THE FAMILY DISAPPEARED Untouched Abandoned House With Everything Left Behind

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We explore an abandoned chateau with everything left behind.
Out in the beautiful, French countryside, the land is scattered with the sad remains of countless historic chateaux.
This 17th century mansion is an impressive example of this, abandoned for over 20 years.
These grand homes are no longer fit for purpose, requiring a large amount of money to renovate and even more to maintain, the wealthy families who once resided here, who passed them down through the generations, have by now moved elsewhere, leaving so many ancestral homes to fall into decay.
No attention to detail was spared, each and every room a work of art, adorned with renaissance paintings and ornate furnishings.
Once a large bustling family home, a shelter for their luxury lifestyle, now a dusty shadow of its former self.
Outside, we venture into an old barn, and get a reminder of just how long ago this place was inhabited.
Join us and discover what this abandoned château has to hide, all these years down the line…
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[@joycerabbitt4362]

I looked up Bonfills for you: Félix Adrien Bonfils (8 March 1831 - 1885) was a French photographer and writer who was active in the Middle East. He was one of the first commercial photographers to produce images of the Middle East on a large scale and amongst the first to employ a new method of colour photography, developed in 1880.

[@rachaelspeaches]

Wow! That’s really interesting.

[@TJScruffi]

It is so sad that such a overwhelmingly beautiful structure is left to decay. The house has died. So very sad that it could not be renovated into something.

[@CaptainB007]

Not renovated but restored! And why not?

[@meagainandagain5756]

@@CaptainB007 $

[@astromohannikam-patil2067]

When I see the videos of such abandoned mansions with all the luxuries left to the test of time; I feel sad somewhere in the deep, feeling concern about the souls who lived there and the adverse circumstances they might have faced. The same might be the fate to many of us watching.

[@sarahhorrocks9352]

So heart breaking to see such a glorious building just standing unloved and unused. Especially when you spend years trying to find the perfect one to purchase! I would have this one in a heartbeat and my horses would look awesome pulling those carriages too. Stunning tour, better than most viewings we have had in France.

[@sharbear9334]

What a beautiful, fun, explore!!

[@WeeZippy]

These houses are mostly tied up in family arguments and then aren't able to be sold, even when they're in bad shape like this

[@francoamerican4632]

@thickus or the cost of renovation is too prohibitive to make restoration and/or preventative maintenance an option.

[@cathydwire1272]

There was so much beauty within the walls of this chateau, the chandelier was incredible as was the ornate stove in one of the first rooms. The shot that took my breath was looking out the oval window. The archway of trees looking down the pathway sent me back in a different time. I could see the fancy carriages coming toward the mansion. What a place! Thank you for the tour.

[@candacecaldwell6719]

A Wonderful Discovery indeed Sam and Jess. However, just to mention, It would have been highly appreciated if the 1884 PHOTOS were REPLACED PROPERLY in the Books in which you had originally found them instead of simply doubling them over and closing the one Book in which it was discovered ....... being exactly what was demonstrated in the video clip above here ..... with one of the more important photos you had both discovered ! ! !

[@Lightgirl715]

❤❤❤

[@juliebevington2437]

That was my thought too

[@jessaquist9401]

I agree

[@alaskau9175]

Agreed. I love how respectful and appreciative they are but when they touch old photos and old photographic negatives and plates the oil on their fingers could do irreparable harm. They should wear gloves when handling such priceless and fragile pieces of history.

[@beckyshock3099]

Thank you, Sam & Jess for showing me a place I would never normally see, I live in WV, USA and would never get to see something as grand as this!

[@debrasullivan7479]

Check out The Greenbriar in WV.

[@annakat3754]

I cannot imagine being so wealthy that you have no emotional attachment to something so beautiful and full of memories.

[@LoireValleyChateaux]

What a shame! Windows missing, exposed to the elements, rotting away! I see a work of art like this and I just want to cry thinking of all of those craftsman putting their hearts & souls into something they believed would be cherished FOREVER! ❤️🙏

[@karancarnwright4312]

An a baby grand paino just left behind what a shame!

