BEAUTIFUL WINTER GIFTS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD!!!

We open wonderful winter gifts with Davy, who has just returned to the chateau!!
In 'Cadeaux at the Chateau', all of the inhabitants of the Chateau de Lalande gather together to open beautiful gifts that people have sent from all over the world. All of the monetisation from these videos will be donated to a different charity each month. KZbin earnings fluctuate wildly each month, as ad revenue changes throughout the year. Here are the charities that we've donated to so far:
July 2020:
British Heart Foundation UK (in memory of my father) €634
August 2020:
Alzheimer's Research UK (in memory of all of the residents of my parents' nursing homes) €350
September 2020:
Prostate Cancer Foundation (in memory of Selmar's father) €1,255
October 2020:
Medecins sans Frontieres (chosen by my mother to support vaccinations in Africa) €942 (equivalent to 426 cholera vaccinations)
November & December 2020 & Jan & Feb 2021:
A Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
March 2021:
Suffolk Artlink £1,505
April 2021:
Association Petit Prince €1,689
May 2021:
Melanoma Focus €1,204
June 2021:
Aide aux Jeunes Diabétiques €1,735
July, August & September 2021:
The 2nd year of the Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
October 2021:
A La Bonne Vauvre (our local Crozon sur Vauvre community centre) €3,184
November 2021:
Techo €2,709
December 2021:
Genesis Hope El-Roi Baby Home ZAR90,000 (€5,248.01)
If you'd like to see the video we made in the South African orphanage, click here: • How this KZbin chann...
January 2022:
We Are Here Venice €2,000
February 2022:
Red Cross for Ukraine €2019
I used to show the gifts as part of ' @The Chateau Diaries ' episodes, but you're all so very generous that we have many gifts, and if we spent the episodes opening them, we wouldn't be able to show you other aspects of chateau life! So, for those of you who enjoy watching presents being opened, and as a way to thank those of you who were kind enough to send them, I've made this new channel. Every week we will film your beautiful gifts whilst enjoying afternoon tea or aperitif together.
It is very important to me that you know that we in no way expect anyone to send us gifts. I would like to go further than that and add that, if doing so will put you in any financial difficulty whatsoever, please, please do not send us anything. Knowing that you join us by watching 'The Chateau Diaries' gives us all an enormous boost. But for those of you who have sent these incredibly thoughtful gifts, I hope that seeing us open them gives you a fraction of the joy that you've given us 💖💖💖
If you would like to see more of our life at the chateau, please go to our main 'Chateau Diaries' channel:
/ thechateaudiaries

[@railynbolonos6268]

It’s lovely to see Davey back.💋👍👍Great video😘 ❤️ I recently bought a Neatsvor vacuum cleaner for my parents，they are very happy

[@honeytonguedharpy]

Davy’s “rag” had me spewing coffee 😂

[@lisakilmer2667]

You folks are so funny in this video! Davey and Stephanie leaning into a scent together is charming. It seems you need a botanical dictionary. Kumudu is a kind of waterlily; vervain is verbena and is pink drumsticks on stems; vetiver is a grass; neroli is a citrus; sea fennel is a samphire; I think Indian cress is nasturtium. This was a lovely hour of pure enjoyment and silliness and camaraderie -- still much needed in this world. THANKS!

[@BDThomas]

I thought, "Kumudu... isn't that a prion disease that wiped out the Fore people in Papau New Guinea?" and then I realized that was Kuru and I had no idea what Kumudu was, so thanks for the tutorial! :)

[@lisakilmer2667]

@@BDThomas That's hilarious! I always perk up over plants and quickly looked them up.

[@teresacarle294]

🤗 Yes, this episode was a kick. The kindness💝 was amazing as always. 👀Watching the two of them interact is sweet🥰. Their mutual respect & affection for the other is obvious. Each seems generous & selfless, but those two are on opposite ends of the expressiveness 😁continuum🤐. 😊 Stephanie is much more sanguine (cheerfully optimistic & enthusiastic) while 🤔Davey is so phlegmatic (stoic, analytical, & a calm temper that doesn't waver). It's 🆒 that he participates in the vlog. He's proven a good sport who's willing to go where she🚶‍♀️leads🚶. 👩‍🏫 Thanks for the info! Learn so much reading this comment section about 🪴plant's, herbs🌾, etc. 🧐Think I may need a 🌱botanical dictionary 📖 too. Fascinating how perfumers (wine makers🍷, brewers🍺, coffee makers☕, ice cream makers🍨, & more) use real life inspiration to add depth & richness to their products. 😃Our ability to👃smell is wondrous thing. It's such a big part of the tasting👅 process too. 💚 Bridget from Cali ☘ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@lisakilmer2667]

@@teresacarle294 - nice insights. I admire Davey - he brings a lot of depth to the vlogs, partly because of how he exemplifies the reality of the kindness at the Chateau: he is nothing like the other residents, yet is welcomed wholeheartedly and affectionately.

