My youngest SON has flown the coop again………..done with college and travel for now he has set down some roots very close to his old stomping grounds!
I couldn’t be more proud of him!
At the age of 24 he has bought his first house!May be his last too as it is perfect for him.
I saw it for the first time yesterday after he received the keys.
The property spoke to me……the setting,the old roses,the magnolia tree the land and of course the goats that live next door!
I couldn’t be happier for him!
Take a peek……
The first couple of photos are the driveway to the home.Then we have the front of the little two bedroom ,one bath 1940’s house.The doorways are arched which is charming to me!Last night at dinner it was announced he had hung flags over the doorways…………I thought to myself……..oh good grief!DORM STYLE in the making!But to my relief it was later communicated to me from the other SON that was not the case!They knew they were pulling my strings and went for it!Good old-fashion fun they were having with this MAMMA!Then out the back door there is a covered patio…….with a goldfish pond!The previous owner even left instructions with a can of food…………VERY NICE I thought!Further up the hill he has land!A good amount with a few GUM trees to line his property……………….but before you get to the LAND is a huge WORKSHOP that will hold four cars……….the SON is in heaven……..even his PAPA as this is a BOYS DREAM.The best part of this space to me ,the vintage GAL was an old locker cabinet with different size cubbies……………..painted RED!Which I did not take a photo of……………….DARN.
The house needs some work and perhaps I will show more as it progresses.All VERY exciting to our family and his dogs………………….I will MISS ALL THREE of them VERY much!The good news is I can go visit as they are only 20 minutes away in my car at my speed!Perhaps, now PAPA I will use the SPORT mode button to accelerate my speed……………..in my FIAT 500.
TO LEAVE A COMMENT FROM THE E-MAIL THAT WAS SENT PUSH ENTER ON THE TITLE OF THE POST…….that will take you to the site.
PUSH ENTER AGAIN on the TITLE of the POST.Flown THE COOP!
THEN SCROLL DOWN TO COMMENT BOX.
THANK ~ YOU!
I must THANK ……..PENELOPE BIANCHI for suggesting I tell people how to do this as it was not obvious before and I would get many an e-mail telling me so.SO,MADAME PENELOPE many thanks for your words of wisdom!
The comment section has seen some ACTION!
Penelope Bianchi says
What the heck is a GAL????
La Contessa says
I was referring to MYSELF…….as VINTAGE……OLD!Like the locker cabinet that I did not get a photo of.
Rae says
What could make a mom happier than to know her chicks are comfortable and happy wherever they may be… How fortunate to have his own place and I just hope he goes wild with his eclectic, enchanting style of his own. Okay, Mom, he might just welcome your intriguing input!
I thought the fish pond was a hot tub.
It might be someday. First thing to do is get a crystal chandelier hanging from one of the gum trees, right??
Congratulations! to all of you. A new beginning!
La Contessa says
RIGHT RAE………..you are so RIGHT!
THANKS for the comment!He is out shopping at this very moment with his PAPA!WE shall see what style he has in mind!I do believe he has a lot of ME in him………..time will tell!
XOXO
Linda T says
Congratulations to Nicholas!! So exciting and how wonderful for you that he is so close by.
contessa says
VERY EXCITING…………..seems he needs some new gates and already has the design in mind!I of course, was willing to look for some FRENCH CHATEAU GATES!
Jennifer says
Congratulations to your son!! I agree, some gorgeous French Chateau Gates would be perfect. How very lucky you are that he is so close by!! Enjoy your week end darling xoxo
La Contessa says
It is RAINING here………….I hope your enjoying the daughter up NORTH!!!
Of course, you are.Cant get over how much she looks just like YOU!
Where is your husband in her features?I only see YOU!
XOXO
Liz says
Thanks for sending instructions! I can now send comments…. If I remember how each time 🙂
How incredibly exciting!! At 24 to be owning your own home is quite a feat, can’t wait to hear what he does withit to make it his own. Xxxx
contessa says
You know I will tell you!
Congratulations, on the arrival of the new baby girl in the FAMILY!
