Our rocky return to the chateau & it's time to herd the sheep again.. 🐏

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  • A huge thank you to Vivienne and Simon for hosting the dinners at Lalande in our absence.
    If you’d like to see more of them and their own chateau, please go to @ChateauLove & if you’d like to see more of Vivienne’s jewellery, visit chateau-love.com!
    The Chateau Diaries Episode 441 ✨🏰✨
    Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ 🏰
    This channel follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️
    We share our life in this ancient chateau in the heart of the French countryside, and show you the diy, renovations, crafts, cooking and gardening that are needed to bring a home like this to life!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 351

  • @moelassus
    @moelassus Рік тому +290

    Maria: I didn't sign up for this. I'm indoor staff. 😆

    • @maurawhelan3530
      @maurawhelan3530 Рік тому +23

      She’s always so funny

    • @alisonsneed3707
      @alisonsneed3707 Рік тому +7

      I thought I heard her say “I do indoor stuff” 😂

    • @Theteresamaria
      @Theteresamaria Рік тому +7

      I adore her sense of humor!!

    • @lilkirsche
      @lilkirsche Рік тому +3

      ​@@alisonsneed3707 haha me too at first 😂😂😂😂

  • @angieflynn5354
    @angieflynn5354 Рік тому +91

    I love seeing Vivienne she’s such a beautiful lady inside and out a true delight

    • @nancycowan6109
      @nancycowan6109 Рік тому +7

      Vivenne’s accent changes every time I watch her. Where is she from? (Lovely, no less)

    • @ellaw356
      @ellaw356 Рік тому +5

      She’s from Florida in the US, but her and her family have lived in France for decades.

    • @letitrejo9332
      @letitrejo9332 Рік тому +5

      Agree. Vivienne is so lovely and full of LIfe 💚💚💚

    • @MaryEllen_of_OBX
      @MaryEllen_of_OBX Рік тому +3

      Yes, she did a great job all around filming and laying the table both.

    • @Suvisteful
      @Suvisteful Рік тому +4

      Am I the only one who thinks her angelic smile is fake most of the time?! Somethings very off, im sorry, i’ve prolly shold keep it to myself

  • @HollyH373
    @HollyH373 Рік тому +97

    Cameron is the only one brave enough just to carry old Aloysius ...lol Good job gang!!

  • @valerielester7210
    @valerielester7210 4 місяці тому +1

    Philip is smart just giving a cute grin and no comment.

  • @SquirrelDiaries
    @SquirrelDiaries Рік тому +154

    Clever of Pavlina to work out how to make the chickens eat the lettuce! 🐓🐓🐓

    • @sandicarpenter2658
      @sandicarpenter2658 Рік тому +6

      mine won't touch veg on the ground either! will try that tip! Sandi x

    • @irenemeitz2471
      @irenemeitz2471 Рік тому +3

      I put mine in a wired basket and hang it in front of my lady’s. They even jump to catch every little bit of green.

  • @joannedavidman6773
    @joannedavidman6773 Рік тому +7

    The best sheep moving ever. Kristy and Cameron, congratulations

  • @evmcelroy
    @evmcelroy Рік тому +44

    Best sheep-herding ever!

  • @thoeset
    @thoeset Рік тому +33

    Vivian and Simon are so much fun. Nice to see them. ❤

  • @nikanikasavina
    @nikanikasavina Рік тому +51

    Vivienne found the most gorgeous coat! Good for her! 👍❤️

  • @christineh5790
    @christineh5790 Рік тому +62

    Cameron gets the brownie points for this year’s sheep herding - how on earth did he manage to get hold of Aloysius long enough to put him on his shoulders???!! Kirsty comes a close second! Chloe and Maria must think ‘How easy was that, don’t know what all the fuss and dread was about’ but Marie has been part of the grand chase of years gone by.🤣🤣

  • @hedgiecc
    @hedgiecc Рік тому +19

    Have to applaud Cameron's iconic shepherd move with Aloysius!

