EP24 Exclusive Tour of La maison du chateau Lagorce , love for renovation & restoration .
A 20 year renovation journey .
A passion for chateaux in France in need of renovation and restoring / bringing buildings back to life .
What started with a trip with Barbara , Peter & Edd as a dream to buy a place for the holidays for the family ( There were 4 kids in total Edd is the youngest ) turned into buying a massive chateau +2500m2 and a 400m2 house close to it ...
To renovate and restore the chateau wasn't easy but bit by bit with help from friends and family the 1st renovation stage was done ... however it had to be self sufficient and and pay for for its own work ... as there was a lot to be done
Bit by bit by doing it themselves with some help as the kids came to help more work was done .... so any money that came in along with anything Peter & Barbara had was used to do up the place ... and the chateau was bit by bit being taken to its former glory .
Edd was back and forth in the Uk but started living full time in France back in 2005 to take care of the chateau and do more work .
I started here in early 2007 ...
However letting the chateau out in season / summer meant the family couldn't come as often ...
So the renovation journey for la maison du chateau Lagorce or the Dez Rez started in 2015 and bit by bit we did more work ...
We are doing some even now when we can ... at the same time trying to do work in our own place .
The passion for renovation got transmitted from Peter & Barbara to Edd and myself which have been part of this journey for over 14 years now :)
We hope you all enjoy this vlog x
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Anna your lovely mother-in-law has absolute taste. Oh My Stars everything she buys is so beautiful & unique. Her decorating skills are second to none. Is there no end to her talents?. Love your father-in Law he looks so relaxed even though he works as hard restoring & building. Two amazing people. Chateau Lagorce is very fortunate to have such talented owners who have brought back to life a bygone era into the present for their family to enjoy.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all your kind words, they have done a great job over the years. xx
@leighalmond4128
Жыл бұрын
But I hope she's replacing those curtains. They don't reach the floor! Everything else is gorgeous!
@leighalmond4128
Жыл бұрын
She needs Alex at Billy's so to come and make some curtains for her that fit that beautiful room! I hope I got his name right the young man that's making the curtains at Billy's chateau I apologize if I didn't
@boessheila50
Жыл бұрын
Yes indeed. These folks all work hard. There is very much to do in a huge Castle like LAGORCE.
@patriciathompson350
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful! Your parents are awesome and have great taste. My daughters name is Charlotte Emma.
I'm so impressed with what Peter and Barbara have accomplished here. And how wonderful that Anna and Edd are carrying on. THis is such a delightful channel.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Lorraine xx
I knew the chateau was large, but adding in the newest renovation completely changed the scope of the property. It is massive!! It’s like a little city all it’s own! Wowza 😮
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
LOL Yes it is like a little hamlet!!! Lagorce is not an easy place to capture without being high up in a drone!!! xx
The Chateau Lagorce is beautiful and Anna and Edd your children are absolutely gorgeous .
It is amazing what Peter and Barbara achieved there. Such a stunning renovation. I admire their hard work and their taste. Anna, your vloging is really good, you are doing an amazing job.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. xx
Anna your such a great mom,wife ,daughter in-law and Freind ...your just a pleasure
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sophia xx
What a stunning place, just beautiful. Edd you have done a great job, so clever and then Mom and Dad's furniture choices are wonderful. Anna and Edd you are such lovely people and beautiful children I do hope you are able to finish your own family house and are able to keep it, you so deserve it🙏💕
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Edna, we will be back over at our place next week, we are really enjoying renovating it!! xx
@ChristineKelly1000
3 жыл бұрын
I hope you get to keep your new house Anna.
@KrisanthiaMum
3 жыл бұрын
I hope so as well. When o head you say you fell in love with is in one of you vlogs then next thing I heard you say you may not be able to keep it 😳 it broke my heart for you.