[@ninaedmonds3783]

WOW what a stunning place. A beautiful touch having Jess at the piano at the start, you have a wonderful peaceful voice Sam which pulls me in. Thank you for doing what I can only wish to do. xx

[@petersonjosue7745]

I just found this while scrolling on youtube and it is amazing. Thanks for sharing your adventures and explorations in different places like this one. This beautiful mansion must be restored.

[@carolswick9224]

So So beautiful...it's so sad 😞 to see it go to waste. I could only imagine living in a chateau like that...I'll keep dreaming and watching your show..thanks much

[@kiwigirl5634]

Such a shame....to see a beautiful French Mansion just left to the time and elements. Thanks Sam and Jess for giving us the opportunity to see this beautiful grand place...it means a lot... it's my dream to get to these places and I'm so grateful for y'all showing your amazing adventures! Lots of love ❤️ & light 🕯️ from New Zealand 🇳🇿❤️✌🏼🕊️

[@trudieristich795]

I know and it is strange that the grass is taken care of cuz I'm most of the other places are all overgrown or hard to get to so yeah I'm going to be doing that and I wonder what it takes can you get an abandoned house is it even a possibility? Cuz that is strange why would somebody do the lawn and that's it

[@mrsanitahellyer6569]

@@trudieristich795 I agree. Something doesn’t ring true!

[@karenjenkins7497]

Absolutely stunning! I love that chandelier, so sad it is just left there. I will keep watching your videos from here in Florida.

[@SmokeyMt.]

Lovely mansion with so many rooms and staircases. That entrance was grand. The old carriages were a great topper to another wonderful exploration. Thank you both for sharing this amazing exploration with me. ❤😂

[@annemiekereffeltrath]

OOOOOOOOOWH, My Dear Sam&Jess, This is it, this Breathtaking Gorgeous Mansion, here I want to live with a few same minded people, like yourselves. What a pleasure to see all those treasures, like the fire places, the Persian rugs, the architecture. Ah Damned, the whole place is just Epic! Thanks for sharing this Gorgeous home, Mind-blowing, sooo Beautiful. Love&Respect from us:Anne&Harry from Amsterdam. 🖐🐾🐾❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😘✌

[@janetdavies8293]

A beautiful place Jess really suits the place you’ve caught her beauty as always especially loved seeing her on the piano and sitting looking out of the window the place is incredible and the filming as always incredible loved it x

[@maureenalder8905]

Agree Janet 😊

[@debbielucas4009]

That is very true about her

[@patriciawilliamson686]

Excellent explore. Someone would pay very good money for those old carriages. They should be in a museum somewhere.

[@crystalclear5684]

O.M.G.!!!!! WHAT HAPPENED HERE??? 😱 This is the most amazing dereliction you guys have ever explored... everything...just laid to waste. It's outrageous! An incredibly talented and traveled family...there are treasures buried in there that are priceless no doubt. Where did all the heirs disappear to? SHAME!!! It would be a wonderful miracle if some adventurous investor could take it over and ... surely it can't be left there like this for eternity? SO 💔

[@rachaelspeaches]

Nature is starting to reclaim it. I’m sure it will just rot away over time. The longer it’s left in disrepair, the harder or impossible it will be to restore. It may already have so much damage, that we can’t see, that deems it irreparable or more costly than anyone whom has the money is willing to invest (generally as they don’t get anything back from it). I agree, so very sad.

[@jerroldmcley4347]

You bent those pictures up in that book a little more respect

[@miriam100ful]

and gloves , they should be wearing gloves before touching things.

[@rubybainbridge8904]

This was such a beautiful place. It’s too bad that it is not being used today. The place is so big that you could turn it into a few condos. It would be lovely to live in one. I love your channel. I find it calming. Both of you do such a great job together and I love your sense of humour while filming. I was wondering if you have a Patreon available so I could donate to you every month. Just let me know. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@carysorensen3029]

Imagine being so rich that you’d leave all those historic treasures when you moved!

[@donaldducc5449]

I'm wondering if the property was taken over by a bank or corporation and has just been left to decay since doing anything otherwise would hurt the bottom line.