  • @bon037
    @bon037 Рік тому +1

    Loved this! Stephanie you have such a wonderful team at La Lande! And Vivienne and Simon are so charming. But my favorite was Chloe and Marie dancing! Love the La Lande vibe!

  • @lunalouhoo
    @lunalouhoo Рік тому +8

    Loved Vivienne's opening in the bed with her tea!
    And good for Pavlina for cracking the chicken salad code!

  • @jezabel1960
    @jezabel1960 Рік тому +50

    Hi all you lovely La Lande lovers. I just had a fab 3 days there and got my first Emmaus shopping in❤😊

    • @Sparrowdean
      @Sparrowdean Рік тому +9

      Was it a restful 3 days and did you find any treasures in the Emmaus? Did you enjoy the countryside and the village?

    • @margielynch7196
      @margielynch7196 Рік тому +7

      I am so jealous, and green is not my best color!😂❤❤

    • @maurawhelan3530
      @maurawhelan3530 Рік тому +9

      More dancing to that nice music! Looked so fun. Loved the guest hosts again and great job on shopping. Love seeing the ladies all pulling together…

    • @chrissih4046
      @chrissih4046 Рік тому +5

      Ooooooh, how wonderful, @jezabel1960 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @patrickdemarcevol
    @patrickdemarcevol Рік тому +17

    Best part, the girls waiting for the sheep to get to the other field and the joy when they managed ! The flock was short of 2 though, made it easier 😂😂

  • @alicekenworthy9603
    @alicekenworthy9603 Рік тому +4

    Oh my hat … how hysterically funny was that sheep herding exercise😂😂😂😂
    Well done to all who took part !! Durban SA🇿🇦

  • @TaniJohnson
    @TaniJohnson Рік тому +40

    Such a wonderful community you have there!❤

  • @hollyrose1505
    @hollyrose1505 Рік тому +1

    Vivienne & Simon are wonderful Chatelaines! Love seeing Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 So happy for the vlogs too! ♥️🏰🇫🇷

  • @eileeng2492
    @eileeng2492 Рік тому +15

    Vivienne is the best.
    Marie and Maria are wonderful

  • @eileencronk7520
    @eileencronk7520 Рік тому +3

    Chloe and Marie are LaLande dancing fairies! How sweet!

  • @NotChefCook
    @NotChefCook Рік тому +1

    GASP A vintage Mrs. BEETON! And Philip , I understand . I dragged my copy across Manhattan home to Brooklyn on a two hour subway ride !!

  • @bjamo8738
    @bjamo8738 Рік тому +11

    I really like Vivienne and Simon - What absolutely lovely people.

  • @jeanieallison4899
    @jeanieallison4899 Рік тому +17

    Oh my gosh… I had to laugh… was expecting Chloe to get stampeded by the sheep,as they headed right for her and her red vest… !

  • @jerridavis6462
    @jerridavis6462 Рік тому +22

    I can’t believe it has been 3 years!

  • @peter_bazinet
    @peter_bazinet Рік тому +15

    Great job Vivienne and Simon!!!!!! You made Stephanie proud!

  • @MaxineEdwards-pu5jb
    @MaxineEdwards-pu5jb Рік тому +6

    Bugger! I sat next to you on flight to Limoges yesterday and I kept thinking ‘I know these people’ but couldn’t remember from where…..probably a good thing for you, I’d have been a pain asking all sorts of questions instead of reading my book!

    • @TheChateauDiaries
      @TheChateauDiaries  Рік тому +6

      Oh my goodness! I remember you because I loved your belted dress and thought you looked super elegant

    • @maxineedwards2055
      @maxineedwards2055 Рік тому +1

      @@TheChateauDiaries you’ve made my day! Super elegant from you is a top compliment 😊. Glad I found these videos, that’s my winter viewing sorted 👍

  • @mariahoulihan9483
    @mariahoulihan9483 Рік тому +115

    Stephanie.. ORDER THE TURKEYS.. just a reminder.. lol.

