Keys To Our Château - Journey to the Château, Ep. 27

In this week's episode, Patrick and Stuart have returned from a week in France where they attended a closing meeting and received the keys to their chateau. They share some details of exploring their chateau as well as providing an update on packing up in the United States.
Join Patrick and Stuart on their journey to find a neglected, forgotten, or crumbling château in France, and then continue to follow them as they work on its restoration, rénovation, decoration, and furnishing. Along the way, they will also create and share videos on their preparation for having gîtes for guests, and an event venue in their chateau (wedding, birthday, anniversary, organization or club meetings, retreats, etc.).
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  • @eileencronk7520
    @eileencronk7520 Жыл бұрын

    You got an orchard! Your garden is half way done. Have you collapsed in exhaustion and just cried in happiness? It’s amazing how emotionally invested I feel with you, your pups and the château. Best of everything to you all!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Eileen! 💕

  • @markstephens4202
    @markstephens42022 жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to following your new adventure, Good Luck Guys!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Mark! 💕🥰💕

  • @gayejani350
    @gayejani3502 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations fellas! I’ve watched you off and on in your journey. Now that you have finally found your chateau, I shall faithfully be watching your vlogs and see how you turn the place into your forever home. Incredible history and so lucky that you have all the history to go with it. You have your work cut out for you! Such fun!🥰🇨🇦

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Gayle. We are thrilled. I’m in our former home. We are leaving tomorrow and it is overwhelming. Hugs to tou

  • @machellep1
    @machellep12 жыл бұрын

    Well all the rooms are yours, so rotate..lol different view for every season. Best thing Is you have the rest of your life to decide.

  • @dorothyreynolds2178
    @dorothyreynolds21782 жыл бұрын

    so glad you arrived safely and the dogs are safe and happy.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    thank you! 🥰

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Dorothy. 🥰. Dogs own the place. They are so happy there. Hugs

  • @juliemooney4115
    @juliemooney41152 жыл бұрын

    Dog travel story is better than "Best in Show"...hilarious...

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Love Best in Show! And that was some stress. 😂🥰😂

  • @juliemooney4115

    @juliemooney4115

    2 жыл бұрын

    "God loves a terrier"

  • @bradg7373
    @bradg73732 жыл бұрын

    Dogs must be like, “holy crap all brand new scents. This is freaking GREAT!”. Hahaha Good Luck to you both.

  • @betteurbain7911

    @betteurbain7911

    2 жыл бұрын

    There was a GSD in the photos of the chateau when it was for sale--Patrick and Stuart showed these in previous vlogs. I wonder did the dogs know where the stairs were because of following the previous dog's scent?

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Brad. Yes, they owned the chateau after 1 day. They love the upstairs bedrooms and have jet lag like us. So they just go upstairs and nap. Awesome. Love your comment. Thank you. 🐕💗🐕

  • @susanneking2524
    @susanneking25242 жыл бұрын

    I was cracking up about the shopping and 2 hour lunch! It’s so true, also get to the Boulanger before noon or all the bread is gone and the shop is closed. 😁

  • @pv6450
    @pv64502 жыл бұрын

    Good luck with your final bits. I am sure you will be sleeping for a week!!! Congratulations!!

  • @CuriousCalligrapher
    @CuriousCalligrapher2 жыл бұрын

    What a nerve wracking trip!! I'd have been equally worried about the dogs! And yes, people were wonderful to you! I had a security guard at a Burger King in Ireland let me use his phone, to call home & say we'd arrived safely because my cell phone carrier charged us for international access that did not work! People can be lovely!

  • @jillphillips3227
    @jillphillips32272 жыл бұрын

    Oh my word! Dreams coming true right before our eyes! Well done! Good luck on Phase 2 of your move tot he chateau! As for a tablecloth for that huge dining room table, I can help you out there! I do custom work in linen! Tablecloths, napkins, curtains, french blinds, sheets, cases, etc.......also still have my connection with many Russian linen mills from my days of importing linen from there to the US. Early days but not a problem for a table that size!!!! So happy for you both....and the pups! Carry on, rejoicing!

  • @katrinatoland7553
    @katrinatoland75532 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations you two adorable boys. I am abit late to the party....so sorry boys Love ,happiness and prosperity on your amazing journey XXX Thankyou Patrick and Stuart ,exciting times ahead XXX

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for making me smile. I had not the energy, not the time to respond yet. Love your comment. Hugs

  • @katrinatoland7553

    @katrinatoland7553

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 💙💙

  • @jacquipierce5558
    @jacquipierce55582 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! You've landed and arrived at your destination by the time you read this. I'm so happy for y'all. WOW! I'm so excited about all the wonderful discoveries you're going to make as you go through the trunks (I'm imagining beautiful, well preserved period clothing, maybe some forgotten pieces of beautiful jewelry), hidden nooks and centuries of papers. The most important thing you both need to do is take care of yourselves, health-wise, and set reasonable deadlines, do as I say not do as I do, 🤣. Looking forward to seeing y'all again as you journey through this wonderful adventure. Exciting times and much joy is ahead for y'all. with best wishes for much joy and success.