[@stephennelson1687]

Or too poor to maintain. The lesson to learn: Never build what can’t be maintained by average people!

[@kimwetzel6517]

Wow! Such a beauty. You two do an outstanding job of letting us see what you do. Every explore is my favorite!

[@cherienafo7676]

Australia// Hi U2, and thanks for you wonderful 'finds'. I watch many abandoned vids and in all of them, I see so many old books, such a loss- there would no doubt be many 1st editions- just rotting away, such a shame. I really dont understand why 'treasures' from the past are not rescued.

[@tallyflower1337]

Pls remember to put things back the way you found them. Please go slow when reading thru such old papers... Those books are so very fragile. You may even want to wear gloves, as human oils can break down papers much more quickly. Thank you for sharing.

[@marcificht4013]

Yes, the place might be abandoned and slowly decaying, but you should at least show respect. Walking on the books was painful to watch, too, but it would have taken a long time to clear a path. Still sad.

[@abbiekenyon5942]

Yes, Please wear gloves -- oils on human hands can ruin the antiques !

[@abbiekenyon5942]

Please put things pack the way you found them ! And wear gloves ! Thanks

[@priscillarobinson7740]

Just found your channel by accident. You’ve got me hooked. Great explore. So much sheet music. Beethoven must have lived there! I’ll definitely be exploring with you from now on. You’re so lucky! I knew you’d hit a good floor. What a waste of books. They could make a wonderful donation to an organization of some type. I’ve had a great time. Thanks See ya next time. Pris ~ Brielle, New Jersey USA 🇺🇸

[@Polar-xj1tv]

You was right Jess, the first one was a tennisracket. 😊😊Nice filming and keep up the good work you two. Love from Norway.

[@Carol......]

How the other half lived huh ! Absolutely beautiful, these places you show us just take my breath away. I try to imagine people in there, reading all those books, sleeping in those grand beds and cooking wonderful meals every night. Thanks guys, I wish I was with you on your travels, you look ike you're having a such a fabulous time. I loved this house with the biggest basement I've ever seen and those carriages were just so grand, can you imagine the servants getting them ready and fixing them on to horses to take te owners to a ball or grand event. Thank you for showing us round xx 💕

[@rebeccabaker9178]

A grand house at one time .a french chateau. Full of memories and such. What a video!

[@jackieburnett6881]

Enjoyed this video. Your mind has to wonder what really happened to this family. It is a shame that it was left to just waste away. There is so much history here!

[@hahomy]

wow guys that place was truly amazing those carriages paintings fire places books papers loved it all what a massive place can't believe it's all just been left sitting there for decades such a shame, amazing video well done 👍💖 really enjoyed this one, I know I say that about all yr videos but they get better and better lol 🤣 keep up the good work 👌 and take care xx

[@davidsiracuse6672]

You guys find some amazing places. I told my 75 year old Mother about you and she loves your videos. Keep up the good work 👍

[@rachaelspeaches]

Great capture guys. I think these kinds of discoveries just show us that working so hard for grandeur/money/materialism really is just meaningless. We can’t take it with us and if there’s no one to take it over or can’t afford to, this is sadly where it ends. This is another example of stunning French architecture! It’s just simply breathtaking. Once lost, it’ll never be seen again, which is incredibly sad. When you document these buildings are you archiving them somewhere that in the future they can be viewed. So other people can discover (in a different format) just as you did.

[@gabim8338]

Just found your channel. Thanks for showing us these magnificent places. It is such a shame that with so many wealthy people out there, millionaires, billionaires, that they just use some of their money which they wouldn’t be able to spend in their lifetime anyway, and restore these places for future generations. It would be as they say no skin off their nose. Keep up the great work. You look like lovely people as well, which is getting rare on utube, everyone out to show how beautiful they are and special. When they are just fake attention seekers. Greetings from Australia. Wish we had these kind of mansions here but unfortunately we are not an old enough country.

[@melindasides4204]

Omgoodness, fantastic wonderful share. Thank you so much

[@selinasteve]

Look at you two, almost 50k subscribers. You deserve 100k. Another awesome video. I absolutely loved this one. Stay safe and keep on keeping on xoxo love from Australia 🇦🇺

[@paulasoutchek3747]

You find the most amazing homes. Glorious. Sad.