  • @adriennemcdonald3017
    @adriennemcdonald3017 Рік тому +6

    I LOVE Chloe! I need 6 of her in my life! Lol

  • @debtheguest3109
    @debtheguest3109 Рік тому +7

    Herding the sheep is easy these days after Nick mapped out directions LOL! But kudos to Cameron for actually catching Aloysious. Beautiful scenes from Scotland. Vivienne and Simon were great! They're such fun people. The rest of the gang provided good content so thanks all!

  • @lornadesmarais-zo4pr
    @lornadesmarais-zo4pr Рік тому +27

    Loved the joy of the girls dancing on the grass

  • @thesecretwindowspot1298
    @thesecretwindowspot1298 Рік тому +3

    Aww❤❤❤the cute white sheeps face when carried😂😂😂

  • @shirleymcneil4410
    @shirleymcneil4410 Рік тому +9

    Tears of laughter..love every second of this treat of "normal " la landed life with such beautiful extras.

  • @JohannaVeerenhuis
    @JohannaVeerenhuis Рік тому +46

    Hahaha, thank you so much for all the fun and joy! 😂❤😂
    Glad you made it all in time. 💪
    The sheep are really getting the hang of it, right? 😂
    I compliment Vivienne for not only being a showstopper when needed, but also being without make-up Stephanie style! 🫶

  • @lucyjohnson7150
    @lucyjohnson7150 Рік тому +26

    Love the team cam footage. You've got a great bunch there holding the fort.

  • @judithclark2823
    @judithclark2823 Рік тому +1

    Love everyone at LaLande plus Vivienne and Simon. The sheep herding/paddock changing is always great fun to watch 🥰

  • @TaniJohnson
    @TaniJohnson Рік тому +14

    I was watching your past Christmas videos. I love Marie's exquisite talents at creating the wreaths and flowers. She is such an asset to LALANDE. Such a kind, gentle spirit she has.

  • @mariemckeon2626
    @mariemckeon2626 Рік тому +1

    Vivienne absolute legend! ❤

  • @BettyKempling
    @BettyKempling Рік тому +65

    We all make mistakes Stephanie,,,,wise man to not say anything Phillip 😂

    • @jaggity
      @jaggity Рік тому +2

      So true, I once missed my flight by 2 hours because I get confused by the 24 hour time schedule..I prefer am/pm 😊

  • @staciamartin923
    @staciamartin923 Рік тому +4

    Hilarious! Loved this !

  • @sianplatt9913
    @sianplatt9913 Рік тому +4

    You are all a beautiful antidote to world news! Stephanie, my travel karma used to be famous so you have all my sympathy. I once turned up for a flight that was flying over my head as I stood at check in. Next flight 3 days later!

  • @maryjanekolesar8325
    @maryjanekolesar8325 Рік тому +14

    Bahahahahaha ahahahaha too much! Best sheep herding ever 😁 oh and remember when Michael Potts would drag you fir a walk in the Scottish countryside and now you love it ❤

  • @claudine1928
    @claudine1928 Рік тому +14

    This was a fun vlog. And i think that i also know what the sheep and Aloisus were thinking😆

  • @Meems56
    @Meems56 Рік тому +3

    That is the best man! Patience personified! ❤

  • @aprillanders8018
    @aprillanders8018 Рік тому +15

    I just love your two stand ins. They are soo delightful!! Stephanie and Phillip you two are soo funny!! I bet all the trips you go on together and even at home you two are just fun to be around!! Chloe is sooo funny. I had to laugh at them sheep herding. Lol!! Chloe you are soo fun to watch. Great episode!!!! Lots of love from Tennessee!!!

