Medieval Abandoned Castle of an Extraordinary Writer ~ Untouched Timecapsule

[@BrosOfDecay]

Exploring abandoned places is my hobby and finance it all out of my own pocket and the donations I get from the people who love watching the documentaries we make... A small donation would be greatly appreciated! ► www.patreon.com/brosofdecay

[@ОксанаПономарёва-б9ю]

Как жаль ,такую красоту, почему нет хозяев?или почему не охраняются такие шикарные замки.

[@MiuMiuKoo]

Your outfit was very smart and so befitting for such a grand tour So many lovely books and letters should be catalogued and rescued The bed wagon (moine) later called bed warmer reminded me of one my nana had🤗👍

[@whatsthefuss4332]

The thing on the wall that you were asking people about is called a bed warmer.

[@rogeliozamora6018]

breed new life = breathe new life

[@ShiftingSands57]

@@whatsthefuss4332 he really needs to do some upskilling on items used in these castles.

[@summergirlgardener]

I love that most of these castles are filled with huge numbers of books ,libraries containing the knowledge of the ages! Books and reading seems tobe a lost art these days! I have a library with over 5,000 books, and invariably visitors seem puzzled as to why I keep so many books. Some say, you could just look it up online…I say, there is nothing so wonderful and personal as opening a book and learning what lies inside its pages! There is much to be learned about the people from the books they owned! Leslie, you do such a fine job- the filming, narration, music! Thank you! And love your attire, very apropos!

[@mikaelb.2070]

Wow, you are so sophisticated and cultured! Of course common people don't understand your way of life, you are just above them.

[@datyeen]

Another book lover! It pains me to know that these magnificent and ancient libraries, filled with dusty tomes, will forever be unopened and waste away with the rest of these forgotten places...

[@mikaelb.2070]

@@datyeen The house is ca. 150 years old, that's hardly ancient.

[@datyeen]

@@mikaelb.2070 Regardless, those books dont deserve to simply rot away. I wish someone could save them.

[@annafrohman6460]

Love books, the older the better. I have rescued many.

[@jenniferbriski567]

I was glad to see there wasn't the destruction and vandalism that other places have had, it looked like it was cared for and kept up until his passing. Thank you for sharing this, and I loved the attire and the respect you show for these places.

[@curiousone6129]

Loved seeing the cane, and really enjoy the background music.

[@lindypierce3766]

So, I saw myself much younger descending the staircase wearing a beautiful gown. We wandered through the palace going nowhere and everywhere. Fireplaces were burning brightly. Candles were lit. It was all so charming and elegant! Thank you for the fantasy fuel!

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello Linda, how are you doing?

[@ГалинаКравчук-й8ы]

Ну нет денег у государства ,чтобы сохранить эти замки,но можно хоть книги вывезти в хранилища,там скорее всего много старинных книг,люди бы читали их ,а так все со временем истлеет

[@deadliftsdeathmetal1674]

My boyfriend and I only started watching your videos 3 days ago and we're obsessed! You're so respectful to the places and the past owners, and your enthusiasm for your work is plain to see. We started counting how many times you say "wauw," this one has about 30 hahaha

[@sammyjo8109]

Apparently the family's money was gone long ago and Laurent was living a sparse existence. Evidently anything of value was sold long ago. Most magnificent abandoned castles in European countries are abandoned due to the family no longer being financially able to cover the costs of maintenance, tax's, and general upkeep. Very sad.

[@johndewey6358]

besides the maintenance costs, how are the taxes on properties like these?

[@starfireolivier1452]

en france pays de merde , taxe l heritage , la veuve ou veuf paye 5 % de l inventaire des biens , pour les heritiers direct le taux d imposition peu atteindre 45 % est superieur a 1850 k euro , sans l impot sur la fortune 1300 k du patrimoine , la taxe d habitation , impot locaux

[@starfireolivier1452]

chauffage central au gazoil , 300000 litres a 1 ,euro

[@robertladue7647]

@@starfireolivier1452 incrediable’!

[@abaporujucaiba]

In fact, many lost their nobility's exemptions. The nobles began to be taxed like any other citizen and, therefore, many were unable to maintain their properties.

[@janiebrossmann1178]

It breaks my heart as well to see these castles and homes just left to rot away 🥺❤️ I just don’t understand why at the very least there would be some kind of estate sale or auction for people or antique dealers to come and save these precious items 😟🙏 Then, money could be donated to families in need

[@ralphd.4857]

Exactly. It is all very tragic really.

[@kweenz109]

Europe has so many antiques they don't care I guess lol. But I agree it's so sad. I shop for all this beautiful junk

[@janiebrossmann1178]

@@kweenz109 yea I guess ur right but it is definitely sad and I agree with you

[@dianecelento4974]

What I don't understand is why the last person living there didn't just sell the castle with all the items in there. Even if he didn't get a lot of money for the castle isn't a little money better than no money.

