Steve and Sarah, I'm so happy for you two! Such a wonderful place!

What a gem! Fellow Canadian here! When we saw the photos of the exterior of your newly acquired château on Chateau Diaries, I thought it looked lovely, but I had no idea it was so spectacular. I am impressed…

Such a beautiful chateau! I love love the carved fireplaces, the stone fireplaces and all the accents. I love the painted dresser Sarah! It makes me think of the beautiful painted inserts in medieval books. What fun you will both have making it your own. ♥️

@vivalila123

2 жыл бұрын

That dresser is gorgeous indeed!

I actually love the wallpaper in the main salon. It’s so dramatic and has a slightly medieval feel!

Sarah and Steve, We just want to thank you for inviting us to see your new home. You both look so happy and we are happy for you. Blessings.

Exquisite carvings. You’re so fortunate to have found a real gem

The wood finishings are absolutely gorgeous Steve.

@nikishazechiel6848

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree!!

@rainbocatz6376

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE don't paint over them!

Hello Steve and Sarah, I met you through Stephanie at LaLande. Congratulations on your new chateau, It is beautiful! Im here for the journey with you.

The house is charming , I see why you fell for it. There’s so much potential .. so much to do , but I think it’s going to be fun watching you change him into your chateau.

@MariaReyes-te7lk

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, from South Florida...Lovely Chateau! The foyer or entrance for Christmas will be AWESOME with a Christmas tree ... Also lovely dining table with crystal chandelier only those area you both will have fabulous Christmas.. an setting the table for Christmas. Rejoice on what you have...don't worry about all the work needs the Chateaux.. to be fix..You celebrate today...God is incharge...Blessings...

Hi Steve and Sarah. So pleased you have given us this very first “before” video. How exciting to be starting this beautiful journey and bringing us with you. Love the idea of finding names for all your rooms. I’m sure it will be easy to fit the en-suites in. I can see why you both fell in love with this chateau. It’s really beautiful already. Can’t wait to see all the enhancements you choose. Much love x

So glad you decided to do a blog. Can’t wait to follow this journey with you. I have enjoyed your down to earth style and the excitement that is in your voice. From a fellow Canadian in Edmonton

The mezzanine is amazing! Well, the entire chateau is amazing, but I do love a mezzanine! Thank you for sharing! Very excited to add you to my chateau rotation!!! 🥰

Can't wait to see more. Gentle suggestion: Slow the panning shots down and pull back so we can see the whole view. Very excited for you both and congratulations on your beautiful new home and adventure.

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Gentle suggestions very welcome!

@cathymoore2377

2 жыл бұрын

Also Steve could use a microphone

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

@@cathymoore2377 or we need our rugs from Canada, which are stuck in Rotterdam, to stop the écho!

@Cantfi

2 жыл бұрын

@@ManorandMaker Both some rug and microphones would probably be helpful (I usually have the volume at 8 I had it at 20 for this video, just for a reference for the sound at my end). I can't wait to see how it will look with your personal touches.

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cantfi thanks! Thats super helpful as we improve our editing skills!

So lovely I enjoy seeing people happy, living their dreams. It's wonderful and a bonus to now have Canadians to follow. ( Of course I do love some of the Brits channels too) Looking forward to watching your adventures and getting settled in

Lovely chateau Sarah never apologize for what you find pleasant to your eye that beautiful yellow painted dresser only share the beauty never apologize.

Breakfast room is a butlers pantry for China and silver. Love your chateaux!

Really looking forward to you revealing more of the Chateau's secrets! It's so lovely and so glad we got to see the "before" so we can follow this journey with you....congrats again, guys!

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

Excellent work 😜😜😜

Steve needs a speaker (microphone) so that when he turns away from the camera the sound doesn’t fade.

@jmk1962

2 жыл бұрын

Microphone

@deniereynolds6119

2 жыл бұрын

@@jmk1962 yes microphone thanks

@pauka90

2 жыл бұрын

I second that!!

