The Young Couple
Rebekah and Thomas knew that they were meant to be together the moment they met. They grew especially close because they shared a love for music. They both worked as music teachers at the same school, which is where their loved blossomed.
The Young Couple
Falling in Love
It didn’t take long for the couple to fall head over heels in love with one another. Their friends were taken aback when the pair announced they were getting married. Although their loved ones had their doubts, they wanted to spend forever together.
Falling In Love
A Shared Dream
Both Rebekah and Thomas wanted to live close to nature ever since they were children. They desired to get out of the city’s typical hustle and bustle, which is when they began searching for their ideal property.
A Shared Dream
The Perfect Home
It took many real estate agents, but the couple finally found a lovely home in the woods. They knew that this was meant to be theirs. Although it was secluded, the home was also close to the city.
The Perfect Home
Facing Obstacles
Although this was the right property for them, they faced some obstacles when it came to purchasing this home. Yet, they were determined to make this property theirs with the help of their savings accounts and private lessons.
Facing Obstacles
Their Honeymoon
As you can imagine, the couple required a significant sum of cash for the down payment. Their efforts were exhausting, so they decided to take some time and have a honeymoon once they moved into their new home.
Their Honeymoon
The Dominican Republic
They were both excited about the prospect of spending some days in an exotic location. The Dominican Republic was their first choice and they couldn’t wait to spend 11 days in this paradise. It was the ideal location to relax.
The Dominican Republic
Having a Blast
As Rebekah and Thomas boarded the plane, they knew they had made the right decision. During their stay, they sampled the island’s cuisine while also learning a bit about the culture. Additionally, the crystal-clear water blew them away.
Having A Blast
Returning Home
Once those 11 days were up, it was time to return home. The newlyweds were upset that they couldn’t spend more time in this paradise but they were excited to get back to their home. However, nothing prepared them for what was about to happen.
Returning Home
Getting a Taxi
After they had disembarked from the plane, they made their way through the airport to get a taxi. At this point, they were ecstatic to get back into the comfort of their own home. Something seemed odd once they arrived at their location.
Getting A Taxi
Not Right
At first, Thomas believed that the taxi driver had taken him and Rebekah to the wrong address. The home they were staring at wasn’t the one that they remembered in their memories. Something was seriously wrong.
Not Right
Unbelievable
The couple knew that something wasn’t right. Although their home was there, it was now surrounded by a massive fence. They were puzzled because both Thomas and Rebekah had never wanted a fence nor hired a crew to install one.
Unbelievable
The Fence
Thomas and Rebekah got out of the taxi and seemed a little disorientated. They both searched for the end of this fencing, but the most shocking thing was that this fence didn’t have any entry points. It was just a fence around the house with no gate.
The Fence
No Views
Thomas and Rebekah scaled the wall to gain access to their house. Once inside, they noticed that the great view they once had was no longer visible. From the first floor, the fence was the only visible thing.
No Views
Turning into a Nightmare
What was once a dream house had rapidly become a living nightmare for the couple. For Rebekah and Thomas, it felt like they were imprisoned. This was the last straw. They now needed to find a resolution.
Turning Into A Nightmare
No Answer
The first place the pair decided to tackle was the realtor to find out if they had any information on this fence. At first, the couple was ignored and dismissed. It seemed like everyone was baffled by the fence.
No Answer
They Lied
Rebekah and Thomas weren’t satisfied with this answer and decided to search around town to find a plausible conclusion for the fencing placed on the couple’s property. It didn’t take long until they discovered that the agency had lied.
They Lied
David Preece
The agency conveniently forgot to tell the couple that this property was involved in a land dispute with the owner of the farm next door. His name was David Preece and he was the one responsible for the fence.
David Preece
A Stressing Time
This was supposed to be a relaxing time, but the fence and land dispute place a great amount of strain on the couple’s relationship. They were determined to find a solution to this issue. However, there were some complications.
A Stressing Time
The Authorities
Because of legal constraints, the couple’s hands were tied when it came to taking the fencing down. They couldn’t dismantle this structure until the authorities allowed it, which proved to strain Rebekah.
