THEY NEVER CAME HOME Incredible Untouched Abandoned French Mansion A Look Into The Past
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We explore an abandoned French mansion.
We travel to the south of France in the humid summer heat to visit a 13th century fortified castle… It’s moats are now dry and its drawbridge long gone, its south and west wings were transformed during the renaissance, creating much of what remains here today.
It has been home to the same family for decades, passed down through the generations.
The final heir was a successful architect, with a passion for his work, which is proudly displayed throughout the home.
As we explore each finely decorated room,
amongst the heirlooms and the oddities, we discover mysterious symbols and hooded cloaks, perhaps the mark of a secret society.
What will come of the rich history within these walls and the irreplaceable contents?
Each room trapped so far back in the past.
Join us inside this prestigious restored castle and find out what other secrets it holds inside…
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Here in America we are living in such a chaotic world that it is a pleasure to watch your videos to take away the problems of todays world.
@ginger6573
2 жыл бұрын
My friends in Scotland say it's no different there than here. Food prices went up, rents gone up, mine here in Indiana just raised another $50 but my income still the same. We poor will be on the streets one day if this keeps up. Sometimes I'd rather live in a cold castle then a place where you have no peace and quiet and no one ever fixes anything. That place would definitely have to be updated big time for someone now. Massive but beautiful! You cant afford the candles anymore and the wood for the fireplaces, back 100yrs ago the trees were many and today, doesn't pay to burn wood 24-7 like then.
@sarahkellett4926
2 жыл бұрын
It's pretty bad here in the UK too. A lot of us struggling to buy food as it's gone up as has our energy bills and petrol (gas). These exploring videos are the way I escape too. Hope it eases a bit for you over there soon.
@Urbex_key
2 жыл бұрын
What a nice video! You inspire me to make videos aswell, keep on exploring! ✌🏼 ^^
@Juleswuzhere
2 жыл бұрын
A cup of orange stress tea, this couple, and a hot bath after a stress filled day of capitalism and being female.
@j.whiteoak6408
2 жыл бұрын
@@Juleswuzhere I think men are finding it every bit as difficult to cope in this world which has gone crazy .. In fact, I really feel for my husband having to deal with the bitch-faced, gender-entitled women he has to work with. It's a screwed-up world and it's getting tougher and tougher regardless of gender.
I can imagine this place when it was full of servants and families and life. I felt such sadness while you were going through seeing the disrepair and decay. These beautiful things meant so much to the families that lived here. You did a wonderful job of showing us into their lives of a time long forgotten. I can’t image what would lead to the abandonment of everything that was their home for generations.
letum quam lutum = dead before defeated. Charlex X, King of France from 16 September 1824 until 2 August 1830. Excellent explore. Thanks for sharing.
I watch your explorations at night before going to bed. They are my bedtime stories … no politics, world events and drama. Your soothing British voices always calm me.
@Melaninxx
Жыл бұрын
Same! I love it❤
@olivependragon3353
2 ай бұрын
Me too! ❤
That black Cape you looked at is called a Cope. It's what a Priest would have worn for certain liturgies and church ceremonies. As this cope is black in pre Vatican 2 days it would have been worn for funeral liturgies. Hope this info helps. Absolutely ❤️ your videos thank you for making them. If you ever get stuck on religious items you find please say and I'll let you know what they are 👍
@francinesicard464
2 жыл бұрын
I believe it has more to do with Freemason.
@danwilliams8230
2 жыл бұрын
@@francinesicard464 it hasn't anything to do with freemasons that "cloak" it's liturgical item used by priests for liturgical ceremonies
@jeanniejones2084
2 жыл бұрын
@@francinesicard464 why do you believe it is part of Free Mason?
This is one of the few places you visit that looks like it could actually be rehabilitated! Thanks for the "inspection," guys.
