Abandoned 17th Century Fairy tale Castle ~ Everything Left Behind!

[@BrosOfDecay]

*** Disclaimer *** This particular castle has been sold to a new owner, who is currently renovating the premises. If you by any chance know the location of the castle please don't try to enter it because this is punishable under French law with a fine of 15000 Euro and or one year of imprisonment. The castle is NOT abandoned anymore!

[@johnmcglynn4102]

Thank God someone will save it. Just restoring and cleaning the tapestries would probably bankrupt me.....

[@chriskoort5717]

The castle is in french countryside. Come get me, frog eating coppas.

[@strappingsolutionsllc7847]

Don't really think this was truly abandon when the video was shot either...the motion sensor seen in the corner at 11:24 looks pretty new and suggests this place was being monitored. Places like this don't stay in this condition if totally left abandoned...certainly this place would have been looted for all the antiques and collectables if truly left abandon.

[@lindad1195]

I’m glad it’s being renovated!

[@bmfilmnut]

Did you get permission to enter the castle? Just curious.

[@tecnica-de-voz]

Is good to see a KZbinr who doesn't turn this kind of video into a joke, instead shows lots of respect for everything in that property.

[@cindyjohns6222]

I totally agree with you.. These guys may be the most respectful you tubers in existence 🙌 🙏

[@paulamargaret3309]

It’s a shame he can’t keep himself from touching and moving the castle property.

[@conk449]

@@paulamargaret3309 I'm sorry to say this, but that comment was really not necessary.

[@paulamargaret3309]

@@conk449 Why? Moving the camera to capture the item would be far more responsible and show respect for others placement of belongings. The idea of watching abandoned places is to see how the have stood the test of time. I did not think it was appropriate to be rummaging and touching.. It’s my point of view on a public platform.

[@Soyprofesora]

I’ve just discovered Downton Abbey. I’m totally addicted and think about all the characters frequently. Your video of this castle was intriguing! Thank you for sharing your passion with us. We have such a short-lived history in the U.S. European arquitectura es muy interesante a mí. ¡Gracias y Mercí!

[@debhouckscraftycottage]

I so wish they'd turn these into museums and open to the public to tour, so they'd be cared for. Parts of history being lost.

[@JUMANE30]

It’s not costing anyone any money just sitting there left undisturbed. Once you start letting people in that’s when the expenses start think of it as a treasure chest you don’t open it often but when you do you expect things to be how you left them ready in case of a financial emergency.

[@brittakraus6586]

Wow… That was just soo Amazing . 👌👍Thank you for this Great Video . Greetings from Germany, Braunschweig ☺️🙋‍♀️

[@hurricanehan6073]

Kraus is on my father’s side from Germany. Who knows we could be cousins 😁

[@brittakraus6586]

@@hurricanehan6073 oh Really? That would be Great …

[@anghul7243]

Aren’t the coats horse jackets ? Just a thought.?

[@nicohusky]

That castle should hear the laughter of children again, feel them running up the staircases. Become a happy place once more. Too beautiful to let rot.

[@rachelwilliams7821]

😥 😔

[@carriered4715]

It would need a very rich person to get this beautiful place liveable again. I really hope someone Does.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@@carriered4715 me too!

[@italiantraditionalcatholic2390]

You can thank the liberal party for ruining beautiful castles such as these..

[@italiantraditionalcatholic2390]

@@carriered4715 liberals don't want anyone to own anything such as this

[@kylebolio9955]

It breaks my heart too seeing these masterpieces in ruins. The amount of abandoned castles in France alone is mind blowing. Just a standing reminder of a different time and how people used to live.

[@mimimimi_]

I’m French and I promess you, living in a castle is not the problem. There is so much people that would loooove to live in that place ! The thing is that these type of abandonned castles are not expensive but renovation would cost so much more than the castle. It’s so sad because all of these art pieces are abandonned and they are sooooo amazing, but it’s not for everybody….😢😢😢

[@zyourzgrandzmaz]

Google Chateau that are abandoned. You'll cry. Its all of them.

[@02sparklestars02]

It’s so wonderful that someone has purchased and is renovating this grand old castle. It would be such a shame for it to just decay away.

[@sweeta17]

its great . the ones that are not bought dont owners or family of owners try and sell or if there is no one to sell cant the properties go to some authority that could sell and remove the artifacts etc .

[@zxdrty]

AGREED!!👏👍😉

[@MixitMcGee]

Absolutely agree! This castle is absolutely gorgeous

[@minagomersall1063]

Thats because he's not American. No graffiti, nothing damaged. Respectful.

[@debrandw246]

The switches were to call the servants. They are still in many houses in Britain.you are in the servants area. The castle Doctor. What ever. Seems servants were in the tower of many areas. Anyone to run the castle would have lived there. Its beautiful. Thankbyou

[@AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO]

So many precious artifacts. Someone is caring for it given the contents. It should be preserved.

[@draverx1]

I’d loved to know what the family did keep?

[@juliewilson400]

@@draverx1 from the looks of it only their clothes lol

[@OikPoinFive]

@@juliewilson400 aka necessities

[@debcollins8231]

Breaks my heart to see this all decaying. Especially the tapestries.

[@sueostergaard8691]

It looks like someone is cleaning the castle, I'd expect it to be dirtier. Perhaps floors 1 & 2 have had more maintenance than those above.

[@blertaterezi2669]

Still can't belive how people leave behind the history of they're family. This place is beautiful.

[@mooselarock5596]

I don’t get that either I guess if your not rich it is a reminder of what once was a lot of up keep 2 family members probably gets depressing I would love it though

[@adeptavatar9394]

There are houses like this in the US. The last person in a family died, so the house just sits. There might not be any relatives alive, or any that want to take on emptying it out. They might be fighting out over the Will in courts.

[@BlissfulBluebell]

I believe there's some sort of inheritance tax needed to pass the property down. Most likely, they simply couldn't afford it.

[@stregalilith]

@An Internetizen Thanks for the info. It's always such a puzzle how people could just up and leave such an exquisite place with the linens still on the beds as though the family is out for a stroll and will be right back!

[@ibringthelastwords1358]

Nah because of govt. greedy taxes. Even rich people doesn't want to pay such huge taxes.

[@irmelinalkhede1504]

The painting at 30:40 is of Sweden’s and Norway’s King Oscar I. You can see the Swedish standar/crest with the crown and our flag’s colour, left corner. Oscar was born in Paris 1799 and died a In Stockholm 1859. As an historian, I reacted of course…that’s our king in a castle in 🇫🇷 France❤️ Thank you for the glimpses of history you give us. And for your utterly respect for the people who once lived there…and for those left behind.🙏🙏🙏Happy holidays to you, Bros of Decay💫✨💫👋🐾❄️☃️🤍

[@annkaniecki8102]

I was thinking that maybe it was a painting of Pedro de Alcantâra he was a member of the House of Orléans-Braganza & he also lived in France from adolescence to part of his adult life while he was in exile from Brazil. He married a bohemian noble woman, Elisabeth Dobrzensky who also resembles the lady in the picture w/ the coat of arms w/ a black shield & 2 gold lions on it,but the coat of arms and the photos don’t match up to what I’ve found online. Also, the female picture next to his resembles Isabelle of Orléans-Braganza, Countess of Paris. I would also love to know who’s initials were on the china in the wall cabinet.

