Explore This Hidden Gem: A Castle Park and Forest in the Heart of France

Rediscover this Magical Chateau with the series of Doing It Ourselves relaunch videos.
Exploring the 60 acre estate and discovering the lake, forest and open parkland. Plus a potentially mythical object!

[@daphneerler8496]

So delightful to have you back Michael, vlogging, together with the loyal and gorgeous Florian . Have to say this vlog with the rain on the lake, the forest in the background and the heavenly music are almost like a meditation vlog that I listen to regularly - soothing and spiritual. Keep on keeping on Michael - you are so special. Highest reiki blessings to you all.

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

Michael - I wonder if you have any idea how powerful your vlogs are to the viewer? From the first opening scene and musical note, my heart rate and blood pressure decrease and feelings happiness abound! You’ve definitely got a gift and it’s unique to you! Thank you for the snippets of magic that serve to brighten our day. You and Florian make a great team.

[@margaretgarrett6632]

So beautiful the gentlemen looks great too. Lovely to see you Michael... Lovely moss .....l have a "thing" about it. So does the birds at nesting time 😊 ❤

[@pamorama]

I was about to post a similar comment. Here, a world away in Southern California I watch this and transport myself into the fresh air and singing birds and rushing waters of far away. I love all the moments like the sword in the stone, and the rainstorm and the happening upon deer. I’ve also learned something about dandelions. I get them in my own yard so maybe I will, eat a few! I miss seeing new Vlogs on this channel. I sincerely hope Michael comes back. it’s soul-renewing to watch these and imagine living in a place like these beautiful Château grounds.

[@delanebredvik]

Florian is such a kind guy! Glad you guys are still working together. Inspirational.

[@kyledailey8717]

Great seeing Michael and Florian. The grounds are so wonderful. Thanks for sharing !! Be kind to yourself Michael, you are a great guy !!

[@rossyhoneywood8280]

Hi Michael, your channel was and still is my favorite, so glad you are back. Just love every second, the music, the photography, your commentary and YOU. Thank you so much for sharing your life with us. Real escapism for us. Sending hugs from a grandma in Australia. 🤗

[@debilee1501]

Love that Florian takes time to listen to the birds. Lovely nature walk in this crazy concrete world. Great trees, moss and waterfall. A treehouse would be great for the kids and adults. What a a great place to raise and spend time with extended family. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@bobh3704]

That handsome Florian is such a joy with his adorable smile.

[@donnaschmink1801]

Michael, this is gorgeous! Wish you would paint a series of the lanes, sword in the stone, tree carving, waterfall. Good to see you two! We all miss you!

[@carolinecanavan4395]

Well done Michael. I missed you. You are so intelligent. Keep them coming.

[@jdos5643]

That sword in the stone. If I may, it be safer to install it on bigger boulders like stepping stones to the top. You don’t want someone falling and smashing face in that. I guess I’m more a safety type person

[@terryevans5476]

Good to see you and Florian 🐕♥️

[@rigorramos4288]

@@jdos5643 I believe that it was meant for the children to discover and be in awe of it and have fun upon finding it…hence the low boulder…

[@artemisapelaez6902]

Hello Michael l am very glad to see you are back. I really missed your videos

[@jdos5643]

@@rigorramos4288 it’s still a gnarly thought that someone walks by and accidentally trips and falls fall down on that…..maybe add a small fence around it and cover that in bushes so it’s more hidden and idk.

[@rgw5830]

How adorable. Queenie, Udea and Elsa so close, Gwendoline has opened her heart to so many.

[@jbart5260]

So nice to have you back. The camera work is so vibrant with color. Can't wait to see the Spring flowers. I get so excited to viwe your channel when I see my notifications. Great content. You two are just adorable.

[@jdos5643]

The beginning intro so nostalgic and it’s there love it

[@brenschilling3529]

i always love watching your fabulous vids Michael. You have such a stage presence and are so comfortable giving a tour or explaining things that are fun to learn about. You and Florian always do such a great job especially filming, adding just the right music and editing, your creativity really shines through.

[@rochellenowik9875]

You are right the grounds of the Chateau are magical. You might need to put directional arrows at the hub of your avenues so Florin doesn't get lost. A tree house for Ernest and Archie would be so much fun.

