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House Tour Part 1: Entrance Hall and Staircase

BY Kevin Lee Jacobs | August 15, 2017 286 Comments

Last updated on August 24th, 2021

This week, just for fun, I filmed a tour of Clover Hill — the 1826 house that my spouse and I are restoring. This particular episode includes a brief history of the house, and a walk through its large, L-shaped entrance hall. To watch the video, just click the “play” arrow below.

Want me to film other rooms in the house? Just drop me a note in the comments field below. I’d love to walk you through the parlor, the dining room, the music room, and the upstairs bedrooms and library. But only if you’re game to see them!

xKevin

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Comments

  1. 1

    Joan Crounse says

    August 15, 2017 at 5:43 pm

    Yes! More please.

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    Patty says

    August 15, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    Kevin, thank you for the tour of your entrance hall. I would love to see more of your beautiful home.

    Patty

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    Sandy Davis says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    Your restoration is beautiful ! Would love to see more .

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    gail says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    I absolutely love the draperies in the alcove, Kevin. They are beautiful! Yes please. Show us more of the house too!

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    Laurel Fardoux says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:25 pm

    You are a joy to listen to. I just love all your silly comments in your cooking videos about what color spoon to use etc. Hilarious
    This video of your home ( with Lily the Beagle) was charming and yes, I would like to see more. Your home is gorgeous!!!!

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    Delores says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:35 pm

    Thank you for the tour of your entrances hall –you did a beautiful job- yes, I would love to see more of your stunning home!!!!

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    Andrea says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:36 pm

    It’s fun to see your lovely house and garden – more please!

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    Cathy says

    August 15, 2017 at 6:54 pm

    Keep them coming! And thank you for taking the time to make and post the videos. Your home is lovely and a joy to see.

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    Laurene Stopford says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:09 pm

    Loved the tour. Thanks for sharing. More please

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    Kathy Jaynes says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:13 pm

    Such fun! Thanks for the tour.

    I would really enjoy seeing more of the house. I also enjoy your posts regarding how you clean the house. Especially appreciated are your recipes for cleaning solutions. It may seem mundane, but the practical topics and the “how to” demos are really helpful and fun to watch.

    I am planning to begin work on my boxwood edged kitchen garden in the spring and have found your helpful hints and advice invaluable.

    Thanks again. Enjoy your “work” so much.

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    Flora says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:15 pm

    Yes!!

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    Eugenie van Zyl says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:34 pm

    Kevin, thank you so much for showing us the entrance hall to your lovely house! You and Silverfox did an amazing job! Yes please, let the camera roll!

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    Joanne Toft says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    Great fun! Thanks for sharing. Would love to see more. I enjoyed the history you could give along with how you restored things.

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    Tressa Rhodes says

    August 15, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    Yes, this is the first time I’ve toured a beautiful, restored historic house.

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    Linda Holcomb says

    August 15, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    That was fun. Let’s do some more!

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    Ray Garassino says

    August 15, 2017 at 8:40 pm

    Just gorgeous. I’d love to see more.

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    Paula says

    August 15, 2017 at 8:48 pm

    Please do continue the house tour, Kevin! It allows me to be snoopy without appearing to be so!

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    Arvella says

    August 15, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    Yes, please continue with the video tours. I love seeing your lovely home.

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    Zola says

    August 15, 2017 at 10:05 pm

    Absolutely want to see the WHOLE House, also am waiting for COOK BOOK.

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    Linda DiCioccio says

    August 15, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    After this tease, of course I would love to see the rest of your beautiful historic home! I love your attention to detail.

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    Kelly says

    August 15, 2017 at 10:41 pm

    Love it! Can’t wait for more!

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    Renee says

    August 16, 2017 at 12:01 am

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and yes, I would love to see more!

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    Phyllis B says

    August 16, 2017 at 12:26 am

    I would love to see every beautiful room!

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    Myrtle Miller says

    August 16, 2017 at 12:41 am

    You have a natural gift for giving tours. You were knowledgable, completely at ease and very gracious. The only thing missing was next time please include the cats.. And hope you also do videos of the gardens and any piano playing would also be appreciated.

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    Denise says

    August 16, 2017 at 1:22 am

    Thank you for the tour Kevin. You and the Silver Fox …. and Lily……have done a beautiful restoration job! I would love to see more of the house.

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    Lynn says

    August 16, 2017 at 3:35 am

    Can I have some Please!

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    Jan says

    August 16, 2017 at 7:52 am

    Please sir, I want some more. Would love the tour to continue. Thanks!

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    Jan Edmondson says

    August 16, 2017 at 8:16 am

    Definitely!! YES!! Would love to see the rest of your restoration!! What you have shown is just beautiful. I love the home homes and cry when I see one falling apart and no one to care for it. Please do continue.

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    Tina says

    August 16, 2017 at 9:29 am

    Hello, Kevin
    How wonderful to see Lily the Beagle again! And just as wonderful is seeing the interior of your home with all of your hard work. This is so obviously a labor of love and your home is beautiful. We would really love to see other rooms in your home, as would all of us who follow your writings. I would like especially to see the home of your (with the help of Sous Chef Lily!) culinary creations, the kitchen! And since I’m a little over the top on pantries, I’d love to see that as well. Thank you so much for letting us come into your home! (And please thank Mr. Silver Fox for us, as well).

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    Jeanelle H. Davis says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:05 am

    Thanks for the video. I love historical homes and would love to see more of your beautiful home.

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    Joan Fay says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:39 am

    Love seeing your home and Lily the Beagle!!!!! Your home is absolutely beautiful and I would love to see more!!!!

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    Cary Bradley says

    August 16, 2017 at 12:04 pm

    Love it! I’m curious about why you suggest picking up portraits rather than landscapes. Is it a cost thing, or do you just prefer portraits of folks to landscapes? Nosey needs to know! 🙂

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    Kevin Lee Jacobs says

    August 16, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    Hi Cary- I forgot to say in video that 19th century portraits are always less expensive than landscapes. (Probably because most people don’t want “other people’s” ancestors hanging on their walls!)

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    Anne says

    August 16, 2017 at 2:07 pm

    Yes, more, please!

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    Joan Fletcher says

    August 16, 2017 at 2:43 pm

    love it more please

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    Tammy says

    August 16, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    So very lovely…and yes, please, to more videos of you beautiful home!

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    C Chard says

    August 16, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    Your house is AWESOME Kevin! Would love to see more videos!

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    Leslie D says

    August 16, 2017 at 11:25 pm

    What fun to have a show-and-tell video. Thanks very much. I’d love to see more, please.

