A CHATEAU FULL OF LOVE, LIFE & LAUGHTER!

The morning after the ceiling collapse, I'm consoled by the return of Scotman, and a chateau full of the people I love...
The Chateau Diaries Episode 271 ✨🏰✨
Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ 🏰
This channel follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️
We share our life in this ancient chateau in the heart of the French countryside, and show you the diy, renovations, crafts, cooking and gardening that are needed to bring a home like this to life!
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[@susheila4852]

Amoury has such a calming way about him. It’s lovely that he is taking the time to teach Antoine. 👍😊

[@dawngough1133]

Amaury sounds just as good in French!

[@imhappy3093]

I didn’t think he could get more appealing 😆!

[@christineatkinson1425]

Even better x

[@franceshnni7380]

we know right? slowly crushing on him 😊

[@creech444]

"Could bring a tear to a glass eye." I"ve never heard that before, what a saying.

[@frangeorge5962]

Glad Gerry is back. You have almost a full house with Michael, Ruth, Nick, Marie and Anton. Wonderful that Anton is working with Amoury. Love from Ohio 🌄.

[@sayitright77]

glad to see i'm not the only ohio person watching. i still have to play catch up & watch all the videos :) is scotman moving there or just always visiting?

[@Beegee1952]

Antoine reminds me so much of my grandson - such a kind and considerate young man. His parents have done a marvelous job!

[@vincentminor1638]

You all have become my "Life Drug". I can not servive the week without watching every post from you and the other 11 people i fallow. You have pulled me though the last year given me sanity and help me escape my depression. You truly are the best DRUG on the market. I oue YOU a huge debt I can never repay. Because of you, Stephanie, I have begun to sketch and sew clothing one again after a 20 year absence. Thank you, thank you and again Thank You. 💖💖💖🌹🌹🌹

[@CarolinaCanada]

What a sweet message. I feel the same way. Stephanie shows us all how to live a loving life 💕

[@Theteresamaria]

Same!! Its like seeing family everyday! 😊

[@barbibutton9619]

That's truly wonderful that you feel like being creative & productive once again. I understand that. 💕🌺🌸🌷

[@neilchisholm797]

Stephanie and the La Landers have been my saving Grace thru Covid lockdowns and while I recoup in hospital after failed spinal op thru have been like visiting family and friends dropping in daily or at least frequently to brighten my day, another 2 weeks and I should be home with home physio after two months in hospital. My KZbin Chanel’s have been my life saving entertainment.

[@camilled.8852]

SAME!!!

[@sandraharvey8109]

Dear Stephanie, I’m so glad you liked the scarecrow and I don’t mind in the least that you rename him Dan. I thought perhaps he should end up in the greenhouse or as a mascot in his green van. I’ve missed his vlog these last couple of days. Tomorrow I am making my Christmas cake and have all the fruit soaking overnight in Brandy. Smells wonderful. Take care all of you and have a wonderful Christmas which I shall be following.

[@moonpie6955]

Lovely craft work ❤️

[@h.b.4058]

I was so touched by this. One of my English relatives made this same pattern and when I saw it (decades ago), she gifted it to me. Sammy is still with me, and I even attempted making some of the other scarecrow family members. She was a lovely generous lady with red poppy wallpaper in her kitchen. This brought up very fond memories.

[@caropapa]

I loved the scarecrow what great talent you have, you saying about Christmas cake all i have done is buy the fruit, i need to get my A into G and get cracking.

[@CherylSimser]

@@caropapa A into G made me laugh! 😉

[@Theteresamaria]

The scarecrow is just the cutest!!! I can't even sew a button..lol.

[@ttbko]

As if Amaury couldnt get any more gorgeous.... he has the most divine French......

[@GalaxyRangerNiko]

He's half French like Stephanie. 😀

[@ttbko]

@@GalaxyRangerNiko obvs... Since they are cousins

[@ttbko]

@@GalaxyRangerNiko this is not a given. My friend is half Welsh, half Egyptian. She speaks only English

[@carolinegooder7091]

In Dan's Vlog he said they speak French at home.

