The Imposing Chateau Tour - Journey to the Château, Ep. 5
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- Patrick and Stuart continue hunting for their French chateau with this tour of a 19th century chateau near Lyon.
Join Patrick and Stuart on their journey to find a neglected, forgotten, or crumbling château in France, and then continue to follow them as they work on its restoration, rénovation, decoration, and furnishing. Along the way, they will also create and share videos on their preparation for having gîtes for guests, and an event venue in their chateau.
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That one was a lot of work! It had some really nice features, but I see why it wasn't for you. Happy Chateau Hunting!
Susanne, I'm not afraid of work but like you, I realised that it was a LOT of work. And this chateau made us realise that we do not want 13 bedrooms in the chateau. We rather have outbuildings so people can stay in an independent setting and maybe having 2 or 3 B+B rooms. Oh what am I even talking about. Lets see what speaks to us. We might be surprised. Thank you so much for your comment. I'm curious, was there one thing you thought was gorgeous?
I think seeing this chateau was a good lesson for you. It was good that you kept open minds and explored something that wasn’t exactly right on paper. It had plenty of great qualities, but in the end you learned that those features that entice you really are more important than things like square footage or hectares of land. You’ve worked hard for this and are following a dream. Have a good look during your journey, and be realistic, but follow that dream. Find the place that makes your heart skip. Fixing up an old place is hard slogging. If you are not in love with it, it will become a chore instead of a pleasure. Good luck!
Dear Doug. Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment. Very much appreciated. It is always a temptation for overachievers to take on more than they (I) can manage. Been there and hopefully, I'm done with that. It is completely true that if one is not in love with a property that needs to be renovated, it becomes a burden and not a joyful (even when it's hard) journey. When we have that tiny feeling in our stomachs......... we will know. Your comment is so very well thought out and heartfelt. We feel very honored.
What a spectacular wedding venue this would be, I hope someone rescues it and soon🙏🙏🙏
Awesome video. Thanks for sharing the juicy details and floor plans 😊.
Looking forward to seeing more 👍🏻
Hello Sarah. Hope all is well. Love the term "juicy details". Made me smile. Stuart is working on a short holiday vlog. Now that I'd love to get your feedback on. Thanks for staying with us. xxx
Yes I loved the simatory of the Chateau and the staircase, but I didn't feel to have a soul. Love your wine rack behind you. Enjoying seeing all the ones you visited. Xxx
Thank you, Cherie!
Hi there Cherie. your comment sums up how we felt. Huge potential but this chateau didn't touch us. Glad you like the wine rack. Stuart designed it, I stained the wood and then we built it together. That was a fun project (unlike restoring our pool).
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 wow clever Stuart what a talented chap you have, we love doing projects together but your wine racks a like a piece of art. Xxx
I must say that I am thoroughly enjoying your vlogs! The two of you have given a very insightful tour of each of the chateau you’ve shown so far. You both present yourselves very well on video and I am a little jealous of how clear and concise your scripting has been especially since your tours don’t seem scripted at all but flow very well. My wife and i have dreamed of owning a chateau in central or southwestern France for years and love learning from your experience. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful adventure with us!
Hi Lance. That is such a great comment and thank your enjoying our vlog. We don't have anythings scripted. We basically talk about how we felt and what we saw. We have a 2 minute conversation before we start and then we just talk. Wait till you see our outtakes! There is a blooper video in the near future! Please hold on to your dream. We were thinking about this quite a while and now it is shaping up to become our reality. Of the chateaux we have shown so far is there one you liked? It's not quite the Southwest style. Thank you for sharing the journey with us.
Maybe a money pit but the stairs were amazing! and I am absolutely sure that you need a folly! Good thing you did not take me Chateau shopping with you.
Bonsoir Sir Monty. The stairs (both sets) were truly fantastic. Yes to the folly. Everyone needs input while chateau hunting. The chateau community is amazing and we have received so many insightful comments and suggestions. Can't tell you how wonderful it is. From water damage, dry rot to style. All very valid and important points. Glad you are joining us! Thank you.
Agree with you about that library fireplace, just not attracted to it myself. I loved those front gates and those staircases.
