Opening beautiful gifts in one of our Chateau B&B rooms!
In 'Cadeaux at the Chateau', all of the inhabitants of the Chateau de Lalande gather together to open beautiful gifts that people have sent from all over the world. All of the monetisation from these videos will be donated to a different charity each month. KZread earnings fluctuate wildly each month, as ad revenue changes throughout the year. Here are the charities that we've donated to so far:
July 2020:
British Heart Foundation UK (in memory of my father) €634
August 2020:
Alzheimer's Research UK (in memory of all of the residents of my parents' nursing homes) €350
September 2020:
Prostate Cancer Foundation (in memory of Selmar's father) €1,255
October 2020:
Medecins sans Frontieres (chosen by my mother to support vaccinations in Africa) €942 (equivalent to 426 cholera vaccinations)
November & December 2020 & Jan & Feb 2021:
A Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
March 2021:
Suffolk Artlink £1,505
April 2021:
Association Petit Prince €1,689
May 2021:
Melanoma Focus €1,204
June 2021:
Aide aux Jeunes Diabétiques €1,735
July, August & September 2021:
The 2nd year of the Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
October 2021:
A La Bonne Vauvre (our local Crozon sur Vauvre community centre) €3,184
November 2021:
Techo €2,709
December 2021:
Genesis Hope El-Roi Baby Home ZAR90,000 (€5,248.01)
If you'd like to see the video we made in the South African orphanage, click here: • How this KZread chann...
January 2022:
We Are Here Venice €2,000
February 2022:
Red Cross for Ukraine €2,019
March 2022:
The Fred Hollows Foundation €2,311
April, May & June 2022:
Ardmore Community Fund €5893
I used to show the gifts as part of ' @The Chateau Diaries ' episodes, but you're all so very generous that we have many gifts, and if we spent the episodes opening them, we wouldn't be able to show you other aspects of chateau life! So, for those of you who enjoy watching presents being opened, and as a way to thank those of you who were kind enough to send them, I've made this new channel. Every week we will film your beautiful gifts whilst enjoying afternoon tea or aperitif together.
It is very important to me that you know that we in no way expect anyone to send us gifts. I would like to go further than that and add that, if doing so will put you in any financial difficulty whatsoever, please, please do not send us anything. Knowing that you join us by watching 'The Chateau Diaries' gives us all an enormous boost. But for those of you who have sent these incredibly thoughtful gifts, I hope that seeing us open them gives you a fraction of the joy that you've given us 💖💖💖
If you would like to see more of our life at the chateau, please go to our main 'Chateau Diaries' channel:
/ thechateaudiaries
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How the HECK did those dishes make it from the US to the middle of France without breakage?! Seriously, WOW!
@trinahayden747
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And what is the cost …Unbelievable…
@judyharrison3038
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Lenox was my wedding China. I love it.
@carolinegooder7091
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Bubble wrap, lots of bubble wrap. 😘😘😘
@aurorad3522
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You must double box!
@101life9
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Proper packing is extremely important.
If you are looking for any new charities for the proceeds from these...have you considered animal charities. In France there is the Moon family. Legacy of Legends is the name of their charity. They have a horse farm. Thoroughbred horses that are being sold to meat markets. These animals were used for years to gain racing fortunes for already rich people. As they age they're dumped and sold for meat. This family works with others to buy and rehouse them. Sadie Penthrick has one and give you more info.
@karmathegiant
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Great idea.
Evidently people from all over the world are getting to know you all better and better, because the gifts fit you like a glove. Thanks for the uplifting video.
Percy is such an elegant gentleman, he reminds me of my father , quickly spoken and with such class.
@catcjk
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As apposed to Phillip who is repugnant and unwatchable.
Love watching you all, but Isabel and Percy are the pearl of my eyes.What a wonderful couple.Isabel might be small but very fierce and Percy is so loving kind and patient. Thank you for sharing so much love and positive vibes to all of us.
@tameradavis4973
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Percy and Isabel, they're such a sweet and perfect couple. ❤😊
"I don't have to possess it", said Isabel . Brilliant!
