We Don't Trust Our Son With Our $4.3 Million Mansion | Country House Rescue REVISIT | Abode

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  • čas přidán 26. 01. 2023
  • Heath House is a beautiful mansion home to Jon and Flavia. The couple inherited the house in 2002 after John's mother passed. However, the couple are unable to keep on top of caring for the house and dream of selling it. Their son Ben wants to inherit the property and turn it into a business. Ruth Watson returns to the family a year after her last visit to see what’s changed. Has Ben taken over the mansion? Did his business fail? Did the couple sell it?
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  • @inesolujic2534
    @inesolujic2534 Před 10 měsíci +670

    For anyone curious as to what has happened since this was filmed 13+ years ago: Ben and his brother inherited the house. Unfortunately their father passed away not long after the show was filmed and their mother just a few months later. The younger brother, Justin, ran it as a wedding and photography venue with his wife. No idea what Ben was doing. It seems that Covid was rough for them and the estate was sold in 2021 for over £6 million. After the estate was sold, the Phillips family auctioned off some of the art, silverware, books and furniture of the house in 2022. They had a very active Facebook page until the house was sold.

    • @DavidS1164
      @DavidS1164 Před 9 měsíci +187

      Imagine losing your ancestral family home after 15 generations… Unbelievable sad how it still happens. ;/
      But the proces of emotional decay started in the generation before. The obvious lack of trust and vision and the general negative attitude were not exactly fair nor helpful.

    • @amalali504
      @amalali504 Před 9 měsíci +91

      Thank you for the update. Much appreciated. RIP Jon & Flavia.

    • @PankajDoharey
      @PankajDoharey Před 8 měsíci +8

      Yup saw it on the facebook page.

    • @izaac1312
      @izaac1312 Před 8 měsíci +48

      That’s such a shame. Thanks for the information though

    • @anthonywilliams9852
      @anthonywilliams9852 Před 5 měsíci +13

      I didn't think that just the weddings commercial venue alone would uplift the revenues on the upkeep of the estate non plussed by John's unconscious wish to consider selling the house at modest prices.

  • @mdj2742
    @mdj2742 Před rokem +561

    The parents need to admit that they want the money from the sale and aren’t interested in keeping the home in the family. Ben is charming and has an endearing quality. He also appears to be quite determined. He’s the perfect person to manage the estate.

    • @krustycreme1093
      @krustycreme1093 Před 10 měsíci +81

      Absolutely, and I think it's actually wrong to sell an inherited home rather than pass it down to your spring , as the ancestors did to you!

    • @terra2730
      @terra2730 Před 10 měsíci +17

      @@krustycreme1093 They just didnt want to burden their sons thats all and they said as much!
      They knew how much work the house had been for them! Geez

    • @sarahholland2600
      @sarahholland2600 Před 10 měsíci +28

      Agree. There's so much you could do with it. Photoshoots, Weddings, Air bnb , glamping, corporate clay pigeon shooting days, artists teaching weekends, yoga retreat weekends ....

    • @derricklangford4725
      @derricklangford4725 Před 10 měsíci +14

      Fuc that, sale and get the money. You have to be Mega rich to keep up with repairs on that house, let someone with the financial means take that project on.

    • @terra2730
      @terra2730 Před 10 měsíci +23

      @@derricklangford4725 You would be wrong! You must be a quitter

  • @jamessmithson-br7rm
    @jamessmithson-br7rm Před 3 měsíci +219

    To have a house like this in the family, and a son willing to take on the challenge and to not let him is absolute madness.

    • @jeanettemullins
      @jeanettemullins Před 3 měsíci +20

      I think the dad was the one bad at making the house a business but can't see his own flaws, only that there must be no potential. He seems to have a personality that's not easily challenged and takes it out on his son.

    • @jean405
      @jean405 Před 2 měsíci +8

      It is also very cruel!

    • @johnmightymole2284
      @johnmightymole2284 Před 2 měsíci

      Not really

    • @gemmaelsworthy5297
      @gemmaelsworthy5297 Před 2 měsíci +5

      read up further the kids ending up selling it anyway

    • @daylehudson6810
      @daylehudson6810 Před 2 měsíci

      It doesn't hurt to try

  • @denisedspain7991
    @denisedspain7991 Před 2 měsíci +44

    I would hate to be the one that has to sell a house after it was in the family for 14 generations! Wow!

    • @mr.crowgamer6250
      @mr.crowgamer6250 Před měsícem +1

      5 not 14 there generation had been around for 14 lived in it for 5

    • @angiejohnson6666
      @angiejohnson6666 Před měsícem +1

      Me too!😮

    • @langyd4518
      @langyd4518 Před 11 dny

      all they do is sit around and blather

    • @titandarknight2698
      @titandarknight2698 Před 10 dny

      @@langyd4518 well that is what chairs are for. In thier house. For sitting and talking with others.

  • @MartyJackson
    @MartyJackson Před rokem +100

    Imagine owning a house and not even knowing how many bedrooms it has. Maaaad

    • @n.g.l.
      @n.g.l. Před 5 měsíci +1

      😂😂😂

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor Před 4 měsíci +10

      And he thinks the son is incompetent. Lived there his WHOLE LIFE and never counted.

    • @bonniephelps9481
      @bonniephelps9481 Před 3 měsíci +12

      That is so true. They don’t even know what they own, how can they possibly manage it.

    • @youreatowel9705
      @youreatowel9705 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thats not an easy question with a home like this its not as cut and dry as our normy houses. So how many bedrooms originally how many rooms are actively acting as a bedroom where do you draw the line of whats a bedroom? You put a bed in a ballroom or a library does it make it a bedroom? If I walk into a 2000 square foot room with a staircase in it and no closet idc how many beds are in it to me its not a bedroom. Then you got areas that are servant quarters or mother in law suits where they have a bedroom and kitchen maybe even a living room area in that section so thats not a bedroom nor can the bedrooms in those areas really be counted as a bedroom.