Sue, to be a GRANNY!!!!!!!!!!!OH< MY! More exciting NEWS! XOXOXO
Jan Schechter says
So exciting for my God child to have his own home at 24!! Congrats! You did a good job raising such a responsible young man. I see lots of potential for that house. He will make it his own, look at his role models !! Can’t wait to see it in person. Send more photos please.
contessa says
More photos are en~route to LA GODMOTHER right now!
Marsha @ Splenderosa says
Seriously, this is wonderful! He’s only 24 and already purchased a piece of property. I would say you don’t need to worry about him at all. And, the really great thing is that at 24 everything is possible, he won’t even mind that the house needs a bit of work. You know? He will soar, Contessa, my friend. Onward & Upward !!
contessa says
MARSHA………..I love that “HE WILL SOAR!”Thank~You for your comment!It really puts a smile on my face.XXX
Piedmont Pembroke Parent says
Contessa,
Congratulations to Nicholas for selecting such a charming abode with plenty of potential!
He has the talent to make this home even better.
I really enjoyed the photos of his new house. It’s very exciting.
And oh my, he’s very close by!
PPP
contessa says
It is A GIFT that he is close by………….thank you!
Principessa says
CONGRATULATIONS TO NICHOLAS. He must be on cloud 9. Nothing like having a home of your OWN. LET THE PROJECTS BEGIN !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Will want to see ongoing photos of transformation. How exciting. Best to all P
contessa says
First project is to secure the fencing so the BOXERS cannot go a calling down the road!
I am missing the dogs already!!!!
theresa says
Congratulations to Nicholas! What an exciting time for him. Now the fun begins!
contessa says
Thank You……….he is VERY close to one of your favorite nurseries!Just down the road.Guess I will be spending more time there too!
XX
Jeanne @ Collage of LIfe says
Elizabeth…I am so excited for you all…Mamma, Papa, your son..the dogs! It looks like he has a fabulous place to work with and most importantly it is his own. I wish him years of wonderful memories..
I owe Mamma a story about a giraffe statue…coming soon! xx
La Contessa says
YOU DO INDEED!
Heather in Arles says
Look at all these comments! Whoohoo! Wow and what a lovely story. The house and land look charming. I for one would be delighted to see what he does with it all. Hug to you…
contessa says
Now, its YOUR turn to find a home!It will happen!
XOXO
Loree says
That’s so nice that he is only 20 minutes away from you. You can get to visit AND help him decorate. Ha, I wonder whether he will let you do that. I am curious about those goats you mentioned …
contessa says
I do not think I’m allowed to do the decor……….but my input is welcome!
I promise to get a photo of THE GOATS…………once I meet the neighbors!We have had so much rain here this past weekend it just has not been possible.
Jody Brettkelly says
Well good on him. I can’t believe a 24 year old can buy a property as lovely as that in the Bay Area! He is very mature. And of course the Mama has loads of furniture and goodies to furnish with, hasn’t she? Yes need to see the GOATS, am always fascinated with them. (How long has it taken for him to grow those awesome dreads? Or is that a rude question?)
contessa says
The hair has been growing for about four years now………the dreads came in the last two!I was just thinking today I WILL LOVE to do the BEFORE and AFTER shot when its GONE!Title of POST GUESS WHO THIS IS??!!I will definitely do photos of the GOATS!AND NO, I doNOT have LOADS of furniture …………whats mine is mine.WE CAN FIND SOME FOR HIM!!!XXX
julie weisenberger says
How exciting, E! It will be fun to watch it transform. His own little corner of the world, lovely;-)
contessa says
It even has a chicken coop!!!
corey says
Wow! How wonderful. 24 and his own home, that is amazing. How fortunate that he is close and that you will be able to help him create his home. Such creativity in your family! I cannot wait to see the progress!
Valerie says
Hello!
Congratulations, you must be so proud of your son! I will soon be facing our eldest daughter going off to college, she will be attending American University of Paris. It is far away from Louisville but it will be so fun to visit her and see Paris thru her eyes.
contessa says
How WONDERFUL for YOU and HER!
Iam VERY proud of him…………..He is launched.No turning back now……….He even has room for a couple of sheep!!!!