Ash you are so comfortable in front of the camera. Such such a difference since the first videos I love watching the videos and seeing the progress that you all are making you’re doing such an awesome job. Thank you for sharing this with us.

I love it when Ash speaks to the camera. He is so natural and expressive with his face and the joy in his voice. I feel the joy all the way in Australia. Keep up the wonderful job you are all doing, it’s inspirational and I wish I could come over and help out🇦🇺❤️👍🏻

Ash does a wonderful job as commentator. He’s a natural. The garden will be spectacular.

A tribute to Tracey would be a lovely idea. She's the hardest working woman on you tube and always seems so.pleasant. I wish i.had her strength and energy.

I bet you any money this is exactly how the Lady of the chateau dreamt of having the walled garden 200 years ago AWSOME WORK 💕🇦🇺💕

Ash, love the t-shirt (Keep calm and crack on)! The garden is looking fantastic, you have all worked sooooooo hard. It is all beautiful and you can see life being given back to the chateaux and grounds. It was just meant to be that you all become the owners now. Love to you all xxxxx

It is amazing amount of work you have done with a Senior workforce. When the crew go home do you have some younger friends you could invite, they would have a lot to live up to. The crew you have now have worked so hard and accomplished so much, their work ethics are incredible. Applause, applause, applause.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! They’re all Young at heart! 🥰🥰🥰

@clairewright8153

28 күн бұрын

And 10 to 15 ton of gravel is a huge amount. I’m in total awe of all the hard work.

@patriciathompson350

27 күн бұрын

Terry and Ash's family might not be 20/ 30 year olds but they have strength, and are not afraid of hard work, as well as having a great work ethic too. Well done family the paths are looking great. UTB ❤ 👍

I do think reinstating the original sun dial is a great idea. One concern I have is that you are creating a beautiful vista which extends down to the various terraced levels. I would be cautious about having anything that will grow to a great height in the middle because you could lose the grand view that you have now been opening up. Yew trees in the middle in the formal garden that grow unchecked might be too much. But of course they can be pruned and shaped. At any rate, I do love seeing the collective enthusiasm and effort set forth, and think your progress is remarkable! Kudos!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Gloria 🥰

@lindabaker2905

28 күн бұрын

😊what wonderful memories you are all creating together to be shared with one another into the future! So very,very well done!

@justinanovak8040

28 күн бұрын

Fortunately yews grow super slow.

@gloriasmestad3803

28 күн бұрын

@@justinanovak8040 Right, but they have a very long lifespan. Which means it might be a problem far down the road, but it’s better to confront theoretical problems than live, looming ones.

Definitely think the original sundial needs to go in the centre of the garden it deserves its special place x

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

@meridiefricker4156

28 күн бұрын

And the tall yew trees (as punctuation points) on outer corners of the central area so as not to cast shadows the sundial

@gaelenecole4053

28 күн бұрын

Yep 👍 totally agree ❤❤

Sasha and Patrick are totally engaged in what's going on! They observe, investigate and follow the action. What a great life for them!

@donnamcnichol7433

28 күн бұрын

How many miles do they walk in a day, I wonder. Bet they sleep good

It's looking amazing! For the center feature, maybe a metal obelisk like structure that could have something fragrant climbing on it? Clematis maybe? Or something to represent your favorite football club in England? Or a statue of Patrick? For as much as we honor the history of the chateau, don't forget you are also part of the history of the chateau! Use that space to honor your contributions, your passions, your family, your mark on the chateau. Hope this helps! Whatever you decide will be terrific!

Everyone is doing such a wonderful job! its looking terrific !

Love the wheelbarrow brigade ❤

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Me too! 🥰

Omg, you keep saying you're only almost half done- I was like "nah, it's got to be almost done now!" Then I saw the dorne shot. Oh goodness, the walled garden is certainly bigger then it presents on camera! The family might have to extend their stay, lol

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Haha. Yeah it’s huuuuggggeee! 🥰🥰

Nice job making the video. The editing was beautiful and fun. Camera angles amazing!!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰

I’m loved the wheelbarrow ride!!!!! 😍 so good 😂 again please

The Garden Project is my absolute favourite, to see rebirth is wonderful. Glad you have your horticulture experts to get the plant selection correct. The design is beautiful. It will be magnificent.😊

The fluidity of each person wheeling the stone to the areas is so beautiful to watch. Organization is always the plan and that's likely why it is going so well and will be finished on time. Blessing all those who are helping out.