@debshaw680

2 жыл бұрын

I had the closed captions on and the tv up loud. Closed captions are hilarious when they’re trying to decipher French words. 😂

@carolweaver3269

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it would help greatly. I think too it is an echo we are getting * but weakly* from the rooms yet a bit empty. It will help with furniture and more items in it I think? He did mention this and think that is part of the problem? It is good you have stated this though, as it would be helpful and did see I had trouble hearing him, also. I thought it was my "google chrome" as it does not have as good of a speaker as my laptop used to have I notice. * That makes it worse to hear anyone*

I hope at some point you will be able to replace the red brick on the dining room fireplace with marble or some kind of stone. The beautiful mantel deserves it. Congratulations on making your dream come true and may you have many years of happiness in your new home!!!💝💖💝

Beautiful Chateau!! Looks like it has been well taken care of by previous owners, that you could just move in and enjoy. I think I remember Stephanie saying when she bought her Chateau that she lived in it 1 year before making changes, that way she got to know the chateau and studied many books on how to renovate the chateau. Exciting time for you, can hardly wait to see the many secret places of your chateau and hear about the many secrets it is hiding from you. Cheers!!!

Amazing! That back courtyard alongside the road I can see filled with potted plants to cheer it up a bit. Beautiful home though. Congratulations!

@michellezevenaar

2 жыл бұрын

If its close to the kitchen then hurbs would be great!

Oh to be so close to the village! How lovely it all is!

Beautiful chateau........looks Elizabethan with the gallery and fire place.

@Tony-InLosAngeles

2 жыл бұрын

Good point especially with that main room fireplace

Gorgeous chateau!!! The fun part is we get to see how it becomes even more beautiful!! Wishing you lots of luck 🍀

I knew it!! You topped over 10 k subscribers in you first week 😊💙💖🥂. So very happy for you. All the best in everything 🌸💜💚

Reference floor plans and/or maps of the grounds would always be helpful at the start of these types of vlogs.

@michellezevenaar

2 жыл бұрын

Many vloggers avoid sharing a real floor plan because it makes it easy for people to plan a break in. Many vloggers also don't share the views out of the window to keep there adress private. Thats nearly impossible with a chateau named after a village.

What a Beautiful Fireplace and Staircase.Its Lovely Steve, Sarah Xx 😊

Love, love, love this chateau!!! I’ve been following several vlogs on these and this has to be my favorite. Not humongous, beautiful woodwork, fireplaces, etc. This one would not overwhelm me with size and renovations to do. Very charming! Congratulations to you both for finding such a jewel 💎

Wow! The grand hall fireplace would have been the deal breaker for me too. Love the Downton Abbey mezzanine! Have fun making your beautiful castle your home! 😊

I always loved seeing you both at Stephanie's, you both are my favorite guests at her place. I'm so excited you started your own channel so we can follow your exciting chapter in France . Congratulations!

@maritrevenew3257

2 жыл бұрын

I wholeheartedly agree.You were always my favourite guests,volunteers at La Lande.I was always hoping to see more of your journey.I am very excited that you now have your own Chateau.Thank you for inviting us into your home and life.Happy days.

@michelebourke4340

2 жыл бұрын

ditto, sadie. stunning home already n what a journey it will be vicariously sharing your personality-shaping here. excited, from new zealand.

The little room in between the kitchen and dining room is a china room or butlers pantry. But a great place to keep all your dishes and glasses and table clothes and silverware etc.

Your Chateau is beautiful no wonder you fell in love with your new home.

This house is in the best shape of the many chateau vlogs I have seen. You have some work to do but not as much as some I have seen. Good luck and congratulations.

This house has some major secrets!! Was this an ancient meeting lodge as a pose to a family resident? So many folks buying chateaus, but you all hit the jackpot! Love you all, brilliant job!!

