Chateau Bathroom Demolition Surprise: What Lies Beneath? - The Chateau Chronicles - Ep #11

Thomas has been demo-ing the master ensuite while I've been in Seattle and he found a strange building technique. Now to decide what to do next with the help of some plans from my dad (the architect).
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[@P.Galore]

Abby: Blow through the far wall in the master bath INTO the bath behind it; you'll have a huge bath with room for a tub under a window!

[@chateauchronicles]

True that, though right now it still is needed as a bathroom for some of the other bedrooms.

[@ellenkostro2727]

I agree. You could have a nice "dressing room " between.

[@sarahdurham7558]

Yes!! I came here to say that as well! She could add storage shelves or cabinets/ or a walk through closet, to her en-suite in the corner with the window! Put the tub in for sure!!

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

How exciting to have your bathroom being worked on and projects moving along while you’re away. It’s great having your dad help with the drawings and plans. I love your channel. xx

[@chateauchronicles]

It really is! And thank you! :)

[@Tretz624]

What a treasure Thomas is!😊

[@chateauchronicles]

Right?

[@GoGoChateau]

What a great find Thomas was!!!

[@chateauchronicles]

Yes, he's a gem!

[@galenklisch4354]

The pictures Thomas sent of the ginko tree, leaves on the ground, and the water are beautiful. Wish you could have have been there for that too. Maybe next year !

[@DCL26]

Thanks Abby, and I so admire and respect you for keeping your dream alive and making that massive project a reality with lots of hard work. Thank you for your updates, and Happy Holidays to you and your family, and Cleo. 🤶🎅🧑‍🎄💂‍♂️💂💂‍♀️

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you so much! Happy Holidays to you as well!

[@charmees6637]

Things are progressing well I’m glad you have someone on the other side that you can trust with your renovations, etc

[@blancaaguilar3946]

Love your channel! My daughter became a wife and a widow in less than 6mos. Actually today 12/19/22 would of been their 1st Wedding Anniversary! It's been the most difficult time in our lives specially when you know your daughter is hurting and you can't help take the pain away! A trip to your place would be something I would love to do with her some day! I admire all the work you're doing, many Blessings to you & Merry Christmas!

[@chateauchronicles]

Oh, I’m so sorry to hear that. Such a hard club to belong to. Hard on you too. I’m not sure where you live but be sure to check out campwidow.org. It could really help her. Give yourself a big hug too. It’s hard work grieving and supporting at the same time. 🤗❤️ Thanks for watching 😍

[@rjbrewer09]

i love the painting with the little girl on the wall very moving painting

[@jillphillips2835]

What a joy to have Thomas working away and keeping things moving! The ginko leaves are amazing, a lovely carpet of gold! Good luck with all your documents and permits! Cheers!

[@lisaakinlabi]

So much work to do and it's all very exciting. I can't wait to see everything completed and decorated for daily living.

[@vickiechilders759]

Thank you for the update! Love watching all the progress going on.

[@amilcarbarillas7532]

I will cheer for you all the way from Canada. 😁

[@Inkironnrum]

Been binge watching your videos. Am looking forward to seeing what is next with your floor planning. Your chateau is beyond gorgeous.

[@chateauchronicles]

My dad and I are working via email... and he has yet to actually visit the house. More to come on the planning! :)

[@Inkironnrum]

@@chateauchronicles That sounds quite exciting. I’m literally in awe because of how you and your mom have put all your heart into this stunning home. Your attention to interior styling is in such good taste. I have watched a lot of videos with period homes. They appear true to the original form. Yet the interiors lose me with the modern design they implement. Nothing is preserved. Your work is like watching a painting being created. Fascinating. I can only imagine your dad falling in love with the family’s chateau.

[@makeupwithvalerienotrends7961]

It’s great to hear from you, it’s been a while 😊

[@champagnemommy]

Yessss your idea about the bathtub next to a window is spot on!

[@pennyoliver2712]

It's crazy what you can find when you start tearing out to remodel!! When we bought our first home we did ALL the work ourselves...we were very fortunate that my father n law and my husband were carpenders!! We never hired anyone to do anything. But it was so much fun too!! It was an adventure we shared together 🥰🥰

[@chateauchronicles]

That is awesome! I have an architect in the family...