    • @piotr5338
      @piotr5338 Před měsícem

      Old money - folks have like thet .

  • @mohussain1615
    @mohussain1615 Před rokem +104

    They should also hire the estate out for filming movies and tv shows.

    • @WSMITHify
      @WSMITHify Před 9 měsíci +2

      No money in that, believe me I’ve tried

    • @mirandalu6703
      @mirandalu6703 Před 9 měsíci +8

      @@WSMITHifywell, but it may be a good advertisement.

    • @northsouth252
      @northsouth252 Před 2 měsíci

      They have tried that....I think it was called "in the land of plenty".

    • @daylehudson6810
      @daylehudson6810 Před 2 měsíci

      Good idea

    • @marciaoh7056
      @marciaoh7056 Před 15 dny

      It already has been used in four movies.
      Its nice pocket money but not a steady income.

  • @kjss4345
    @kjss4345 Před rokem +119

    Old guy lived there his whole life....no idea how many rooms😀

    • @janedoe5229
      @janedoe5229 Před 4 měsíci +15

      You would think that one rainy, he might have counted them. And thinking about putting it up for sale and no idea exactly how many rooms he is selling.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor Před 4 měsíci +28

      He's never counted. Yet thinks his son is too incompetent to inherit it.

    • @SlayNorway
      @SlayNorway Před 2 měsíci +2

      @@OffGridInvestortypically how it goes

    • @ThaidUp
      @ThaidUp Před 2 měsíci

      Exactly what a moron.

    • @kevinbrown-ge6sz
      @kevinbrown-ge6sz Před 2 měsíci +3

      @@janedoe5229 It would seem there would be architectural designs, , archives, tax records or some other documents showing the size and number of rooms in the house.

  • @lizrigby-jones3700
    @lizrigby-jones3700 Před 10 měsíci +50

    Lovely guy Ben is. His father criticises him in a negative view. Hopeful he can gain confidence to carry on the good work.

    • @pearpo
      @pearpo Před měsícem +1

      It seems that the family problem goes back further to the Wife Flavia and the Dad’s Mother who managed the house into her death.
      Flavia said it was part of her wedding vows she wanted to have nothing to do with the house.
      It seems passed this attitude to her younger son. Who appears a silent saboteur “on Mum’s side.”

  • @evehawasinare228
    @evehawasinare228 Před rokem +184

    The father needed to trust his son more. He has done well

    • @Sthmohtwenty
      @Sthmohtwenty Před rokem +10

      Parent always c their kids r still kids

    • @darren6831
      @darren6831 Před rokem

      Both parents are dead and the business is still going

    • @nicolesibylla2541
      @nicolesibylla2541 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Ben's father is a mammalian failure.

    • @kristibyerts5987
      @kristibyerts5987 Před 2 měsíci +3

      No he was right The kids ended up inheriting the house and sold it for over 6 million

    • @pearpo
      @pearpo Před měsícem

      Parents still remember them as children but they need to adapt and raise adults.

  • @totallydomestic433
    @totallydomestic433 Před rokem +147

    Benjamin is a wonderful son! I hope he gets the credit he deserves.

    • @yama5182
      @yama5182 Před 11 měsíci +2

      Sure…but next time if he’s going to attend or meet and greet, he should wear a suit…looks more professional and he isn’t, than it doesn’t matter. 👍

    • @janinep97
      @janinep97 Před 9 měsíci

      At 42 he still doesn’t live on his own, I think his head is in the clouds

    • @janinep97
      @janinep97 Před 9 měsíci +5

      So sad, the dad passed summer, mum in December, 2021.

    • @busterbiloxi3833
      @busterbiloxi3833 Před 9 měsíci +2

      He gets credit for being a toff who can't manage an inherited property.

    • @lindab8397
      @lindab8397 Před 9 měsíci

      @@janinep97 oh no…. Sorry to hear that. 😮

  • @susangreen2344
    @susangreen2344 Před rokem +217

    Ben is charming which adds to his new found role with hosting events. He is absolutely the right person for this and is well committed towards the business attached to Heath House. He has proved himself worthy of rising to such a challenge and going forward. Well done!

    • @Metaworldwide
      @Metaworldwide Před rokem

      He's not going to marry you.

    • @maganalia
      @maganalia Před rokem

      @davidoffon Really? Damn I wanted to watch the stable rebuild!

    • @Taina2024
      @Taina2024 Před 6 měsíci +3

      The other people have been charming as well, but if you watch the other shows, you'll notice that Ruth Watson is extremely rude and she makes very disgusting comments towards the clients (for example about the paintings of their ancestors) that really riles them up. She's behaving incredibly well and humbled on this episode for some reason (even in the tone of her voice). Maybe she feels intimidated.

    • @LeaWilson-zc2zm
      @LeaWilson-zc2zm Před 2 měsíci

      Ben is charming how would you know are you sleeping 🛌 with him you clown 🤡

    • @LeaWilson-zc2zm
      @LeaWilson-zc2zm Před 2 měsíci

      🤣🤣🥲🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @-ZED-
    @-ZED- Před rokem +129

    ----Update----
    I have checked and in 2021 the house was sold to new buyers and a few years after this was aired both parents passed away leaving it to their sons who tried to keep it afloat but eventually did not work out and then sold the property.

    • @sandraford4235
      @sandraford4235 Před rokem +24

      That’s a shame ,

    • @yvonnemar77
      @yvonnemar77 Před rokem +4

      😢😢😢

    • @TomWatsonB1
      @TomWatsonB1 Před rokem +37

      Yes, I was about to write this. Brother Justin and his wife (married in 2015) tried their hand at Heath House, but it was sold. Perhaps Covid was the nail in the coffin.