@pattyhill4682

2 жыл бұрын

It's beautiful! A suggestion would be , is to get a microphone. Hard to hear at times.♥️

@janinebarron2691

2 жыл бұрын

@@pattyhill4682 yes I had my volume up max to hear

@tinasteer2507

2 жыл бұрын

@@pattyhill4682 I am having the same problem. Big rooms big echos.

Fellow Canadian from Nova Scotia here… Have been following since you arrived at Château Lalande and your journey since then… You must pinch yourself every morning that you wake up in that beautiful Chateau! So very excited for you Steve and Sarah! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! Go Canucks! 💜🇨🇦🎉

Just love the north entrance by the road. I can see pits of red geraniums throughout that area. It will make passerbys smile!

So stinking excited for you guys. I so look forward to seeing what you do with the place!

Very nice Steve & Sarah. Looks like she has good bones - just some decorating to make it really awesome! It’s a good idea to live in it for a while to see what you want to change or how to make over. I love what I’ve seen so far.

Love your chateau! Wish it were mine! All the best with all of your plans! It would take me awhile to decide where to start! But what fun and work! Love your tower and the Juliet balcony. The dining room, entry, staircase and the fireplaces would have sold me! (everything!) Just trying to wrap my head around how you get from Canada (nothing against Canada!) to buying a chateau in France. You are very daring and brave to take on such a grand endeavor. Will love to see your style in furnishing and decoration. No time to waste!!

How Exciting!! Love, love and love!!! Thanks for sharing!!! Cheerio!

It will be a treat to follow your journey in this beautiful gem of a chateau, to see what you will transform in in to. Thank you for sharing!

Wow, it looks to be in excellent shape! Beautiful architectural details in this house. Congrats again you two!

That room between the kitchen and dining room is called the butler pantry. It was the transition room for the butler and servers to bring the cooked meals to the dining room. So nobody had direct view into the kitchen while eating. That room usually stored the nice serving dishes as well.

New beginnings are so exciting.... and this Chateau is lovely. Hello fellow Canadians living in Europe. Looking forward to watching your journey.

Steve & Sarah, Congratulations to you both on your beautiful new home. The interior and exterior is gorgeous. Wishing you both a lifetime of happy memories and wonderful adventures. Looking forward to seeing lots more. Much Love.

I can just picture a huge Christmas tree in that entry hall. It’s beautiful! Congratulations

Next to the kitchen, small room, for servants to eat in. Lovely, chateau, glad your on the way to up and down life. Everyone experiences it, true life, true love.👍👍🌹

Beautiful

As a fellow Canadian I am so happy for you. Looking forward to seeing more of your adventure. 🇨🇦🥰

Kudos! You two are quite good in front of the camera considering you just got started AND your intro is excellent. Had a chuckle- “Sounds like me, trying to sing.” 🤣 … Your place is GORGEOUS. Not too big , not too small - JUUUST RIGHT! It’s a fairytale come true. So happy for you.

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

@@arnicepernice8656 absolument ! We are so appreciative of all the help of our chateau friends!

I am so happy to see you all.

GTA in the house! 🇨🇦 Your Chateau is absolutely beautiful. The Grand Salon and 2nd floor hallway have stolen my heart! Congratulations to you both!

Beautiful house with so much potential. The small room off the kitchen leading into the dining room is a Butler's Pantry where the silver, china, and crystal was stored. This is also where the wine would be decanted. Normally, they do have a small sink but it might have been removed at some point. As for the age of the house -- the owners of Chateau de Montmagner (on KZread) have found a Stone Historian who apparently is well respected in his field. They also have a mystery because their tower does not seem to match the living areas. They are located approx 45 minutes southwest of Chateau de la Lande. Enjoy :o) And don't worry on what you will call the rooms. I grew up in a 20 room house and the usage of rooms changed all the time lolololol

@carolweaver3269

2 жыл бұрын

I love Butlers Pantry! That is a unique feature and so very useful, so needed!

What a great new adventure for both of you. It is just beautiful. I am so excited for you both. I look forward to many more updates and adventures.