I totally agree with you. Those were the best features. You have the same eye for details like we do. Thank you for a great comment! 🥰
I love symmetry too! The staircases and some floors were wonderful. I hope someone buys it and fixes it. Looks like it could soon be past that point. Thanks for taking us along with you. Very enjoyable.
Hi P V You are probably right. This once imposing chateau needs serious help and soon. Really pretty parts to it. We appreciate your insightful comment. Glad you are joining us on this crazy journey!
Bonjour, love the tour
Merci. Glad you did!!! Thank you for watching
A lot of bad taste in this house that could be very lovely. Always surprised the home owners don’t clean lots of items away to help sell it. Love seeing the château’s . ❤
Lovely property- thanks for showing it to us all and again, love the details you both point out and the floorplans.
It seems like any chateau is going to be a demanding mistress so you had better start out in love. You do realize that in the end you are going to fall in love, throw your wish list out the window, and end up with something completely different from what you planned? It always seems to work like that! Out there somewhere is a chateau that has plans for YOU! Many years ago I dated a guy whose mantra was "small house, big barn". Sounds like you are looking for the chateau equivalent, with a smaller main house and more outbuildings. Loved your presentation, as always.
Thank you, Elisabeth!
Now Elizabeth, what an insightful and true comment. You might be totally correct and we kick that list out of the ballpark when we find the property that feels right and "whispers": Welcome home. I think I'm OK with that but for now I'm holding on to that list for dear life. Writing this, I imagined our vlog when we actually have bought our chateau and go there for the first time. I'll most likely be an emotional mess for all the happy feelings trying to come out. I'd say sufficiently large chateau with as many outbuildings as possible sounds great. Thank you again. Loved your comment.
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Well, you have to have a list or your search would be hopelessly chaotic. But I'm guessing it has already changed somewhat and in the end your heart has to win! All it means is that you didn't have quite the right list.
Very good bones but your eyes and voices didn't reflect this is the place for you two. Thank you for sharing. You will find the one that is waiting for you.
Thank you Debra. You figured us out! 100% spot on. Thank you so much for commenting and for being on this journey with us.
Hi Stuart and Patrick,
Would you please consider mentioning the price of these chateaux that you are featuring? I don't blame you for passing on this one.
The interiors were ghastly!
Thank you once again for providing us with another window into France's history. 👍😍👍😍👍
Hi there! We have addressed this a few times in the comments of this and our other vlogs. It's a good question. We decided to concentrate on style, building period, condition and location and not to discuss price because that is for the most part not what most viewers want. I do understand your curiosity and Escape to the Chateau DIY always mentioned the purchase prices. I always thought that was interesting too. It is just a decision we made, and some of these properties are no longer even for sale. Now, if you read some of the comments, there are fellow Journey members who know the prices and discuss them. Hope that is ok with you. Thanks for watching.
A very eclectic interior. Some really good points and some pretty bad ones. I usually ignore colour schemes and decorations as being minor annoyances that can be rectified with paint and furniture. Room sizes and structural damage however are serious problems. The staircases were really nice as you said and it was remarkable that so much land remained with the property. Very bizarre that the pool was so far away!
Hey there Robert. Stuart said to me not to mention color, because I always get annoyed when people do that! And you are spot on. Paint and decorations/furniture need to be ignored. But that yellow was like a gut punch. However, your point about potential structural damage is very well taken. Thanks for the reminder. It's easy to forget the fundamentals when one is smitten with a property. It was an intriguing property for sure. The right people can make this into a dream home/business. It's just not us. Thrilled you gave us such a thorough opinion. Thank you.