  • @kathyvick2710
    @kathyvick27102 жыл бұрын

    Patrick……I loved your “Oy” comment! Glad your fur babies made it ok. That table is EPIC!! I think decorating it for the holidays will look fabulous. Looking forward to seeing you guys renovating and decorating the chateau. 👍🏻🐶🙏

  • @paulettefelix7206
    @paulettefelix72062 жыл бұрын

    Bonjour wish you two the best

  • @susanfabian1521
    @susanfabian15212 жыл бұрын

    Wednesday, Thursday, then Friday! Goodbye Chicago, hello France & chateau life 🏰 💕

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    😘🥰😘

  • @tomtombird2329
    @tomtombird23292 жыл бұрын

    Hallöööchen Patrick & Stuart, habe mit euch mitgefiebert u. im Geiste Umzugskartons geschleppt ;-)) Das ist das spannendste Projekt ever - noch seid ihr "jung" (grins).... Wir haben ja nur dies eine Leben u. ihr macht das absolut Richitge. Es ist schön, euch dabei begleiten zu können. Habe immer noch ein Dauergrinsen im Gesicht. Seid beide umarmt - TOM

  • @susanwells1113
    @susanwells11132 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations guys!🍾 HERE YOU GO🥂🇫🇷! Love from 🇨🇦

  • @Cenepk101
    @Cenepk1012 жыл бұрын

    My LOVES !!!!! I have missed you !!!!

  • @ginny736
    @ginny7362 жыл бұрын

    I had forgotten how stunning the wrought iron staircase handrail was! I need to go back to your earlier vlog when you toured the chateau and watch it again. How awesome that the owners left you so many fantastic pieces. You have so much fun in store for you for many, many years and I’m SO excited for you! Hugs! 🥰 Oh! I just realized you fly out tomorrow! Woo hoo!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Oh thank you!, Ginny! 🥰

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Ginny. I am seriously behind in answering. We arrived at the chateau at 3:45 am after being on the road/flight for almost 40 hours. Empty and exhausted but happy and finally staring the new chapter. I love that staircase. Glad you like it too. Yes, the owners left some amazing stuff for us. A car is today’s goal. 😳🥰😳

  • @lesley2110
    @lesley21102 жыл бұрын

    I love how generous you both are with your personal journey.........keep it coming!.....Can’t wait for the next vid of when you are back in France for good.......All The Best 😍

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Leslie. Next week is completely crunch time and then we can take a week off and just spend time with my parents and our dogs. Maybe a few fences for the little. Ouster’s. 🐕😘🐕

  • @stephaniegaromon3244
    @stephaniegaromon32442 жыл бұрын

    I love your chats and this remarkable journey you’re on. Buying new appliances, a bed, linens make your daily living so much easier as you navigate your way through turning the chateau into your home. I love hearing about the kindness of the people helping you with your purchases. I’m glad the dogs had a good journey and have acclimated to their new home well. I can’t wait to watch as you you begin your lives in France!!! Be safe on your travels. -Stephanie

  • @kimstclair1879
    @kimstclair18792 жыл бұрын

    Hi Patrick and Stuart greetings from Melbourne where it's very cold and frosty this morning. Glad that part 1 of your trip went well and the picture of your darling digo resting on the rug was beautiful. Bit of a bother not being able to take the for dogs in one trip. It's going to be a very eventful and emotional last week for you, remember to breathe and stop and take a moment , everything as they say will come out in the way for you. Be kind to yourselves, thinking of you and sending best wishes, thanks for the insights and lovely vlog cheers Kim 😊👩‍💼❤

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    This last week is indeed emotional. I cannot tell you how much I cried because I will miss our neighbors and friends. Saying goodbye is hard. Be safe and hugs from me

  • @kimstclair1879

    @kimstclair1879

    2 жыл бұрын

    Tears are good it means that what you left and are going to is really special, hugs from Melbourne ❤❤👩‍💼😊

  • @heathermcrobert9779
    @heathermcrobert97792 жыл бұрын

    Oooooh this is going to be good. The trunks are going to be fun. Best to you both. ps.. don't forget to decide what can be done inside in the winter and what can be done outside in the summer for all your renovations. xx

  • @janewoolley7852
    @janewoolley78522 жыл бұрын

    I could listen to you two for hours! You are great entertainment!! And I adore how you love your beautiful dogs 🐕

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Jane!

