The TERRIBLE TRUTH about living in a CHATEAU, Patrick's Chateau TOUR -Journey to the Château, Ep. 81

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Жыл бұрын

In this week's episode, Patrick gives a walk-through tour of the ground floor of the chateau as it currently appears during all of the renovations. Also, Stuart replaces the broken panes of glass in the greenhouse windows, and Patrick plants 80+ dahlia bulbs in pots in order to start growing them in the greenhouse before transplanting.
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@reillybb1 Жыл бұрын

You have lots to accomplish starting with your kitchen, so be kind to yourselves. One room at a time…it will be lovely. You have accomplished a great deal already.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. That is a very kind of you and great advice. 😊Hugs from Colombe

@glorialutes3380 Жыл бұрын

Honestly you’ve got a lot done already! It’s going to be beautiful! Hopefully your enjoying the process one day at a time! I’m looking forward to all your gardening blooming in the future. 😍

@cwatson1975 Жыл бұрын

This tour brought back terrible memories of our kitchen remodel. Stuff piled up everywhere. Somehow one family’s kitchen stuff looked like five families were having a garage sale inside my house. You have my deepest sympathy.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

😂🤣😂. I have to laugh because it feels exactly like how we feel. And who put the stuff from the other families in our rooms? We always said that we’d use the farm house kitchen. That was a great idea but never happened. 😮. We truly laughed out loud because your comment is just heartfelt. Thank you so very much. Love from Colombe.

@pennypeberdy Жыл бұрын

I do love your château!

@helenraynes8528 Жыл бұрын

You’ll be able to look back to this video and see how far you’ve come It’s still a stunning home- you gentlemen have such vision- enjoy the process ❤

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Helen, what a great way to put it. Thank you. It is a stunning home and it is a once in a lifetime way to live. Love from Colombe. 🌷👍🏻😘

@CuriousCalligrapher Жыл бұрын

Well, you've explained carefully what you were doing & why every video, I can't for the life of me figure out why anyone thought you were destroying anything. You've protected the stairs in the kitchen & railing as you put new cabinets in front of the drywall you've installed. Last, there was a detailed fireplace RESTORATION, not destruction, removing recent decades fireplace mods! Kudos for your thoughtful, careful kitchen restoration and remodel for the kitchen & throughout the Chateau!! My best regards!

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you, michelle! ❤️

@danielintheantipodes6741 Жыл бұрын

The chaos will linger for some time and then one day, serenity will prevail. Queen Marie-Antionette could walk in at that time and feel at home! Thank you for the video!

@sharonstrother5015 Жыл бұрын

You both are doing a great job! Please stop listening to ANY bad comment. Kiss the fur babies for me, and remember life is short. Way to short to let anything get to us. You all are forever in my prayers. God bless. Sharon

@rebeccacaron8982 Жыл бұрын

I tried to comment earlier in the live chat….what I wanted to say is the comment about the fireplace was mean….if they had been following and paying attention they would have known why you did what you did…I’ve done renovations and there are decisions that have to be made that concern cost and what’s cost affect and what isn’t, what will bring the most benefit and impact. It always looks worse before it gets better….Hang in there guys….follow your heart and instincts…you are doing a fantastic job of it. Thank you for bringing your U Tube family along with you❤ PS keep it nice folks…this is a lovely channel with lovely people involved….negativity isn’t necessary 🙏

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Rebecca. The live chat is sometimes so fast and I am sooo slow 😂. I agree with you. Being nice is not hard but some people just want to be mean. We actually laughed at the comment and Stuart decided to delete it. He rare does but that one went away. 😂😂😂. You are so right that one has to make decisions that make sense and are cost effective. We absolutely try to restore and keep what is historic. Truly love your comment. Thank you again and hugs from Colombe 🥰😘🥰

@leahtreck1083 10 ай бұрын

Aloha, it’s truly incredible how far you have come in just a few months. I believe that you’ll look back at all of this in a few years with a warm wonderful feeling of great accomplishment and pride. Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful, exciting journey🌹🏰.

