Exploring the Mystery: What's Behind the Blocked Wall in the Original Garden Staircase?

Bonjour à tous, its back to work in the walled garden and creating the breathtaking landscape design, but while working on the garden Ash takes a look at one of the unsolved mysteries and what is behide the wall under the staircase?
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[@user-xh1ie9pd3z]

I think you should have a statute of your mother carved and put on a plinth in the middle of the garden she is such a source of strength and help it would be a great compliment to her .

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@helenf9650]

She’s definitely the Goddess of Great Work!!

[@charisoutofTexas]

Great idea!

[@jeannewheeldon6796]

The very best idea Tracy it should be.

[@BLAZERSEAMS]

I agree - a life-size statue of Demolition Mam with both hands gripping a 7lb sledge hammer and various power tools sticking out of a tool belt.....

[@shelair52]

As a Landscape Architect I can state that I have not seen so called professionals do as well and with so much enthusiasm. You all deserve medals, well done. If I were well I would certainly volunteer. I certainly agree with a lot of the other comments a statue would be a wonderful idea for the centre circle.

[@tricial4330]

I think a beautiful covered gazebo structure, for having tea/drinks/meals out there in that center spot would be fantastic and a usable space for outdoor dining, star gazing etc.

[@marydesrosiers9271]

Totally agree!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Tricia 🥰

[@iu.5146]

Maybe something like they put in the walled garden of Château La Lande.

[@dalesmithson5454]

That was my thought too!

[@JuSutton]

@@iu.5146 Please no - the one at La Lande makes it look like a cheap garden centre

[@juliawatson8874]

for the middle circle, how about some curved benches where people can sit to enjoy the garden & chat

[@hitiming]

That was what I was going to suggest

[@barbaraobrien3522]

LANDSCAPER, 30 YRS. 1654 HOUSE AND GARDEN, YOU MADE ME CEY, WHAT A GREAT EFFORT. GOOD ON YOU. ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

[@tinashockley2782]

My suggestion is to leave the center empty with benches around, a place to rest and enjoy the garden with others.

[@candyland2666]

Patrick looking over the wall is too much. I love that dog.

[@iu.5146]

I absolutely love the overhead shot at 20:40 minutes. The property is really starting to look like a Grand Estate, beautifully laid out. From the drone shot one gets an idea how big the estate truly is. So much thought has gone into the layout. Everything connects and flows so well.

[@terrigray6044]

A gazebo would be lovely in the center circle.

[@Iam_lamb]

Patrick is such a great help with the digging…..his breed is bred to hunt badgers❤️

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Haha. He loves it 🥰🥰

[@tamirawiebe7155]

I think a lovely raised pond with water lilies and koi swimming about. Water feature, but not another fountain.

[@evakinney3152]

Definitely a beautiful fountain. The sound of the water has a calming effect, drowns out unpleasant noises from your neighbors, helps purify the air, encourages wildlife, cools the air during the heat of the summer and is beautiful in the garden. Gardens should not only be beautiful but use ALL your senses. I love to walk through a garden touching the different textures, smelling the scents and hearing the water, animals and wind stir the leaves.

[@Sassafras30]

This is your Camelot. Peace, serenity, beauty and love. What a glorious place. May you all have a long life in excellent health to enjoy this little piece of heaven.

[@melaniegardner7317]

You all are the TREASURE! ❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

You are so kind 🥰🥰

[@rutroh9647]

Center of Garden...Resurrect the sun dial or a round metal pergola for roses or wisteria ...

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🥰

[@JuSutton]

Definitely a sun dial, pergola very passé

[@christinemarshall7217]

Pergola would look in keeping. Xxx

[@ChristineKelly1000]

@@christinemarshall7217plus it would give a shaded area for people to sit and would look fabulous for wedding photos. Beautiful AND practical.😊❤

[@user-yr4vy6wi4r]

I like fountains. I just don’t think you can have too many and your garden is huge. I like the idea of the circle benches as well around the fountain to enjoy the garden. It should be something grand as it’s the center and should make a statement. I also like the Gazebo idea. Whatever you choose make it a statement piece.