@Babararoot55
2 жыл бұрын
Kevin 😶🌫️
Sensational! The house and grounds are exquisite. The Decor, the items, the books and the furniture are all amazing! A truly fabulous find. I also love the south of France, it’s beautiful. Thank you for this wonderful explore, I’ve loved every second of it! Xx
Ideal explore. Huge castle home with secret stairways and secret rooms and so many rooms it went on and on. Woodworks and tons of velvet furniture. Artworks. Loved it all. The estate is large and must have been beautifully kept once with walled areas and big gates. So much here. Thank you. I could tell you enjoyed this place, I sure did. The families who occupied this castle had wonderful and intimately designed living space where young students and children had all they needed surrounding them. What a great place to live in! 💙🌸🐌🌙
Don't you ever feel like you want to put things back into their containers, like the trunk of letters that have been left on the floor lol
What an amazing house. Hard to think about all the different people and how their lives unfolded there. I usually don't watch long explores but I am really glad you guys took the time to give this one the attention it deserved. Thanks guys for knocking it out of the park again.
I really really didn't want this video to end! Thank you for bringing these beautiful old places to us to enjoy!
Blown away again Sam and Jess fantastic
I love you guys, what a great couple. You guys get to go into the coolest buildings and see firsthand how people lived back in the day. Its amazing. Thank you both for being so much fun to watch. Stay safe and god bless. From Ontario, Canada 💜🧡💛💚💙❤
Great exploration as always! The magician's cape is actually a Roman Catholic cope from a funeral vestment set. The dove represents the Holy Spirit. The portraits with the Roman numerals are the later kings of France..Louis 15th as a child, and after the French Revolution, Louis the 18th and Charles 10th. The bed with the drapes and canopy is called a lit a la Polonaise.
@Babararoot55
2 жыл бұрын
Rob ☹️
@dawnvane289
2 жыл бұрын
@@Babararoot55 they asked
@Babararoot55
2 жыл бұрын
@@dawnvane289 Where ya from ? How old are you ! Nice 😊 meeting ya !
@dawnvane289
2 жыл бұрын
@@Babararoot55 USA east coast, too old. Nice meeting you.
@dawnvane289
2 жыл бұрын
@@Babararoot55 Dawn is a female name
This was such a beautiful home at one time and so sad to see how it has been trashed. How could this have been allowed to happen to such beautiful and special things
What an absolute travesty that the beautiful furniture and other objects are left to rot - great video thank you.
How beautiful....and how sad...all that history and memories and treasures....just left to rot ...🥺
Looks like many rooms were converted into bedsits and flats around 70's and 80's esp those with timber wall divisions and the many bathrooms. Maybe inhabited in recent times since there was a set of ear buds in a drawer.the Curiously what the preserved food was in jars you found but didn't say. I dont know if its my audio or yours but I hear the guy ok but not the girl's voice on all your videos but not on other explorations. Good productions, filming and choices of music.
That was an amazing find. It was like going back in time. I can't believe there was so much stuff there! Lots of rooms and amazing woodwork, wardrobes etc..
That is such a beautiful home, I love the antiques and the engravings. I would love to have a home like that. Totally amazing. Thank you Sam and Jess
From the dust we all came and we shall return. Everything in our lives here must become just memories for those who will come after us!
Nice place but if you knew what the black & white checker board floors and the snake on the so-called wizard suit means you would know what the occupants were up to. Love from Canada
What a amazing place, lot's of stairs Twist and turns loved it thank you Sam and jess for sharing this Wonderful piece of history 🙏👏👏👏👏👏🥰
Very enjoyable. Love how you both interact. You read each other so well. Bouncing off each other show how much in-tune you are with each other!! Lovely to see. This heat is killing me right now. Oxygen levels are very low. Struggling somewhat. Oh well, stay indoors with fans blowing hehe 😁😃🤗💜🤗😁see you Monday! Much love guys!
Absolutely loved this guys! What a beautiful place with so much history. Sam was like a kid in a candy store with all those fossils, it was nice to hear his excitement when he kept finding them. Thanks for taking us on another amazing tour with you.
Stunning!!! Gorgeous furniture. Not alot of dust. I enjoyed this very much. Thank you for sharing.
Love all the furniture and stuff left behind. This leaves so many Questions? How do u know they never come home? Who owns it now? Did they die? ECT..... Here in America we can find the history on any property from the 1st owners to present. Thanks for the video guys!!!! I don't watch these videos cause they always leave so many unanswered questions. This one came across my youtube feed because I'm watching a couple restore a French Chateau.