@penihavir1777 Жыл бұрын

Stewart is an amazing artist! ♥️♥️♥️ I loved getting a glimpse of young Patrick and his family. 😁 You were brave to give an honest tour, and it’s a great reminder to me that beauty can take time, have patience. 🙂♥️

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. We both have some amazing family stories that we need to write down. 😮😊. It is indeed a tour that has no pretense and no cleaning up and reorganizing. And indeed, he is truly amazing. Thank you for your kindness. ❤😊❤

@lottieloobylou5035 Жыл бұрын

Bless your hearts, I’m exhausted just seeing all the things you are trying to do. I think you are feeling a bit overwhelmed perhaps because you have so many projects going at the one time. Haha I get in a guddle if I have more than two things on at the one time 😊. The main thing is you are still laughing and still look at it as an adventure of a lifetime., which of course it is! With your combined vision, taste, talent and hard work, this will be a chateau to be very proud of, and each and every week brings it closer and closer to fruition. So don’t ever lose heart, and if you feel worn out don’t forget to take a break and have a rest day or two. Oh and try just finishing one room, say the kitchen, that will make you feel all organised - then ready to tackle another room ❤ Sheena xx

@pamorama 10 күн бұрын

If anyone calls you idiots on your channel, I highly encourage you to block them. That’s not someone coming here with warmth and good intentions. Frankly, if you wanted to block the fireplace off, that would’ve been your prerogative. Unfortunately, it was already done and you are restoring it as well as you can. You’re doing a beautiful job, please don’t let people get you down-some can be so mean when they’re hiding behind relative anonymity.

@JourneytotheChateau 10 күн бұрын

Thank you! 💕

@tracybrown6207 Жыл бұрын

You are bringing an old girl in from the cold, redoing her make up, putting on her glad rags and extending her life expectancy. She has and is still beautiful. I love the cabinet (secretary) and the chess table. Thanks for sharing

@inaboucher144 Жыл бұрын

Your kitchen is looking soooo much brighter with the light flooring, such a great choice you made. Who needs a full kitchen, coffee station, microwave and adult beverage station you're good to go. It will take some time to do all that you want to accomplish, you just need to remember to pace yourselves. Take some time for yourselves. Do something fun besides work, work and more work. Above all please stay well. Hugs to you both and all your fur babies.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Isn’t it amazing how much of a difference that is? Now with the walls bright and the cabinets being light colour…… and more light fixtures to come in……. Looking forward to seeing that. We are so close to more progress. Now, it will take the best part of the next year to renovate most of the first floor rooms. Good advice about taking time off. I wish we could. We’d have to have someone trusted for the dogs. But we will visit Brocante markets and nurseries as a time off. Sending you love and hugs from Colombe. 🥰🌷😘

@inaboucher144 Жыл бұрын

@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 I totally get that you can't get away for any length of time. I meant day trips any getaway for a few hours just to catch your breath and recharge kind of thing. Happy Easter🐇Hugs to all, stay well.

@cheriesharp234 Жыл бұрын

It always amazes me even when renovating or decorating just one room, all the house seems to be upside down. The one thing I've learned is if you can set one room aside where it's dust free and you can sit down and relax the rest of the mess dosen't matter. Glad you're both enjoying your greenhouse, we've just have erected a 6×3mtr poly tunnel and 3 new raised bed, so we've been getting all our veg seeds going and hanging baskets planted up. Roll on summer. Xxx

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Wow, you are on a roll with your gardening. I envy you. Wish I could say the same. 😮. Brava. It is true. One room that is dust free is wonderful. We have our bedroom (with settee and chairs). But i cannot wait to have the kitchen done to sit in and enjoy. I love that you have been there and know what it is like. Thank you and huge hugs from Colombe. 🌷💐😘💐🌷

@cheriesharp234 Жыл бұрын

@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 we are still living in some what a mess, we've started on the new utility room it's plastered and floor is tiled, the last two units we will build up today and the kitchen fitter starts on friday. So finger crossed I can reclaim my kitchen back. Next we start on the redorating the hallway and the bedrooms again, as we've been here 34ish years, so goodness know how many time we have done them all before. Xxxx

@roberthossen8354 Жыл бұрын

Restoring and renovating a (dilpadated) château is a tremenduos work! My deepest respect! Takes time, so take it.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Dear Robert, you are so kind and spot on. It is a lot of work but it is also so rewarding. We love and appreciate your input. We could use some input from a garden designer. Looking for that. Happy Easter from C. 👍🏻🌷🥰

@lynettewerner3559 Жыл бұрын

I didn’t know Stewart was an artist!

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

LOL. 🤣 Yes, I am pretty sure that has been mentioned in our vlogs many times (even in our first "About Us" episode), Ever since graduating from University in Art and Design, he has worked as an artist in many different jobs his whole life. Now you know! Thank you, Lynette! ❤️

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

We didn’t talk about it as much as we should have. ❤😊❤

@melissahalbert9455 Жыл бұрын

For such a short time period of living there, getting settled and starting renovations, Y'all are doing great! 🐘One bite at a time....chew thoroughly! Much love and prayers to y'all both!

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you! ❤️

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

I have my moments when I feel I am an over-eater. 😂. But of course, spot on. One bite at a time and we are making progress. Thank you for the love and prayers. Love you right back. 😊❤😊

@honnna10 Жыл бұрын

In the words of the song things can only get better,with you two it will be done with love and joy.

