Exploring An Insane New Project - Chateau Life 🏰 403

[@AdieBek]

I'd love to see you put the time and energy into the top floor of your home rather than that new place. You haven't done your own bedroom yet.

[@marytaylor9185]

Yes indeed. Finish all on-going projects, then start another..........but not that one. If you have time and money on your hands, how about putting it towards Chateau Pannard.......just a piece of advice from an old lady.

[@lauriemattingly2699]

Agree with focusing on completion of current projects.

[@crazydays7]

Yes, work on your own.

[@pattyroe2305]

Pannard is a money pit and a relationship breaker.​@@marytaylor9185

[@judypeak2502]

I agree with Billy, RUN!

[@ThePethericks]

Run phil run! 😂

[@KeepingUpWithTheJoneses1]

Buy Phil Buy!! 😂

[@erbie-wan521]

😂

[@merrileeheard3889]

I agree Billy RUN PHIL RUN

[@TheFiown]

What Dan is doing with Chaumont is great because he has a shell into which he can put 21st century comfort because there is nothing there to spoil.

[@annettewalter2273]

Certainly a challenge.

[@sandraheffer6993]

The fact you wouldn't enter most of those rooms should tell you something. Listen to your good friend Billy

[@Bobrogers99]

This would take an army of workers years to renovate/restore, and millions of dollars. RUN!

[@danthelambboy]

Cheaper to buy and extend a smaller and better condition château

[@nlstevens1]

I agree with Billy Petherick RUN DO NOT LOOK BACK!

[@minecraftmum3436]

I thought Billy was crazy to take on the convent but look what he's doing with it. Then there's the next level of crazy with Dan at Chateau De Chaumont and he's successfully rebuilding that. So the question isn't whether it could be done but whether you have the time, dedication and funds to restore that building and give it a new life. Hope you make the right decision for you

[@ptqt25sussex5]

Good points well made. I would add passion and energy for it. Something which only he can make.

[@QueenChatty1]

I am shaking my head thinking why on earth would you even consider buying this place Phil!! You have so much that needs to be done at your own chateau, so unless you have endless cashflow I would love to see strides being done to complete your own projects before taking on more and especially how much it would take to do that place.

[@Cindi-j7c]

Sadie and Stan bought it and are renovating.

[@danielulz1640]

​@@Cindi-j7cthe Chateau, not the hospital that Phil is considering.

[@QueenChatty1]

@@Cindi-j7c My comment is not about Sady and Stans project. If you watched this whole video you should have seen that Phil is considering buying a chateau him and Billy went to look at.

[@danthelambboy]

Yeah way too much to restore and it looks like a labyrinth, a building that big needs to be developed for a very specific purpose

[@josephinewills8647]

Phill , Finish Your own Place First 🙈, Run Run Phil ,

[@Geanna-q2q]

Phil, I'm gonna agree with Billy...RUN!!! and keep on RUNNING! That's more than a money pit. It's a back breaker. I did love the tour !

[@valerieboston6292]

Don't do it Phil finish your own chateau first, maybe add that missing wing? There's lots to finish at your own beautiful home even if you decide not to add that wing back on to it. Love your channel by the way! Hello from Florida USA!😊

[@kaceyharms3135]

Not sure you’d ever be able to enjoy your life again with a place like that! So much work.

[@RijackiTorment]

Sadie and Stan's project is incredibly optimistic, but if it can be done, it will be amazing.

[@annkoler3705]

I agree with Billy. Run Phil Run. You have enough to do. Your projects are nothing by comparison to that place. It’s sad what has happened to a once beautiful property. Thanks for sharing, but stay on the track you’re following.

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

That’s an enormous project to tackle. Wishing Stan & Sadie all the best 😍😘

[@sandrajones633]

Phil, I'm so glad you have a good friend in Billy

[@judithfryer7024]

That property is definitely truly insane. Thought mucky mansion was bad but this property is worse tenfold. Don't touch it 😮

[@charc9009]

It’s insanity! Personally, I’d love to see you put your time, energy and money into restoring the missing part of your chateau. It would look amazing and restore the symmetry.

[@G0GCQ]

Agreed

[@jackierice4254]

Phil is not buying it, Sadie, Billy’s sister and her partner have

[@lisamartin7286]

​@@jackierice4254Sadie and Stan have bought a different château. Phil is thinking of buying this one.

