon's expertise on room/ hospitality prices, and offered their own alternative ideas for potentially profitable events if they didn't feel any enthusiasm for the one he suggested. But in the end, even the 'jazz club' turned out to be nothing but a one-off private party for friends.
Possibly the idea of doing anything that smacked of business or commerce, involving having to mingle with, and horror-of-horrors, even serve the (potentially non-posh) general public, actually just revolted them - thus the curiously defensive attitude..
As with a lot of entitled people born into privilege, they wanted to have their lovely place to live and money to roll in from somewhere, but in the end weren't prepared to put themselves out, in the slightest, to earn any of it.
Sad.
Apparently they expect someone to just hand them the money to save the manor. They don't know what it means to "earn" your place and now refuse to put in the work.
Yes, I’ve seen them on past TV shows & it really does appear that they agree to go on them in the hopes that some super rich person will just give them the money for repairs, etc, or that the government will cough up.
I very much doubt he has done a days work in his life. And before anyone says, organising for repairs to be done on your own house is not work.
I believe you could be right. I assume the TV Show paid them $$$$ for the show. That’s all they wanted.
Landed gentry have never, ever, worked for a single penny. Why work when you can live large and have the peasants pay for everything?
Fascinating to me how the people living in these houses still have the exact same personalities of the people who lived there 300 years ago. They should have to be taken out of their homes and live in a tiny house with only 10,000 pounds a year and maybe they'll get a little bit grateful. They expected to sit there and do nothing and be saved...
Quite a few of these have made a successful business if it. But it tends to be the younger ones. Many of these shows have documented a battle to get the older ones to let go of the reins. No young ones around in this case.
Well said. These types of people anger and astonish me
@@fromireland8663Offspring were mentioned were they not?
She's a ray of sunshine isn't she? Doesn't look miserable or unhappy at all.
oh my I was just comin to the comments to make a similar comment lolololllll
@@asabovesobelow7981 How fast can u pack? Can't wait to get there...she's the ultimate life of the party, isn't she?
She needs thrown out on her rear end. No man should have to put up with a wife like that
Alcoholic ?😊
Mind she has spent 20 + years living with him.
Shandra or whatever her name is needs to stop acting as if she is a billionaire. ffs
Kishanda, the mother, has been known to try & solve the family's financial difficulties by gambling on horse races. I am thinking that's not a good solution.
She doesn't want to talk about money, she only wants to impress her friends and be the hostess with the mostest.
except her friends talk bad about the house when they leave.
Exactly what I'm seeing they want the lifestyle but don't have the money.
Exactly!
I do get the impression she married the house, and what she thought would be the lifestyle, rather than Francis..and now comes across as rather bitter that the future she envisioned didn't pan out the way she planned.
@@annA48126 It's possible that Francis was handsome, funny and charming when he was young, but we'll never know. Anyway he's just a ridiculous drunk now, so I don't blame her for her disappointment and bitterness.
Wow Kishanda is a piece if work! And I'm not sure Francis is the full ticket. That shooting lunch looked awful, like a school dinner and they were charging 50 quid! They are both in cloud cuckoo land that stunning house is doomed...
Totally agree 💯💯💯💯💯
stephenclayton3072 Actually thought the shepherds/cottage pie with rich gravy and broad beans looked pretty tasty especially for lunch on a cold winters day.
I’ve never wanted someone to lose their family home so bad. Absolutely appalling how disrespectful and small minded this couple are. My condolences to the children that will inherit this dilapidated mansion.
Or the 4 kids instantly wrote off the dilapidated mansion and flew the nest and moved straight into new builds. Could actually imagine Arthur, Edmond, Humphrey and Matilda doing that tbh
Oh, don’t feel sorry for them. Other shows featuring them make it clear they’re hideously unruly and entitled.