[@charlottemuller2233]

So many great items left to rot!!other people need to enjoy!

[@phyllisblack6270]

It's just called a "Bed Warmer" here in America. They would pass it around in between the sheets, they wouldn't leave it in the bed or it would scorch the sheets. Love to watch your videos!

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you for the further explanation :)

[@zymurgea]

@@BrosOfDecay You would not be in the bed while the bed warmer was used.

[@donnacaron9312]

Exactly, now I don't have to leave a comment.

[@DeahCurryPhD]

Yes, I was going to say the same. My mom was an antique dealer, and we had two of these bed warmers hanging on either side of the entry to the family room that was done up in Early American decor.

[@virginie7444]

en France, nous appelons cela une bouillotte 😅 de nos jours, la bouillotte est plus simple ! pour réchauffer un lit froid, on met de l'eau chaude dans la bouillotte 😴😴

[@paulapickering7054]

Hi Leslie! In America we called it a Bed Warmer! Love love love your videos! It’s just so sad to see such beautiful furniture left behind! In America we would cherish it for generations! Your so blessed to be able to share the past lives of families too all of us,Thank you so much❤️

[@elizabethtorres6069]

Lesley I love your attire, it really adds to the castle's history and the clothing of that time.. simply adorable. No one else has done this but you, and I see that you truly love what you do, and tell it so beautifully. 🍃I want to congratulate you on a job well done, your soft spoken voice, the huge respect and your story telling abilities, are just perfect. You have a knack, a gift of bringing the forgotten and the Decay back to life. We as viewers, do not need to see the last occupants, for we see them through you Lesley.🍃 You can easily work in RealEstate, giving tours and a bit of history to the prospective buyers.. 🤔 Hmm? The voice of the dead.🍃

[@BrosOfDecay]

It is such a blast to read your comment Elizabeth, Thank you very much!

[@mikaelb.2070]

The costume is pseudo-18th century, the house is 19th century.

[@lauraoneill937]

@@mikaelb.2070 men still dressed this way in the early c19th too so it’s all good. He mentions the castle was built during the time Napoleon was ruling over France so this attire is spot on for that period.

[@kimberlymigliorato8755]

Elizabeth, I couldn't have said it better myself!

[@marysepradet6162]

yes Lesley is adorable ... and he knows it !

[@ukrandr]

The lone fact that I am a hopeless bibliophile would keep me in a place like this for weeks on end, to say the very least.

[@janstoel5788]

Abandoned? I say bullshit.

[@jimfisk4474]

Leslie, thanks so much for the Castle tour. I could almost get a historical feeling of it. I'm 85 now and have always enjoyed historical things! I appreciate your endeavors and may God bless you!❤

[@charlescoryn9614]

That bizarre kitchen device just blew me away....... it is a pump, a very special pump! That's an air chamber on top which is used to build and hold air pressure as the pump handle is moved back and forth. Eventually both the water volume and the air pressure build to a suitable level and it's ready for some heavy duty pot and pan washing. And there's also that high pressure nozzle at the end of the flexible hose to assist the work....... Never have I seen such a device!

[@amariev226]

You truly know how to "set a scene." Your outfit, takes us back to olden times and is a constant reminder, of the depth of history, throughout your tour. The line-up of the overhead drone view, the walk-up through the overgrowth, and the start, at the front door, is a well thought out plan for a superior touring experience. Your skills are superb. I cannot get enough of your historical tours! Bravo!

[@froggieredcliffe8097]

Hi Lesley, it is called a "Bed Warmer". It is good that most of the quality furniture has been removed from this castle. It is too sad to see it left to rot. Yes Lesley it is a pump to get the water up to the kitchen. All those books should be in a Library. Have you ever had a ceiling crash down when you were exploring ? Thank you for wearing the costume and showing us this Castle. Cheers from Australia.

[@Duececoupe]

This channel is out of this world.... Being born in 1969, I've loved history and geography since very young age, this also includes castles! Wonderful work, covering wonderful, unfortunately so, derelict castles, mansions etc., etc.... If money was object, I'd restore them or as many as possible, to their former glory, let them feel warmth of a fire, let the sound of laughter travel within.... Keep up the phenomenal work....my hat's off to you all! 🎩

[@feuquegougueul1592]

The first thing I notice - and appreciate - is that this place is not vandalized! For me, nothing is so unpleasant to see broken and especially tagged places. Excuse me for the comparison, but the taggers with their 'shit signatures', make me think of dogs shitting everywhere. Sorry for the comparison, but these kinds of actions make me angry. In any case, thank you for this little visit, with your weird outfit. I also think that the owners have allowed you for this visit, because I do not see you passing in the woods or brambles, dressed like this! It adds a nice touch to this exploration. Thanks again! Charles, from central France. ****************************************** Continue these beautiful explorations, and still be safe.! Please, your name must be written " Leslie", or "Lesley"? We don't have this forename in France; For me, "Leslie" is the name of a rotating sound cabin you often find with Hammond organs... LOL!

