Discover our Chateau OUTBUILDINGS 1 - How to renovate a Chateau (Without killing your partner) ep 24

[@michellephillips8035]

Since, it is believed that the long house is from the 17th Century, it might be worth enquiry if there is a preservation society or government grant that you may be entitled to apply for. There are organisations abroad that may offer you sponsorship. The long house would also make a beautiful wedding reception venue, especially for the evening reception, artist studio, writers den.........making it profitable throughout the year. Just food for thought. Sending ❤️ from Wales

[@slouberiee]

These are excellent ideas! S. from Czechia :)

[@glimmersbytanya]

Great idea!💜

[@J.Cameron.Stuart.Adams.]

This was my first thought when I saw the state of the roof. Thankfully your comment was the first. This saved me from spamming Philip with the same suggestion. If they got their application in already, they may have a response between late 2025 thru summers 2032. Hopefully emergency repairs, without resorting to covering the roof with plastic sheeting, will save the three hundred year old timbers. Cheers!

[@FransBlaas1]

Would be worse. Then they rule over every step of renovation you do and end up paying a lot more..

[@sdole9448]

As an ex-archaeologist and history buff, I thank you both for your excitement and commitment to making the buildings living history again. Buildings always change - that's an OK thing. I could see your barrels in a 3 sided wine tasting pavilion as tables and decor. Love how many greens there are for Anna!

[@sdole9448]

And the broken ladder is now perfect for a corner of a room displaying folded fabrics or quilts on.

[@robinhewitt]

My favourite line of the show. " This place needs a lot of Benoit." I can't wait to watch the drama and hear the sarcasm, I mean, the renovations and history. Honestly, your show has so many frightening Philip components that I have one hand over my eyes a lot.

[@ShipCreek]

Yes, peeking through my fingers incase I miss something🤣😅🤣😅👍

[@claudp3407]

Robin, I missed that line. Too funny!

[@travelmom3031]

the barrells would make really great outdoor cocktail tables for weddings or events.

[@mrrberger]

Save the barrels for bespoke chateau drink.

[@AvidHistory]

That’s a great idea!

[@susanduff-silsby2695]

Terrific plan!

[@w.kircher7991]

A few tips for the longhouses: 1. Few guest rooms to rest and relax. 2. Ateliers for artistic creation. 3. A small workshop. 4. Retreat for each child a room in a long house for themselves. 5. Space for one/two horses + carriage + accessories 6. Space for a vintage car that suits the house.

[@DenisPeel]

Beautiful building! Did anyone notice the Irises planted along the ridgeline ? I found this on a blog "Traditionally the thatched roof is topped with a bed of clay where iris are planted. The roots, or rather rhizomes, of the iris help to mesh together the reed ends in the thatch and remove excess moisture from the ridge." I hope you will do lots of research on these old buildings before you start the restoration, good luck.

[@mlady204103]

As a gardener, Iris blooming on a thatched roof got my attention and I had to google it to see for myself. Sure enough, I found a row of Iris blooming away on top of a thatched roof houses! I wonder who thought of such a thing? I'm guessing a creative, horticultural carpenter that understood the thatched roof construction and the Iris rhizome (roots) that prefer shallow planting on soil surfaces. Can't you just picture Phillip planting Iris on the Long House roofs? It sounds so off the wall, the video could go viral! 😊

[@28105wsking]

How interesting! THanks, Denis! I did notice them and wondered at it.

[@louisegogel7973]

Fascinating and so beautifully practical all at the same time.

[@graciemaca6996]

@Denis Peel- That was an amazing discovery you made about the iris'. These places are rich in history & it's always intriguing to discover historical facts! They will have to save all the iris' to replant them after the roof is finished, they will look gorgeous when in full bloom!

[@suzieq2958]

So pleased for you that you have patrons who want to restore the Longhouse before it's too late! :)

[@liesavillandre3481]

I would not be able to stop looking at all the interesting items either.

[@vintagemoss9578]

Me too 😃

[@martinedehoef8594]

Me too

[@Aentchen27]

My engineering heart is jumping full of joy when I see these historic buildings. They're the reason I chose my profession for. But important things now: you need to get the structures dry and keep them dry, that's 80% of the job done! Look out for wet stains on the floor, they will tell you where the water is getting in and where to start repairs. At best you'll get some heavy rain and can see the water coming in. You can always add pillars to hold the structures in place until you can start reconstruction, but stopping the cause of damage will give you time. I wish I was closer to you and could just come over to help....

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Thank you very much!