    • @sventer198
      @sventer198 Před rokem +9

      @@TomWatsonB1 sadly it would have been.

    • @kenj.8897
      @kenj.8897 Před rokem +16

      Maybe the new owners can keep it in their family for 14 generations

  • @Whoiskevinjones
    @Whoiskevinjones Před rokem +70

    Surely there was a way to increase earnings from farm land, too. If he didn't know how many bedrooms were in the house, he likely never met with the farmers to ask how he could help.

    • @OffGridInvestor
      @OffGridInvestor Před 4 měsíci +14

      Exactly. 600 acres and not a damn sheep in sight. I know in Australia we can only run 2 sheep an acre, they can run 22-24 in England. No idea of the amount of rooms although living there his whole life, probably never talked to farmers, and then somehow think THE SON is incompetent.

    • @raymondgagne8363
      @raymondgagne8363 Před 2 měsíci

      @@OffGridInvestorI guess this comment applied to Dad and Mom also, they ran the home in deficit for years prior to the filming.

    • @daylehudson6810
      @daylehudson6810 Před 2 měsíci

      Maybe have more owners

    • @elizabethash4720
      @elizabethash4720 Před 2 měsíci

      ​@OffGridInvestor when people say such things about others they are usually talking about themselves. Seems his father had a blind spot.

  • @doonewatts7155
    @doonewatts7155 Před rokem +20

    Fantastic Benjamin! You are so lovely despite obviously being battered down emotionally by an overbearing father. To finally stand up to him and prove him utterly wrong delights me no end

  • @mountresplendent
    @mountresplendent Před měsícem +14

    To Ben and Justin,
    You did the best you could. Wishing you peace of mind. 🇨🇦🇨🇦

  • @JerryDLTN
    @JerryDLTN Před rokem +28

    Turn it into a Bed and Breakfast. Serve meals like Miss Mary Bobo's in Lynchburg, TN. Have a horseback-led tours of the grounds. Host activities in the yard as if living in 1836. Partner up with some attraction in town near the home. Maybe have an annual car show like at the Marlborough House

    • @skontheroad
      @skontheroad Před rokem

      And where will the money come from. To pay off the mortgage each month? After they pay off the heating bills that is.

    • @virginiamoss7045
      @virginiamoss7045 Před rokem +1

      Horses are extremely expensive to own; not at all a solution to a property already too expensive to own.

    • @user-sb6uf7sm6g
      @user-sb6uf7sm6g Před měsícem

      🥃 Jack was here.

    • @pearpo
      @pearpo Před měsícem

      Stables for others horses.
      Yes business takes capital, but to have a family gem and heirloom of such historic significance and cut off your own children from the earning/ managing their legacy seems very cruel. Someone wrote they did sell it but at least for a higher amount then a lowball offer. And some strides were made in John learning to mature and be Fatherly to his adult son(s). Part of parenting is raising the adults and then letting go.

  • @user-pb1ue9bk9z
    @user-pb1ue9bk9z Před rokem +54

    What a delight to watch, enjoyed every second. Did not appreciate it being filmed over a decade ago and sad to hear John and Flavia have now passed.

  • @akashmukhopadhyay9335
    @akashmukhopadhyay9335 Před rokem +46

    Little Ben was so hopeful and enthusiastic, he is so sweet.

    • @rgray531
      @rgray531 Před 5 měsíci +7

      Little? He is a 40 something old man.

  • @wendymaybury6329
    @wendymaybury6329 Před rokem +42

    Staggeringly beautiful house and especially the grounds!

  • @GingerNinja1
    @GingerNinja1 Před měsícem +6

    Beautiful mansion & grounds. I hate to hear they ended up selling 13 yrs later, but hopefully the new owners will maintain it.

    • @dodge33445
      @dodge33445 Před měsícem

      Yeah, True Ginger... If they can afford to buy it for 6 mil, they can afford to keep it up.. Prolly better than the aging couple could.

  • @daisy9910
    @daisy9910 Před 6 měsíci +39

    Parents like this raise insecure children who lack confidence, then denigrate them to say, 'see you aren't good enough'. I'm glad Ben was able to have a go. John was incredibly rude to Ruth.

    • @elizabethash4720
      @elizabethash4720 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Gaslighting is very destructive.

    • @MrVorpalsword
      @MrVorpalsword Před měsícem

      @@elizabethash4720 I believe they're rigging it up for electricity in the near future.

  • @ghiacoquette8486
    @ghiacoquette8486 Před 8 dny +1

    “He’s grown in confidence” no thanks to you, Father.

  • @waynemiller6156
    @waynemiller6156 Před 3 měsíci +4

    This was a beautiful home and gardens. I hope whoever bought it, has respect for it, cares about it and loves this house keeping it a historical piece of beautiful architectual history. Its a truely amazing and has so much beauty and craftsmanship that so many homes lack today.

  • @kylie-mareebaldwin4672
    @kylie-mareebaldwin4672 Před rokem +23

    Imagine if your primary stressor in life was what to do with your inherited wealth.
    Glad they kept it in the family.

    • @terra2730
      @terra2730 Před rokem +1

      They were going broke why do you think they needed to sell it

    • @tslee8236
      @tslee8236 Před rokem +1

      A gift or a curse? 😅

    • @planetclaire820boulder8
      @planetclaire820boulder8 Před 2 měsíci

      I think that they could have at least tried and as it progressed, met with large Hotel chains and collaborated, to turn it into a hotel, and high end dining, along with the wedding/ reception venues. They could have made deals, to each have a private suite for each son. The photography office/studio on site. Sometimes locals want to stay close rather than going on holiday abroad. Everyone's needs would have been met and the grand Home would have gone on for years to come. Dad seemed a likeable man and mum too, but ...