I loved the French polish look. Someday, show us how you do it, if you would please.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
We will Walter dont worry. xx
I've always wanted to see this section of the property. Your in-laws eye for detail and design is absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing their home.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Andrea. xx
Just love Chateau Lagorce..So beautifully furnished. Would love to see La Maison Du Chateau Lagorce as well..💝🎉🥂
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Not long to go now Jane. xx
Wow I love absolutely everything… except the kitchen backs place that doesn’t seem to fit but that’s nothing to change. What a beautiful place and such talented people
Ed's parents attention to detail is stunning. Their taste is exquisite! I would love to go to a Brocante or auction with them, the mother of pearl clock was gorgeous.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Claire ❤️ you are too sweet !!! They love antiques and we will see if we can arrange brocante weekends and wine weekends at least twice a year x x x
Charles is adorable - he has good posture. Wonder if he takes dance in school? Fun to see Edd's parents and their lovely living space.
Beautiful. The children have tons of room to play.
Emma with the bags and in the tiny chair was so adorable
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
She takes her bag everywhere with her. xx
Little Emma is just on the go with not one, but two bags!! Keep up...
Ohh goody 😊 Beautiful Lagorce 💕Wish I could give more than one thumbs up! 👍
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
You are a sweetheart lovely Helen ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you so much it means a lot 🥰🤗 x. X xx x
@dloadthis1617
3 жыл бұрын
This is how I give 2 thumbs up! 👍😍👍
It’s so beautiful. Anna, you did a great job there. Your love for the chateau is so obvious. I always look forward to your videos because you’re such a lovely person.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Deb! xx
Oh my. I LOVE THE VIDEOS OF THE SALON, KITCHEN AND DINNING ROOM ARE JUST GORGEOUSLY DONE. I REALLY LOVE ALL THE CEILING BEAMS!! THE CHANDELIERS, THE ANTIQUES, MIRRORS, OH MY. STUNNING. IM SURE MOST OF THE PEICES R *INVALUABLE* U PPL R SO BLESSED TO OWN THIS BEAUTIFUL CASTLE!!! THANK YOU
Anna I feel you are so wonderful...I hope they appreciate you xxxx
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. xx
I fell in love with the drapes and the wall tapestry! Also the ornate cabinet piece! Charles was so cute peeking at the camera!
Stunning transformation! Charles is so cute.
Wow, beautiful. 👍🏻👵🏻🇦🇺
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Kay. xx
This building is magnificent
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. xx
Anna, I so enjoy watching your vlogs. Of all the exquisite beauty that encapsulates and fills the chateau, additional buildings and grounds, you are by far the loveliest treasure I've seen there. Your charisma, passion and love for your family, the chateau in totality and production of these wonderful vlogs for your viewers shines the brightest! I extend my most heartfelt gratitude to you and Edd for enriching the viewing pleasure of your audience and vlogging community. Well done as always! My husband and I so appreciate you and your vlogs.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Mishi, its comments like yours that spur us on to do more vlogs. xx
I am so sorry, i am a social worker, and I must give all my love to Anna for thriving in it. Love to you Anna, you are amazing.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alicja xx
This place is stunning!! Is this where Ed’s parents live permanently? What a beautiful job you have done. I’m new to this channel so I’m trying to catch up and learn who lives where. Very impressive!!
Beautifully and magnificently done. Love everything about this Chateau.. Its pristine state evokes peace, glory and serenity. Such an accomplishment!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️ you are too sweet and kind to us !!! Really appreciate it ❤️❤️❤️ sending lots and lots of love your way Anna x x x x
Hi Edd & Anna, What a really wonderful video, Anna you always do such an amazing job of presenting, your passion for the Chateau and appreciation really shines through, you truly are a lovely lady. Peter and Barbara are such a lovely couple & it really comes through how much love and care has gone into the Chateau not just for them but the family. So much work has and is still going on & you can really tell how much it means to all of you. Love hearing Edd and his mom talk about what he talked her into getting for the kitchen. What a lovely family! So nice to see Charles & Emma, as usual it's lovely to see the children always included. Thank you for sharing, take really good care of yourselves, stay safe! Much love Kathy x (Ontario, Canada)
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all your kind words again Kathy. xx
What a gorgeous place and a lovely family!