  • @sprivate1333
    @sprivate13332 жыл бұрын

    well this happened faaaaaaaast... last I knew you were putting the house on the market and packing and poof! you're in France. congratulations! wishing you many years of love an non stop giggles in your new home and as the current custodian, you'll weave memories and foot prints on the chateau for future generations one day. What a lucky Chateau. many blessing fellas. so happy you're sharing your journey with us!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️. It was so fast. Now, exhausted and jet lagged we are going to buy a car. 😳👍🏻

  • @deniereynolds6119
    @deniereynolds61192 жыл бұрын

    Eek 😬 you did it! So so exciting for you all. I bet your Mom was so happy to have you with her on Mother’s Day. I hope you loved on her as often as possible. 🤗 The journey to the Château is almost complete. Then the Journey AT the Chateau will begin. Love you guys. Save a place for me at the table…..

  • @betteurbain7911

    @betteurbain7911

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hmm should I get a $20 coffee mug before the name changes?

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @norcal0076
    @norcal00762 жыл бұрын

    Woot Woot🎉💥

  • @barbnemitz6923
    @barbnemitz69232 жыл бұрын

    Good lord, no wonder you didn't post a video last week. You have such a good attitude about everything, even the setbacks. It is a pleasure to watch all of this unfold. I am a big china / dish person, so am so excited that they left all of these things for you. I love beautiful dishes, and France has made some of the best.

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Barb. We too love china and all kinds of dishes. We try to deal with the obstacles as best as we can. Hard sometimes but we will make it! 🥰💖🥰 we cannot wait to be able to start going to brocantes and find some China and furniture. 💖🥰💖

  • @barbnemitz6923

    @barbnemitz6923

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 You are so lucky. I have watched Stephanie shop at her local thrift store and cannot believe the prices on dishes and furniture. It would be twice much here in Iowa.

  • @PortugalaGals
    @PortugalaGals2 жыл бұрын

    Chatelaines! Yes! I absolutely love your wonderful attitude to your stewardship and the restoration to glory of a rather magnificent Baronetcy (yes, I know that probably isn't what the whole Château would be called but it does sound grand enough for your new home). 😁 Love you guys. 🌹🏡🍾🥂 Congratulations again.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    We love your kindness. Hugs

  • @carolesmith6620
    @carolesmith66202 жыл бұрын

    Good luck in your new chateau, can not wait for the changes you are both going to make congratulations to you both x🌼🌼😊🤗

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Carol. We are excited! Hugs. 💖🥰💖

  • @jennistevenson796
    @jennistevenson7962 жыл бұрын

    Ooh exciting day xx

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. 💕🥰💕

  • @karenmccarthy8017
    @karenmccarthy80172 жыл бұрын

    Been wondering how you were getting on! Can't wait to hear!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    🥰💖🥰

  • @DownButNotOutYet
    @DownButNotOutYet2 жыл бұрын

    Good morning Patrick & Stuart, so, your journey has begun, and it sounds marvellous to me. Today is Thursday, this could be the "D" day of leaving US of A! Your new home sounds absolutely intriguing what an adventure awaits you. How wonderful of be able to get all that information about the History of the Chateau. What a treasure! See, all the things you have donated, now the owners have left you some stuff to use and enjoy hopefully. We always reap what we sow. The dog looks quite contented on the rug, animals are just so reassuring in their behaviour. It would be lovely to share your Journey to the Chateau in future videos, cannot wait to see what creative things you are going to do. A grand legacy to leave behind will be your personal experience of buying and restoring the building and outbuildings. One aspect I am so happy to see, you both are so much more relaxed and happy, all the great concern is settled which is good health wise. It is also very pleasing when in the foreign Country and you have super people to advise and instruct which are better options. I am sure you would be back to that outlet in future to support them even more. I hope and trust on the days of removal and arrival the weather will be kind to you all and that the goods can get carried into the Chateau without rain, snow and mud. Looking forward to the drone shots. Be richly blessed, be happy and content. Kind regards.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! ❤️

  • @susandewolfe4876
    @susandewolfe48762 жыл бұрын

    Bravo!!!!! You need to get an archivist to document all your papers. Anna and Phillip from How to Renovate a Chateau had a volunteer who took professional photographs of their papers. If you happen to have 2 extra bedside tables please remember that Ash and Terry from Lalachelle are searching for a pair. Your Chateau is very very lucky to have you both as its new custodians/owners! It will be wonderful when you have all your family together ( humans and puppies). Cheers from Toronto!