[@annettetoohey8934]

It still surprises me at how much I enjoy watching you unwrap gifts! Amazing generosity from people all around the world. Thanks Stephanie ❤️👋

[@christinagill6332]

Poor Natti she went as red as her mini mouse ears.... Babies don't you start rumours stephanie 😂😂

[@BDThomas]

We definitely need Amaury and/or Dan in the Cinderella apron.

[@vivienmcnaul109]

That peacock mask was the best. Loved it. Great to see Davy again 👏

[@hatshepsut8329]

Wow, there will only be the best smelling people at this chateau! Really glad to see Davy back! Such fabulous illustrations in the children’s book…just lovely!

[@yvonnejrichards]

Thank you Kimberley xxx

[@13FallenAngela]

Some of those brands are quite expensive. And in the States can usually only typically purchase from higher-end stores. Neil is a very generous gift giver for sure! None the less saying though. Everyone is always so generous and kind. Always lovely watching both of your channels!

[@labarbarachase122]

Yes. The Philosophy brand is a little pricey.

[@andreacatzel8259]

Wonderful to see Davey back. His dry sense of humour is delightful..And you, Steph…….particularly hilarious today! What a joy to watch you all opening these generous gifts and knowing that once again, a charity will benefit. ❤️👏❤️

[@mariamaru9972]

When I miss my family, I look at your videos and I feel home. One big happy funny kind family!

[@barbaraspotswood1837]

Hi, great viewing. Davey has fitted in so well at the château, he looks like he has found his tribe!! Have fun in Venice🎉🎉🎉

[@wickhamgray9301]

Missed Davey!! So happy he is back.

[@leahhamdaoui7755]

Gosh I'm feeling so much better after watching your infectious joi de vivre !!! You are all 'cherishable' ✨✨💛💛💖💖

[@normamurray4450]

When you Stephanie and Davy both came forward to smell the fantastic odour, it was as if you had timed it....good choreography! Another lovely video!

[@connihudson1578]

I have a 4 year old granddaughter who is obsessed with flamingos...has been since 2. She sleeps with a crocheted one made by her Aunt Stacie...Mingo is the name. I think a flamingo Christmas tree in a room is in order next year at the chateau 😊

[@kathsmith4924]

Dave is adorable he joins in and loves all the smells as much as you 🙂

[@beautyallaroundme724]

Yes, he is. I love how quiet & introspective he is.

[@brislingerland3742]

I am going to smell you all from the Netherlands 💐🌸🌹🌼🌏..!! Brigitte 🌷

[@Leebearify]

I so agree, I really enjoy having Davey there, relaxed and having fun with us. What a wonderful man he is.

[@junkogreene5644]

The hand drawn animal cards were really lovely! What a talented artist!

[@kimpalmer3586]

Hello all, Indian Cress is called Nasturtium in the UK. They are small yellow orange flowers. Very pretty with a distinctive scent.

[@robertdelaria3512]

Also used in salads. Adds a pepper taste

[@cheryljewett-koblinsky7651]

With all of the beauty products that you received, you should have a “Spa Day” at La Lande!

[@yvonnejrichards]

Thank you so much, Stephanie for showing the book on your channel. We've had around 25 sales on Amazon around the time of the video, so the Badger Trust have you to thank for a little more income. Thank you to all of you who purchased it. Xxx

[@cadeauxatthechateau]

I’m very happy to hear that, Yvonne! It really is a delightful book 🦡

[@yvonnejrichards]

@@cadeauxatthechateau thank you 😊

[@dougkelley2781]

Yvonne, your dedication to your husband was beautifully said, and expresses so well how I’m sure we all feel about departed partners. It is a fine thing that you continue your work with thoughts of love for Peter. What a beautiful way to turn from loss to only love. ❤️

[@metropcs7560]

Hello everyone!!! Good to see you all Davey don't stay away so long!!! We all enjoy hearing about you and your family.

[@leslikuyweski4576]

Lovely gifts! So nice to see Davey back.