[@carolyn64]

Phillip, just NO! I would get fatigued just watching you go through the work yourself. You would need to have an entire crew with you to get anything done at all! Like I saw commented, if you want a big project to tackle, restore the missing half of your chateau. I've felt that you could just about see the missing part anyway!

[@charc9009]

@ They were looking at a different property than the one Sadie and Stan have.

[@melmoland988]

the asbestos clear up would be a fortune

[@bmj1680]

I would say that you have a beautiful home that needs constant attention as it is. Don’t take on too much. Life is too short.

[@kathyeggert1983]

Well, when you think Dan Preston took over a year to clear Chaumont and it is a fraction of the size... That is quite the task someone would be taking on.

[@suemccoy7533]

Phil, yes this is something else. Run, is a good idea. I can't even imagine the expense.

[@robinfereday6562]

1000,000 youtube subscribers 😂

[@nancylindroth6336]

Unless you have inherited over a couple Million dollars, take Billy's advice and RUN. As mentioned elsewhere, your bedrooms are incomplete, the gym is incomplete, the kitchen hasn’t been remodeled and your equipment while is reparable isn’t dependable.

[@dennispatrick4999]

But, Billy bought The Convent.

[@carolyn64]

@@dennispatrick4999 And???

[@sunrise1731]

@@dennispatrick4999 Billy and his heiress wife bought the Chateau de la Basmaignee and later The Convent. This undertaking for Phil is really a bridge too far!!

[@TerryInUSA]

@@dennispatrick4999 The convent is a smaller building and was not destroyed inside.

[@paulkemp6057]

I understand the desire to rescue a fine old building. I also understand that restoring one whose period interiors have vanished would allow you to install insulation, modern utilities, ducting etc, without having to destroy period finishes. BUT!! This looks like way too much. Just demolishing the hideous modern extensions would cost a fortune. My advice would be to find a smaller property that's similarly gutted but hasn't been engulfed in institutional extensions. Perhaps something like Dan's Chateau de Chaumont?

[@Ragnar8504]

This! I think the only vague possibility of saving this place would be a business venture like Château du Theil, which was completely rebuilt to become a hotel and restaurant. Restoring it as a family home seems flat-out mental just because of the sheer size of it. Chaumont is enormous as a home (I once guesstimated about 500 m2 of living space, probably a bit less) but this looks to be much, much bigger.

[@drusabs]

RUN just because it WAS a chateau it is a bulldoze zone now. It would be cheaper to tear it all down and rebuild new to look old than to fix up old to still look old

[@adwood201]

What I fondly refer to as a Komatsu Renovation......

[@HensOnly]

Listen to Billy! Just RUN! I would not buy that place either! Can't wait to see you do some interior work if and when you are able! Carry on!

[@lindachenoweth9002]

I would rather see/hear about a building like that completely torn or burnt down than to have it left to just rot away. What a shame to have so many buildings end like that. Thank you and Billy for caring enough to restore the dignity of your homes and the convent.

[@floridasunshine3916]

Hi Phil. I’d listen to Billy and RUN!!! 😀

[@marysell6184]

Thanks for another interesting video, Phil! I think I will have to agree with Billy on this one. RUN!

[@stevechew732]

Run Phil Run and dont stop🧐🧐

[@perlievoshell96]

Good luck with that decision. Please keep us posted. Clearly Billy knows you well.

[@christinewilkinson3772]

The asbestos would put me off.

[@ravenbarsrepairs5594]

As long as it doesn't become airborne, asbestos isn't a health risk. There are also several types of asbestos and only the rarer types are significantly hazardous to health.

[@carolyn64]

@@ravenbarsrepairs5594 what about renovating that place says non airborne particles to you?

[@Nathalie-g8x]

@@christinewilkinson3772 and everything else!

[@Xazoutje]

Each project has it ups and downs and for every project there is a person who will find their happiness in it. This is a massive project, but if you are a project manager and have enough work force behind you it is doable, there is great potential behind it, but you have to have the money and workforce to tackle it. Thanks for sharing. Amazing to see these beautiful building (even when they are greatly damaged by stupid vandals).

[@mhale-mi9iy]

I would keep the old chateau and tear down the new part that was the hospital. Would take a ton of work and money. There are nicer ones out there.