@JudythJ60 Жыл бұрын

I LOL at the "Stupid Idea of a Glorious Tour." I love the ironic humour you bring to the whole renovation process - I'm sure it preserves your sanity!

@shelaghdavenport734 Жыл бұрын

Good for you to open your home to us. Now we all feel a little more normal ourselves.

@MsSherrydarling Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the tour!! It's nice to have a refresh of the layout. Your place reflects the reality of any kind of renovation. As long as you have one room that you can retreat to, you're good. I am excited to see the process of each space and the stunning home it will be when it's all done. Time out in the garden will give you peace and a sense of accomplishment as the plants grow and bloom. A sense of humour is very helpful and a positive attitude as well, which you both have lots of.As Dory would say, just keep swimming, just keep swimming. 🥰

@bryanspindle4455 Жыл бұрын

When undertaking a huge project, it is good to step back and take a breather once in a while to keep your sanity and not become overwhelmed.

@charlottemcfadin7807 Жыл бұрын

All I see are the possibilities. With your great taste in designing your home it will be beautiful.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Charlotte. That is what we saw too….. We had to buy her so we could do this work. Even though it is slower than we’d like it to be. 🥰😘😁

@michaelwieneke1992 Жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that a commenter made those unkind comments about the fireplace. Hopefully you can ignore the haters. You are doing wonderful renovations. And it should be said, it's YOUR home and you should make whatever changes YOU gentlemen feel is best for the chateau.

@susanavalladares1508 11 ай бұрын

It is amazing how good it looks now since this video. Sometimes people say bad things because they know nothing to do beyond that. You two are doing a great job

@0210rokvist Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tour. Stewart is a true artist. Patrick, you are still a beautifull man

@louiscecere5636 Жыл бұрын

You are getting there guys. I lived (camped out) in my first restoration for almost two years. Built in 1817 with sixteen rooms and eleven fireplaces. Today it is totally restored back to period Well worth all the sacrificing. By the way, that was only my first restoration and now I am on my thirteenth. I'm pulling for you!

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Oh wow…… 13? Bravo. This is my 7th. What a great journey you had. I’d love to chat with you at some point and hear what motivates you. Thank you so much and sending love from Colombe. 🥰👍🏻🥰

@louiscecere5636 Жыл бұрын

@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 my pleasure

@karenniehues4786 Жыл бұрын

My sister in law had an antique crochet done by her grandmother. She got a darker fabric. & used it as a background & framed it. It is now preserved & will stay clean. It makes the pattern show better as well. I’m telling you this so you may want to use to showcase Regina’s beautiful gift.

@pv6450 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tour! One positive is that the mess is spread out in many rooms so that each space has some room. On the negative the mess is spread out in many rooms and it seems to be everywhere!! I thinknit will be spectacular and in a year things will be so different. 🎉

@lasanimasaussies Жыл бұрын

The greenhouse and garden are the favorite places at my home. Consider skylights in your green house roof? Remember, one job at a time. Rome wasn’t built in a day.

@rosa-f4865 Жыл бұрын

You both have accomplished so much but probably feel you haven't the Guest House is ready the garden more manageable. I love beening on this journey with you and remember you both with packing boxes around you both in America telling us . You will look back on all your videos and see how much you have already done making this beautiful Chateau a home for you and your fur babies and giving us so much pleasure. Love to all of you Xxxx

@pattersonmendiola Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the behind the scenes with all of us!! Definitely shows the real compromises of restoring a chateau !

@y.lelivelt2619 Жыл бұрын

My mum said; "a big house is a big mess". She was right. In a big house you can put stuff everywhere but in a small house you can't. I live in a very small,old ,and cozy house but I'm happy with it.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Your mom is right! 😊. At least during renovations it is a massive chaotic mess. We are usually pretty good in staying organized. But now? Oh dear…….. Small houses can be absolutely wonderful. And cozy! It is most important that we are happy with where we live. Muc( love from a big and messy Colombe. Hugs. ❤❤❤

@foretb1162 Жыл бұрын

Stuart is a talented artist! Wow! Love the one of his grandmother. The lithograph is intricately done. Bravo!

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

He sure is. Thank you so much. He needs to hear that. ❤😊❤

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you 💕💕

@paulacorreal1675 Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your vlogs as you are so upbeat and even in the midst of chaos your lovely dispositions shine through. Your senses of humor and perseverance will take you far. Greetings from PA, USA.

@marthalikens482 Жыл бұрын

While going through the entire renovation of our 1850's farmhouse I did my dishes in my bathtub for almost a year!! My patience really got a work out for almost 18 months! I know exactly what your going through! I survived, and was so proud of myself afterwards, you will be so happy when it's done. Crack On.

