We Bought An Abandoned Chateau, THEN & NOW, 2 YEAR Renovation (in 20 minutes) Timelapse.

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  • čas přidán 7. 01. 2023
  • Bonjour à tous.
    This week at the chateau, we take a look back at when we bought the crumbling Chateau de Lalacelle. Abandoned for over 40 years, this beautiful monument was in a sad state of disrepair, with crumbling chimneys, broken widows and leaking roof, the chateau did not have must life left in her.
    With the start of the restoration in 2021 we look through some of the massive jobs over the two years of owning a abandoned chateau in 20 minutes, the family have achieved so much in this time with beautiful finished rooms.
    join us on our family journey restoring this beautiful chateau to its former glory.
    If you like our videos please subscribe to our channel and hit the like buttom on the video as It helps us massively 🙏🥰
    And If you would like to join us on our family journey restoring this once abandoned château, then please just follow the link below, 🥰
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    🏰 Château de Lalacelle
    95 le château
    Lalacelle
    61320
    France
    About us,
    We are a family from the North-East of England following our dream to restore a beautiful abandoned french Château. We discovered the heart stopping Château De Lalacelle in summer of 2020, this beautiful architectural monument Is set in the countryside of North-West France.
    The moment we visited the Château we all fell in love, from the beautiful sweeping landscape and forests, to its stunning untouched interiors and magnificent spiral staircase in the turret.
    Unfortunately Château De Lalacelle has been abandoned for a number of decades so will need a lot of restoration and DIY.
    Please subscribe and follow our families journey, with the up’s and down’s in moving from the UK to rural France and restoring this beautiful building to its former glory.
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  • @whitewalker57
    @whitewalker57 Před 11 měsíci +1777

    I love the fact that you kept the heart of the chateau alive. You didn’t restore it to a modern home. You kept the essence of that amazing architecture, and made it a home again. c’est juste magnifique!!

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Před 11 měsíci +59

      Absolutely. We’ve always said, this is a restoration, not a renovation 😊😊

    • @Themrine2013
      @Themrine2013 Před 11 měsíci +9

      @@ashleywaters7198 obviously gotta add some and i mean some. modern features. and upgrades. as long as the heart and beauty remain

    • @PreservationEnthusiast
      @PreservationEnthusiast Před 10 měsíci +14

      ​@@Themrine2013 To be honest, that place needed to be demolished. I would have stripped out all the wood and sold it or burned it. Then I would have pushed it all over in a day with a big excavator. And carted away all the rubble in a week.
      Then in 50 weeks I build a 3 storey modern chateau. In just a year, not 2, I would have a nice modern property, built properly with modern materials.

    • @Themrine2013
      @Themrine2013 Před 10 měsíci +9

      @heelfan1234 that could have worked but people like old stuff

    • @PreservationEnthusiast
      @PreservationEnthusiast Před 10 měsíci +7

      @@Themrine2013 Yes it's amazing what lengths people will go to. I just hope there wasn't any dry rot in there. Almost impossible to get rid of with all that timber.

  • @karenkeefer3537
    @karenkeefer3537 Před rokem +664

    You can almost hear the sigh of relief from the house that it has been healed from inside out, beautiful job!

  • @leonj6206
    @leonj6206 Před 10 měsíci +271

    Holy, I can’t believe you guys remodeled the castle only by family members, only spend 2 years! YOU GUYS ARE INCREDIBLE GENIUS! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉😊❤

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před 8 měsíci +7

      Thank you ☺️

    • @catlovely5438
      @catlovely5438 Před 2 měsíci +4

      Magnificent! What an accomplishment - you all must be so proud!
      Great video thanks for the upload

    • @johnjaburke7119
      @johnjaburke7119 Před 2 měsíci +5

      Do you really believe this? First: cost of purchase. Second: land and living taxes. Third: utility costs. Fourth: cost of renovation even if labour is excluded. These channels are fantasy land. Wake up!

