Things are moving ahead on our stone house in Vergemoli. The weather has been on our side. This November has been dry and sunny, perfect building weather.
We are trying to make the house as pleasant to live in as possible. We have insulation between the brick layer and the stone exterior. As well as this we are installing under floor heating.
Here are some exciting photos for you.
This is layer 1 and 2. The second layer is a type of volcanic stone which helps with insulation. After this there is another layer of insulation and then the heating pipes go in.
On top of this is another layer, over which there will be terra-cotta tiles. Now that’s a floor!!!
We have a bath!
I didn’t climb the ladder to the top floor, but there are bathroom fittings going in there as well.
Nila was on hand to inspect the building progress.
Another excuse to show you our fabulous volcanic arched doorway.
And here are some more photos of the gorgeous views around the house.
If everything keeps going well the house will be ready for sale or rent next spring.
Take a look in the category – new house in Vergemoli – for the whole story, from pile of rocks to our lovely stone house.
Wow, it is coming along very well, the doorway is fabulous! The view even better. Great job.
By: Anonymous on December 2, 2011
at 5:28 am
The house is looking great. The view is spectacular.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 6:10 am
Nice Dog,
By: Russell on December 2, 2011
at 5:44 am
Nila will be pleased to hear that you approve.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 6:11 am
It’s coming on. I can’t believe you are going to sell it!
By: jenny@atasteoftravel on December 2, 2011
at 6:32 am
It was always intended for sale. I won’t be unhappy if it doesn’t sell immediately. I am looking forward to staying there next year while I decorate it.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 6:43 am
Lovely views, beautiful area, beautiful house. Nila looks well. Lovely dog. Thanks Judy.
By: Judy on December 2, 2011
at 7:02 am
I put the photos of Nila there for you especially.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 9:55 pm
Looking good! Love the doorway, and the surrounding scenery looks absolutely stunning in the Autumn colours. Can I say I’m a bit jealous of that lovely undefloor heating! Definitely one of the advantages of a new build.
By: From a Tuscan Villa on December 2, 2011
at 7:17 am
We have a solar panel as well, so hopefully the house will be nice and warm in winter.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 9:56 pm
It is looking great and the underfloor heating will make the house very warm.
Nila is a lovely dog.
By: Mulino Dominillo on December 2, 2011
at 7:41 am
I love the door and the views are stunning.
By: Just Add Attitude on December 2, 2011
at 9:00 am
The house faces south and has sun all day.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 9:56 pm
I wish this old stone cottage on the Canal du Midi was insulated and had under-floor heating….sounds like heaven.
By: Languedoc Lady on December 2, 2011
at 11:48 am
The old houses are charming, but sometimes some modern conveniences are welcome.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 9:58 pm
I envy the underfloor heating; Godzillavilla has wooden floors and insufficient ceiling height on the main floor to add the required thickness. I’ve heard you can put it in the walls as an alternative.
By: Shelagh on December 2, 2011
at 11:56 am
Underfloor heating is indeed very exciting! The arched doorways are gorgeous. And the view, well, don’t even get me started…
By: The Daily Cure on December 2, 2011
at 12:46 pm
The view is spectacular always.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 9:58 pm
That is a fabulous arched doorway, and what a charming and peaceful place to live.. that must be like a dream come true! c
By: ceciliag on December 2, 2011
at 12:50 pm
We are very happy with the progress of the house. It has exceeded all expectations.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 9:59 pm
The place is stunning–the view, to die for!
(By the way, I’ve updated my blogroll and added you–and accepted the Reader Appreciation Award you gave me. Thanks again, my friend.)
Kathy
By: Kathryn McCullough on December 2, 2011
at 1:07 pm
Thank you for including me.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 10:00 pm
Amazing-I’m ready to move in!
By: paninigirl on December 2, 2011
at 3:24 pm
You can come up to see the house when you come back next year.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 2, 2011
at 10:00 pm
Oh wow, it’s just gorgeous. Debra, your stone home is coming along wonderfully. How on earth do you hand the keys over to someone else after watching it grow the way you have? Just gorgeous.
By: Anna Johnston on December 2, 2011
at 10:45 pm
With great difficulty.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 3, 2011
at 3:45 am
Great looking house and such a stunning surrounds. So good that the weather is being kind to you. I look forward to the updates. Aussiegirl
By: Anonymous on December 2, 2011
at 11:02 pm
Hopefully early next year there will be some good interior shots.
By: Debra Kolkka on December 3, 2011
at 3:46 am
Beautiful. I’d buy it in a heart beat.
By: cityhippyfarmgirl on December 4, 2011
at 8:37 am