  • @MaryEllen_of_OBX
    @MaryEllen_of_OBX Рік тому +1

    Marie filming Nati like she was filming a nature documentary. 😂

  • @jennifer6833
    @jennifer6833 Рік тому +7

    The sheep 🐑 are my favorite part. So cute they are. ❤

  • @joanmuthra9263
    @joanmuthra9263 Рік тому +3

    Vivienne is a sweetheart❤. Thoroughly enjoyed this Vlog. The travelling, shopping, mini cams...pureheart Chloe.
    Cameron is the best shepherd 🎉😊

  • @jasminelouisefarrall
    @jasminelouisefarrall Рік тому +2

    Vivienne & Simon are just so funny 😆 wonderful seeing them xx

  • @letitrejo9332
    @letitrejo9332 Рік тому +4

    Love Vivienne and Simon! Such sweet substitute hosts. And the Lalande team had me laughing and hollering too. They did really well filming and storytelling 💚💚💚💚💚💚

  • @cathcarr4823
    @cathcarr4823 Рік тому +2

    I’m loving the daily vlogs Stephanie, just seeing the day to day things, like Nati sitting by the fountain with Molly 🐕

  • @gypsyvanneraddict
    @gypsyvanneraddict Рік тому

    Chloe has had a complete glow up! Get it girl! Oh yeah! Ya looking wonderful!!! Bombshell!!

  • @karnyloulou
    @karnyloulou Рік тому +4

    I just love these regular shorter vlogs! I find it easier to find a little bit of time 😁

  • @superamy213
    @superamy213 Рік тому +11

    The Kenough hoodie is hilarious!

  • @gemmaragain8089
    @gemmaragain8089 Рік тому +4

    One cannot say no once a book calls to them. Love the daily videos!

  • @GoldenLady9779
    @GoldenLady9779 Рік тому +7

    Nice sheepie sheepie! Otherwise the evil drone will get you, and you don't want that to happen. 🤣 You're all stars and Vivian & Simon shined brightest of all. 🥰

  • @LynnBFoster
    @LynnBFoster Рік тому +4

    Vivian and Simon you did a great job hosting

  • @danielintheantipodes6741
    @danielintheantipodes6741 Рік тому +9

    That was a tonic! Thank you for the video! Have a gala day!

  • @martieflagg4671
    @martieflagg4671 Рік тому +3

    So nice to see Vivienne and Simon!

  • @charmees6637
    @charmees6637 Рік тому +2

    Wow! What an adventure you and Philip had. You’d need a weeks rest to recover.

  • @MaryEllen_of_OBX
    @MaryEllen_of_OBX Рік тому +3

    Pavelina's statement, "I figured out how to feed the chickens lettuce. I have to stand it up so they think it's growing cuz apparently they only like to attack things that are growing." Lol 🤣

  • @janicebrowningaquino792
    @janicebrowningaquino792 Рік тому +3

    I LOVE the Mrs. Beaton book I don’t have one of!!! Great purchase Philip! As much fun as traveling is (haven’t done much myself for quite some time) coming home is ALWAYS a joy!

  • @sandicarpenter2658
    @sandicarpenter2658 Рік тому +2

    Great fun watch...Sandi x

  • @daphneoakes8389
    @daphneoakes8389 Рік тому +10

    I really enjoyed this format switching sites. Well done!!

  • @aletverster
    @aletverster Рік тому +2

    Philip’s I am Kenough top! 😆 It’s great!

  • @trickshotters1577
    @trickshotters1577 Рік тому +10

    Great vlogs today and yesterday! Love the dailies so much. Takes me back a few years ago when every time you put out a video we felt like part of the family. Thank you so much for this. Please update us on Percy and I know i am not the only one missing Jerry. How are they and of course your wonderful Mother. Loving you all from South Mississippi, USA.

    • @trickshotters1577
      @trickshotters1577 Рік тому +3

      Forgot to add, Philip, it takes a wise man to know when to keep his lip zipped! Lol. You are wiser than your years.

  • @geraldinetoltschin7776
    @geraldinetoltschin7776 Рік тому +14

    As usual a total joy to see you all, love from CANET de Mar.