[@jeffreygatrall]

Don’t be in a hurry to mow the dandelions. They are the first blooms that appear in the Spring ( along with violets and clover ) and the bees depend on them until other plants and flowers start blooming.

[@ashtondurham5075]

I enjoy the B rolls you put together as much as the mail content 🥰

[@kathleenestep2419]

Love your videos. Your passion for the history and like today with the grounds surrounding the Chateau and the connection and respect for Nature. Having your friend with you was a bonus and fun 😊

[@mariagillinson8527]

I fully expected an animated bunny to hop out of the hole! So whimsical and wonderful

[@nokesbob2256]

Florian made me remember one movie I saw when I was young. About King Arthur and Lancelot. Florian reminds me of the actor who played Lancelot, he was also French. I think Billy has the heart of gold and placing the sword there for his boys to find was such a big Dad move. Your forest is enchanting. I love that it is all natural and not planted. I love your videos.

[@havefaithinGod715]

It was a beautiful musical experience...loved every moment of it

[@del_ecuras1836]

Lovely Micheal doing a wonderful job .. ❤

[@denisemastromina7821]

Just watched this again I have to say the clarity and colours are so good but best of all is Michael's ease at taking us through his video all I can say is when it finished I was smiling he has a great talent ❤❤❤

[@ehpeachylove]

Michael your family has a beautiful garden, forest, and home. Lots of work but so worth it and you all are wonderful caretakers of this gorgeous property. Florian looks very dapper as a country gentleman. Loved walking with you both today. The rain on the lake so peaceful. What a peace of paradise Michael. Great place to be away from all the worlds chaos. ❤❤❤ That beautiful oak tree has ivy growing on it and it’s not good for trees Michael. Over time ivy kills trees along with mistletoe. That Cedar of Lebanon is stunning.

[@lookingup333]

Gorgeous property. The pond is magical, especially in the rain. You guys are so adorable 🤗

[@darlenewebber7706]

Still my favorite learning channel and my 2 favorite guys.❤

[@lindaallen105]

You are just a natural and make us feel like we are with you!❤

[@brittawrolson5936]

Truly hard to believe it’s only been 6 years at your chateau. So much has been accomplished. It seems impossible to have restored so much, so quickly! This adventure in your forests and parks will is so tranquil, especially with the quality video and music. You and Florin both look like like proper gentlemen in your caps umbrellas. Nature agrees with you. You are animated and energetic!🥰👍🏻

[@fullframecoach]

Wonderful to see Florian again. And to see/hear how confident you've become with your English. Bravo!

[@wiggy3333]

I was just thinking that too! Bravo Florian!

[@paulinedixon3490]

Michael Would Billy and Gwen ever consider letting small parties of visitors walk around the beautiful grounds and have a guided look around the Chateau I’m sure people would like to pay for the chance to visit. What a lovely walk and the music fitted perfectly ❤

[@justjane2070]

In period costumes having a picnic in the park 😀

[@margaretfaolua5920]

Hi Michael and Florian. Absolutely loved this vlog..what could be better than being taken on a stroll with two delightful young men through the beautiful grounds of your home stopping to appreciate the beauty of birdsong and the sound of rushing water. The view over the lake in the rain and the moss and stunning ancient trees and deer…fantastic and truly magical. Thankyou so much for allowing us to share this.❤

[@Ripplesinthewaters]

Your cinematography and editing are exquisite! The rain on the lake was so relaxing to watch! The Sword in the Stone is really neat! I would love to visit your property someday!

[@boessheila50]

Wow. Very beautiful land u have. A lake. A stream. A waterfall and a huge pathed forest. Wonderful. Trees R the lifeblood of the world,🌲🌳🌲🌴

[@geraldinemoore365]

That was such wonderful nature tour. I used to love being out like that, and picking wild flowers,and bird watching. I have just turned 80 and walk with a cane, I’m much too unsteady for such a walk, I felt like I was right there walking with you, thank you for such a treat.

[@gailgoldys3706]

Thank you Michael and Florian Two country gents Beautiful scenery Glad you are back Michael You could draw that tree and the sword in the stone so cool

[@JaxonsDd007]

Great idea new water color,for the website in his spare time😉

[@rsnj4501]

Love Florian ♥️

[@JaxonsDd007]

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[@suzannefiesel5734]

My 6 year old is convinced we need to visit! Thanks for the tour. So beautiful!