  • @valslater3001
    @valslater30012 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for an amazing vlog and taking the time to share your journey with us even through the stressful times. Hang on in there the end or new beginning is now in touching distance and so exciting. It's fabulous that the ex owners have left additional things behind for you , what fun you will have working your way through these. Especially glad to see the documents - what an archive and so appropriate that they remain with the chateau. Looking forward to sharing the next steps with you and fingers crossed that all your organisation works over the next few days and everything goes smoothly.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Val! 💕💕

  • @peterwhite9261
    @peterwhite92612 жыл бұрын

    Just loved the opening of this vlog. Fabulous graphics. Too bad you couldn't take the 4 dogs but great that 2 made it safely. When those 2 reunite with the others it will be a joyful time. The place sounds exciting with lots of projects. Glad you got some shopping done and had a great Mother's day with your mom after so long. Get your address out cause people will be sending you lots. I would love to visit but I will just have to settle with looking forward to your vlogs. Congratulations on being chateau owners. Let the gatherings begin! Pace yourselves and don't work too hard. Abiento!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Peter! 😀👍

  • @roberthossen8354
    @roberthossen83542 жыл бұрын

    Mes Seigneurs, my sincere congratulations on the definite ownership of your new abode, your very own Château! Enjoy it thoroughly!!!

  • @ladyonlay7802
    @ladyonlay78022 жыл бұрын

    Hello fellas! Good to see you again! It won’t be long now! I’m so excited for both of you & looking forward to many fun DIY vlogs. I’m sure you’re punch list will get longer & longer- just enjoy the journey. I’d be into really learning all about the history of the chateau if I could read French! I am a descendant of King Henry IV of France & his mistress Gabrielle d’Estrees. Read about them their story is amazing! Take care & see you next time! Cheers from Alabama! Linda

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much!!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    How amazing. We both love history. We read some of the correspondence from the 1930s. Even a letter to the baron from his dentist. 🥰😘🥰.

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray44502 жыл бұрын

    I'm so happy I found you and look forward to your journey! I live in British Columbia, Canada and I follow the lives of several chateau owners and it's amazing how much I feel a part of your lives! Now I've found you as well and this makes me so happy!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ☺️. Glad you are part of our crazy journey. 😘🥰😘

  • @helanalurie9962
    @helanalurie99622 жыл бұрын

    Appreciate that you shared this video with us. Soooo glad you got a bigger (longer) bed! Goodness, the both of you and 2 dogs are definitely a bit too tight for a standard bed! (Our pitties love to sleeping on our bed , but at night they need to sleep on their own beds cause it really is impossible to have a good night's rest on a queen size bed! (Wish we had more room for a bigger bed, then they could have slept with us. I believe you haven't lived and experienced peace if you haven't shared your bed with your dog(s)/pets. Glad you got all the other appliances, bedding etc and that you received such great service from the French! The bakery nearby sounds so lovely!!! Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked bread and real butter!! You mentioned before you have a cheese factory nearby: wine, bread and cheese, what more do you need? 😁 Cant wait to see more video of the Chateau on the inside and outsjde. (If I bought a Chateau I would have been so excited that I would not be able to sleep at night, especially cause you haven't been in all the outbuildings as yet!! Oh, and all those documents you mentioned are soooo exciting! Wow, you bought a large dining table fit for a chateau ! Think you will have to make you own table cloth, don't know where you will find such large table cloths! Hope somebody can sew!!!! May you be blessed in every possible way on your new yourney in your new home! Till next time!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Helana! ❤️

  • @pineconedefense1280
    @pineconedefense12802 жыл бұрын

    What a great update and you look so happy! Your brief comment on the local boulangerie completely validated our entire decision to move to France! We loved your expressions when discussing the "Tuscan effect" in the kitchen. It will be interesting to see what choices you make in the end. Best wishes for your flight back and getting all your pups over! We have so many packing questions! How did you decide what needed to be crated or not (aside from chandeliers)?