Hi Patrick and Stuart. Thanks for the tour. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so everyone sees something different. You are correct about the pool, it is totally unusable. Not that it is so far away from the Chateau. It would be a delightful walk or drive in an electric cart. But I am sure when the pool was constructed, none of the mature trees were there. You cannot maintain a pool or large fountain near mature trees. I unfortunately found that out when I had my 7 meter round fountain installed next to a large flowering tree. It was a constant battle cleaning out the leaves and flowers on a daily basis. So I cut the tree down. But with this chateau, you would need a team of lumberjacks, so better to fill it in and build another in the wide-open spaces. From the old postcards, you can see that the driveway around the chateau was compacted, but now it is mainly grass which is holding the water and causing the dampness in the cave. The ceiling plaster falling does not bother me too much. These spaces are usually filled with sand for installation. When it gets wet, they become so heavy that partial collapse is the only option. I would highly doubt that the main beams are rotted. They are usually as firm as steel. But of course, the question remains, why did it get wet. If it was from a broken window, again an easy fix. From a roof, well that becomes extremely costly and judging from that stable, the roofs on this property are suspect. Colors, paint and fireplaces are easily changed. Roofs, heating and plumbing are the major concerns. This Chateau, at over $735 is a bit pricey considering the repairs that must be done. Roanne would have been a convenience but you have to be happy with what you are buying first. Keep looking and good luck in your search
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Hi Leslie. We have several hundred+ year oaks close to the pool. However, flowering trees are a completely different issue. The small petals are a pain to fish out. Your points are all spot on. Thank you so much for the input. We will, once we find our new home, have it inspected for dry rot and insect activity. Better to know! This chateau would have been a great challenge. However, as some of our viewers have pointed out so eloquently, one better is in love, otherwise it becomes a chore. I ;love you knowledge of details!!!! Around the chateau there should;d be either gravel on a compacted driveway/courtyard or a nice stone patio on a proper foundation with drainage. You are right of course. Stuart told me not to mention colors and design..... Because when I watch House Hunters and people complain about color or furniture.... I yell at the TV. See, 'm guilty too. I was worried about the roofs too. And at the price point...... It has been reduced once from euro 700.000. Well, we are looking and hope to find one we love and maybe move next spring. Thank you again for your comments and for joining us on our journey.
I Love The Floors staircaseThankyou💕
I'm really enjoying the history of the area you are in ...original photos.. And describing the grounds where everything is ..absolutely outstanding
Thank you, Diane! 😀
Speaking of imposing… That wine collection! I hope you boys got to drinking, do tell😝😂
I can say we drank most all of the whites and rosé before we left 😁
Nice wine rack! 😍 This chateau is a no-no. I agree: Stick to XVII and XVIII centuries. Smaller is best. All chatelians end up mooving out of the chateaus. Love what you are doing with your channel. Good luck. Please keep posting.
Hello Nuria. Thank you. Wine rack was Stuart's design and we built is together after 4 years of thorough renovations, it was a total fun project. Glad you like it. XVII and XVIII it is, I promise. Lesson learned. A smaller scale is not going to be too overwhelming. We don't search for our chateau to live in the coach house. We really don't want to have 20 bedrooms. No hotel here. LOL Thank you for your comment. Is there anything you'd be looking for? Since we slightly changed our target for chateaux, I'm curious.
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Hello again!
You need a cohesive proyect and lots of charm, which you already have. Be authentic. Your chateau will be good-looking. I know!
Boys, loved this tour ❤ but glad you didn't go for it. Love how you take us to all the different chateaus
XXX Thankyou, see you both soon XXX
Thank you, Katrina!
@@JourneytotheChateau 💕💕
I just love you! Thank you making me smile. I am content that this chateau didn't quite "speak" to us although there is a lot that is amazing.
@@JourneytotheChateau You two are the best
XXX Thankyou so much 💓 XXX
Looking at the Chateau s u looked at the one u brought was the best choice , much more homely too .
Another great vlog. I love seeing these chateaux and hearing your likes and dislikes, potential, ect.
Hey Gipsy! This one helped us to really focus and define what we want. In the end, we might end up with something different all together. I think we won’t go for a ton of bedrooms in the chateau itself. Watching some other channels, we realized that a huge chateau also means big utility bills. But I hope it’s going to be something 18th century, charming, outbuildings and I insist on a grand staircase and some special features. Thanks for your comment. Was there anything in this chateau you loved?
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Yes I did like the entry way and the staircase.
@@gypsy1588 me too. And that dining room with the paneling.
Nothing is harder than house hunting!
Looks an interesting chateau this one guys x
Sure is a great property and definitely not for us
On a scale of 1 - 10, The Imposing Chateau was a 3. Thru out the video, I kept thinking Y'all were just being too kind with your review! That was a nightmare! Next! lol
Hi Melissa. Well, we are not here to be critical, just comparing our experiences with the wish list. However, I will not disagree with you..... Fair? What did you like about it? Thanks for the comment. Love it!
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Fair enough...lol The only things I really liked about it were the cast iron railing on the stairs and the land. Please keep looking and don't settle for anything that doesn't meet your wish list! Thanks for responding.
