Big reveal at Portugal farmhouse renovation - Architect’s plans & sustainable wood chip paths EP61

In this exciting episode, Hotkeys takes a major step forward in the Portugal property renovation journey! For the first time, we reveal the preliminary architect’s plans for rebuilding our abandoned farmstead. Join us as we discuss the layout, vision, and challenges of transforming this ruined house into our off-grid dream home. But that’s not all! We also tackle a key part of our land management - processing cut olive trees into wood chips. These natural wood chips are perfect for creating pathways around the farmstead, helping to control weeds and improve accessibility while staying eco-friendly. Our channel follows our story - Jane and Phil, a British couple in our 60s, working part-time to renovate a ruined farmhouse in central Portugal. We share the realities of self-build projects, off-grid living, and sustainable renovation, offering valuable insights for those considering relocation, retirement abroad, or an active lifestyle change. Subscribe to Hotkeys Portugal for weekly updates on our journey, practical renovation tips, and a first-hand look at the joys and challenges of building a home from the ground up! #PortugalRenovation #OffGridLiving #SelfBuildProject #SustainableLiving #RetirementAbroad Thanks again to the hugely talented Dave Curtis for his song, "Sesta", check out @c_rtis on Instagram to see his other work. Episode 61 - The Planning Pathway 00:00 Welcome to Portugal 00:39 Sun terrace 03:04 Woodchip pt1 05:29 Logs 07:51 Fabric and chips 09:57 Woodchip pt2 11:48 Chipper clogged 15:36 Path 16:46 Edging 18:34 Slab edges 20:18 Path level 21:36 Architecture - main house 27:31 Architecture - access 30:33 Architecture - tiny house 32:09 Review and close Buy Me A Coffee buymeacoffee.com/hotkeysportugal