[@HeRo-qd6tk]

Thank you for this. It feels good. Helps me through hard times. ❤

[@JesusCoffeeandPlans]

I love ur videos! Your channel has become like my top favorite lol I love what ur doing! I'm not a widow but sure have felt like it! I've been "married" but separated for 23 years.( abuse, drugs ect) I've raised my 4 boys by myself. Anyway! I'm a writer and I love writing poetry. So I love how ur doing this and making it a writers retreat. I pray one day I will be able to attend🥰 I would love to buy a chateau myself and have a place to retreat 😊 I can dream and until then watch ur channel lolol

[@chateauchronicles]

Aww. You are so sweet! Thank you! I hope you can come to a retreat someday! 😊

[@ShoutItFromTheHousetops]

@@chateauchronicles Hello Abby! I’m new to your channel as of 2/2/23. Yesterday I binged on all of your videos…this being my last one to view. I’m one month behind regarding commenting. 🫢 I just heard you say your late husbands birthday was December 22nd. That’s my birthday as well. Because of several similarities I felt prompted to comment. Also it is a hard time of the year to fit a birthday into all the busyness of the season, let alone experiencing the personal sadness during that time. I’m so sorry for you and your children’s great loss. Not that you intended to be, but you are all a shining example of overcoming a tragedy and an inspiration to many. As others have mentioned, I too hope to someday visit your beautiful chateau and retreat. As a sm content creator/writer myself, I have also Vlogged my journey through my YT channel for going on 10 yrs. I also have a faith based women’s FB support group. So in addition to writing, in a sense I’m also a “voice-writer.” I think what was also pleasantly surprising is that you live in Seattle, my birthplace. I grew up in Issaquah but now live in North Tacoma near Annie Wright. It’s fun to find out that of anywhere in the entire world people could be living to learn that someone shares the same PNW state makes a huge world seem much smaller. My youngest daughter and grand-baby live in SEA on Queen Ann. Sorry this comment has become my tell all moment…🤭 Besides your charming and genuinely sweet videos, I was drawn to your channel because I was intrigued by the fact that as a single woman/mom that you courageously took the steps you did to create an amazing adventure that so many find exciting yet due to circumstances might have to live vicariously through others…no pressure lol. Also I had a business for 12 years of custom home interior finish products i.e. carpet, countertops, window coverings etc. The “French Connection” came about because I wanted more exposure to antique furniture and European design so I was hired by Valley Furniture & Interiors, out of Redmond WA as their showroom display manager and custom floral designer. The Bergevins were a married design couple from Mercer Island who owned this amazing store and design firm. They had the largest showroom of antique armoires. French buyers would shop the flea markets and estate sales buying exquisite French and Austrian antiques and accessories. It’s fun seeing you shopping these markets as well! As soon as they filled a shipping container with furniture and accessories it would then set sail for Seattle. I remember when these containers would be dropped off at the store it was always so exciting to see the pieces hand picked by the buyers and owners. At times they would create beautiful custom designs from many pieces. Of course in most of my arrangements French roses were used. They also imported beautiful antique brass and copper kitchen scales on which I would create floral arrangements of roses, artichokes, blackberries and pomegranates. Of course now they’d be more beautiful as is. But that was back in the early 90’s when we designed the interior of the homes for The Street of Dreams. The Bergevins are no longer in business as the owners have since retired but it was the place to shop for quality French antiques. So I hope you will forgive me for reminiscing those exciting and creative times. I say all of this to let you know how special it is what you are doing. It’s a “calling” and I think that’s what you are feeling when you are away from where you feel you should be. It will happen. Anyways…It’s been fun to revisit some of these wonderful memories, thanks to you, Abby! I look forward to more of your videos to come! Blessings from Tacoma/WA State! Cynthia 🕊

[@judymedway3294]

I saw a couple of other chateau owners who have put claw foot baths in their bedrooms and the shower, wash basin and toilet are in the bathroom ensuite. It can styled in but then if you do the corner suite you can claim this for your own. A lot of main room ensuites only have showers. I agree with wanting a lovely window view for a soaking tub.