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    Jill Mackay says

    August 17, 2017 at 4:25 am

    Yes please I love your recipes and your house is devine!!! Please let’s see No 2!!!
    PS it’s pronounced “Escutchen”

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    Cassandra Tydings says

    August 17, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    Your home ‘s beautiful! Please show us more.

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    Kay in Neb says

    August 18, 2017 at 7:24 am

    Yes!! More house videos, pretty please!

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    Deborah Goodman says

    August 18, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    I’m game for more tours!!! I love old houses. The stories they can tell are unbelievable.

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    Vivian says

    August 19, 2017 at 7:12 pm

    Lovely!! Yes please show us more!!

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    Jeanne says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:26 am

    Love the tour! We also own a 19th century home, but it’s far less grand. I can appreciate all the hard work that goes into restoration. I’d love to see the rest of what you’ve done.

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    Susan says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:28 am

    What a beautiful home you and Mr. Silver Fox are restoring. I definitely want to see more of your home and of course, sweet Lily.

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    Merrill in Illinois says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:35 am

    More more more! Beautiful and intriguing-bravo!

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    Lee says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:36 am

    Please show us more, so beautiful

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    LynnAnn says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:36 am

    Yes, Kevin more house video please….you should also consider doing a video on flower arranging.

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    Verla Willett says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:41 am

    Kevin, loved the tour and would enjoy seeing more. Thank you for sharing your lovely home and all the work you and Silver Fox have done.

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    Debbie says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:47 am

    Kevin, I’ve been following you for years. You posted photos and descriptions of your renovation projects before . . . but this video tour was outstanding. So wonderful to see the dramatic views and of course … there is Lily the Beagle – I’m a sucker for her ya know 🙂
    Please do continue on with the virtual tours… I’d love to see some ZOOM IN’s on the detailed woodwork … oh oh and those turn of the century fireplaces as well. Thanks for sharing your home.

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    Barb Milburn says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:53 am

    The love shows in both your home and, more importantly, your approach to keeping authenticity. Thank you for sharing. More, please, along with Lily and Silver Fox….the inhabitants make the home.

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    Lois says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:53 am

    Enjoyed the tour very much. More! More!

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    Susan R McMurray says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:55 am

    Yes!
    Like stepping back in time
    but with electricity!
    Well done & we are so lucky to have
    you — and Lily & Mr Fox.

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    Christine says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:00 am

    Enjoyed this – thank you.

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    Diane Ellis says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:02 am

    I love to see restorations of old homes. I would love to see your other rooms. Absolutely love the entrance. I do not normally like the green colors, but the colors you chose are wonderful. I love ALL the wood and mouldings. I just love all of what I have seen so far. I watch all restoration shows. Must be my love of history and architecture.

  56. 56

    Clytie says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:04 am

    Definitely love to see more. Look forward to your email each week. Thanks Kevin from Noosa, Australia

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    Mark Cotrupe says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:06 am

    Beautiful house. I want one. Keep the videos coming. It’s nice to see there are people who still appreciate the beauty of the old houses.

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    Cathy says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:06 am

    Thank you saving this beautiful home. Restoring a 1794c home myself…I appreciate all the behind the scenes labor and costs involved. It is a labor of love. Yes please keep posting videos of the rest of the house. You are a natural at presentation.

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    Betsy Pedersen says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:07 am

    Would love to see more !

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    Lyn says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:09 am

    What a great tour of your entrance ,, Excellent job,, something to be soo proud of ,, would love to see more,,

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    TiaB says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:10 am

    Your house is so beautiful! I really enjoyed your commentary on the entrance hall and look forward to more tours in the future. Bonus points if they feature Lily!

    Our house was built in 1864 and we look forward to restoring it bit by bit. There are so many “remuddles” to correct. We’d hoped to find wood floors beneath the carpeting, but alas there is only plywood so the carpets are staying put for now! Thankfully we have an Amish sawmill and a reclaimed lumber mill within a half hour’s drive. (Whew!)

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    Bette says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:11 am

    Absolutely more!!!!

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    Marie Cmpbell says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:14 am

    MORE, MORE. MORE.

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    Judy says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:18 am

    Yes, please! I would love to see more of your and Lily’s home.

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    Maria says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:20 am

    Your home is beautiful….but your love for your home, your life, is even more beautiful. I can sense how much attention you lavish on each little corner, on the meals you prepare, on your
    beloved Beagle, on your friends, and this website.

    I love your sense of humor…and I subscribed to you because of your green spatulas, blue rimmed plates & purple bowls – which bowled me over (sorry for the obvious pun) & had me laugh out loud.

    Don’t change anything…..just please share more. 🙂

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    Alice says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:20 am

    Yes, yes, yes, please show us more !

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    Morningstar says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:20 am

    What a joy to watch you and that precious pup in the beautiful surroundings of your home. Yes, we want to see all of it!

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    Catherine says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:24 am

    What Zola said! Also, you are such an inspiration…….thank you❣

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    Rosann says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:27 am

    Yes, definetly more videos! I live in an 1822 cape…….not grand like your home, but it has been fun to redo. We, too, are the fifth owners!

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    Alisa says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:28 am

    Loved the first video and would love to see more. Judy K has told me how beautiful your home is and, of course, seeing is believing. You are quite talented! Thank you so much!

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    Joe kimbar says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:32 am

    Great job Kevin. The entrance hall is beautiful. You and the “Silverfox” did an amazing job with restoration. Drapes were amazing and the alcove, tres chic! Love the staircase as well and the red carpet does an excellent job of accentuating the curved, offset but the conquistador. Keep up the great work and I’d love to see more of your home and restoration work. The added history of the house was a bonus!

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    Beth says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:32 am

    Thank you, Kevin and Lily, for the lovely tour. I found the Conquistador to be particularly interesting. Perhaps there is a story about him somewhere? I surely would love to see more of your historic home.

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    Stan says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:33 am

    Can’t wait to see more of the house and it’s almost time for an early Fall visit to your garden with a tutorial on what to do now.

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    Mary says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:35 am

    Kevin, I loved seeing the tour of your entrance hall and of course your dear beagle. The floors are gorgeous! Your choice of paint color enhances the very beautiful wallpaper. The flower arrangement you first show has inspired me to go out to our flower gardens and find the same flowers which I think we have. I even am going to go find a few new hostas after seeing the beautiful hosta leaf. Thank you for each video, and I sure do hope you’ll be doing tours of every room you’d like to share with us. Thank you.

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    Marcia says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:36 am

    Well of course!!!! The teaser…..the front door and the entrance…..how could we not want more. Will Lily the Beagle escourt us through the house?