[@Aentchen27]

@@HowToRenovateAChateau Always! If you need anything just ask.

[@mariadigiovanni1168]

I believe that is a small donkey or burro shoe. They have a straighter and longer foot than the rounder hoof of a horse. Love the out buildings. Thank you for the tour.

[@mparker6823]

That makes sense! I was thinking small work pony, but was still puzzled because it looked slightly different then any other horse/pony shoe I had seen.

[@stephenhoyt924]

My wife and I bought an Amish PA USA farmhouse (circa 1796) 1983. The house had been ‘restored’ in the 1950’s and made grander than the original builders/owners could have possibly afforded. We were able to cobble together additional acreage to a total of only 30 of the original 300, but it gave us privacy! While we hired people to make additions the the house and build a new barn, we tackled the old barn and other outbuildings ourselves. We both used our bodies as a weapon of the war and built our relationship as a solid working team! As the challenges of life accrued, that bond served as a strong enough to hold us together through all the tough times that life throws at all of us. We celebrated 55 years in 2022 and are still in love. May all this work together give your relationship what you need to endure! You are a beautiful family…stay strong and keep laughing!

[@kathleenclark5877]

Such treats! Can’t wait for Philip’s sardonic take on whatever he is doing.

[@Jennifer62389]

Get's old sometimes to me.

[@kathleenclark5877]

Jennifer: I find that it is charming in the real sense of the word when, despite the enormity of the tasks they take on, Philip has this playful approach and hence my interest in their vlog. When I am faced with some gargantuan “I do not want to do this and I would rather have my eyes picked out with pins” task, I do not have this sense of humour. Therefore, I look forward to his approach to working his guts out at the Chateau. Wee Anna plays the straight woman beautifully. Absotively delightful. The glass is always half full with this lovely couple!

[@barbibutton9619]

@@kathleenclark5877 same...I have been trying to lighten up and that's the effect their vlog has had on my state of mind. 🌷🙂

[@judygillespie3242]

@@Jennifer62389 I feel bad for you. Life has its upside and downs 🙃 I find his humor charming.

[@mylessandison6550]

I’m sure Nathan would love to have his section of the barn renovated. You could sneak in a reinforced door….just to avoid any future breakouts 🏃🏻‍♂️😉

[@famprima]

He could start a lovely bistro there...

[@chantellouise9406]

Nathan I think am love ❤❤🥰

[@chantellouise9406]

❤❤❤❤

[@cindydorado4718]

😆🤣

[@lynn4746]

So happy that you will be rescuing that building- it is a beautiful piece of history and would make for a wonderful retreat for guests. I love watching you both and am always excited to watch your vids.

[@johncollier608]

Wow, I thought the Chateau was a lot of work. Those outbuildings are absolutely worth saving but that is a shed load of work (you see what I did there?) :-) Thanks for sharing.

[@nicolethijs5428]

Those old pieces of wood and tile ,cleand up would loook lovely as decoration in the chateau rooms. Even a group of the bottles with some flowers in would look wonderful! These longhouses would be wonderful rentals.

[@normamurray4450]

That was a super tour of the gorgeous old building! Phillip, I eagerly await your much loved, sarcastic comments every week. Your little daughter is gorgeous!!!!

[@dalehegstrom7295]

Your business plan sounds exciting. I would be interested to discover the history of these buildings dating all the way back to the 17th century. Perhaps there are funds available for historic restoration and repurposing of these treasures. Maybe enough to buy a safer ladder. Unless, of course, collection of life insurance upon the unfortunate demise of one's spouse as a result of continued use of the historic ladder.

[@wrinklesandsprinkles]

I wouldn’t be able to stop looking through the bits inside of the buildings! I think discovering historical items & places is what draws me to chateau restoration channels. As always, sending love from America❣️🇺🇸

[@teresalipot7111]

Watching Phillip put his head in the mulcher was quite "entertaining"! I love your dry sense if humor...particularly with your son. "I'm perfect, even if I make a mistake".

[@Tracy_R]

TREASURES!! AMAZING BOTTLES & BOXES & MOLDINGS OH MY! KEEP SEARCHING. Bats are amazing they eat mosquitos. Out buildings are incredible

[@milmom4281]

And make excellent guano for fertilizer!

[@louisegogel7973]

@@milmom4281 I was hoping others would comment on the benefits and wonder of bats! Thank you to you both!! I have always been the one to help get bats out of a house when they mistakenly fly in, and have even worked with a bat scientist in Belize once when he was studying them, especially the vampire bats! I had leather gloves on when I handled those bats.

