Are we moving out of the Chateau? Are we pregnant? What are we hiding in the cellar? LIVE Q&A

[@lomalinke5042]

I guess the reason why so many people are drawn to this channel is the fact that Anna and Philipp are not creating an image but are genuine people who laugh, drink, argue, work hard and are incredibly funny. It's like spending an evening with friends you will sorely miss as soon as you sit in your car on your way home.

[@cz2301]

I wish i had friends like them. One reason why i also enjoy their channel.

[@spiritofanu3112]

True - I also love how they hire French locals to do the work needed and speak French all the time to the locals they hire. Sometimes I watch other chateau shows and hear only English people hired and little or no French. I wonder if there is a lot of Brits living and working in France - even after BREXIT. I watch because I want to participate in a French experience virtually that I will never be able to do in real life. I get that with this channel and the lovely authentic hosts Anna and Philipp are. Thank you for that.

[@radicalmama135]

Yes yes and yes to all of it 😊😁

[@kjristinash7498]

Yes! This is exactly how I feel as well ☺️

[@heidisaglund3443]

@@spiritofanu3112 yes, there are a lot of brits in France, due to cost of living in Britain and warmer climate in France.

[@choochoo9506]

It's Philipp's personality and incredible, dry sense of humor that brings me back. He's just SO entertaining. Great job, Philipp!

[@Adi031978]

With Anna showing the serious side with getting stuff done and Philipp showing that you can have a lighter side to it, they draw is back in every week

[@ehayes7849]

and Anna plays off him so very well!

[@sandrahossman2089]

Philipp's sense of humor helps bring viewers to your channel.

[@b.walker5955]

And Anna's beauty keeps us here. PERFECT harmony. : )

[@louisegogel7973]

Their hard sensible, and sometimes goofy, work on the chateau, their sense of beauty and humor, their relationship, their stories, the way they bring us into their tasks with information mixed with wonder and humor, their steadfastness , grace, sharing of odd moments along with failures and revisions, their living the core principles of life (appreciation, caring, honesty, responsibility, hard work, moderation, cooperation, gratitude, love, service, loyalty, compassion, integrity…. ) and so much more, are all reasons which equal their humor and beauty!

[@gabrielagil6727]

100%

[@gingermonette7455]

Yup, Phillip's humor. Regardless of the vid's topic, I'll watch just to see what funny things he will say!

[@july7436]

@@louisegogel7973 Yo también admiró a Philipp 😊👍🏼

[@ellenhageman7380]

Anna should start a home line - you are so talented and make rooms beautiful.

[@grammasgardenofideas5081]

and works very very hard to do things correctly. kudos to anna yes

[@cla9751]

Yes! I would buy her wallpaper!!

[@tootsla1252]

Soooo incredibly talented! And such incredible taste and eye for design.

[@ione97]

Yes! Something like Glassette or Matilda Goad’s line

[@kaylaread8048]

I'm sure she will do this in the future. After they finish the renovation of the castle. She is a very talented designer.

[@Sarah-tm7by]

I think the reason you two have so many prescribers is because of who you are, your humour and your obvious friendship plus all the work and Anna’s style.

[@patcardiff2563]

Philip I lived in scicily up in the mountains it was hotter than hot but the winters were just freezing but my mother in laws cooking was just magical as you know everything we ate was just o so fresh

[@patcardiff2563]

Philip is 34 Anna is 30

[@moirasimmerson929]

You might bring Benoit into your videos even if he’s not on a job for you. He and Nathan are a lovely addition to your content. Giving local context rounds out your Normandy setting. I was struck by the church project and the beauty of the music. That was special.

[@arsinlupin5628]

I 💯 agree with you !!!

[@arlettedumais5776]

Parents with young families are perpetually tired, at least that was the case with me. But trust me when I say that someday you will look back and realize that it was the best time of your life. I know, I didn't believe it either...but it is so true! Best advice: Have fun & don't sweat the small stuff! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 ❤

[@dawn7612]

Arlette, that is so true. Raising children is tiring from lack of a good night's sleep. But I wouldn't trade it. Training children to be responsible adults is a rewarding job. Now grandchildren are fun but there is not that accomplishment you have with your own children... Dawn

[@Mindy56743]

The tiles you have done are perfect for the kitchen. I can’t wait to see the kitchen once it is completely done. I feel with all the work you have put into it will be breathtaking. The work that has been done is so beautiful.