[@GG100ghp]

I love seeing the animals “helping”, it’s truly delightful. I shouldn’t have a favourite, but Patrick is beyond adorable.

[@johnchang7725]

Yes, more history and mysteries please! It would be great to have a compiled history and plans of the chateau and chateau grounds for your lucky guests to read so they can more easily explore and admire the different aspects of the place while spending their time at the chateau.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks John 🥰

[@tracylyon-woerner8189]

Patrick living his best life 🥰. Border looks amazing from the drone shot

[@kimharris9620]

Maybe put a seat either side, somewhere to sit in the middle of the garden, to contemplate, to read, to admire:))

[@robbiemoriarty7499]

Building the ledges and irrigation system will be the structure/ foundation of this garden. The backbreaking work will reap so many benefits later. This garden is going to be spectacular!!!!

[@karenbradley8851]

Always love hearing Ash narrate the progress at the chateau. For people who were not chateau restorers in the past. You 3 are doing such a fantastic job.

[@TheBlueMoo]

I vote for fountain, gazebo or pond for the circle in the garden. But the gazebo idea might be nice so people could have a covered area to spend time in the garden without being directly out in the sun.

[@samanthagothard9891]

I love that the chickens are always helping

[@paulbombardier8722]

Must be nice to finally be able to get outside and work on the walled garden! After so many months inside…fresh air is always nice. The drone shots showing the garden and the progress made with the edging, etc., is unbelievable!! Makes me appreciate all the more the botanical Gardens that I’ve seen. You folks are a marvel.

[@GRB0517]

I think you should have a statue of ANTHEIA - The Goddess of gardens, flowers, swamps, and marshes.

[@happydays310]

The garden is truly taking shape and starting to look beautiful by the day...

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@user-fc2hb3de2w]

A large statue and benches in the middle circle sound very nice.

[@suzannestubbins]

Store garden tools, hoses and accessories related to garden work, would be great too store under the stairs, closer too the garden😊

[@mary-janelockwood6995]

Curved benches definitely, to enjoy the garden

[@brettkruempel244]

I think a large planter-urn would look nice at the center or a large statue on a pedestal. Everything is looking fantastic. Much credit goes to Ash for all his hard and painstaking work. The accuracy of those curves is remarkable.

[@desirepflugbeil8986]

No wonder all 4 of you (as well as Rob) and Stuart and Patrick are my favourites. Such kindness.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Desire 🥰🥰

[@candyland2666]

I agree. I love Patrick and Stuart too. I tell my son I'm watching my favorites.

[@attilladacook3405]

The Centre of the garden definitely needs a tall three tiered slow dripping fountain surrounded by Boston ferns.

[@vickisasso543]

Maybe leave that middle section vacant for a brief time...putting in the plants and 2 fountains...then you will see how all of it looks and no doubt some wonderful idea will spring forth as to what should be in the middle. Your guests will spend time out there.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Vicki 🥰🥰

[@dorothy2770]

I also think a large gazebo with benches and a little table would be lovely!!

[@Clair.e]

A seating area of some type would be a great feature and usable for guests

[@maggieflatt9686]

This garden will be stunning! Perfect for a chateau. A gazebo in the center would be lovely.

[@kathyrose9608]

The garden is looking amazing. I can see in my mind where this is going. Everything is well planned as usual. The whole family was outside today digging away, Tracy, Terry, Ash, Patrick, Sasha.. and the chickens. ❤😊

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@brittawrolson5936]

Sasha is looking tired. Of course, Tracy has a warm blanket as well as a snug jumper for her🥰❤️

[@siameseire]

what a walking-saver to store garden tools, blankets, etc. under the stairs.

[@johnbruce-el8ld]

You three are such hard working people, I am glad that progress is your reward. My feeling about the center of the garden is that every garden needs a water feature.. Similiar to Stephanie placing the fountain in the court yard of LaLande. It goes without sying that everyone wishes you well .