    • @joshuaszeto
      @joshuaszeto Před 15 dny

      @@johnjaburke7119 I can't see why not. some people are business owners that are fairly hands off so they have lots of money and lots of free time. with the internet being a gold mine of opportunities, you can basically work from anywhere

  • @skotmiller8465
    @skotmiller8465 Před 10 měsíci +160

    That final shot, magnificent! Watching this, I could almost feel the place weeping with joy at being saved. Say what you want about today's youth, but these young people prove that there are some that appreciate the old and aren't afraid to work to restore it to it's former glory. Congratulations to you.

  • @jomcgee6094
    @jomcgee6094 Před rokem +807

    From the moment this channel began, I have been here. Through the back breaking work, the disappointments, tears and struggles...there was something else that rose far above this. The determination, love, smiles, encouragement and family. The pain staking details on every single job, just that perfect piece to make it all come together, that hue of paint or stain that changed the entire room or piece. The incredible talent of each member of the family came together in unison every single day of the last 2 years. THIS is how you renovate a chateau!!!!❤ Standing ovation!!!!!👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem +48

      Thank you so much for your beautiful comment 🙏🥰

    • @w.sommen5209
      @w.sommen5209 Před rokem +24

      Absolutely💯agree

    • @autodidactin
      @autodidactin Před rokem +24

      Jo, so wonderfully, accurately and eloquently said!

    • @greenb5716
      @greenb5716 Před rokem +13

      Well said. I happened across one of the first videos. I would look for updates but have to admit it was due to your channel that I created an account to be able to subscribe. Now I am hooked.

    • @jayreed7015
      @jayreed7015 Před rokem +8

      Couldn't have said it any better. Totally agree. 👍

  • @stephaniegaromon3244
    @stephaniegaromon3244 Před rokem +388

    It’s nearly impossible to fathom the daunting renovations that stood before you just two years ago, and how much the four of you and Jonathan have accomplished. You had a handful of wonderful volunteers and family help along the way, but none of you could ever be accused of laziness, that’s for sure. Imagine what the chateau will be in the next two years. Congratulations!! xx

  • @PablaMMoore
    @PablaMMoore Před 5 měsíci +71

    Buying a chateau is a very tempting idea, but really it is for those that can do a lot of the work themselves or have a very generous disposal income to do the restoration. I really admire all of those that adventured themselves to buy this properties that have been abandoned for so many years and put so much hard work in bringing them back to life. Thank you for sharing your journey with all of us! ❤

  • @naly202
    @naly202 Před 9 měsíci +18

    "Renovation" for such a gem would be "vandalization" în my view.
    I'm so glad that you took great pain in restoring it to its glory days, with care and heart.

  • @ritaqualter9607
    @ritaqualter9607 Před rokem +82

    What struck me the most with this video, besides how far you’ve all come in your DIY efforts, is the immense amount of editing that it took to make the video itself. And your music was perfect!! Awesome job!

  • @Cbozflorida
    @Cbozflorida Před rokem +209

    The amount of work y’all have done in just two years is astounding 👏❤️

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem +11

      Thank you so much ☺️

    • @7beth
      @7beth Před 10 měsíci +8

      I was thinking the same thing! And they were meticulous about it. How did they do that?

  • @mommyheada
    @mommyheada Před 9 měsíci +9

    I love how tenderly the paneling was removed, repaired, then rehung.

  • @user-lg5gx4di8n
    @user-lg5gx4di8n Před 10 měsíci +474

    Impressive video. I started a bit late (graduated from my doctorate program at age 30 in 2016 with 170k in school loan debt). Managed to pay off my debt by 2019 and currently have a house and 250k total in investments (combo of profit share, 401k and a brokerage account). I'm not very knowledgeable in investing, so I just have my investing currently in index funds mainly voo, but have been putting a lot into schd the past few months. I dunno if that's the optimal strategy, but psychologically it is very set it and forget it, and prevents me from obsessing over individual stock performance.

    • @robertlucas8288
      @robertlucas8288 Před 10 měsíci +3

      I’m thinking of doing the same but not sure if I should use different brokerage accounts? Just Curious. Pros and cons ?