@patcardiff2563 Жыл бұрын

Your kitchen looks so much more spacious who wants a sooty fire in a kitchen I think the fire place looks lovely as it is and it is now so bright can’t wait for new units to be in place

@rosemariedeschenes7013 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your honest your. Having lived through many a renovation, I feel your pain. Bathrooms and kitchens are the messiest. Stewart is such a talented artist. Thanks for sharing 😍😘

@eleanorchapple8772 Жыл бұрын

You will be so glad you did this ‘before’ video because the ‘after’ one will show just what an amazing job you both have done.

@kevinjewell233 Жыл бұрын

Growing up my we bought old victorian homes in the Pacific NW and restored them, my mother made two priorities, firs tthe kitchen and beds made, the rest will come together...but people have to eat and sleep...and another priority was always at least one bathroom working!!!

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Hi Kevin. Hope all is well. That sounds amazing for a kid. Your mom is a wise person. That is absolutely true and will never change. All renovations take a few rooms that are working. Love from Colombe. 💖🥰💖

@woodsew Жыл бұрын

I did dishes in a half bath sink for over 6 months while we rebuilt our kitchen in our Queen Ann. We had a year old daughter and one on the way. When we bought the house you could the basement through the kitchen floor. That was over 50 years ago. Today, I wonder how we did it.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Wow, you did an amazing job. Isn’t it funny, looking back, what we can do? I cannot imagine how you did it. We have 9 dogs living with us right now and that is much easier compared to your situation. Thank you so much for sharing. Love from Colombe. 🥰😘🥰

@lindamounts2193 Жыл бұрын

You two make a mess look elegant. That's quite a gift. 🙂

@cliffhorman6846 Жыл бұрын

All I can see is the stunning progress you two guys have made inside and out in such a short time. You should be dam proud of your hard work! 😘😘

@jeanieallison4899 Жыл бұрын

Honestly, your home doesn’t look too bad at all! It certainly has a wonderful, “light” energy- I love it! Don’t forget, it is a work in progress, and “Rome wasn’t built in a day” ( I ran out of sayings…!)! Your little greenhouse is so delightful… is there anyway that you can drag a recliner into a corner and just take turns having little naps in there?!😉 Stuart, you are an amazing artist… is there anything that you cannot do?

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jeanie! 💕

@rt3box6tx74 Жыл бұрын

It's just semi-indoor camping. It's an adventure you won't miss when it's over. So much more bearable in summer when you can escape outdoors for breaks of sunshine.

@bellaviaggitours Жыл бұрын

I'm sure there are days when living like this is frustrating but it's one day at a time. When you're done, you'll look back at how much you've accomplish and really appreciate it. I have to say I started watching you two to see the chateau buying and renovating process. I now look forward to hearing Patrick's laugh!! Keep laughing (otherwise you may cry)!

@lyndaking7519 Жыл бұрын

Guys, onwards and upwards, how wonderful that you are recording your stewardship and renovation of Chateau de Columbe. Ignore negative comments, it’s your place, your choices/decisions. Happy Easter to you both 🐣💙🐥

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Happy Easter, Lynda! ❤️

@lorassorkin Жыл бұрын

As I watched the tour, I heard my grandmother's phrase in my mind: "Such is life", said when things didn't quite go to plan, or life got a little messy. For the time being, such is life (in your chateau). Remind yourselves you've made huge progress so far! Thank you for showing some of Stuart's artwork, it's fantastic!

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Hi there Lora. Very smart lady, your grandmother! It is a bit messy, isn’t it? 😊😂. We are making good progress now. Very happy about that. Glad you like Stuart’s artwork. We will show more when we have sorted things out more. Hugs. ❤😊❤

@connievanlewe7762 Жыл бұрын

Even with the chaos I still think the Chateau is gourdious. Everybody who is going through renovations will understand this proces. But out of the chaos the result will be amazing. You both are talented, Stuart makes beautiful paintings, Patrick makes gourdious curtains and cooks delicious food 👍 please keep laughing and you may scream if you want. Helps releasing stress. New package coming your way with more beautiful flower seeds. And of course some treats for the dogs. Hugs 🥰😘

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Gonnie! 💕 Screaming to release stress may be a good idea. 😂😂 We and the dogs love your packages. Thank you! 😍😍🐾🐾

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Happy Easter Gonnie. Thank you so much. Words of wisdom! Anyone who has done this knows how much work it is. It’s just a bigger scale with this property. 😂. And you are so right, there has be be chaos and destruction before there can be the new emerging. I wish you could see the change in the kitchen in the last 2 days….. just amazing. Looking forward to the seeds. I have your dahlia in a pot with your name on it. Love it is so cute. The dogs are excited and we all send you love and our gratitude for all your help. ❤😊❤

@connievanlewe7762 Жыл бұрын

Happy Easter to you both...🐣 i like to help by sending a variation of bulbs and seeds. I think in the Netherlands we have more to choose from and cheaper. I certainly will come to see you both and help out as soon as the kitchen is done. 🥰

@mathewhalpin Жыл бұрын

"You idiots" are going to do a fabulous job, I'm loving the journey thank you!

