Take the Tour | Manor & Maker

[@knuscru]

Can't wait to see more. Gentle suggestion: Slow the panning shots down and pull back so we can see the whole view. Very excited for you both and congratulations on your beautiful new home and adventure.

[@ManorandMaker]

Thank you! Gentle suggestions very welcome!

[@cathymoore2377]

Also Steve could use a microphone

[@ManorandMaker]

@@cathymoore2377 or we need our rugs from Canada, which are stuck in Rotterdam, to stop the écho!

[@Cantfi]

@@ManorandMaker Both some rug and microphones would probably be helpful (I usually have the volume at 8 I had it at 20 for this video, just for a reference for the sound at my end). I can't wait to see how it will look with your personal touches.

[@ManorandMaker]

@@Cantfi thanks! Thats super helpful as we improve our editing skills!

[@geolam58]

What a gem! Fellow Canadian here! When we saw the photos of the exterior of your newly acquired château on Chateau Diaries, I thought it looked lovely, but I had no idea it was so spectacular. I am impressed…

[@katewestcottvt]

Steve and Sarah, I'm so happy for you two! Such a wonderful place!

[@debradevine3949]

Just love the north entrance by the road. I can see pits of red geraniums throughout that area. It will make passerbys smile!

[@jeangodding6348]

The house is charming , I see why you fell for it. There’s so much potential .. so much to do , but I think it’s going to be fun watching you change him into your chateau.

[@MariaReyes-te7lk]

Congratulations, from South Florida...Lovely Chateau! The foyer or entrance for Christmas will be AWESOME with a Christmas tree ... Also lovely dining table with crystal chandelier only those area you both will have fabulous Christmas.. an setting the table for Christmas. Rejoice on what you have...don't worry about all the work needs the Chateaux.. to be fix..You celebrate today...God is incharge...Blessings...

[@truckerbrat7005]

Oh My gosh, I can see why you fell in love with it! Beautiful!

[@ourfloridagarden4191]

Sarah and Steve, We just want to thank you for inviting us to see your new home. You both look so happy and we are happy for you. Blessings.

[@bon037]

I think your mystery room with the lavender doors is a butlers pantry! Lucky you!

[@sarahburton3110]

Exquisite carvings. You’re so fortunate to have found a real gem

[@CarlosGonzalez-eb2mb]

Congratulations!!! Beautiful chateau!! Like very much the adjacency tower and 19th century block. Light, space, chimneys and ceilings details, views, park and just a walk to be in downtown!! Fantastic!! Welcome your home Sarah & Steve 🤎 !!!

[@ManorandMaker]

Thank you Carlos!

[@janeys8420]

Hi Steve and Sarah. So pleased you have given us this very first “before” video. How exciting to be starting this beautiful journey and bringing us with you. Love the idea of finding names for all your rooms. I’m sure it will be easy to fit the en-suites in. I can see why you both fell in love with this chateau. It’s really beautiful already. Can’t wait to see all the enhancements you choose. Much love x

[@kellyhawes8901]

Such a beautiful chateau! I love love the carved fireplaces, the stone fireplaces and all the accents. I love the painted dresser Sarah! It makes me think of the beautiful painted inserts in medieval books. What fun you will both have making it your own. ♥️

[@vivalila123]

That dresser is gorgeous indeed!

[@deniereynolds6119]

Steve needs a speaker (microphone) so that when he turns away from the camera the sound doesn’t fade.

[@jmk1962]

Microphone

[@deniereynolds6119]

@@jmk1962 yes microphone thanks

[@pauka90]

I second that!!

[@debshaw680]

I had the closed captions on and the tv up loud. Closed captions are hilarious when they’re trying to decipher French words. 😂

[@carolweaver3269]

Yes, it would help greatly. I think too it is an echo we are getting * but weakly* from the rooms yet a bit empty. It will help with furniture and more items in it I think? He did mention this and think that is part of the problem? It is good you have stated this though, as it would be helpful and did see I had trouble hearing him, also. I thought it was my "google chrome" as it does not have as good of a speaker as my laptop used to have I notice. * That makes it worse to hear anyone*

[@Randy8923]

Hello Steve and Sarah, I met you through Stephanie at LaLande. Congratulations on your new chateau, It is beautiful! Im here for the journey with you.

[@sadielaurentiwhitley3762]

I always loved seeing you both at Stephanie's, you both are my favorite guests at her place. I'm so excited you started your own channel so we can follow your exciting chapter in France . Congratulations!