[@ttbko]

By way of clarification before I delete this comment, I am absolutely not expressing surprise that a half french man speaks French. I was commenting, clearly too obliquely, that Amaury gets more beautiful!!!! Nothing critical, nothing demeaning (unless my referring to him that way is a problem). Merely a woman complimenting a man!! 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@moda78z]

“It’s impossible to miss him usually, he’s a vision in tartan.” 🤣😂😍

[@highchiefsav]

🤣🤣👏👏

[@carolmorris5753]

So glad to have everyone at the Chateau - especially “Geraldino”, aka Gerald (I have a brother named Jerry, and I call him “Geraldine” sometimes. Amazingly he doesn’t mind 😅). I just love Gerald’s sunny spirit and sense of humor ☺️. The whole vibe at the Chateau is just wonderful.

[@missyslittlethingsinlife1920]

Really need to film a Michael Potts Sourdough bread making episode. His bread looks so incredible!!!

[@tinathene]

Pretty sure he did that last year some time…

[@missyslittlethingsinlife1920]

@@tinathene I saw that, but I do not believe it was a step by step tutorial. Unless it was for the patrons. That would be understandable.

[@tinathene]

@@missyslittlethingsinlife1920 ok, right, it’s worth another detailed episode. 🙏🏻🥖😋

[@TheIreneSchulze]

Yes please! I’ve been teaching myself with mixed success. Would love to see his method. That loaf looked epic!

[@bevbond6152]

@@TheIreneSchulze I also would really appreciate a step by step bread making tutorial from Michael Potts. The bread looks amazing.

[@elisabeth6108]

More smiles from La Lande. Thank you! Love Marie's hair - so jealous! Nice to see Antoine in the woodshop learning from Amaury. It's an impressive feat to make a chateau burst with people!

[@lisakilmer2667]

It's really enjoyable to see how all the characters learn to ebb and flow with each other. Davey's no longer surprised by being teased, Amoury's relaxed into the mess and chaos, Nati remains the eye of the storm and Gerry is comic relief. Everyone praises Michael's bread, Stephanie praises the tree surgeon, and so on. The loving kindness on display is inspiring.

[@carolinebrewer9580]

I'm glad I'm not the only one when I say Amaury's French gets us lady viewers in a meltdown..🤗

[@piperuk5366]

@Stella Marie Poetry and Green Arts Almost sounds like you're trying to convince yourself 🤣

[@fusionfrution]

Michael, Nick & family, Gerry are so special to the Chateau, intelligent, talented, funny, not to mention they go way back in the history of the chateau, they bring an elegant equilibrium to the chateau. But all La Lander are fab of course!!

[@ruthmartin9047]

How truly pretty are Annelise and Marie, beautiful inside and out!

[@anna.l8829]

Gerry is the best!! He makes me so happy, cause he's always happy. Everyone should be blessed with a Gerry in their lifes ❤

[@maryjoan4128]

So much family harmony. A blessing 💕. Aneliees.. just beautiful in her top 😊

[@leonorgrandle5960]

That bread looked amazing! I think it's time to heat up the bread oven for a pizza night. Blessings to you all!

[@juliacobb4355]

I love the getting ready for pizza night, “the cooking”! It’s always such Laurel and Hardy! Michael’s bread looks glorious. I’m wondering about salted butter. Do you not always have salted butter in you stores? I have a Wire Haired Fox Terrier and the tree man’s new Fox Terrier stole my heart. I’ve had a WFT since 1964. I’m being trained by my 6th. He’s from the Ukraine and completely adorable.

[@carolweaver3269]

Amaury is wonderful with young people! Antoine certainly is learning alot and it is very important to know things like this if one day he may own a Chateau as well, and maybe even de La Lande or a portion of it, who truly knows? I think it could happen though!? So he needs to know some of how things work too The bread looked so scrumptious, Micheal Potts! Could hear it crunch even now as it is cut! So perfect. I love freshly made bread, but who would not?!