  • @suzannegriffin5121
    @suzannegriffin5121 Před rokem +55

    I'm glad that Jon and Flavia decided to allow their son to go forward with the house, as it is his birthright as it was Jon's, and his father's and his father's and so on. Hopefully Ben will marry some day and be able to pass the property on to his child.

    • @kayleyholland5655
      @kayleyholland5655 Před rokem +7

      It’s already up for sale 10 years after this show. Seems like he was waiting for his parents to die so he could inherit all the money

    • @busterbiloxi3833
      @busterbiloxi3833 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Not likely. The house was sold.

    • @rorus9530
      @rorus9530 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@busterbiloxi3833 Thats a shame after so many generations.

    • @raymondgagne8363
      @raymondgagne8363 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@kayleyholland5655very crude comment in my opinion. The sons would inherit either way, if the house was sold prior to parents passing or after, it’s called inheritance, whether in assets or liquid makes no difference. Dad inherited the house the same way as his son, I’m guessing the comment can apply to Dad too?

    • @kayleyholland5655
      @kayleyholland5655 Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@raymondgagne8363 no the parents would have sold it and used the money for their retirement leaving not as much for the son. Whereas if the son managed to get them to keep it, there would be no loss of money spent on the parents retirement

  • @emiscand
    @emiscand Před rokem +61

    I love posh people and their stiff upper lip. Them: "Two strokes and a heart attack..it was terribly unfortunate". Me: I can't do anything today, I have a slightly sore throat.

    • @snorttroll4379
      @snorttroll4379 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Only the unrefined and poor use that word unironically

  • @PROUDCANADIANGIRL
    @PROUDCANADIANGIRL Před rokem +21

    These incredible castle type estates you see here is something you would never see in Ontario.. the charm and vast history of these structures is so fascinating and only something you would see in a movie here. I can only think of one estate here like Heath house but it’s only 80 years old.. these estates are hundreds of years old ..
    I would definitely give it to my son or daughter if they wanted to keep it going and in the family. This son is 42, not a child. I read this couple have passed away so my condolences. 🙏🏼

    • @expo1706
      @expo1706 Před 10 měsíci

      That's not true. There's Casa Loma and other places.

    • @vicj9256
      @vicj9256 Před měsícem

      @@expo1706 Nothing as old as in England. Ontario is a baby in comparison. Casa Loma is only about 110 years old and came from "new" money and in a different social context than the old houses in England evolved out of. The owner of Casa Loma only lasted 10 years before it was seized for unpaid taxes.

  • @ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293

    Buying a historic home of that calibre is prohibitive for most relatively well off folks-- not because of the purchase price, which can often be suspiciously reasonable, but because of the running costs. THAT'S where you get stung. And it explains why they so often leave private hands and get turned into hotels. How people are permitted to turn Grade-listed properties this gorgeous into modern hotels baffles me but a private owner with intentions to rejuvenate it as a private dwelling is watched like a hawk is one for the scholars.

  • @Anna.Mason151
    @Anna.Mason151 Před rokem +20

    It is lovely to see a family break those negative family role projections that don’t serve to uplift each person, and to see everyone in the family benefit from the changes it has made.

  • @mpalmer7800
    @mpalmer7800 Před rokem +24

    Am binge watching these mansions stories!!! These are amazing stories

  • @spotifyde5979
    @spotifyde5979 Před 2 měsíci +7

    on the market for 2 years and doesn't know how many bedrooms it has? no wonder he hasn't sold it yet

  • @reptreptilian
    @reptreptilian Před 3 měsíci +17

    Ben is a good son. At least he gives a s**t about his family's legacy.

  • @nvw2978
    @nvw2978 Před rokem +56

    I love Ben, he has such a sweet awkwardness about him but a blossoming determination to make a success and keep it in his family for generations to come.
    I would love to have the lady of that manor and the wife of a gorgeous guy like Ben. X

    • @Metaworldwide
      @Metaworldwide Před rokem +12

      Alright love this ain't Gold Diggers version of tinder.

    • @Di-gr3ex
      @Di-gr3ex Před rokem +1

      @@Metaworldwide 🤣

    • @gambylou9959
      @gambylou9959 Před rokem

      @@Metaworldwide 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣 😂 🤣

    • @kayleyholland5655
      @kayleyholland5655 Před rokem +1

      Well he put it up for sale in 2021 again. I think he was just waiting for his parents to die so he could get all the money from the sale himself.

    • @krustycreme1093
      @krustycreme1093 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@kayleyholland5655 Seriously?
      That's disgusting, after 14 generations in the family!
      I bet Ben was after a husband too, not a wife, which is why he stayed single while his parents were around!

  • @jumaris28
    @jumaris28 Před rokem +67

    I love seeing Benjamín hands on , proving his parents that he is more than capable to run the business and keep the State on the Family for generations to come !! Greetings from Oxnard California
    🇺🇸 love this Channel 😊

    • @MusicList-rl9yu
      @MusicList-rl9yu Před 10 měsíci

      805? Wow...

    • @kathrynwitte3398
      @kathrynwitte3398 Před 9 měsíci +1

      The parents died a decade ago and the sons sold it after the pandemic.

    • @busterbiloxi3833
      @busterbiloxi3833 Před 9 měsíci

      Benjamin is totally incapable and sold out.

    • @pushpenderrana6190
      @pushpenderrana6190 Před měsícem

      A forty plus young man whose father has no confidence in his abilities and makes that clear is whats puling him down.Its obvious that the father never got the property to make itself pay by the letting it outfor weddings or weekend guests or shooting grounds,else his son would be handling it like apro.

  • @2Sugarbears
    @2Sugarbears Před rokem +157

    I don't get "dad" telling son to do what he failed to do.