[@chateauchronicles]

Yeah, I've seen that too. Something to consider. ☺️

[@maryhirsch2909]

Looks like everything is coming along well. Made my day to see this. I bet you can't wait to get back. The bathrooms will be awesome.

[@chateauchronicles]

Can't wait!

[@juliebrown9026]

Abby, You are amazing. I admire your courage not just with chateau but with your life. I am remodeling a 1918 farmhouse that was empty for 12 years. I don’t ask when it will be done or how much it will cost. ❤

[@chateauchronicles]

Haha. No, we’d drive ourselves crazy if we looked too carefully at costs! 😱

[@JeffCrowell11]

Your project is very interesting and I enjoy your videos so much. Merci et bonne chance.

[@chateauchronicles]

Many thanks! ☺️ 🙏

[@anamaria2053]

Abby, Have you considered expanding your bathroom so you can have a window and a tub? I think that would be gorgeous and you deserve a proper bathroom. ❤

[@chateauchronicles]

Maybe one day!

[@sandrairwin5355]

👍👍👍

[@YT-Viewer]

Wow! Such a process. So much paperwork in France!

[@amilcarbarillas7532]

I just found your channel and OMG! you brave fem. 👏. I want to suggest that your kitchen could go in that main floor that you are using as main entrance. The one w the big fireplace. The ugly kitchen can be a mud room. Where you guest can change shoes, place bags etc. Or you will have sweter, jackets disturbing your place. A full bathroom on the main flor is practical, in case you should need a room on the main. You may need a handicap room. Or what about a good sice closet on that secondary kitchen. Where you guess can keep lougage, your Christmas tree, vacum, supplies etc.

[@Sushi2735]

Now this makes for a Merry Christmas! So impressed, just beautiful ! I’m not a bath taker myself, so a beautiful shower is perfect. And tubs take allot of hot water to fill $$$$$$$, with todays energy prices. How you found Thomas………he is a jewel! Such a nice man and hard worker. So many decisions for you to make. And airfares not being cheap……….I have my fingers crossed, hope the visa comes through. Enjoy you holiday, you are in for a wonderful New Year ✨

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! You too!

[@katiemcdonald3562]

Everything is so exciting to see and here! Keep up your smiles and positive attitude❤❤

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! 😊

[@shirleycowell1514]

Merry Christmas Abby hope it's a great one love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@megzzzz1077]

I can’t wait for next week’s upload!!! I’m so happy I stumbled upon your channel, it’s been fun watching the renovations in real time ☺️

[@monicabronson4118]

Love it! Thanks for sharing.

[@valw3212]

Great plans. How exciting. Thanks for the update.♥

[@michelestuckey2361]

Totally amazing! Came across your channel through another chateau vlog. Glad to support another person from my neck of the woods. Love your content. I’m a new subscriber. 👍🏼

[@chateauchronicles]

So happy to have you along for the ride! :)

[@taowright]

Really enjoy watching your progress on the gorgeous property you purchased--it is a treasure to behold.

[@highlandgoldendoodlesrobin4828]

Love you glasses by the way

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you!

[@michellecabrera9147]

I came across your channel shortly after you had posted your last video. So I was happy to see when you had posted todays update. Hoping all goes well with your applications and the updates are looking great. I like terracota flooring but I’m biased. Can’t wait for the next update😊

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you so much!! 😊

[@judiehavard4903]

Can't wait to see it completed. It will be beautiful!!

[@chateauchronicles]

Me too!!

[@maureenabray7660]

You are doing so well with the many challenges you have going but great news that you have Thomas on site for you. I'm watching faithfully and so happy that you will be with your family for the Holidays. Keep up the enthusiasm and great job figuring out your system to get the floor plan up for us to see. Lots of well wishes and Merry Christmas Holidays.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you so much! Happy holidays to you as well! ☺

[@valeriebridge7305]

I really like how you come across as a real, natural and unprofessional woman. I love you sharing your hopes, dreams and concerns. They are very real and normal. Keep sharing with us just how good/difficult things are for you. I hope you will have a very happy Christmas with your family. Greetings from New Zealand.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you for your sweet comment! 😊