[@sharoncole8249]

💖👑👑💖🎬🎥📽👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼Ohooo My Stephanie's Laugh makes everyone laugh and its funny listening to Philip Laughing behind the camera so cute 😂😂😂

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

Another wonderful vlog with lovely gifts from such thoughtful and generous followers. Loved your vlog with Spero and his students in South Africa. I enjoy these vlog even more knowing a student will benefit from the revenue. Thanks for sharing and your generosity 😍😘

[@louettahuddleson7194]

I simply love watching you all as you open your lovely gifts. It’s so heartwarming to see the joy the lovely gifts bring you all. I offer a huge Thank You for brightening my day. Thank you also for all you do in donating the ad revenue to help others. Stephanie you give so much joy to people from all walks of life world wide just by being you and sharing with us. My love to you and all the wonderful Lalanders..

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 dear , how are you doing?

[@alexvalentine4934]

These have become such comedic fun. Even the reserved Davey is hilarious. You are all so light and wonderful. THANK YOU

[@ntakovacj3644]

Stephanie corrects Davey's use of the word "rag" -- that reminds me of the time Michael P, holding a can of, I think, corned beef and noticing Stephanie's expression said, "Not posh enough for you?" Do I remember that right? -- help me out! Anyway, it's a laugh and I'm grateful for it.

[@chrismaraccini8108]

Nitakovac J You are absolutely right. It was very funny.

[@Randis-vv5hg]

I want EVERY SINGLE ONE of those wonderful (hilarious!!) books! Enjoy, LaLanders!

[@starmysticcatarot4928]

Yes another amazing video where all of your personalities shine so bright on the screen. Love watching you all so much, you're all such lovely people. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@barbaragrace1992]

When we travelled to Scotland it was the first time we'd met those cows. We called them happy, hippy cows because of the hair over the eyes. They are beautiful animals.

[@meeganaschen8388]

Pure Grace is my scent!! It’s lovely and clean and fresh! It is great to see Davey! I really enjoy watching you all open gifts! Enjoy your treasures! God bless you all!❤️

[@Blessings.429]

You need a tea bag to sniff in between all the different smells, this clears the nasal passages and allows you to get a true fragrance smell.💖💖🇦🇺

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 lady, how are you doing?

[@markkennedy7562]

I really like the unmanned camera on a tripod. No disembodied voice coming from behind the camera.

[@carolinegooder7091]

But the focus gets off.🤣❤🌺🌹🥂

[@riomcgonigle]

Davy comes across such a gentleman and unassuming loved the hello Minnie Mouse ears

[@myracrawford5579]

Fantastic gifts, Laura Gellar Molton Brown, Elemis, Liz Earl and much more, so expensive and all my faves from QVC 😃

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 dear , how are you doing?

[@lyndablack3438]

Loved this vlog. Wish we had smell a vision. I loved the little phials of perfume. Xx

[@mariapetras5835]

Wonder-full as always!🙏🌟💜

[@DarleneSykes1]

I love seeing the view from the tripod That way we could see you & Phillip together. I love seeing the 2 of you

[@claireroper4897]

I live a couple of miles outside of Bath and yes it is very beautiful.x

[@murielwilson3148]

A fantastic entertaining video from you all its such a joy to watch you all interact with each other opening the gifts

[@IHateWearingBra]

Yayyyy Daveyyyyy 😆😆😆🤗🤗🤗💙💙💙

[@peterwhite9261]

I have to get my own copy of Billy the Badger. How sweet. So sorry to hear about Yvonne's husband. I had a close friend with it who also passed. It was horrible. Hugs to Yvonne.

[@yvonnejrichards]

Thank you so much, Peter xxx

[@lawrencebaker2318]

What fun, as always! With all of these beauty products, the ladies of Lalande will be even more radiant! Nah, it is not possible!!

[@mariapetras5835]

It’s lovely to see Davey again! So nice to see him so at ease in front of the camera 😉😘

[@Randy8923]

Beautiful gifts! I always enjoy the gift opening. Love to all ❤.

[@oliveappleby8672]

Davy is so funny….love his sense of humour. 😅😅😅🥰💋

[@stephaniewaters4931]

You are all so delightful! I’m very interested in all those yummy scented items you received. We could almost use a gift guide! Add that to your list of things to do please…LOL! Everyone is so kind & generous. Thank you for sharing!

[@dougkelley2781]

Dear Stephanie and crew, I was just letting this vlog run as I worked but the last bit caught my attention and I had to back it up. Your mention of the donation to melanoma research is very kind, and a sweet tribute to Yvonne’s husband. By an odd chance, I am watching on St. David’s Day, March 1st, which is the anniversary of my father’s death of malignant melanoma. It is a horrible disease, and one we should all be on guard against. By another odd chance, St. David is not only the patron of Wales, but of sailors. My father was a naval man, and he and my mother helped found a little Episcopal church named in the saint’s honor here in my little town - hard up against the submarine base where he served as a young man. There is no way you can know how these small and great acts of kindness affect many others, rippling out to touch hearts around the world. Along with the community of hearts you’ve brought together, I pray a difference is made in this too often sad world, by each small thing which touches or inspires others.