@keithj3223
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Mummy's phrases I have adopted: "You got up there, you can get down" (Stephanie's childhood tree climbing story), Mummy's catch phrase I now use on my dogs: "Who deed eeat?" -{who did it?} (when Marie wrecked the Jag) ... Idea for you: We feel so good watching Cadeau, if you put up the Donate now icon we could increase your charitable giving.
@susanrybak7192
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I wholeheartedly agree, enjoy the moment, the beauty and the charm . One doesn't need to possess or capture a photo of everything.
@carolz5090
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Ah, most people collect something. It doesn’t even have to be valuable, or even beautiful, just of interest to the collector. I want to own the things I collect because I really, no fooling, see and enjoy them everyday. The collector’s instinct has fueled many collections belonging to our best museums, which in turn belong to us all.
@susanrybak7192
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@@carolz5090 I was married to an obsessive breweryania (beer stuff) collector. It took over our holidays, part of our home and our social life. I do not understand the Need to own something. Before I had my open heart surgery, I went through all my possessions and gave away or sold many things including my mother's china, jewellery, books, cds and dvd collections, clothing, art and personal papers. I do not want my children to have to decide what to do with years and years worth of stuff.
@alisonsneed3707
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@@susanrybak7192 That’s called ‘death cleaning’ by Scandinavians. It is very kind to do that. Meanwhile I’m still enjoying absolutely everything I own (or it’s out of the house.)
Those plates are perfect for glamorous autumnal celebrations. What a joy for the guests and lalanders. I hope the heating problem will be solved soon. So sweet mummy with her clip-on earrings!
I LOVE watching Mummy open gifts. She has a child like expression of joy. She also reminds me of my mommy who loves to save gift paper as well. After she passed we found many bits folded away in boxes. She is a beautiful woman and brings me joyful memories. Love you Isabel. And everyone at LaLande. Blessings to you all. 🙏
@carolinegooder7091
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@@andyscot4844 Isabelle is not paid by the Patrons. Holidays are not paid for by the Patrons and they have said so many times. Stephanie can use her KZread money how she wants, plus the B&B is a separate entity. Isabelle and Stephanie's father worked hard their whole lives, so she is in retirement at 80 years old. Patrons vote on what their money is used for. This channel sends the KZread monies to charities, which is their choice.
Those tea cup ornaments are everything! ❤🇨🇦
OK, at this point I love Cynthia. Cynthia must set up KZread channel right now!
@rhondathomas7952
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Cynthia is hilarious!!!
@tinaclarke704
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Can't wait till she visits. If she doesn't become friends with Stephanie I will eat my hat
@ladycharlotte8693
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Cynthia seems like a darling! ….with whimsical taste
@janineduclos9774
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Agreed! Total respect to Cynthia for the amazing gifts and for owning 10,000 decorations lol!
@aleta5873
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Cynthia sounds amazing !!
Wouldn't it be great to have do not disturb signs for the B & B guest rooms as well !! Great gifts as usual !! Sending love to you all !! 😘
@ladycharlotte8693
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She could use wine plaques made of porcelain & stamp the do not disturb on them….
Whatever is going on, including physical therapy followed by ice packs, you always brighten my day. Deepest thanks to all of you for being all that you are. ❤
I'm enjoying Mommy's facial expressions.
Big southern shout out to Evans!! Way to represent the south and the US with the amazing Lenox China!! I want a set. I adore Lenox !! Well done! The wildlife set would look beautiful with my Lenox Eternal!
@evansbowen6897
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Glad there are other southerners watching. Perfect to inspire southern hostesses and lots of fun!
Oh I think Cynthia is Stephanie's kindred spirit friend for life ! Love from Sydney xx 🇦🇺
Isobel’s face when Philip said “don’t get cocky”, her emotions just can’t be hidden!
@sandrabergquist1684
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She knows when people cross the line. Phillip should be more careful with his remarks. He used to be less bold back in the day - much more acceptable. Now he doesn't hold back about "our bedroom", things like that. They're not married, and who knows how long he'll be sharing Stephanie's bedroom. Gentlemen act more like Percy. Phillip needs to stop flaunting himself... It's unbecoming.