[@tonihart2967]

Yes, it appears that Antoine might be the only child to inherit if he wants that!

[@carolweaver3269]

@@tonihart2967 H will also have grand childhood memories!

[@carolweaver3269]

So very much so, am sure!

[@billtodd999]

Thank you for always showing such good people. In the current times it is such a good escape avoiding nasty people with harsh attitudes. Thank you.

[@bigboy77dk]

Aw... I always feel like these vlogs are over, before they have even really started... Time just flies 😂

[@laurenl5843]

Stephanie is magic and she attracts magical lovely people. Lalande is my happy place. Thank you Stephanie for these two years of sunshine in a crazy world. 💜😊💜😊💜😊💜😊💜😊

[@Rosebudd1957]

totally agree with you- what a blessing Stephanie is- one just cant help smiling

[@LaReynedEpee]

Hey, Steph. I remember when I started following this vlog you describing a time when you were isolated in the château and the ceiling fell in on the corridor outside your bedroom one night. (I hope I'm remembering this right). Perhaps this recent occurrence has sent your mind back to what was a sad and difficult time in your life. Hurting your shoulder maybe a physical expression of that. This time here you are with all your people to support you. That bad period is gone, in the past. A signal for you to move forward with your life. Here you are now, prospering. Be well.

[@carolinegooder7091]

Interesting idea!

[@LaReynedEpee]

@@carolinegooder7091 Human psychology. Mental triggers. PTSD.

[@LaReynedEpee]

@@dannetterousseau4095 Nonsense.

[@karinbergman1646]

Yes, ptsd and when she mentioned her shoulder seizing up, our bodies remember the trauma and like-events can trigger recurrence of physical symptoms. Our fascia has a memory that can last forever...💗

[@LaReynedEpee]

@@karinbergman1646 👍

[@ehpeachylove]

What a wonderful, loving group of family gatherings which is what you all are now. Antoine is growing so fast and getting to be such a handsome young boy/man, and Marie looks great, Gerald always good to see him. Nice to see the tree work being done and praying that the tree man feels much better. Cute little doggies I just love all the time I get to spend with you guys from a far. Have a beautiful weekend.😘🙏❤️💋✨🥰🤗🐶🎹☀️☮️

[@icuinthelight]

I love how Stephanie is so attentive and genuinely appreciative of all the guest and people working at the Chateau!

[@icuinthelight]

@@7ofthem That's not an appropriate reply. You obviously don't watch her video's clearly...she works extremely hard, it's not easy organizing, paying bills, tending to guest...yes, she let's out rooms to paying guest, so there is a lot you do not see. Keep in mind these video's are only a few minutes of a loving looong 12 hour day of work! Shame on your for your thoughtlessness.

[@robwestley7370]

@@bl00dhoney Sandra Westley uk, it’s always a team effort keeping the show on the road, if you must troll find someone else to troll

[@Vee-zx6eh]

Michael Potts and his amazing bread. hmmmm. Are you guys going to fire up the big bread oven during everyone's stay? Amaury as an englishman is impressive then he flicks over to being Amaury the french man. Very impressive. Hello Gerald! Your chateau is complete!

[@CherylSimser]

I was so impressed with Amaury's French being so fluid. First, my brain has to find the French word , then muster with horrible verb tenses, and Voila! My French is atrocious. Antoine is the sweetest!

[@hatshepsut8329]

I’ve been waiting for another one of Mr. Potts fabulous looking breads! So glad that Stephanie’s shoulder is better and that Nick the tree guy is on the mend as well and that his injury wasn’t worse! I wish that I could go to Annalise to get my hair done as she ALWAYS seems to get it right with everyone! Amaury is the perfect man to be mentoring Antione in woodworking, he will always remember it! 🥰

[@angelatorlop4319]

I just love watching the daily life at the Chateau. Steph, I can empathize with the shoulder! I have bursitis in my right shoulder following a fall and boy is it painful and it makes using the right arm very tiring where it never was. Look after yourself.