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      @marcelrobert9569 Před 10 měsíci +3

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    • @charlotteflair1043
      @charlotteflair1043 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@marcelrobert9569 Please tell me how I can think I have such skills. My funds are being murdered by inflation, therefore I'm looking for a more profitable investing strategy to put

    • @obodoaghahenry9297
      @obodoaghahenry9297 Před 10 měsíci

      @@marcelrobert9569 Thanks for sharing this. I did my own lil research, and your advisor looks advanced and experienced. I wrote her and dialled her twice but she didn't pick so I scheduled a phone call. She is experience can't wait to have a chat. I hope she doesn't ignore me.

    • @normabailey1834
      @normabailey1834 Před 2 měsíci

      That was a "way out on left field" comment Tom, I mean, "user # lg5," 😉 😉 I know it's you, lol!

  • @sonjajohn1166
    @sonjajohn1166 Před rokem +419

    At the end, I cried.
    Y’all brought life back into this place.
    Thank you for restoring this beauty.

  • @judycee4
    @judycee4 Před rokem +81

    This dropped into my feed today. This is just amazing! I love that old things are made beautiful and useful again. Tremendous job.

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much for joining us on our Journey 🙏❤️❤️

  • @miguell9059
    @miguell9059 Před měsícem +7

    Merci à nos amis anglais de restaurer et d'entretenir notre patrimoine français et européen. Il est important aujourd'hui que nous soyons tous solidaires les uns des autres !

  • @heathermetz6576
    @heathermetz6576 Před 6 měsíci +10

    Repurposing the materials in the chateau was cost effective. My favorite parts were the wood staining, the dogs, and discovering the potential the chateau had in becoming a home. Fantastic Restoration.

  • @joycecole4956
    @joycecole4956 Před rokem +96

    I am from the US, and I was a contractor/designer for more than 40 years. I have been with you all since the beginning of your journey. You are my guilty pleasure, I can not wait for your next episode each week, ready for my thumbs up. I love the “love” you bring as a family and the talent you share to put this beautiful Chateau back where it belongs. Congrats to a family that really deserves it. ❤️A big fan from Fresno, California, USA.

  • @angelacalais6449
    @angelacalais6449 Před rokem +126

    You can't help but admire and respect the dedication and determination these people put into restoring that magnificent home.❤️❤️❤️

  • @rosebud7722
    @rosebud7722 Před rokem +11

    I'm so excited that you bought that abandoned chateau. Too many are being lost because of decaying and rotting away...It's nice to know that people like yourself are buying and fixing them up back to its glory days! Now, it's absolutely breathtakingly beautiful! Thanks for the share! Blessings 😊

  • @KidDig
    @KidDig Před 9 měsíci +5

    Wow?! So impressive. After watching this amazing transformation I'm now sufficiently motivated to take on my powder room update. Here goes nothin'!

  • @cherylargenziano7475
    @cherylargenziano7475 Před rokem +146

    The tasks must have seemed daunting at times but one need only to look at how far you’ve come to see that it became a labor of love. Well done everyone!🥰😍

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem +15

      It was at the start 😭 we did not know where to begin 🤦❤️

  • @sailingwhitsundays5672
    @sailingwhitsundays5672 Před rokem +61

    Got to say your completed rooms are so so stylish & welcoming, not stuffy. Perfect fabric choices. Absolutely loved the bathroom. You nailed it all ! (literally)

  • @shulaney4639
    @shulaney4639 Před 9 měsíci +5

    So inspiring! I have no excuse for not fixing up my 7 room abode the way I would like it to be. Thank you for sharing your experiences!!!

  • @fabrice8836
    @fabrice8836 Před rokem +64

    Bonsoir, quel courage et un beau challenge avec des personnes rayonnantes, souriantes, plein de vie et de volonté. Tout mon respect car il est vrai qu'en France beaucoup de châteaux, manoirs, maison de maîtres et bourgeoises sont abandonnés car coûteuses en entretien ou autres mais grâce à de belles âmes comme vous, elles ont une deuxième vie, merci infiniment.