[@JayCee2323]

Leslie, WOW is all I can say!! I used to explore as well. Since becoming ill I am not able to explore anymore and I got really depressed. However, now being able to watch you (and others) it really lifts my spirits up. Thank you so much for all your hard work and sharing your videos with the world 🌎 Happy New Year Leslie!! I hope you and your family have an amazing year. Lots of love from Detroit, Michigan (USA) 💜

[@BrosOfDecay]

Hey J, for me this is the world! Helping you and other people see the abandoned world and being a light point in your daily life. This is what I do it for :) I wish you a wonderful and happy new year

[@tonecapone1798]

@@BrosOfDecay you are incredible!! Love watching you here in the USA 😍 I'm old but you are just so damn Cute!! Keep up the good work!!

[@jumaris28]

What a beautiful place . I almost felt it’s glory & splendor brought back .. how sad to see all those books lost in time ! Thank you Lesley for your work and respect you always show while visiting these gems .. lost in time !!! Be safe

[@colleenlouise4521]

fell asleep three times watching this ! his voice is.hypnotic

[@sammiehayes7644]

It's amazing seeing them so empty and in various stages of decay, and then thinking about how full and lively it once was in times past.

[@frogoSwaggins]

Lesley this castle is beautiful and all of your videos are are wonderful. I just recently found this channel and now I’m addicted. Have a great year, greetings from New York.

[@BrosOfDecay]

Lovely to hear that you enjoy watching the channel, I am currently in Manhattan NYC :)

[@cajunangel4894]

How is New York at this time is it safe to get out Interested from Louisiana home of Hurricane Ida

[@frogoSwaggins]

@@BrosOfDecay Super cool! You should come upstate one day it’s really nice here and there are so many old buildings you would have a field day exploring. Anyways Happy Nee Years!

[@frogoSwaggins]

@@cajunangel4894 I don’t live in the City, I live more north of that a ways

[@IndaUrbex]

I love your style of urbex videos. It's like a walk through history with a house tour twist. Its calm and not chaos. This makes your channel stand out and be different.

[@wiseowl179]

Fantastic chateau! My guess is that the smaller rooms with all the books were the servants’ quarters that was in one wing of the property and that Lawrence Robert used them for himself because they were smaller rooms to heat. Plus, larger rooms probably felt too spacious for someone living there alone. That chateau seemed far too vast for just the few rooms explored, imo. It would have taken all day to see the half of it. My guess is that the doorway under the staircase was not the main entrance. It’s not impactful enough for the wealthy owners, even though it’s lovely in its own right. There’s got to be a more formal entry area elsewhere. Truly a grand and magical place, though! I would give my right arm to own it and renovate it back to much of its former glory! Love the authentic costume to conduct the tour in, Lesley! Merci🤗 Ps ~ that is Wisteria growing up the outside walls of the chateau. Beautiful 😍

[@debrak.9251]

I would like to see more of the rooms than picking up & looking at books. I don't mean to be rude. Just preference.

[@mmdillon1]

OK, I’ll write a nice comment on your outfit: it looks awesome on you, and it makes your respectful presence in this spectacular home all the more special and magical. You are bringing these outrageously incredible historical places to all of us who would otherwise never see such wonders. I have tremendous gratitude for your outstanding work.

[@robertladue7647]

Leslie looked resplendent in his attire. He brings such a refined approach to each presentation. He is so gracious and really makes the viewer welcomed. I believe it is so smart of Leslie to be so giving and appreciative of each structure. I believe it makes the poor house appreciative and wanting to demonstrate one last time of its worth and former beauty. Bravo Leslie! Merci beaucoup!

[@bernadettedejesus9661]

G00d evening Leslie, if this mansion is abandoned can t you find the owner?. Why don t you stay there and bring all your relatives to live with you so that it will be properly taken care of.felipa i de jesus philippines

[@jennyhope5210]

Its appalling that these grand homes are left to rot.

[@BrosOfDecay]

It is very fascinating and sad at the same time…

[@showmethescience2514]

$$$$

[@fredziffle5219]

Can’t anything be done to save these places??? If the government took over & got volunteers to live & work there & fix them.