[@travellinglight77]

🤗 Wow, Abby, this is sooo great and new bathroom looking cool. Love the shower plan, with no bath in room you're doing. Thomas is the best, and your dad is awesome helping with this. Brilliant doing a Zoom and cut in shots from the Chateau. All the best with your biz plan and doings. Happy holidays 🌲

[@chateauchronicles]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@ladycharlotte8693]

Thanks for sharing your plans….it’s interesting, to see all your options, and your use of space is really good….am excited for the videos to come 🦢

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

WOW what a surprise but a great opportunity to arrange it to your taste and style. Bonnie chance ❤❤❤

[@lindamasson8799]

Abby It is so wonderful to find good people that will do work, I agree "Thomas" is a gem and I love what you are planning for the Chateau. Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season. 🎄🎄💖💖

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! Happy New year! 😊

[@victoriagamboni8926]

Say yes to the beautiful tub by the window.

[@nadine1818]

Genius idea on the Zoom shared screen. That was such a great idea. Very interesting about the addition. Yeay for Thomas’ updates to see the gem at it moves into this season. Crossing fingers and toes on that approval. Worth the wait ❤

[@chateauchronicles]

Thanks! 😊

[@Sheila-sx2sq]

IMHO, your daughter’s room would be the perfect art studio. Light is great.

[@rhondahoehne9143]

Oh the joys of renovating!

[@fotoinstruct6971]

Thank you for a video that is a much better length to hold everyone's attention. Many of yours needed to be broken up into more than one video. It's a lesson that was sometimes difficult for my students to grasp. Research shows that audience attention begins to flag at around 20 minutes. Once past 25 minutes, viewers begin to drop out. I salute your bravery in taking on this project. When I had a chance to teach in France, I passed up the opportunity. That was almost 50 years ago, and I've regretted that decision ever since.

[@chateauchronicles]

Ooh. I didn't know that. Thanks for the info on video length! And hey, it's not too late to teach in France ;)

[@suzmaca650]

Well just do what you can within your budget :) I really love your place

[@gailreske7111]

This is a journey that we thank you for sharing with us. You're a lovely lady & we wish good things for you. You have such a pleasant nature you're a joy to listen to. Exciting & entertaining projects are fun to anticipate with you, your chateau is lovely & your vlogs are great!!!

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you so much! ☺

[@angelicapadro8433]

You are so lucky to have Thomas doing some of the work while you are away. Have a wonderful Xmas with family and friends. Lots of love from Florida.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! Happy New year! 🎈

[@lorimcclaskey5179]

I really enjoy your videos. It is so interesting for me to see renovations on such wonderfully old homes . It is not something I come across in my everyday life. Keep up the good work and keep us posted. I look forward to many more🙂

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! 😊

[@maggiecostello7755]

Thanks Abby, I can feel your excitement about getting back to France, I thought the shot of the salon was so beautiful, as indeed was the Gingko tree. Good luck with your plans for the washrooms, it seems that there are many things to discover in this Lovely Chateau 😊

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! 😍

[@nelly42442]

Wow love your channel 💗💗👍👍

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you so much! 😍

[@nitroriley857]

Great video, very informative. So much going on!! You are one impressive woman. Rock on!!

[@raquelduquedeestrada1129]

Happy holidays and a Happy New Year to you and your family!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@jeffreywest9474]

Happy Holidays to you and your fsmily!

[@chateauchronicles]

You too! 😊🎄

[@hiris1903]

You have great ideas and Thomas is helpful to send you pictures of his progress! Hope you get the permits and interviews soon!

[@hangingwithjen]

I'm looking at the floor plans you're proposing, and have an idea to share... the ensuite bathroom for the master could be "2x" the size, so you would have the window as part of the master bathroom, giving you the option for a soaking tub! I love the idea of moving the "hall wall" by the staircase, to create a second ensuite (across from the master bath) which would give a second large bedroom with ensuite... for your daughter's side of the chateau, I think giving her the bathroom that would use 1.5 of the proposed side by side bathrooms, would be a good idea, also giving her the window for her bathroom, rather than the interior bathroom. You both would enjoy having natural light for your bathrooms, I'm sure. Then for the left over 1/2 of space from the entry landing of your daughter's room where the proposed second half of the bathroom is planned, create a builtin linen closet to house all the upstairs cleaning supplies, extra towels, linens, bathroom supplies etc. Finally for the bedroom across from your daughter's room, utilizing that bathroom spot that would be above the staircase, would fit perfectly! Then the corner room and the room between the master and your daughter's room (grandma's room" could use the hall bathroom with ease.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thanks for the ideas...