[@maritrevenew3257]

I wholeheartedly agree.You were always my favourite guests,volunteers at La Lande.I was always hoping to see more of your journey.I am very excited that you now have your own Chateau.Thank you for inviting us into your home and life.Happy days.

[@michelebourke4340]

ditto, sadie. stunning home already n what a journey it will be vicariously sharing your personality-shaping here. excited, from new zealand.

[@3lightsteps]

Tapestries once helped with echoes and warmth. I would consider building insulated panels covered in fabric or leather as accent walls...perhaps tufted in your office? The room off of the kitchen to dinning room is a butler/servants pantry.

[@ManorandMaker]

Yeah, we wonder if that might be a good idea to hide the popcorn wall texture...

[@3lightsteps]

@@ManorandMaker Just added an extra comment, then saw yours. 🙃 Gorgeous dinning room furniture and woodcarvings.

[@LaReynedeNeige]

@@ManorandMaker Probably a lot easier than trying to remove it - half the wall might end up coming with it!

[@AnAlbertaGirlAtHeart]

So lovely I enjoy seeing people happy, living their dreams. It's wonderful and a bonus to now have Canadians to follow. ( Of course I do love some of the Brits channels too) Looking forward to watching your adventures and getting settled in

[@Kiwi-Mel]

Yay you made it, and hit KZbin running. I have a small complaint - don't go to the brocant without the camera!!! Vicarious shopping in France is bliss. Your chateau is just lovely, so much personality and those thick walls are amazing. Can't wait to see where you go from here... but take the camera with you 😬

[@shannonphillips9344]

Really looking forward to you revealing more of the Chateau's secrets! It's so lovely and so glad we got to see the "before" so we can follow this journey with you....congrats again, guys!

[@ManorandMaker]

Excellent work 😜😜😜

[@charmingSaint]

Lovely chateau Sarah never apologize for what you find pleasant to your eye that beautiful yellow painted dresser only share the beauty never apologize.

[@stephaniewaters4931]

The mezzanine is amazing! Well, the entire chateau is amazing, but I do love a mezzanine! Thank you for sharing! Very excited to add you to my chateau rotation!!! 🥰

[@OncleJer]

Simply stunning!!!

[@irenebrown3144]

The wood finishings are absolutely gorgeous Steve.

[@nikishazechiel6848]

Absolutely agree!!

[@rainbocatz6376]

Yes! PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE don't paint over them!

[@sillybeeful]

New subscriber here 🙋🏼‍♀️wishing you all the very best in your new home, venture, life and channel… love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🥃🥃

[@laurareid5837]

So glad you decided to do a blog. Can’t wait to follow this journey with you. I have enjoyed your down to earth style and the excitement that is in your voice. From a fellow Canadian in Edmonton

[@LizelleGrobler]

Beautiful Chateau! 💟🇿🇦

[@louisegatti9262]

Beautiful Chateau!! Looks like it has been well taken care of by previous owners, that you could just move in and enjoy. I think I remember Stephanie saying when she bought her Chateau that she lived in it 1 year before making changes, that way she got to know the chateau and studied many books on how to renovate the chateau. Exciting time for you, can hardly wait to see the many secret places of your chateau and hear about the many secrets it is hiding from you. Cheers!!!

[@jeannetterhodes19]

The room between kitchen and dining is a butler’s pantry, although probably not the French term for it. So happy for you two! Have followed you since you first came on the scene on “Chateau Diaries”!

[@teedee3834]

I hope at some point you will be able to replace the red brick on the dining room fireplace with marble or some kind of stone. The beautiful mantel deserves it. Congratulations on making your dream come true and may you have many years of happiness in your new home!!!💝💖💝

[@bradley2492]

Love your Chateau !!!

[@izby2652]

Amazing! That back courtyard alongside the road I can see filled with potted plants to cheer it up a bit. Beautiful home though. Congratulations!

[@michellezevenaar]

If its close to the kitchen then hurbs would be great!

[@sarahmattingly6971]

I actually love the wallpaper in the main salon. It’s so dramatic and has a slightly medieval feel!

[@marcellejosephine9119]

Gorgeous chateau!!! The fun part is we get to see how it becomes even more beautiful!! Wishing you lots of luck 🍀

[@sarahburton3110]

I knew it!! You topped over 10 k subscribers in you first week 😊💙💖🥂. So very happy for you. All the best in everything 🌸💜💚

[@lm9991]

So nice! 💚

[@carynkabat4208]

This house is in the best shape of the many chateau vlogs I have seen. You have some work to do but not as much as some I have seen. Good luck and congratulations.