[@donnastevenson6700]

You guys are cracking me up. Love when Davey comes to visit

[@mamabearlovesbts6087]

Welcome back Davey..it is good to see you coming out of your “shell,” I can tell you are becoming a lot more comfortable behind the camera. I have to say it gets a little confusing when more than one is opening gifts, because others are showing you what they opened while Stefanie is either looking at her gift or acknowledging what the other has opened. I still so enjoy watching the gift opening and am amazed at the generosity of others, but, I can understand why they do though. Great to see Phillip in front of the camera.

[@judynail1690]

My goodness the generosity shown by those gift givers is amazing. I know we say it all the time…..and I hope you haven’t become desensitized after hearing it so often…..but we REALLY enjoy your vlog!! Side note: you could do a short that’s simply showing us some of those fabulous books you receive. Your reading voice is beautiful with just the right amount of enthusiasm and humor. Stephanie’s Nightime Stories. 😀😀😀

[@tropicalmom2468]

I felt like I could almost smell all those lovely scents as you were sampling them. I also have one of those facial rollers, and every time I leave it on the bathroom counter, my husband asks if I'm making small biscuits (scones). LOL!

[@letticason8435]

Cinderella made her step mother and sisters soft boiled eggs. Why do I remember this I’m not even sure. Hope your trip to Venice is amazing and fun.

[@susanair3611]

Oh my....so hard to wait for part 2. I Just think you are super wonderful!

[@jomeyer13]

wonderful Stephanie Jarvis of The Chateau Diaries KZbin, Chateau de LaLande, and Chateau Unwrapped

[@monicateeling8693]

Love how you all appreciate the gifts, 😊😊😊💙

[@KrisanthiaMum]

Wonderful gifts once again!!! Good to see Davey back. More exciting things to happen in the garden ❤️ Spring is coming 🪴🌷💐🌹🌼🌺🌸🌻

[@allankarenbayne9835]

That was a lot of fun watching tonight and nice of Yvonne to send the book about the sad badger I rember the time when peter passed away so sad we both love your engery Stephanie and co its thechigh kight of our day watching your videos

[@yvonnejrichards]

Thank you Allan for remembering xx 😘 ❤

[@margielynch7196]

Had such a great time opening presents with you guys.Hope we are making a contribution by watching and commenting.

[@gisellenorbury2369]

Thank you always fun too watch.

[@lindawentink2725]

Wow!! Those masks are beautiful🥰🎉 that was such fun .thank you. Love Daveys 'rag'😅. Wish I could have smelt the sea fennel. Love the book, Tell me a Picture and Billy the Badger🥰

[@yvonnejrichards]

Thank you Linda ❤ 😊 💓

[@annettewalter2273]

Some overseas charities would be wonderful because so many of the gifts come from overseas.

[@carolinegooder7091]

They do charitable donations in SA also as Isabelle can research and oversee. 😁❤🌺🌹🥂

[@annettewalter2273]

@@carolinegooder7091 I was thinking of America and Australia.

[@theboy.inblack]

You know seeing your dad's artwork in the back this idea came to mind, a video of all the paintings that your dad did and may be a little explanation of the inspiration. It would be lovely, i love his artwork. Would love to see them up closed and in detail. I'm sure im not the only one :)

[@gloriagavaneli9862]

Once again so much love and laughter. Thank you

[@marybrown8892]

always fun to watch unwrapped and know its helping people in the process

[@labarbarachase122]

Greetings from Tennessee...Stephanie and Natie I have been wearing Philosophy Pure Grace for several years and always receive beautiful compliments. Enjoy !!!! . P.S. I wish you were able to vlog EVERY day...lol. I really enjoy your channel.

[@jupiter8330]

I will watch every video of you, I love your style

[@co-studyspace323]

Welcome back Davy! So good to see you again on this channel, we really missed you! ❤

[@klmjtr]

Love both of those Christmas cards!

[@janineduclos9774]

Lovely to see Davey back he's great!

[@lovereikiASMR222]

So much fun as always! Love you all xx

[@suehall3298]

Just adore these videos much love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

[@darlenechandler2403]

Great to see you still giving to charities while doing the gifting videos. I know I believe ages ago that Michael Petherick had suggested to do the charity donations. All good.