[@louisegatti9262]

Good one today Stephanie.....I smile through the whole vlog and your ending was epic with Dan's famous words. "See ya tomorrow" Yep, there sure is lots of love at your Chateau, it can be felt through the lenses on this side...cheers to you all!!!

[@maryallen6334]

How wonderful to see the chateau full of characters. I hope they are all there for christmas. Life would be rather dreary without your vlogs. It's wonderful that you share the camaraderie with us. So many of us need to remember what life, laughter, and energy was like decades ago and your videos bring that back. I am so grateful.

[@elisabethe8055]

Antoine and Amury, what a great consultation!

[@lillianmorgancbc]

Hi from Canada and myself, feeling so down today I look outside myself to find happiness and try to forget even for 23 minutes and 53 seconds.. My beautiful son of just 36 years passed last November 19th and as it gets close to the date I think I cant do this, but I can and must. So watching videos that Mike and I brought us laughter helps. Thank you for your infectious laughter, sharing, kindness and happiness. I know we find happiness within but sometimes we do have to look within others. You are so sweet and wonderful, all of you there. Nice Jerry is back he is so funny, and a Hugh congratulations to you and Philip. May you experience may years of unconditional love happiness and laughter. Your perfect for one another Thanks again you just can't imagine in much needed times just how appreciated you are. This was extremely difficult to share but it actually helped, much love always to you all.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello dear, how are you doing?

[@zander8018]

Listening to Armory and Antawn .... one speaking french and they other replays in English is how I grew up. The Chateau is alive with good karma.

[@wendylang5791]

I have to say that Marie has the best smile ever - truly.

[@tamaliaalisjahbana9354]

I knew there would be wisteria at the chateau! How could there not be? They are so beautiful! So nice to see Amery teaching Antoine who is a dear. Such a good child, keen to help and to learn. Its also very pleasant hearing Amery speak French so well. After all the chateau is in France.

[@jasperjavellana4454]

The Chateau is bursting with excitement !!! 😃 It’s so much fun to see LaLanders coming back home to add more life to the Chateau. 👍 👍 👍 Nick, the Tree Surgeon, is an amazing guy. His skill entails creativity and foresight. Looking forward to the new kook of the forest.

[@lucygriffiths7490]

The little terrier was to die for - more of him if poss please Steph! And the carpentry duo!! Fantastique! xx

[@cathytilghman]

Just love all the lovely people in this vlog tonight

[@maryschlotter108]

Love when everyone is at the Chateau. Please take care of your health Stephanie. ❤️

[@imhappy3093]

I love when the LaLande family comes together. It just amazes me how much they enjoy each other’s company for extended periods of time although they do have the benefit of editing lol. But certainly, it’s very clear how they’re all respectful and very caring of each other, and that’s not an easy thing to do in a big family.

[@chrismccoy]

Analise is so cute. Love seeing her and Marie, Antoine, Nic, Michael, and always Gerald!

[@metropcs7560]

Oh Stephanie this video is so great!!! I just praise the Lord for how Gerry looks so good, many people have prayed for him. Nick and family, all are returning, makes life so warm and cozy. God bless you all. Love the forest and scenery. I miss my Ians when I don't see them. Thank you for sharing!!! Selmar and Dan and all!!!

[@elly7826]

Amen!!!!🙏❤️

[@Ssmith248]

GERALD!!! When will you move in and stay? You make me smile ❤️

[@laurietheiw]

Amaury is such a heartthrob ... and a patient teacher, too!

[@marie78091]

This episode melts my heart. How wonderful having families around and helping each other in your home chateaux. Glad to see Gerald again. I just found out today that Amaury voice is very soothing to the ear. I also miss mummy Isabelle. All of you has distinct voice tone, especially your laughter, Stephanie. It's an infectious laughter 🍻🤣🤣🤣⭐

[@lunaandstella825]

So good to see everyone returning to the chateau. Michael Potts, marie, nick and Antoine. Amaury can never leave again, he’s such a gem. Gerald there too. Now all we need is Mommy and Percy and the whole gang is there for winter/christmas. I hope you have all of them there this winter to keep you company, along with Nattie, Dan and many, many more friends. Hopefully Cat and Marie too?