[@WoolRevival]

The two of you have a beautiful relationship. I’d say that’s part of your success. I appreciate seeing the kindness and love you share. Congratulations on 300k subscribers! 💕 watching from Chicago, USA

[@louisegogel7973]

I agree, Phillipp and Anna’s relationship interplay is a source of inspiration and fun, getting through the challenges with such grace and getting so much creative amazing work accomplished make their videos deeply meaningful and light all at once.

[@jtonneg]

The reason I stayed with you is because of your sense of humors. Sometimes, you are very funny.

[@aliceallan4753]

Congratulations you surpassed Chateau Dairies by 100,000 subscribers ❤️ Brilliant vlogs each time. The hard work you two put into your home is just wonderful to watch.

[@reladie]

I love love love Chateau Diaries, it's different but that's the joy of all the Chateau renovations.

[@bluewren2]

Actually that margin has grown exponentially, this vid is three months old already. I actually expect that to grow even more "Chateau Diaries" it has lost a lot of it's it's novelty value ,The 'How to Renovate a Chateau "has a charm of it's own not the least of these Philip's extraordinary do it yourself skills producing high class professional down to earth results. Anna and her beautiful designs and managing her family as well. As well as Philip seems to be able to choose really skilled tradesmen and has a nice camaraderie with them. As well as his photography skills putting a lot of work into that side as well. ok that's enough I could go on and on.

[@larrimos]

Quality people that have worked hard for what they have. Thanks for sharing Anna and Phillip.

[@judithhatch6175]

That was really fun and congratulations on hitting 300K. Don't forget to go on dates :)

[@lmoore155]

Love from Iowa, USA! You are such a wonderful couple…talented and delightful! Anna is so lovely, Philip is hysterical…I think that you are loved around the world!

[@commonsense246]

For me, I am drawn to Philipp's sense of humor, I could swear he could do stand up comedy! LOL And of course Anna's decor!

[@charleswalker1185]

His humor is dry, which is good!

[@winespirits5489]

+1

[@bellabana]

I enjoy watching not only the renovations but the interactions between you, that’s what makes it special. Phillip’s humour and warmth, Anna’s openness and genuineness comes across, it’s lovely to see plus of course you’re both so talented and creative. Phillip’s indignation when Anna said he wasn’t romantic made me smile…lol.

[@leewainman9018]

I recently stumbled accross your youtube page and fell instantly in love with both of you. Philipp you have me rolling on the ground with laughter, your sense of humour is fantastic. Anna, you are such a talented person and make everything look so easy. I really think you are onto something good here. I see lots of spins offs - like your own fabric line for uphostery, tiles, and lovely home decor. It was no surprise to me that you kickstarted the candles so am sure there are plans afoot to do more of this. AND then of course, "Dinner with Phillip" would be great too...watching the maestro in the kitchen...wow....what fun you guys :) Keep it up. xxx

[@aliciamonfrinotti4270]

Hi From Missouri, USA, keep posting! Love the chateau transformation since you moved in!

[@Kiwiwanderer]

They are adorable 🥰…..very humble …they get a bit nervous and shy ☺️

[@jillr759]

I’m completely jealous of this home chateau! I know how hard you both work or is Philip just funny all the time!!! The dog sure loves him. Anna your the most talented human on earth. Your wallpaper takes my breath away. Magnificent 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻

[@veraanderson5480]

Absolutely love this couple. Sending much love from Calgary, Alberta Canada 🇨🇦

[@mallorybanting575]

And the Crowsnest Pass, Alberta!!

[@triplet3023]

I want to add to this couple and the others - hi from Calgary also (and previously other parts of Alberta) and before Canada - the UK :)

[@gloriathibault2192]

Love watching you renovate your chateau! It is beautiful!

[@medievaldigger]

With the world the way it is, are you guys still very busy?! We sure love you!

[@b.walker5955]

🎉CONGRATULATIONS on the 300K subbies. 🎉 Perfectly honest, I would have subbed 10 times over if I could have-so count my one as many as you wish! 😘 Your content is just DIVINE! Will you promise or consider the idea to promise to metal detect the grounds? I am so intrigued with all the treasure you have yet to discover and UNCOVER. I just know there is much to find!

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Yes, we will! great idea!

[@susanhill3147]

Loving the idea of metal detecting very intruding

[@louisegogel7973]

@@susanhill3147 for sure!!

[@anonymoussource3664]

Lovely and REAL so needed in this sphere of video blogging indulgence! Every Blessing to you and your family!

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Thank you so much!