Actually the 4 kids are just as entitled & idiotic as their parents, there’s a whole documentary on them called “F***ing Fulfords” all available on youtube
@@rainbowlady1532 That would be the sensible thing. These 'aristocratic' families are hanging onto something that is long gone, the idea that they need to keep the family seat going for the next generation. Why? To what end? I understand years ago when their titles meant something and came with power and influence.
They do come with influence and power @@Gecko....
This couple was something else.
Dear me, what a pair, Francis reminds me of the Harry Enfield character "Mr Nice but Dim" He seems totally gormless, and even after seeing the other wedding venue, with its fabulous decor and furniture, he still thought him charging more for his dirty dilapidated, mould ridden ruin was justifiable. As for Kishandra, I reckon she was raised in a council housing estate somewhere, never taught etiquette or manners, she probably thought marrying Mr Nice but Dim would lead to a life of luxury, now she is stuck in that crumbling ruin, cold, dirty and a health hazard with all that mould.
You are quite quick to jump to conclusions. Not that quick witted yourself if you base your understanding of a person you never met on a scripted television show. Haha, this world is really something isn't it?
I can attest to Francis Fulford not being even close to "dim". On the contrary - quite clever. He's laid back, not a go-getter business minded sort of person. It's not in his nature. A lot of these estates are built with a big cash flow in mind. After the modernization of the western world at the turn of the last century (ca. 1900) these families have had to pay for the upkeep with little to no cash flow. Inheritance- and tax laws have done a great deal of damage as well. Although these laws are on their way of being modernized. Slowly, all too slowly, but still on it's way.
@@wisdomseekertv Are you Francis Fulford?
@@truthseeker444 That's cute
Kishandra was born in Tanzania to a colonial administrator family.
so you're saying that if someone is raised on a council estate they don't have etiquette or manners? How jolly rude.
That guy is nuts! His aristocratic neighbour is definitely not singing on the same hymn sheet. You can literally see his enterprising neighbour bitting his tongue.
Kishanda is an impossible piece of work.
What a disgustingly awful human she is
She's definitely comes across as a cow at times
Wow! Francis and Kishanda are impossible to deal with. It appears to me that the two live in a delusional world. The historic homes is falling apart around around them, and Francis doesn't seem to think about selling some land to earn money for the restoration. They showed no interest in any of Simon's ideas. Neither if them were willing to do what was necessary to save this historic home from further decay. They were all talk and not action.
Seemed as if they wanted an instant no effort solution which would miraculously happen around them.
@@jasperhorace7147 Of course!
$275 for a room with dinner and the way he kept emphasizing all you can drink you can tell what is the only thing this owner thinks is important. What might be important to him is not what is important to higher end clientele. People with money that like to drink don't frown on paying per drink.
Yep, and do people really drink $100 worth of alcohol a night? I'm doubtful, unless they are really high rollers, and those people would demand nicer facilities.
Yes, the emphasis on all the alcohol you can drink made it clear what he found important.
Talk about a match made in heaven, those two are perfect for each other. A blockhead and a stuck up princess.
I don't know which one is worse. But they seem to be made by each other. I can imagine nothing worse than staying in this home. Ghastly place that needs a complete makeover. And you would need to stay without the hosts as well. They have no idea.
A shining example of the old saying, "You can lead a horse to water, but you cant make it drink!".
Well stated. I believe you’ve nailed the situation perfectly. 👏👏👏
I would rather die a thousand deaths than ever dine with this couple.
Don't worry, she wouldn't show up anyway. If in doubt, make it breakfast - she'll be in bed still.
Kishanda is abhorrent.
Simon was incredibly dignified in his dealings with Lord Frivolous and Lady Pissy. Sad to see the place go down in ruins because the owners are in steep denial.
Being in their own way will be a costly learning lesson, which is quite sad. The house is lovely, really!
What a waste, in every way. Rude and greedy people. They will reap what they sow.
They are doomed for failure! Obviously don't care that someone legitimately has viable ideas to help them. These people are so ridiculous, it has to be a put on, because no one would be daft enough to reject expert help!
They did the show to get free exposure for their rentals but didn't want any help, they're too arrogant to listen...
