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Farmhouse Renovation
Want to remodel a farmhouse? Get ready for some interesting twists and turns along the way, like old jeans and button down shirts for insulation, wiring that has no end and mystery additions that once existed.
Farm Life
Farms have always been a great place to live and raise a family. This still holds true. Farm life is full of adventure, hard work and reward, lessons on life and death, freedom and independence.
Farm Celebrations
Farm celebrations are always a good time whether it’s a wedding or a simple birthday party. The space and setting is charming, it’s outside and distinct which is always a great recipes for fun.
Rural Life on a Farm
Rural Lifestyle is a Culture
We are so glad your here. Here at The Stucco Farmhouse we believe in taking what life has given us and using it to the best of our ability. We never know where life takes us, but wherever it does, you can be sure we will try to use it for good.
“Agriculture is the most healthful, most useful and most noble employment of man.”
-George Washington
Over 40 Years on the Farm
Farm Life and Community
Six generations have lived on this farm. Learn about how my generation, who grew up in the 80’s and 90’s lived here. See how the farmhouse has changed and how the land has changed. But also, haw so many wonderful things have stayed the same! This community of farmers is a culture in of it’s ownself.
What to Expect
Take a peek inside the walls of a 1912 farmhouse and join us in bringing new life to the home and farmland. There are surprises around every corner, in every wall, and behind every door. We added a 4th bedroom in an attic, remodeled a freezing cold back porch into laundry, a second entry and an office. We added 8′ onto the tiny kitchen to create a large accommodating kitchen and remodeled two bathrooms.
Moving from the big city of Minneapolis to a small hobby farm two hours north is a accomplishment not many can say they have done. The lifestyle of living on a farm is an entirely new culture that is not an easy adjustment, but well worth it. Here you might see what is it like to live on a rural American hobby farm and might notice how hard farmers work. And you may wonder if small farms ever make money or if it really is a black hole?
On a farm, there is always a reason to celebrate something. We have transformed the haybarn into a Reformation party, birthday parties and even a few wedding receptions. You might learn creative ways to make a messy space into something wonderful. The haybarn is a perfect example of this.
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The Depth of Renovating
We had no idea! Do you realize what you are getting yourself into when your looking at renovating that beautiful old white farmhouse? Do you understand the amount of time and money and work that it will take to achieve what you see in your head? I am NOT here to tell you to turn around and go the other direction, I am here to tell you, it's totally worth it! Do it!
The Patience of Renovating
It's a slow burn. Take it slow and steady. Going to fast results in frustration. There will be enough frustrating things you will find in the walls, ceiling, but hopefully not the foundation of your farmhouse. You don't need to rush through it.
The Cost of a Renovation
When taking on a renovation project, set your budget. Depending on the size and scope of the project it will vary and be different for each person. Having someone help pencil it out will save money in the end.
The Stucco Farmhouse was built in 1912 with maple hardwood floors throughout, stucco walls and 4” lap siding and has a full concrete rock basement below. The original footprint of the square house is 30’ by 20’, one and half story with a 12/12 pitch roof and four dormers. It is rock solid and overbuilt. Additions from the past included a back porch and a ‘doghouse’ or front entry and we just added a small kitchen addition in 2022. The interior changes have been many throughout its life.
The house resides on sixty acres with crop-farmed acres surrounding it. The flat sixty acres has a large pond, a few acres of forests, two grassland fields and pasture for beef cattle. The red Barn still stands large and proud in the front yard of the farm. The farmyard is circular in shape, beginning with the curved entry down the long gravel driveway. In 1912 when the house was built there was more farmland, very few trees, and no barn. Eventually the barn was erected along with fencing, running water and a main floor closet bathroom.
Farming Lifestyle Begins on the Land
Kids love the farm even if farm life is hard work, because, at the end of the day there is a certain amount of enjoyment that comes from all the work that was accomplished. The daily chores never look the same the next day. Farmers are inventive thinkers who solve new problems daily and have the personality of one who can continue moving forward when life gets hard, with a mindset of forward thinking. You have to be ready for a good challenge and not mind taking the time to achieve slow success through hard work which brings great joy and accomplishment.
Having the reins of farmlife for over ten years now, we know that in order to be a farmer you have to be very flexible, ready to learn, and be able to adapt to any situation. You really have to be fully committed to the lifestyle and all that comes with it. Being a logical thinker yet very creative are great attributes of a farmer. One could also benefit from having some sales and marketing skills because farmers grow food for people and it’s likely you will sell those goods.
1,000 Reasons to Celebrate
Farms are a charming place to celebrate and host events. Farms provide a large enough area to entertain large amounts of people and have proven success in offering an enjoyable and memorable time for anyone who attends. Many farms have been transformed into wedding venues, and there is probably one near you. Farms are used for fall festivals, pumpkin patches and corn mazes. Fruit farms provide enjoyment for fall apple picking. Flower farms offer the flower enthusiast a perfect place to see, smell and pick fresh flowers in season. Farms are used for educating young and old. Produce farms offer opportunities to volunteer during picking season. Almost any time of year there is a celebration or event happening at a farm near you.
Farming
The Fence needs fixing
The garden needs weeding
Strong hands provide for hard tasks
Homecooked meals served with pie
The days are long but the years are short
Plant trees, plant fields, plant the garden
Plant love for the neighbor
Celebrate every day
Bake fresh bread
Enjoy family
*The Stucco Farmhouse*