[@candyphillips2642]

I love your channel, your work ethic, your humor & obvious love for each other! Plus all your renovations! ❤️

[@lyndaryan5673]

It’s a pleasure to watch you two, wish all couples were as uncomplicated and lovely as you guys are, keep it coming makes my day.

[@juliehinkel608]

What is refreshing is hearing vloggers honestly admit that they are real people who do miss aspects of their past lives, they get bored with some projects and don’t always agree. Unrelentingly projecting that everything is always wonderful is not real or authentic. Renovation should be shown warts and all.

[@verenamartini8695]

Oh Anna je suis ravie de vous savoir française maintenant, un signe fort que vous vous enracinez au Château ! ♥

[@CarmenShenk]

You are both absolutely lovely and I love what you’re doing with your beautiful home. Thank you for letting us in on the wild adventure of renovating a huge historic home. 💕

[@kiachapman6101]

Congratulations on hitting the 300k subscribers! So enjoy watching you!

[@paraweir]

Just missed this ... damn. .. .Can't wait to see the 2 rooms finally completed and then the outside buildings. ..

[@donnab8205]

That was so much fun. Thank you for sharing with all of us. Best wishes and congratulations!

[@reinamoody5239]

Congratulations 🎉. Love watching your videos and what Phillip is going to do next. Anna you are remarkable, love all the renovations you are doing. You are an inspiration! ❤️❤️❤️

[@autodidactin]

Very entertaining and enjoyable, as always. Your channel deserves all the success you are having with it, and more! Glad to hear Benoit is feeling better. Looking forward to seeing the progress in the kitchen.

[@jillkearl4382]

Philipp! I would never have guessed your age! You look great! And Anna, you look amazing. You are the "type" that will never age. Much love to you and your family. I love your show.

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

You're the best!

[@ruthagar6707]

I enjoy watching the beautiful transformation of your chateau. I think everyone would like to see the before and after of each room. You are both very talented. It is so nice to see another country without travelling there and see your seasons and your landscape. I live in Ontario, Canada.

[@nathaliebourre3578]

Félicitations pour la citoyenneté française! Je pense sérieusement faire de même mais de ce côté de la Manche…. après plus de trente ans! Wonderful as ever, wunderbar! 🤗

[@lphelan100]

Lovely. Very much enjoyed the Q&A segment. Congratulations on the 300k subscribers. Love and happiness from Colorado.

[@Sherryskogstad]

Congrats on 300K viewers! You are doing an amazing job and the chateau is beautiful.

[@lorrainebotha2673]

Good evening from South Africa! Thank you for letting us into your lives and your most beautiful home... I can't wait to see what you do next to keep us in awe. In a world where there are so much negative, you are such a breath of fresh air...so normal, honest...we can all relate to your daily work on this most beautiful property! You keep us all dreaming...thank you!

[@spiritofanu3112]

Thank you for doing this!! I missed the live but enjoyed the rerun.

[@riekie3579]

Really enjoy watching your videos every sunday😀 it's relaxing to watch, looking forward to see more of you guys.

[@lmoore155]

Outstanding job as always! We were guests here in Iowa at beautiful B and B for several years, the McNeil Stone Mansion…I spent hours going through their renovation pictures and now , although from the east coast, we fell in love with Iowa and the people here and ended up buying a lovely home right next door.

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

I missed the live Q&A but just watched it now and as always you two are so friendly, kind, lovely and fun. Thank you for letting us get to know you better. Some of your memories of the past are fun to hear and I’m so happy to know that this will be your home for a long time. Congratulations on your citizenship. Of course you will always remember and love where you came from but you found a place where you are welcomed and love. Thank you for taking the time to share this with us. xx

[@normamurray4450]

Hi from British Columbia, Canada! I love watching you two and your obvious love for each other! You are so natural and so entertaining in every way!

[@barbfox4598]

Following you two from Seattle Washington. I love the way you keep humor at the center of your relationship and that you always communicate. It’s been so enjoyable watching your journey develop.

[@dianegriffith3006]

Same here-Redmond actually.

[@Bettyspannphoto]

Bellevue WA - we love Them and volunteered there earlier this year. They are as genuine as they appear.

[@dianehauldren8191]

Love your Vlog!! Congrats on over 300k subscribers!!

[@miriamlorenz7687]

Love this! I can't wait for the final kitchen reveal - you have done such a great job. Benoit really is a master carpenter. You guys are all such a joy to watch.

[@paulagardner3218]

I am dying waiting for it!