[@zoerphl]

So sweet Amaury and Antoine... he's getting the shop class of his life! I remember doing shop class in middle school around age 12 and loving it. As long as he's supervised he'll be ok! So much fun.

[@zoerphl]

Also- you should have michael bake a bunch of bread and freeze it for when he's gone!

[@annettewalter2273]

Wonderful to have everyone around you Stephanie, Anton is growing up and it’s great that he wants to learn from Amoury. Annalise’s hair styles were epic.

[@kerryharding5587]

❤️🧡 Lalande reminds us of the joy and goodness in people 🧡❤️ What an wonderful opportunity for Antoine to learn about carpentry and power tools. Such a handy life skill in general. Amiable synergy between Amoury and Antoine to practise French and English. 🕊

[@Theteresamaria]

Antonie is growing so fast!! Love Marie and Antonie's new haircuts! Its just so nice to see La Lande filled with everyone again!🏰💕

[@debbiecraig9946]

So lovely to see everyone back at Chateau De La Lande. Wish Mummy & Percy were there too. Not until spring? Stephanie, you're such a lovely lady! Thank you for sharing your life, love & laughter with us. So joyful & uplifting ♥️ You all are so lovely & kind. Exactly what the world needs more of. Take care of yourself Stephanie. Your health is number 1 & we all enjoy you & your friends & family. Love to all. Nati, thank you for taking care of everything & being you ♥️

[@amandalevy1227]

@Debbie Craig, I'll second that!

[@lesserpoo]

Sweet Annalise… love seeing her. She has such a beautiful spirit!!

[@michaeldriebeekvanderven]

I know it is not a big thing, but hearing the “… and thanks to all of you.” being put back in the outtro really made me happy 🤩 Apparently I missed it ☺️

[@brianswinscoe5412]

You have the best brother in the World. We all love Gerry xxx

[@clairendicunguye8652]

Annalise is so pretty and talented!

[@kristadixon3272]

It would be so fun to see before and after footage of Amoury's workshop! When it's all done and tidy to his specifications of course!!

[@charlenelindsay2019]

Stephanie, I love your sense of humor, most especially, with the scarecrow. You are so appreciated. Hugs

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

So happy to see everyone there!! Everyone is so busy; what a happy place! LOVE you ALL! ❤

[@simoneconsciousobserver3105]

Anton sure is a fortunate boy. And a very sweet one too. Multi lingual and able to learn good skills at a young age.

[@denisenall1179]

Much love to all LaLanders. I Wish someday to visit.

[@Heidieqx]

Haha Dan the Gardener Scarcrow!! "See ya tomorra"!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@jeanoliver3784]

Love the easy love and appreciation everyone has for each other at LaLande. It is a real family between you all.

[@metropcs7560]

Wow Amaury, all the talent in your brain is amazing. My son before he passed was in your field of work so you keep my interest going. I appreciate all you do. Have a great weekend.

[@barbibutton9619]

Sorry for your loss. Must have been very difficult. Blessings. 💕🌺🌸🌷💕

[@Sosoph098]

Aww antoine being a future chatelaine is so adorable. I will be a grandma by then 😱

[@judyoneal7887]

Stephanie & Gerry, I just love seeing your relationship. It’s so lovely knowing families can be fashioned in more ways than 1.

[@donnastevenson6700]

Stephanie Jarvis your vlogs, your big diverse family and friends, and pets make me so happy. I truly feel Iam there with you, and you bring me absolute happiness!

[@anitaw3255]

I watch all your current videos and am watching older videos in random order chosen by KZbin :) the opening in the yellow suit makes me smile and picture in my mind Philip wearing that outfit as a party costume. Thank you for sharing your chateau and fun.