[@jamesmcbride6304]

Love it when its just the two of you exploring, you both do it so well with respect. what a lovely chateau, always find it really sad when nobody claims all the possessions especially when they are worth a fortune.

[@MTurtleShell]

It's not respectful when he turns pages of a ledger folding photographs in between pages ... He found the photos flat.

[@gambylou9959]

@@MTurtleShell it made me sad to see that as well.

[@justinhart8744]

Imagine going to the outhouse on a cold night then running over to the wine cellar grabbing a couple of bottles of fine French homemade wine and heading back inside in front of your warm marble fireplace listening to friends and relatives laughing and singing and playing piano dancing to the music! Cheers 🥂

[@nancyhillard6456]

It just sickens me that these beautiful homes are left to rot!

[@mykelsalter7941]

Hey Jess and Sam, the cupboards with the secret doors are called modesty rooms where the lady would change in private before going to bed and also would be would be used for the bed lined that would be for the bed the room as the bed would only just fit in the gap. Some of those also had a small set of shelves where you could keep your items before going to sleep like your reading glasses. I see if i can find more information for you. What a beautiful Chateau you went into. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@jessemerrill6481]

Mad respect for you guys and your French country mates, for something so beautiful to sit there for all those years and nothing is vandalized blows my mind 🤯 I will never understand the mind of a person that would think, man that’s cool, let’s break it! Which is the mind set of pretty much every American unfortunately, I’ve been in a few abandoned places but never a untouched one, always graffiti and broken stuff, makes me ashamed of people in my country sometimes! That big beautiful house would have every inch of copper torn out and any little thing of value taken out, it would be a shell with nothing to see here in America, you guys are awesome, thank you!

[@martinsallenger5526]

Hi Sam and jess this mansion house is unbelievable such beautiful architecture and beautiful furniture and fixtures,l am very surprised the contents of this property hasn't been stolen after twenty years being abandoned great explor thanks for sharing 👍

[@Lightgirl715]

I enjoyed this exploration a lot you guys...it was certainly an amazing house and was once a wonderful home...no doubt. The carriages are magnificent! And the artwork. Why someone threw the books all over the place mystifies me...but all together I was fascinated!! Good work!

[@debbierandolph8840]

That hand painting on the wall was of pinnocio

[@bobbyhumphries1058]

Fabulous home! I am always amazed to see all that beauty and people would choose to watch tv! Very nice vid!

[@marshawhite2904]

Great video !! Enjoyed it ! 🤩

[@johndent-jones5438]

I love your films. and I love the way you are so respectful to all the artefacts and artwork you so love. John

[@donnamulholland7177]

Wow!!!! Would have loved to seen this beauty back in its day. It certainly didn’t lack details and grand artwork, that’s for sure. Thanks for sharing this grand home.

[@lynnmk2384]

You guys are Sooooooo lucky to go into these places loveeeeeeeee seeing all this old beautiful pictures and furniture everything thank you beautiful places

[@shyky75]

Awesome Video🙂🖤 Thanks for sharing..🙂🖤 And just listening to you both is actually relaxing... 🙂🖤 Hope more subs come your way ... So deserved...🙂🖤

[@barbaralouisebenjamin5918]

It is lovely to see the old houses. Do not cause damage. Review your treatment of the photographs in the ledger. They would have been bent by pour handling of them.

[@noweaponsformedagainstme]

Beautiful fireplaces in every room Gorgeous Thank you for sharing

[@ArmantoAlex13]

What I don’t understand is why a historic society hasn’t taken over some of these contents - antiques, China, paintings, notebooks, ledgers etc. - almost criminal to me that these belongings haven’t been protected from thieves and potential plunderers! Quite shocking actually…

[@trudieristich795]

I know every time he shows one it's just like wow look at that stuff and like you said pure antiques that are very good even if they're not they could be refurbished. Like one of the other houses that had tagging what kind of surprised somebody hasn't squatting in some of these unless they're haunted LOL

[@JudyMackirdy-v7r]

Thanks for another fascinating place Sad it is falling apart.You are very considerate of other peoples belongings 🇨🇦

[@deborahschroeder763]

Beautiful place! Thank you for sharing this with us Sam and Jess!