@Gotta_say
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Her expression when Philip speaks says it all! 😂
Hi Stephanie lovely to see your dear mother and Percy with you are they with you for good at the château x
Those dishes are gorgeous!!! Special editions were collected one at a time every year it was not a set as such you had to wait for the edition every year. My aunt collected the christmas it took 12 years before we could eat Christmas dinner and not just look at them displayed.
@carolz5090
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Thank you for posting the info!
I am so sorry I missed the premiere and chatting with all the La Landers! What wonderful gifts, but what I liked the best was the love on that couch, the love between all of you, Stephanie! It is so obvious that Covid and the time you spent away from your mom made you appreciate even more that she is there now, with you, and you two treasure every moment you have together!!!! Your family is so beautiful, I just kept my smile for the whole length of the video!!! Percy looks a bit tired, I hope he is alright, I just love them both so much!!!! And Philip, well, Philip, I cannot express how nice he is, a lovely lovely person!!! 🥰🥰🥰
I love how Stephanie hands out all Phillip’s gifts. Lmaooo
So happy Im not alone in my love of cabbage plates and crockery🤩why are they just so funky !😊
You guys are the best! Simply funny and sweet! And Phillip's eyes...that is insane! My husband is the same way, he notices EVERYTHING while I go on trips to the moon and back.
Such a delightful display of beautiful and some practical gifts! Such generous hearts giving to such generous souls at La Lande!! It amazes me how every time a package is opened, it is so suited to the receiver. Your videos are infusing me with life, love and laughter every time I watch. It is so easy to love you all. Merci 🥰
Oh how lucky! You got a Liberty puzzle!!! Enjoy! They are absolutely wonderful.
@duchessa44
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Oh, yes, these are like heirlooms and can be enjoyed for generations and shared with friends. We have many, many Liberty puzzles and enjoy doing them again and again. You all will love doing this beautiful puzzle!!
Just love watching people so kind sending such beautiful gifts
I pray to make it there someday. You are all so wonderful!
How can anyone beat Cynthia's gifts every gift perfection.
@janetmackinnon3411
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Fortunately it's not a competition!
What a terrific afternoon 👋👋❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😀
❤❤❤❤❤ THANK YOU so much for sharing your life. You have helped me smile, often. Sending so much love to you all.
That close up shot of Isabelle was perfect
Everytime I see Isabelle, I remember my mom who passed away several years ago. Their looks and spunkiness are very similar.
@connihudson1578
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Isabelle, you look glowing today!😊🥰
Philip and Stephanie and Lelanders, thank you for another enjoyable video! I would suggest investing in Felt plate pads, you put one between each plate so they don't get scratches from the bottom of the others plates when stacked!
The cow matches your sweater/jumper. Good idea about the sheep key chain.
What a great Cadeaux, & such beautiful gifts. I had a big grin on my face watching it 😃 Lovely to see Isabelle & Percy there. Love to you all 🥰
I love the way you enjoy everything, ❤ life, family, and friends
I needed a reason to smile today. Thanks for sharing & the many smiles.
Looks like a kitchen tree for Christmas this year with the little tea pots and cups on it so beautiful.
OMG I LOVE the tea set ornaments
Always such lovely surprises ...I keep saying everyone needs a Michael.😊❤
"Oh, but it is wonderful!" Beautiful treasures!
I had so much fun watching this today. I think I really needed it. We just finished getting through several days without any power after Hurricane Fiona hit us hard in the Canadian Maritimes. Fortunately that was about all we had to worry about although my sister did have a very old tree fall but it missed both of their cars as well as their garage. The little cups and saucers with the matching teapots are just adorable and all of the rest of the gifts were so well chosen and generous as well.
Beautiful Gifts and The Plates are Wonderful. Lovely To See Isabelle and Percy. Xx 😘😊
As always very thoughtful gifts from such wonderful people to deserving people! Always infused with such joy! 🥰
I love the ivy tea cups and the plaid goat socks
Thank you for sharing your delightful beautiful energy I too look forward to when I can visit & somehow contribute to the restoration of your marvellous Chateau. I worked as a scenic artist at The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation for many years painting Sets, Murals, furniture woodgraining & various faux marble techniques. I was blessed to train & work with some amazing artists & trades people……..