    Mine is a 1911, but I also found dreadful carpeting packed in sand and dirt.

    Marcia

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    Dee says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:40 am

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    Debra says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:43 am

    Thumbs up!!

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    Nancy says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:50 am

    Thanks, and of course I agree with all the above.

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    Marg says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:50 am

    Please show more. Beautiful job.

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    Mabel says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:51 am

    Yes !!! We would love to see the rest of the house ! How wonderful, that you were able to preserve this beautiful home! And its’ history.
    Thank you

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    Connie says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:52 am

    Absolutely beautiful entrance! Appreciate you restoring a piece of American history.
    I would love to see more of what you labor of love has in store for your viewers.

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    Judi says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:56 am

    Loved the tour! and now I have a new idea to add my asparagus leaves to my flower arrangements!! More videos!

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    Marie Kupis says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:58 am

    Absolutely loved what I’ve seen. Your house is stunning – more please

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    Jean says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:58 am

    Fun! I’d love to see more.

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    Judy says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:59 am

    Please, sir, may I have some more???? (Oliver)

    It is gorgeous and riveting!

    I cannot wait!

    Thank you!

    Judy S.

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    Maraya says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:02 am

    More, more! Such a lovely home! You and Mr. Silver Fox are fortunate to have this project among your raisons d’être!

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    Gerry Morgan says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:07 am

    Kevin, this was a wonderful treat. Thank you. Please do more!

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    AnneCecilia says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:10 am

    As always, loved your video…and the house, well! I would say you are lucky to live there, but then I am aware of just how much love and hard work went into making this house a beauty once again and I think that luck has nothing to do with it. Good for you and Mr. Fox!

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    Dean M says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:10 am

    As the orphan in Oliver would have said (while holding up his porridge bowl), “More please!”

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    Priscilla Shoulders says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:12 am

    Beautiful home! Would very much enjoy seeing the other rooms. You’ve done a magnificent job of restoration. Thank you for sharing.

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    patrice says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:15 am

    What a beautiful restoration job you’ve done. The wallpaper and alcove curtains are simply lovely. Your floral arrangements beautiful. I would absolutely LOVE to see more of this gorgeous home. Congratulations on such an exquisite labour of love.

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    Cathy says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:17 am

    Absolutely loved the house–what a beautiful life you lead! Would love to see more rooms–kitchen and living room/parlour especially!

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    Yamile Rijo says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:20 am

    Thank you for the tour.
    Yes, show us more of your beautiful house if you please.
    How about the music room? Have a wonderful day and enjoy the garden.
    From Canada, Yamile Rijo.

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    Rose says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:21 am

    OMG….your home is breathtaking.

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    Deva Fjelsted says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:21 am

    Let’s see the whole house. It’s lovely and you have done a wonderful job restoring it. I live in a 100 year old farm house that could use some care. I also have 17th and 18th century furniture that I love. I wish my home showed the care that yours does. I hope it makes me get busy!

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    CARMEN ROSADO says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:22 am

    I love your home and would like to see all of it! Thank you.

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    Karen says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:25 am

    Based on all the comments I sense many angels are getting their wings.

    Hopefully future videos will create a housing shortage and some of those spirits will bring kindness back to our landscape

    PS. Bow-wow to Lilikins

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    Linda Karosic says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:27 am

    That was fun! Would love to see the whole house! 🙂

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    Mariska L. says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:27 am

    HI Kevin,
    What a lovely restoration you’ve done! Thank you for sharing your vision and many talents with us. Sunday wouldn’t be Sunday without a visit from you. I would very much enjoy seeing the rest of your home. Happy you eye surgery went well.

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    Donna says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:29 am

    I too would absolutely love to see more of your lovely home. I enjoy your recipes too.

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    Cindy says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:34 am

    Love the videos more please! You do a great job with your descriptions and added bits of humor! Love the dog and have made many of your recipes!

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    Laura Munoz says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:34 am

    Kevin, it’s so very nice to see that you RESTORED the house, not REMUDDLED it. So many people buy an antique house and then rip out all of the features that are period-appropriate to be replaced by cheaply made modern junk. This is one of my pet peeves. Your house is gorgeous and tastefully and appropriately restored. In 2000, my husband and I moved a 1902 Victorian house (cut in 4 pieces) 250 miles and restored it appropriately. When hubby died in 2006, I continued to live there but a 6-bedroom house on 2/3rds acre was a bit much for me to keep up by myself, so I sold it 2 years ago. I absolutely LOVE the green colors inside your house and yes, please give us other videos of the house.

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    Karen says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:34 am

    What a beautiful restoration you have done! I would love to see more. BTW, I love your website and recipes and tips.

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    LYNN LITRENTA says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:39 am

    PLEASE DO, SHOW US MORE OF THE HOUSE INSIDE. ANOTHER VIEW OUTSIDE WITH THE ONSET OF FALL. THANK YOU.!!! WHAT AN INSPIRATION YOU ARE TO THOSE WHO LOVE OLDER HOMES.

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    Margie Ringling says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:39 am

    I appreciate the details, history, wood, etc. How tall are those pocket doors? Do all the rooms have high ceilings? Can’t wait for more.

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    Melissa Horton says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:40 am

    I’m game!

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    Ing-Marie Peck says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:13 am

    Your restoration is beautiful ! Would love to see more . And thank you for sharing your home with us.

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    Cheryl @ Artzzle says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:26 am

    This was so much fun and just a beautiful way to start my day! Looking forward to more lovely rooms, nooks and crannies.

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    Diane says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:27 am

    Thanks for inviting us in Kevin and Yes please, would love to see it all.
    Lily looks so cute!

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    Laura says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:29 am

    Would love to see more of your beautiful restored home!
    Thanks for the tour and hopefully many more to come!

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    Jan says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:37 am

    Kevin loved this great video and am head over heels for your garden but where’s the kitchen? Just curious is it on a lower floor or is it a nightmare in progress? I am hopelessly in love with old homes like yours, just afraid of it turning into “requiem for a renovator!” I live in what once was a beautiful quiet suburban village turned posh and trendy in lower Westchester and am screaming to get out! My decorator’s dream….to own a home and garden in an area like yours. Any advice?

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    Karen Wheeler says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:40 am

    Well, since I’m like the 110th comment, yeah! Yes! You bet! Bring ’em on, Kevin! Soon please!

    Still loving every thing you do. Astonishing, ’cause I always think my tastes are not especially mainline…? Go forth and FILM!