[@marcificht4013]

So fast....you go so fast!!! SO many things missed....🥺 I loved the staircase iron work...so beautiful. And the spiral staircase with the Tudor beams in the stone walls was equally impressive. Would have been nice to see the bedroom behind the locked door up the spiral staircase. I somehow missed the kitchen. The attic was INCREDIBLE!!! Same with the carriages and tack. But you go so fast...

[@julesdymond8728]

I guess that they go fast through fear of being caught

[@sdbelland]

Wow. So sad. It looks like the land is being kept up to some degree. I wonder who's doing that.

[@acts10truth]

thank you for showing us this. It would be interesting to know some of the family's history

[@fatmasevinc7307]

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[@EffortlessLH]

Such a beautiful looking building! Can’t wait to see it all! X

[@tracyh.8611]

Sad to see such beauty go neglected and forgotten.

[@robingraham4543]

WOW, what a stunning home. Such a big place with so much life still left in her.

[@tallyflower1337]

Beautiful, beautiful place. So very well made. I've seen so many that are as old or newer, but have so much greater damage. Thx for sharing.

[@hahomy]

wahhoooooo can't wait to see this guys look forward to seeing u in the premier later 👍💖

[@richardsmith6074]

Sam you look like a dwarf in this place. So amazing. What a grand manor. If I may add. Children in adults clothes, history tells us children did adult work. Royalty was achieved at early age back in the day. Ty🐟

[@davinasquirrel7672]

The bedrooms up on the third floor, usually the servants' quarters (but well decked out for servants!). That was the initial purpose, when the mansion was built, and it seems turned into libraries after the massive servant era had come to a close. Fairly impressive with the number of servants' quarters up there, huge number of staff, primarily the housekeeping staff. The older wing may have been the original farm house, then more for ground/farm staff? Only a guess. But a lot of staff back in the day. There look to be more than a few Moët & Chandon bottles down in the cellar. They looked to have dabbled in their own wine at one point, as you do.

[@CaptainB007]

It's part of the heritage and must be restored as a museum!

[@catherinehutchinson6099]

I’m wondering if it was occupied and confiscated by the German army... I would love to know how long it’s been empty. Stunning place excellent upload thanks guys 👍✌️

[@MissX905]

There was a newspaper with a 1991 date and a modern looking TV.

[@debbiep4647]

Great video!!! Loved it! Someone really needs to save some of the many things inside!

[@candacecaldwell6719]

The Firewood Container/"Box" standing along side the Fireplace with the Family Crest emblazoned on the front of it ......depicts ROYALTY re: the Animals on either side and the Crown above.

[@tawandatracee8327]

Yet another BEYOND impressive Tour de France thanks to Sam & Jess for taking me/US all along. You know I was just saying to my guy and my Sun, we think we've come SO far from the "caveman"/pre historic days, but looking at this, I think we've gone backwards! I don't feel led to believe that they were lacking ANYthing back then, 1884 from the few papers S&J have shown Us. I hope ALL viewers enjoy S&J's Tours as much as I do. Cheers fr Eastern Canada, Trace

[@cherienafo7676]

You two crack me up !! LOL stay as you are. Cheers from Sth Australia.

[@lizziepryde7004]

Excellent place looks beautiful can't wait to watch it later love to you both god bless you

[@patp3800]

Swinging the camera around so fast it makes you dizzy and can only see what you are interested in...

[@mistydawn2717]

Your video just popped up and man what am awesome place! I subbed I'm looking forward to seeing more.

[@davidfarrell7318]

i just subscribed to you i loved the video and look forward to more take care guys from Scotland.