[@willyegger4488]

Heyy my dear friend Lesley, I just happened to watch Maurenos video about a French château and was overwhelmed by his video. Now here you go showing us as well such a stunning castle video! How lovely! - The start of the new year couldn't get any better, wow! Already the introduction to your video made me nearly speechless with the beautiful drone shots of the exterior and additionally some images of the interior of that amazing location, combined with beautiful background music. And - then seeing you coming down that grand stair case in your historical attire. My God, dear Lesley, you are also a talented showman, as I think! Wow! - There was remarkably valuable antique furniture with many smaller items of value visible. It is such a shame, that everything is just left behind to decay. - If this writer was very famous, the transscript of an unfinished book, that you happened to find, might be an item of also some remarkable value. I could easily feel with you, how incredibly sad it is to see these traces of increasing decay and mould on many parts in the different rooms. Such a place should be by all means preserved! It's practically unimagineable, how many items of great art historical value are just left to deteriorate for ever, instead of being preserved. I loved to watch you wandering through these abandoned rooms of that wonderful castle and filling it with some kind of new life with your vivid imagination. - Nevertheless I think, that the castle might have been built in the 19th not 18th century, considering the architectural features, which are imitating older styles like the gothic style. Of course I don't exclude, that there might be existing also remarkably older parts in that building, which were not visible in the video. - However a wonderful explore video! Thank you, dear friend, for taking us on tour through that magnificient location! Wishing you a still wonderful continuation of your grand tour together with Maureno in the USA! - Stay safe, my friend, lots of blessings, peace and kindest regards.

[@BrosOfDecay]

Hey Willy, As always I thank you very much for the kind words and your continued support of my mission to bring history back to the present. This was such a lovely place to explore and I really felt like I was being transported back into time! Thank you so much for everything Willy, I wish you a wonderful and happy new year

[@willyegger4488]

@@BrosOfDecay , Heyy, my dear friend and bro Lesley, - wow, what a lovely feedback! I so much appreciate. - You are so very welcome, and it's of course my deepest pleasure! - Yeah, a happy and very blessed new year to you as well! Peace and kindest regards.

[@karynstover517]

Hope your doing ok, and feeling better ❤💙

[@willyegger4488]

@@karynstover517 , Hi Karyn Stover, Thank you very much for your concern. Yes, I am doing better by now. Wishing you also a happy new year. Kindest regards.

[@simonba9944]

Happy New Year Willy! 🥃👍🏻

[@DrummerGrl001]

That copper "pan" with the long handle is actually called a "bed warmer". It would be filled with hot ashes from a fireplace and then run between the covers to warm a bed on a cold night.

[@caterinamarie3676]

I appreciate your honest reverence for the people and their belongings. It's so heartbreaking these magnificent places are left to rot. Think of the history seen...and the history being lost. I agree the government ought to maintain these structures.

[@Lam_Beau]

My wife stumbled across this channel a couple of weeks ago and I have been hooked ever since! I appreciate history so much as well as the exploration of abandoned places and this just combines the two! Thank you for creating this channel and taking all the of the time that you do to appreciate each and every little thing about these places! Subscribed!

[@nivi75]

I love your channel. In this castle, I noticed there are places with so little dust like someone cleaned it, and I don't know why, but I see there are no bugs and rats around like in other abandoned places . But I love watching your tour, though.

[@laurarhoden9057]

Loved the architecture in this castle--reminds me of the Biltmore here in America. Thanks for a wonderful tour! Keep the amazing videos coming!

[@lissanne9769]

Wonderful documentary, Lesley. Very interesting castle. Imagine how many people lived and worked in this beautiful place during the 100+ years of it's existence. The amount of books is astounding. One you pulled out was from the 1960's. A lot of those books looked older still. Great tour as always. Thank you guy's for taking us on another adventure.

[@BrosOfDecay]

What a pleasure to read your comment Lisanne, it was a wonderful place to explore and I really enjoyed my time there.

[@lissanne9769]

@@BrosOfDecay I so happy you enjoyed your time at this castle, and the surroundings village. This was a wonderful find. Looking forward to the next documentary.

[@tainarogowski5475]

Amo seus vídeos, os lugares que você explora são incríveis! Um castelo mais lindo que o outro. O diferencial do teu canal, é que eu posso entender o que você fala, graças a disponibilidade do tradutor. Muitos outros canais que também exploram esses lugares não disponibilizaram. Muito obrigado por mais essa aventura!!! 🥰🤗🇧🇷

[@dcnunez100]

Thank you for taking your time with each castle! I don't feel rushed. I actually have time to enjoy each castle's beauty 💖

[@BrosOfDecay]

My pleasure Diana 😊

[@marilyncraig9596]

Canadian Fan I love following as you explore, and am pleased that you are so respectful of the items you show us. I also like to see you in period costume. Sometimes I am yelling out "Look more closely at that!" or "Please show us the stables, outbuildings, etc." Keep it up!

[@JBPalmBeach]

Love the costume and your take on what you see. I wished more people did this type of thing where they pay respect to the property and erra using costumes and information. Another youtuber would literally walk around reading wikileaks on places and it was so shameful how he did it.