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Sorry I missed the live Q & A. Was traveling back home. Congrats on 300K subscribers. Love everything about watching your vlogs, the renovations, the humor, the designs by Anna, the banter between Philip and Benoit and the French lessons with Nathan. Glad to hear Benoit is feeling better. The spy cams are a riot. Looking forward to seeing the kitchen completed as well as future renovations. Ziggy is the cutest addition to the family. Thanks for answering a lot of personal questions that are really none of our business.

[@sadielou1808]

What fun! Enjoyed your Q&A very much. You are both very open about answering questions no one has any business asking!

[@moiragoldsmith7052]

You work so well together...whilst still displaying your uniqueness. Congratulations on everything... as well as the 'subs'🥳!!

[@lisaa8437]

I missed the live, congratulations on 300K! You two are so cute! 💕

[@carolpower9485]

Your house is beautiful. Great job on the kitchen. Phillip is a really funny guy!

[@wendee2022]

Congratulations on your KZbin success. Love, love your channel ❤️

[@carolynellis387]

Congratulations on doing so much and 300k subs....I can't believe how you have done things so quickly in the Chateau

[@louisegibbins9607]

Anna, you have beautiful taste . I love the way you have decorated the chateau and am in awe of how hard you have worked. I love that you are a part of your village and are helping to restore the local church building.

[@lucigzz]

Thanks for opening a window into your lives! You are the best!

[@kevinzufall]

People everywhere are the same in heart and spirit. No matter what language we speak, what color we are, the form of our politics or the expression of our love and our faith. We all live under the same moon and stars, and we are not very far apart. Peace and Love.

[@janicerinker1607]

Anna and Phillip, Having the opportunity to observe your family and the creative way you are renovating your chateau is great entertainment! I do enjoy Phillips humor! Thanks for sharing! Arkansas, USA

[@dianevarga2834]

Thanks. I enjoyed that: The House of Balmain, documentaries and videos, sailing, gardening, excellent style and talent, charming daughters and the ever handsome Ziggy. I think 9 years age difference is perfect. Cheers to you!

[@albertpeckham8708]

Your family is most important to you and your approach to your tasks is with determination and a wonderful sense of humor!

[@mmeduplechin1577]

Congratulations on 300,000 subscribers. I enjoy your pleasant videos very much. The kitchen is going to be awesome. Your family is wonderful, too.

[@beverlyrutherford1833]

I give y’all credit for taking on such a huge project but should be proud of the big accomplishments y’all got through to have a beautiful place! It’s a big, big project! I admire anyone who restores such beautiful places.

[@MariaReyes-te7lk]

Yes, big challenge to share the house with guest. It's learning process..The benefits of having guest moving faster on the future renovations..The sharing of Chateau makes us better thru time.

[@glockenrein]

For me it’s that you’re not cutting corners, it gives me so much peace. When you converted the closets into separate bath and toilet as not to ruin the symmetry of the room I knew I could trust you.

[@annecraig1040]

Downstairs bathroom hand-painted garden scenes. Paint the adjacent water-closet, (toilet room,) the same garden, but in wintertime with lots of snowy white, ice, bare branches, and winter birds in trees.

[@vivanasperen3339]

May your journey be so blessed as your channel and projects grow!

[@pamelac.410]

You have so many subscribers because you are both adorable, real, and very creative. You also add humor to your blogs and do an excellent editing job.

[@Sgirl]

Yes, I think Phillip's professionalism in both filming and editing makes a huge impact on why the vlogs are so watchable and successful. Plus they have excellent taste and are both good looking. That part may seem shallow, but it does matter 🤷‍♀️

[@claudine1928]

Congratulations🥂 i love your channel for many reasons. But i do hope that you take some time between projects so you keep rested for all the work you two do. Thanks for sharing so much of your life with us🌺

[@nicolethijs5428]

I am surprised how quick your channel has grown! You have overtaken Stephanies channel by 50%. Must be the fun that you put in every episode. And your truly beautiful renovations! Many congratulations! Well deserved!

[@robertamorad1106]

You have done an amazing job on your chateau. Anna is very talented !!!!

[@prettyinspireddecor6787]

Cheers to both of you. Thank you so much.

[@bloomjoy]

I'm in Calgary, Alberta CANADA. Thank you for giving us a glimpse into your huge undertaking and creative project.