Love Seeing what you Parents have done. Love The New Antique pieces as well, love The New Clock with The mother of pearl and Enamel inlay, love To Anna and the Children. Xx 😊
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Tina xx
Wow, wow, wow, wow, wow.
@desispiro2962
3 жыл бұрын
Poor Anna, her in-laws are not the warmest of people!
the chateau is stunning and everything sits well inside. By this i mean for example those lovely light fittings they hang at just the right height with the backdrop behind of the iron railing that matches it perfectly as if they were made at the same time. the other fitments are in reasonably good condition and i am sure Barbara can breath magic on them . Eds parents have the magic touch , everywhere so stunningly and lovingly restored and i understand it would have been hours and hours and months and months and years of hard work
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your kind words Vanessa, it was a long hard slog to get things to where they are today!! xx
The red fabric on the chairs are so stunning!
You never fail to deliver a wonderful vlog. Full of treasures and memories shared with family . Thankyou ♥️♥️♥️
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jason. You never fail to post a beautiful comment xx
What they’ve done both property and antiques are exquisite.
wow, love la maison! It would be really cool to see floor plans for the chateau and la maison. And going to auctions and borcantes with Barbara and Peter would be really neat, to see what catches their eye after 20 years of searches!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Jill its great fun when we go to auctions with them from time to time!! There is a floorplan of parts of the chateau on our website... www.frenchweddingchateau.com
Thank you so much for sharing this part of your beautiful estate.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure Allan xx
Charles is a beautiful young boy.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jan xx
Such a magical place for Charles and little Emma to grow up. Lovely to meet Edd’s parents. Mary
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mary it is. xx
Lovely reno! I love all the antiques. The clock is beautiful!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Susan. xx
Oh it’s absolutely gorgeous 💗💗💗
Lovely, large living quarters and so beautifully done. Well done all.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. xx
What a lovely home!
Lovely place, Ed's parents have excellent taste..Really nice couple xxx
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Susanne xx
The chateau is beautiful. Your in-laws are definitely talented!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Michele xx
That clock is beautiful, the whole place is gorgeous. 💖💖💖
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Betty. xx
The cutest grandparents in the world - and what a stunnig and super tasty home. Love it ;-)) Mon dieu
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much tom! 😊 xx
Beautiful place I could sit on that terrace all day and enjoy the views
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Jerry - it is a beautiful terrace. xx
Fabulous to see Barbara and Peters home, so nice for the children to be able to nip next door to see their grandparents xxx I wish mine lived nearer. We haven’t seen our Grandson for over a year as our daughter lives in northern Spain. Can’t wait to be able to travel x
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Cherie it had been 9 months so we know how you feel... the kids were really missing them!! I'm sure it wont be long before you can travel again. xx
@cheriesharp234
3 жыл бұрын
@@BordeauxLife Do Barbara and Peter not live next door permanently? I just assumed they were camera shy and that’s why we hadn’t seen them before. Anyway it must be lovely for you all to get to see each other xxx
This is going to be incredibly stylish and warm when Ed’s parents complete it. You all have incredible taste in design and furnishing. Thank you for sharing with us Anna.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Kerry ❤️ for watching and your kindness it means a lot ❤️❤️❤️
Anna, I can't even begin to tell you how much I look forward to my Bordeaux Life escape! Charles is adorable! I love the red chairs in your in laws lounge. Emma and her little bags! Gorgeous clock!! Everything...........just lovely!!!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Kathy, as always such a kind comment. xx
Adore the eclecticism of the building design and it's interior decoration. All quite sophisticated.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. xx
Can wait..Anna.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
You are too sweet lovely Susan ❤️ see you real soon x x x
Can you imagine growing up in a Chatue as a child. How normal it all must be!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
It is, even we find things normal now, its sad in a way as we can both remember being shocked by the grandeur of everything. xx
OMG ... what a beautiful place love it..