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you I try to be as respectful as possible with the locations I capture :)

[@HawkqOjOp]

What a treat! For a brief moment, I saw people dressed in fine clothes, gathering for a cocktail, a smoke and stories embellished into the walls for all time, smelled the fire, heard half empty glasses clink against one another in toasts, friendly laughing, and a lord of the manor with his hands respectfully behind him by the fire as he listened to his guests' latest stories of hunting, the year's crops, travel and grandchildren. Thank you so much, and you do look maaahvelous, my darling! :)

[@hessaalm2317]

It’s not actually Medieval, it’s Gothic Revival architecture. Very interesting video. Thanks for all your efforts to show us a piece of history.

[@d.p.9567]

No actually it’s from the time of giants who did not use kitchens or bathrooms. Which is why those things are non existent or relative afterthoughts shoved in some odd corner with external plumbing.

[@kellywilliams5112]

Beautiful yet dark wisteria blooms, so gothic yet enchanting. As an Antiques dealer, much of the household items were 1930-40's. and the furniture was rather plain for a castle.. he wasn't into opulence in decor for such a grand stately castle, that's for sure.. lol .. lovely video.. thank you. I love antique Persian, Turkish and Oriental rugs, I wish we could see more of them when explorers explore, antique rugs are worth a LOT of money, A antique Persian rug sold in 2010 for 9.6 million dollars, but they are often sadly ignored.

[@teresawright4947]

What an exceptionally beautiful place that is simply going to ruin. I hate to see this kind of loss and decay. What history must have been made there. Love the period attire. Love the French accent. You look so distinguished. Like stepping out of a romance novel. What fun! Love the videos and the beautiful old homes and castles! Blessings!

[@barbsturgeon]

Loved the way you dressed for the period. It's nice to be able to see how people before us lived and with your attire, it completes the whole scene. You look handsome, by the way.

[@aitanazurbaran4637]

Thank you so much for this experience, Leslie! Really amazing! 🤗

[@esockell]

I know this was posted in January but I so agree with commentary of others; Lesley, you would be amazing hosting your own commercial commentary. You have such a personal way of conveying the history and previous owners of the amazing the amazing places your content. Wishing you all the success you deserve. Thank you for sharing your explorations. Stay well. (Please be careful of the black mold xo)

[@lynnemitchell9584]

Such a beautiful castle. Your presentation and and very informed narration of your subject is excellent. You should have a television series, I am sure it would be very successful. When you dress in the costume of the time, I feel apart of the experience. I am so sad that castles like these are disrespected and forgotten. We are all part of this extraordinary history. Thank you so much for an excellent tour. I will forward to many more. Hi from Australia

[@reneejohnson7778]

OMG! Lesley this was so amazing. The beautiful intro, WOW! You and your team do a ,totally, amazing job on your explorations. Your wonderful stories and history on each episode make us all come back for more. What a great place for tourism. With all the Covid we have not been able to travel. We are able todo Europe with you as our tour guide. The long handled pans are called bed warmers. They servants would fill with coals and run it under the blankets and over the sheets to warm the beds. I loved the Banjo Grandfather clock. Priceless Antiques, so sad just left behind. Great work you guys. Peace to you, from Florida, USA

[@sjackso256]

The castles have such beautiful architecture, and your outfit was just right for this adventure

[@terricooling8696]

they should donate the books so they dont go moldy

[@bloodspillwolf1]

I just found the channel and am already in love with the old castles that you document. Stay safe out there and keep up the amazing job.

[@irinkairinka5762]

Какой прекрасный замок! Какие прекрасные виды открываются вокруг него и какая БЕЗМЕРНАЯ Грусть должна была быть в серце человека, последнего в роду!!! Когда знаешь, что нет у тебя потомков, когда некому передать все то, чем был некогда богат и, несомненно, счастлив. ГРУСТЬ, ГРУСТЬ, ГРУСТЬ... Спасибо Вам за прекрасный экскурс в прошлое! Спасибо за возможность увидеть то, что некогда было великолепным и почувствовать радость и счастье, жившее в этом в доме!🤴👰

[@RobertMillerJustme]

What a beautiful castle! What beautiful views open up around him and what IMMORABLE Sadness should have been in the heart of a man, the last of his kind !!! When you know that you have no descendants when there is no one to pass on everything with which you were once rich and, undoubtedly, happy. SAD, SAD, SAD... Thank you for a wonderful excursion into the past! Thank you for the opportunity to see what was once magnificent and feel the joy and happiness that lived in this house

[@curiousone6129]

Leslie, You do such a nice job with these videos. Love your soft tone of voice, respectful comments, and reverence for the architecture and artifacts, no matter how humble or grand. Such romantic presentations and love for the history of the places and people who inhabited them. I so hope not to offend you by suggesting that you do more reading about historical architecture, fittings, and furnishings, if you have time available. Knowing the names of objects and styles and purpose of things you encounter would add to your presentations. Thank you for sharing these wonderful finds with us. Best of success in the future.