@EmilyBltz Жыл бұрын

I just love your attitude and honesty giving us a tour. This only means that now we are totally committed to see the renovation to the end! Lol. Side note Stuart you are such a talented artist!! Beautiful! ❤️

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Hi there. Thank you very much. I know it was a crazy idea. And I am glad you are now hooked to see it through to the end. 😂😘😂. Stuart really is an amazing artist. Love your comment. Hugs❤

@susanneking2524 Жыл бұрын

Love the behind the scenes view of your life in France, life is messy and it’s good to see progress…your great attitudes will get you through. Looking forward to seeing the kitchen finished. As I’m sure you are too!

@buffmontana4203 Жыл бұрын

AH! The rooms next to the kitchen are to die for. Having a house there will always be a project one way or another no matter how big or small. Count your blessings you are able to do this. You know you've done it when the house can finally be called a home.

@p.wesleyburrowsjr6576 Жыл бұрын

We have been living the same way for 6 yrs.3 more rooms to go and a hallway. I know how you feel. It's worth it in the end. Every day is interesting 😊

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

You know! And well said. Every day is interesting. Or frustrating 😂😂😂. Hugs. And let us know when you are finished. We will envy you. 😊

@misscharwinter2233 Жыл бұрын

Kitchen renovation is the worst! We live in a bungalow; kitchen cabinets in the livingroom, fridge in the livingroom, coffee station in livingroom. Dishes amd kitchen items in bedrooms. Stove in screened room on the deck. Only room that was normal was our bedroom. Also, we both worked outside of the house full time. Fun fun😂

@stephaniegaromon3244 Жыл бұрын

I’m so tickled you replaced the greenhouse missing glass with plexiglass. It brought back memories of my dad, and I loved how you mentioned the delightful earthy smell inside it. I can see how many plants you have. It’s wonderful. The chateau is in the midst of renovations and one room of renovations leads to five rooms of disarray! It’s part of the process but having videotaped it, you will one day enjoy seeing the changes. It’s one step at a time and keep laughing. I didn’t realize that Stuart is an artist. I used to make lithographs when I was much younger. It is extremely tedious and the process is complicated but I loved it from start to finish. I stopped when I had children, but continued oil painting which I still do as my quiet enjoyment today. His portrait of his great grandmother is lovely! Be well!! xx

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Stephanie! 🥰

@sheilaosullivan3056 Жыл бұрын

Hi Patrick and Stuart, thanks so much for bringing us on a wee tour of your home. As others have said just take it one day at a time and have fun and enjoy all your amazing renovation projects. You are both so talented and creative people and amaze me every week with what you have achieved so far. I think if you have a comfy bedroom and a sitting room and your kitchen completed this summer then the rest can wait. I know that sounds easier than said but don’t be hard on yourself or feel despondent and remember why you love this place. Big hugs from me 🫂🤗 xx🇨🇮

@patcardiff2563 Жыл бұрын

You have such beautiful things throughout your rooms and when you have finished your decorating just take your time Rome wasn’t built in a day when you are finished you can put up all your lovely paintings I can just imagine it will all look so Breathtaking you both have such good taste in things

@TalkTalk44 Жыл бұрын

It is all beautiful even in this state ,the vision for the future is amazing ..💯

@MarthasMuWz Жыл бұрын

The chateau has beautiful bones. I love the color samples on the walls. Lovely furniture that you will enjoy as each room is done.

@stephan6372 Жыл бұрын

No doubt you both will get this done. Got to your channel through Tony and his wife and like them you both haul arse. Unlike other chateaus you actually work and do a splendid job, just like Tony and his wife. Refreshing is the word and your German get go is amazing. Loved your tiling.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Hi Stephan. Happy Easter from Colombe. Thank you for your trust and input. We love Tony and Jane. They are fantastic friends. I have to say that I am absolutely amazed that you, like us, figured out that there are many chateau channels where the owners pretend to do the work but are actually just acting till the cameras stop. Glad you liked my tiling. Stuart did all the cutting, so he’d not damage nor ankle even more 😮. Hugs from Colombe 😊😊😊

@thickernell Жыл бұрын

Nice music. Disco at the Greenhouse. I half expected to see Donna Summer dance across the screen. 🤣 Enjoy the weather there. It's been two weeks of tornado hell here in your old stomping grounds.