[@judithcarroll3206]

Hi Phil, not going to say RUN! Just make a list of the Pros and Cons …… Cons in no particular order 1. Money Pit, 2. Removal of the add ons 3. Clean up after, approximately 3 or 4 years later 4. Have the building assessed for structural integrity, asbestos etc 5. spend a small fortune on getting the asbestos removed 6. Get the building re-assessed (damage may occur when asbestos is removed) 7. Get a team together if health and safety concerns are addressed … Pros, in a perfect world it could be brought back to life. Just saying. Take care, keep smiling. Judith 🦋🥴

[@gaelenecole4053]

Woooooooow lots of Potential there !! Yep lots of hard work but dang what you are left with is the foundation of a beautiful building ❤❤❤such a shame people destroy beautiful things that aren’t theirs 😭

[@marydawson8939]

Totally Insane, Phil! 🤪🇦🇺

[@danielulz1640]

Oh, Phil, that hospital project is crazy even by your standards! 😮

[@irishdancer2753]

Phil, 🏃🏼🏃🏼🏃🏼!!! There will be another much better Chateau out there to remodel, I am sure!

[@janetpendlebury6808]

A better one would cost more.

[@carolyn64]

@@janetpendlebury6808 the cost of demolition and repairs and renovation and labor would be more than any difference in price.

[@wileycoyotesr8623]

Glad you included the word INSANE in the title. 👍👍👍

[@margaretforshaw1617]

Oh goodness ! I thought Sadie and Stans was bad enough!

[@sarahknight118]

I think you know that particular one is insane you wanted out of there! I'm sure there are many more to look at and I'll look forward to seeing something that gets you excited!

[@sharondavies5100]

I agree with Billy too RUN. It would be a life's work. Mind you look what Dan is doing to his complete wreck of a château which was all but destroyed by fire.

[@SusieMonk-jh8tj]

Run! You were right first time😫😫😫😳😳😳👏🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️

[@testfiretest3418]

❤❤❤PLEASE DON'T! I suggest "No" for that place Phil... it'll be a massive massively work for you... your château is awesome ...you don't need another château to fix. Take care!

[@pb973]

RUN.....too insane....totally forget it!

[@gioiapharo7433]

Glad to see you at the. Mucky Mansion

[@lindacraig6197]

Listen to Billy he is the Master of renovations and he gives the best advice….Run!!!! Concentrate on your own home and spend your money getting it finished and stop dreaming!!!

[@melindanaumovic8124]

That would have to be the most wonderful Insanity ever. Honestly really amazing but yes taking all the add on buildings down is definitely a big job. Costly. Definitely must be done as the add ons are quite ridiculous. But soooooooo worth it. ❤❤❤. Billie has an eye for a Gem!!!! Not sure it's your project Phil but it's definitely not hard to fall in love with it. 🥰🥰⭐⭐ If I had the money and no sore knees (and people) I'd would absolutely LOVE to do a project like that!!! It WILL be sold I know that much.

[@sandrajones633]

I never understand why people want to vandalise beautiful places like this

[@jdubbz92]

Something to do with culture

[@PatriciaBride]

Because they are immature and weren't raised right 👍

[@JoaninFlorida]

Jealousy

[@idreamofparis7233]

I cannot understand it either. Just admire them or ignore them. Don’t destroy!

[@paulkemp6057]

I don't mind saying that whoever they are, I despise them.

[@cheriesharp234]

I hope he give Sadie and Stan some tips on moving their channel along to earn money from youtube so they can get on with the restoration. Billy is a real miracle worker, no messing about, he gets stuck in. I hope he doesn't take on too much. You know what he's like he is so passionate about chateau and historical buildings. No patching up with Billy he does a proper job.

[@PatriciaBride]

@@cheriesharp234 I've noticed Stan has another channel....very interesting ❣️

[@susanc-c7817]

They know how to make money

[@cheriesharp234]

@PatriciaBride yes I've saw it the other day but it's all in french. But it does have subtitles.

[@thecatsmeow50]

Mucky mansion has already surpassed this channel subscribers.

[@cheriesharp234]

@angiejones7401 They are doing great with their subscribers, I'm looking forward to watching the renovation. Sadie has a lovely supportive family and not forgetting Stan the man.