[@hangingwithjen]

@@chateauchronicles NP- love watching the process and progress of your new place. vicariously living through this vlog! :)

[@TheUkulelegal]

I love your show and your peaceful spirit. xxoo

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! 😍

[@wandadunn2907]

Great update, Abby. Love that you are contemplating reclaimed materials. Happy holidays and I cheers to another year of wonderful adventures ahead.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thank you! 😊

[@janegendreau484]

Abby, how sweet of you to put this together for us to view, and props to your dad for preparing the floor plan!! Hope you are enjoying the holidays!! Can't wait until you're back in France!!! 🇺🇲

[@chateauchronicles]

Me too!! 😍

[@LoriTianSailiata]

Did I miss the backstory of Thomas? I just found your channel last week. I think I’ve watched all of the videos.

[@chateauchronicles]

I may have explained somewhere, but I will again. I met him through a friend. 😍

[@HighPowerOptionsTrades]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I bet those leaves smell amazing 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@karenlewis5937]

I’d love to hear you share how you found Thomas. Not so much ‘him’ but more how you found a dedicated worker! Kind of an interesting part of the story.

[@chateauchronicles]

Ok. Will do! 😍

[@cristinadriviera8144]

@@chateauchronicles + Yeah that'd be great!

[@hangingwithjen]

yeah, Thomas seems like the best "handy-man" and he seems cool with being on video! LOL

[@kimkimmel]

Good luck with your business plan. I know that it will be approved. Kim Georgia USA 🇺🇸

[@fernandefoulem4678]

Looking foward to all your futur projects with the château and wishing you and your family happy holidays/joyeuses fêtes :)

[@summertyme9046]

Thanks for the update and Happy Holidays🥳. The windowless bathroom without a bath..... I don't blame ya. I need a window too. So, recently I've noticed à LOT of folk are putting their bath in a corner of their bedroom by a window and it's gorgeous. A beautiful divider, a little table for your wine glass..... Anyway, just a thought💛

[@chateauchronicles]

yeah, a few people have mentioned that idea. I will consider it. 😊

[@aairsick]

I'm thinking you move to the new bedroom that's got the door/window by the staircase and make that the new master bedroom. Seems like on the plans you get your en-suite and light too. Thomas. Wow. A French blessing!

[@chateauchronicles]

That would be cool! And yes. Thomas is amazing! 🤩

[@maurawhelan3530]

You are a great inspiration. Greetings from Sfla!

[@christina-yp6jy]

Thanks for the update and looking forward for more videos.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thanks for watching!

[@tea4twoby548]

You could extend that wall right by the shower off master suite and open up that larger ensuite which would eliminate that weirdness of those 4 bathrooms

[@nancykintner9177]

Love the way you end each video with abiento❣

[@chateauchronicles]

À bientôt! Haha! ☺

[@nancykintner9177]

@@chateauchronicles I should have checked spelling....I do know what it means...I am loving your videos. In 1945 my dad had a day pass from the Army to visit Paris. He had fought in the Battle of the Bulge in Patton's Third Army. He sent me a silk handkerchief from Nancy. While I did get to visit France in 1996, I missed going to Nancy. The frescoes in the Palace at Versailles are incredible and walking up the same steps royalty and dignitaries from all over the world had walked and walking through the Hall of Mirrors was awesome...

[@viizhii4057]

Yes, open the wall to that other bathroom and make it a really beautiful addition to your room with a huge soaker tub by that window with a view, you only live once, enjoy it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@monalingan9523]

I feel for you. It must be frustrating to not be at the chateau. I hope you get your visa quickly. 🤞

[@nativetexson]

Thanks for the update!