[@cynthiatomblin5427]

Hi Lesley. Beautiful castle love all the books And the fireplace love the antique furniture. Sad just leave it to decay.great exploring and video. Stay safe.👍🏻❤️👏🏻🔥

[@BrosOfDecay]

Lovely to hear that you enjoyed it Cynthia 😘

[@michelecaron]

I was getting many “hello beautiful” comments from gentlemen. I finally realized I was wearing your merch. A shirt that said “beautiful” on the front. Thanks Lesley! Gave me some well needed smiles from my day. WAUW. Lol 😆 love all your merch.

[@l.alongi1544]

Thank you for your adventure in documenting this castle. I was a bit saddened that it was not left to anyone and that the condition is decaying. You looked very distinguished in this video. Keep bringing us your documentaries as I will continue to watch. You and your camera man stay safe during your filming.

[@Randy8923]

Beautiful chateau! The main floor is an architectural feast! Enjoyed. Great job! You look very dapper in your period costume. You added to the passion you feel as we do for this abandoned castle.

[@Babararoot55]

Hi

[@MRb-om9jv]

Thanks! This was beautiful! This castle is like a sleeping beauty, sleeping in time ... So ephemeral .. Beautiful video)) Good luck, Leslie! With love from Ukraine.

[@jefflawrentz1624]

This was an amazing adventure and I enjoyed this very much. I believe the object you held in your hand at 10:42 (oblong ironstone dish with lid) was actually a Victorian toothbrush holder and would have been part of a matching washstand set which would include a soap dish, pitcher and wash basin. You did an excellent job and I hope you’re having a Happy New Year and safe travels in the USA. Many thanks!

[@BrosOfDecay]

Hey Jeff, thank you very much for this information 😃

[@debraan6482]

When I think of a castle 🏰 this is definitely how I picture them, built with rocks/concrete. It is sad to see all these places decay, and not be saved. I loved to look at the amazing bedding and the beautiful colors of the castle.

[@BrosOfDecay]

I totally agree!

[@CSLewisUnderstood]

Ich liebe es, wie Sie sich in fast Vintage-Kleidung kleiden und wie gut Sie die verlassene Schönheit, die Sie erkunden, vorstellen. Die Hintergrundgeschichte und die Menschen, die einst dort lebten, machen die Touren noch schöner und faszinierender. Die Musik und die Dreharbeiten sind hervorragend gemacht. Exzellenz vom Feinsten. Dieser mit all den Büchern und Bibliotheken war sehr interessant und irgendwie traurig. Traurig zu denken, dass dieser Mann niemanden in seinem Leben hatte, dem er solch wunderbare Schätze hinterlassen konnte. English: I love how you dress in almost vintage clothing and how well you introduce the forsaken beauty you are exploring. The background story and the people who once lived there make the tours even more beautiful and fascinating. The music and filming are superbly done. Excellence at its finest. This one with all the books and libraries was very interesting and kind of sad. Sad to think that this man had no one in his life to leave such wonderful treasures to.

[@careyh38]

Absolutely loved it, Lesley! Bed warmer, it is. Love the fireplaces and boeks. That was a refrigerator in the kitchen. Castle painting is in the process . it will be amazing. Always like the period costume , it goes with castle exploring!!😀😍

[@Babararoot55]

Hello 👋

[@seagoat52]

Lesley, my dear, you are absolutely adorable! I love when you wear the period attire. Your accent is precious, your voice and delivery so soothing, and your English is really very good! I always look forward to relaxing with one of your grand adventures! Keep exploring! The world is watching! Love from USA 🇺🇸🥰

[@annadaszynska3592]

Świetnie się ubrałes chodząc po komnatach, opowiadając historie byłeś w czasie przeszłym przyjemnie się słuchało i oglądało, dobrze że są tłumaczenia, pozdrawiam

[@jenniferbrowning9957]

I enjoy your beautiful tours! I just want to cry to see these wonderful places falling apart. Thank you for showing us so that we may appreciate them as you do. Love the outfit, goes with your good looks.

[@debmorris9648]

I loved your attire so fitting for the explore and like it is said "that you can't take it with you" but I love the way you respect the past and wishing you a very very safe New Year... Thanks

[@reenabergstrom5549]

Thank you from America for showing this amazing Castle! You are right, the architecture is very interesting and beautiful.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello Reena, how are you doing?

[@susanbeaudoin2743]

What an amazing castle… I love how you show respect while dressing in period attire… it’s is wonderful what you explore and sharing to grateful to go along on your adventures… much love from American!❤️❤️❤️

[@jeanghiberti9944]

Fascinating exploration!! Ceilings, fireplaces and staircase stonework absolutely amazing!! Thank you so much for sharing this piece of history.