@lorassorkin
2 жыл бұрын
French property inheritance laws dictate that all children must inherit equals shares. No will nor legal wrangling can over-ride this law, set in place (I believe) during Napoleon's rein. If the siblings do not ALL agree to sell, then the property can not be sold. If by default, the property stays in the family, no one person has responsibility for maintaining it. Most simply walk away because the costs to keep a chateau in good repair are prohibitive. It's archaic and so destructive to national heritage, and heartbreaking to see.
You’re breaking my heart, not opening the freezer
You guys find the most unique, amazing places! Thanks for letting us come along!
I love y'alls videos so much! Thank you for sharing this one. The library was amazing!! It makes me a little sad the books are all just left there but still it was beautiful. So glad you found it and can only imagine how incredible it was in person.
Hello, I am new to your channel and enjoying it. I watch several other Urban Explorers, and enjoy something from each site. Love Old Castles, Old Palatial Homes, and especially all the Antiques and personal effects. Sad all this and the homes go to waste, and are left to rot- except on "film". BTW the book @27:18 has the old oil dipped technique some have revived today and that my friend Susie that makes paper also does beautifully. You float different colored oils on the surface of water in a tub and can then draw/pull oil colors into more complex designs on the surface (like "feathering"), then the paper is pulled through the oil- where it sticks onto the surface. I'm guessing they dipped the inner edge pages after book assembly- but no expert! Not sure what the term is, but paper makers and also people coating objects like guitars, and other objects are using this age old technique in unique cool new ways. The variety is endless and beautiful!
Pictures from the the 1930’s and a motion sensor for an alarm doesn’t seem to be abandoned too long
The owners are very proud of their house and enjoy people exploring it! I've never gotten a message that proclaimed ever! Wow! Those plates were beautiful! My Grandma kept plates like that.
Absolutely incredible amount of history, i could stay there for days researching them,
Wahhoooooo can't wait for this guys looks good as usual see u in the premier 👍🤘💖
Hi Sam, Hi Jess, I just want to tell you that since I discovered your Channel sometime this past year, I have enjoyed a number of explores with you, and I enjoy when Karl is in the mix also. Sam, what I wanted to ask you, is do you also narrarate the YT Channel titled "Depths of Despair"? It's a freaky deaky Paranormal video clips kinda show and if that isn't you Narrarating it, well, my goodness it most CERTAINLY SOUNDS ALIKE TO YOUR VOICE 0 which is very highly enjoyable :) You do a beautiful Intro to every explore, very nicely done. May God continue to Travel with You both :) Cheers, T/Eastern Canada
@crystalhilliard9656
2 жыл бұрын
Yes, that is Sam's voice . at least that's what my voice recognition says...it's a match. ;)
I lo ed the decor. The dishes were beautiful! I wish we knew the family history on this one. If the last occupant was an architect , more is the pity that his home is not preserved. So sad, so beautiful! I have now subscribed. You two show much care and respect and I appreciate that.
The FED has lost it and the sad fact is, it's pretty obvious we are headed for hyperinflation. I think stores better have tight security because when people can't afford to feed their families, things might get ugly
@soniaalvarez2265
2 жыл бұрын
Might ? .. have you been grocery shopping lately? Things are already ugly. The best bet for anyone with a brain is to get in on a passive income stream while you still can, doesn't matter which one it is just get on it and stay committed.
@lindseylamar1990
2 жыл бұрын
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2 жыл бұрын
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@kyliegreg6003
2 жыл бұрын
@Werner Wilhelm Thank you for this, Will definitely reach out to him. Thanks again 😊😊
@noahmadlaina1412
2 жыл бұрын
Wow! Nicely said indeed no doubt Mr Philip McCarthy is the best step to take following the current situation of the world economy, I have never believed in Bitcoin or crypto currency in all, but this has been a life changing encounter today!!
It looks like there has been a bit of cleaning up. What a shame this beautiful building was simply left. What stories it holds, what history it holds. Great job!
Marvelous thank you both !
Amazing, Unbelievable and Beautiful Just love this so very much Awesome job Sam and Jesse 👏🏻👏🏻
Some of those books in that library are probably worth a fortune.