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    Kip Morrissette says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:43 am

    There is nothing historical that I don’t appreciate as it’s like opening a book and learning of our past. Once it’s gone, people forget and future generations never can appreciate the accomplishments over the years. And some will never believe what is told, rather than shown.
    We knew we would never be able to own an historical piece of property so what we started doing once we moved to New England, we would do our best to find Bed & Breakfast lodging. It was our way of helping to preserve these historical homes. We aren’t able to travel anymore but may I suggest to anyone looking for a memorable memory to take them through their rocking chair years…stay at a REAL B&B (as some are far from a ‘real’ one.) The fall will soon be here, start looking for a B&B as the fall is the best time for God’s beautiful bragging rights.
    YES YES more tours of your beautiful home are welcome in my heart.

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    Jeanne says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:43 am

    I became engrossed in your tour of the entry hall. Loved it. Keep them coming.

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    Carol says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:47 am

    Loved the tour and would love to see more! Thank you for opening up your beautiful home to us.

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    Carol Ballard says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:49 am

    I love all of your tours. Please keep them coming. A beautiful home to enjoy forever.

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    Pamela McRae says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:50 am

    Would love to see more of your house. It reminds me of my grandmother’s house, where I spent a lot of time when I was growing up. Her house had two stairways, a fancy one at the front and a plain one at the back for the servants–or perhaps for the children. I don’t think my grandmother ever had servants.

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    Carolyn says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:52 am

    I join my voices with the others. Please show us more. We appreciate the photos and the stories. I agree witht he others who posited that once history is gone -it is gone. Thanks for your efforts in preseving your piece of it. Lily is a lucky dog to live in such a gorgeous place.

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    Cathy in Baltimore says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:54 am

    More, more, more! Please!

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    Mary says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:08 am

    Yes please ,every room every nook and cranny. Love the videos.

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    MARIA LOURDES HERNANDEZ says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:13 am

    Can’t forget the lucky find, the hardwood floor! Thanks for the video and the next to come.
    Appreciate your recipes too, your mom’s recipe from memory? Love mother”s cooking and I’m happy if they pass it down to their children. Thanks for recapturing your mom’s recipe! Love history cooking as well.

    PS
    Can you add the ‘halo’ with the angel wings?

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    Phyllis says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:19 am

    I too would like to see your entire house especially the music room with you playing the piano. Thank you for the tour and all your recipes.

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    Carol K says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:26 am

    Kevin, I love your home can’t wait to see more. Beautiful drapes.

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    Joe Allen says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:30 am

    Game on, Kevin! Let’s tour the whole house.

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    Jay says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:34 am

    As a fan of old houses, I hope you will continue the tour through the rest of your lovely home and gardens. Thank you for sharing! Also, thank you for not adding an apostrophe to 1960s! Finally, don’t you dare stop calling out the color of your dishes and tools. I’m a proponent of colorful kitchenware and hope you will continue this practice. Party on, Kevin!

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    Jessica says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:34 am

    Please video each room. I love your inflection and sarcasm. Give Lily some love for me.

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    Judy says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:38 am

    Next!! Hope we will be able to see more of your beautiful home!

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    Cassie says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:10 pm

    I recently discovered your blog and have tried 2 of your recipes – Blender corn and herb souffle and Tomato pie. Thank you for sharing, they both were delicious. You and Mr. Silverfox have done a beautiful job restoring your house. I would enjoy seeing the rest of it. Keep up the good work.

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    Susan J Stone says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:29 pm

    Yes, please! Your home and garden are beautiful.

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    Gail L. says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:30 pm

    Let me first say that your little tour guide assistant, Lily, is just beautiful
    and she certainly looked poised on the stairs and ready to continue on with the show! Will be looking forward to seeing both of you in the next video!

    Your home is gorgeous and it shows your loving pride and hard work
    that has gone into it. How much of the actual hands on work did you and the Silver Fox do? And, could you include how long it took for you to do each room or area?

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    Patricia Panuccio says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    I love your tours, keep it up.

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    Mary says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    Yes!

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    Kathy C. says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:45 pm

    Yes, I’d love to see more!

    YOU look like a silver fox in your black clothing–very sophisticated, and it works well for videoing.

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    Cornelia Vick says

    August 20, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    Thumbs up……….Love the tour and all of the special touches. Have really
    enjoyed your weekly email with all of the good recipes. Thanks..

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    Linda A says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:04 pm

    I watched it twice just to take it all in. Love the floors, the mahogany doors
    and that amazing alcove arch. The game tables fit in so perfectly.
    Because I’m becoming incredibly picky since working with a meticulous
    painter, my eyes went to the gaps on the right corner of the chair rail.
    (I’m trying to restore an old door with similar issues that I hope he can help fix.)
    He uses “Bondo” on problem areas so I wonder if that might fill the gaps.

    I can see why the winding stairs sold you – gorgeous!
    Lily is certainly a “Mellow-Fellow” (“Mellow Missy?”) on the stairs with you!
    Thanks for the tour, Kevin. And, yes, more please!

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    Joan says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    Yes, more rooms please!
    This wonderful home could not have come into the hands of a better detail and loving caring person. It’s a perfect match!
    I’ve been in the Estate Sales business for 30 some years and so totally appreciate all that you have so beautifully and correctly accomplished here. What a pleasure to see something so well done and cared for.

    I look forward to the Sunday edition of your videos; what ever the subject matter of the day is.
    Thanks so much.
    J

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    Elle says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    Would love to see the “whole” house if you’re so inclined.

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    Bentley MacGregor says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    LOVE WATCHING YOUR HOUSE TOUR VIDEOS. WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE, MORE, MORE.

    I admire and appreciate the care and hard work you have put into restoring your home to its former glory.

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    Patricia Cremens says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:19 pm

    I love your home! It’s gorgeous and I would love to see more. Thank you for sharing this personal part of your lives.

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    Trilby says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:22 pm

    Hi Kevin,
    Thank you for the tours and instructional videos. I would love to see more of your beautiful home. Your labor of love is inspiring 🙂

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    Penelope Roberts says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    Yes, Yes, Yes! Kevin, what a treat….will you consider walking us around the beautiful porch showing the grounds from that perspective? Thank you for sharing your home will all of us!

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    Deb says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:30 pm

    How Fun! If the conquistador lights up the entry to the stairway, it would be cool to see that! What a unique feature and conversation piece! Your home is a labor of love and respect for American history.

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    Gerry Rodriguez says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:38 pm

    Yes Kevin, I’d love to see more. Thank you for everything that you post. Garden food and now your beautiful home.
    I’m definitely a fan. And today as I toured the house with you my husband was looking over my shoulder…..a new fan! Continued love peace and joy to you!
    Gerry

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    Brenda says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:47 pm

    Beautiful! More, please. Really want to see that dining room. Thx for sharing.