The Authorities
Taking a Toll
This entire ordeal had taken a massive toll on Rebekah. She despised the feeling of being trapped on this property, especially when this was meant to be a haven. She felt like crying each time she saw the fence surrounding her home.
Taking A Toll
Separating
Due to this stress and strain, it was decided that it would be best for Rebekah to move back in with her parents. The farmer’s intense bullying gave Rebekah no choice. It was best for her sanity to move away from this situation.
Separating
Not Taking It
Although his wife had to move out, Thomas decided to stay put. Because of what had occurred, he was enraged and wanted justice. That’s when he contacted a lawyer and inquired about what he could do.
Not Taking It
The Legal Options
After understanding the case, the lawyer presented good and bad news. Thomas had the right to dismantle this fence. Nonetheless, hiring someone would be problematic. However, it was the farmer’s right for him to place it back up again.
The Legal Options
Hopeless
The lawyer’s words made the couple feel hopeless. They didn’t want to go through the trouble of dismantling the fence only for the farmer to reinstall it. It seemed as though the was no light at the end of the tunnel.
Hopeless
Asking for Help
At this point, Thomas was willing to do anything to get back to a state of normalcy. There was a massive concern about the costs. That’s when he started making a few calls and asking for help.
Asking For Help
The Good Samaritan
A local councilwoman named Sylvia Liddle, stepped in to help. She sympathized with the young couple once she heard their story. She had joined the local council because she wanted to make a positive change in people’s lives and this was her chance.
The Good Samaritan
Getting to Work
After viewing the fence, Sylvia was shocked. She couldn’t believe that someone would do this to another person. That’s when the councilwoman advised Thomas to get in touch with Persimmon Homes for assistance.
Getting To Work
Looking Up
Even though Persimmon Homes turned the couple down, Sylvia decided to use her position to exert some pressure on authorities to investigate this issue. She finally orchestrated an investigation on this fencing.
Looking Up
Waiting Patiently
Once the investigator arrived and took the necessary notes, he informed Thomas and Sylvia that he needed to look into the land dispute case. Although Thomas was happy to hear some good news, he knew he needed to wait.
Waiting Patiently
The Investigator
Thomas was anxiously awaiting a phone call from the investigator. He wondered what was going to happen and what the investigator had decided. Finally, the phone rang and he heard what the authorities had to say.
The Investigator
Finally Breathing
During this call, Thomas was informed that it was illegal to build this fence because it was installed on land previously in the name of Persimmon Homes. The farmer was actually in violation of the law.
Finally Breathing
A Violation
It was a breath of fresh air when Thomas found out that the local authorities were on his side. It was time for Thomas to take down the fence and transform his property back to his and Rebekah’s dream property.
A Violation
Goodbye Fence!
Once this news was understood, a crew was enlisted to help take down this fence. The couple wasn’t wasting any more time. Sylvia remained to watch the fence get torn down. She was grateful that she could assist in resolving this problem.
Goodbye Fence!
The Netizens
Thomas and Rebekah wanted to tell everyone about the ordeal they had faced. After sharing their story, it rapidly went viral and was relatable to many people. From the feedback they received, it was clear that land disputes were common.
The Netizens
Common Land Disputes
Many people left comments detailing their personal experience with similar property issues. The massive response showed that land disputes were happening quite regularly. One of the most disliked elements of these disputes is that the legal procedures can take so long.
Common Land Disputes
Receiving Support
Although readers shared their own stories, many people gave the couple advice and moral support. For the newlyweds, it was nice for them to hear that they weren’t the only ones who faced such issues.
Receiving Support
Thanks to Sylvia
The couple credited Sylvia for being the driving force behind the couple taking the fence down. However, the councilwoman had stated that she was happy to help the distressed couple and allow them to have the home they always wanted.
Thanks To Sylvia
Their Old Life Back
Out of everything that transpired with the fence and farmer, the most relieving element of this entire ordeal was that the couple could resume their regular lives again. They could finally have some fresh air and take in the views on their property.
Their Old Life Back
A Happy Ending
Most of us have dealt with obnoxious or rude neighbors once in our lives. Although it’s always best to ignore these people, this isn’t always possible. Thomas and Rebekah’s story is one of these situations that you can’t avoid. Luckily, they overcame this issue and are now happy in their home.
A Happy Ending