[@1320trail]

Michael, you are precious! Honestly, a precious soul!! I enjoy your channel immensely and am amazed at how effortlessly you do what you do. Take care, friend, and keep those videos coming!

[@helenpang2970]

Thanks Michael and Florian for showing us around the grounds. It is beautiful even in the rain. There is a certain tenderness in your footage which I love very much.

[@platoman214]

Just great to see you again---both of you! You are filled with so much light; you may not see it, but your viewers do. Florian's English has greatly improved but his smile communicates even more. Thank you so much for posting, but never take it as an obligation to us; let it flow from within your reservoirs of joy.

[@angieflynn5354]

Good to have you back Michael the grounds are so beautiful

[@suzanconklin8415]

So glad to see that you’ve returned. More of the gardener’s cottage please! 😊❤

[@chrisdavis2040]

The lake looks so beautiful even in the rain, and the birds sound so glorious

[@user-cf1fl8hv6d]

I am glad you are back to concentrating on the chateau. It is the Romance of a chateau, and all that goes with it that attracts your viewers. The tour of both the building, and the grounds are very much appreciated. i have watched you since the beginning. Your talent at creating video's is amazing. you just get better and better. very well done! When bordeaux life came to visit, she concentrated on some of the details of the molding and roof areas. if you need more content that is an area to investigate. i found that very interesting.

[@michellecook2338]

Thank you lovely music beatful bird song . Not to mention the forest ❤

[@SirRossco77]

I am loving that you are back Michael. You bring a smile to my face and a moment of happiness with your amazing videos 😊❤

[@jonimarchese7655]

Hi Michael and Florian, this was such a fun video, the forest is so beautiful, to see nature at her finest. Thanks for the grounds tour. Michael is so good to have you back, and with Florian as well. thanks guys. Love from N.Y.

[@lisaakinlabi]

When I see the property all I can think of is how wonderful for the boys to have such a wonderland to play and run in. When I was a kid we had forests and creeks to play in, with such wonderful memoires. Thanks for sharing!

[@seanb9815]

Lovely to see you again Michael, and back doing what you do best.

[@vanlassie]

Loved it,Michael. BBC should pay attention to you.

[@FrannyZ]

I just love your new format. Love that you and Floran are back. It was such a great adventure today. Thank you.

[@kerryashcroft1293]

The beautiful golden carpet of leaves left to nourish the soil from where they came, together with mossy banks, bark, stones and fallen branches giving a rich velvety lushness, combined with spring buds, the patterns of raindrops on the lake singing their raindrop song and the rushing of the waterfall, was all just so beautiful. A magikal special wonderland that heals and sings to your soul. Thank you 🙏🏻. As for the water falls power, it is nature’s gift, harness it, work together 💕

[@lynnoliver689]

Oh Michael sooooooo happy your back love everything you do you have talent and so knowledgeable thank you xx

[@pamatkinson1950]

Hi Michael. When u go down to pick the dandelions grab that cedar pine con lying on the ground. Put it in a sunny spot on a paper towel and wait for it to open. Once it dries nd opens give it a shake. May take a month or two. Plant the seeds in a pot and one they grow and get to about 10cm high pot them up in seperate pots. U wont reap the rewards of the newly planted trees u plant in the park but in 100 years someone else will marvel and appreciate that u took the time and effort for them just like u now appreciate whoever planted what may not have been the original tree. So lucky to have her xx

[@dianayavetz6286]

The rain on the lake was really quite beautiful. Thank you both for taking us along on your walk.

[@nadeansimmons226]

That was beautiful - the grounds, the commentary, the filming and the two presenters. 🥰😍🌲🪲🐞🌳🌿🍀

[@Fred317]

Love the comic banter between you and Florian.

[@josephinewills8647]

Oh Michael & Florian, What An Amazing Vlog, Listening To the Lake and Bird’s is Fabulous, Thank You 👌👍👏👏👏👏👏❤️

[@joketendam5806]

Thanks for taking me for an incredibly lovely walk

[@lainemurphy3092]

So nice to see Michael! You are a naturally entertaining and interesting host!! The quality and content of the videos is so very very good too! ❤

[@TheWonderwy]

Wouldn’t it be fun to build a Folly by the lake in the future? Someplace to sit and be out of the rain and look over the water? A place to reflect, and meditate? Ah well, time and money, yes? But it would be fun! Dandelions flowers, leaves, and roots are very good for you. Cooked greens, tea, wine, tincture👍😊, etc. Lovely hearing you speak of them!