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    Amie says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:47 pm

    More please. I love the historical knowledge you have about the house!

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    Dale Cormack says

    August 20, 2017 at 1:48 pm

    You’ve done a beautiful job with your old home. I’d love to see more!

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    Joyce Spindler says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:02 pm

    Very gorgeous and would love to see more

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    Tami says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:06 pm

    Of course! More please!!

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    Pat says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    What a beautiful home. You have done a lot of work! Would love to see the rest of the house.

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    Sue says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:19 pm

    Looking forward to more tours! Thanks for wanting to share your beautiful home & gardens. It certainly represents the hours of hard work you put into your home. A labor of love.

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    Corrine says

    August 20, 2017 at 2:56 pm

    Loved the first part of the tour. Waiting for the next room.

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    Kim says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:22 pm

    Beautiful! Yes, more please!

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    Kathy Allen says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    Really enjoyed the tour – please create more! Thank you!

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    Francoise says

    August 20, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    More? Need you ask? For those of us who love old houses this is a special treat.
    Thank you for inviting us.

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    Naris Montes says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:03 pm

    What a treat! I would love to see more.

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    Susan says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    Kevin, it’s good that you care enough about the house to have researched it and that you respect its original structure. I look forward to seeing what you’ve done in the other rooms. Thank you for the tour.

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    Kathleen hleen says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    Of course, Kevin! I love your videos and am waiting for the next one. Much better than just photos.

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    Carla says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:52 pm

    Thank you, Kevin! You are a gifted decorator. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour of the entrance hall, and would love to see more rooms. Thank you for sharing your beautiful old home.

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    Pat says

    August 20, 2017 at 4:56 pm

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    Dominique says

    August 20, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    What a beautiful home you both have Kevin ! I love antiques and it is a joy to watch your video. Yes please, I would love to see more. Take care . Love from New Zealand.

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    Paula E. says

    August 20, 2017 at 5:32 pm

    Yes, I would love to see move videos of your beautiful home. I enjoy all your posts and do enjoy your great sense of humour.

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    Carolyn says

    August 20, 2017 at 6:09 pm

    Hi Kevin,
    I love seeing your most beautiful home being restored, thank you for showing, and I look forward to further videos.
    Thank you so much.

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    Brigitte says

    August 20, 2017 at 6:14 pm

    My Husband and I Love Antiques and live in an old Italianate,built in 1850.I thoroughly enjoyed the tour and appreciate the diligent restoration work ! It is a most BEAUTIFUL Home you both can be very proud of 🙂 Please add more videos !
    Fond Greetings from Maine !

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    Sandy Martinez says

    August 20, 2017 at 6:26 pm

    Hi Kevin!
    I appreciated your video. Your house is so beautiful and your love vibe comes through loud and clear! Thanks to you and your loving partner for showing your labor of love.
    I look forward to seeing the next videos. (Binge watch party!!)
    Kev, does your home have ghosts? Maybe an idea for an October video??
    And…wow! You look younger!!
    Love. Sandy Martinez

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    Shirley Shofner says

    August 20, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    Thanks for the tour, look forward to seeing the rest of the house.

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    Terry L Stites says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:01 pm

    I so enjoyed the tour. So much love is poured into the restoration and the video shows us that. I would like to see the rest of your home. Thank you.

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    Barbara says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    The tour was just great..you are a natural Docent..Your house is lovely..yes, please show us more…thanks..

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    Joyce Ann Schlag says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:43 pm

    Yes, I want to see the rest of the house. Thank you for sharing with us.

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    kat says

    August 20, 2017 at 7:47 pm

    Please, more tours of your beautiful home. I love the restorations, they have a fresh, airy feel.
    thank you

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    Ruth Denney says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:00 pm

    Would love to see more.

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    Octo-woman says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    MORE, MORE, MORE, MORE.

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    Chris Moreno says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:32 pm

    Would love to view the rest of your home.

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    Clare says

    August 20, 2017 at 8:46 pm

    Beautiful house ! and love the name Silverfox !

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    Margaret Fast says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:00 pm

    Yes, please, Kevin! More videos! Such a beautiful home. Thank you for sharing the photos with us.

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    sueki says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:32 pm

    Hi Kevin
    Its very homey and generous of you to take time and share your house and absolutely magical home with all of us who are smitten with your garden and recipe sharing.
    You have a very sincere and caring Spirit
    Whether it’s sharing a recipe or showing us how you
    Saved and transformed clover hill, your kindness and sincerity shine.
    It’s also good to hear about the elbow grease, dedication and vision you have shared with your wonderful
    Silver Fox – as you say you have saved such a beautiful piece of American history and encourage others to consider doing the same .
    Thank you sharing the simple pleasures in life and inviting so many other kindred spirits to your home and garden.

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    Ardelle says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:39 pm

    You are to be congratulated for your commitment to the restoration of your house. It looks absolutely beautiful. The draperies, the wallcoverings, the rich deep red carpet on the stairs is so elegant. The conquistador is awesome. Keep up the great work and I will be back to see the next episode.

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    Gail says

    August 20, 2017 at 9:57 pm

    Yes! Please keep the videos coming. It’s inspiring to see what you and the silver fox have accomplished.

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    Mary says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    I enjoyed this tour very much and looking forward to seeing more.

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    Carol says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    Thank you for inviting us all into your beautiful home. And yes, please! More, more, more!

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    Joanie says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    Kevin Thank you so much for The Beautiful Tour of your Gorgeous Home Yes Yes Yes i would love to see the rest of you home ,thank you for sharing Joanie from NL, Canada …

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    Samantha Gray says

    August 20, 2017 at 10:51 pm

    Lily The Beagle is beautiful, and your home is stunning! Please do more videos!! What a joy to see a historical home lovingly restored and preserved. My daughter and son-in-law bought an 1899 five bedroom home in Cape Charles, Va. and are doing the same thing. Yo are so right about the effort being woth it and saving a bit of American history. Thank you for sharing your home and creativity with us, Kevin. You rock!

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    Skye says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:08 pm

    Yes, yes! More please! Thank you, Kevin. I just love your home!

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    Sunni says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:11 pm

    Restorations are blood, sweat and tears but you are smiling now! Enjoy everyday in your lovely surroundings. I liked the history synopsis of your home. Yes, I’d enjoy seeing the rest of what you have done and perhaps, if anything, what is to come. Had to laugh at LILY giving the camera those sly looks, so cute.

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    Lorraine Purvis says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    Yes please may we have some more

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    Diane says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:35 pm

    Thank you for so graciously sharing your beautiful home – YES I’d love to see more.
    . . . and what a lovely lady your Lily the Beagle!