[@mmdillon1]

The bedrooms were small in order to hold heat efficiently (when people’s body temperatures naturally drop), and because people used the rooms for sleeping, only-one did not spend a lot of time in the bedroom with guests. So the small sizes were practical for the lifestyle of the 18th and 19th centuries.

[@pollarbear6492]

Can’t get over the amount of books. This family must have love to read

[@cmiller4171]

Leslie you are amazing. Love when you wear your old timey clothes you bring these places to life! Happy New Year! Chris and Dave

[@jojoyoung2803]

Thankyou so much for sharing and taking us back in time, love how you presented yourself to respect memory of this castle, I love your attire x

[@tamarasergentu4237]

Спасибо за русские субтитры. Замок уникальный.С каким знанием истории Вы о нем рассказываете и с каким уважением к истории его сохраняете.Традиции и история это основа культуры.

[@barbkeil-burton6894]

Hi Lesley, beautiful carved ceilings, stair railing, & book cases. Now when going outside the purple flowers on the wood stems is called Wisteria & stone statues in the wall of castle is unique! Thanks for the adventure of this caste! Take care!

[@Babararoot55]

Hi Barb

[@marciar.burwell6986]

Thank you for sharing your latest adventure with us Lesley. I always enjoy them, Grammy b

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello Marcia, how are you doing?

[@amariev226]

The purple flowers belong to a Wisteria vine. That one is glorious. They can be invasive, which might explain why that one has not died off, but instead, has climbed the castle walls. Stunning!

[@annsmith4739]

Hi Lesley beautiful place,amazing architecture great explore stay safe much love Ann uk 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@willyegger4488]

Hi Ann Smith, Yes, that was indeed an absolutely amazing explore from our favourite explorer. - Wishing you fullheartedly a very happy and prosperous New Year 2022! - Peace and kindest regards.

[@annsmith4739]

@@willyegger4488 hi Willy nice to hear from you A Very HappyNew Year an healthy one to lv Ann uk ❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@HartAngel5]

I never cease to marvel and delight at your wonderful adventures! You take us on a magical journey each time with your stories, the history, and (YES!) your fabulous attire. Thank you so much, Lesley & Jordy, and best wishes on your continued work!!💕

[@ЭляПригонец]

Для русского человека видеть такие строения не разворованными и не разбитыми, как минимум удивительно.:) Спасибо, Лезли.:)))

[@melaniecox3751]

thank you for showing the kitchen/scullery areas. No one EVER show historic kitchens, so I really appreciaate that.

[@maraperussi3080]

Seu traje... Lindíssimo... Seu trabalho também!!!! Castelo maravilhoso, uma verdadeira viagem no tempo!!!Parabéns... Abraços desde Brasil 🇧🇷

[@Momspennies2]

There is something that attracts me to abandoned structures. Much more than the architecture, the antiques, or the material possessions left behind. Those things all link our mortal beings, to life as it once existed in those days, much like a time capsule that is undisturbed until many years later when someone happens upon it and an additional chapter is being read by new eyes so the story can continue to be told.... What attracts me most is knowing that a human being, much like ourselves once lived here and just like that, a life goes 'poof', and the only thing left to indicate who we were and what we are known for is in what we leave behind.... This young man, I think his name is Lesley has a very special ability to connect both sides of the story which lures us in, like transporting us back in time... Fascinating... simply fascinating. It makes me feel like I'm a time traveler.

[@LyndaMarie929]

It always makes me sad to see books decaying like that.

[@juliehattis]

Oh my gosh, every time you take us to a new place it's more breathtaking than the last. I love the attire you ware. It set's the mood of the history very well. I could feel the heartbreak in your voice as you were talking about how the government should take over and restore and preserve those abandon places. 😞 I feel the same. Thank you for all your hard work to bring us these amazing places Leslie.

[@valdeniaborges6587]

Belíssimo trabalho! Obrigada pela legenda!parabéns por tudo, desde Brasil!

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you Valdenia!

[@jaytay2776]

Your costume looks natural now, imagine that. And your narration is getting great! Congrats on the sponsorship.

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you very much Jay!

[@anitaatwell8287]

What part of France is this castle in? Is it for sale? I have so many questions about it because it is so beautiful and fascinating! Thank you for sharing a part of the world that we would never see otherwise.

[@Godwinpounds4333]

Hello Anita, how are you doing?