[@janjeffrey5679]

Brilliant watch. What a shame there's no pot of gold under the stairs though. I'm loving watching the garden take shape. My back aches just watching!! Take care all. Jan xx👍❤️

[@annkraft7849]

Yes, Ash… it is without words, what you guys have accomplished 🎊 🎉👏👏❤️🥰 So wonderful to watch it all come together 👏👏❤️you all schuld all have a prize 🏆… Love it all🥰❤️🙏

[@charmees6637]

This is the first time I’ve seen the start of a Chateau formal garden and it’s going to be amazing. All possibilities, a statute, curved seating, a gazebo and so on and so forth. It’ll be amazing no matter what you guys do ❤

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@AuntieDeb71]

You're absolutely crushing it in that garden - it's going to be stunning, I know what incredibly hard work it is to heft and install that kind of edging just for a small suburban yard - the amount you're hauling, lifting and laying down is just unbelievable. If I were ever able to visit that garden, I think the central circle would be a great spot for a screened pergola to sit under some shade and enjoy a 360 view of the garden.

[@marthaizaguirre6363]

"Better get Shifty on!" As an (American) ESOL teacher, I love idiomatic expressions! Just another reason to watch your fab channel! 🤩🤩🤩

[@EthanLomas]

Yes I noticed that but I think he said, “better get a shifty on” I love some of the phrases Terry uses. Some of the tenses and other variations go back centuries. It’s so cool to hear 😊

[@suzannepolder3929]

Ash, you are in your element. Your joy makes me smile.

[@kristinireland-doll6562]

It is remarkable achievement you all have accomplished with the walled garden. You all should be so proud. Beautiful, looking forward to seeing the plantings.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@deirdregahansuttle5698]

my son is Autistic so would be great to have a sensory garden somewhere in your new garden plan. With scented plants, water features, rough and smoth statues, quite areas. That's aot but even on of these woukd be great for your visitors with disabilities. IRELAND

[@paulinemarks6207]

I would have been so nackered after moving those edgers ! Your mom is the best trooper ever!❤❤❤

[@michaeloram]

No, definitely a biggish fountain. After all that is you're formal garden. Must be grandiosa

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@ValCanada-od2if]

You guys should do live videos for all of your subscribers to appreciate in real time the actual amount of work involved with transporting and installing all of those cement edges! You all are so courageous and strong! 💪🏼 Especially Tracy, it shows those are quite heavy 😢

[@courtyard1972]

The staircase looks amazing now it has been cleaned. I really think you should do the walls as well, it will make a huge difference.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

No we don’t want that 🥰

[@noreenen2347]

please dont. while the steps need to be done for safety the walls with little plants growing are so beautiful and add to the history.

[@sandraford3788]

They said last time they were leaving the wall and planting hanging plants from the top and climbers at the bottom

[@candyland2666]

I agree

[@amysimpson646]

It could destroy the wall. The granite stairs are much harder than the stacked stone. It could be a disaster.

[@BabyB1956]

I bet you never want to see another edging block for a long while when this is finished. Looking fabulous as we knew it would. Semi circle stone seats would be nice in the centre.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@ellenmadsen7308]

Absolutely love watching you make this garden. Also loved the image of Patrick’s little face peering from above as you explored the tunnel.

[@chrissyfrancis8952]

Soon as I saw that opening, I thought it was a storage area for garden tools. It’s in a handy spot to store those things.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@hungrygrl333]

It would be fun to have a pond in the garden. You could have water plants and gold fish. A gazebo in the middle would be nice as well.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 ☺️

[@sailingwhitsundays5672]

The workload in this garden is phenomenal, a credit to you all, a mammoth task, very much appreciate the job you’ve taken on there.

[@patreynolds1781]

It is looks so good. The steps looks amazing as well. They cleaned up so good. I got very tired just watching you move all those bricks. I bet you were feeling sore after that job. The garden is looking great. Ash is doing a great job putting down all the bricks. But as you said, it takes a team effort and you all make a great Team.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@martinjames3950]

Ash is doing a fantastic job with the edging a gazebo in the centre so you sit and take in what you have done

[@elisenelson3631]

The edging on the rest of the walled garden is really taking shape. Terry, Ash, and Tracy good work. I can't wait to see the plants go in.