[@dawnbutler2846]

More lovely Chateau vlogs tonight. Better than tv. Thank you.

[@lorrainel2314]

Those antique bottles and crates would make a beautiful display somewhere in the chateau. What a treasure trove those out buildings are. The long building is just lovely.

[@ruthiezophia2946]

I luv those bottles. Can't wait to see them cleaned up.

[@krisindaboyce3417]

The Cow discussion cracked me up with the French Lesson😂 So much to restore I wish you both all the best.

[@ArtistTree]

It would be SO wonderful to have a curiosity cabinet in the main entry area for all of the bits and bobs you've found!!! Including the pigeon flower frog, lol!

[@katiem6773]

These long houses make me think of converting them to a country spa. You guys are so fun, I love catching up with you. Thanks for doing these videos. I enjoy your adventures.

[@stacey_d]

My absolute favorite part is the view right up to the uppermost part of the ceiling. Stunning! How blessed you both are to steward such a beautiful estate.

[@charlesmnadeau]

I thoroughly admire your dedication, passion and courage in restoring the château "et ses dépendances". Thank you.

[@JohnWilson-cn2ru]

Monday mornings in Australia are so much better with you two. I always start them with a smile now. Thank you.

[@dotell8925]

The old outbuildings need to be saved. Very happy to hear you will be working on them.

[@chrischris8550]

Just found your channel yesterday and it is an absolute joy to watch your videos. Hope your family enjoy every day, even through the hard work.

[@jamierussellville101]

Look at all those lovely treasures! So happy you appreciate all the old stuff.

[@kathleenclark5877]

Plus one of those really large wine barrels could be used almost as sort of pub tables with glass tops in your garden for your guests.

[@abigailnunns1983]

I can't wait for the restoration to start! Maybe Anna can even sneak some green into the decor...

[@barbibutton9619]

And Phillip some burgundy

[@jeangodding6348]

Great tour, I’d get distracted too , but yes it’s urgent to save those buildings . Maybe the commune would have a grant available for preservation?

[@roxysage645]

Thank you so very much for sharing some of the rest of the property! What a treasure you have! It will be exciting to see the progress on the outbuildings. And of course, so relieved that Philipp survived!

[@lauragraham1122]

I was completely thinking 'Fargo' when you were the shredder.. ha ha!!! Great Vlog ! thank you.

[@maddieray5406]

"We don't want the camera to fall, but it doesn't matter if you fall!" LOL...they are so perfect for each other!!

[@nunofurbznes2799]

Super happy to hear that you're able to save the out buildings and keep them with thatched roofs! I would LOVE to stay there when they're done.

[@mikeduda3173]

so glad you're going to save the longhouse. looking forward to seeing the renovation.

[@Gendekk]

Maybe a good idea to leave the horseshoe in the barn for good luck😉 Enjoy the sense of humour you all have. Thank you yet again for sharing.

[@louisegogel7973]

And have it with the loop downward and the two end upward to hold the luck is what I’ve always heard.

[@AvidHistory]

So much fun touring this longhouse. I can’t wait to hear what you find out about the history of the building.

[@MrJerkensen]

You guys have this incredible ability to see challenges as adventures. It's that bit of reframing that can make an overwhelming project seem super fun! It's quite inspiring.

[@vanessaisom8620]

I am so looking forward to watching these buildings being restored. They are amazing, and will certainly be a great asset to the chateau, and you business. How exciting!!

[@susandewolfe4876]

As I held my Coffee Negroni cocktail tonight I couldn't stop my hand from shaking as I watched Phillip put his head in the shredder.... I couldn't help but yell at my TV ...."PHILLIP HAVEN'T YOU WATCHED FARGO"???? So happy that you were able to get your head out of the shredder and give a tour of the outbuildings.

[@billstarr7224]

What a great place for a wine bar using the barrels as tables. Great party building. Whatever you come up with, we agree it needs to be saved.

[@lisabradley7770]

Love what we’ve seen of the outbuildings so far, the history is incredible, can’t wait to see work start on them.

[@barbibutton9619]

So many treasures in the buildings. I would use the bottles for simple vases and many of the items could be cleaned up and fused into the rooms as historical conversation pieces etc. Thank you for the tour.

[@alisonmckenzie1415]

Ooohh exciting times ahead for you Anna & Phillip. So much history cannot wait to see the renovations in the future . 👍🏻🤗

[@sarahpenrose9681]

Yah I’m now a patreon as a result of watching today’s vlog x so excited as your an amazing couple

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Glad to have you on board 😊

[@marynolan6627]

My cousins have lived in the same thatched cottage in Ireland for over 400 years...it is costly to thatch, but oh so beautiful.