[@stephjezo6470]

I would leave the area off the stairs for a sitting/tea/reading area or even a workspace? I say combine the two bathrooms that are back to back (master and one that butts up to it) into one and build in a dressing area with closet space in it as well? So much potential but I wouldn't blow out too walls because of structural concerns. Instead I would add doors/doorways between areas where possible. You also may encounter odd structural stuff behind walls that could raise costs or cause headaches as well. Also consider looking for things like flooring that has been taken up elsewhere that can be reused or even look into overstock to try and get better prices!

[@chateauchronicles]

I definitely agree about the reused flooring. Hoping to find some. Thanks for your ideas!

[@TwistedArtLady]

As far as I know, recording on zoom or streamyard is the best way to share your screen. You're doing great learning youtube and filming btw. Hi from Dallas Tx, love your chateau!

[@chateauchronicles]

Haha! Thank you. There seem to be people who do vlogs sharing their screen all the time and there are whole special apps for doing so. I just didn’t want to buy another app. 😜

[@pman2916]

Your correct about the bathtub with a view or window...I feel the same way.

[@judiehavard4903]

Save the trip money for furniture shopping in France! And get a couple special items for the Chateau.

[@gardenfairygodmother1893]

Thomas is a treasure. It's no small job putting in new bathrooms in to an old house. It's quite common practice to raise the floor to put in pipes. Your ceiling heights can handle this. Try looking at UK tile and bathroom sites for reproduction or imitation items. With the current exchange rate there may still be a bargain despite import fees.

[@heatherutterback7352]

Keep the harlequin floors, you can use slate cut diamond shape it may be more affordable 😉

[@vintagemoss9578]

WooHoo was waiting for another update. It’s all so exciting. If it were me because I’ve been through immigration in the past with my American husband I would just push through the paperwork especially when you’re not sure about dates. You never know how long it takes them. Just my 2 cents. Lol

[@chateauchronicles]

Probably true. We will see what the new year brings. 😊

[@nancibishof6462]

Just a thought, you could make your current bathroom a walk-through dressing room with a door into the bathroom with the view and have a lovely master suite.

[@myownlittlehouse471]

That was fun! I love house plans :) Personally, if I were you, while Tomas is already gutting and hacking away at your en suite, I'd have him break out that wall and join your bath with the pretty one that has the window. Then put in a tub (and maybe a shower too), and make it the en suite of your dreams. If you like to soak in a tub and look out the window, go ahead and make it happen while demolition is happening. Is it awful to have a step-down into an ensuite? I'm thinking of your daughter's bathroom. The idea of turning that landing area into a bedroom is brilliant. Having a nice window in each bedroom and as many bathrooms as you can, is very nice. Can't wait to see it develop!

[@chateauchronicles]

Interesting idea! 🤔

[@deewise552]

What you call the dead space near the stairs has a lovely window! That would make a great reading nook with a built in daybed. How many bedrooms do you need after all?

[@chateauchronicles]

It would. Just tossing around ideas for now. 😊

[@missglenellen]

That ginkgo tree must be super old, they grow soooo slow! I learnt from a pharmacist that the yellow leaves are actually the ones which improve the blood flow in our brain.

[@chateauchronicles]

Do you eat them? Make tea?

[@missglenellen]

@@chateauchronicles I have a friend who eats 1-2 yellow leaves a day, I tried it but didn't notice more brain power, as she claims (maybe you have to do that for many months) I suppose an alcoholic tincture would be the best way of intake, but I have no experience with that, as I am "only" a clinical aromatherapist. But 20 years ago I planted my own ginkgo, as I am obsessed with those beautiful leaves (but it grows extremely slow)

[@Lea-bw9wj]

I think your Dad is on the right direction for the two ensuites side by side. The bathroom that's on a different level if there's enough room you could do a couple of steps down. It's a chateau things are meant to be quirky so this would embrace the different floor levels rather than trying to fight them. Also with your bedroom Id change the the exciting bathroom to a dressing room then use the bathroom behind it as yours. aThis way you'd get a window and it would be more like a suite which is better fitting for the owner. YOu'll still have enough room to create a room and bathroom with all the other bathrooms. Lastly if you can't find evidence that fireplace's were in the rooms it might be nice to add fake ones. Especially if they are antique.