  • @shaunajohansson2794
    @shaunajohansson2794 Před rokem +46

    This is spectacular!! The careful thought of each room's restoration is clearly evident. The furnishings, decor, colors, fixtures, finishings....perfect! I love how you have respected the chateau's history and kept so much of the original finishings, woodwork etc, opting to restore them to their former glory as they would have been in its heyday, rather than replace them...wallpaper the panels...or paint over them. What you have done is exactly how i envisioned it should look. I cannot even imagine how much work and stress, frustration, blood, sweat and tears you have put into this project....and looking at the size of the place you are nowhere close to being finished. Not many, myself included, have the guts (or finances) to take on such a colossal project. Thank you for preserving such a beautiful piece of history.

  • @nanduarte2119
    @nanduarte2119 Před 11 měsíci +11

    I am so glad to see someone put the Chateau back to how it was meant to be!!! Everything is period correct. It's like walking back in time.❤❤❤❤

  • @Chrissieannie
    @Chrissieannie Před 9 měsíci +14

    Undaunted, it's simply remarkable how so much has been achieved, so thoroughly, so beautifully, so tastefully, by so few of you in just 2 years. Bravo to a wonderful family!

  • @gloriawaters1455
    @gloriawaters1455 Před rokem +110

    Wow Terry, Tracy, Tony,Ash and Jonathan what you have achieved in 2 years is amazing you must all feel so proud of what you have done. I have watched you from the beginning and it's been a privilege to have done so keep sharing your progress all the very best to you all 🍾 🍷 🍸 ❤

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem +3

      Thank you so much ☺️

    • @karinschneemann4731
      @karinschneemann4731 Před rokem +2

      What. Y’all have done so far is amazing 💜
      2023 will be amazing to watch 💜
      God bless
      Love from West Central Texas 💜

  • @lynnegunn3478
    @lynnegunn3478 Před rokem +25

    An amazing family!!!! The world needs people like you, so capable , talented , hard working and considerate and loving working with dogged determination amidst much love and kindness.maybe trade schools, and not Uni would be my advice to all young . Do yourselves a favour couch potatoes -you can get up and contribute to yourself and fix and find happiness. Am so filled with admiration for you❤

  • @saltsugar9163
    @saltsugar9163 Před 7 měsíci +2

    It looks like Cinderella’s Chateau. It’s very satisfying, how you brought the beauty back to it’s life. And you tried everything just to make everything the same as it was. Kudos to your team!

  • @kathrynsinclare8459
    @kathrynsinclare8459 Před 10 měsíci +9

    I know this does not begin to express all the you’ve all gone through to bring this place to where it is today, but all I can say is, AMAZING!

  • @ceeletter5772
    @ceeletter5772 Před rokem +42

    I have loved watching the chateau slowly being brought back to its original magnificent state. It took a unique, dedicated family, a focused team to work so very hard, with so much determination to make it work. Even your precious dogs carried on beside you to support you with their kindness and guidance to actually dig with you to plant gardens, driveways. It’s really unbelievable. The special decorations, your charity efforts back to the community, the spirit of all of you, these things are all worth fighting for rescuing your chateau.

  • @christineh5790
    @christineh5790 Před rokem +66

    I love the Summaries of work done over time. It is amazing to see what we have seen in the process, all come together in one hit! Loved it - you are all such a great team.🥰

  • @veronicaoliveiro6367
    @veronicaoliveiro6367 Před 9 měsíci +2

    A whole family coming together to bring glorious back to the amazing chateau, what an achievement !

  • @catherinebush2387
    @catherinebush2387 Před 8 měsíci +2

    This old house thanks you for bringing life back to her majestic presence. Beautiful job.

  • @heathermcrobert9779
    @heathermcrobert9779 Před rokem +13

    Now that truly shows us the total big picture. Not a spot missed. Creativity galore and true to the era of the chateau. To tell you the truth, I knew you would make this wonderful!!!

  • @onamissionize
    @onamissionize Před rokem +10

    I love how the start of the vid you filmed the empty and dead looking building then at the end you can even see through the chateau and see that someone lives there and how it has come back to life. Thank you for letting us see the process.

  • @StrawberryMilkkTeaa
    @StrawberryMilkkTeaa Před 7 měsíci +3

    Beautifully restored, I am impressed and inspired. You’ve managed to breathe new life into this old but beautiful place. You have outdone yourselves! So happy that you didn’t demolish it to build a modern house. There aren’t many of these beauties around anymore.