[@tamtam777]

I look forward to watching your journey in bringing this beauty into the 21st century and the fireplaces are amazing...

[@PolyvoreThea]

Oh to be so close to the village! How lovely it all is!

[@kateforsyth1133]

Breakfast room is a butlers pantry for China and silver. Love your chateaux!

[@lewtscott3346]

Reference floor plans and/or maps of the grounds would always be helpful at the start of these types of vlogs.

[@michellezevenaar]

Many vloggers avoid sharing a real floor plan because it makes it easy for people to plan a break in. Many vloggers also don't share the views out of the window to keep there adress private. Thats nearly impossible with a chateau named after a village.

[@luiginayerino592]

Beautiful fireplaces.

[@jiggyfun807]

This house has some major secrets!! Was this an ancient meeting lodge as a pose to a family resident? So many folks buying chateaus, but you all hit the jackpot! Love you all, brilliant job!!

[@pattyhill4682]

It's beautiful! A suggestion would be , is to get a microphone. Hard to hear at times.♥️

[@janinebarron2691]

@@pattyhill4682 yes I had my volume up max to hear

[@tinasteer2507]

@@pattyhill4682 I am having the same problem. Big rooms big echos.

[@cynthialambert9067]

Congratulations on your lovely new/old house. The foyer, or hall d'entrée is just that. It's not a salon, but is used as an entertainment space. The double rooms with the archway (now closed) would be your grande salon. That wave motif on the archway is called guilloche. The two portrait rondels on the fireplace in the foyer are probably the owner-builders of that section of the chateau. That's terrazzo flooring in the entrance hall. The "chest of drawers" is Italian, not French. It serves as a sort of semainier, only it has 9 drawers instead of 7. Used for lingerie and socks. Before you take down the wallpaper in the hall d'entrée, please live with it for a while. It suits the space, and may be old and/or valuable. The whole house looks eminently livable, and lovely. Great kitchen, too. I'm so happy that you found such a great place to settle. I'm sort of an encyclopedia of French living, so please feel free to ask me anything that puzzles you. Thanks so much for the tour!

[@carolmorris5753]

Love, love, love this chateau!!! I’ve been following several vlogs on these and this has to be my favorite. Not humongous, beautiful woodwork, fireplaces, etc. This one would not overwhelm me with size and renovations to do. Very charming! Congratulations to you both for finding such a jewel 💎

[@juliehardy7510]

How exciting can’t wait to see your improvements 🥰

[@marthaizaguirre6363]

Wow! The grand hall fireplace would have been the deal breaker for me too. Love the Downton Abbey mezzanine! Have fun making your beautiful castle your home! 😊

[@carolmac5944]

I like that you are close to the village. The chest of drawers is lovely. It doesn't look like you have major work.

[@claudp3407]

Very nice Steve & Sarah. Looks like she has good bones - just some decorating to make it really awesome! It’s a good idea to live in it for a while to see what you want to change or how to make over. I love what I’ve seen so far.

[@helenahopkinson381]

Your Chateau is beautiful no wonder you fell in love with your new home.

[@kimcrofoot8517]

So stinking excited for you guys. I so look forward to seeing what you do with the place!

[@healinggardens-terribowlby3129]

Fellow Canadian from Nova Scotia here… Have been following since you arrived at Château Lalande and your journey since then… You must pinch yourself every morning that you wake up in that beautiful Chateau! So very excited for you Steve and Sarah! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! Go Canucks! 💜🇨🇦🎉

[@elliewood4292]

Steve & Sarah, Congratulations to you both on your beautiful new home. The interior and exterior is gorgeous. Wishing you both a lifetime of happy memories and wonderful adventures. Looking forward to seeing lots more. Much Love.

[@lauragraham1122]

New beginnings are so exciting.... and this Chateau is lovely. Hello fellow Canadians living in Europe. Looking forward to watching your journey.

[@elisabethe8055]

It will be a treat to follow your journey in this beautiful gem of a chateau, to see what you will transform in in to. Thank you for sharing!

[@marthacochrane484]

Beautiful chateau........looks Elizabethan with the gallery and fire place.