[@annneusidl5794]

Congrats , it is really exciting following your daily lives in restoring a Chateau. Your both so “supportive of each other”. Your dreams are now coming into reality. You both and your family will have years of great memories. We love watching this unfold. Bless you both.🥰👏🏻

[@renaepetersen8339]

I would have guessed nine years. My sister and her husband have nine years difference in their ages and they have a wonderful marriage. You shouldn't be embarrassed. You look to have a wonderful relationship, a mutual love and respect for each other and you share values that you are passing on to your children. That is what's important, not your age difference. The age difference may be what makes it work.

[@joycedist]

Love you guys… Manitoba, Canada 🇨🇦 here !!!👏👍👏

[@lizzie9074]

Congrats on your continued success, and your French nationality Anna for yourself and the girls, a proud decision. We have a holiday house just along the coast. I love this region and the people. Fun to listen to you both. Thx so much

[@gyllian2611]

Hello from the Branson Missouri area! Absolutely love your videos and can't wait to see the kitchen when it's finished it's looking great!

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@donnasteinberg1398]

Hello from MA! Love how the kitchen is coming out and all your vlogs! Thanks for sharing💕

[@dawsie]

I was drawn to this channel because you are so natural and as much as the work is a lot of hard work, your also showing that it can also be a lot of fun along the way, I like how you are both adding a little something of yourselves into the home.

[@rosaleejo]

Congratulations on your many subscribers! You are refreshing, talented and loads of fun to watch. My hubby is also 9.5 yrs older than me.

[@kat.5822]

Thank you for always including the subtitles when you are speaking French. I can't speak for everyone, but for myself, it makes me feel included in the conversation. BTW, which episode did Anna name the French course she is taking over the internet? Thanks so much. I love your kitchen.

[@lesleyrevuelto2285]

Congrats on 300k! Loved the live chat; it’s like catching up with friends. Cheers to more future success! 🥂🍾

[@ellend9739]

Love the Q&A thank you both it was fun to hear all about your real daily routine! Hope you stay at your gorgeous Chateau for many more years ! We love you guys!

[@1234OopsyDaisy]

I love the banter as well as the beautiful château and I always love your interior Design style.I can’t wait for your weekly download and seeing your daily life

[@VillaAroldi]

I thoroughly enjoyed this, you should do more of these!

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Congratulations on 300,000 subscribers. Keep up the good work.

[@jayneturnbull5041]

I can't wait to find out what the big surprise is that Anna alluded to happening at the end of the year....perhaps something creative from Anna. Great chat Anna and Philipp.

[@sandradavison4259]

Loved the live chat. I feel you are both so natural and it shows in the chat.

[@marthaizaguirre6363]

Loved this chat! Hope your secret project is a design studio for Anna! 🥰

[@EricDolecki]

You two should be in international commercials promoting Honfleur because I’m going to visit because you made me aware of the location and it looks lovely. And to stay in your establishment.

[@LeslieNikulka]

That was lovely, Philipp and Anna. Thank you so much for sharing. ox

[@gailstewart825]

Hello Anna and Philip. Congrats on reaching 300K subs. Well deserved to you both. You are both very funny, talented, hard working and entertaining, so a pleasure to watch. Anna you are hugely artistic and Philip is good at all things it would appear, plus he is a feast for the eyes. I love your.videos and have watched and subscribed from video one. Keep up the great work. You are a beautiful family. 🥰

[@LorraineParis1]

I’m from New York. I’ve never really traveled much to beautiful places by plane. Only been on plane once to Florida. But so many places I’d love to go. Love your chateau and you both so much. I love old fashioned decoration and my house is that way. I did much work myself on second hand things and I have antiques, chandeliers and I’m definitely a painter like Anna.💜🌈💜

[@messmakergermany5202]

The subckribers enjoy your exclusive taste and enthusiasm for every single job you do. So nice, friendly and positive.

[@messmakergermany5202]

❤

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

I appreciate that!

[@carreyn9808]

9 yrs age difference is not bad. My husband and I are 13 1/2 yrs apart and have been married 32 yrs now.

[@cindygarrison6338]

I felt exactly the same as you Anna, after I had my 2 girls I thought okay, that's enough to sit in a restaurant and the back seat of the car and all I can manage well. Okay, we're done!

[@mariawelling4194]

I'm so happy you're back! Awesome!

[@shelleyplemons1362]

I personally can see the stress on both of you. I’m glad you’re no longer taking guest at the moment and I hope that you’ll stop long enough to look at each other and your children and realize that it’s more important than anything else you could possibly do you both are awesome as individuals and as a team keep up the good work, but put yourselves first

[@delanebredvik]

That was so lovely! Thanks!