[@susan2657]

I am going through all the videos that I missed. I cannot believe and I am ashamed of myself. I miss so many I loved the walk through the woods. Everything that you taught us about the place is beautiful and Florian is adorable. You are too it’s so good to see you two together all the time. I appreciate the video and the walk and the birds the water everything it was just beautiful and I love you trees. I cannot wait as I always say for the next one but for now I have to go and see if I missed anymore videos ❤

[@chrisgranite2239]

Lovely videos guys. Florian is so sweet. You make a brilliant presenting couple. I have my fingers crossed for an update on the cottage (I think when we left off you were 90% done with the bedroom) and your Mum and Dads new house next door, and plans for the chateau (I hope the basement kitchen). There are hours and hours of content at this place and I am here for it! Thanks again

[@e_moonstarstellar5666]

Oh, how beautiful the land and forests are around your chateau, Michael. So magical to see the sunshine through the branches then the rain on the lake. I can just imagine how the previous occupants also enjoyed the place in the olden times (1867 and far back) and walked the same paths you trod on. And oh, what stories those beautiful ancient trees could tell of those times if they could talk! Thank you for taking us along and keep the videos coming.

[@SimplyGobsmacked]

The carving on the tree was so cool. The grounds are beautiful, good to see you and Florian back to vlogging.

[@fredcarson193]

So glad you are back with us.😊.

[@janasybrandy6525]

It's all so lovely and peaceful! The birdsong in the background is heavenly! Thank you for sharing it with us!

[@helenstella2666]

Fabulous cinematography .. shots, music, everything .. in such beautiful grounds of your Chateau ☺️ You & Florian make a great team 😊 You’re looking well Michael & I enjoyed every minute of that .. thank you ❤

[@lindachenoweth9002]

Since everyone else wrote my thoughts, I will just mention that I am always amazed at how brush free your forests are. Here in the Pacific Northwest, Washington state, we are inundated with brush of all kinds in our forests. You are so lucky to be able to walk through yours so easily. All the things we see while walking outdoors gives us so much pleasure. Thank you for taking us on todays walk.

[@goldenlady9797]

Thank you, thank you, Michael & Florian. It did my spirit good to see this beautiful land and I was delighted to hear that the stones for the chateau came from the lake. I imagined how I would have loved in my younger days to have ridden the forest by horseback, looking at all the animals and nature. It's truly a beautiful location and I'm glad your dad is taking care of the trees when they fall and making the forest even more beautiful. We used to have an "enchanted forest" on our land in Washington state growing up where the spring trilliums and violets and other flowers would carpet the forests and we had the stump of the largest Douglas fir tree that was over 25' across. If they had only left it what a beauty it would have been now. Hugs to you.

[@marierisdon8894]

Michael, the filming of this property was absolutely fantastic. The music you chose was wonderful. You and Billy have wonderful taste in music to go with your videos. Job well done!! I really enjoyed!!

[@dancourt4792]

Thank you so much for showing us around the grounds, the Cedar tree is magnificent, it would be nice if it did live for another 400 years x

[@suehall3298]

Thank you both this was a wonderful video so relaxing 🤗🤗 Love Sue ❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

[@jeffjohnson4015]

Hi Michael, this video was very nice love seeing the grounds and all the beautiful tree and learning the history of your chateau. I sure this lovely place is so happy your family has come along to save it, and so are we. Nice to see Florian back in the videos with you as well. The sword in the stone is so cool. Love the lake and the waterfall. See you next week

[@donnasteinberg1398]

Beautiful filming Michael and music! Such a multi-talented Man you are! Thanks for filming and taking us for such a lovely walk thru the woods. The moss is so beautiful! Love the sword in the stone!! Love from MA💕

[@janicebrowningaquino792]

When your intro music begins I feel a smile coming across my face and my heart lifting-it’s joyful 😊. So far here , on the New England Seacoast, we have had a lot of icy cold days, some overcast, some sunny. The sunny days are the most difficult because you want to be outside but it’s just too cold 🥶. So, thank you for taking us all on a woodland walk, where we can smell the forest scents, see the glorious trees and ford a small stream while taking in visually the mossy banks. The sunlight glitter on the pond as hthe rain dances on its surface. I cannot get out yet, my age won’t tolerate the cold, but you have helped immensely.