@missbobbielawrence6823 Жыл бұрын

I love your doors with the handles in the middle and I really like the pink colour on the walls and in the kitchen fire place 😁it really works. I can't believe people feel they can call you idiots 😮it's your castle you are kings of so you can do whatever you want! Do you have to duck whenever you go through the doorways 🤔🤕. Well done on the greenhouse Stuart 👏and enjoyed the tour you can imagine what it's going to look like 😍🍷

@ronniemensch2400 Жыл бұрын

You are doing really really well,. You are moving along very quickly. We have been a good 10 or 11 yrs working on our 100 yr old home and nothing is complete. A case of no contractor stays and completes a job. New contractor now and hopefully he will get the bathroom and kitchen completed. Good luck and thank you for sharing your journey with us. I love the kitchen floor.

@LCNWA Жыл бұрын

Hope you two can find time to learn how make your own wallpaper because - You two be be great st it! Projects will come & go but enjoy all this while you can! Bravo!

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Stuart has designed fabrics but we can certainly do a tutorial of making wallpaper. Love the idea. Thank you so much ❤❤❤. And great advice to enjoy the process. Huge hugs. 😊😊😊

@LCNWA Жыл бұрын

Anna's teaching it online - where you played the piano b4 you got your new location to live in! I know you need a life too but still am throwing it out there!

@andrewbrockhoff2976 Жыл бұрын

Looks tidy for a building site, it has always been my dream, to complete one room and then move on to the next one, as you know that never happens. Renovating is like a Rubik's Cube, very messy just before all the tiles/blocks fall into place, Sandy Williams, Coober Pedy, South Australia

@shirleygraham6229 Жыл бұрын

At least you have some room for yourselves even as you work. Lots to look forward to when each stage gets done. I am convinced us humans need regularly cheering up to keep progressing so as not to go off the rails or give up. You are doing great. It will be beautiful. Best wishes.

@jennifercampbell7698 Жыл бұрын

Oh that brought back memories of my home renovations! I had a kitchen and bathroom renovation that took 12 months when the contractor promised 14 weeks from start to finish! 🙄🙄 12 months without a kitchen and 8 weeks without a shower! I can laugh now but oh boy to live through it! I was very happy with the final outcome, as it looked amazing. So hang in there boys. It will be a wild ride but we’ll worth it! (And I might try out your accommodation in 2025, all going well ) 🥰🥰

@BruceKasl Жыл бұрын

Seeing your house tour reminds me of my kitchen and bathrooms remodel years ago. I too had a microwave oven--mine was in the living room. The refrigerator was in the dining room. It was very cramped and disorganized living for 4 or 5 months. I feel your pain. I wish I could say that I kept my sense of humor as well as the two of you do. Your videos are always a delight to watch.

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@jaysonbelyea8981 Жыл бұрын

Lovely as always. ❤ Thank you, thank you, thank you for the tour. No question about it, the chaos is the most challenging part of living within an ongoing renovation. Still, anyone who’s been through it knows it’s a process, it takes time and patience, and it will all be worth it in the end. Even with all the clutter, it was easy to see just how fabulous it will be once it’s all done. ❤ You’ve been holding out! I guess we knew Stuart was an artist. But I had no idea how talented he clearly is. Well done Stuart! ❤ And based on some of your work we just saw, it should come as no surprise you’ve ended up in an ancient, grand chateau. It’s as if this has always been your destiny. And Patrick, I don’t know who painted the portrait of you in your hallway, but, ADORABLE! 😍 Well done, my dears! Big hugs to you both. ❤❤

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Gosh Jayson, you are just the most wonderful man. ❤. It is chaos indeed. Our former renovations always had spaces that were livable. Not this time 😂😂😂. And you are right, of course, it will be fabulous but it needs an experienced eye to see the possibilities. We didn’t really emphasize that Stuart is actually an artist. He is incredibly talented and can sing and act to boot……. Well that portrait of me was painted by….. me. Stuart challenged me to use my 13 years of art classes in school and do a self portrait. I also painted my grandmother and reproduced a few 17th century portraits. All Stuart’s fault 😂😂😂. In any case, I will never be the artist that Stuart is. We send you all our love and hope you two have spring soon. ❤😊❤

@allysonsears Жыл бұрын

I know it’s stressful. There’s nothing I could say to make it better. I understand what you are going through and the payoff is going to be stunning. Great job on the windows on the greenhouse, What a difference!!

@ROSEMARY1925 Жыл бұрын

It’s a lot of work, but you will slowly get it down and when it’s done, you’ll be very proud of yourself, beautiful work and your decorations and of course, in the different positions that you put each piece of furniture it will all look beautiful before you know it, it will be completed so take it easy. All is good say your prayers and keep healthy and one day your home is going to be beautifully fixed. Bye for now Rosemary🌹 Long Beach, California

@jk9562 Жыл бұрын

Stuart is a fabulous artist!