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    Ruth Gibbs says

    August 20, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    Beautiful, Yes, more please. Thank You for sharing with us.

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    Julia Hofley says

    August 21, 2017 at 12:05 am

    LOVE, love, love Kevin. Beautiful home, great tour, looking forward to more in the future.
    Thank you!

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    Jo-Anne Collis says

    August 21, 2017 at 12:29 am

    HI, Kevin….thank you for sharing your home…….loved the elegance and the history…..more , please!

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    KATY MARIANNE says

    August 21, 2017 at 5:19 am

    Hello from Gloucestershire, England & thank you for inviting us into your beautiful home. You are the most gracious host Kevin; your videos are charming! xx

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    Cynthia Shultz says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:35 am

    Beautiful. I was ready to peek in to the other rooms.

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    DEE says

    August 21, 2017 at 7:55 am

    Love all of the wood detail throughout your home! Yes, please continue to show us more!

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    Christine Swift says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:10 am

    More more MORE!!!

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    Laura says

    August 21, 2017 at 8:57 am

    I love the wallpaper in the foyer. It is so elegant. I own some antique furniture and dishes handed down in my family so I certainly love visiting vintage homes. More please.

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    Mina says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:01 am

    Please continue! I so entire all your postings!

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    Mina says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:01 am

    Loved it!

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    Andrea Hicks says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:13 am

    I love historical homes! Our son is living in a stone ‘tenant house’ in MD that was used while the huge stone grist mill was built across the road. You would love how the mill has been restored and now being used as a personal home. The water is flowing thru the huge paddle wheel. You can view it from the glass wall in the dining room! By all means video your lovely home!

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    Sherry Pace says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:42 am

    More, more, more! Everything is beautiful. Would love to see more of what you have done to restore your home.

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    Marilou Gaw says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:48 am

    Of course we want to see more of the house. Do not make us beg Kevin! Thank you, Marilou

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    JoAnn says

    August 21, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    Enjoyed the house tour and looking forward to many more!

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    Nancy Tauber says

    August 21, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    Kevin, your posts and videos are informative, beautiful and most of all, entertaining. Your hard work is on display. Thanks to you (and your spouse) for giving us this piece of history. Naturally we want to see more!!

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    Kimberly says

    August 21, 2017 at 3:19 pm

    Yes, please! Love the video….

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    Maria says

    August 21, 2017 at 3:26 pm

    Hi Kevin,
    What a beautiful home. And what a ginormous challenge to take on! Love it! Please keep the beagle in future house videos.

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    Julie R says

    August 21, 2017 at 3:52 pm

    I loved your house tour and it was a treat to see Lily the Beagle. I look forward to seeing more tours. Your home is beautiful inside and out. Your gardens are just as beautiful.

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    Annie says

    August 21, 2017 at 4:09 pm

    More is more please!

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    Sandra M. Shropshire says

    August 21, 2017 at 4:15 pm

    Yes, I would like to see more of your rooms!

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    Crystal Beckner says

    August 21, 2017 at 5:49 pm

    What a lovely front entrance Kevin! We will all anxiously await more videos.

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    Karen Thomas says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:05 pm

    Did you take before pictures of the rooms, too? I really enjoy seeing what it used to look like and what you have done with it. Also, I like hearing that you and Silver Fox took up the ugly carpeting yourself and how awful that was! These details are what keep me coming back, along with the easy commentaries. And, I certainly would love to hear a complete piece on the piano when you get to that room.

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    Misty says

    August 21, 2017 at 10:48 pm

    Please move through the house for us.

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    Brian T says

    August 21, 2017 at 11:42 pm

    I would absolutely love to see more of that beautiful house. So well restored and a great things you both are doing to preserve history. Thank you so much for sharing this. I am sure seeing it in person is even more of a treat to the eyes!

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    Marcy says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:23 am

    Yes, please show us more of your lovely home.

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    Claudia says

    August 22, 2017 at 5:54 am

    Thank you for the tour. I loved the flower arrangement. In fact, your flower arrangements have inspired me in many different occasions. Thanks for the awesome ideas!
    I would love to see more of your house. Make sure to include Lily, the beagle. Adorable dog you have!

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    Shirley Parran says

    August 22, 2017 at 8:08 am

    I am so envious. I love looking and hearing about history and buildings. If only walls could talk!!
    Yes, would love to see more of the house.

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    NickieO says

    August 22, 2017 at 8:24 am

    Yes! Yes! More please, and please make sure Lily the cohost is on the job.

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    Rose says

    August 22, 2017 at 10:23 am

    Loved it! Would like to see more please!

    Thank you!

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    Joanne in Zone 6b says

    August 22, 2017 at 11:10 am

    LOVED every part of the entrance hall video and won’t repeat from the 213 preceding comments except to say, “YES, more house tour videos, please,” and how kind you are to share them! You are a delight, and so is Lily.

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    Carol Ann Gregg says

    August 22, 2017 at 11:13 am

    I would love to see the rest of the house.

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    Margo P says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:13 pm

    yes- more more!!! applause applause
    Would love to see the historical bathrooms

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    Susan says

    August 22, 2017 at 12:54 pm

    Absolutely lovely! So happy I found you Kevin!

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    Johnnie Senn-Graves says

    August 22, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    Loved the video. Please show us more!

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    Julie says

    August 22, 2017 at 9:13 pm

    I love old houses! I’ll follow all the rooms that you post videos on! What training do you and the Silver Fox have to tackle the restoration? I’m aware much of it is just patience with tedious work, but still…
    Good luck!

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    Lisa C says

    August 22, 2017 at 9:15 pm

    Beautiful- would love to see more !!!

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    Laurie says

    August 23, 2017 at 11:04 am

    Thanks for the tour Kevin.
    More please.

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    Barbara D says

    August 23, 2017 at 2:24 pm

    Your love of your home shines thru in the care you have taken in rescuing it. Beautiful! I would love to see a video of the library and dining room. Please.

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    Linda V. says

    August 23, 2017 at 9:06 pm

    Yes, another tour please!

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    Margie says

    August 23, 2017 at 10:24 pm

    I would love to see more videos of your beautiful home. It is very inspiring to see the before and after. Thank you for taking the time to do these!

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    Sheila says

    August 24, 2017 at 8:06 am

    That was lovely. I would love to see more. I love Lilly. Thank you.

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    Tina says

    August 24, 2017 at 10:25 am

    What a beautiful home you have! And dear little Lily is such a lady of the house. Don’t you have a couple of cats? I would love to see them in the next video. Please do keep the videos coming. Would so enjoy seeing the rest of your house.

