Rebecca Roucloux Avery has left her home in Austin for a new life restoring a historic Victorian house in Vermont, Illinois. She purchased the 132-year-old property for $97,500 and has already invested $85,000 into critical repairs to the foundation and roof. The extensive renovation project is a labor of love undertaken with her partner. Avery’s move represents a significant lifestyle change, exchanging a modern Austin residence for a challenging restoration. This endeavor also signals her commitment to integrating into the Vermont, Illinois community. The project aims to preserve a piece of local history while creating a new home for Avery and her partner.