[@Daihatsu_Hijet]

Good point especially with that main room fireplace

[@joymarks4174]

I can just picture a huge Christmas tree in that entry hall. It’s beautiful! Congratulations

[@Steampunksaly]

It is breathtaking…..congratulations on your beautiful home and thank you for sharing a bit of it with us ……wishing you nothing but joy in your Stunning home

[@lotusdolphin]

This château is absolutely stunning inside and out. It’s amazingly in good condition. I can’t wait to here are the history on it. The staircase and the fireplace are absolutely lovely! Really enjoyed the tour and can’t wait to see what kind of a spin you put on it. Thank you so much from California💜😎🇺🇸

[@rosemarythyme6351]

I just found your channel from LaLande and the amazing work Steve did in digitalizing Stephanie's father's artwork for the tiny bathroom. I knew you guys had bought a chateau in France but I didn't know how to find you on YT. I absolutely adore your new home and I'll forward to making my way through the videos to catch up.

[@estherclark9247]

As a fellow Canadian I am so happy for you. Looking forward to seeing more of your adventure. 🇨🇦🥰

[@ReigningVintage]

Love your chateau! Wish it were mine! All the best with all of your plans! It would take me awhile to decide where to start! But what fun and work! Love your tower and the Juliet balcony. The dining room, entry, staircase and the fireplaces would have sold me! (everything!) Just trying to wrap my head around how you get from Canada (nothing against Canada!) to buying a chateau in France. You are very daring and brave to take on such a grand endeavor. Will love to see your style in furnishing and decoration. No time to waste!!

[@t.s.507]

Wow, it looks to be in excellent shape! Beautiful architectural details in this house. Congrats again you two!

[@Lea-bw9wj]

The first room you showed is screaming for a tall massive Christmas tree and tinsel and things on the banisters around the top floor. Shame the room got divided. Looks like it might have been a ballroom. Looks like a beautiful building. Hope you keep the occupied lock that's on the toilet if not there then somewhere else even just for fun. Also hope you don't have to cut up the rooms to much to get the bathrooms in

[@dawnbarnes8729]

I know you must feel you are in a dream. Thank you for bringing us along. I’m excited to see the progress as you make this place your home. ❤️😊

[@melodybecker2309]

How Exciting!! Love, love and love!!! Thanks for sharing!!! Cheerio!

[@christinevr7698]

Kudos! You two are quite good in front of the camera considering you just got started AND your intro is excellent. Had a chuckle- “Sounds like me, trying to sing.” 🤣 … Your place is GORGEOUS. Not too big , not too small - JUUUST RIGHT! It’s a fairytale come true. So happy for you.

[@ManorandMaker]

@@arnicepernice8656 absolument ! We are so appreciative of all the help of our chateau friends!

[@graciemaca6996]

This Chateau is in remarkably good condition compared to other Chateaus which need much renovation. Even if some rooms are not to your taste, they are at least presentable for the time being. The Chateau has so much character and the possibilities for personal likes and improvements will enhance this beautiful place. Congratulations on your newly discovered gem! Hoping all the best for your family and on your journey in France!

[@KodieS]

Congratulations to you both, what an absolutely gorgeous building! I look forward to seeing it become your home. - Buffalo, NY

[@Kentuckygardengal]

Steve and Sarah, your chateau is gorgeous!!! Thank you for the tour. While not turn key, it is certainly livable. As a historic home owner (1880 Folk Victoria), I had 3 observations. First, I believe your staircase may be considered a floating staircase. Second, I would tackle those vines as soon as I could. Those can quickly become problematic. Third, you can get a liquid product from Amazon called Wet and Forget. The concrete cleaner will take all the algae off your balcony’s and outside walls. 2 applications a year should do the job. And lastly, Bona (also from Amazon) is a great product to use on your hard wood floors. Again, congratulations and thanks for the tour.

[@robindales9303]

Congratulations Sarah and Steve! I’m a fellow Canadian and I love living vicariously through you both - thank you for sharing your journey!

[@TheBlueMoo]

Oh my gosh! That white chest of drawers! 😍 If that's the kind of taste you guys have, this could easily become a new favorite channel of mine! What an absolute treasure!

[@maryjenkins6848]

What a great new adventure for both of you. It is just beautiful. I am so excited for you both. I look forward to many more updates and adventures.

[@judithfryer7024]

Beautiful chateau. Hope you enjoy your future life in France. Looking forward to you bvlogs 🍷🍷🍷🍷xx

[@marnieenglish9400]

Yay so happy to of added you to my chateau hopping list. So glad you are in and getting settled. Looking forward to following your vlogs and your future xx 😘

[@catherinepearson2892]

Stunning Place wishing you the very best.