  • @vbee3571
    @vbee3571 Před 10 měsíci +6

    The wood paneling throughout is absolutely gorgeous! I love your choices of furnishings. You’ve threaded the balance between Too Much and Too Little and got it….Just Right! I can’t compliment you enough- you are The Best of the chateaux. 🏆

  • @kyrvhy
    @kyrvhy Před rokem +22

    So much work, so much thought, so much Love. Thank you for sharing your lives with us.

  • @joannecalcutt6724
    @joannecalcutt6724 Před rokem +20

    Hard working family!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @winkielaroo
    @winkielaroo Před 8 měsíci +1

    What an astonishing amount of work performed by such a small number of hands. It's a lesson in what we can accomplish if we just don't give up. Truly inspiring, thank you.

  • @daniellecailly5448
    @daniellecailly5448 Před 7 měsíci +3

    That music with the visual Reno, was enthralling an was absolutely a perfect choice an feel for the journey of becoming...

  • @sherigraham3873
    @sherigraham3873 Před rokem +8

    The effort, blood, sweat, splinters, sore muscles, back aches, late nights, late orders of materials, patience, creative endeavor, respect of history, ALL paid off!! Exquisite!! Much appreciated 👍 THANKYOU ✨

  • @45Grace2009
    @45Grace2009 Před rokem +17

    I recall when you first arrived. I thought you had taken on an insurmountable job, but the result is amazing. Congratulations to all who participated. The atmosphere is warm and lovely.

  • @nisthalepcha7446
    @nisthalepcha7446 Před 8 měsíci +4

    Everybody complimented and appreciated your hardwork but I'm just speechless to see all of your talent and dedication. This is the first this kind of video I've watched in which all family members seem to have so much talent. Bravo !!! Hope your son will keep on your legacy.❤

  • @Sam-rf8yh
    @Sam-rf8yh Před 9 měsíci +6

    It’s incredible they were able to get all this done in two years. Truly remarkable.

  • @bethanystpaul5683
    @bethanystpaul5683 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Your family is simply amazing. Each one of you a master craftsman. I cannot imagine doing everything you did, by hand, no large sanders, no stain mops, no industrial strength anything, except yourselves. The beauty that was revealed in your home by all of you is breathtaking, your Chateau stunning. I was in tears at the end of the video, thank you for sharing your incredible hard work and talent, your happiness and love 💓

    • @ashleywaters7198
      @ashleywaters7198 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much for your kind words 😊😊 sorry for making you cry 😊

  • @susansouthern6704
    @susansouthern6704 Před rokem +13

    I've watched every episode but forgot so much that you were tackling everyday..amazing from the integrity of the repairs to the decorating..everything superb

  • @LaughingInTiny
    @LaughingInTiny Před rokem +11

    Wow. It's so easy to forget what it looked like in the beginning. You were the ones that kept me watching château channels. I have come and go from all of them but never left yours. There's just something about your family that makes us feel like we are right there with you, a part of your adventure.
    Thanks for a wonderful two years, and I hope only the best for you all in 2023 and beyond 💖

  • @mrcury8014
    @mrcury8014 Před 9 měsíci +2

    What a beautiful achievement. Wonderful to stand back and help to restore something so glorious for future generations

  • @catarinafrancisco3054
    @catarinafrancisco3054 Před 9 měsíci +13

    Chorei o vídeo inteiro. Magnífica restauração. Quantas memórias do passado em todos esses móveis e objetos. Amei!!

  • @philyew3617
    @philyew3617 Před rokem +9

    Blimey... I'm exhausted just watching that.
    On a sensible note, what memories you all have to look back on. Stunning transformation.
    I think the one who will remember most is probably young Jonathan, you'll all be sat around talking one evening and he'll just come out with some little gem that you've all forgotten about.