  • @evelynenerveat2077
    @evelynenerveat2077 Před rokem +16

    So thrilled Ben could live his dream with a little help. Selling that gorgeous stately family home would have been such a terribly heart-breaking prospect.
    Well done Benjamin. You can be proud of what you've achieved

  • @RLReagan
    @RLReagan Před rokem +14

    I think the father lost sight of the potential. Happened with my parents just being overwhelmed. This was at a time the travel industry was being overtaken by internet and apps. They were so lost. My family’s business had so degraded by the time of their death there was no option but to sell.

  • @rozieofpetitprince
    @rozieofpetitprince Před rokem +16

    I believe the dad is not as arrogant and ignorant as he sounded at first, he needed some comfort from his son that the latter is capable of doing the business that Ben successfully managed to prove to his father. Bravo, Benjamin, well done 🙏🏻

    • @nicolesibylla2541
      @nicolesibylla2541 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Face it, the dad is a both a mammal and a failure.

    • @pmc8119
      @pmc8119 Před 3 měsíci +1

      He certainly was! The very reason he had two 40 something sons who couldn't form relationships is a pretty good indication

  • @dorothyfrew6147
    @dorothyfrew6147 Před 2 měsíci +30

    I'm dying to pressure wash the outside. It would be so pretty.

    • @MrVorpalsword
      @MrVorpalsword Před měsícem +5

      ..... possibly take the protective patina from the outside of the stone, exfoliate and leave it wide open to corrosion and erosion. Seen it a million times, leave well alone. PS sorry I've just looked again, over-cleaning those façades would be a disaster, washing away its protection as well as its history.

    • @dodge33445
      @dodge33445 Před měsícem +1

      No, its supposed to be like that.

    • @Kbcmkk5
      @Kbcmkk5 Před 28 dny +1

      lol Mee too!

  • @deirdremaza2703
    @deirdremaza2703 Před rokem +71

    What an excellent choice to leave it in the family. Good luck Benjamin with your new found business ❤️ from New York 🍀

    • @kellyrichards1354
      @kellyrichards1354 Před rokem +3

      Yes, all the best to Ben, all the next generation/s. Also from New York (currently).

    • @h.r.puffinstuff7099
      @h.r.puffinstuff7099 Před rokem +1

      I also am glad they didn’t sell! It’s lovely, especially some of the grounds! Even though I am not from New York, I did go to college there!

    • @kathrynwitte3398
      @kathrynwitte3398 Před 9 měsíci

      @@h.r.puffinstuff7099they sold it after the pandemic.

    • @banshee1133
      @banshee1133 Před 8 měsíci

      @@h.r.puffinstuff7099 they already sold it

    • @neptu17
      @neptu17 Před 7 měsíci

      @@h.r.puffinstuff7099 they did sell it

  • @annagonzales8178
    @annagonzales8178 Před rokem +17

    I’m so sad at how these parents have so much disbelief in their own son and their family lines future in keeping this magnificent property in their family!! They have a spark of hope and they’d rather snuff it out than let it stay lit. However the parents didn’t seem to want the home bc they were always 50/50 prior to having move in. Go Ben go!!! Keep going! Make your ancestors proud and those future generations!!!

    • @robinhood-ex3em
      @robinhood-ex3em Před 15 dny

      Maybe they knew their son and his character better than we for 40 minutes on TV…

  • @brownysshitfightofamind1828

    I feel for both son’s having a father like that.

    • @rozieofpetitprince
      @rozieofpetitprince Před rokem

      So do I… ahhh, the mother is quite a piece of “art”…((

    • @mobius2891
      @mobius2891 Před měsícem

      I think Dad was a passive-aggressive bully in the WORST sense of the word. His poor sons.

  • @sherreywurz731
    @sherreywurz731 Před 9 měsíci +9

    Absolutely stunning house and land.

  • @rosebudame
    @rosebudame Před rokem +45

    WOW, what a difficult father. Ben almost never had a chance. If they had commercialized a number of years earlier they may have survived Covid and anything else.

    • @North49191
      @North49191 Před rokem +1

      Did you ever consider that Ben was a spoiled brat his whole life?

    • @rosebudame
      @rosebudame Před rokem +12

      @@North49191 Well who may have created a “spoiled brat”?

    • @tomdonadel8531
      @tomdonadel8531 Před rokem

      Difficult father but from what I can see, Ben is a bafoon. He would bankrupt that house in no time

    • @skontheroad
      @skontheroad Před rokem +6

      Did these comments all move over from another page? It was filmed in 2009. It is now March 2023....

    • @sarahstrong7174
      @sarahstrong7174 Před rokem +3

      @@tomdonadel8531 He seems quite practical to me.

  • @rozieofpetitprince
    @rozieofpetitprince Před rokem +15

    The old lady used to tell her son that he bullied Benjamin… how sad is that

  • @scotnick59
    @scotnick59 Před rokem +11

    Heath House would make a cool place to film Shirley Jackson's THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE!

    • @daylehudson6810
      @daylehudson6810 Před 2 měsíci

      If they keep it they shouldn't have sold the art works on the walls. Seeing the art on the walls it part of the joy of visiting

  • @garyblais8602
    @garyblais8602 Před rokem +4

    Thank you Hugh Bonneville for your great dialogues amongst some sorry stories. Bravo on your new career.

  • @aprilstar3572
    @aprilstar3572 Před rokem +12

    I’m so proud of the young man and I feel sure he will make it

    • @busterbiloxi3833
      @busterbiloxi3833 Před 9 měsíci

      Still sure? The house was sold by the sons, two wastrel laggards.

  • @TiGGowich
    @TiGGowich Před 6 měsíci +4

    I feel so empathetic to Ben (also because that's my name), because I've been in the same boat. He is clearly ambitious and capable... but a life of your own parents telling you that you are a good for nothing and cannot pull it off takes away all your confidence and trust in your own abilities. I am so happy for Ben that he did manage to pull it off and gain his confidence back despite his father not ever having his back...