[@chateauchronicles]

Thanks for the ideas. 😊

[@beverlysmith9854]

Love seeing your plans. Will you stay there in the winter, if so how is the chateau heated?

[@Every_Day_Adventure]

I think finding the raised floor opened up the options as you detailed. There were probably fireplaces, old stone houses are cold.

[@earthmama5659]

You are lucky to have Tomas.

[@chateauchronicles]

So lucky! 😊

[@vickiporter2945]

There seem to be so many bathrooms so close together….it seems that you could blow out the wall and have a beautiful bathroom

[@chateauchronicles]

It’s on the table as a possibility

[@annserrano7598]

This is blowing me away. The idea that you find a build up to meet the floor. Wow.....I have no words. If I were you! This an rare opportunity to have your bathroom the way you would like. I say go for it girly. Please get a bathroom with a view. Open up this bathroom. Put the tub up on a pedestal in the middle of the room. Or closer to the window with a view. Put in a bigger place to get ready in the morning. More outlets for hair dryer, curling irons, make up etc. Shelves for towels. Or even a towel warmer, heated floors, anti fog mirrors, proper lighting, fan or even bluetooth etc. Bring the master bathroom into this century. Just saying that would make ya like you put your touch on the place. If it was me. I would give your daughter the larger bathroom. The last suggestion of using the other bathroom for the bedroom you considered opening up the wall. To expose the window in that bedroom sounds good. I don't blame you for wanting to stay home for the holidays. But it would be so cool to be in France for Christmas...... or get it so you could have your family in France with you for the New Year.... Merry Christmas to you & may 2023 be filled with blessings....

[@chateauchronicles]

Thanks for your ideas! Hope you had a wonderful holiday! Best wishes for 2023! 🥳

[@KelliBronxGirl]

I would love to hear how you plan and decide what projects you are going to start first and why ! My brain would be so overwhelmed on where to start !

[@taunyawren8020]

So great you have Thomas helping while you’re gone. Sounds exciting. Nice to get it done while you’re away too. So are you planning on being there from a business visa? Is that how it works? To be able to move and stay? I’m wondering because my husband and I are retired. Wondering what possibilities we would have? Anyway best of luck with it all.

[@chateauchronicles]

I plan on doing a visa video when I’m a little further along in the process 😊

[@sarahglenn298]

Yay! I have been wondering when you would post again 😊 I really enjoy your videos! The grounds of your property are beautiful! I can literally feel your excitement to get back through my phone as I watch! I work as a title abstractor & spend all of my time in county probate offices searching real property land records. Do you know where they record these documents in France or if they are available online? You could find out a lot of history of your land by doing a search. Much love & luck ❤

[@chateauchronicles]

I think they get recorded with the town, but I'm not 100% sure. So much to learn!

[@jennichristie5264]

Exciting times ahead! Re bathroom and window/bath dilemma, could u give yourself a huge bathroom ensuite by taking over the one behind then you cld have your bath too? Looking at the plans it looks like there’s a separate toilet and basin or something in between another bathroom. Was a little hard to make out all the deets but maybe a rejig of the entire bathroom arrangements. Re the certificate and interview I’m wondering if yr able to hv the interview in another location closer to yr French home?? Then less hassle than returning back to Seatle?? All the best.

[@skd7028]

It’s creative though. You have to give them that.

[@chateauchronicles]

Very true! Haha! 😂

[@karenpowell2828]

I have no idea how I found your videos, but I'm so glad I did. I loved them all. Please keep doing things the way you are, they have been great. I pray you get back there soon. Am I correct that it is your plan to move there permanently, and then you would sell your home in the states? With this business and Visa situation, is there a chance they won't approve your visa and would that mean you couldn't move there?

[@chateauchronicles]

I suppose there is always a chance but I’m getting help with the visa. I hope to always keep my home in Seattle and perhaps just rent it or keep it for my kids. I expect I will always go back and forth to some extent 😊

[@juliannadougherty2647]

Yes, if you expanded your bathroom and took out that wall, you'd have a window and more light. Even if you had to step down into your new bathroom it would still be very cool.