[@Wyldbutterfly028]

What’s sad is that everything in there is going to be lost to decay. Those beautiful furnishings, books, lamps,tables etc.. what a shame and horrible waste.

[@Indigenous79]

They should sell this place to someone very rich that likes to restorate this castle in perfect new condition!!!

[@testedtried1233]

The people seem to be more respectful of others property.

[@ravenr876]

Someone owns that castle

[@ravenr876]

@@Indigenous79; It is restored

[@interestedineverything7251]

Can you imagine what the tapestries would have looked like before they were all faded? They were not made in shades of brown, they were vividly dies in gorgeous colors, but since the dyes were made of natural plants and animals, they fade over time. You would have been blown away by them when they were new. They are still just astounding as they are. It would take a master weaver a lifetime's work to set up the loom and make those tapestries. so sad to see so much wealth just left behind to rot: all that silver and the porcelain, the furniture, and of course the tapestries. What a waste. Thank you Bros of Decay for sharing it with us.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

I believe there was more pewter...maybe the ink well was silver...but that seems to be about it.

[@wvrjl]

The castle was bought. I hope they keep & clean/restore the tapestries.

[@farmerv8457]

As a child in Germany, I lived in the gatehouse of a walled 1629 castle with huge iron gates we had to open to let folks enter. We were forbidden from entering above the second floor of the castle itself but that did not stop me from exploring. I was a nine year old American girl ,and to this day remember the feeling of lying on an intricate parquet floor in awe of the painted ceilings. There were cherubs, angels and birds in the clouds!! The people that owned it were painting every room garish dark purples, oranges and bright greens covering all the intricate wood and plasterwork. I was in awe then angry that all this beauty was going to be obliterated. Better it not be touched than destroyed by ignorance and greed. Thank for appreciating the gifts of the past and sharing them with us.

[@NicholasShade-eq1ts]

I love your story. 💕 Keep up the good work.👍

[@vickielawson3114]

I HATE it when people paint over nice woodworking! That irks me intensely. Such a shame when nitwits do that.

[@PleaseNThankYou]

Did you raze it to the ground rather than see it pillaged by those marauders?! For the dear Old Girl's dignity and honor, of course. 😊

[@gritsNgravy-fn5ic]

@farmer8457 THANK YOU for this info !! How VERY lucky you were to live in such a place. You would not have any pics, would you ?? I ABSOLUTELY agree with your last two sentences, ABSOLUTELY !!!

[@wvrjl]

Yes, that would anger me as well. But I also hate seeing them rot.

[@sinemsarcicek7805]

Kindness of your soul is in your softness of your voice ,Lesley. Thank you both to your brother and to you

[@matnzone4151]

If the castle was sold with all those books inside there could be some rare books amongst them as well as the paintings and tapestries. Overall nice castle - would be nice if the new owners would give you a tour of the restored castle.

[@rleannphoto]

I would love to see that

[@Fpclark]

Ugh I would love to see the renovation too

[@noelmey2118]

Me too, very interested although probably years away from completion

[@leslienold7719]

That would be incredible! I almost hope they turn it in to a B&B -Allowing people to visit. But that does turn it very public.

[@elizabethnievesglez5980]

I would love to see a video of the restoration as well.

[@elizabethtorres6069]

🍃Lesley, words can not explain this magnificent decaying beauty. You must be in complete shock, in this time capsule. We will never know, what part this family played in France's History, for most of their identity, has been purposely removed. Not only were they rich, but also an important family in society. Whoever they were, clearly enjoyed the good things, and good things surrounded them in every room. Their choice in Tapestries, painted scenery, furnishings, especially the items designed for their rooms, the expense definitely wasn't a problem. I can see myself there, for hours as well. I love they way, they Incorporated colors, that I would not have chosen, if it weren't seen by my own eyes. It might have been the piano room, at the fireplace. The colors of light sage, a hint of peach blush and the light wood, blew my mind. I would love to live there for a week, dressed completely in 17 Century attire. Thank you Lesley, this video... and yes, "I took it ALL in." is a Gem.🍃

[@metallicamark69]

I want to take a moment and thank you for showing us the best shots of furniture, clothing and artwork. Out of all our binge watching, you boys are the best 👌

[@mintyjun]

As an old soul like everyone elsewho loves exploring this kind of place. I could feel the loneliness of this mansion. Can't explain further since i'm bad at it. Thank u for this video!!

[@garycarpenter2980]

I know what you mean sir/lady.A great place like that should be fixed up and lived in.I have a friend who dabbles in antiques,she would have a field day there

[@susantasker6120]

You put it well it seems lonely and what did it look like brand new and filled with peop,e moving around living

[@susantasker6120]

I want to go in and start cleaning and restoring!

[@garycarpenter2980]

Start cleaning.....youd have to have an army to help in that house

[@alainaguerry255]

For you to perfectly explain this place in one word?? You are not bad at it all. That's powerful. Nicely done.

[@anacceptablename332]

even though it’s in disrepair, the castle is absolutely a work of art. the architecture is so elegant and is so amazing to see. it’s almost unreal to see such beautiful things to go forgotten and abandoned. i’m glad to know that this castle has a new owner and is being renovated. this castle deserves to be preserved

[@sweeta17]

he said grand entry . i dont think it is seems a tiny entrance for such a huge place where as other chateaus have plenty of entry space . like angel and dick in france

[@holymolyholymoly2624]

It's in great shape the castle

[@QueenofArgyle2525]

@@sweeta17 not such a disadvantage. Probably a good thing.

[@jamiedee36]

I love watching someone who’s as obsessed with history. You did an amazing job and I appreciate how respectful you are of the property as well as the history.

[@tambarb8235]

Not respectful, in my opinion. I once left my home for a few years to be with my child in the hospital, as I am a widow. I left all my valuables at the home, just like this family. I would hate for people to be walking through my home, I would feel violated. ... but you know what... some neighbors and a realtor did just that, they broke in ... they even cut down my rose bushes or dug them up while my son was getting chemotherapy. I came home and knew the home was entered without my permission, the police called it vandalism. The old lady may be ill, as my son was and I feel it should be abandoned much differently before people assume. Now this lady could not make the repairs herself. And her son likely, wants to look after her comfort for the immediate future, which is not wrong for a son to do.