[@veros88]

Leslie you look so Debonair sir., down to the heels clicking on the concrete floors, it truly brings it to life as this man walked these same halls. I like when you say zoom in so we can see every nook of this beautiful Castle. Wow, how everything is still in place and untouched. Thank you for your generous soul and love for what you do. XOXO to you & your crew!! 2022🥂🍾🏰🛡🤴

[@mariagasperazzo8245]

Bros que castelo 🏰 lindo 💕 amei ❤️ vc ficou muito lindo parabéns pelo seu trabalho tudo muito lindo maravilhoso ❤️

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you very much ❤️

[@winonamika4891]

Here in the Southern United States we call that long-handled pan of bed warmer. Yes we could hot coals inside it, and then we ran it under the blankets in the top sheet of the bed just in contact with the mattress and the bottom sheet and it would warm the bed up so you didn't get a shock when you climbed under the covers.

[@michaelpatterson5811]

Lesley is (correctly) always careful not to tell us where these properties are, that he explores. But maybe the answer is in the two heraldic shields over the main fireplace. I don't think that these are family related (why would there be two of them - and only the King of France had the right to use just 3 fleur-de-lys). I think that these are the 'arms' of Tours, in the Loire - 3 towers (tours) normally surmounted by 3 fleur-de-lys.

[@BrosOfDecay]

Hey Michael, That is correct. These heraldic shields don't lead you to the location of the castle. I carefully examined the entire video and nothing seems to lead towards the location of the castle.

[@Babararoot55]

Hey Michael

[@philadelphe2710]

Hi Michael. You are well informed. This coat of arms belongs to the family de Valois-Saint-Rémy, the descendants of the royal bastard Henri de Valois-Saint-Rémy (1557-1621, son of king Henri II), reason for their right to bear the 3 royal lys flowers. As far as I can assume, the both coats of arms on the fireplaces have'nt anything to do with this recent castle (built 1875).

[@madamabutterfly7349]

@@philadelphe2710 A part of the Casle is older than XVIII. It looks like more renaissance with the mullioned windows (fenêtres à meneaux). What do you think ?

[@philadelphe2710]

@@madamabutterfly7349 It even EXACTLY looks like Renaissance style, but it is only an imitation (brilliant imitation, but only an imitation : in France, we speak of "pastiche (de la Renaissance...)"). My inquieries about this mansion gave me the building year 1875. Moreover, a mixture of 13th century style (gothic windows) and 16th century style (mullioned windows) on a same facade was unthinkable and impossible in the Renaissance age (which severely contempted the Middle Age) : such an artificial architectural mixture is only possible from the 19th century on (mostly 1870's).

[@alwaysthesleepless1]

I always wonder how you gain access to these places. What a lovely castle it is a pity that it is just left to fall down.

[@birdbunnylady]

Shouldn't touch old documents and books with you hands.

[@wilmapennings7537]

My favourite castle yet! Even the upper most rooms in the tower were once quite beautiful! Usually the towers are not really used for beds and baths. Takes my breath away!!

[@silvanaarca8754]

Boa noite eu sou Uruguaya estou no Brasil e gosto muito da Arquitectura Antiga e suas Histórias também acho uma pena o governo não se interessar por a restauração mais que DEUS Abençoe e obrigado por fazer esse canal tam legal realmente compartilhar com a gente um pouco da História de cada Lugar que van fiquem com DEUS

[@4oldsoldiers]

Thank you gracious host for these grand tours. Yes it is a shame that these wonderful periods of history are neglected and crumbling around us. Because of people as yourself, their grandeur are now preserved on video.

[@ЖаннаАстапова-у3и]

Bros спасибо за классные видео . И с наступающим Рождеством.😀

[@petrapatzan6327]

Gracias por tu apoyo

[@cynthiabowers3109]

The 'Bed Warmer' is what the copper thing was hanging on the wall in the kitchen.❤✌️ I absolutely love your channel, Mr. Leslie.

[@abbymonta650]

Former History teacher here (hence maybe why I'm being so particular), and I have to say that for the first time ever, I'm disappointed in Bros of Decay! You guys used click bait in promoting this video by advertising it as a "Medieval Abandoned Castle." However, at 1:05 you reveal that the chateau (it's also not technically a "castle" since by virtue of it's architecture it clearly was never designed to serve defense purposes), was in fact built at the beginning of the 18th century, thus grossly missing the medieval era by at least 200+ years! I hate to criticize, but your content is so wonderful, and your videos are all so extraordinarily beautiful that you don't need to denigrate yourself by stooping to using clickbait. Otherwise, please keep up the amazing work!! P.S. You look quite dashing in your historical attire! ❤

[@sherlynn7211]

I swear that you are an olde soul by your passion you show for these places. One can feel how you so naturally connect to 18th century lifestyles. Love your vest, its gorgeous ! :)

[@gummymummy1234]

Leslie, you and this castle are truly magnificent!💕

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you so much Louise!

[@gummymummy1234]

@@BrosOfDecay 🥰

[@bearfog07]

I do love it when you wear the period attire as it goes so well with the castle back drop. The extra effort you put in adds an interesting dimension. Thanks, Lesley xx