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Actually the movers told us what they recommend for crates. Mostly large items that had glass elements (like the top of the secretary). Thank you Soren & Vida!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Well, we will be happy to welcome you. Contact us….. 🥰

  • @pineconedefense1280

    @pineconedefense1280

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 Just need our visas! Good luck you two :-)

  • @edwardulrich1515
    @edwardulrich15152 жыл бұрын

    It's all official...congratulations! Best wishes for a great life in France. May your belongings arrive in good condition. I would like to see all the chatelains you mentioned at your expansive table... what fun that would be.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @garyproctor7385
    @garyproctor73852 жыл бұрын

    And the fun starts💗

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Spot on Gary! Can’t wait to take down some wallpaper! 💗💖💗

  • @cliffhorman6846
    @cliffhorman68462 жыл бұрын

    You both look like you could do with a nice rest once the move is over before you do anything. Moving the dogs!!! I know how stressful and upsetting it can be. But soon you will all be together and happy. So much exploring you have done already. he semi walled garden!! WOW, what a find, congratulations guys. The extendable table, I would love that. Do good to entertain formally or casually. Even take it outside. The historical documents I would love to spend days reading. It's fascinating. I could go on, But sadly I am full of COVIT right now and need to rest. As ever guys you are a breath of fresh air. 😘 😘

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    We love hearing from you. Thank you, Cliff! 🥰

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    We are completely exhausted. Finally got our dogs settled. In 12 hours our neighbor will pick us up. We will fly with 2 boys and the remaining 5 will be sent via animal Transport for $7,000. Then there is the customs agent. Another &$1,300. We have our darling friend Doris who organized our transport to the chateau. With all dogs. It’s midnight. Hugs and I cannot wait to meet you.

  • @cliffhorman6846

    @cliffhorman6846

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 How wonderful... Finally home, wonderful. Its so exciting, but such an ordeal. And so expensive. But, what can we do. I honestly want to meet you guys as well. It will be easy good company, I will love it. I have tested my twin and I again for covit today. His was negative and mine is still positive. But, we are both feeling pretty good. I only have mild symptoms now. It was a hideous ordeal though and made me so weak to be honest. Cant wait to see your next Vlog. Its always such a thrill and always makes me smile without fail and excites me. Take care guys😘😘

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@cliffhorman6846 Please feel better soon! We have a dear friend (sheila who watched our dogs) who was vaccinated but got COVID. Took her 2 weeks. And she is a very healthy woman. Also an accounting director for a multi billion $ company.......) It is incredibly expensive, especially now. Dod transport went from $4,000 to almost $7,000 due to gas prices. However, as long as they arrive safe and healthy, we are happy. Hug to you and your twin.

  • @glenismunro7054
    @glenismunro70542 жыл бұрын

    Loved your video You are both very entertaining to watch. Love to see your dogs Safe travels to France. Watching down in NSW AUSTRALIA 🇦🇺

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @vaughandickinson4032
    @vaughandickinson40322 жыл бұрын

    Hi there. Just seen the vlog. So happy for you, that you are over the first hurdle. You signed for the house, fantastic, good news. It may not seem like it to you, but to us it seems like its happened so quick. Good luck with last bit of the packing and just in another week you will be there. You are living out so many peoples dreams, mine included. Really pleased for you both.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks so much! 😊

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    👍🏻😍👍🏻

  • @mariannewilliams6566
    @mariannewilliams65662 жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to your journey through the Chateau good luck

  • @robbiemoriarty7499
    @robbiemoriarty74992 жыл бұрын

    Sooooo Exciting!!!

  • @elizabethmckelvie5418
    @elizabethmckelvie54182 жыл бұрын

    This is going to be some journee

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    It sure is. Thank you Elizabeth. 💖🥰💖

  • @susanfabian1521
    @susanfabian15212 жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to seeing your new home 🏰

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    💕💗💕

  • @lbuffc
    @lbuffc2 жыл бұрын

    You all are amazing! What you have achieved in the last little while is incredible!! I cannot wait to see you and your puppies at your new “home”!

  • @maryellenkrause7126
    @maryellenkrause71262 жыл бұрын

    Just found your site. Look forward to your new life in France.

  • @carolworsley1015
    @carolworsley10152 жыл бұрын

    The excitement is building hope you have a great final trip. Cannot wait to see that magnificent table extended and set !! xxxxx

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Carol. I’m with you. Can’t wait to see the table fully extended! Thank you for your kind wishes. Hopefully, next week all goes well. Hugs. 🥰💖🥰

  • @paulstjean8035

    @paulstjean8035

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 That table will be amazing when set up image all the family and friends and associates that will fit around the table

  • @cgannis2251
    @cgannis22512 жыл бұрын

    Love the “trunk of the week “ idea!