  • @antonellaarcadolan6004
    @antonellaarcadolan6004 Рік тому +7

    Love to you all at LaLande

  • @marthacochrane484
    @marthacochrane484 Рік тому +1

    How lovely and funny and just beautiful..........

  • @annecc11
    @annecc11 Рік тому +11

    Love Vivianne's coat ! Congratulations on making the flight, who was the driver ? The Highlands of Scotland look wonderful but I'm glad I live in France.
    Thanks for the fun videos as always,
    Swan

  • @wendygrimwood8122
    @wendygrimwood8122 Рік тому +12

    I was looking at that shortbread in Peter Jones yesterday and wondering whether to get some to take to Lalande !

  • @bighousesigns
    @bighousesigns Рік тому +2

    Thank you thank you!! I injured my self Friday installing graphics on a tank truck and have been struggling with a cane...making everything harder....and now just finally resting and watching this...just really cheered me up.

  • @sherryrector2275
    @sherryrector2275 Рік тому +2

    Enjoyed the subs Vivian and Simon. Welcome home

  • @mavep2855
    @mavep2855 Рік тому +9

    Delightful vlog with all the various people cam shots. That was one of the most efficient transfer of the sheep yet, well done LaLanders! Thanks all🙏❤️

  • @lotusdolphin
    @lotusdolphin Рік тому +12

    Well done guys well done. Beautiful footage in the beginning. Glad to have you home. 🤟🏻💜🐬😎🇺🇸

  • @christinagill9484
    @christinagill9484 Рік тому +2

    My mother use to have a complete Mrs Beetons Household Management. I use to love reading it as a small child. The book got stolen when our house got broken into , along with all my mums silverware. My mum was a silver Smith she use to work for viners and use to buy something for the table each Christmas. Just brought back memories of my late mum x

  • @thaliad6759
    @thaliad6759 Рік тому +6

    What a very special group of people! Very enjoyable video:)

  • @janemillar-ck3nc
    @janemillar-ck3nc Рік тому +9

    Love these blogs, chill time from life in general and always something to laugh about 😂🥰

  • @jillychandler
    @jillychandler Рік тому +2

    That lovely lampshade base you chose, is full of woodworm! Lots of holes, but I loved it too! I loved all that was going on in this smalls Borg of a video, thank you all who took part! The sheep herding was epic. Love you all, love and hugs from a wet and windy West Devon, and Jilly and Madge the black rescue greyhound. xxx

  • @corinnapetry65
    @corinnapetry65 Рік тому +1

    Vivian I love your lipstick, worn in the American brocante.

  • @carolinegooder7091
    @carolinegooder7091 Рік тому +25

    I loved Scotland when I was there. Scots Irish immigrated to NC USA because it reminded them of Scotland. Our highland games festival each year is huge. Beautiful walk in Scotland!

  • @jf1a8x1
    @jf1a8x1 Рік тому +6

    So many little tidbits of Stephanie’s life I have somehow missed or never put together? Goddaughter??

    • @hahna77
      @hahna77 Рік тому +2

      She goes to visit her every year, usually around Christmas. There's an episode from last year. It's old college friend's of she and Nic. As he usually also travels each year to visit. They do the "godparent thing" a bit differently in Europe than here in the US. It's common for each child to have different, even many "godparents," while here it's usually one couple to take all children in event of emergency placement.

    • @jf1a8x1
      @jf1a8x1 Рік тому +1

      @@RockDove5212 never said she couldn’t and I did say it was a tidbit of Stephanie’s life I had perhaps missed in past videos. Just something new I learned about about her! 🤷🏼‍♀️😵‍💫

    • @jf1a8x1
      @jf1a8x1 Рік тому +1

      Thank you @hahna77 appreciate the kind response!

    • @RockDove5212
      @RockDove5212 Рік тому +1

      @@jf1a8x1 I'm really sorry I didn't mean to upset you. ❤️

    • @jf1a8x1
      @jf1a8x1 Рік тому +2

      @@RockDove5212 thank you..appreciate that..