Oh she is so rude ....
Its like watching people in a burning building not leaving, and hoping the fire will go out on its own. Its all good..... 🙄
lol perfect analogy
I’m very sad to see a property so beautiful and going to ruin for the future owners
First impression, a narcissist and an alcoholic who both have loose grips on reality.
Wow! What a pair of immature children!! No mature adults in that household! So disappointing 😞
I can just imagine that couple reading all of the honest comments about them. Narcissism certainly redefines reality to suit their own perversion.
they live in the clouds. They don't want to make money, in no hurry while their house falls down around them.
They are so bull headed!
There's a reason this place is as buggered as it is. Good grief.
He’s a dummy. Has failed every entrance exam he’s ever taken from Eton to Color guards. No Uni either.
These people are acting like total idiots and they do not deserve to have such an amazing place like that. Absolutely despicable behaviour.
Gosh. What awful people. Their rudeness and lack of graciousness is so telling. Terrible advertising for their business -- wouldn't stay there for free!
Wait but the rooms have linen 🤣🤣🤣
This was originally aired back in 2012 or so. What is the current state of Fulford? Did they end up selling? Current updates would be interesting.
can be found on Wikipedia - they are still owning it
@@michaelprazak7923 What state is it in? Any photos?
@@samanthab1923 Google it
@@samanthab1923 they still haven’t sorted the great halls wallpaper but they are trying to rent it out for events
@@izzyfarmer2500 I happened to see the house on a ghost hunting show on YT. It looked the best I’d ever seen it. The Lord of the Manor on the other hand seemed well oiled.
They are more suited to hosting funerals than weddings. With unlimited alcohol.
Could be a stunning venue for special occasions.... But clearly the old man at the head of the family will not change. There have been many TV shows on him and the estate.... If he doesn't loose the family estate, the next in line will....
I don't know a bit about the England's electrical system, and how safe it is. I'd be worried in the US, In an old stately manner with old wiring, the house may catch fire due to overloading the circuits with all those heaters. Also, from the git go, from the very beginning I suspected this rescue would fail due to apathetic, entitled owners. Soon, they will be selling off land to pay the bills. But, their reluctance to start making some effort that will bankroll the house, I think they have more in the coffers than the owner let on. He's likable enough, but both of them are an ungrateful waste of energy to anyone who attempts to help them in any way. They are really a strange lot as the Brits would say! 😁😎👍✌☃🎄
It would be interesting to hear what the bottom line is on their finances, but the wife, Kishanda, didn't want to say. I wondered why she and Francis invited poor Simon there to begin with. The free stay idea would have generated good will and future business.
@@twistoffate4791 They just wanted to be paid for being on the show
@@samanthab1923 You're probably right. That's the best explanation.
Remember a lot are scripted too
@@lunity1111lol if that's all scripted why aren't other owners humilitaiing themselves in this show?
Just saw this today, November 5th, 2022, for the first. Has anyone gone back, since? I would like to see if their eldest son has inherited the manor, yet?
Perhaps as a younger generation, he would be willing to listen to reason
I began to believe this episode was entirely staged for effect - particularly since the couple enlisted Simon's advice yet, at every turn, gave excuses why Simon's ideas were not feasible. No doubt - Simon has the patience of a saint. At the end, his best advice should have been for them to 'sell,' and quickly, while the house still stands.
I have my doubts that two elitists would agree to acting like such arses for a program.
@LQOTW which is why it is most likely staged /scripted.
The husband does not want his wife to speak. I applaud when the man told the husband to stop talking because he was listening to the wife.
I don't think she had anything to contribute...she walked around the estate like a scowling petulant child who also appears to have a problem telling the truth - or communicating like an adult
She seems ditzy and with nothing to add.. she is more interested in having fun than saving the house.. I totally get why he shuts her up.;
It's because he's so freaking arrogant.
I can't help feeling like it was all an act. These two lunatics seem surreal. 😂