[@barbarap6851]

I would run also. There must be so many other chateaus that could be renovated without all of the demo and clear out.

[@ptqt25sussex5]

I agree. The main question is what is not floating his boat at home. There’s still work to be done. This massive project is simply massive and what do you get afterwards.

[@cherylmcinnes4434]

There is decades of work to be done in that place Phil, not to mention the outrageous expense that will be needed. I would Mach 4 it out of there!!!!

[@dianalynnlarocque7578]

I agree with Billy run ,run fast.

[@Mime_Mama]

Phil, that was the good, the bad and the ugly of chateaux in one day! Lol.

[@marielenejarno423]

Bonjour, Je connais ce bâtiment ,il n’est pas loin de chez moi et la belle mère de ma fille y travaillais comme aide-soignante .J’espère que vous ne garderez que la partie ancienne. C’est un beau projet, l’environnement est très beau. De tout cœur avec vous.😃

[@lindabryant4292]

The first thing you would have to do is destroy everything but the chateau and haul it away. That would be millions right there. LISTEN TO BILLY. 🧡

[@caroltaylor-hinds6050]

Too insane🤦❤

[@katiemac5661]

windows are fabulous and the vaulting is breathtaking. The desecration is disturbing beyond words.

[@joellenmeek658]

It’s going to be a massive amount of work and even more money but you know what you are capable of.

[@elizabethbowler4196]

Phil- wether you choose to buy it or not is your decision alone but maybe you need something to do from scratch that is yours, that you’re doing from the bottom up and not just doing running repairs. Whatever you choose to do will be amazing, as always

[@AlpacaMade]

Since you're not listening anyway; you lot make Ryan look positively sane and rational. Having said that, I agree completely with the reasoning you gave at the end. If there are not enough original architectural features left, no reason to dedicate the rest of your life to a project. You can unplug your ears now😂

[@ehpeachylove]

Phil RUN AND RUN AWAY FAST… You have enough to do at your own chateaux and the bar in town. You do not have night time in a day to handle all you have already. Have a good week Phil

[@michaelcoffey3165]

Phil.. that’s bonkers. Even if it was FREE, it wouldn’t be worth it. Sometimes, regrettably, some places are too far gone. That one is beyond that.

[@SirenSaysStudio]

I can understand wanting a new project to go along with a new chapter in your life. Selling your current chateau (just assuming that’s where it would lead) and beginning something epic is appealing. But just like many have said, I’d listen to Billy on this particular property

[@IRSA1]

I could not wait for you to get out of that place, it literally made me feel queasy and almost scared. It does mot feel worth the herculean effort of renovating it. You already have so much on your plate, so complete tasks instead of bugling too many balls and letting most of them drop.

[@PurpleLovesArt]

I would recommend finding something far more beautifully and less work intense to spend money and time on. There are many old chateauxs or mansions waiting for someone to rescue them....

[@janetpendlebury6808]

The price would be more for a less work intensive chateau.

[@jonimarchese7655]

Hey Phil, I understand you want and need to restore these beautiful old Chateau's, really think about this one, not only your time and money, but a lot of the money will go towards a lot of trash. I would think about this one and maybe look into a few more, if you end up back there, it was meant to be. Good luck and I am definitely looking forward to your decision. Love from N.Y.

[@michaelstarr4837]

Life goes by so quickly. My advice would be to enjoy what you have achieved so far, and do other things such as travelling and seeing the world !!

[@clotildeturner8900]

wow! however, Sadie's place looks really good all cleaned up. I saw the original mess.

[@elf5012]

The beauty of the chapel and winding staircase, it is tragic that this building is in such terrible shape.

[@Hope-fv3kf]

Everything is fun to look at. Love the Mucky Mansion. You won't be warm for many years inside the 'hospital' chateau. Sadly, they destroyed all the things we love about a chateau. With the exception of staircases. Maybe, consider a 4 poster bed with the canopy blanket surround (the real reason they were used). Amazon has inexpensive Insulated cold weather Curtains that help keep cold out and warm inside.

[@karenmorrison8112]

It's these amazing Chapels that drawers one in.

[@dawnramejkis609]

Phil you have enough work at your own chateau that you need to do instead of taking on another project

[@lisadonahue537]

I don’t have words nor would I want you to even think of any for that place!