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    Brigid O'Brien says

    August 24, 2017 at 9:02 pm

    Kevin,

    You are amazing. I feel very inadequate compared to you, however, I still love you. The glimpse of the dining room was so enticing I had to rewind the video. I must see more

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    Heidi says

    August 25, 2017 at 6:29 am

    Gorgeous house! I love the alcove and the staircase and definitely want to see more of the music room! Thanks for sharing:)

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    Holly Popeo says

    August 25, 2017 at 8:32 am

    Hi Kevin,

    Great video! I would love to see the music room. I have a grand piano
    but I do not have a room as big as yours!!!
    Holly

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    Jill says

    August 25, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    You’ve done a great job on your house–would love to see more.

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    Jan in CA says

    August 25, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    Beautiful job on a beautiful house. Please show us more!

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    Carol says

    August 25, 2017 at 4:52 pm

    Your home is exquisite. Loved hearing the history of the house, and your description of the renovation. Would love to see more..Thank you for sharing.

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    Patricia Yerian says

    August 26, 2017 at 2:32 am

    Kevin,
    Just the still photos of your home have always intrigued me, so to have you actually show us in detail is absolutely thrilling to me. I can hardly wait to see more. I want to see every room of the house! Please.. Patricia

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    Addie Bambridge says

    August 26, 2017 at 10:46 am

    Yes, please, Kevin, LOTS more! I can tell it’s been a labor of love…..

    Addie in Florida

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    charwelsh says

    August 27, 2017 at 6:11 pm

    Yes more tours please!

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    sandra says

    August 27, 2017 at 7:01 pm

    Would love another tour, Kevin. Your place is spectacular. xo

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    Jean DeSavage says

    August 27, 2017 at 8:57 pm

    You are a devious man Kevin. Giving us just a small taste of your lovely home. The quick looks of the other rooms make us just want more! Please don’t take long before filming the rest.

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    Michele J says

    August 31, 2017 at 1:02 am

    PLEASE, PLEASE show us every nook and cranny. Not kidding, they are always the most interesting. Seeing how inventive people are with only hand tools. Have your recipes posted all over the side of my fridge.

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    Fran says

    September 1, 2017 at 1:05 pm

    Kevin, it’s amazing! Please show as time permits. Love the website.

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    Barb says

    September 2, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    Can’t get enough! More More More……….Yes Please 🙂

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    Jackie Bain says

    September 3, 2017 at 10:40 am

    Restoration done to perfection. Your passion and love ooze through the video.
    Very lovely and rewarding. Thanks for sharing.
    Hugs and kisses to lily.
    Waiting in anticipation for future videos.

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    Ruth says

    September 3, 2017 at 11:37 am

    More, more,more! My home was built in the late 1700s. It also was in dire need of someone to appreciate it! A lot of work but oh sooo rewarding! Looking forward to seeing more of your gem!

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    Susan Rubinsky says

    September 3, 2017 at 11:55 am

    LOVE this!!!!

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    Anna Burns says

    September 3, 2017 at 9:43 pm

    Gorgeous home! Would love to see more!! Can’t wait for future videos!

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    Sue Smith says

    September 3, 2017 at 10:04 pm

    Kevin,enjoyed your video.Such a beautiful home.Please,do more tours especially of the music room.Would love to know the history behind the pianos and how you got started with playing.Also,love the different colored spoons and the little plastic people!

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    Ellie says

    September 4, 2017 at 7:47 am

    Oh, Kevin– your home is so lovely! I would really love to see as much more of the house as you are willing to video for us. Thank you so much for this visit and for those to come in the future.

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    Dana Hutchinson says

    September 4, 2017 at 11:33 am

    Yes! Absolutely breathtaking & jaw dropping, I love you and the knowledge you share along with the many photos and recipes! Please keep them coming!

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    Terri Akin says

    September 4, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    Oh, how absolutely delicious! I love the soft greens, the moldings, staircase, furniture, and window coverings! More, s’il vous plait!

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    Antoinette Evans says

    September 4, 2017 at 8:42 pm

    Gorgeous, stately yet homely and welcoming. I’m going to copy your Christmas table setting this year…uncomplicated for myself to do, and colourful for my young Grandchildren to enjoy.
    It’s also more suitable to our Hot Hot Christmas season weather here in Australia.
    Thankyou for sharing your home with your many followers.
    Cheers..Toni Evans

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    Jeanne says

    September 5, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    Hello Kevin,
    I just stumbled upon your website. So happy I came upon it. I love your beautiful home and the fact that you are keeping and restoring, as you stated, a part of our American history. Also, Lily, besides being so cute, is the perfect little co-host! Please count my vote to see more of your home. Thank you so much for sharing everything!
    -Jeanne

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    Jane says

    September 8, 2017 at 3:28 pm

    I am a subscriber to your email. I am reaching out to you because of your house tour, love of history, and preservation efforts. I am in mid Missouri. My 96 year old mother who shared similar interests recently passed away leaving the family a legacy of grace and a player piano that needs someone to love and restore it. There are 8 music rolls, not sure of their condition. Do you have suggestions where we might contact people who would be interested in it?
    Thanks,
    Jane

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    Cynthia says

    September 10, 2017 at 12:32 pm

    Thank you for pointing out the materials and process to restore your home. Beautiful work.

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    Kim says

    September 12, 2017 at 5:21 pm

    What fun! I love seeing what you have done with it. It is beautiful! Love the history and the details. Keep going! It would be fun to see a floor plan of the house, too.

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    Cathy Frank says

    September 14, 2017 at 5:22 pm

    Magnificent restoration. Thanks for pointing out all the little details and history. Very enjoyable, more, please.

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    sherry says

    September 17, 2017 at 11:13 am

    love that you reclaimed this beautiful house! would love to see more of it

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    Alexandria says

    September 18, 2017 at 7:09 pm

    Library, please! Loving what you’re doung with the house.

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    Carolyn Torre says

    September 18, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    More more MORE!( Quick whiff of smelling salts, here in my old Victorian…) ! You had me at African Violets, and you will never be rid me after Herb Garden! The Entrance Hall! The Parlor! The Dining Room! But, oh. The July Garden. Just: more. Never stop. LOVE you. Of course, ALL of us do!
    (and thank you. so much.)

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    Rebekah DeWeese says

    September 24, 2017 at 9:13 pm

    More please!! How about seasonal tour of your decor for various holidays?? Loved this tour!

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    Roxanne says

    December 3, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    Enjoyed the tour. Thank you for sharing.