[@gloriagavaneli9862]

It was actually Hanna that gave her the brilliant idea.

[@piper6541]

I love different makes of masks and I hang them on a section of the wall in our home. They are awesome, those masks you received, Steph. If you are not able to use them in Venice, there is still Easter in Lalande this year. You are a very good narrator, Stephanie. I ordered the book right away knowing part of the proceeds go to a great cause, for badgers to be sad no longer 👍

[@chrismaraccini8108]

carmelita ginivan I did also.

[@yvonnejrichards]

Aw thank you soo much Carmelita 💓

[@florentinalily]

WOW. The peacock mask reminds me of the Louis 'the Sun King's' masks...

[@dreamchaseruk]

Such a fun cadeaux, love the mouse ears 🥰

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 Fiona, how are you doing?

[@silenttrigger9342]

Thanks for always bringing us great content

[@mariettafocke9276]

Dear Stephanie that was once again so much fun, thank you. May I ask that you guys put a reading list together of all the great books that you receive? That way I and others will be able to go through the lists and buy what we are interested in?

[@carolinegooder7091]

Wonderful idea. It is not hording if it is books describes our large family. 😁❤🌺🌹🥂

[@darbyking-maillot4105]

That Cinderella apron is just made for flouncing around the kitchen. I love it so much

[@evalue7517]

I noticed Stephanie's fingernail polish matched the pink tulips on the greeting card. What a coincidence that is.😁

[@paranihiaanaru4414]

Opening the gifts is fun, often things that are handy to have. I wonder if it is time to donate the gifts to charity too? There have been an enormous number of gifts received, and surely - too many for the chateau by now. Of course, some are sent to a specific person, so those go to that person. But the rest - surely ... ? Of course, some gifts are very special to the sender and they want that gift to go to the chateau. It might be difficult to sort them tactfully

[@carolinegooder7091]

Family, Friends and guests (often who become friends) also get some of the bath products, etc. Remember there are often 20 people at the Chateau at a time in season. Per the Vlogs, Food and candy they don't use is donated.🤣❤🌺🌹🥂

[@jillipepper5353]

We can all be distressed and fed up over Covid but at least we can celebrate the fact there were no Zombies….yet. 😂🤣🙋🏼‍♀️

[@pegpeg5496]

Must be going to Carnival in Venice. Another holiday..huh?

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 dear , how are you doing?

[@user-qz5dq8kn4p]

Stephanie see yah get 1 flamingo and they multiply don’t ask me you they just do lol 😂 I love them and I’ll tell yah my mom enjoy watching your vids so much it brings us so much joy to our hearts to see that there are still good people in the world and mom and I love to see you all so happy and having a wonderful time we both say hello and keep the humor and fabulous personalities 🥰

[@1231ms54]

What amazing gifts, you all are so much fun to watch.

[@SteveVandeVoorde]

Looks Like Kumudu is a Flower. Had to look it up ;) I love the Milton Brown brand. Never had that one thou

[@denisemarle4141]

Love the Mickey ears... A fun, bright and very fragrant Cadeaux! ❤💛🦘

[@mgoblue8168]

In Michigan we do sometimes call them wash rags rather than wash cloths. :-)

[@vivienmcnaul109]

Wash cloth is American. Face cloth is UK. Face rag ?

[@helenhelps9619]

The first gift opening I am watching on the day it was posting.👍👍❤

[@mariak9727]

💖Yvonne reads a few lines from the Billy the Badger book on you-tube💖 Really cute!!

[@yvonnejrichards]

I do indeed Maria, thank you xx 😘 💕

[@LA-jf1zn]

Love Molton Brown, its spendy though. Nice gifts. Cute childrens book too. 🙂

[@x-f13mochamadauliaridwan40]

Your videos are amazing!

[@janetg1691]

Billy the badger will be very happy, since you talked about the book.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hi 👋 Janet, how are you doing?

[@yvonnejrichards]

He will indeed Janet xxx

[@paulam.5785]

Only in LaLande could one read about the world ending while wearing yellow Mickey ears and a Cinderella apron. Happy winter LaLanders.

[@helenahandebasquet]

I loved Neil's QVC TSV box. What a lot of gorgeous treats and perfect for the Château!

[@patriciadurham815]

Hi That’s one way to get mention I’m watching from Bermuda 🇧🇲 Sending love to all

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

Yeah another great gift opening!! I think the ONLY thing missing at the chateau is a baby!! LoL. LOVE you guy's! ❤

[@minastirith997]

I second that

[@sarahpenrose9681]

Loved this vlog but then again love them all. Love Davy’s smile and how he seems so comfortable today on the sofa x