[@gyllian2611]

I think someone's already mentioned this but I think it would be nice to have a small round gazebo/pergola in the center of the garden....maybe with a couple of seats/benches there so people could sit and enjoy the garden when the flowers are all in bloom.

[@isabellegauci5264]

Such a hard working family. Mum is brilliant at tackling every project with ease. All so creative. The walled garden will look beautiful. Can't wait to see it mature in years to come.

[@sandraberry612]

Hi everyone,Oh my goodness, you’re all working so hard , the garden beds are looking absolutely amazing ! I don’t know, how Tracy keeps up with you guys, shes worth her weight in gold ! Tack care lots of love 🥰💕

[@deirdrecerasa3932]

The garden is going to be magnificent! Tracy, Ash and Patrick, you are so passionate about Lalacelle. Everything you do adds to her beauty and pride of place. ❤

[@carladejonge4951]

You guys are amazing! You are right, Ash! I could not imagine how far you have come in a years time! You are an amazing Family!❤❤

[@chrislarsen2684]

I agree - I think a beautiful sculpture or statue in the middle would be lovely!

[@delightfuldesignsbydenise9710]

I’d leave the walls aged & enjoy the fresh stairs. I hope you’ll go to Chelsey Flower Show or Paris Flea Market for inspiration for the center of garden. I see a salvaged metal gazebo w/Roses🌹 I think Weinie dog loves Spring as much as Ash!! -SE Texas❤

[@kerrylynnparsons7879]

A large stone statue??? 🥰🎶❤️❤️❤️🎶🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🏰🇫🇷🇫🇷🇫🇷

[@sheilaheslin2835]

A fountain sounds amazing but what ever you decide will be perfect

[@sylviamaynard211]

A gazebo to be out of the sun while enjoying the garden.

[@AtlantaGarden]

My back hurts just watching you!! Such hard workers. As for the center piece for the garden, you'll know it when you see it. Just keep an eye out. Gorgeous camera work at the beginning of the video, BTW ❤

[@jeanetterule5420]

🏆🎆🏆🎆🏆🎆🏆🎆🏆🎆🏆🎆You all work so hard. But you have something others don’t: you have love and you can see it in everything you do. Sending lots of love from me in the USA. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@maggiemaloney8599]

I am absolutely gob smacked! The garden is going to be magnificent. An award winner. You just never cease to amaze me. Love to you all for being so inspiring.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Maggie 🥰

[@scarter8137]

Too funny! Patrick was like you go first I’ll stay on the steps 🤣 Garden is coming along nicely good job y’all!

[@siameseire]

I'm incredibly impressed with the straight and curved border walls! They are Bogglingly well done.

[@caropapa]

Good morning Tracy, Terry and Ash, watching how you work as a great team i have to say your work ethic would put the young ones to shame, it`s so refreshing to see how you are making the garden and chateau projects come alive. Thank you for sharing your journey with us it`s all so exciting..

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@michellewilliamson449]

I love when you guys explore! So much fun to watch! The walled garden is looking fabulous and Ash seems he is in his ' happy place ' there, lol! I wish you would have found a treasure because with all you hard work you deserve it more than anyone.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@mariabremner7013]

I have to wonder, that if Ash drilled the hole higher up in the wall, they may well have found a cavity.. It is also a plausible theory of it just being a storage area, used for that lower field, seeing as there is that water feature on the other side of the staircase. Ground imaging equipment may help with looking for anomalies, and inviting archeologists to test your site, may be an avenue worth pursuing in the future. The history of the whole area would surely turn up many ancient artifacts. I love watching everyone working so tirelessly to bring this lovely property alive and still be enjoying the place so many years from first seeing it. My garden is 6" of grey hydrophobic sandy soil, ontop of clay. A shovel wont do anything, a pinchbar is the only, slow wat to dig a hole. Got to love gardening.😊 With love, everything is possible. In Australia, it's very tricking gardening with huge gumtrees making a mess 24/7, but they bring happiness with every season, especially with the wildlife that live around our neighborhood.