[@lauracatesduncan7498]

The previous owners/investors/financiers abandoned ship. Even IF one had the funds to completely renovate the structure(s), WHO would have the funds to maintain and/or live in it for any length of time? I respect and greatly appreciate the passion all of you have who are trying to save the ancient buildings, but I'd be inclined to salvage what architectural relics one could and demolish it.

[@maryp2747]

If you're looking for a place to renovate I think you need to look at something a lot smaller. Like the cottage on your property. Even if it were brought back to it's original glory I wouldn't live there because it's on a very busy road.

[@hennagspmaria7722]

There’s is nothing that is not fixable at Pannard. It will be fine. This property however, is not fixable 😢

[@Ragnar8504]

It might be but not by one person and not as a home. Have a look at Château du Theil, it was at least as bad as this place and now the restaurant is up and running, the hotel should follow soon. That's a business with a chunky budget though and no pretense of putting back lost features, the inside looks like a completely new build.

[@yolandamgulwa4869]

There's always a way. If the right person finds it, it can be a great château again. Maybe someone who watches this video might see the potential you don't see.

[@calmitchell85]

RUN😊

[@JP-bv7bf]

Listen to Billy, he has a lot of great experiences with these types of buildings. Run and find something in better shape and smaller. 🇨🇦

[@gwendolynvaliente3539]

I am appalled by the amount of vandalism. What kind of anger makes someone do that kind of damage?

[@ptqt25sussex5]

It’s more boredom I think the anger 😮

[@XantheWilliams]

Because they can, and are unlikely to be caught and prosecuted, sadly.

[@johnwest219]

As mad as a box of frogs, bonkers. Between the two of you another challange if you take it on

[@sushirules]

Too insane, Phil, really...

[@mannyortiz4814]

Phil,Billy my adventures. The place is big enough to be a resort. Too bad it is in such bad condition. Good luck to who ever chooses to take it on as a project. Until next time Phil. Please, take care and stay safe. Love ya 🍺🍺🌞😇🍽🕊🇺🇸🙏👍🌹🌈🍁🦃❤️ Happy Thanksgiving

[@lindagage7315]

Sadie and Stan are going to do great work at their chateau!

[@ellenanthony8017]

I love how Billy is climbing up rainbow-colored clouds to get to the front door!

[@kevinjewell233]

How well does one turn over in their sleep while in a straightjacket????? Phil is about to teach us!!!!!

[@laurencunningham8281]

Completely insane!!!

[@elizabethcazan4049]

❤you’re way of filming Sadie and Stan’s place, your take on it was so helpful and appreciated. I feel like I could see it and understand it better.

[@mariec.6568]

I understand that you’d want to give life back to the place. I see the beauty that it could be one day in your hands but it might be too much. Best to leave it to someone else and finish your beautiful home first. Thanks for taking us along.

[@rupertmiller9690]

Don't need the blurring, this place is already well known to the urbex community and pops right up with a simple keyword search. Much like trying to hide an elephant with a fig leaf. I'll give you points for the effort though. Thanks for the wander, saw the place two years ago on a different channel, it's about the same condition now as it was then.

[@dudleydogism]

Beyond insane… TURN AROUND AND RUN AWAY

[@MargaretEllison2023]

I can see it....all the "hospital" gone, that Chapel redone! Oh man, I can see it back to her beauty 😍

[@jeanniehall1440]

Smart thing, RUN!!

[@omadeitz3340]

That chapel alone with the flying buttress is beautiful. It would be years if work but the beauty of making it from scratch, the possibility is enormous.

[@gardenartbytraysea]

Just think,from crazy insane to absolutely stunning. What an honor to bring it back to life.

[@nerissaangel5200]

You can call it The Nightmare Institute 😂

[@ldqa2737]

I agree with Billy. You'd have to tear down and tear out all the additions in order to restore the original chateau. Your best bet is to focus on your current beauty. It's a handful but finishing it will be more fulfilling, IMO. 😉

[@Tiffany-vj1tv]

Ohhhh Phil 🫣you do what is best for you… somehow I feel that one is a bit tooooooooo much! Stay safe and warm till next time ❤️🙏

[@christinecox8073]

Love these vlogs it’s a money pit thanks for sharing ❤