What an amzing home, the details on the furniture is beautiful, thank you for showing us these abandoned buildings xx
I always find it very sad if such Propertys will just decay and there is no heir...imagine this walls could Talk...what kind of Storys or Tragedies could this House tell...these Buildings are witnesses of History..i hope somebody will keep this treasure...
My absolute favorite video!
Amei essa viagem no tempo... Parabéns pelo belo trabalho. Saudações do 🇧🇷.
Great exploration and tour. I hope someone restores this chateau, so sad to see it just abandoned like that.
Absolutely beautiful place, I would have loved to be there!!
@SamandJessexplore - This is the 2nd video I have watched by you two. You do an incredible job showcasing these homes, Castles, and Mansions. You two were made for each other! You two should start a Historical Exploration channel, International Magazine, or cable Network showcasing couples who explore like you two do. What a blessing to so many people you two are! Your Travels open up new worlds and definitely appreciation for days of old. Such breathy voices -- one of you has a more spiritual breath exuding when you speak. Blessings and safe travels because many are watching and going along with you 🌴🤓🌺🚙🌄
What I don't understand is why the owners leave things behind, especially those pieces of phenomenal furniture, art objects and paintings. Why not hire a salvage company to come in and take out what can be sold, sell it and not leave it to fall to ruin? I would love to have that huge shelf unit in that first room you went into. Maybe there are no heirs? Because you would think even if the heirs don't want the house, the least they could do is pay someone to empty it and sell the contents.
What a fascinating place. I could spend hours there.
Just liked and watching another of your fabulous videos xx
The drawings you wondered about were were of the various French kings. Louis le Grand was Louis the XIV, the longest ruling monarch in history, also known as the Sun King. He was very proud of his nice legs. There was Louis the X111, Louis the XVI, married to Marie Antoinette, both beheaded in the French Revolution, and zi think Charles. X. People would have pictures of the monarchs in their homes.
Omg I just loved the dining room. You guys find some really cool places. Keep up the good work 🙂
I can’t help but hope that someone can claim the property. I can’t bear the thought of all this history moldering into dust.
I'M A NEW SUBSCRIBER! What an amazing place that was! The amount of bedrooms there were phenomenonal. Some of the beds were beautiful, too. Just a shame that it's standing there rotting away. I absolutely loved this.
Oooh WAUWWWW, what a mind blowing palace, could this one be a candidate for the bed &breakfast in the future, my Dear Sam&Jess? Thank you again, the antiques and rooms such a time capsule, and so beautiful. Have a lovely Weekend together. As always friendly greetings,respect and Love from us:Anne&Harry from Amsterdam. ✌🤘👋🐾🐾❤❤❤❤❤🙏❤❤❤❤❤😘👍👍👍👍
That is such an outstandingly beautiful building… it brought tears to my eyes at times! I’ll be watching this again…
The carvings and fabrics on the walls are just amazing the whole place is beautiful
Lol! You find a secret winding staircase, and all Sam cares about are the rocks! I'd be running up those stairs first thing.
Gorgeous!
The "Little Box" upstairs is called a tabernacle. It is used to hold the eucharist in many christian churches
❤That was so beautiful I just really enjoyed it. Awesome 👍
Thank you. This is something I would never see. Thank so much. Absolutely beautiful. From Virginia in USA.
Yet another amazing explore of an absolutely beautiful place guys you are the best at what you do 👊
I love places like that different stairs,like a maze inside
Fabulous Chateau it should be saved it's a crime to let in rot. The drawings in the frames refer to Kings of France - The X V 111 are roman numerals. ie: Charles X is Charles the 10th, Louis XV111 is Louis the 18th. X = 10/ V = 5/ 1 = 1st/ 11= 2nd/ 111= 3rd etc. Great explore guys.
What a stunning property 😍 ✨️ 👌
Amazing tour again. You are so funny when you go Scooby Doo investigator... The Louis picture are of kings The diagram are just the house. I don't think he was an architect. I just love the explore.. You 2 are my favorite guides. I so want to go to Europe. Simply marvelous! Thank you 🐟
Wow 😍 what a spectacular place and a fascinating explore, nice job 👍❣️
What a wonderful place. I bet there was much more to see. Thanks for sharing
Utterly mind melting! It has to be my favorite. Super cooool. Thank you Thank you
Awesome video. Thanks for shearing.