[@user-rw1bk2is4f]

Curved bench would be a wonderful idea and you can sit and enjoy the garden, the flowers and birds - that would make a lovely addition ❤️

[@user-ii5oo1im3c]

Three suggestions ... 1) raised cement statue of child with basket of flowers. 2) a large urn planted with annuals. 3) a round stone seat. So exciting! Colorado Cherri

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@amayastrata4629]

Response 1. Oh dear! 2. Not bad. 3. The best.

[@JuSutton]

Definitly option 2 - large urn.

[@yolandacrittenden7279]

Love this channel. Bringing this place back to life is awesome to see.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Glad you enjoy it! 🥰🥰

[@melaniegardner7317]

😱 those blocks! That would be tiring! It looks fabulous!

[@penelopefp]

I don't have much of a bucket list, I'm a simple person. But visiting you at the chateau is on my list!!

[@dianalyman5950]

Hi Ashe, some have made a great suggestion of a statue of Tracy with curved benches, I love the idea but make a topiary statue of a woman with her spade and shading her eyes from the sun as we have seen Tracy do so often. I'm sure you would have fun with it, maybe some small pups helping her dig. 😁🤞. 🤗❤️🌈🙏🕊️

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Diana 🥰🥰

[@rose101dw]

That is hilarious, whatever you two are up to, Patrick is right in the thick of it۰

[@jjhorine]

Love seeing Patrick at work!

[@yasha.hartberg]

Here me out, a colossal statue of Patrick for the middle of the garden!

[@benitacope7797]

I love the way Patrick helps you dig.

[@artdeve8979]

Lots of good ideas for that Circle in the garden. How about planting a Christmas type tree so that you could decorate it each year at Christmas.😊

[@kennstransky]

The mystery awaits us all!

[@albertpeckham8708]

The walled garden will be nothing short of spectacular!

[@joannshupe9333]

Looks like Mum spent hours on a balance beam as a kid!

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you 🙏 🥰

[@girlnorthof60]

I can feel your joy & excitement, Ash. I don't envy you the work, but I do appreciate when a plan comes together... something incredible that you've created literally from scratch. Cheering you on, Hello to everyone! 👋😁 Pat

[@jangriffiths8013]

Wow! The amount of work accomplished is incredible! The drone shots are wonderful!

[@alternate1868]

I would love to see a lovely flowering specimen tree in the centre When it grows it would be a beautiful place to sit on a circular bench that surrounded it

[@annmcgranaghan2131]

No idea the size of the middle circle but I suggest a large stone flower pot in the centre and two curved stone benches to mimic the circle edge. A lovely restfull place to sit and enjoy the beauty of the garden. The stone will not require maintenance and the pot can be filled with plants of choice and seasons.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thanks Ann 🥰

[@LindaDavis-hi2un]

Everything you do looks amazing Ash! I love your excitement.

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much!! ☺️

[@kathibrooks1401]

Ash has found his calling . Fantastic job. You all are such hard workers. Sure wish I could come play.

[@paulinecalvert8476]

A sundial would make a great centrepiece , without distracting from the ornate design and planting.

[@Redbuzzcut]

It is absolutely amazing to see the sculpted garden plots take shape. You guys are doing an incredible landscaping job by yourselves, admirable and inspirational! Thanks again for sharing your journey - Cheers!

[@julieduchek2969]

Gosh Ash, you did a wonderful job putting in those boarders. Good job all of you guys in the work on the walled garden.

[@mellodecember6654]

My heart is so happy when I watch you all work and live together as a family. Your mother is such a source of inspiration and strength. Love to you all from California.

[@rosemariedeschenes7013]

The drone shots are stunning ❤❤❤❤❤Definitely get into all the mysteries and places you haven’t explored yet. The garden is really taking shape. Love it 😍😘