[@darlenemichuk124]

@@tambarb8235 My Sincere Condolences. Did this person have rights to break into such a beautiful place like a Historical Society? Somewhat lacking respect and self fulfilling if so. We as children siblings, cousins and friends from the beach. hiking along the shore of Lake Winnipeg found a two story house right on the shore. We went inside seemed to be a party place, thinking now. Pool Tables, TV'S, furniture, plus in the kitchen there was plates of food still left abandoned. Once we saw that half eaten plates, we scrambled out of there and never to be spoke of again. This was in the 70's? I was maybe 10 years old. Today am 60+ still not ever talking to any people we were with back then. Plus have only told maybe 2 or 3 people and those few had strange looks for me and ZERO comment. We were scared and booked it out of there. Maybe thinking we were trespassing? Still difficult to believe. Believe we talked around it. My brother like he said he thinks "Audrey is gonna write a book about being at the beach"

[@alicerees1286]

I willing to bet that he NEVER asked permission to be there ‼️

[@alicerees1286]

I'm willing to bet he's trespassing ‼️

[@jamiedee36]

I thought he said in the beginning that he asked the home owners permission? Regardless, he is being respectful, he’s not breaking or taking anything.

[@my2cworth4U]

Extraordinary! In Australia, this property would be taken over by the National Trust and painstakingly restored by volunteers, then opened for public interest. It's unbelievable how all this can be abandoned at any stage by the owners. Thank you for showing us this amazing find.

[@lloyddale3818]

I'm just guessing, but I don't think the owners are broke because there is probably a million dollars or more worth of antiques in the building. Probably left in some convoluted trust that the heirs can not accommodate in their ongoing lives. PS I'm an Aussie, too.

[@my2cworth4U]

@@lloyddale3818 what a waste 🇦🇺

[@peymanyarian2830]

Hi Leslie, The carpet hanging on the wall is Iranian. Persian poems are written around it and a poplar tree, which is a symbol of 7,000 years, is in the middle of the carpet.

[@sarahrickman6609]

Interesting. 7,000 yrs. And 7 being God's number of Completion. Really interesting. I can just imagine the people that made the rug so long ago. I love middle eastern history too.

[@TressieHintonHanford29]

There are ,i noticed tapestries of" The Wild Hunt. " A barbaric sport in medieval history where nobles would hunt surfs. Also the unicorn is also displayed. Incredible

[@gaylemc2692]

Thank you for posting such interesting information.

[@NeGolden1388]

Peyman, Thank you for your very careful attention. I love Persian carpets.

[@nativetexan6628]

@@TressieHintonHanford29 I mean I'm horrified! They actually hunted people? Did they eat them? Lol! No but seriously, why were they hunting serfs? I'm from the US and we know very little about that Era of Europe.

[@michellepeterson5181]

What a privilege to be able to see the real past as it was. I didn't intend to spend this much time watching anything today but couldn't stop watching. Thank you so much for these and i love that you respect the premises the way you do.

[@tonyawilliams507]

I felt the exact same way too when I came across this video.

[@williambrooke6266]

This is what I love to do To find properties, whether important very old properties all the way to much newer and abandoned properties and restore them to pristine condition. Thanks for sharing your latest discovery, William

[@debistanley2791]

Agree!

[@JesserDaddy]

There was a radiator in the bedroom 😂hasnt been abandoned that long

[@stregalilith]

@@williambrooke6266 SO true! The quality, the artistry can't be beat today. Bravo to you for choosing to restore rather than vandalize by "renovating"!

[@kristensorensen2219]

This place looks cared for. France should keep this up as a museum for tourism.

[@tlockerk]

alarm systems too, so someone is noting what is going on there.

[@28105wsking]

They really should and it should be repaired and run as a hotel and vacation getaway.

[@juniorsir9521]

At 2:58-3:00 pause the video. The window right of the arch door at the bottom right there is a demon face staring. Maybe screenshot and zoom in you’ll see it. The face is half covered. It’s pale too.

[@candisshort8227]

@@juniorsir9521 omg, it's weeds!! Blurry from enlarging the picture. Smh, it's not a ghost or demon or spirit!!! 😒

[@juniorsir9521]

@@candisshort8227 no I’m not talking about the window on ground level. The window above. The left window to the main entrance. As you go up the steps that main door with the round top. Ok now look to the left. The first window to the left of it. At the bottom right hand of that very window it appears to show a face half covered and pale. The window at the bottom of the main door is the one I think you’re referring to where the face is or could be the weeds.

[@kyote1089]

Still trying to pick my jaw up off the floor! As someone who does old fashioned hand embroidery and other intricate crafts, I'm in awe of the tapestries! The detail is phenomenal! It baffles me that people would commission these massive pieces, especially with a very unpredictable, low life expectancy, considering how long things took/take to create!

[@LuameravaXO]

It kind of makes me sad to see homes left like this. It tells a story, but also makes you want to know more because they left so much behind.

[@natashalove7016]

That’s what happens when people have to much money 😂

[@cathrynclark8189]

This is the first video of yours that I've watched, and I'd like to see an 'urban explorer' in a beautiful abandoned castle, being respectful, not looking for ghosts, not disturbing the place but treating it like the magnificent history it is. Nicely done!

[@taessugakookiie5113]

The side comments about the explorer crew are not needed. They still do explore and give history without creating huge problems or destruction of property outside of the ghost hunting shit lol. Like exploring with Josh or sam and Colby. Go watch their stuff from 2-6 years ago, you’ll be pleasantly surprised

[@sophiekatt7027]

It breaks my heart that such fine artwork and books are going to rot and ruin. I feel certain there is hundreds of thousands of dollars in one-of-a-kind pieces and first-editions and original paintings! Heartbreaking, really.

[@lorigarza9971]

I agree, especially those beautiful tapestries!

[@crystalclear5684]

Yes, heartbreaking! 😪

[@XenaBe25]

@@lorigarza9971 Ikr. In the one room alone, priced at Wayfair cheap knockoff prices, the tapestries would cost over $5000. I'm sure those are worth 10x or 20x that much. I get not having the money to maintain the house itself, but why let those beautiful antiques rot? Even the dirty little Snoopy toy looks like it could be worth a few hundred if it were in good condition.

[@tonyakruid2095]

Why can’t the explorers take some of the books and paintings to keep… Nobody else wants it

[@daphne4983]

Totally unacceptable!

[@alexandria8255]

The pattern of the wood on the pool table looks to be Tiger Maple. It's gorgeous! The towers we call turrets. Such a grand castle! Thank you for the tour.

[@yonnes42]

I really hope they kept a LOT of what was in the house. This is genuine history.

[@snowcreek7156]

The most soothing voice on all the internet. Every time I am restless in bed, I watch one of your videos at night, I fall right asleep, now it’s morning, I’ll have to replay this now! Thanks again for putting me to sleep, when I couldn’t. ❤️ your channel & voice. Spotsylvania, Virginia, 🇺🇸

[@Neddoest]

Spotsy county! 👋 I went to battlefield middle school in the 90s. Love that area

[@alid4789]

I can’t imagine abandoning something like this. All the beautiful things just waiting to be found and loved, again 💔 So sweet how you notice/ point out the detailed tea kettles and special characteristics of the castle

[@jannawhitten2473]

I am soooo happy there is a new owner! Hopefully they restore this beautiful masterpiece!