[@lotusdolphin]

Hello loves! What an incredible château! Just those little hidden rooms in the recessed areas of the bedrooms were so you could get dressed and quickly slipped under the covers before your husband saw you. I have no idea how they made children back then! Lol😳 A proper lady could not be seen in her undergarments. They must’ve had massive children there. So many bedrooms. Beautiful stairs. I wonder if they had business links back in Egypt. They certainly were wealthy. Wonderful to see the carriages in the carriage house! So posh. I was terrified when Jess screamed. I wondered what she had seen I figured it had to be spiders. It was those were bad ass. And what was up with the evil babies killing the animals? That was just plain macabre. Did you ever find the kitchen. I wonder if that was somewhere in the basement. It usually was. Great explore guys great explore! Too bad it’s just left to rot. So sad. Thanks so much as always sending love💜🤟🏻😎🇺🇸🙏

[@connieprettyman6131]

I was wondering about the kitchen also! All I saw was one cupboard with a few dishes.

[@wendycrawford1792]

Just soooo beautiful. I love the carriages. What an amazing chateau and out buildings!!!❤️

[@bluestartears6405]

I really enjoyed exploring with you in that house that's a nice house had a lot of nice old stuff in there pretty cool find thanks for sharing

[@CC-bw8lx]

this place is so beautiful, thanks for showing us, maybe you could slow down the camera a little :) thanks again!

[@astriddobek8931]

If anyone now owns this home and land. I feel it's so selfish to just leave it to rot. When I'm sure so many people would to make it their home. Even splitting the home into 3 or even 6 apartments. It's a same that they have so much and care what happens to it.

[@groofoot]

lol as soon as this clip began it was like listening to Vincent Price .... or Masterpiece Theatre, or something ....

[@punkinpie2]

Upstairs, downstairs.

[@jimm2434]

Absolutely Stunning Chateau! Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@cynthiawoodburn977]

Did you notice the piano was not dusty and in good order. I wonder if someone comes to visit once and a while and plays it.

[@shannonelam6766]

My grandmother used to tell us kids those old mansions is where generations of a family lived where all their babies were born, and many of their elderly and sick passed away. So, it makes me wonder how many on average births and deaths has taken place over the years. I love architecture and various types of antiques and watching videos like yours is great just to see how they lived and how they changed with the times by adding bathrooms, plumbing, and electricity, etc. I could honestly spend days looking through a place like that. Thanks.

[@katherinebopp2021]

To me this is the most beautiful abounded mansion I have seen. I hate to see all of this beauty and artistry going to waste. Sometimes places do not look truly abandoned . Just no one there for a few years , When you see preparation to leave just stoped , the mystery is hard to take. I would love to know at least a little history of these unimaginable wealth and prominence.

[@carmencornelianastase1240]

Wow ....fantastic video .... T'hank you for sharing !

[@andyw133]

Well yet again a fantastic video love it was amazing 👏 good job keep it up....Andy waller in Gillingham Dorset 🙂

[@haryatikusumadewi4555]

Amazing .. thanks for sharing have a nice day

[@mynx369]

Wow!!! I’m speechless!!! This place is exquisite! And ohhhh so French and beautiful!! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏻 this unique gem 💎 ‼️ I loved watching this video . 💖💖💖🥰

[@gerardmartin6448]

I love the music you have on this video. question, Where can I find it ? ❤

[@micheleaday3902]

Amayzing Chatau Thank You Both So Much Love Watching You Both

[@susanwoodman2996]

amazing share, what a property!

[@annhinson5670]

Absolutely beautiful! If this place is not saved, there is a lot that can be salvaged and sold, like those stunning fireplace mantels and much more.

[@fredziffle5219]

Thanks for posting. These pictures are so amazing. Hope you don’t get in trouble. This place is incredible,can’t believe it isn’t a famous wedding venue or hotel or museum. be careful of potential mold exposure.

[@Mariah.B11]

Absolutely enjoyable to watch this.

[@jacquelineruth511]

Sam, it's great to see your lighter side. Keep having fun.

[@tinaprentice2136]

Wow 😮 what an extraordinary mansion, the paintings and architecture was exquisite and the carriages was amazing. Amazing explore Sam and Jess loved it 🥰

[@annettepurtle3757]

Wow! That mansion is like a museum! It was once very beautiful 🤩 imagine who must of lived there along time ago! Love this guys 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼😊

[@jomccormick6753]

Omgosh! Don’t bend those photos!!!