  • @IDidntAskU
    @IDidntAskU Před rokem +8

    " so your kinda use to running out of money" 😑
    Story of my life. 😅

  • @XOX74
    @XOX74 Před rokem +13

    Sorry to see it up for sale. Maybe it didnt hold the same feeling since his parents passed. Lovely people. 🙏🙌

    • @katharinatrub1338
      @katharinatrub1338 Před rokem

      Oh! What sad News! I guess to split up the inheritance.... hum...

  • @denisemahoney232
    @denisemahoney232 Před 10 měsíci +19

    I believe the parents would be embarrassed if their son made a go of it and they couldn't.
    It is sad that the parents would rather sell than give their son a chance to keep it in the family. Ben would make a real go of this and prove he was more than capable.

    • @nicolesibylla2541
      @nicolesibylla2541 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Bingo.

    • @kristibyerts5987
      @kristibyerts5987 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Nope not true, they didn’t sell And they passed away and the sons inherited it and then ended up selling it, So the parents had to struggle during their final years just for their sons to sell it and make the money and live good smh

    • @uniqtraveller2162
      @uniqtraveller2162 Před 10 dny

      Yes, It was sold privately so sad ,I worked there and fell in love with it still miss it .!

  • @angelavonhalle5144
    @angelavonhalle5144 Před 2 měsíci +3

    This would be a good movie set.

  • @nelltaylor8171
    @nelltaylor8171 Před rokem +12

    Such a shame that the father didn’t trust the son. The mother never wanted any involvement in the house, as evident also by her wedding vows. It’s such a shame as after this programme was aired the house has since been sold at over £6M, as being a successful events location.

    • @mariejosemckeown
      @mariejosemckeown Před 10 měsíci +2

      Really ?

    • @ecaldwell9
      @ecaldwell9 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I think there is a reason why he has a concern. He knows his son more than we do. He’s 5th generation of being there & doesn’t know how many BR’s are there? You’re selling the property & don’t know how many BR’s there are? I’m glad the property was finally able to support itself, & not had to tear it down or anything like that. They have the right to sell & get return on the money they’ve invested over the yrs. They don’t owe their sons anything. They have gotten them to the age of majority. They’re done!

    • @busterbiloxi3833
      @busterbiloxi3833 Před 9 měsíci +1

      The father was aware of his son's, uh, embrace of the love that dares not speak its name.

  • @paulafoster2607
    @paulafoster2607 Před rokem +6

    I know what he means by saying Americans will like it. When I'm in England I love staying in the old houses. But to my surprise someone from another country has bought it and has nothing to tell me about the history or the history of the area. It would be very nice to stay somewhere like this.

  • @jaimicottrill2831
    @jaimicottrill2831 Před rokem +8

    It's a pity that these old manor homes are crumbling and being neglected because they are too expensive to heat and light. If the historical societies that are supposed to "protect' thiese homes would loosen the restrictions on certain things then it might save more houses. Discreet solar panels, or renovating to include geothermal heating, making sure the windows are triple glazed etc can all help off set the cost of heating the homes.

    • @vicj9256
      @vicj9256 Před měsícem

      Sometimes you are to let the past die. The economic and social system that created those houses is gone.

  • @jacqui9176
    @jacqui9176 Před rokem +12

    Sad to see Ben's parents has now passed on and the property is up for sale.

    • @jennybertenshaw7694
      @jennybertenshaw7694 Před 10 měsíci +4

      Don't know where you got that from It is now being run by Ben and Justin and his wife Julia and has rave reviews

    • @busterbiloxi3833
      @busterbiloxi3833 Před 9 měsíci

      It was sold.@@jennybertenshaw7694

  • @Straighttalk95
    @Straighttalk95 Před 3 měsíci +4

    “No no rubbish you 😂 be quiet ! “ 😂😂😂😂😂 he told her off like a headmaster would a pupil 🤦🏻‍♀️

  • @davidnavratil5349
    @davidnavratil5349 Před 2 měsíci +5

    From my viewpoint they did not have the moral right to deny their son of the inheritance. Both of them were old and should let their son have a go on the house like all the generations before. He also showed lot of passion and interest into doing something with the estate. I think both parents were selfish.

  • @wasblind4835
    @wasblind4835 Před rokem +18

    It was wonderful to see the house was kept. Good wishes for Ben. I agree the stable house should be fixed up for more income.

  • @nabilfreeman
    @nabilfreeman Před 2 měsíci +5

    The idea that they would even sell off the asset is the mentality that is completely wrong with the UK. People value cash more than assets and then a generation later all the money is gone.

  • @debbieross5257
    @debbieross5257 Před 9 měsíci +4

    I would love to visit this beautiful estate, if ever I have the opportunity. I wish them every success in their venture.

  • @skontheroad
    @skontheroad Před rokem +7

    Poor Aunt Anthea!

  • @JerryDLTN
    @JerryDLTN Před rokem +4

    30:10 An idea for Ben: Get a couple of GoPros to mount up high to record his events down below and then watch afterward to see what went well and what could have been improved.

  • @mrvgstyle2442
    @mrvgstyle2442 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Unfortunately, I did some research. John Philips died in August 2011 and Flavia died a few months later in December of the same year. Heath House was sold and its contents were sold at auction by the Italian Art Society in April of 2022. I also ran into an online article that said Ben Philips mysteriously disappeared. Ben and his younger brother, Justin last owned the house. Justin and his wife, Sophie, were managing the business side of Heath House prior to its sale.

    • @panamaJ
      @panamaJ Před 2 měsíci +4

      Where did you read that? I just googled it and it’s still with the Philips family.