Philip you have absolutely amazing skills at seeing details!!!
What a lovely Cadeaux with such thoughtful gifts! I’ve never been a fan of Lenox but I thought the woodland animal plates were both beautiful and charming. They’re very special. And what could be more perfect for the Christmas kitchen than those fantastic tea ornaments? Now as for the Do Not Disturb sign…I’m sure that will get some use for😍as well as video editing. It’s a bullseye 🎯
Loved this caddeau too. Beautiful precious treasures. Isabelle your are funny..."not too close". I identify with that. Oh and "Do Not Disturb ". Very practical, especially if you want to sleep late. Fondest wishes all.
What incredible gifts!! Such a lovely episode as always!
Poor Mummy when you read out about the Christmas Trees! LOL! Actually, I think you have converted me to Christmas Trees. I am considering having one this year for the first time EVER! Thank you for the video!
I LOVE Philip's puns!!!!!!!!
@sandrabergquist1684
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Sometimes they come across too contrived, trying too hard.
No reading glasses PERCY! Good for you!
I love to watch you all open presents and I’m amazed that the plates and porcelain get to the Chateau in one piece! I adore mummy and Percy they are so cute together, much love to you all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Hooked !!!! Like so many of us … lovely to see Isabel and Percy back at Chateau La lande 🥂
Can’t wait to visit in 2 weeks! See you all soon 🌸
Beautiful gifts. My mother-in-law had a deep cabbage salad bowl....and I loved it, but alas it is no more. However, we still have the creamer and sugar bowl and little platter!
Phillip, thank you so much for the idea about the toast rack. I already have on of mine sitting on my desk and I can see it's going to be very useful.
How cute. My grandkids would love those.
Love the interactions between Percie and Philip
Love to see Mummy and Percy ❤️
Wow, you sure did well today! What a lovely bunch of gifts and to end it all with a the cutest hedgehog for Phillip! Such fun!!!
Every time I watch Cadeaux I say that has to be the very best one….. but I think this one is now the very best. I love seeing you all together , so much joy. ❤
Wow those tea pots and tea cup ornaments are just stunning. And the Lenox plate collection for autumn is really nice too. Lovely to see you all together in good spirits.
I love the sox and pins
So much fun watching you open the AMAZING gifts! Every gift is so thoughtful! ❤❤
So Sweet "Not too Close!" ❤️
Another wonderful video thank you . Always so lovely to see you all of you together.
Fabulous dishes Phillip and will make a lovely Autumn table setting. So touching that people are so generous in their giving… the earrings for mummy are beautiful, the birthday box of wines and treats nice. 10,000 tournaments, as I watched your mama go oh no when you said she was your new role model, I laugh so loud. Such wonderful suggestions from Cynthia. Beautifully wrapped gifts. I see a teacup tree at Christmas in maybe the kitchen! . Love the Do Not Disturb sign. Omg the fabrics are very pretty. Phillip you are amazing. What beautiful gifts, and your excitement and appreciation is outstanding by all of you. Much love 💕 from Northern California.
Truly Beautiful gifts. How joyous, today love the tea cups and tea pots decorations. So unusual. 🎁🎁🎁🎁
great gifts! 👏🏽 luv the teacup ornaments 🫖 really luv the hedgehog! 🦔
What fun!!!
Love the chanel what beautiful gifts. The little cups and teapots could be added to a kitchen wreath with white poinsettias at Christmas 🤶
Kitchen Christmas tree can have all the new blue and white miniature cups/saucers, tea and coffee pots!
Wonderful gifts! A lot of thought has gone into each one. Thank Stephanie🙏🏻❤️
The tea cups you are using are divine!