  • @lawrencebaker2318
    @lawrencebaker23182 жыл бұрын

    Oh, you guys!! I have tears of happiness for you! The orchard, alone, is almost worth it all!!! The paper records in the library! The trunks of mystery! These might be a good winter projects. So exciting!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Larry! ❤️

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau9452

    @patrickjourneytothechateau9452

    2 жыл бұрын

    How is life treating you? So happy that you are happy! The peaches are coming. Not a lot. Trees are overgrown and older. The plum tree is loaded although 2/3 are dead….. We have a huge fig tree. There were a few figs coming. I thought it was disappointing. However, out of the blue there are hundreds of little figs coming. I see chutney and marmalade in my future! The records are very fascinating. Mostly contracts of land sales and purchases. Wedding contracts too. Just no photos or drawings. And you are right, those will be great winter projects. We have an electrician here now. We know our limitations and electrical with at 220 W is not my field. It will be a huge expense including hiding wire under the plaster……. I’ll email you with more details. 😘

  • @susancollado5290
    @susancollado52902 жыл бұрын

    💕Congratulations to you both on officially becoming the proud new owners of the Château de Colombe💕

  • @margaretmichelsen766
    @margaretmichelsen7662 жыл бұрын

    The excitement mounts!

  • @maryjanekolesar8325
    @maryjanekolesar8325 Жыл бұрын

    Sounds like you ticked most of your Must Haves and Wish List, congratulations! I'm amazed that they didn't paint but put up plain coloured wallpaper.

  • @gertrudwieser7979
    @gertrudwieser79792 жыл бұрын

    Herzlichen Glückwunsch zum Kauf Ihres wundervollen Schlosses !! Hoffentlich werden Ihre Wünsche und Erwartungen für Ihr zukünftiges Leben als „châtelains“ wahr! Ich freue mich auf jeden Fall darauf , dank Ihrer Vlogs,an Ihrem Abenteuer teilhaben zu können. Danke dafür! Beim Erwerb von Haushaltgeräten , Elektro- Werkzeugen etc. ist es immer wichtig vor dem Kauf nach dem „ service après vente „ zu fragen, damit man ein defektes Gerät auch zur Reparatur bringen kann oder ein Fachmann nach Hause kommt ( Waschmaschine etc), und die Geräte innerhalb nützlicher Frist repariert wierden. Rasentraktoren, Rasenmäher etc die einen regelmässigen Service benötigen ( Ölwechsel….) kauft man am besten im Fachhandel und nicht bei einer grossen Ladenkette, da diese eigene Mechaniker haben. In Frankreich ( und auch in der Schweiz, England, Deutschland….) sind die guten Handwerker im Moment über Monate ausgebucht und die Beschaffung von gewissen Bauteilen ist sehr mühsam und mit langen Wartefristen verbunden. Wenn Sie also im Herbst/ Winter einen Handwerker brauchen, dann wäre es nicht schlecht, schon jetzt nach einem zu suchen….

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Vielen Dank und die Wartezeiten für Handwerker sind Lang. Herzlichen Dank für die gluten Wünsche und die Olsen Ratschläge. Herzliche Grüsse.

  • @carolelliott6833
    @carolelliott68332 жыл бұрын

    Congrats to the new Keepers of the Chateau de Colombe! Looked like the roses and irises were welcoming you to your new home. Glad the pups learned their way around so quickly. They can show the others around when they get there!!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Carol! 🥰❤️

  • @rochellenagel3898
    @rochellenagel38982 жыл бұрын

    Love trunk of the week!!!!

  • @wayneNtampa
    @wayneNtampa2 жыл бұрын

    Kind of makes a nice ocean voyage on a steamer with all the dogs seem like a good idea!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    So true

  • @lundworks9901
    @lundworks99012 жыл бұрын

    While traveling through Wisconsin we noted the wayside rests alternated between human bathrooms & dog-walk areas, but never both at the same rest stop.

  • @vincentminor1638
    @vincentminor16382 жыл бұрын

    I am so excited for you guys. I shall live vicariously through you on this amazing adventure. 🌹🌹🌹❤🌹🌹🌹

  • @ScouseAndy71
    @ScouseAndy712 жыл бұрын

    "The Adventures Within The Chateau" begins! 😀👍

  • @valariebresee4450
    @valariebresee44502 жыл бұрын

    Welcome back . I could listen to you both all day so happy for you .Isn't it nice there are still nice people out there. My favorite words are BE KIND TO EVERYONE ,AND THE WORLD WILL BE A BETTER PLACE .