Very interesting tour. I'm learning lots following along with you.
Thank you Cathy. We are learning so much ourselves. It's fascinating. And a huge bonus to share and discuss things with likeminded people. Did you love this one?
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 There were some things to love like the two staircases and the paneling and woodwork in some of the rooms. But I agree with you about the downsides including the amount of work it will need. It was a bit distracting as well that the former owners clearly didn't know what to do with a historic property. Many suspect choices in colors, decor etc. Of course all of that could be remedied.
Hello Stuart and Patrick. I just heard about your channel
Hi Kim! Thank you for joining us!
Hi Kim. Welcome to our journey. Hopefully, you will do us the honor and subscribe, so you can be one of out journey companions. Did you like this chateau?
All I could think of as you took us throughout the chateau was the Money Pit. Unfortunately, when roofs leak, there tends to be much more water damage than is visible. And if the basement was damp, it should like French drains will need to be installed. It may take a while for you to find what you are looking for but you will know whe. You see it. It was another great video. Thanks.
Hi Roseanne. You had the same thought we had. We will find the one that will make our hearts say: YES! I think that we might end up with something that is different from what we imagined when we started the journey and that marvellous. And as long as our fellow journey members leave wonderful comments like you, we are all good. Hugs
I had friends who are extremely wealthy and had no doubt whatsoever that they could take on a massive project house in England. They budgeted carefully and were very sure they could do it. When the reality set in, and they realized everything from the $500,000 roof down to the cellars were crumbling. Everything was massively expensive.
They were damp and cold all the time.
Their clothes got moths and mold.
Nothing ever seemed to dry out.
It took a toll on their relationship.
They ended up splitting because one of them was way more willing to sacrifice comfort than the other.
In the end the country house got a new roof, stabilized walls, lost most of its actual period interiors due to rot and moisture, and the house was eventually sold because it was far out in the country and my friend got lonely and bored of the same old villagers who never quite accepted them.
Interesting chateau! I think it was wise to look at one a little out of your comfort zone to help confirm what is "right." I think this one would need billionaire to do anything with it! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Lawrence. Glad you agree with us. Sometimes I wonder why I don't have a trust fund..... But then I remember that when one achieves out of ones own motivation, there is happiness in the end. You are right about the comfort zone. We have tried to challenge ourselves. Thank you for being with us.
Very much enjoying your vlogs!! Thank you.
Thank you, Julia, and thanks for watching!
Hi there Julia. Makes me happy to read encouraging comments like yours. Thank you so very much. Especially since we both are basically introverted and this is out of our comfort zone. Huge hug to you.
Gorgeous, despite some of the design choices. Would have cost a fortune to restore and you may never have finished. I would have also taken a pass. Can’t wait to see where you land.
Hello Jayson.100% agreed on the chateau being gorgeous (once upon a time). Still, we were intrigued. However, since we don't have a fortune, we came to the same conclusion you did. Love you comment. Thank you so much!
Just found your channel, I find your vlog style very clear, informative and enjoyable, good luck with your search.
Thank you so much for your kind comment! So glad you found us. Input is always very much appreciated. Happy 2022
I bet this building would look beautiful if decorated , to the correct style and with a lot of love and attention to detail. This decor at the moment is really not doing this chateau any favours. It needs a lot of money and the right person to bring it back to what it should be.
Loved both of the staircases and those back stair tiles where absolutely gorgeous. It just amazes me that even with people living in these beautiful buildings they are allowed to deteriorate so much! Its so sad. It does have a nice profile, but as odd as I sound, it lacked the magic. When the magic is present you will both enhance it...
Hi there handsome. Totally agree with you. Some elements like staircases and tiles were amazing! You put that spot on, there was no magic. The thought of living in a place that is overwhelming would make me sell rather than to let it deteriorate. In any case, loved your comment, they are always just perfectly put.
Yes,definitely more rural...but that stone staircase was a stunner!..
Hi Joana Lee. Thank you for your comment! Wasn't that staircase something! I immediately had a bride coming down that staircase. There were multiple things that I found fascinating and it sometimes is hard for me to snap back into reality. But I always do or Stuart does the snapping for me. Glad you are on the journey with us.