@rhondadean5455 Жыл бұрын

Your handling the move, the unending work with cheerful attitudes that's energy that gets the job done. Its a lot. Fun. Dogs are happy. I love the floor in kitchen. Reminds me of the movie money pit. Your house is much nicer. It will be done soon enough. Great window job Stuart. Plants will flourish.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. We try to find the upside in things. And laugh at what cannot be changed. 😂. Dogs are incredibly happy and love the sunshine. The kitchen floor looks like it belonged here. It is much like the floor that was removed in the 1970s. The little greenhouse is so charming. Hugs from Colombe. 💖💕💖

@starlightone6948 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful vlog. You need not to be hard on yourselves. You have only been in a short time and look at all you have accomplished. Each day there are changes and wonderful ones. This is a lovely chateau and when finished it will reflect the two of you and will be lovely. Keep the faith and don't let people affect you. Cheers from♥️🇨🇦. Love to your fur babies.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. It is true, we have not been here long. But then again…. My mom always tells me that Patience is not my middle name. 😂😂😂. You are, of course, absolutely correct. Lots of changes and accomplishments. We keep cracking on and keep the faith. Comments like yours make our day. Love from Colombe. ❤😊❤

@leighlaaltilio6672 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the lovely tour! Between the two of you, you have so many talents, and compliment each other in such a lovely way!🤩🤩💟

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jillbeechey4453 Жыл бұрын

Stuart, what a beautiful painting of your grandmother. Always love to see pictures of our relatives. I was so excited to see what was behind the door beside the kitchen fireplace and Patrick went the other way, lol. I hope you take your time with all the projects. I hate to miss the smiles and chuckles. Love to you both 🍻 🇨🇦 ❤

@nancibishof6462 Жыл бұрын

Room by room it will get done and be wonderful. Once the kitchen is again functional, life will be easier. A year from now, look back on the videos to see just how much you have accomplished.

@gailbutler483 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tour. I can't wait to see how you'll both "paint" your chateau canvas!

@annawinkel6509 Жыл бұрын

It always gets worse before it gets better. You’re making great progress and I think your new kitchen will be lovely. Bon courage!

@JG-qt3pn Жыл бұрын

Sometimes putting Bailey's in your morning coffee is the logical thing to do. Thanks for the update and tour.

@DownButNotOutYet Жыл бұрын

Good morning Patrick & Stuart, my-my, people can be so critical of others. I think you are just the bees knees sharing your 'private' lives with us. There is so much work to be done, then you also would like to keep it as original as possible. I can share so many stories with you it will be pages and pages long! Regardless, yes it looks a mess, but we have al been through that, if you are "normal"!! I think some people were just born adults, they do not know what life is like to be a child and growing and learning. Easter has started last Sunday, and it is gradually coming to the great Easter weekend. Now you have choices, you can take a break on Friday and Sunday and work on Saturday and Monday and presume your daily chores from then on. Work on the rooms you think is most important for yourselves and carry on. I love the walk through from one room to the next. The French are so romantic and I love those high walls and doors. As you say Patrick we still laugh a lot and that is all that matters, enjoy your daily lives, making the best of it and be grateful. I love what you are doing, gradually, steadfast and precise. Many blessings. Kind regards, Elize

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Elize! ❤️

@tnt8092 Жыл бұрын

I’m sure your heads are stuffed with a running list of things needing done, and it’s exhausting…but don’t forget to take a day here and there to have fun away from the work..my husband is a contractor so our house is always on the back burner…hmm it’s time I hire out…😮 ❤️🇨🇦❤️ Teri…Patrick your work is amazing. Hope you have picked out your studio..

@lcg5790 Жыл бұрын

Oh boy. That looks like you two have lots of projects on the go. Just think in a couple of years looking back you'll slap each other on the back in congratulations. It is going to be beautiful.

@Al-cd2bk Жыл бұрын

Rome wasn't built in a day and you are making great leaps forwards.❤

@sue7190 Жыл бұрын

It was good to see the tour so that we will better appreciate the work you do in the future. Love the window to the greenhouse, the heading is so pretty. Don't beat yourselves up you are making amazing progress.

@catherinemtc7795 Жыл бұрын

Patrick I loved the walk through. The railing on the main stairs is beautiful. So many rooms. When they are all painted and furniture arranged how you want it’s all going to be so beautiful. I love old. I love the woodwork you name it. You better do another walk through when that’s all done! I can’t wait to see the finished results. So friggen exciting. Yeaaaa.