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    Lee Hernandez says

    December 3, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    What a great beginning for your house tour. I’m just fascinated by the whole idea of restoring an old house. It is rude of me to ask but I hope in a future video you’ll let us know what your final plans are for the house. After so much care and attention to detail it seems like it would be hard to sell it. But like you say, you are preserving a part of history. Best it should bring warmth and happiness to a new family when it is done.

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    DeAnne says

    December 6, 2017 at 12:43 am

    Beautiful home would love to see more

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    Melissa Horton says

    January 14, 2018 at 8:34 am

    I want a slower view of the dining room please. Yes, more, more,more!

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    Vicki K says

    January 14, 2018 at 10:15 am

    Yes, please show more. Can’t wait to see the kitchen where all the goodies are prepared. The house is beautiful.

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    Marcia says

    January 14, 2018 at 8:56 pm

    Is that wall paper flocked?

    Marcia

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    Susan Youngs aka Lady Hagathorn says

    January 14, 2018 at 9:44 pm

    Hi and Happy New Year Kevin and Lily and Mr. SilverFox too!! Thank you for the tour! What fun and how nice you made the place.

    At the beginning of the video, when you show the before pics and the wall was red, I was intrigued by the bright, primary coloured, patterned curtains. Can you share more info via here or email about the fabric and design and if it was vintage or modern material? It tickled my eyes and made me smile to see it!

    How very nice of you to share something so special with us. Hope the weather is being gentle to your garden. Freezing over here in Buffalo.

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    Danny Cutting says

    January 14, 2018 at 10:32 pm

    Beautiful taste! and exquisite workmanship. I’d love to see all the lovely rooms in your gorgeous home!
    Danny

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    Franja Bryant says

    June 22, 2018 at 10:57 am

    Your house looks so elegant. I’d love to see more!

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    Jeanne Hubay says

    June 22, 2018 at 9:49 pm

    It’s obvious how much you care about your home and I appreciate that you have shared the beauty in videos. Looking forward to more. I didn’t know about Linden trees – now I do, thank you.

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    Carol says

    July 26, 2018 at 12:33 pm

    You have exquisite taste. Please show us more of your fabulous home.

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    Melody says

    June 30, 2019 at 7:37 am

    I loved it! The best part,, the sweet beagle sitting just up and behind Kevin on the stairway

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    Carol says

    July 14, 2019 at 4:12 pm

    Please, isn’t it time for more house videos? They inspire me as we continue restoring and renovating our own historic home. Thank you in advance!

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    Jennifer Ho says

    September 11, 2019 at 3:06 am

    You have done a tremendous job! That house is lucky, but I’m sure you felt it appreciating you even as I did, restoring our simple 1920 house here in Hilo, Hawaii. Carpenters then took time making curves and arches and finished the surfaces smooth. The old growth wood is of such good quality, even though its been damaged by termites, it is still sound and has lived through countless tropical storms. I’ve saved the square nails we’ve come across when we had to replace wood. Our house is nothing like yours, which deserves to be on the historic register but it still feels blessed to live in. Thank you for keeping an old growth wooden home going. It has new life thanks to you both. Good luck, hope to see more.

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    Mia says

    August 29, 2020 at 10:53 am

    Charming tour of house floors, fleurs & game tables (love those)… where is this house? Would love to see garden -I adore the linden tree /had one outside my dorm at Cornell and still love the fragrance – cheers Mia (radio host comedienne and writer)

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    Mia says

    August 29, 2020 at 11:22 am

    Would love to see your garden -love the linden tree ! Love your tours -inspiring with detail, color and fun!

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    Ellie B says

    May 2, 2021 at 8:08 am

    Yes, Kevin, we’d really love to see your home, in whatever process you prefer. We’d love to get updates on the gardens, as well, as the season unfolds. We are entranced by all that you and the Silver Fox have done to make this home a palace again. Thank you for inviting us in to your home.

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    BRENDA BABB says

    May 2, 2021 at 8:31 am

    I love hearing from you great work on the house and love your receipes I have tried many and always a big hit keep up the excellent work. And your ideas in gardening gives me ideas also haaa hope you dont mind a copy cat but were far enough away no one will notice lol.

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    Barbara Bell says

    May 2, 2021 at 11:05 am

    I love seeing the beautiful restoration of your house, and look forward to continuing the house tour.

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    Jay says

    May 2, 2021 at 11:08 am

    YES, I would love to see everything you want to show. Thank you for your very informative website. I am growing already many Boxwood babies and think of you. How about advice on Horseradish and Jerusalem Artichoke or some more unusual veg with recipes (eventually).

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    Kathleen Strang says

    May 2, 2021 at 6:15 pm

    Loved the video tour. Please continue with more of the same.

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    Sherrill says

    May 4, 2021 at 4:17 am

    More please sir

    Love getting mail from you..you have beautiful gardens,am making your bread buns tomorrow,would dearly love to see the rest of the house..sherrill

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    Mary Hoffert says

    May 4, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    Thank you for the tour and please continue with more through out the house. I just love old homes.

    Green is my favorite color and I love the hues you have used throughout the entry, except for the red carpet up the stairs. I think a sage green or cream would go better with the rest of the entry and would better show off the stair rails and the conquistidor.

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    Linda A says

    June 27, 2021 at 2:14 pm

    Kevin, I love old houses and yours is beautiful. Some people have stars in their eyes when they take on a project such as yours and don’t realize the cost of such an undertaking. I’ve enjoyed watching how you’ve slowly added one project after another and have enjoyed learning the practical side of those efforts (including all the personal physical labor and love you’ve put into it).
    I once took up all the carpeting in an old house, refinished the floors, but soon learned wood joins in old houses separate or settle with gaps which let cold air in. Did you find the house was colder afterwards (as I did?). New insulation under the house probably would have helped but I sold the house before I could get to that. Did you have to do that? And what about the older windows? How did you solve air gaps? Would love to hear more about the practical side of solving some of these issues. Kudos to you and the inspiration and knowledge you provide!

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    Michele spencer says

    June 28, 2021 at 7:35 pm

    Yes please show us more of your beautiful house! I loved the tour of your beautiful entryway. It is so lovely and well done. Great job designing the curtains!

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    suzanne urban says

    June 30, 2021 at 6:47 am

    Yes more of your upstairs! Do you know why they had wide floor boards back then? Seems a homeowner would get taxed on how many floorboards they had in their house, so owners made them wider! Is your home federally registered with the national register of historic places? Here’s the website:
    https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalregister/index.htm

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    Kevin Lee Jacobs says

    June 30, 2021 at 7:48 am

    Hi Suzanne – Yes, the house is on the National Register of Historic Places. Thanks so much for watching the video!

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