Another beautiful chateau but looks like way too much work to restore! I’m enjoying this journey with you both 😊
Good morning Sherri. It must have been quite something in 1890. I'd have loved to see it then. Hopefully, there is someone who falls in love with this one and restores it. xxx
Wow. Could be a beautiful property but I see an enormous amount of work and possible hidden "surprises" with that leaking roof. Or nightmares. Also, if I remember correctly, in previous chateau vlogs I seem to remember one of the owners mentioning they are limited as to the amount of bedrooms they can actually use for a business, i.e. bed and breakfast or hotel style accommodation. It seems they were/are only allowed to use 5 of their bedrooms. Sorry. Don't remember their grand total. Enjoy your adventure and thank you for taking us along.
Hello Melissa. It could be stunning. It was so intriguing. I think it showed us that we are not looking for a huge chateau but for one that is say XVIII century and has great period features and maybe less issues with dampness. I loved one advertisement I read years ago. Chateau for sale that was owned by the same family since 1750 and has always been lived in...... It was a print ad, no picture but I was so intrigued. You are indeed right. 5 rooms and you are still and B&B. More than that and one is considered a hotel with all the regulations that go with that. You have an excellent memory! The government got a little tougher and sometimes question if there are more bedrooms, if one is really a B&B. So bigger is not always better. So glad to have you along. Thank you for your input and moral support!
The problem with this castle is mostly the lack of love. Which correlates with the eh let's say, 'variety' of interior ( some of it from the 1980's) and the lack of maintenance.
It's like someone had the interest, but not the funds or any idea what to do.
Hi there. I think you summed that up perfectly. Loved your sense of humor with it. 'Variety" of interior.... Perfect. Please comment some more! Very much appreciated.
Great info
Hi Alaine, thank you so much.
See you all later. Hope everyone is well XXX
We are good. Hope you are too. Glad you agreed with our decision that this was to for us. Was there anything you thought was really gorgeous about this chateau? I loved the paneled dining room and the staircase.
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243Patrick definitely the beautiful staircase is amazing, the yellow walls are horrendous 💛 To be honest Patrick and Stuart l do believe you will get your fairy tale Chateau and you two will know it when you see it. So, so much love to you boys
XXX Thankyou both 💓 XXX
Two beautiful staircases. An imposing amount of expensive restoration work required. I found it difficult to look beyond some of the decor. 😵💫
Really interesting, appreciate your honest opinion and response.
Hi there. So glad you liked the vlog. Look at me I’m now using vlog! Always appreciate your comments. Thank you. 💖
It will take a large infusion of funds and effort to complete restoration work! Profound damage over many years from a failed roof tiles,will have caused wet rot ( mould) in the walls .
Hi Jean. This chateau must have had a pretty fabulous past. We weren't quite willing to do exactly, what you mention. Spot on. Thanks for your comment!!
Hi there gentlemen!! Really enjoy your channel and journey. Agree with your tastes and preference for 17th or 18thC property. I am excited to see how things evolve for you both in the future and look forward to your next episode! Cheers from miami :)
Hello Billy from Miami. Thank you for your nice comment. I used to have a house in Ft. Lauderdale. Was a great time. It seems that almost everyone agrees with the time period we are zooming in on. Makes us feel a bit more secure in our choices. It's going to a huge undertaking to get us, our dogs and furniture over there and then the work begins. We can't wait till we are there. Any property we have shown so far that was interesting to you? Take care and thanks for being on our journey with us.
Hey there mr Patrick!! How nice to hear from you...wow!! Im loooong fascinated by french chateaux .i enjoy learning from you both and your experiences and dreams. Wishing i could do the same. I admire your spirit and leap forward to pursue your passion and wish you all the best of everything. So far , I think the 4800 sqft "the one ty hat got away" was my favorite...but it too had limitations...im looking forward to see how yr choices go...i envision something with great character and history for u guys...maybe even a dungeon or two !!! (Yay!!) Keep up your good work and happy holidays to all:)
@@billybythebeach I agree with you. The one that got away (with limitations) was nice. We figured that, at our age, we either jump now or settle into our current (very good) life. Odds are, that we won't get our entire wish list. We are OK with that. And some things, if they are missing, we will build. For example a fountain. Happy Holidays to you too. Stuart is putting a short holiday episode together. Stay tuned and thanks you again.