While we thoroughly enjoy watching the chateau shine again, I must admit we usually have to mute the music. The gardens are going to be as amazing as the building itself. Great job to all of you! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

Kudos to Ash or Terry or whoever is doing all that editing. I very much enjoyed watching the endless parade of wheelbarrow pushers coming into the yard. ❤ Look what crackin on can do!!! So much fun.

@chateaudelalacelle

26 күн бұрын

Tez does an amazing job with the videos! 🥰

Love the tee shirt.😊

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Susan 🥰

The overhead drone shots show just how IMPRESSIVE your work has been! Well done to all and just think of when you will have the chance to sit and reflect in this glorious space in the near future!! 🌳🌷🌺🌲🌻🌸🌼🌞

So impressed with how much and how quickly you are achieving your vision. What a team. X❤😊

Great achievement from all of you

❤ it looks amazing

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

Well done on the ground work, it's all coming together x

I like the way Patrick agrees with you Ash when you’re explaining about the dividing stone to the walled garden he’s a cheeky little chappie, great work guys 😊

If you decide on a statue, may I suggest the patroness of France, Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc). She epitomizes Tracy's perseverance and persistence. Also, Jeanne would better suit a French château than the Roman Diana. Alternatively, an obelisk or a piece of topiary. The functional sundial idea may not be practical in the shade of the planned trees. You all are getting a workout from moving that ton of gravel. It's time for a Gin & Tonic or a cold brew (for Ashley). 🍻

What an incredible undertaking by hand truck! Your Family & those other strong souls are truly amazing! Thanks Ash for your updates & keen observations! I am so excited in watching your progress!❤

What a EPIC ‘just job’ you are all achieving! Unbelievable transformation taking place and so much hard work. What a joy it is to watch this ❤ Well done team ! New Zealand 🇳🇿 👏🏻👍🏻

This is so exciting! These gardens are going to be spectacular!

Great progress back breaking work instant gratification doing this type of work you must so proud of seeing your plan come together well done Team !

Looking great!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Linda 🥰

The dogs are always a big help. You did a wonderful job and your help is amazing!

I cannot believe some of these comments! They are doing this MAMMOTH job and folk are wittering away about a small unpainted window at the top of the chateau!!!! If it affects their ocd from thousands of miles away, be brave and don't look. They are doing a fantastic job and do not need these sort of remarks. Well done all of you, it's going to be fantastic😊

@Tracyhort522

27 күн бұрын

❤❤❤

Monday, returning from Sully sur Loire, I passed by your castle. And I made a little video. It was impressive to see Lalacelle in real life!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️ you should have called and said hello 🥰

@AlfgardVicAenorDuFay

27 күн бұрын

@@chateaudelalacelle The next time ! Thanks !

Incredible amount of work, especially as only 2 of you are a bit younger. Go the generation that knows how to work hard, great job .. I've always said a simple sun dial as the garden will be the overall picture 😊

Would be great to be able to sit in the centre circle and take in the garden from that perspective!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Dorothy 🥰

The threshold block laid in place looks perfect. Now my favorite corner looks even better!

A Herculean effort to do so much by hand little by little. Congratulations to you all.

Silmply beautiful. 🤩

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you! 😊

I’m so impressed with all you folks on what have accomplished and achieved! ❤❤❤❤❤ stay strong and carry 😊❤

So exciting to see the paths taking shape. Amazing how much you’ve gotten done already.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

I still think a iron work Gazebo with curved stone benches would look fantastic, with perhaps climbing roses 🌹 as a center piece for the garden 😊

(2/2)😊 Beautiful drone photos of the gray skies!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Dale 🥰

I think you need to turn the barn into a senior's retirement home - how can you part with your aunts and uncles - would be nice to have them with you always. what about circular seating bench - anything high might impede your view.