Love you All ! I Don't miss a post Thank you for being a great example
Dishes in the shape of fruits and vegetables, or with them in relief, are called "barbotine". I love it and I have several, including a "plat à tarte" (pie plate) with a lid and a pear on it, resembling the one Philip has and nobody likes it and nobody knows how to use it or what it is made for :-D (it's made for pies, to keep the pie out of dust in the kitchen, because you don't put a pie in the fridge, and it's also useful when you have to carry a pie to someone's house or a picnic or whatever ;-) )
@teresacarle294
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💐 Thank you for the tutorial. 💖 Love lidded glass, porcelain, or ceramic dishes. Find so many uses for them too. Plus, no deadly plastic (or cling) wrap needed to protect your food from the elements or 🪰pests🐜. 😔 Not surprised when ⚜️LaLanders 🤜knocked🤛 the pie plate. A lot of folks are negative about them, esp. from the younger generations here in the US🇺🇸 too. 😉Guess they're not bakers 🥧〰️ let alone concerned about their health ⚕️ or the environment 🌎. 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)
This was such fun….and oh my the absolutely fantastic gifts. Thanks again for sharing the generosity of your fans/viewers and the ad revenue with charities. Such a great idea! We all must give from our hearts and for sure from our bounty! ❤
Awesome gift items! Love the ornaments
Love you all! Beautiful gifts for beautiful people! xx
Although I retired early years ago at age 40 it seems like I still can't pedal fast enough and end up being consistently late to the party. Oh well, it's just as exciting and plain fun any time of day or night to watch the unveiling of many thoughtful and creative gifts sent to the Chateau from various parts of the world. May the gifts continue to multiply and help Stephanie's chosen charity each month prosper from the monetary donations generated by all the Chateau Unwrapped KZread views. By the way, I admit to being a little surprised with the boxed gift of food items I had sent through BienManger. Those gifts are usually sent in a BienManger boite cadeau or panier. The important thing is that they arrived promptly and will be enjoyed by one and all at Lalande.
😊🤣so sweet ....not to close
Oh my yes Lenox we live 10 minutes from the original plant and have many Lenox things you will absolutely love them and they are so nice and heavy ... well made 👌
Love the gifts today Wonderful Love to all
Thank you for always making me smile.
Wow, wonderful gifts. You are blessed. Blessings.
Absolutely magnificent gifts
All those would be a great lunch or snacks tray
They are the best gifties ever. It such a joy watching you open the gifts, amazing to see the fantastic gifts and to experience your excitement and appreciation of the gifts. The whole experience is a gift for all.
Stunning gifts 🎁
I did enjoy all the smiles, laughter and joy seeing you all open those beautiful presents. I just love Isabelle's humour 'Not too close' cracked me up. You are all such wonderful people and deserve all those gifts, as you always find a place for them and actually use them. Thank you Stephanie, you make us all so very happy sharung your life like this. 💕
Bordalo Pinheiro it's a very known and good ceramic. The cabbage design is one of its best known, but if you google the name you will see all its collections.
Lovely gifts. 🦋
Wow! Such amazing gifts and straight from the heart of the giver! So much care! Thank you for sharing xx
I inherited a complete cabbage dinner set with serving pieces from my aunt. If I still have it, I will send it to you so it could be used and appreciated again. It always got compliments from my guests.
@alisonsneed3707
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Oh my! How can you part with it? Can’t wait to see it show up in the chateau, they’ll make good use of it all. (As would I.😊)
Such beautiful gifts. I agree Cynthia should start her own channel. Thanks for sharing all the fun and laughter in opening all these amazing gifts. 😍😘
Such lovely gifts. I was thinking that maybe a revenue from cadeaux might be nice for Ian's family. I don't know their situation and I certainly am not suggesting they are a charity case so please no one be offended. Just a thought.xxx
What fabulous gifts. From all around the world. Phillip also has such good taste, as you do Stephanie. I love different salt and pepper shakers. What a wonderful jigsaw! My Mother always had a jigsaw going on the the table at Christmas time. I adore the cabbage plate. Your hedgehog broach is so lovely. All the family you love around your Stephanie and Phillip. Love you guys, Bless you from Devon England.xxx
Great gifts again!!
The magic of this channel is your smiling faces.✨😊💫