[@bethpeters3187]

The more I watch the more I just can't believe this building is being left to rot. It should be restored and tour guided. Its full of rich history...its magnificent

[@corinatrian.2073]

Yes, I agree with you, it should be a museum for people to see, it's so pity! !!!!!!!!!!!

[@reinoud6377]

The enty fees should be enough to keep up the place

[@scotchette]

@@reinoud6377 They have already too many beautiful castles for tourism in France.

[@desireekotze]

It said VOC ON THE SPOUT OF THE GRAVY BOAT. VOC stands for Dutch East Indian Company and the porcelain was some of the best porcelain you could buy CIRCA 1600 to 1700.

[@nickbakker6963]

Thanks for making the long drive to bring us this masterpiece!! From the looks of the decay, parts of this castle have been abandoned, or at least not used, for a very long time. That may explain why the owner(s) moved out. The cost would be significant to make this a warm and comfortable dwelling again. I was born in Amsterdam (many years ago) and I clearly remember Oma and Opa having rug tapestries on the walls. They were of an Egyptian motif - sphinx , pyramids, camels. They were for noise abatement and also helped keep the flat warm. It appears to have been a European practice back in the day. Thanks again Leslie - stay safe!! and safe drive home!!

[@starbuono825]

Thank you for not using bad language ! And for all the respect you show with everything ! It shows you guys are. truly Fine young Men ! 👍 keep Up the great work ! I hope one day you will have your own TV show!! I wish you the VERY BEST !! ❤

[@libertarian4323]

The reason the "servants" area was in such disrepair wasn't "rich vs poor", it is that the family likely could no longer afford to keep a full staff beyond the early years of the 20th century. There was nothing "modern" in that part of the house and it was locked up. Probably no one has used those rooms since before WW2.

[@proudindiancitizen2494]

I agree

[@stool-pigeon]

Still rich vs poor tho...

[@CallieCEntertainment]

@@stool-pigeon not really, more like the rich becoming poor. If they can't afford to keep the home up, they are just as poor as regular people.

[@Anonymousange]

@@stool-pigeon Um ofc it's rich vs poor , the owners doesn't have to put servants in a high place if the doesn't want to in the end of the day they're poor 😂

[@msjujuz266]

Yes people and up living in two or three rooms.

[@mayc.7746]

I can understand why estates like this get left behind. It takes a lot of money to run a place this big and not everybody wants this kind of lodging in the current world. Deep cleaning a room in this castle probably require a historian to orchestrate the dos and don’ts as you want to preserve the original state of everything. Kudos to those who are that committed.

[@sharonstromley9350]

I admire the integrity okf these gentlemen..things that could bring them a lot of money but they are carefully returned to their spot. Thank you for sharing a world gone by but even more for respecting the treasures and history.

[@marilynmeador5280]

You do a wonderful job telling us about the castles, he in the US we do not have castles.

[@theresewattiaux5973]

Ou se trouve ce château

[@sequoiany3078]

@@theresewattiaux5973 quelque part en france. le gat n'a pas dit ou.

[@trishcook7810]

There are no words to describe the beauty of this place. The tapestries are works of art. Thank you for taking us along for this adventure. You are amazing as well as your team. Stay safe.

[@cathlenerandolph4602]

Thanks! My first watch and I loved it. Would love to see more.

[@nancytestani1470]

This is just incredible..the tapestries, Alone are priceless.. the cabinets, the woodwork, the doors, everything amazing, so French chateau. So sad, forlorn but still a beautiful Grande Dame.. The tapestries, OMG

[@lapacesiaconvoi]

it is gorgeous. just the footage alone, and i didn't know we were going to see the inside.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@Beth Weathers oh wonderful! Thank you!

[@jrtravis7487]

I am so happy to see all these explorers bringing a friend with them. It’s not safe to be investigating alone anymore. I actually feel more relaxed watching a video knowing there’s someone else with then so if they come into contact of a stranger or get hurt that there’s someone watching their back.

[@28105wsking]

The last candle is to St. Francis of Asissi. How sad. Someone should buy this castle and repair it! What a wonderful tourist spot it could be! The dining room would lead to the smoking room where the gentlemen would enjoy a brandy and smoke and discuss manly things, and the "Retiring Room" for the ladies to have a chat with each other. .

[@startskyhutch4755]

Old enough to have more class than you

[@lizarosa156]

I remember hearing they loved a Brandy and a cigar on the veranda. So beautiful if they can discuss politics history in a lovely way. I think, intelligent evolved ppl can exchange ideas, seeing all sides points of views. But, still retain thier own views. It's Good, if you can be emotional and other person can do the same, that contradicts your views. It's sad, when nobody tries to listen and understand nowadays, lost morals

[@lizarosa156]

I love at Francis of Assisi

[@irishred2u2]

@ Wendy S King yes, St. Francis. For a second I was wondering if it was St. Pio or St. Francis, both had the Stigmata. I can't remember if St. Francis Stigmata was visible?

[@cynthiaennis3107]

I thought I saw a photo of St Francis there by a candle early on! Thank you!

[@davedebang-bang6168]

This is an incredible find, I’m so overjoyed there has been no idiots vandals so far 22:54 I really hope the new owners renovate this place with care and passion and are sympathetic to the history this place is steeped in I hope they keep at least some notes of the house, it would be such a shame to rip it all out and make it all modern, the years of thought and hard work, and love that has gone into that castle should be kept with pride, the attention to detail in some of those rooms is outstanding, there is much history here, I’d love to be able to go through the history of the house and every single person who has lived there Regards from eastbourne East Sussex UK xxx

[@karolinamanka2113]

I love how much respect you give to all the objects and people who owned them.

[@gloriadiaz8912]

The first thing , I too noticed .

[@JimmyScribbles]

Not every cultures first thought is to take its nice to see

[@joymoloney1067]

Perhaps Lesley doesn't know some things but he is a student who takes us with him as he explores forgotten buildings. I often pick him up on things but it is an enjoyable trip into another life that he shows us and one which most of us would never experience otherwise. Thank you Lesley.

[@camolineowens9365]

Yes. I noticed that he didn’t exactly know what the items were, often mis-identifying them and having no knowledge of their era or design….. but he overcomes what he doesn’t know with his warm and genuine fascination for such abandoned antiquities. ❤️. It doesn’t hurt that he’s cute either. 😉

[@petercrossley2956]

@@camolineowens9365 Yes, his knowledge is limited but he does try and not just skip over what he does not recognize. His very personable delivery allows a certain license to those of us interested in these videos.

[@CastledarkDweller27]

@@camolineowens9365 oh my yes.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

Very true! And most grateful!

[@madonnacress6333]

Great explore, this was a true time capsule that really hadn't been trashed. Love this type of explore. Stay safe!