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem +2

      Thank you so much, yes it is wonderful for Jonathan and to create some amazing memories 🥰🥰

  • @mamab4211
    @mamab4211 Před rokem +31

    Happy 2 Year Anniversary 💖🥂🍾🥰🥳. So much work!! And amazing results! 🫶🏼😉💕

  • @AlfgardVicAenorDuFay
    @AlfgardVicAenorDuFay Před 11 měsíci +6

    Je suis normande et une partie de ma famille est issue de l'Orne.
    Je voulais vous remercier pour le Magnifique travail que vous avez effectué.
    En effet, non seulement vous avez parfaitement rénové les lieux en "gardant" les moulures, les meubles et autres mobiliers. Mais la nécessaire modernisation ne gâche pas, ne dépare pas les lieux contrairement à la salle de bain que vous avez démolie au début.
    Merci à tous les anglais qui viennent en France rénover nos monuments privés.

    • @Katrina.for_art
      @Katrina.for_art Před 11 měsíci +1

      @@aboutenzymes7896
      zone rurale, les gens ne sont pas assez riches pour le faire peut-être. I'm from Australia.

  • @shaam007
    @shaam007 Před 9 měsíci +2

    You guys just made my day. You guys are so talented you guys did all restoration on your own. very skillful indeed.

  • @lizstevenson7801
    @lizstevenson7801 Před rokem +19

    You have achieved so much in two years, plus the cottage and driveway, gates etc. Well done everyone, be very proud of all the hard work because it looks stunning. 💕🇦🇺

  • @cassandraralph5906
    @cassandraralph5906 Před rokem +10

    Even the cat was very impressed!!! Well done indeed 👏! Standing ovations!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @kennettebenton3292
    @kennettebenton3292 Před 7 měsíci +2

    Beautiful work you all did thank you for sharing❤

  • @moose1688
    @moose1688 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Impressive, magnificent, exquisite, just wow. And I love how you were teaching the child what manual labor is. Bless you all you did a beautiful job. And like everybody else said, I love that you kept the chateau alive. 🍾🙌👏👏👏👏

  • @lyonspainter
    @lyonspainter Před rokem +13

    Well done, I'm so impressed.

  • @bettyrush3651
    @bettyrush3651 Před rokem +9

    Team work makes the dream work ❤ BEAUTIFUL !

  • @metatechhd
    @metatechhd Před 11 měsíci +17

    👏👏👏👏👏👏👏 Absolutely breathtaking! The dedication, passion, and teamwork showcased in this 2-year chateau renovation are truly inspiring. Every detail meticulously attended to, every moment captured in this incredible timelapse. Bravo to the entire family for their unwavering commitment and the transformation they've achieved. Standing ovation for this extraordinary accomplishment! 🏰❤🙌

  • @chrismaggio7879
    @chrismaggio7879 Před 9 měsíci +7

    So beautiful. No hot tub, game room, home theatre, and not a single big screen in every room! THANK you for that!

  • @jocquemorrison9785
    @jocquemorrison9785 Před rokem +14

    An outstanding achievement. Your vision held up. A wonderful legacy for your whole family. Best wishes ❤️ from Arizona USA 🇺🇸.

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před rokem

      Thank you so much ☺️

    • @juris.m
      @juris.m Před rokem

      @@chateaudelalacelle why restore and maintain manors instead of country houses

  • @nadeansimmons226
    @nadeansimmons226 Před rokem +9

    Beautiful. Shows the daunting task, the hard work and the gorgeous results. 😍🥰😃😍

  • @mlight7402
    @mlight7402 Před 11 měsíci +4

    I began watching when you first started and remembered thinking what a marvelous find you had. I am returning now to see that the attention to detail and sensitivity to the design and feeling of the space has made an entire property so beautiful. Thank you❣️

  • @jekalambert9412
    @jekalambert9412 Před 10 měsíci +3

    I sincerely appreciate all the work you did to make the chateau structurally sound while updating the essentials that make the home function in today's world. I applaud your beautiful restoration and exquisite decor choices. You've made this a fabulous space!

  • @denieledwards6893
    @denieledwards6893 Před rokem +9

    I JUST CAN'T BELIEVE THE PASSION FOR THIS MASSIVE UNDERTAKING ,THE PEOPLE ARE JUST AMAZING WOW

  • @gailkoprowski3177
    @gailkoprowski3177 Před rokem +11

    Wow....what you have accomplished in 2 years. Is amazing! Great job.