A friend of mine told me something that made very good sense. Unless you are filthy rich, never own a house that you and one other person cannot easily clean top to bottom in a weekend.
I prefer a small chateau, more a folly size villa type.
I'm of two minds about the mid/late 19th century chateau. I'm ambivalent about the aspirational but sometimes heavy interpretation of the ancien regime that occurred with the advance of the industrial revolution and the new fortunes being created. On the other hand I think they're more easily decorated as you're not wed to a certain period. Much of that house reminded me of the giant flats I lived in San Francisco in the early eighties. Anyhoo, you're search continues. Thanks for posting and thank you for including us in your journey.
You are so very eloquent. Thank you. The industrial revolution has given birth to some stunning building, manor houses and chateaux. In general, the interiors are often intricate and attractive. As a whole, I usually do not warm up them the way I do in 18th century settings. Thank your being on the journey with us.
Nothing wrong with 19th century chateaux per se. Not keen on this one, but some nice features. I prefer classical ones to gothic. Condition is key. Manageable size too. There is enough maintenance involved without buying something that is collapsing.
Hey Bob. Season greetings. Love your comment. We agree, there a4e 19th century chateaux that are really pretty. All depends on what the original owner was going for. Wedding cake look alike or as you mentioned gothic style are not for us either. Nice size/manageable and decent condition are really important. We might end up with a chateau that some people will find too small - however, now I’m speculating. Thank you for commenting.
Very interesting guys. All I could think about when you were walking us around, was what a money pit. I mean obviously, some renovations are going to be required with a chateau. But to think that they were living with a propped-up roof inside the house!! I think there are some renovations that are worth staying away from and anything to do with replacing a lot of water damage and rotten beams has got to be first on the list. Money suckers that they are!! Gorgeous chateau though, but I can understand why you walked away, I would have too.
Patrick, I had to laugh at your color comments. I agree…no goldenrod-ever, no red-really red-ever! This chateau, while interesting misses the mark for me. The building clearly has a lot of water infiltration. The odd characteristics seem to not know what century they want to live in. It just feels like the rooms don’t relate well to each other in styling. The barn & out buildings are much more interesting! Yes to courtyards!!
Hello there Wendy! As always, thank you for your great comments. Goldenrod... oh well and real red only works at Windsor Castle when the walls are covered with red damask silk I think. In essence, we agree 100%. Love it. It was a bit thrown together. The rich Bourgeoise build these fantasy buildings, just like the late Victorians in GB. This wasn't as bad as some I have seen in England though. The outbuildings were pretty and interesting, just not enough. The land was amazing. I'd rather have an intimate XVIII th century chateau with less land but historical details than a 19th century one. Hugs and please be safe!
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this Chateau has a bit of an identity crisis... some beautiful features, but i agree, so much work and may things would need to be removed to make it more cohesive. i hope someone chooses to save it, and either they find the different styles quirky or they pull them out... i just hope they are saved so others can use them in their restorations!
I wish I had the money to restore a Chateau... looking at doing a historic home stateside with my husband... on a much smaller scale of course!
Some of the decor was a bit out there. I like the secondary staircase and floor. There were some fireplaces I liked and some I didn’t. Basement needs work. Front gate was very nice. The barn/ garage was quite good. There would be potential for Gites. A lot of work needed at the property all round. The pool and pool house is far from the Chateau?
I agree with your assessment. But a wonderful property!
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Great chateau. Found it on the map. The whole property has a nice wall around it. Too many rooms is not that bad... But I understand its not the style you are looking for. Is still listed for sale. Did you find the price acceptable (737.000$)?
Hi there. Yes, I think we thought for all the land and location (not for us) its appropriate. Great restaurants in the area too. It will take a bit of money to get this back to its former splendour. For the person who wants this kind of chateau, it is absolutely worth it.
Thank you for watching!
Hey Patrick and Stuart. I’m loving your channel. I’ve been following many over the last 18 months as it’s something I’m seriously considering doing myself! France is where I wished to move too if coming to Australia (where I was originally born) was a step too far for my young family 18 years ago.