    • @mrvgstyle2442
      @mrvgstyle2442 Před 2 měsíci

      @@panamaJ , Google 'Heath House, Staffordshire for sale." It was listed by Savills for £6,250,000. You can look it up on the site for Francis York. You need to be careful about internet searches because search engines keep old, outdated information. Best to click on the link for the actual date published.

    • @phoenixgirl70
      @phoenixgirl70 Před 2 měsíci

      @@panamaJDid you read the date of what you saw. It was sold in 2023. The website no longer works. I think it was the result of Covid plus the father didn’t seem to want anything to do with the house. I was surprised his mother had lived there until she passed. I think just mistakes made over time as the upkeep costs would have been around 100 grand a year. Imagine needing the plumbing fixed?! But yes it sold and then most contents auctioned off. I’ve been looking up everything I could for hours this afternoon. Maybe the new owners have the money and re-open it again. I’m just glad it didn’t fall into ruins.

  • @adam_lux4691
    @adam_lux4691 Před rokem +6

    R.I.P to both John & Flavia

  • @PJL7095
    @PJL7095 Před 2 měsíci +1

    Such a beautiful estate even in 2008. I could find plenty of ways to make it a profitable yet still carrying the charm of the land

  • @Fireflier71
    @Fireflier71 Před rokem +3

    It's 2013 and just googled the house and it states its owned still by the sons 🙏👏👏

  • @stephendennis5969
    @stephendennis5969 Před rokem +28

    The mother wanted it gone. She knew her health was failing and wanted it gone. Especially since dad procrastinates and wouldn’t make any decisions. He was just doing what she wanted. And they were ignoring their son, who was damn near pleading for them to let him run it.

    • @kuchikopi4631
      @kuchikopi4631 Před rokem +5

      Yea, the poor mother didn't want to burden the sons with that huge responsibility.

  • @blancabulgrin5560
    @blancabulgrin5560 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I think Ben is doing well ,I hate to see that home go for two million That's nothing I'm cheering for you Ben your doing great!!!

  • @blancabulgrin5560
    @blancabulgrin5560 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I just read what happen,so sorry for your parents. I 'm glad it was Six million you got for it best wishes to you both !!!

  • @1NeverunderStood
    @1NeverunderStood Před rokem +7

    Seems father and mother do not want the son to do things they 🫠Never did Bravo the son well done Bravoto you

  • @kentuckianaboy
    @kentuckianaboy Před rokem +7

    Old place sure would look better with a pressure washing on the outside.

  • @LaoZi2023
    @LaoZi2023 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I think the Fulford's could learn something from this family. True, the Fulford's need a lot of repairing, but I wonder if they could find some people who would want to help in the renovation for a chance to satay in their house. Mr. Fulford seems like a riot to spend some time with, but Mrs. Fulford would be difficult. As a faux painter and artist, I've worked for similar types, and it's tough when there's a person in the mix, making decisions, who can't reason well. Scaffolding would be one of the biggest issues for the Fulford mansion, and leaving people alone to do the work. I love that kind of work, it's not as enjoyable as painting a canvas, but it is satisfying. I'd love go to the Fulford's and spend a few months to renovate the entire place. They pay for the materials, and we work for food and experience. There would need to be a team of artists, a mason, wood workers, a few faux artists...I've done masonry, construction work, faux wood, faux marble ( both in the French and the Italian influence), sculpting, metal work, plumbing, heating (of course inspections would be necessary). The possibilities would be endless.

  • @mikebegonia6134
    @mikebegonia6134 Před rokem +5

    Now Heath House is on the market for a cool 6.2 mil.

  • @vivdoolan6846
    @vivdoolan6846 Před rokem +51

    The father is the problem.....hes a total nightmare ! He wouldnt trust Ben but didnt realise himself how badly he failed himself and that anyone was going to do better.

  • @RK-fx4sv
    @RK-fx4sv Před rokem +5

    I am glad to see they were able to make a go of it.

  • @bakenumber4
    @bakenumber4 Před rokem +2

    I'm sorry to hear his dear ma,ma had a stroke, but thank goodness her recovery is coming along...America wishes her well.

  • @bend3rbot
    @bend3rbot Před měsícem +1

    So sad to see the family who clearly benefited in the past centuries from exploiting the spoils of empire coming to the realisation that it wasn't ever deserved of their intelligence or within their natural means. One's heart goes out! ❤😊

  • @Jennifer62389
    @Jennifer62389 Před rokem +3

    I have taking care of my own little house, can you imagine having to take care that place. His father should have been training his son's all the things they would need to know and writing it down for his son's, that's their father's fault. Let your son take it on.

  • @maidinulster
    @maidinulster Před 9 měsíci +3

    Ben honestly, you most def need a good woman behind you, no shadow of a doubt

  • @user-or6ep1cg5h
    @user-or6ep1cg5h Před 2 měsíci +3

    How sad for these family estates to get sold off smh

  • @janetgreen7678
    @janetgreen7678 Před rokem +10

    Dan, Come on man! You graft harder than any 10 men! Killer respect for you.
    Weather you realized it or not when you first started your CZcams journey, you began creating a priceless gift for your boys! The rest of us are secondary happy travel companions on your journey.
    The historical record you are creating will be forever treasured by the boys and their future children. Epic gift. I do hope that you will have the time to review your remarkable evolution and enjoy the ride.
    This venture has proven to be a catalyst, bringing people from all points of the globe together. Allowing new friendships to blossom into a massive Good Vibe Tribe! Whoot! How cool is that?
    Your perspective is amazing. Good stuff.
    We are going through it all with you. Loudly cheering you on. Even on your toughest days you are not alone. All you need to do is ask for help from this great community. So many people willing to help sharing their professional experience with you. This also may help others with their own projects.
    Look at you being such a philanthropist! Way to go!
    Personally I am honored to witness your endeavors.
    Thanks mate from Herndon, Virginia USA.
    Now for the love of God man! Get yourself a pair of steel toed boots! I roll my eyes every time I see you working in those sneakers!
    Much love and respect to you my friend. Janet

    • @katharinatrub1338
      @katharinatrub1338 Před rokem +2

      Hi, after watching House Rescue, and commented it, I read some of the following and read your comment. It must have been the following video started (happened to me sometimes). By chance I am also a 'follower' of Dan (the gardener), only your comment is on the wrong , 'Page'... Have a good day!