[@thispage420]

You whispering goes to show how you don't even want to disturb and wake up any lost souls. Like it's so respectful ❤

[@natikalucas3747]

I can't even watch anyone else's documentaries/tours. I love everything about Bros of Decay. He does such a beautiful job of storytelling and takes viewers with him. I don't get dizzy and aggravated. I get lost in a good way and his beautiful voice is so calming...thank you for giving us beautiful tours. ❤

[@donnaloveall1470]

Boy, a trip back in time, I could almost see the woman in their ball gowns and the men in their finery helped out of their carriages. Your imagination could go wild. I will never understand why they leave all the finery behind... Anyway, Leslie, you are respectively taking on an adventure. See you next Sunday. Love from your US Granny! Have a beautiful week.🇺🇸💜💙😊

[@walterklaus3646]

Nice Donna , how are you doing ?

[@kianna4465]

They probably didn’t think it was important around that time , like today’s society we tend to leave things behind that might be valuable and worth millions 100 years from now.

[@mmm-uw1ep]

It's so nice to see the younger generation so enthusiastic about the history of times gone by. What a treat to see a place like this still so intact in spite of no one living there for 10 years. I didn't notice at first but when you did the close up of the rocking chair there is an amazing herringbone pattern in the floor. The "coats" that you found in the basement look like they may have been some type of tent to either put on the lawn for shade or perhaps for the beach to provide a changing room. I'm only guessing. Merci beaucoup to the French Louis family for allowing us this rare peek into another world. (Please excuse my spelling; I tried to find the correct spelling of the family name). So glad to see someone has bought the castle to restore it.

[@valentingeronimo2348]

The same I think bro ,I really enjoy this young how he passionate by this old structures full of histories !

[@kookiekris]

Never in my life have I seen such magnifigence. This castle is better than any Hollywood movie! My fantasy has come true! Beyond stoked that it was purchased and is being taken care of. Thank you for spending your time and for sharing it. This was my first watch of yours, nice... You ever feel like there may be a safe behind one of those big pictures? 😅 @Bros Of Decay

[@JacindaH]

Every single part of me wants to clean and restore this place.

[@JodieAnn67]

Glad I’m not the only one. My rubber gloves are ready whenever you are 😝😂😉

[@VladimirS38]

It's fantastic expensive. And I'm scared with angry bugs)

[@nicolenaylor8125]

Me too……badly

[@vickieterruso8383]

Same here, my heart says clean & re arrange so that the doors that are blocked can be opened

[@destinievlachos6994]

There’s at least a team of seven of us 😂

[@erikadaniel8341]

I believe that what you found wrapped up in the basement - the bundle you had thought was coats, is actually a pavilion tent. It's a heavy fabric with a fringe trim and the many button are for securing it with rope to the poles that were sitting just to the side. It would have been lovely set up outside for dining or parties ♥

[@stregalilith]

Thank You! It's great to know this stuff!

[@rogerdogger6969]

Oh my God how crazy right when I got to the part of the video where he was looking at them was when I was reading this on the comments because I'm reading the comments on my phone while I'm watching the video that's freaky

[@sarahwinston7828]

I was just about to suggest the same thing - a nicely colored, rather expensive campaign tent. That room was possibly a barracks for guards and might explain all the horse tack, as well. They weren't wine racks but rows of bunks.

[@davidarundel6187]

A "handyman's dream", would be one way to describe it. The Chateau, restored, with the antiques also restored & the tapestrys cleaned, the grounds planted out, would make a really interesting guest house, & family home

[@joyceclark6334]

So glad the castle has been bought and is being renovating. Would be great to see it after renovations. And so glad to see you wearing gloves. Thank you for your wonderful videos of these beautiful places.

[@lauracespon4957]

A beautiful; 17th century castle abandoned, it broke my heart to see such beauty decaying. But reading the above message that this particular castle has been sold and in the process of renovation lightens my heart. Congratulations.

[@virginialoftis7070]

Marvelous not to have to hear cuss words or taking our lords name in vain. Good work thanks you for being so respectful!

[@WonbyGrace2]

I agree so much dirty language ruins what couldbe a good show

[@alexbryson2257]

Laura Does your family by any chance own pizza shop?

[@ruthbeck2050]

This castle was magnificent and the furniture, tapestries. What you thought was a coat is a feather bed cover, use to protect the bed. This was a very good explore so thank you very much. I would love to have seen it in person. Too bad it is beginning to decay and seems like no one cares about it.

[@ibongarciarodriguez5094]

let me tell you that the "richest" part of the castle is not smoothly done for being the side where the rich people lived, it´s because the right wing with stone surface is the original medieval "manoir" ,dating from the 14-15 th centuries. and the big central and left part of the castle is a 17th century neo-renaissance apmpliation. Nice video! They have a really valuable collection of 17th century tapestry and portraits. Lucky owners.

[@danabergfield7973]

Lord! does nobody watch historical fiction? These boys need to watch Downtown, it's somewhat educational

[@danabergfield7973]

The guard house stone is the same style as the old part of the "castle" there was probably stone wall surrounding the property at one time.

[@bdoubleu6]

They are letting it all rot away sell it piece by piece and buy some poor people some houses

[@rebekahlove6398]

Yeah ,I wish he would let us see more of the architecture 🎉

[@rogerdogger6969]

@@danabergfield7973 I was thinking the same thing actually Beyond Downton Abbey but at the same time there's a lot of things that I would have thought he would be more familiar with or able to recognize for what they were considering he's been doing this for a while it's still a good video

[@سيدعليبنعلي]

تحفة فنية نادرة وهذه القلعة الخرافية وهذه الرسومات على الجدران ولا حتى في الاحلام حقيقة راءعة كثيرا ❤❤❤

[@feefab6198]

بالفعل مبهر القصر والسجاد والقطع الفنية ، مفروض يترمم كمتحف للزوار

[@lynnb-TruckCastreauJr]

From the first minute to the last, I was mesmerized. What a fantastic and fascinating place! I hope the new owner is able to restore it to its former beauty. The decay is sad to see, but the hundreds of antiques throughout the castle are worth a small fortune, and could possibly sell for enough to cover the cost of restoration. I'm amazed at how much is still there! Just ONE of those antique books could sell in the thousands. 32:25 that hole in the baby carriage was used for when the babies matured a bit and were able to sit up. With the hole covered, it was used for an infant to lie flat, and with the cover removed you could sit two toddlers in there and have their feet down in the hole. I would love to have that and also the horse tricycle. What treasures! 54:45 that Victorian pram is wonderful. They are so rare!

[@wendycrawford1792]

This was just a beautiful tour, everything was approached with passion appreciation , respect and joy! I loved your loving descriptions of everything. I was a bit sad when you passed by the baby pram……….but then you returned to it as if you’d read my mind. I loved the ‘ hidden’ rooms and wish you could have opened every door. Not being able to open them would drive me crazy. What a truly beautiful castle………thank you for so lovingly sharing .

[@tamarajoyner9520]

Thank you for Sharing your adventures with us ! I am on Hospice and live vicariously through others ! When I was able I was an adventurer ! I've always wanted to see castles and very old houses ! I love the story's behind the adventures ! I also love that you go slowly over the many treasures in the dwellings ! Thank you so much for bringing adventure into my life ! I am Tamara , I love you too ! Peace my friends . Adventure on!!!