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Robert. xx
It’s a lovely home, nice and spacious. I would love to have a home with space like that, it is so calming and uncluttered. That is a lovely fireplace and to get the best out of it I would want to place it in the center. That way it would provide the best distribution of heat and the beauty of the fireplace could be admired from all sides.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sarah you are too kind ! It is such a beautiful place and space ❤️ I remember the 1st time I saw that fireplace and I feel in love with it and Barbara loved it as much ! It is such a beautiful feature ❤️❤️❤️ I can’t wait until it is lit up for the 1st time x x x
What a lovely home. Your mother in law Anna has a great eye and flair for decorating her home. A real eclectic mixture but somehow it really works.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sharon. xx
Stunning! And I also loved the clock with the Mother of Pearl inlay. 💝🥳 Have a wonderful week...and to all. xx
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Moira xx
Revisiting this vlog again I'd forgotten how beautiful it is.
Such a beautiful home, thank you for sharing it. Charles and Emma are adorable, love seeing them in the vlogs.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mary, so glad you enjoy watching the vlogs. xx
Charles is too cute saluting and standing at attention.
That red material on the furniture is absolutely gorgeous
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
thank you
Wow!, wow!, wow! This place is stunning! Those antique collections are exquisite. Emma is so adorable on that chair plus carrying the hand bags😍.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🤗 xx
What a interesting and great vlog. Peter and Barbara have great taste and are excellent finders of the right things at Brocantes and at Auction. Credit must also go to Ed for the tremendous amount of building work he must have done.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much lovely Val ❤️ you are too kind it means a lot x x x Edd has done so much work and transformed this place ❤️ We are going to do some more work there soon and we can’t wait to share it with you x x x
Wow! So beautiful. Thank you for your amazing video’s. I adore you and Ed. You two are so good together. Xx
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much lovely❤️ Eleni ❤️ you are too sweet and kind to us ❤️❤️❤️ Sending lots and lots of love ❤️ your way Anna x x x Ps: φιλάκια πολλά
@eleniantoniou534
3 жыл бұрын
@@BordeauxLife ❤️❤️❤️ And many kisses to you too Anna. 🥰
What a beautiful house . How lovely to have a look round .
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Sandra xx
Extraordinary!
OMG1 What a grand adventure for a child! You all are amazing!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Albert. xx
Little Charles reminds me a lot of my grandson Finn -although Finn is 10 next week. Dark hair -thin and sweet young man.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Diane, thats cute. xx
What a joy watching all your videos. I love your vlog, thank you for sharing. I spent many years in the luxury hotel event business as a planner and I’m looking forward to the time when you can once again host weddings. I would love to see how you plan your events at the chateau, from start to finish! Keep up the great work, and thank you, to you and Ed and your family.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Paul... dont worry as soon as we start up Edd will be following me as I run our wedding events!! xx
Such a beautiful Maison. So impressed with the work and the details, esp. the exterior insulation in the upper room (mezzanine?). Edd mentioned it in passing and I replayed it several times because I was so impressed. The kitchen is magnificent; that's a cook's kitchen! I love the electric outlets in such easily available spots. And, the alternating colors on the ceilings is a surprise; that decorating aspect draws attention up to the height of the room. It's like a cathedral to food and more than a kitchen. I admire Barbara to the Nth degree for her clarity of vision and risk-taking. Blending antiques with modern design is a challenge for many designers. I've worked with a few who want to paint everything instead of achieving that balance. This channel is one of my favorites. Thank you.