[@barbibutton9619]

I wonder how many thatchers are left that would be available to restore it? It's one of those specialty trades who probably have a backup of years.

[@glendacloud2911]

I cannot wait to see the rest of the longhouse series. You’ve got history, archaeology, restoration and fixer-upper. What more could we ask for?🦋🦋🦋🦋🦋

[@Hellyers]

Love the outbuildings... so much character! The stables in particular are beautiful.

[@roberthossen8354]

Philip dear fellow, whatever you two are up to, it is ALWAYS super exciting!!!!!

[@gisellenorbury2369]

Love the old beautiful buildings

[@-sstevens5444]

So happy that you're able to move forward and save these amazing buildings. Excellent. ❤❤

[@duchessa44]

I have a real weakness for timbered and thatched roof buildings so this video was such a pleasure to see. Oh, my!! I can hardly wait to follow along on the journey of this longhouse's restoration. I can even imagine staying in the restored longhouse with the beautiful peaked roof and glass doors to make it feel airy yet cozy. Enjoy this week and your continued efforts on the 4th guest room. xo

[@kate2create738]

Ooo, this kind of adventure is fun, it's always interesting to see what is left in out buildings like this.

[@kathyvick2710]

Amazing find of bottles! Don’t know if you’ve seen this DIY with wine/cider bottles but after you throughly clean them, you can drill a hole (must use a special drill bit) on the side at the bottom of the glass (but above the base), and insert battery operated “fairy lights”/Tiny LED lights, or plug in Christmas lights (the small ones not the large bulbs) depending where you put the bottle. The LED ones can be used as lighting on patio tables with some other little decorations and the bottles that have a electrical cord can be used in an outdoor kitchen, bar, side table, etc. My son has made some. They are really cool and depending on the color of glass, gives off a different “glow.” Obviously you can’t drink what’s inside, so this way you can use them and they have a purpose. And you could use some for vases in your guest rooms.

[@MarieClaude]

I'm so thrilled that you are showing the out buildings! Love it!

[@nadinetasmania]

OMG - those bottles - you are making me crazy - so many treasures you will unearth. The attic is stunning - save it! Beautiful out buildings.Legacy restoring brilliant x

[@marich91]

Pays d'Auge... We're literally going on vacation there in 10 days! Hope we come across the chateau on the way :) Love the longère, they're so representative of normand architecture. Can't wait to see what they'll become!

[@rodneydecoster318]

This was such a lovely episode. One of my favorite. Beautiful couple and Nathan and cows too. 😘

[@johnmikel5934]

Make wine in the barrels👍😉 Don't cut them up if they can be restored and used. It is a nice hobby for Philip to pick up on when restoration of the Chateau is complete. Gets some LED lighting for the long house. Save the structure! You can branch out and use them for storing wine bottles and antiques on shelves. You can stabilize the beams that have decay, inject a low viscosity epoxy or urethane into the beam.

[@marionchanson5479]

Loved the out building tour! Pleaaasseee fix the roof!!! You can see that in the longere there are 2 distinct sections. One to house a family (with the window and door surrounded by bricks), and the other part for the animals. The loft was certainly used to stock grains and hay which were a great to insulate the house from the cold.

[@po3alily]

You found treasure that is! So cute

[@gregoryalexander4418]

Wow The out buildings are Fantastic yes they need to be saved . Too bad we didn't get to see the horse stables what a Magnificent building really glad you kept the Chateau grounds the as is better for the estate .I would clean up some of the old bottles and put them in a sunny window enjoy them.😅

[@judyshort38]

You should have some pretty interesting videos coming up with the reno of the outbuilding! Can't wait!!!

[@gypsy1588]

Very excited and happy to hear of your plans for the out buildings.

[@majbrat]

Permaculture gardens use fresh mulch all the time. There will be some picky plants & trees to watch for, as well test your beds ph periodically to correct if it gets too much nitrogen or gets too acidic.

[@louisegogel7973]

It would be awesome if they could bring some more of the permaculture principles to bear in their yard, garden, park….!

[@kathleenhuguenin7791]

Okd bath barrels. Hot tub a great idea. single barrel per person. Long bath brushes! Rain barrels to wash hair with!

[@ioanaioana6741]

i think it will be so amazing to tranfers one of the bildings in a museum with things you find in the chateau and in the bildings. this way you keep the history alive and your guesst will love it.