[@maryellenjames2707]

GODSPEED

[@ashleigh-hopemorgan7670]

God Bless You Tamara & keep you well and safe. Ashleigh from Ottawa, Canada❤️❤️

[@catwhisperer1253]

God bless you Tamara. May you have peace and comfort and continue to enjoy living vicariously through videos. We are blessed to have this technology.

[@lea801]

Bless you Tamara.🙏

[@Hundredacredaycare]

❤️🙏🏻❤️

[@sandrahorn5272]

I love watching your Castle tours. I believe I've seen them all. I went on a Castle hunt in Illinois and found one 2 hours from my home. Ravenstone Castle in Harvard Illinois. I felt like you all as I approached the Castle down a gravel tree lined road and was amazed when I reached the Castle because it took my breath away. I absolutely did not go in. I was approached by a mean caretaker who told me to leave the premises. I replied it is my Birthday and I drove for two hours to get here and I just want to take pictures as this is my birthday gift to myself. The person allowed me to take pictures and it was awe inspiring and breathtaking to be amidst such Grandeur.

[@truthseeker9850]

I love looking at buildings that either are housed or abandoned. Just imagining how it was in its heyday or seeing it full of life. It's sad to see the decay when it's abandoned. I hate it when some people go to just desecrate by stealing and destroying the property. Thank you for showing us this beautiful wonderful piece of history with love and respect. Would love to see it after it's restoration.

[@cindyjohns6222]

Oh yes.. And update documentary would be awesome after its finished.

[@audreyalbert5981]

This is one of your best finds! I can't wait to see all that is inside. I love watching you both explore your part of the world. My grandparents came to America in 1906 from Holland, Amsterdam to be precise. We got to go there a few years back and see where they lived. That was my only exploring on my own. Glad I have your explorations to watch!

[@harmanjeetsingh3955]

I imagine that the old lady remained living there as long as possible, with as many reminders of her life, as she walked the halls reminiscing. I get a very sad feeling. I think even though she still lives in town, I feel she still visits occasionally to reminisce. What is most sad, is that now this place will be rand sacked, unless a care taker moves in to provide security.

[@shannonketterling3902]

Thank you! For giving us the opportunity to see such beauty! Without these documentaries we would never have this opportunity!

[@evelynortega7432]

The library I’ll be lost in those books, these days nobody like to read any more 😞

[@lesliedavis6375]

I know I am a book person. I love hard cover books. And it is just so different to read a book flipping the pages. I hate the digital book age happening. I understand the convenience but still prefer to read a real book.

[@andrea050405]

I do, some people still read

[@mariashaki89]

the funny thing is some of these old editions have value nowadays

[@mom4monkeys]

I’m an avid reader and I prefer my hand held REAL books over kindle/ technology reading

[@madamemontespan9418]

Thank heaven for Ebooks. No need for extra light or my reading glasses. I read so many books, have done so my whole life, but getting older (54) and now needing glasses was just so inconvinient.

[@luannefarmer]

Sorry not trying to put you off or anything because i admire you guys so much and am thankful you take us on these splendid tours. I love your enthusiasm and bravery too. But i cant help but correct you as i hope to educate you further on historical things to improve your entertainment. I studied and am an amatuer historian in British /European social history and theatre for many years , genealogist and researcher and have Diploma in Heritage Interior Design too I only wish to inform you of correct usage of names and social structure etc May i tell you, the first room above the staircase is called an antechamber , its where guests waited to enter either the dining room on the left or the salon on the right and after dinner men would stay in the dining room to smoke and have cognac or brandy and the ladies would go to the salon to chat or play music or piano the hidden room in the diningroom is called The Butlers pantry, it leads to the kitchen and scullery ( where girl washed up dishes the lowest servant position call scullery maid ) Only the butler could go and serve in the formal diningroom . The other locked hidden cupboard would be the Butlers wine cabinet ( only he had key) The Billiards room does not have a " pool table" Pool is American game and invented mid 20th century Billiards is European and English been around 100s of years upper classes played only Billiards Pool was " working classes and they went to Pool Halls Many of the furnishings are upholstered in REAL velvet ( rare and expensive today) as it comes from deer shedding their antlers skin. The decorative floral motif on chairs ( chaise) and sofas( Chaise Lounge, yes you were right even if two armed and two seater only , it just means long chair in English) The " motif" were embroidery or tapestry by hand . I think you are right about Anne Louis sleeping downstairs in the petite salon but i dont think the photo is her son Peter but maybe her passed away husband as a young man , this table is a little alter and the mans clothes and hair style looks 1920-30s Some people had elaborate " alter tables" for deceased lovers or husbands/ wives. In France particularly they may have photos, candles, religious items , personal items ( like wedding rings, smokers pipe etc ) and even Tarot cards in a lavish box As to the bomb shells, maybe her husband was killed in Ww2 by bombs??? ( part of her alter to him , maybe) The chambre or bedrooms layout would be Master and Mistress separate and possibly adjoining and most the largest and most elaborate bed rooms., The nursery , and adjoining nanny's ( au pair or governess room ,. It seems the ' nursery' was being used as another petite salon for Anne Louis. Peters room ( as you say) was obviously altered in the 1960s , this would have been the other adjoining room for the master or mistress originally or possibly the dressing room as its smaller Then in the attic typically there was bedrooms for house keeper, butler and head house maid and maids de chambre The very top floor, would be a storage room or used for such things as a private studio for artist , photographer, etc or collector . Sometimes a school room for children with private governess . I hope I have been some help because I love you guys channel ! It was a different world! beautiful tour thank you

[@julianakleijn9254]

THANK YOU FIR INFORMING! I love history so I really appreciate you sharing that

[@QueenofArgyle2525]

Lovely description and spot on:) Thank You.

[@wvrjl]

Thank you very much. However, that table didn't look like a billiard table (which is much larger), it looked like a pool table. Perhaps the most recent people brought it in?

[@arrowlaylowpepper]

No pockets though, unless hidden. ​@@wvrjl

[@BA-ef4pr]

The 'billiard table's didn't have pockets for the balls to fall in and they had 3 balls instead of 15. In the 17th century, the game of billiards played in France was called "bilhard".

[@Chripiter]

Just found your channel again after losing my email/you tube accounts. Loved this story. What a fantastic place, with such history. If only those walls could talk of the lovers and tragedies, the French revolution, so many things. Thanks so much for doing this tour for us. I'm a big fan.

[@christinamedina115]

Absolutely gorgeous castle. So very happy that it’s being renovated. It would be wonderful if when they are finished, you could go back.

[@darrenlesueur4785]

That looks like a picture of Ignatius loyola. In the front room. The guy that started the jesuits. Witch makes since . The family shield on that cabinet is probably one of the 13 bloodline families .

[@darrenlesueur4785]

The black and white checker board floor is masonic

[@borbolettaazul]

@@darrenlesueur4785 yeah u see also the Jesuiten cruizing his arms on the chest. a symbol of the free masons

[@pookiepookie8669]

@@darrenlesueur4785 - And the black/white square floors, very telling.