What a lovely spot for a summer home. I always wondered about that unit when I watched the aerial shots.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you. xx
Lovely video. Thank you for sharing. ❤️
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
You are welcome Cathy. xx
wow what a stunning place the furniture is beautiful. The views are so scenic it is a fantastic place .Loved watching MERCI Edd and Anna for sharing
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
You are more than welcome annette xx
@annettesharrock1236
3 жыл бұрын
@@BordeauxLife 🥰
It's stunning Anna, and so lovely for Edds parents to have their own space within the chateau grounds. X
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sarah xx
Beautiful furniture and so many unique pieces. Amazed by the size of all the rooms. Nowadays new houses and apartments have such super small Ving spaces / rooms, you need to get out of the space to be able to change your mind... 😅. Ed's parents started the rescue process, but I can see your love for the chateau is equal and you are the right people to take the chateau to the next generation. Thank you for sharing.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Helena ❤️ for watching your kindness and lovely words it means a lot ❤️❤️❤️ They did start it all and if it hadn’t been for them we wouldn’t be where we are x x x We love ❤️ renovating x x x
Absolutely love you all! Such a beautiful family! Very talented people ♥️😙
The outlaws have a truly beautiful home! Precious people too.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Amanda. xx
Ok Edward I’m not sure about that backsplash!!!🤣 But I see now it’s on the property, not connected. Anna your a sweetheart!!! Love your channel !!
I like how you include the children, unlike other Chateau vlogs. It is a refreshing spice of life.
The home of Ed's parents is spectacular they have an incredible eye for beauty and the love of saving beautiful pieces. Anna you did a wonderful job of asking key questions and explaining to us the meaning behind the choices Ed's parents made for this beautiful home. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I better go because it is WINE O'CLOCK HERE
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Debi, so glad you enjoyed the vlog, can't get in the way of wine o clock!!! xx
So so beautiful the things you guys have been doing. Just amazing home! LOVE you guys... LOVE from Chicago
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Cheryl you are too kind ❤️ sending lots of love your way Anna x. X x
in laws place so nice, so much work. I love their energy. just so you kow the sound was very low when you were talking to father in law.
it was lovely to see your parents! may I send them my best wishes for the future and wish you all a lovey time in Bordeaux! that was utterly delightful to watch! 😊
The salon is absolutely gorgeous. Anna
I love the contrast of all the old and then a slightly more modern kitchen, the whole place feels so light with the wonderful yellow stone! Looking forward to seeing it being worked on! Xx
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Beth xx
What a lovely family. Love seeing all the furniture & everything else purchased at the local shops.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Chris. xx
It’s all buteful
There is so many beautiful things I would be happy everytime I walked in there.
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you xx
Such beautiful work and furniture. The clocks and tapestries are stunning. Can't wait to see it finished. You guys are so talented and have great taste and style. 😍❤🌞😎😘
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Rosemarie xx
Stunning x
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Cassandra xx
Such a beautiful place!!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Mary ❤️❤️❤️🤗
@maryellenbruneau7528
3 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!!! My dream one day is to own my own chateau!!! ❤️❤️🥰🥰
beautiful!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you xx
Brill vlog, really enjoyed watching. Little Charles is a sweetheart. Edds double xxx ❤️
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Lisa ❤️ you are too kind x x x He definitely is mini Daddy 😎❤️🥰
@lw7240
3 жыл бұрын
@@BordeauxLifeboth the kids are adorable. Your a lovely family. Edds parents are delightful. You've all worked so hard. Very very impressive and beautiful chateau. Much love Lisa xx ❤️ 😘 😍💕
Wow ! What a beautiful restoration for Ed's parents. No wonder the chateau is beautiful they have a good eye for detail . The furniture and the clocks are stunning. Thanks for sharing Anna x
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Irene. xx
So beautiful,thanks for sharing 🥰
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for visiting xx
Looking forward to this. Love Anna and Ed x
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Judith, hope you enjoy it. xx
All so beautiful.
Love everything, tapestry is gorgeous!!! Thank you for sharing.!!! Have a blessed week!!!
@BordeauxLife
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You too! xx