@EthanLomas

28 күн бұрын

Yes, after all the work they have done, they deserve a nice retirement home xx

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Keep watching as we have a project next year that isn’t a retirement home, but it will be a home for some of our families 🥰🥰

@galvaceci6498

28 күн бұрын

Love your thoughtfulness to your beautiful families!!!!

@catheryncole6292

28 күн бұрын

Hmm, maybe the abandoned village they bought? Episode 71 Excitement

@CarolMartin-xm1ri

27 күн бұрын

@@catheryncole6292 I don't think they did - spotlight for friends who might have been interested.

In the middle a wonderful and antique french fountain would be great👍

@meridiefricker4156

28 күн бұрын

Another fountain (in the centre) would be “gilding the Lily” as a pair of fountains are planned for the centres of the outer shapes

Great job everyone 😍😘

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

Lovely little Sasha loves following her mama around🥰. Fantastic work with the stone fill! Tedious 🥵 but slow and steady wins the race👍🏻

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks so much 😊

The dauntless team is at it again. 😊

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

As always 🥰

Your garden is going to be beautiful when it’s finished, thank goodness for family helping you they are amazing well done all of you 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

How about shirts that say, "keep calm & carry on" or how about, "and you thought renovating was hard, try doing a chateau!". And put a pic of your chateau.😊

It’s coming along! ❤

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Dodi 🥰🥰

Absolutely changing the landscape. Wow!!

Lol. The dogs must be so confused wth you guys making hundreds of trips to and from the front to the back. But it's so impressive to see such beauty evolving from the wilderness that was there, such a short time ago. My back only lasts an hour or so these days, so hats off to the entire crew for slugging gravel for days.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Haha. They find it fun 😂

An amount job you are all doing and looking amazing 👏

0:00your work is astonishing what a great team you got welldone Totally in love with the garden can't wait for the end results Take care and be kind Johann South Africa ❤❤❤😊😊❤❤❤

Just wonderful❤️

Omg some back breaking work you guys are putting in 😱😱 I love the t shirt Ash and I love how Patrick always gets in on the action 🤣🤣😍 keep it up guys, you will be done in no time 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻♥️

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks so much Lisa 🥰🥰🥰

@lisagauden22

27 күн бұрын

@@chateaudelalacelle ♥️

Hopefully there were lovely cooling breezes to reward you phenomenal workers.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

That sky looks angry. I think Patrick is looking for a place to dig. Great job everyone.

💜💙💚 Wonderful to see everyone.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Tia 🥰🥰

Just amazing the effort. You will all be needing a week at the spa.❤

I am looking forward to the visit from the garden designer to hear what will be planted. The whole project will be magnificent when it finished. Heavens, the hard work though. Wow!

How about a stone mosaic, giant compass with N, S, E, W, etc patio in the center. That way you can put a table and chairs for entertaining, or clear it for photos or even a small wedding.

Oh wow, that sky. It was a race against nature, you all did so well. ❤

Luv your work in the garden.. it looks fantastic. What a lot of work you all have put in. Stay encouraged it’s going to be fabulous. Praying for your strength!!!!!!!! 👍

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! ☺️

So far so good!! Love to see the beautiful view of the storm coming in, so magical!!

Wonderful progress all! Your team is better than an earth mover! The dogs are supervising so well. Very particular. I hope the rain stays away now. looking forward to seeing the future progress.

I wasn't aware that was a sundial. I thought perhaps it was a statue base or bird bath base. You'll have to put it in a spot with full sun for it to work, I guess. I am intrigued.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️ yes it was an original feature in the garden 🥰

I hope the family can stay long enough to finish most of the gravel.

Beautiful outcome of EVERYONE'S work in progress and the stone walls that surround the garden would look spectacular if they are CLEANED AND POINTED as well. Very inspiring to all and a we enjoy immensely your extremely dedicated work. 🎉

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

Progress is being made and it is fantastic! Also, so cool to see the ufo 3 featured here, it's one of the best beauty tools I own!

It breaks my heart to see all those beautiful rocks being buried. I know, I know but it’s sad, especially as the new wall still needs recladding.

Looking amazing. I truly wish I was there helping! Thank you for this channel.

Well done everyone ❤

A single statue in the centre would look a bit lost. Better to have an understated, traditional sundial. This also represents and acknowledges sunlight, key to all gardens.