[@edwardpratt168]

To much junk. If most of it was worth anything it would have been snapped up. Keep it 17th century as advertised, not articles that dumped.

[@darawiley5497]

So nice to see things like this that we would otherwise never be able to see. I love how your so respectful of the lives of these people and where they lived, I love how much time you take to view everything in such a detailed and respectful manner. Thank you

[@milalegaspi195]

A new subcriber here from the philippines,

[@donnafink6262]

An amazing building. So many treasures inside that are just rotting in place. The history, based on the remains, shows fortune to poverty through the years and so much family life. In some ways this is so heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@janeenclark8728]

Love all the historical treasures all lefted behind. Must of been hard to leave so much and move on.😢

[@patricialamb3205]

" Wow" beautiful .If walls could talk I bet they would have a lot to say..I could imagine the people who have past through those doors and the grand parties they would have had long ago.Thanks for the journey inside elegant Chateaux 💕

[@corinatrian.2073]

Dust in the wind, everything is dust in the wind .... Kansas

[@Debbiedolittle62]

@@corinatrian.2073 My husband, Richard Williams, is an original and current guitar player for THE amazing band Kansas. Funny how I stumbled onto this comment.

[@corinatrian.2073]

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[@cynthiaennis3107]

@@Debbiedolittle62 I had that LP! I might still have it! How cool is that! My best to you both!

[@genamomma]

This was the most amazing explore of a historic French castle that I have ever seen. I even cried because of it's beauty and the remnants of what it once was. Thank you for bringing us such wonderful content. I am in awe.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@Ken Richard thank you! 🙏🏼

[@marqueanndunham2169]

Chateau

[@Sonic-dogmagic]

If only this castle could speak. What stories it would tell of its past and the people who lived there!

[@Edward-nw8kq]

Yes I agree sister…. Decades of stories

[@SNUFFED2ROLLs]

@@Edward-nw8kq You mean centuries lmao

[@sarahstrong7174]

That would be a bit beyond creepy.

[@marysoares8336]

I agree with Rhapsidy - you have to listen with your eyes & observe the different stages of affluence & comfort - or lack thereof - based on how many of the belongings the family still had in the home & the condition of the home. This family probably struggled financially for at least the last 25-30 years, perhaps longer, and their most affluent times were probably between the 1600's & the 1800's. This is a typical pattern with family wealth - it goes up & down every several generations. And before antibiotics came along, people died of many illnesses that nowadays we believe are are simple & easy to cure. So many families from the past lost loved ones very unexpectedly. Things used to be very, very difficult - even with a comfortable income, and we're very lucky now to have modern medicine, indoor plumbing & so many ways to make a living or invest. The happy days are now, despite everything!

[@D4r7in4nG37]

Oh I am so captivated by this video! And you only just left the dining area!!! Thank you for this! I can't wait to see more videos! 😲🫨🤩 What you found in the basement was tents for the garden. 💗

[@timsteinkamp2245]

In the basement with the jars on the shelf those are batteries. Most likely 2 volts per jar or cell which would be 8 jars and 16 wires hooked into the board on the wall. Most likely for the intercom system. There were 12 controls on the board so most likely 12 circuits used in the house and various rooms to talk to the help or others.

[@jeandrumm5025]

That might explain the small white boxes mounted on some door frames. Near the beginning, up the staircase I saw two. Once when he said “do we go left or right?” Left is where that white box was.

[@OUigot]

Well done with class and respect. The artillery shells in one room, I remember my grandparents used to have shells like that, they were used as door stops to hold doors open. The steam machine toy, I used to have one of them when I was a kid in the 1970's. The tapestries amazed me the most, it's rare to see them still on the walls. I can understand why the old lady left the castle to live with her son, all the people from her younger years are all gone. Without people, friends and family, a castle is just bricks and mortar mixed with old memories of days gone by. You learn that objects mean nothing and people mean everything.

[@BrendaFayRegister]

Agree!

[@catheline51]

It takes spending time in isolation to truly understand that.

[@rmp7400]

The narrator could have been a little more respectful.

[@jmn1209]

Incredible! I can only hope that the new owners restore it to its original beauty and allows the narrator back in to do an “after” video……The artwork, portraits, architectural details are so beautiful.

[@courtnymccornack]

Why wouldn't they?? That would be the worst decision of their lives if they didn't!!! We need to find the owners and tag them!!!

[@JulesZn]

The tapestries and the upholstered chairs are just so beautiful and stunning. Thank you for presenting them in an unrushed and peaceful manner so as to see all the great details.

[@mornin_coffey]

Wow! So much history is heartbreaking, A lot of those pieces should be preserved before its too late! 💔 thank you for allowing us to visit with you!

[@mom4monkeys]

We clean & repair rugs and seeing these in the home, I wish I could take them to see what they would look like well washed & repaired. Also, the hanging tapestries on the wall look like they’re worth a fortune due to their age. We had one brought in that was 300+ yrs old and the owner had no clue the treasure she had in her home. I believe she ended up auctioning it out and got over $300k USD. All those hand woven rugs & tapestries will last for centuries if they’re taken care of. People nowadays have no clue of the value of these hand woven rugs because they’re spending their money on crappy machine made ‘modern decor’ rugs that sell for 10kUSD when in reality they’re only worth about 200. Not knowing that if they keep & maintain their grandmother’s old handwoven rugs, they can later sell them for so much more because ‘hand-weaving’ is becoming a lost art. It saddens me to see all the potential of this gorgeous home. I really wish I had the $ to restore it and keep its main history & let it’s beauty shine once again.

[@leannelynne]

The "hole" on the stroller actually opens up so larger kids had a place to put their feet. It's actually a two seat stroller where the kids face each other ^^ The cloth you found in the basement is most likely a tent of sorts, there are tent poles to the right of it I think!

[@Yourhighnessnona]

I am so glad someone purchased the castle, because it deserves some love. It's the only abandoned building I've seen that didn't creep me out. I could actually camp there on my own without feeling afraid I think. It's a very friendly castle.

[@adoracioncosta9865]

It deserves lots… lots… lots… of love$$$$$$$😃Im also glad it found a owner!

[@dannwing4224]

Can I camp with you, in the same castle .... in different rooms?

[@aimeeolivieri3480]

🙏❤️

[@rgray531]

Dumbtown

[@msjujuz266]

They're probably very elderly.

[@helenmcneil3339]

The glass jars above where the electrics come in 56:20 are old fashioned batteries for emergencies. The servants had their own stair cases so that they were never seen by the householders or their guests. The fringed canvas was a pavilion that could be set up in the summer time and I saw the poles next to the bag and picnic hampers nearby, even a portable stove in case it got cold.

[@leseize26]

The bedroom next to the kid's one was the nanny's one of course.

[@karistoltz6249]

Yes it is

[@ktura51]

I think those big rolls of material you unrolled were for the outside as canopy type shelters or tents for outside gatherings..ie parties etc. In the summer

[@cynthiaennis3107]

@@karistoltz6249 and maybe a nursery or child’s room in which to play with those wonderful old toys! Amazing!