  • @user-uj8dh7gf4g
    @user-uj8dh7gf4g Před 4 měsíci +1

    Fabulous to see this beautiful place restored with such love, care, and obvious joy. Loved seeing the kids and the dogs involved as well!

  • @cher128bx
    @cher128bx Před 7 měsíci

    Greetings from the United States. I've watched your videos from day one. I thought I would go back and watch this time lapse video from a year ago to get a bit of perspective. All I can say is, Wow, wow and WOW!!! This brought tears to my eyes. You are an amazing, talented and hard working family and this extraordinary chateau renovation is the absolute proof of that.
    Well done to you all.

  • @deloresserra6770
    @deloresserra6770 Před rokem +33

    Wow! No matter how hard or daunting the job,each of you have pushed forward to get the job done. All of you together have come so far with the progress of the château,and cottage,and surrounding property. I for one,and I’am sure those who follow your videos, want to say we’re proud of all YOUS have accomplished. As time goes by,I’am sure the château and all its surroundings will be restored to its glory.GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY IN THIS NEW YEAR ❤️

  • @juliaharris6594
    @juliaharris6594 Před rokem +23

    Hello from South Carolina, USA! Today's vlog was literally awe inspiring. I've been watching since the beginning, however, seeing all that your family, friends and volunteers have accomplished these past 2 years is mind blowing. The future restorations can only be amazing. Thank you for sharing!

  • @lasheswithdawn8555
    @lasheswithdawn8555 Před 9 měsíci

    Thank you for sharing your beautiful journey and home with us. Stunning.

  • @ianwonnacott3320
    @ianwonnacott3320 Před rokem +17

    This episode of Escaping To The Dream brings it all home - the sheer scale of the restoration to be undertaken and the magnificent work you have thus far achieved. Here's to 2023 and the wondrous plans yet to be revealed. Kudos to each and everyone, but please...take time to rest ! 💝💖

  • @brendaswartz5131
    @brendaswartz5131 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Love so much when people that have the money, spend it to bring a beauty like this back to life. Thanks for sharing with us.❤

  • @melbabowen4389
    @melbabowen4389 Před 8 měsíci

    FABULOUS! i’m so glad and restored that beautiful snd historic home !!!❤❤❤

  • @juliehare3403
    @juliehare3403 Před rokem +13

    A job well done! Can't believe it's been 2 years! I don't remember a video of the chimney work...that looked like a massive job.
    Your music has always been great but in the last few months you have gone above and beyond awesome. Billy Petherick from the CZcams channel The Pethericks....has been in my number one spot for best music and I never thought anyone could come close to that level...but you have...great job on the technical side!

  • @joanh.7350
    @joanh.7350 Před rokem +22

    Utterly amazing. So beautiful. The amount of work you all have put into the renovation is unbelievable. The skills you all have acquired are irreplaceable. I know what you have all done has been costly but only a fraction of paying someone to do all that. Adjust think of what Jonathan has learned about life. You are a delightful family. congratulations for a job so well done so far. Will follow you to the end. Joan

  • @hipolitoguerrero5013
    @hipolitoguerrero5013 Před 7 měsíci

    That is such an amazing and beautiful renovation. The view is beautiful.

  • @louise00000
    @louise00000 Před 2 měsíci +2

    This is truly magical, an exquisite chateau that has been preserved of its beauty thanks to you lovely people!! I'm truly happy to see that you didn't conform to the modern designs and kept the original beauty alive, we are extremely grateful!!

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you so much for that, yes we want to keep it as original as possible 🥰🥰

    • @chateaudelalacelle
      @chateaudelalacelle  Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you so much for that, yes we want to keep it as original as possible 🥰🥰

  • @mabdub
    @mabdub Před rokem +13

    Thanks for taking us along on your great adventure. You've truly showcased what a few determined people can accomplish in just two years. If you hadn't produced these videos I would never have believed that such a small family could possibly achieve so much. And, you aren't just repairing the chateau, you are doing a first rate reclamation and setting the stage for an ongoing truthful restoration. You have saved a genuine work of art and in doing so you are preserving architectural history for future generations to see and touch. I think the government of France should assist your restoration as much as possible. What almost gets lost in the magnitude of your accomplishments is that the chateau and the cottage are family homes which are lived in and maintained personally by the family. At times the scale of your project just doesn't seem feasible but the proof is in the fruits of your labour which you captured on video. Bonne année et bonne chance. Merci beaucoup.