@Karime70 Жыл бұрын

I would probably collect all of the decor and portraits in one room and smaller furniture in another in the mean time but that's just my OCD talking😅😂

@panamtoddler8142 Жыл бұрын

It's been almost a week since the live vlog, but I'm re-watching this and my dog just said, "Mom! You're grinning again watching those guys! Over here, lady!". I love that music and it's so nice to see you both working in tandem. Stuart at the windows, you with the bulbs. I've picked up some useful Plexiglass tips watching Stuart in slo-mo (🤭) and it's giving me all sorts of ideas. Take care you two! Love from Tina in Seattle and Miss Penny Boston 💖🥰😘

@seaview9948 Жыл бұрын

You do have a lot of work ahead of you and I’m sure it’s overwhelming sometimes but you have some wonderful plans and you are such hard workers . Is all going to look so incredibly beautiful ! and it’s so amazing to join you along the way ! Keep strong , sending lots of good energy to you both!

@hollyrose1505 9 ай бұрын

Stuart great job on the windows. Your incredibly talented and artistic! Can’t wait to see the dahlias! Your doing great. Love more storage space. I like the bts a lot. Omg, I can’t 🤣🤣🤣🤣 now that’s an idiot! ♥️🇫🇷🏰

@labarbarachase122 Жыл бұрын

Greetings from Nashville Tn USA.....the kitchen is going to be beautiful.Paint is a miracle material! I watch your vlogs every week. Best of luck and blessings to you Stewart and Patrick. I think you will have the chateau finished in about 3 years because you are decorating and designing at lightening speed! ...in closing I have a few words for the "idiot"...."Kiss my grits".....lol...

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊💕

@rvaprep Жыл бұрын

Everything you showed is understandable due to renovations. We saw the grand salon and the dining room in good shape, and they will be wonderful in the not so distant future. You guys are doing an excellent job and quality takes time. Take care my friends and have a happy Easter. Ralph Rocchiccioli

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you and Happy Easter, Ralph!

@juliacobb4355 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed the tour of the ground floor. We all sympathize with the headaches that come with a renovation. Excited about the next months.

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed the tour Julia. I figured it would be a good idea to show the reality of our lives. 😊 There are headaches and lots of discussions about the next steps. I love that part. We too are excited about the next months. Thank you and hugs. 🥰🌷🥰

@IreneSonni Жыл бұрын

I think that your Chateau is remarkably organized amid the renovating chaos. When we renovated our old 19th century farmhouse years ago, we rigged up the stove in the bathroom, and that was my kitchen for several months. It’s not easy living in a worksite, with dust and debris a daily battle, and no one should expect your place to look pristine during renovations. You are both doing a great job! ❤❤❤

@JourneytotheChateau Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Irene! 💕😘😘

@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 Жыл бұрын

Darling Irene. Thank you so very much. You know exactly what we are living in 😊. Your stove in the bathroom situation is quite something. We are just scattered through 3 rooms….. 🤣😂🤣. I admire that you cooked in the bathroom….. I’d have been grumpy for ages. We are looking forward to putting things back in order a bit. It’s for my mental health 🤣😂🤣. Love from Colombe and we hope all is calm. 💐🌷💐💖

@IreneSonni Жыл бұрын

@@patrickjourneytothechateau9452 I’ll have to send you a before and after of that kitchen 😂

@lorahart56 Жыл бұрын

Yay! Thank you for the tour. I'd be scared to death with all that needs to be done, Can't wait to see more progress.

@sandraberry612 Жыл бұрын

Hi Patrick & Stuart,thank you for the tour, just love the entrance,it’s so inviting! Patrick it’s very trendy now to have a second kitchen in modern homes,there called ( Butchers Kitchen )they normally have a dish washer ,sink ect! It’s where you can chuck all your dirty dishes,when having dinner parties 🥂🍾🦐🍛🍝🍷🦀🍺🥳🎉 Take care 🥰💕

@jacquelynhollinger4006 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing the reality of your journey to date...I could only smile and envision the possibilities. Looking to your future vlogs.

@clivecarser7356 Жыл бұрын

And now we have the after vlog ..... It will be fantastic to see the finished results and be able to compare .that's something to look forward to!!! Stewart you are truly a perfectionist, I would have screwed the perspect sheet to the frame not cut each pane 😂😂😂😂

@caronich Жыл бұрын

I'm just catching up on your vlogs.😁 Thank you so much for giving us a "before" tour of your downstairs and renovation plan update. I'm excited about your kitchen; the new floor is lovely and really does lighten the room👍

@candioates1505 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness! I love it. Thank you for taking us on that little tour! I can't wait to see it all finished but, I am sure it's exhausting! I found myself looking at Chateau real estate after watching this... haha.