[@vickielawson3114]

To other lovers of castles, I suggest you visit the Hearst Castle in San Simeon, CA. It’s beautiful and amazing. Take all the tours they offer. Truly remarkable.

[@dennisaflague561]

I've been there too! Thanks!

[@WillieBowen-o2n]

❤️ the swimming pools there at the Hearst Mansion

[@onedazinn998]

Thank you for braving these wonderful tours. It is both romantic and yet tragic to see the decay...the mouse droppings all over the once beautiful beds ;( As an older person who is experiencing decay & disease myself and can no longer care for my own home as well as when I was 35, I can see why they just abandoned the castle. When you are not well you just don't care anymore. But I hope someone young & wise rescues what is left of the tapestries & fine furniture, paintings, etc before they are destroyed by time.

[@onedazinn998]

oh and out of over a million views...please give this young man your support with a thumbs up even if you don't finish viewing it! ;)

[@BlowinFree]

Bless you 🙏🏻Merry Christmas and a happy New Year ❤️

[@onedazinn998]

@@BlowinFree Thank you & I hope your holidays are warm and full of love :)

[@lilbaby5097]

Merry Christmas 🎅❄️🤶🦌☃️🎄❤️

[@weslangley2279]

God Bless you Oneda.... live forever !!!

[@mzm4245]

What a stunning castle. I've never seen such beautiful tapestries covering entire walls! Beautiful!

[@sdzanca6]

When I see things like this it makes me wish I had enough money to purchase and restore all the beauty and wonder these places once had. I am happy to read someone else is restoring this place, I just hope they do it justice. My thoughts about the different areas and stone are it's possible the "rich" area was built first and servants were in the basement, then years later an addition added for servants because the family was larger. So that could be why there is a difference in stone as well. But all of it deserve special care and love to restore it to its glory and shared with others again. I also hope whoever is restoring it will open it and show it kept most of the original pieces of history. I know as a book reader I'd love to flip through all those books shown, there's probably tons of history in them too!! Thanks for sharing 😁

[@ОльгаКовтун-ч4ц]

Фантастическое видео,замок такой величественный и какая красота внутри! А гобилены это просто восторг,краски не выцвели,мастерство восхищает,люстры это просто такая красота.,владельцы сохранили все это великолепие,но сейчас эта красота потихоньку может исчезнуть навсегда и это так печально.Это же история,это путешествие в прошлое,эту красоту просто необходимо беречь.Спасибо за видео.

[@Ender.wigginn]

The "worker's side" as you put it is probably the original castle, and the newer part in the middle is probably a later addition from the 18th or 19th century. Of course, the searvants would be given accomidations in the older, more utilitarian part of the castle, and the family would live in the newer more opulant side. When these castles were first built, they were first and foremost a defensive position, a place of business and government, and the function of residence for the family was an afterthought. It was utilitarian first, only the palaces of the kings and queens tended to have opulance. In the renisance and later periods, many castles were added onto and the additions tended to have much larger windows and more leisure spaces, because the castles stopped being so much a place of business and government, and more and more became a place for the aristocrasy to entertain and play. In France specifically, this opulance is part of what led to the French revolution, there was too great a juxtaposition of excess among the aristocracy with starvation and famine among the working classes.

[@xxBonnieBlueEyesxx]

I agree with this. What he calls the servants' quarters (which they most likely were in later times) look like the older, original part of the castle, hence the bare stone walls and especially the large fortification walls in some places. Also the part with the antique children's furniture and toys, set in the servants' area, looks like it was a nursery in around 1900, hence the large rooms and the light wallpapers. Children would have been kept largely away from their wealthy parents, with their nurse and nanny and whatnot, and most likely that part of the house was later abandoned. Which explains why there are so many personal victorian-era artifacts in that part, photographs, toys and all.

[@paulscott7284]

You're right about the layout of the castles but crenellation/castellation was prohibited under Louis XIII and had largely died out under his father's reign. I'm not sure where you get the idea that the residential aspect was a mere afterthought as this isn't borne out by the configuration of great aristocratic residences: one primary consideration was energy conservation. Your last thought is a little off the mark since most aristocrats spent a large part of their time and resources at Versailles rather than lavishly entertaining at their historical homes. Their resentment at depleting resources and having to curry favor at court had various targets until Marie-Antoinette became a convenient scapegoat (she was no respecter of established hierarchies at Versailles) and this group largely funded the anti-Queen campaign that fueled anti-monarchical sentiment.

[@dianemckinney8384]

Thank you! I love these videos however I end up cringing at all the false statements. He just makes stuff up as he goes along and it is a huge disservice to history and architecture.

[@Wosiewose]

I was thinking that too, that what was described as the "workers' side" looked to me like the original, oldest part of the building, and the other parts later add-ons.

[@marysoares8336]

@@paulscott7284 My gosh, you really know your European history! I'm really impressed - but you're probably a history professor of some kind, either in the UK or the New England area. I live in the historical & cultural wasteland (to some extent) that is Southern California. It's pretty rare running into someone with much intellect here, believe me! But thanks for all the fascinating information!

[@susannelambdin6399]

My favorite adventure yet. This place is incredible. Wish it was a museum.

[@walterklaus3646]

Nice words Susanne , how are you doing ?

[@pilot4056]

it's very rare that you see a castle this intact and that it was lived in only 10 years ago! Hopefully it becomes of some use to someone someday. A home is not a home unless there is family present and wealthy people don't require a company of people to maintain and pamper their families from daily like they used to. I don't know about other countries and regions but where I'm from Montreal, Quebec, i have seen many gilded Victorian style mansions turned into hospitals, churches, gov't offices, or now as of late luxury condos. Can be a lot of work but the heritage and prestige they offer are priceless. Great video and you present very well! Thank you

[@escapematrixenterprisejacq7810]

What an utter disgrace to make beautiful historical homes into hospitals or churches or offices! there should be laws against this!

[@kimmycobb7405]

My name is kim and I love ❤️ watching this kind of stuff

[@lynngenheimer9740]

The dining table probably has extra leaves that would make it much larger. Count the number of chairs sitting near the walls. They are the extra seats for when the table is fully extended. Also the rug also shows you potential size for the table.

[@walterklaus3646]

Nice words Lynn , how are you doing ?

[@lynngenheimer9740]

@@walterklaus3646 Thank you. Doing well. I love this channel.

[@alyssaworklightbourn9059]

yes, you can see the section where the leaves would fit in

[@corinatrian.2073]

Yes you are right

[@theodorekonetski1485]

Yes but my first thought was that there used to be a much grander table in the room that was probably sold off some time ago. That table was too narrow and short for that room even with two or three leaves.

[@Weeks25]

This was amazing! Hard to believe someone lived there just 10 years ago as it looks untouched for much longer then that! Thank you for showing us this gorgeous property! That bridge an pond area looked like it was straight out of a fairy tale!!!!!