  • @creativecottage6137
    @creativecottage61372 жыл бұрын

    Your cracking me up! Your buzzing and rightly so, what fun your going to have I’m excited for you both. x

  • @janegendreau484
    @janegendreau4842 жыл бұрын

    OMG, so very good to see you, Patrick and Stuart!! Have been anxiously awaiting this 🎥 to hear about your recent, hectic trip to Germany and the chateau!! This time next week you will be on your way to your 🆕 home!! So exciting!! Thanks so much for catching us 🆙!! Blessings and Safe travels until we see you again!! Praying the final two babies do really well on the flight!!!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Jane. It sure is hectic! It is coming in fast and we are so not ready. Packing like crazy, organizing for people to pick up things. Oh my. Thank you for your kindness. 🥰💖🥰

  • @nancymayol8263
    @nancymayol82632 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations on making the first part of your dream a reality!!! Now enjoy the process and take us with you during your adventures. I can already see you visiting Stephanie at Chateau Lalande and hosting her and Phillip at Chateau Colombe in the near future!! 🥰

  • @paean109
    @paean1092 жыл бұрын

    Oh gosh. Just listening to what you went through for your flight made my anxiety rise.. Man, this kind of stuff sure would test your relationship... Sending a virtual hug for you both.. Thank you for keeping us up to date.

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. We feel so much better being here and having everyone here. Loved the hug. We are exhausted and jet lagged but really happy. 😘🥰😘

  • @0210rokvist
    @0210rokvist2 жыл бұрын

    I cannot believe you have the energi to post this. What an incredible and exastic journey. You are doing great. Love the small bed with 2 dogs. You are the best.

  • @sunnyd3368
    @sunnyd33682 жыл бұрын

    How wonderful!!!! Everything will fall into place just as it should. Thank you for taking us with you. 🥳🥂🍾

  • @Cenepk101
    @Cenepk1012 жыл бұрын

    Oh MY GOODNESS

  • @JetteBell-cs6nb
    @JetteBell-cs6nb3 ай бұрын

    Just watched this episode again. For some reason it was super fast. So funny to listen to the two of you😄

  • @carolparizon4900
    @carolparizon49002 жыл бұрын

    Loving this vlog! I could listen to you guys talk about the chateau for hours. I'm getting excited with you about making that final journey back to your new home. Please continue to share with us in your exploration around your new home!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Will do. Thank you, Carol! 💕

  • @lyndamcdon
    @lyndamcdon2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so happy for you two! Cannot wait for you to share your renovation journey with us.

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!!

  • @dougkelley2781
    @dougkelley27812 жыл бұрын

    You are finally there!!! Good things are worth the work and the wait! 🥂

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes! Thank you, Doug! 😀🥰

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hello my friend. Yes and yes. But the last week here is exhausting. Hugs and thank you for your input and cheering. 💕💖💕

  • @dougkelley2781

    @dougkelley2781

    2 жыл бұрын

    Patrick Journey to the Chateau Hey Patrick and Stuart. I hope things are going well with your return to your new home and really beginning to settle in. There are so many practical things to handle in any move - even if it is across town. It’s a good thing you both have experience and are resilient, handling all with great good humor and regular lifts of the wine glass (really the best exercise). You already know how to handle all this, so keep doing what you are doing. Enjoy the process, learn all the new things, and explore the many surprises you have waiting in the chateau, outbuildings, and garden. Life is short. Live it to the fullest. ❤️🍷🍷🍷❤️

  • @wizardcrystal
    @wizardcrystal2 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations! Awesome update on everything. Looking forward to the next 👍😎🇦🇺

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! 👍

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! Great to see your comments in the live chat too. 👍🏻🌹👍🏻

  • @jackieboudreaux6339
    @jackieboudreaux63392 жыл бұрын

    Wow how stressful. Champs are definitely due when you are done!

  • @labilounette9290
    @labilounette92902 жыл бұрын

    Your château has a beautiful name! Congratulations!!! 🍾🥂🇫🇷🥳

  • @kaytreble1123
    @kaytreble11232 жыл бұрын

    Hi Guys I just watched your doggie Video I cried with joy so wonderful oh how I would love one hahahah I actually always wanted a wired hair foxie but ended up showing persian cats for years .You lines are superb I so look forward to more news love to you both Kay from Australia

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    💖💗💖

  • @creativecottage6137
    @creativecottage61372 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations guys it’s all worth it just look at it gorgeous!

  • @suzieq2958
    @suzieq29582 жыл бұрын

    So, after all that journey you arrived in France and you're worried that you're an hour early!!! you two, honestly!!! How exciting that you were there!!! At last!! Hopefully you'll be there in your entirety, soon!!😊💜

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    LOL. No, we were worried because we were an hour late! Maybe we didn't say that correctly in the vlog. Thank you, Suzie Q!

  • @suzieq2958

    @suzieq2958

    2 жыл бұрын

    Or... maybe I wasn't hearing correctly!! lol 💜

  • @colleenj225
    @colleenj225 Жыл бұрын

    Just FYI (from flying lots of dogs to shows [within the US]) you can split up and fly on separate flights. You can also ship via cargo. Weather restrictions (heat) are the most difficult hurdle (use red eye flights). I’m so glad you found ways to ship your dogs 😁.