I love the detail you go into. Cannot wait for every new post. Keep it going as I’m with you on this journey 💕
Hi James. Glad you like our channel! Wi5h the global travel restrictions we have watched quite a few chateau channels as well. It was easier for me to move first to Africa and the. To the USA because I had no attachments. Australia is quite a distance that’s true. Don’t give up on whatever your heart desires. What region of France would you pick, if you’d move next year? Thanks for being on the journey with us.
Excellent tour again! This is SO fun! Call me crazy, but there was so much about this chateau that I liked that I would maybe reserve it for later consideration? The floorplan is good, the staircases, flooring and moldings very nice, the park setting and grounds are so wonderful. Strange that they built the pools and folly so far away, but they could be fantastic when redone with maybe a meandering path way with beautiful trees and plantings taking you there. Thank you for sharing another adventure! Can’t wait until the next one! 🥰
Ginny, I couldn’t agree with you more. If we sounded a bit negative, that wasn’t intended. It has all the good points you mentioned. 100% spot on what we felt! We realized that we would rather have a chateau that is more intimate and still has the grand rooms just not too many. And on the foothills of the Alps…. That was another nope. Gorgeous region to visit for us. Love, love, love you feedback. Thank you so much.
Oh, I also liked the facade. Gorgeous windows, symmetrical, and the entrance to the park.
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Of course! I completely forgot the location and cold weather! We live in the South (Georgia) and wouldn’t dream of living up North with gloomy winters and snow. Onward!! 👍🏻🥰
Yup, agree there are many great features here. In the end, you need to love your choice. You’re not moving across the globe to a place you like. You need to love it like pasta.
@@dougkelley2781 How do you know I love pasta? I couldn't agree with you more Doug. This needs to be realistic and what we love and can envision ourselves in, working hard and at the end of the day sit down, wine and feel at home.
Enjoyed your pro's and con's.... on the whole I agreed. Subscribed to see what else you come up with.
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Hello there. Thank you for watching! I really liked your pagoda by the way! Such a lovely garden you have. It seems that viewers for the most part came to the same conclusion we did. Gorgeous property and a chateau for someone with really deep pockets. We cannot wait to find and buy our chateau so we can dig in and get our hands dirty. Thank you for joining us on our slightly crazy journey. xxx
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 my pagoda?
@@lyonspainter That was supposed to be pergola. Sorry, I have no idea how that happened.
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 ..... sorry, I'm soo dim lol. I knew I had a pergola but I didn't kno u knew I had one...... I thought mebe you had found me on Instagram. A day late but the penny dropped . I just remembered I played with a video on you tube. Anywhoo I'm now following you on Instagram ( no escaping me now!) I got bored with said pergola/pagoda ....turned it into a bedouin/ opium flop house. One hastodo sumpfink during a midsummer yorkshire lockdown. Ur welcome to av a butchers.x
The best feature was the land size. 24 hectares is on the larger size of parcels and an amount you would most likely find in the country and not next to a town.
I'm with you, I wasn't feeling it on this one. Sad the neglect the property has sustained.
Onward.
Hi there Big Birdy! Hope all is well. The land and the view were great, totally agree. In essence, I'd rather have a more sustainable and less damaged property with less bedrooms that that view. We will go onward and I am so happy you are on this journey with us. Be safe!
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New subscriber and l'm enjoying your journey:)
Thank you for joining us, Jo!
Hi Jo McD. Glad you are on the journey with us. Out of pure curiosity, did any of the chateaux we have shown so far appealed to you? In any case, Welcome and if you have any input for us, please do not hesitate to share.
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Patrick, like the both of you l liked the Chateau that got away. One suggestion from me is if you are looking for something a little smaller maybe look at Manor Houses for sale in France. I've looked on real estate sites and some of the Manor Houses are big and beautiful:)
@@jomcd2073 That is a great suggestion. We did find a few petit chateau and manor houses and then there are historical chateaux that are at a smaller scale. Still pretty large though. Thank you for the suggestion. We are keeping our fingers crossed.
Beautiful outside, God awful inside! Patrick you were not impressed! 😆
It’s just so sad to see how owners let these beautiful buildings get into this state :(
Isn't that the truth! We saw one chateau that had been abandoned for over 30 years........ What on earth? Completely stuffed full with antiques. Unbelievable. One can argue about taste, or one cannot. But letting a property deteriorate. What a shame. My godfather was such a man. He let 4 houses he owned just crumble until they were condemned because he couldn't be bothered..... 😡
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 you have to wonder why he /they bought the property in the first place !!