[@lcg5790]

And on that note I'll say how great it was to see your 'extended family' there with you Stephanie, miss them when they're gone.

[@lisaburns1660]

So great to see everyone there for a happy, full house!

[@ralphjones9903]

Glad Scotman is back 👍love the end bit imitating Dan how he ends his vlogs 😅😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@lorky24]

What a delightful episode. A house full of quirky and wonderful characters. Especially gald to see Antoine again. Love from Victoria, BC Canada

[@johncunningham1098]

So many loving and kind people! So glad to see everyone again! Much love to all.

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

So happy to see the house full again with family and friends. All that is missing is your mom and Percy. Miss them too 😍😘

[@franceshnni7380]

I’m always happy to see a full house, mommy and Percy though…miss them 😊

[@kimberlymoore9776]

Absolutely love your family and friends. What a wonderful bunch!! And Stephanie what a true sweetheart you are to everyone. Love from Arkansas

[@brandispry576]

I thought he was her gay best friend. I am so happy for her though and think it’s so sad a news channel thought it was THEIR place to announce that when she has made such an effort to keep her relationship life so private. Shame on them!!!!!!! And age does NOT matter!!!! Be happy, be in love and live life Stephanie.

[@gilliandunn3339]

Oh perfect Stephanie - ‘see yah tomorrah 🤣

[@hopegrable]

It's so great seeing you all together enjoying each other's company. You have such a wonderful family, Stephanie. Thank you for sharing some of your time together with us. I hope you got lots of squeezes from everybody. Have a peaceful weekend. 💗

[@christineb-jbsbtb]

Its so fun to watch when you have many friends there to share your days with, what a glorious life!

[@Marykguise]

Oh my gosh!!! I love a full house!!! And as an American we do have different accents throughout the states, but I absolutely love all the languages and accents at the Chateau. I do have to say that Scotman’s is the best!! So cool to see Antoine learning carpentry with Amaury. What a blessed young man he is!!!

[@goldenineke]

A wonderful household, full of love ❤️

[@angelapa9513]

Great vlogs with wonderful people

[@libbylife7161]

Everyone is so polite and sweet. 😍😍

[@rebeccawhite7448]

Could you bottle Emery’s voice and sell it please🙏🏻😉🇺🇸

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

It is great that Amoury is passing on the skills. Thank you for the video!

[@leighnorris8319]

So glad to see everyone! Stephanie, your ending was perfect 🥰

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

What a wonderful vlog !! Lovely people all around the chateau!

[@MyriamEH]

This was such a great episode!

[@Stephdayosteph]

Love to see everyone coming back to the Chateau!

[@lindavazquez589]

Make a glass eye tear.....hysterical! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@carolehanrahan]

I am so jealous! Seeing the butter melted into that gorgeous bread.... I could practically smell and taste it from here.

[@cathleencumpton779]

I think that was egg yoke from the poached egg.

[@njolegant5740]

so wonderful to see you all complete! how happy la lande is!

[@gloriagavaneli9862]

Wonderful to see you all together again. The family.

[@patdowney4984]

What a happy house 🏠 .great to see Gerry back x

[@yureituesday]

Awww Gerald looks like Christmas decoration 🎄

[@OhSoLovingly]

Now going back & watching these knowing Steph & Phillip were together makes it even sweeter! 💖

[@rosiebeardshaw658]

Hi everyone, I really look forward to seeing these. Best wishes from 🇬🇧

[@annaibarra3447]

😊☺️☺️

[@deborahreynolds1552]

Sending love to you guys, wonderful to see the care and support that just comes so naturally to you all be it in trying times or the good times. The forest near Selma's camper is going to look so amazing, what a cute puppy playing with your 100 stars gown......................... 'I WANT ONE'!!!!!!

[@roannecampagnolo4629]

So good to see everyone at the chateau!! Amaury is so good with Antoine. The bread looked so yummy. What a blessing to have so many people you love around you. Cheers from Canada.💛