Meet the Caretaker: 245 years of decay and one man's commitment

The Caretaker Welcome to The Caretaker. My name is Tom, and around here there is always something that needs fixing, building, maintaining, or caring for. In this first episode, I'll take you on a tour of our 1780 homestead and show you some of the projects waiting for us. From gardens and fences to old buildings, workshops, and repairs, this place keeps me busy year-round. If you enjoy old homes, practical skills, tools, woodworking, homestead projects, and seeing how things get done, I hope you'll join me for the journey. There is plenty of work ahead. Let's get started. This farmhouse has stood since 1779. That’s 245 years of somebody else’s problem — and now it’s Tom’s. Follow one man as he works to keep a sprawling historic New England property alive, one repair at a time. From crumbling stone walls to rotting decks, failing systems to forgotten craftsmanship, there’s always something that needs fixing when your house is older than the country itself. Tom just keeps showing up. No shortcuts. No flipping. Just the real work of keeping something worth keeping. Explore an antique New England property built in 1780. Join me for a detailed walkthrough of the grounds and historic architecture. This channel focuses on the reality of maintaining a historic estate. In this tour, we look at the main house, the surrounding two and a half acres, and the various outbuildings that make this site unique. Whether you are interested in restoration projects or simply appreciate colonial design, this antique New England property tour offers a glimpse into the daily responsibilities of a caretaker. Throughout the video, I highlight the specific features of this 1780 farmhouse, including the original structures and the functional chicken coop on the premises. Understanding the maintenance required for a historical house tour like this helps clarify what goes into preserving such a significant piece of local history. We examine the current state of the New England estate and discuss the upkeep necessary for these older buildings. Subscribe for weekly caretaker insights and property tours. Let me know in the comments which part of the estate you would like to see in more detail next.