This Chateau is in remarkably good condition compared to other Chateaus which need much renovation. Even if some rooms are not to your taste, they are at least presentable for the time being. The Chateau has so much character and the possibilities for personal likes and improvements will enhance this beautiful place. Congratulations on your newly discovered gem! Hoping all the best for your family and on your journey in France!

Hello from Calgary, so pleased for you both on the purchase of your new home. I thought my last trip to France just before Covid was my last….now I think we may have to return if you operate a bedroom or two as a bed and breakfast! So happy to see fellow Canadians so happy! …living their dream. Many blessings. P.S. I hope you had a wonderful first Thanksgiving in France.

I know you must feel you are in a dream. Thank you for bringing us along. I’m excited to see the progress as you make this place your home. ❤️😊

Congratulations to you both, what an absolutely gorgeous building! I look forward to seeing it become your home. - Buffalo, NY

Thank y’ll for sharing your lovely château ..

I am so glad that you will change the paper in the opening of your home. I don't see you guys as Burgundy color people! I see two lovely and happy people who need more comfortable colors! Best of luck, guys!

This château is absolutely stunning inside and out. It’s amazingly in good condition. I can’t wait to here are the history on it. The staircase and the fireplace are absolutely lovely! Really enjoyed the tour and can’t wait to see what kind of a spin you put on it. Thank you so much from California💜😎🇺🇸

Stunning! It's not huge, love the size. The features are just breath taking. Congrats Steve and Sarah. I look forward to journing along with you. I wish you everything of the best in your future andeavors. Regards Jessica from South Africa

Love your Chateau, looking forward to the next videos.

Oh My gosh, I can see why you fell in love with it! Beautiful!

Thank You Guys, beautiful Chateau. I can see you are going to have so much fun decorating it and making it your fairytale home

So happy to share your dream…it’s really lovely and can’t wait to see your very own touches.👏🏻

Thanks for tour #1. I'm imagining Sarah (and you too, Steve) have a colour palette in mind and are ready to splash out your 'maker' talents to brighten up your already beautiful home. Swooping down the staircase in gorgeous glad rags, shouting 'Darling, slide down the potatoes' in the dining room, and racing along the mezzanine to the WC :) have captured my imagination. And those thick tower walls! Good to hear your Canadian furniture will soon arrive. Hugs.

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

We are leaning heavily on Steve on the palette, as he is a graphic designer and has a better eye for it. I will of course have opinions!

So many gorgeous original features that blow me away. I can see why you fell in love with your beautiful Chateau...absolutely charming.🇨🇦.

Yay so happy to of added you to my chateau hopping list. So glad you are in and getting settled. Looking forward to following your vlogs and your future xx 😘

Love the intro and music, so cheery. What a beautiful chateau, I love the size of it and look forward to your next video to see more. How exciting, what a dream, all the very best to you x

So exciting!!!!!

Yay you made it, and hit KZread running. I have a small complaint - don't go to the brocant without the camera!!! Vicarious shopping in France is bliss. Your chateau is just lovely, so much personality and those thick walls are amazing. Can't wait to see where you go from here... but take the camera with you 😬

What a beautiful home. It will be lovely when you have furnished it to your taste.

Love it!!!!! So glad you guys decided to take us along with you. I was really hoping you would when you told us about it while you were at Stephanie’s.

Congratulations on your lovely new/old house. The foyer, or hall d'entrée is just that. It's not a salon, but is used as an entertainment space. The double rooms with the archway (now closed) would be your grande salon. That wave motif on the archway is called guilloche. The two portrait rondels on the fireplace in the foyer are probably the owner-builders of that section of the chateau. That's terrazzo flooring in the entrance hall. The "chest of drawers" is Italian, not French. It serves as a sort of semainier, only it has 9 drawers instead of 7. Used for lingerie and socks. Before you take down the wallpaper in the hall d'entrée, please live with it for a while. It suits the space, and may be old and/or valuable. The whole house looks eminently livable, and lovely. Great kitchen, too. I'm so happy that you found such a great place to settle. I'm sort of an encyclopedia of French living, so please feel free to ask me anything that puzzles you. Thanks so much for the tour!