[@jessdelange520]

Stunning! It's not huge, love the size. The features are just breath taking. Congrats Steve and Sarah. I look forward to journing along with you. I wish you everything of the best in your future andeavors. Regards Jessica from South Africa

[@lisapellitier2450]

Interesting from Canada 🇨🇦

[@susanmace8183]

What a beautiful home. It will be lovely when you have furnished it to your taste.

[@dorothyreynolds2178]

Beautiful fire place

[@jo-anndangelo1774]

So happy to share your dream…it’s really lovely and can’t wait to see your very own touches.👏🏻

[@dloadthis1617]

Hi Steve and Sarah, WOW! You are so fortunate to have found a chateau with those fantastic wooden carved mantels and fireplaces. Thank you for taking us on a tour of your home. 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@laurag2112]

A big congratulations from a fellow Torontonian. You bought a beautiful place. I am so excited to see the transformations that you bring. I am so very happy for you.🇨🇦❤️

[@marykelly9698]

Delighted for you beautiful people it is stunning 😍 ❤

[@janetvorenkamp3655]

Congrats! so glad to see there is a dog at this chateau. looking forward to your adventure. My best to you!

[@charlotteMT134]

Thanks for tour #1. I'm imagining Sarah (and you too, Steve) have a colour palette in mind and are ready to splash out your 'maker' talents to brighten up your already beautiful home. Swooping down the staircase in gorgeous glad rags, shouting 'Darling, slide down the potatoes' in the dining room, and racing along the mezzanine to the WC :) have captured my imagination. And those thick tower walls! Good to hear your Canadian furniture will soon arrive. Hugs.

[@ManorandMaker]

We are leaning heavily on Steve on the palette, as he is a graphic designer and has a better eye for it. I will of course have opinions!

[@karens138]

Love the intro and music, so cheery. What a beautiful chateau, I love the size of it and look forward to your next video to see more. How exciting, what a dream, all the very best to you x

[@TheSmdl]

That room between the kitchen and dining room is called the butler pantry. It was the transition room for the butler and servers to bring the cooked meals to the dining room. So nobody had direct view into the kitchen while eating. That room usually stored the nice serving dishes as well.

[@paigepooler9036]

What a beautiful chateau! Looks like it’s in amazing shape too. I’m looking forward to watching it come together and become your home!

[@tinacarrol6702]

What a Beautiful Fireplace and Staircase.Its Lovely Steve, Sarah Xx 😊

[@cheriesharp234]

Love love love your Chateau, just the right size for you. If I could pursude my other half to buy one that's the size I'd want it. Can't wait to see you decorte and furnish it. And the draws are beautiful, what a find xxxx

[@darceysmith3445]

Hello from another Canadian. I am Darcey and have been living in Spain for 23 years. I am enjoying your videos. Well done.

[@ruthdice2154]

Beautiful home, looks like it was maintained, the wood working is gorgeous.

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Next to the kitchen, small room, for servants to eat in. Lovely, chateau, glad your on the way to up and down life. Everyone experiences it, true life, true love.👍👍🌹

[@ginatees3262]

Excellent bones to the chateau. Look forward to seeing how put your stamp on it. Exciting times. You have to live in it and get a feel for how the spaces will work for you.

[@fredscott1199]

I am so glad that you will change the paper in the opening of your home. I don't see you guys as Burgundy color people! I see two lovely and happy people who need more comfortable colors! Best of luck, guys!

[@anneallen3566]

Y’all, it’s beautiful! I love that there’s a town close by. Can’t wait to see it and the hamlet. Steve, Sarah is a much better tour guide-just saying, lol. I’m really happy for y’all. Always fun to see ppl from LaLande clogs.

[@tiffany-sheriwageman.3702]

The Chateau is very large home to enjoy! The small bedroom would make a great sewing room and female office! The lady on Chateau would be able to give you both creative ideas to use throughout the house to keep the French feel of the house with keeping of the area. She is completely amazing and her team can help you both. This is going to be a wonderful new chapter for your life!

[@KittyPieJaja]

Wow what an amazing home you’ve found! So full of treasure and great adventures. It would be nice to see if you eventually get to make a mock floor plan as there is so many doors and little rooms that it was a bit difficult to imagine a layout. And can’t wait to see what you guys get to do to this volatile canvas! Congrats

[@ManorandMaker]

Great feedback, thanks!

[@juliegraham8133]

@@ManorandMaker The popcorn is called woodchip if it is wallpaper and artex if it is a finish on the ceiling.

[@peterewert-kernchen]

A wonderful chateau ❤️

[@hopediamond214]

So excited for you both 💕 waiting with baited breath to see how you transform this beautiful chateau and make it your own 🤗