Hey guys. Charles X was the last bourbon king of France 1824-1830! The history is very interesting. Great video as usual. ❤
I just wanted to say that I love you guys. Your energy and your passion, and of course the chemistry between you two. ❤️ So greetings from Finland! 🇫🇮 I really enjoy watching your videos. It is so relaxing... Keep on doing good work. 👍
What a find guys, loved every minute of this video. Such a shame it’s left to deteriorate like that. Thankyou for taking us on an amazing journey. That little cupboards in the shrine would be to keep the items for holy communion. Much love from Australia,
The ‘artwork’ on the edges and covers of books is called marbling. It’s created by dropping oil based inks on the surface of water, swirling to create a pattern, and dipping the paper in. The oil clings to the paper and transfers the pattern. It was particularly popular in the Victorian era.
Sam&Jess that's no pigs nose, that's the nose off a wild boar!
Charles X | Palace of Versailles 1757-1836 The son of the Dauphin Louis-Ferdinand of France and Maria Josepha of Saxony, Charles X succeeded his two brothers, Louis XVI and Louis XVIII, to the French throne. He ascended to the throne in 1824 as Charles X and tried to ensure the concrete continuation of the monarchy more than 30 years after the French Revolution.
Looks like a castle. Upstairs is beautiful.
This was absolutely incredible, thank you Sam and Jess!!!
Hi Sam and Jess great looking around the French mansion some truly beautiful furniture and belonging left l find it amazing its not been stolen great explor thanks for sharing 👍
Thankyou for kindly showing us this exceptional location. An amazing film could be made there.
I love that you made the bed Sam. and your knowledge and explanations are amazing. I truly enjoy watching you two.
I'm hooked. You guys do a great job. It must be so much fun.
Stunning! Thank you Sam and Jesse👍🏻💕
Amazing find. Amazing!
Thank you jess and Sam for bringing your amazing adventures into my home. Love you guys. Many blessings Amanda ❤ 🙌 🙏
Amazing video guys 👍💖 loved this massive amazing place so many bedrooms and hidden stairs and rooms well done such a lovely old place, can't believe it's all just left like that, keep up the good work 👍💖 can't wait to see Mondays massive place xx take care much luv xx
What a fabulous place, loved it, thanks for sharing guys 🙂🙃👍
Fantastic, what a place to explore. Thanks for finding it. 🥰
What a beautiful castle 🏰 😍. I love castle's. I love all of the antiques and things that are left behind. Awesome explore 👌 😎. Take care 👍 😊 😀 🙂 💕 💜
That little staircase behind the bed might have been for someones personal servant to come to them & help them with dressing etc, posh clothes were not so easy to put on in those days, what with corsets to lace up & bits that had to be pinned into place & sometimes fantastic wigs & hair-pieces to augment what the wearer had naturally. Originally of course the servant would have had to bring jugs of hot water for washing etc.
@megfuchs9425
2 жыл бұрын
Good hypothesis! Probably right. I find stuff like that so amazingly interesting!
In the past I’ve commented that the place you were in at that time was amazing and I thought it was impossible to find someplace even more gorgeous, unique and phenomenal....BUT....you keep topping those amazing places with even more phenomenal places like this unique place. The amazing and unique carved wooden furniture and shelf and that metal inlay desk...WOW‼️ So many beautiful and unique antique items that must be worth a small fortune!! This place was simply amazing!!! I can’t wait to see how and with what you’ll top this one because that one things that’s guaranteed is that you will top this phenomenal place with something even more amazing and out of this world!!! Thank you for sharing this amazing exploration! I really enjoyed watching and seeing all the amazing antiques enclosed within! Keep up the great work guys!!! 🥰💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Thanks for sharing. Have a great day and be safe.
absolutely amazing explore, and you guys make it feel ever more magical! Thank you :)
Absolutely mesmerizing. Thank you for the tour. Keep up the great work. Love ya both
Another wonderful explore! Thanks for sharing it with us. I'm like Sam, I get excited when I see rocks and fossils too.
As usual a great video and also very sad
love watching you guys your awesome keep safe