Spectacular! Livin' the dream! Congratulations!

Thanks for taking us on a tour. Looks like a place with great potential. Hope you can start on it soon!

So excited for you both 💕 waiting with baited breath to see how you transform this beautiful chateau and make it your own 🤗

Hello from another Canadian. I am Darcey and have been living in Spain for 23 years. I am enjoying your videos. Well done.

I'm really rather taken with this beautiful chateau. I can see why you fell in love with it. I am looking forward to a tour of Sarah's sewing space and her vintage machine. I belong to a wonderful group called Learn To Sew on You Vintage Singer (other vintage machines are very welcome), and I love to see people keeping these vintage and antique machines in service.

Beautiful home, looks like it was maintained, the wood working is gorgeous.

This chateau is absolutely beautiful! I can't wait to see what you're going to do with it. Very excited for you!

Congratulations!!! Beautiful chateau!! Like very much the adjacency tower and 19th century block. Light, space, chimneys and ceilings details, views, park and just a walk to be in downtown!! Fantastic!! Welcome your home Sarah & Steve 🤎 !!!

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carlos!

HEAVY EXCITEMENT!!! 😮 ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ 🇨🇦

Congratulations Sarah and Steve! I’m a fellow Canadian and I love living vicariously through you both - thank you for sharing your journey!

What a beautiful chateau! Looks like it’s in amazing shape too. I’m looking forward to watching it come together and become your home!

Beautiful Chateau! 💟🇿🇦

I love how you say out and house and about. I’m from northern Minnesota and we say it the same way. 🤪

A big congratulations from a fellow Torontonian. You bought a beautiful place. I am so excited to see the transformations that you bring. I am so very happy for you.🇨🇦❤️

Love love love your Chateau, just the right size for you. If I could pursude my other half to buy one that's the size I'd want it. Can't wait to see you decorte and furnish it. And the draws are beautiful, what a find xxxx

Love it, exciting times .

I think your mystery room with the lavender doors is a butlers pantry! Lucky you!

Y’all, it’s beautiful! I love that there’s a town close by. Can’t wait to see it and the hamlet. Steve, Sarah is a much better tour guide-just saying, lol. I’m really happy for y’all. Always fun to see ppl from LaLande clogs.

Congrats! so glad to see there is a dog at this chateau. looking forward to your adventure. My best to you!

Such a lovely Chateau with so many rooms to renovate. Can't wait to see what all you have planned for the Chateau for the future. Happy Days, Kathy USA 🇺🇸

What an amazing chateau. Love the staircase😊😊

It's beautiful and looks a great size, not too big and seems to be in good condition compared to other Châteaux I've seen on KZread.. but sounds like all the scary stuff is on the top floor! It's going to be great watching how you both bring it to life with your design skills... The dogs look chilled and ok with the big move! 🙂

Wow what an amazing home you’ve found! So full of treasure and great adventures. It would be nice to see if you eventually get to make a mock floor plan as there is so many doors and little rooms that it was a bit difficult to imagine a layout. And can’t wait to see what you guys get to do to this volatile canvas! Congrats

@ManorandMaker

2 жыл бұрын

Great feedback, thanks!

@juliegraham8133

2 жыл бұрын

@@ManorandMaker The popcorn is called woodchip if it is wallpaper and artex if it is a finish on the ceiling.

The Chateau is very large home to enjoy! The small bedroom would make a great sewing room and female office! The lady on Chateau would be able to give you both creative ideas to use throughout the house to keep the French feel of the house with keeping of the area. She is completely amazing and her team can help you both. This is going to be a wonderful new chapter for your life!

Beautiful house...loving the mezzanine..and loving the village is so close..