  • @kaeru12345678
    @kaeru12345678 Рік тому +1

    This was such a fun one. The girls were giving sheperdess realness with their dresses and the kenough pun at the end was perfect

  • @nataliedobkowski5264
    @nataliedobkowski5264 Рік тому +3

    Great video! Loved seeing the temporary chatelaines while staff was away. Keep up the great work, everybody!

  • @lindagage7315
    @lindagage7315 Рік тому +1

    The sheep episode was too funny, I was looking for alot more in that herd lol

  • @stephaniedavis8064
    @stephaniedavis8064 Рік тому

    Love the shot of everyone in the window.

  • @monikastuckey8737
    @monikastuckey8737 Рік тому +3

    Awesome variety in the footage.

  • @Jane-3229
    @Jane-3229 Рік тому +4

    Loved this video 😊 thank you all xx

  • @rosemarythyme6351
    @rosemarythyme6351 Рік тому +1

    No reading at the table! Loved the dancing! I was just thinking the other day how I miss Lalanders dancing in the kitchen. Remember that? This is a fun video all around - a very welcome escape from war coverage. Merci beaucoup!

  • @ednahawkesworth7551
    @ednahawkesworth7551 Рік тому +1

    I see the woodland imps were out dancing again 😂😂😂🤩

  • @innershifttv
    @innershifttv Рік тому +5

    My best booking error was flying to Colorado and not putting in the correct return date rather having a ticket leaving an hour after I had arrived. Sometimes we are just tired and amazingly silly.

  • @sidoniejansson403
    @sidoniejansson403 Рік тому

    Haha "Quand le chat n´est pas là, les souris dansent..." All in all, nice cams and editing.

  • @carladejonge4951
    @carladejonge4951 Рік тому +1

    Welcome Home!

  • @carolinegooder7091
    @carolinegooder7091 Рік тому +39

    Chloe (Coco) and Maria are finally total Lalanders. Herding sheep standing at the point place. ❤ Did Chloe get into the Nettles?

  • @michellematthews8332
    @michellematthews8332 Рік тому +2

    Don't worry Stephanie, you are not alone. I sent my son to fetch me at OR Tambo airport instead of Lanseria on a Friday in peak midday traffic 😅.

  • @lindawentink2725
    @lindawentink2725 Рік тому

    Love all of this🥰wonderful purchases Vivienne and Simon.

  • @jf1a8x1
    @jf1a8x1 Рік тому +7

    You should have long fence panels to hold to make a corridor for the sheep to,pass but you did well with that sheep herding.

    • @carolinegooder7091
      @carolinegooder7091 Рік тому +1

      They use the fences going the opposite way to get them out in spring. ❤ Isolating the ram helps a lot. One year, he led them down the road to the right, through another open gate, across the courtyard and back to the original field. ❤

  • @LynnThompsonAuthor
    @LynnThompsonAuthor Рік тому

    "Do you think we took too much luggage?" LOL!

  • @susiemartin3144
    @susiemartin3144 Рік тому +2

    I’m with Phillip over the Mrs Beatons? What a good copy! Xx

  • @stephaniewaters4931
    @stephaniewaters4931 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home! There are several very funny things in this vlog, & I think we all know what they are! The crew waving to the babysitters was great!!! I love that book! ❤❤

  • @carolweaver3269
    @carolweaver3269 Рік тому +5

    It is so much warmer there, than at our area of the Northeast! Cannot believe how fantastically the flower are blooming and you do not need to ware much clothing to stay warm!
    I do watch Chateau Love with Vivienne and Simon and they are always fun and such upbeat loving people too.
    Stephanie and Philip looked tired at the end of this journey and yet I know it was fun too!
    Such fun watching everyone whether working or at leisure moments at lalande!
    Not easy to carry Aloysia! But loved seeing the sheep come running home! Glad Chole could join in and Pavlina made a most fantastic. meal!
    You all made this vlog very special! TY!!