[@lisatrudeau6291]

It's so nice to have you back. So beautiful in the woods and the lake around the chateau. The water is so calm in the lake that you can see the sky and the top of the trees. It's raining good you can see it in the lake and hear it hitting your coat it's really coming down. I love that sword in the stone I saw when Billy put that in there and put it into the woods. Luckily the rain didn't last long. Dandelions are loaded with vitamin K and vitamin A. My mom used the flowers and made wine one year. It was a dry wine. It was also bitter I did not like it.

[@marleneeisnor9719]

So glad you’re back sharing the chateau

[@mavep2855]

Tree hundred years old-LOL😂. You and Florian have done an excellent job on this vlog. Beautiful scenery, music and great editing. The property is stunning, a little bit of paradise on earth. Thanks Michael and Florian🙏❤️

[@Stephen_A.]

I'm loving this series ! 💖

[@donnariahi2975]

Welcome back, you have been missed

[@puckgroeneweg115]

Beautiful filming with on the background the right music, you both are very talent, thank you Michael and Florian, and the new camera you showed a while ago, it really is doing his job, the colors are so colorful, bright, deeper. When you watch the early ones, this is a thousand times better, thank you.

[@deborahmarion9038]

Thank you Michael for a lovely tour of the Petherick’s property, it is beautiful! 😍

[@rayscott2611]

Can't beat a good peaceful walk in the woods. Ta for vlog Michael

[@ON2AB77]

Good to see You and Florian again. You're both just adorable !

[@normamurray4450]

I absolutely love your videos Michael and Florian you're doing a great job with the camera. The music you choose to accompany your videos is spot on as well! What a gorgeous place you and your family have!

[@y.lelivelt2619]

Thank you Michael and Florian,this was a lovely video.

[@girlnorthof60]

Some people smile with just their mouth, some with their eyes... but Micheal, your entire face lights up when you smile. Never stop being you 🙏 such a kind gentleman and a really sweet person. just sayin'

[@rosemiller2990]

This was fantastic! Those beautiful grounds and wildlife just amazing

[@marciatorrance1380]

Michael, Our family had a horrific tragedy recently. Your channel has been a healing. The loving thoughts and gentle music are pure artistry. Please be good to yourself and be blessed by your presentations like the rest of us. You look good, like the world is coming together for you now.

[@susandenniscook9271]

What a beautifully relaxing video Michael. I share you love of nature and the peacefulness it brings. What a lovely property y’all have.

[@elizabethmalone6379]

Listening to the music and the slow movement around the forest and park , I could see a picnic or table set for a picnic or tea with gwen and Billy and children and extended family, maybe dressed in gone by times, having a leisurely Sunday.

[@macorourke2222]

Hello from Toronto Ontario Canada. I watch Your Brother's channel 😀👍♥️🇫🇷🇬🇧🇨🇦♥️♥️💯💯💯💯

[@oliverpavic275]

Florian in English countryside attire is CHAUD! 🔥❤️🔥

[@charleswalker1185]

I awakened at three am, feeling blue...I picked up my tablet and found this...I'm happy again, seeing you both in this beauty...

[@longmowervideo]

Brilliant. Love that ending! Ha ha!

[@nelks1284]

Great videography, music, beautiful scenery! Great job Michael!

[@joanwalker9809]

Michael; all of your videos are extraordinary!! You are a true Renaissance man! Enjoyed everything about this vlog... stunning vistas, the rain on the lake, and your choice of music!! Magical ❤️❤️

[@ehayes7849]

Thank you, Michael. This was another special tour. I appreciate your tour style greatly. Made my day!

[@janiekanzler7776]

Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

[@BrienDunn]

Best video to date! Looks and sounds pro-level for sure. Super nice views all around. 😊

[@judymossip7446]

This was great fun and very relaxing! Thank you for sharing your beautiful forest with us. The filming, editing, and music choices are excellent and make for a very special vlog. So glad to have you back with us, MIchael and Florian. ❤