    • @janetgreen7678
      @janetgreen7678 Před rokem

      @@katharinatrub1338 thank you!

    • @katharinatrub1338
      @katharinatrub1338 Před rokem

      @@janetgreen7678 You are most welcome ; ))

    • @rockyquinn3374
      @rockyquinn3374 Před rokem +1

      Lol, I also knew exactly who the comment was meant for

  • @helenamarich5597
    @helenamarich5597 Před měsícem +1

    Well done Ben! 👏

  • @katharinatrub1338
    @katharinatrub1338 Před rokem +8

    I've watched another Video with Ruth and Heath House which I liked to but this Story beat's it by far. In fact I am very moved by this New Version ! Ruth what a Master in Speak and Act! You have multiple talents and also the one of a Mediator! I simply adored this Video!

    • @daylehudson6810
      @daylehudson6810 Před 2 měsíci

      They should not have taken the are off the walls to sell. Maybe they didnt

  • @kimberlystritt8631
    @kimberlystritt8631 Před 4 měsíci

    I’ve recently stumbled upon this program.
    So far I have completely been enjoying.
    Seeing this was over a decade ago, I hope that Heath House under the direction of blossoming Ben has journeyed to a wonderful place, wherever that may be.
    As an American who loves history and decor with a background in event planning , my mind was on overload with endless ideas.
    Those sofas are amazing.
    Cheers 🥂 🍾 to Ben, family & The Heath House 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @virginiabotha3545
    @virginiabotha3545 Před 10 měsíci

    Commitment is an amazingly powerful thing. Full commitment equals full power. Making a decision and sticking with it is power.

  • @cynsmi
    @cynsmi Před rokem +12

    The sons are so willing, how can they sell their heritages?

    • @nata3467
      @nata3467 Před rokem +5

      Lack of money

    • @uniqtraveller2162
      @uniqtraveller2162 Před 10 dny

      Yes, It was sold privately so sad ,I worked there and fell in love with it still miss it .!

  • @dawnwesterbeck346
    @dawnwesterbeck346 Před rokem +3

    Glad to have an update.

    • @-ZED-
      @-ZED- Před rokem

      This is from 2009 see my comment for a more up to date update.

  • @mmemphisevonygameaccount7871
    @mmemphisevonygameaccount7871 Před 8 měsíci +3

    With Ben living in the home, I think the Heath house will continue on successfully. I honestly hope he consults PROFESSIONALS in each of the various occupational requirements needed to run such an establishment successfully.

    • @SirMrShanks
      @SirMrShanks Před 6 měsíci

      since this was filmed 13+ years ago: Ben and
      his brother inherited the house. Unfortunately
      their father passed away not long after the
      show was filmed and their mother just a few
      months later. The younger brother, Justin, ran
      it as a wedding and photography venue with
      his wife. No idea what Ben was doing. lt
      seems that Covid was rough for them and the
      estate was sold in 2021 for over £6 million
      After the estate was sold, the Phillips family
      auctioned off some of the art, silverware,
      books and furniture of the house in 2022
      They had a very active Facebook page until
      the house was sold.

    • @ClubOceanBlue22
      @ClubOceanBlue22 Před 6 měsíci +2

      @@SirMrShanks what a shame. The estate was eternal, 6 million spends quickly

  • @jonsnow6741
    @jonsnow6741 Před rokem +6

    Captains often take the ship down with them as others are seen as less able .

  • @curiousaboutanything2454
    @curiousaboutanything2454 Před 10 měsíci +4

    What a gorgeous property!
    A treat for the eyes.
    But you have to a substantial amount of money to maintain it, otherwise it's a nightmare 😊

  • @lyndaslocs
    @lyndaslocs Před 2 měsíci +1

    Many people fantasize about living in a castle. The reality is that they are exceedly expensive and demand a lot of work to maintain. As an older person I couldn't imagine having to be responsible for it.

  • @eaccristo
    @eaccristo Před rokem +8

    The old lady managed before she passed. Why can’t the couple continue what she did. ?? I think it’s magnificent. Bed and Breakfast. Air B and B. Weddings. Put in a five star restaurant. Exclusive music venue. I am full of ideas.

    • @katharinatrub1338
      @katharinatrub1338 Před rokem +1

      Yes the old Lady managed bevor her passing. Very touching story that was too.

  • @RideoutMr
    @RideoutMr Před rokem +5

    Love restoration...admire those who do it.

  • @servraghgiorsal7382
    @servraghgiorsal7382 Před rokem +7

    With all those bedrooms,I think it would be great as a private school, maybe for exceptional ( Smart) students.

    • @dunbarnoon9872
      @dunbarnoon9872 Před měsícem

      This was also my thought. A great place to raise and educate children

  • @pohguanlim7987
    @pohguanlim7987 Před rokem +1

    謝謝分享這麼好的視頻,很感動,為兒子的努力感到自豪。

  • @stacistein702
    @stacistein702 Před 8 měsíci

    I'm madly in love with this manor. It's my favorite estate so far on this program.

  • @haruspex1-50
    @haruspex1-50 Před 7 dny

    Would make a lovely wedding venue in the summer months. Potentially could be a lovely place for afternoon tea.

  • @elizauksamad304
    @elizauksamad304 Před 9 měsíci +3

    So painful to watch when senior parents don’t see adult children grown able to manage a historical asset.