  • @chrissy8883
    @chrissy88832 жыл бұрын

    So exciting 🤗🤗🤗

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    It is amazing, isn’t it! 🥂🍾🥂. Hugs

  • @renovatingthechateau
    @renovatingthechateau2 жыл бұрын

    Well done guys, congratulations xx

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. Sorry I haven’t commented on your amazing progress. Love your garden. So crazy right now. Hugs. 🥰💖🥰

  • @arsinlupin5628
    @arsinlupin56282 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations 🎆 🍾 🎆 I am so happy for you ❣️

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!! 😀🥰

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    🥂🍾🥂. Thank you so much. 💖💖💖

  • @CathyMiller0711
    @CathyMiller07112 жыл бұрын

    Oh my, I don't even know how you managed to get a vlog up with all that is going on. I know you cannot wait to get to the chateau for good. And I can't wait for all the future vlogs. This is so exciting! And all those historical documents that go with the place. Oh my! Those will fill long winter's evenings for years to come! And a fig tree and fruit trees and all those buildings. It's all just grand! Hope all your pups travel safely to their new place too. Good luck this next week.

  • @ralphstephan353
    @ralphstephan3532 жыл бұрын

    You both seem pretty overwhelmed after such a huge purchase, which I’m sure is quite normal. I hope you can sleep and rest up! And, again, CONGRATULATIONS!!!

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. 😘💖😘

  • @leighevans1489
    @leighevans14892 жыл бұрын

    So thrilled the first trip over went so well . If you could only take 2 dogs how do you go about getting the others to France? So many treasures to find and investigate . Take care xx

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you, Leigh. We have the details in our community section about how we are getting the dogs to the chateau. 💕

  • @jetjegoesdutch7933
    @jetjegoesdutch79332 жыл бұрын

    whoop whoop ,. so looking forward to this.. Today it´s Edward´s and my birthday.. Can´t think of much more fun than to spend it here with you all.. See you later xxxx

  • @astrid9613

    @astrid9613

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy Birthday dear Jetje

  • @annettesharrock1236

    @annettesharrock1236

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy birthday sweet jeje xx

  • @dougkelley2781

    @dougkelley2781

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy birthday dear Juliette!!! 🎂🍦🍷

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy birthday, sweet Juliette! 🥰

  • @betteurbain7911

    @betteurbain7911

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy birthday, Juliette!

  • @meribellejames5985
    @meribellejames5985 Жыл бұрын

    I am so excited for you both and very thankful you are willing to let us join you on this journey. I look forward to each and every vlog. Best wishes to you both including your fur babies.

  • @tammystraling3229
    @tammystraling32292 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations!! I am super excited for you two and your furry children!! Plus I admit I am also looking forward to your vlogs!! Your chateau is beautiful and I can’t wait to hear about the treasures you discover. About your dogs, don’t these people realize these are like our children ? You can’t just leave one in a foreign country!! Good lord!!! Lol!! Can’t wait to hear more!! ❤️ Tammy

  • @SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc
    @SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc2 жыл бұрын

    Hello from Canada. Get a fire box for the documents, dont need to lose the history

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    We definitely will. 👍🏻

  • @sonnykat462
    @sonnykat4622 жыл бұрын

    Just found your channel and love it. As for the tablecloth for your huge table, you don't need one that's 40ish feet long. Just buy two matching ones and place one at each end, then get one or two others (depending on their size) which complement the end ones and place them in the middle. Makes it look like you meant it to look that way. Voila!

  • @JourneytotheChateau

    @JourneytotheChateau

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the tips!

  • @chefMags
    @chefMags2 жыл бұрын

    So so happy this day arrived. Loved your stories. Was laughing. Can't wait to see the first project. Glad doggies are happy!

  • @leannerichardson3570
    @leannerichardson35702 жыл бұрын

    I'm so excited for you two . I can't wait to see what you do to the chateau and follow you along the way. Enjoy 🙂

  • @glenyscallaghan1195
    @glenyscallaghan11952 жыл бұрын

    I can feel your excitement, it is marvellous to have achieved the move without too many disasters. You have lots to look forward to.....🧡🧡😄

  • @starlightone6948
    @starlightone69482 жыл бұрын

    Now the next part of your wonderful journey begins. 🇨🇦

  • @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    @patrickjourneytothechateau8243

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes it does. Talking about starlight….. sitting in the front courtyard with wine, the starlight was amazing. 💖🥰💖

  • @starlightone6948

    @starlightone6948

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@patrickjourneytothechateau8243 My dream was Italy but time is going by but maybe just maybe like you it can happen. 🇨🇦