  • @angelakilroe3271
    @angelakilroe3271 Před rokem +8

    Bloomin marvellous who would have believed this transformation in such a short time. Hardest workers on You Tube without a doubt.

  • @Atelier1619_relookingmeubles
    @Atelier1619_relookingmeubles Před 4 měsíci +4

    Je trouve très appréciable que vous ayez gardé beaucoup d'éléments initiaux du château, cela lui garde son côté authentique, les meubles et accessoires mais aussi d'avoir changé les vitrages sur les huisseries existantes. Bravo pour tout ce travail et pour l'entretien qui suivra 👍👍😊😊

  • @fayprivate7975
    @fayprivate7975 Před 8 měsíci

    Very gorgeous restoration. I would so enjoy being able to walk around in that château and feel the essence of yesteryear! Well done!

  • @moiragoldsmith7052
    @moiragoldsmith7052 Před rokem +5

    Thank goodness you all have each other, what an incredible team.🥳🌞👏🥰😇

  • @jillphillips2835
    @jillphillips2835 Před rokem +17

    WOW and well done, indeed! So much work squeezed into just a few minutes! Outstanding and keep up the good work! Making your dream come true! Cheers!

  • @user-uq8ez9sf8g
    @user-uq8ez9sf8g Před 8 dny

    How many stories does this castle hide... Joys, fulfillments, sorrows, tears, hopes and ... whispers of love. maybe cries of pain...
    Now all these feelings, and many more, tell you. THANKS !
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @SuperRoselife
    @SuperRoselife Před 11 měsíci +2

    Oh thank you for sharing and CHRISTMAS 🎄 right at the end was amazing! How lovely. The whole thing rebuilt with such love. ❤

  • @bryansportel5232
    @bryansportel5232 Před rokem +23

    I have been here from episode one and am a Patreon. It is incredible how far you have come. You all should be so proud, can’t wait to see the future.

  • @jasminelouisefarrall
    @jasminelouisefarrall Před rokem +9

    Absolutely stunning and you can be so proud of yourselves 💕

  • @Rose-pe4cg
    @Rose-pe4cg Před 5 měsíci +1

    I think it is awesome the little kid was there to help and learn. I would’ve loved to have a dad or family member like that when I was growing up. Truly a labor of love.

  • @KoRnBaL19
    @KoRnBaL19 Před 6 měsíci +3

    The attention to detail was masterful. The wood being brought back to life with oil and stain. The furniture and decor accentuated the rooms. The color pallet looked historically correct. 🥂🍾🍾
    Did you powerwash the exterior and concrete stairs🤞

  • @marilynwade9448
    @marilynwade9448 Před rokem +6

    Can't help thinking of all the aches and pains you all have suffered from working so hard. But my goodness what a reward.

  • @AlexRbXpeHu
    @AlexRbXpeHu Před rokem +16

    Очень красивый дом! Как из старой сказки. Огромная работа по восстановлению! Уважение!

  • @user-yq2rn2hy8p
    @user-yq2rn2hy8p Před 3 měsíci +3

    Time to invite the neighbors in for christmas😂😂😂

  • @krisahnwilliams9797
    @krisahnwilliams9797 Před 8 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning. What a labor of love!

  • @mimimd9652
    @mimimd9652 Před rokem +8

    I'm just now seeing this for the first time and I am in awe! I am so proud of all of you for saving this treasure!

  • @autodidactin
    @autodidactin Před rokem +8

    Thank you for this wonderful retrospective. Such amazing results for all your backbreaking and dust breathing work. I was reminded that every bit of construction rubble from the third floor was carried downstairs BY HAND in bags and buckets; just awesome! I applaud you all for making your dreams such a beautiful reality.