@@leighevans1394 That's a great question. Maybe life circumstances changed, or someone close passed away? I wondered too.
It ain’t happening for me.
Totally Domestic, we totally agree.
Yup. Now, was there anything you thought: That's pretty? I always try to find something nice to I can chase what I'm looking for.
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This Château had an overwhelming amount of restorative work to be done. The style is not grand and so jimmy rigged. The colors, wallpaper , fireplaces with ? Inhave been kind
You were very kind
LOL. Thank you for being kind. I know you have. This formerly grand lady was just in the wrong hands I believe. Hopefully there will be someone who loves her so much that they will bring her back. Great comment. Thank you 🥰
Lovely Chateau but it wasn’t talking to me either.
Not majestic enough. You want land and tree lined driveway..
If a chateau from the 19th century can be in such awful shape, what are the odds that you will find one from the 17th century in reasonable shape? Perhaps it is more feasible to entirely gut a derelict structure and completely rebuild?
Hi Chris. I think some of that depends on the occupancy of any building. There are buildings that survive beautifully through the centuries if they are inhabited and/or cared for. The problem is when buildings are neglected and abandoned, then mother nature will start to reclaim them.
Stuart is right. There is always some work to be done. Diligent owners who occupy the chateaux often take good care of them. In essence, we need to keep our fingers crossed, that we find one that isn't quite as labor intensive. Love your question. What would you go for?
Dit chateau is ingericht door iemand die maar wat aan rommelde. Wat een armzalig bij elkaar geraapt zooitje van stijlen en kleuren. Als je kiest voor een oud gebouw dan neem ik aan dat je restaureert zoals het behoort te zijn.Dus geen roze plafonds.
Money pits. But fun to look at
Hi Doug. I think you hit that nail right on the head. Anything you thought was positive? Thanks for the comment!!!!
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 yes, I loved the symmetry of the chateau like you noted.
@@dougl945 symmetry is so pleasing to the eye. I am very thankful for you comment on a money pit. We are very thoughtful on our budget and abilities. The last thing we want is to separate because we took on too much. One thing we realized is that a massive chateau is wonderful for ones fantasy. But we’d like to have a big project, not a killer one. Thank you so ,UCB. Loved your input. Xxx
It is all about the roof. Is it watertight? If not, what will it cost to replace it?
Hi Kate. Probably not watertight. I'm sure that it would cost quite a lot.
It was supposed to be repaired. But the damage needs to be addressed. And you are spot on. After two complete renovations, we know our limitations.
I don't think this is for you .I just feel it somehow .
I'm curious about the price of these chateaus. Is there any reason why we can't know?
Hi there. It's a good question. We decided to concentrate on style, building period, condition and location and not to discuss price because that is for the most part not what most viewers want. I do understand your curiosity and Escape to the Chateau DIY always mentioned the purchase prices. I always thought that was interesting too. It is just a decision we made. Now, if you read some of the comments, there are fellow Journey members, who know the prices and discuss them. Hope that is ok with you. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for watching, Robin!
Patrick I agree the fireplace is awful. I loved the semetry but not for you.
Doggie. In the photo of the entry. Did you take these photos?
Hi Beth. No. We didn't take them. This was a chateau we considered but it was during covid lockdown, so the photos were provided to us.
you have a ghost in this picture !
They appear to be friendly ghosts. 😀
Isn’t that cool,
@@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 oh my absolutely x
@@JourneytotheChateau of course she is I dont think she would have appeared otherwise.....But I dont see you two in this chateau xxx
@@carolworsley1015 Now I'm curious what chateau you'd see us in. I love to get input! It's so incredibly stimulating for a journey. Carol, please stay tuned and thank you so much!!!!! xxx
No one who ever lived there had good taste! 👅 The park and buildings were nice but the interior, even fireplaces = yuck. So sad.
Hi Janet. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder...... I happen to agree with you. Thanks for commenting. Very much appreciated.
I can see why they are trying to sell the place looks like they are as poor as a church mouse, I know I'm a bitch
No, just realistic. I imagine that if a property is in the family for generations people wait too long to realize that they can’t keep it in good shape. And between us, I’m a bitch sometime! 😂