[@ehpeachylove]

Colt horseshoe, beautiful bottles great finds. Long buildings look beautiful and once remodeled would be fabulous and a good money maker in the future. Hopefully they will be preserved based on their history. So happy you both bought the whole domain. Love the cows. Sending positive vibes you you both for funds to begin the remodeling before they are lost. 💐❤️🙏

[@leslikuyweski4576]

I can envision the long house restored. It will be beautiful! Also, I enjoy the French lessons.

[@supergardener123]

What a lovely place. I am on dialysis right now (for past 7 years). I am on the transplant list and will to come back to Northern France (have been there just before my kidneys failed) and look forward to another tip. Cheers!!!!!

[@HowToRenovateAChateau]

Best of luck to be on the top of the list soon! looking forward to welcoming you here!

[@loismccray5302]

Your vlogs always make me laugh out loud, such good news about being able to think about renovating the longhouse!

[@sharongruener6078]

Love all the bottles and other items you found. Blessings.

[@Rebekahlow]

Waiting for the engine to start was as exciting as you said it would be!! I love the tour of the "Outbuildings"!! The baby horseshoe is adorable.Very brave of Philip to climb the ladder.The attic looks interesting. Philip's 2nd climb up the ladder was heart pounding! I'm so glad you survived!! Love from Vermont

[@victoriajackson4513]

I'm a civil/structural engineer and I cannot believe you guys even went IN those buildings, I'd be watching from a distance haha

[@maryg.249]

That building was awesome. I’d be digging around in there piling up treasures! Looking forward to seeing more next time. Mary

[@jeanburgin160]

Fun to check out the outside buildings. The chipper is a great tool for you and creates great mulch. I'm so glad you all got these out building also. So beautiful! I hope you can restore and save these beautiful buildings ... That would make a special community center and wedding venues. So special!!! It can be made very special... wow, that was scary. Save the ladder to use for decoration. The wall is so beautiful.

[@lrlasvegas6427]

The sound quality of your vlogs is superb! Thanks for giving everyone a lav mic. 👍

[@lindabryant4292]

I enjoy all the chateau videos, but yours are the ones I watch twice. Love you guys!

[@CatherinePhillipssapphire]

So excited to see your talented approach to rescuing these beautiful buildings, I just know you will make them fabulous. 💕🇦🇺💐

[@nancyjohnston5985]

Loved exploring the out building! Can’t wait to see more! Phillip, please be careful!

[@williambrown355]

How exciting. Looking forward to see this new venture progressing. You are both wonderful. Always look forward to your videos.

[@LS-xh9nz]

Enjoyed the long house; freaked out over the shredder and the ladder. “NOOOOOOOOO....don’t do it!”

[@slouberiee]

Your place is ideal for weddings. Beautiful landscape, well-tended greenery, flat large dense green lawn, chateaux as a romantic backdrop, several outbuildings which could be converted to mini places of interest (bar, corner for kids) or as someone else mentioned place for reception venue, guest rooms in the chateaux, church across the road for religious couples and their ceremony...

[@cornishcoves9399]

It is great to witness such keen interest in restoring buildings that (in my country) developers would be very quick to crush to the ground and start afresh with all new structures...However we do not have many buildings of such age in Canada. Some day you will both be amazed at what you have accomplished....♥

[@genevieve6834]

The outbuildings are gorgeous, so great you are able to restore them.

[@sarahsong9673]

What an exciting project and it will be absolutely stunning with a cathedral roof inside!

[@deborahdoll4111]

I like Anna’s idea of a planters from the barrels. Plant it full of Liriope, then you would have a barrel full of Monkey (grass)!

[@jefflawrentz1624]

What an interesting building! Looking forward to further episodes about them!

[@newday5]

Really interesting piece of historical chateau life. Thanks

[@bjbrown]

You both are so charming and I started watching from the beginning and fell in love with your humor. You and your beautiful children, I must include the French lessons although I am still struggling to learn French…please I beg bring us more and mmmm I like to see Nathan giving the lessons! I will take a French lesson for next week and pretend I have learned! Love from Florida USA!

[@metropcs7560]

Okay you guys, gloves, masks, long sleeves to protect from bugs, no getting 😷 sick. Gloves, hard work ahead😊😊😊 Have a great week!!!

[@kristadixon3272]

I vote for making it into a 5 hour vlog! xoxo

[@MommyToMyBoys]

Oh, I love it! So excited to see this new restoration project. The longhouse is beautiful! ~~God Bless