That would be nice if Install a statue with a small fountain in the center of garden 😍

I enjoy watching the great progress, but the small window in the roof section at the top of the tower so needs to be painted. Don't get me wrong there is no doubt a reason why it seems left out but my OCD is flaring and itching to get a paint brush! The other work is just amazing and putting skills that you have self taught is inspired, no criticism intended on the window.

@Donna-fx8lu

28 күн бұрын

It's going to require special scaffolding

@cynthiabroockman1752

28 күн бұрын

That darn dormer window needs a tele handler to safely reach. Blur your vision when you look that direction.. 😊 I personally could never get up that high even in a harnass on a telehandler! 😊

@ChristineC-nk5fd

28 күн бұрын

How about the local fire truck with a long ladder

@taustin6524

28 күн бұрын

You’re not alone…..Even though I know how difficult it will be to safely reach that window, I feel the same way😵‍💫😂 I just hope that when they are able to get to it, that whatever they do, it lasts for a loooong time 😂

@Donna-fx8lu

28 күн бұрын

@@ChristineC-nk5fd that's a good idea but it's a multi step process probably multiple days

What a stunning shot of the chateau with the looming black clouds in the background. You guys are on a toll, whew, I can just see the finished result, fountain, plants, it's going to be epic, well done all of you for amazing work your doing, and sharing this wonderful journey with us. Keep on keeping on ❤❤❤❤

You need one of those bobcat tippers on caterpillar tracks

What a lot of hard work well done its looking great ❤

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Nelle 🥰

Amazing drone footage❤

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙌

You guys are amazing! I think the area in the corner and by the threshold you put in is going to be cute. I could really see in the video today how that digger is a bumpy ride.

It is looking superb. What a fantastic team you all are. I love watching the progress of this elegant chateau and I look forward to what will be planted in the beds

Wow looking so amazing , and yes Tracey you look fabulous. Such hard work landscaping. New Brunswick Canada. Thank you for sharing

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥰

I like the old sundial because it leans into the idea of combining the old with the new.

What a family you have, absolute stars!

Garden is looking so good, the vision is very clear.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks Mark 🥰

Looking really good ya'll but Mom should be operating the back hole, please take care of her she is such a an amazing Mom and works so hard. I'm 68 and I worked like her till I had a heart attack at 48. ❤😊

Just found you guys, thanks to Matt Harington, I'm in southern italy and looking to build a retreat in our olive Grove. My partner is Italian and she was given the land by her parents. I've had many health issues and looking to raise money for a tractor. Our land is very steep and needs alpine tractor. What's the best way forward. We are salicivita, take a look if you get time.

Amazing progress you guys! Ash- love your tee shirt- perfect sentiment on it! ❤️🇨🇦

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!! 🥰

Amazing!❤

Looks absolutely awesome!

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

Maybe when your helpers go, you could hire the petrol powered wheel barrow dumper, they look really helpful and hold a lot, you’ve all done amazing, I want to get out in my garden and get a few jobs done now, fabulous going everyone, going to be beautiful when it’s done.

The garden layout plan was ambitious, to understate things, but you've executed it brilliantly. In a future year, it would be awesome to take the next step-down garden and make it into a less formal but still unique space for activity - something you wouldn't mind younger kids running around in while their parents are enjoying the upper one, but still able to see them. I could totally envision a meditation labyrinth like the one at Chartres, perhaps a little live willow-branch dome to sit in, a fire pit or barbecue corner and that sort of thing. You know, when you've got a minute...

Wow looks amazing and it’s coming along great

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thanks 👍

Very smart using all the rubble where you can. Once it’s all packed down it’ll create more stability.

You might want to consult with a professional and experienced wedding planner before deciding on the use and design of the center. I think future brides (and their mothers) would fight to book a wedding ceremony there. And, oh!…the photos that might be taken!!!

Wow, that's amazing. It makes my (largish) gardens look reasonable by comparison. I like the idea of a sculpture, sun dial, benches, a fountain, or something without leaves (that need to be cleaned up) on your gravel pathways. They should be the lovely feature that they are.

@chateaudelalacelle

28 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏 ☺️