Searching The Convent Basement

[@jillrusche6]

Listening to Simon say “let’s crack on” with a French accent like Yanis just made me smile!

[@Divina-oh1eq]

Love these two! ❤

[@pamelar5868]

❤❤❤

[@sandrabouvard2634]

oh boy, Yanis is such a hard worker !

[@donnasauer5462]

Wow--grandda certainly can navigate across those timbers. I admire his agility and strength ---thanks for being a role model for we senior citizens!

[@marytaylor9185]

He just turned 80!!!! Take a couple of years off for balancing on the joists!

[@rickabston6798]

@@marytaylor9185 it is amazing how tough that man is. In his prime, he was probable a power house. i am just amazed at how tough he is now.

[@KymeGracia]

the basement looks so much better with natural light, not so creepy.

[@annadavis2547]

You caught that in time. I can imagine people falling through the collapsing floor. Love how the light in the basement removes the creepy factor.

[@ClaraSunshine]

Yes, the basement is so creepy... Even more strange because I am from Canada and we used to have few big community of convent here. From more than a decade (aprx) you have no idea how many scandals went to the newspapers concerning abuse of children in convent, monastery, etc. Poor orphans who died, who were abused, beaten, students, Indians, etc. They have lived horribles things and now are traumatized people. So when I see the basement, I don't like it.

[@elsacastillo9855]

Y nunca han encontrado, monedas, botones, llaves como en otras casas???

[@caseyflorida]

Several inches of concrete over a rotting wooden floor, would definitely collapse in the near future! Glad they can now fix it!

[@ritahemmerly4224]

Ya! One of the ghouls popped his head out of the hole. So you are haunted!

[@lulugirl7043]

Billy, your dad continues to amaze me !!!!!

[@laurelldockall2399]

Boy. What I wouldn’t do to be at the convent. Even to help with the mid construction cleaning of debris. I’m 65 but was raised to help my Dad for the 11 years he single handed lay renovated our 100 year old house. ❤️❤️

[@susanritchie4921]

I would love to help in that way also.

[@carolannecosgrove5152]

Me too I'd love to help out. Or help Ryan out.

[@tara0redwine]

I’m a 40 year old woman and I feel the same! What I wouldn’t do to go help. I’m in SE Indiana

[@lizbrown9645]

Why don’t you contact Billy …he has property he might be able to put you up ?even if it was short term .i bet he would be happy for help .

[@vanessagray8604]

Me too

[@Dao0253]

I love Yanis's bold new confidence. So adorable. And it's all down to you lot ❤🇨🇦

[@missyanngobin7978]

I find the creepy basement beautiful once it is opened up a bit, craftsmanship is amazing....

[@marytaylor9185]

The cellar is absolutely beautiful! The stone work is great, and there is no threat of the floor caving in! .........LOL To beat the heat, I'm sure it could be a nice haven.

[@suemccoy7533]

Wow, what a day of progress this was. Mick, Yanis & Simon really do "crack on"

[@elisabethhopson5639]

Such hard work done with plenty of smiles and a bit of fun. I loved Yanis teaching Simon how to say 'Krack on' with a French accent and then olympic medal for floorboard throwing. Every day is a treasure with team Petherick. 😃🥇

[@connienelson3845]

Yanis is small but he is MIGHTY! I am a 72 year old woman who has been with you since the beginning. I love what you are doing and watch every day! Everything you do is done so beautifully. Too bad the tree couldn’t make it in the kitchen! ❤️ to Yanis--Crack on!!!

[@susanpera2131]

Yeah, I loved that tree there.

[@stevenlewis6781]

Yes! He is a work horse! He’s so refreshing to see in this day of age! There are lots like him, don’t despair too much about the young generation. They will find their way.

[@Byjollyollie]

The ghosts must love the great things you are doing. 😀

[@beaniecat1980]

Wow, that floor was bad. Yanis popping up out of the floor 😂 The stone walls in the basement are beautiful.

[@carollewis2232]

Yanis and Simon have such a lovely relationship, with a lot of laughter, fun and mutual respect! Such a joy to witness!👏👏👍🇦🇺

[@lynnbee9384]

Love how Yannis and Simon are having fun teasing each other

[@evelynnilsen5390]

No shortage of firewood this winter! And the stonework in the basement - love it!

[@waisanchan5850]

Love Yanis and Simon teasing each other. The ring of laughter shows the strong friendship between them. Was also impressed by Mick’s balance walking on the floor joists. Great job done by the team. 😊

[@karenniehues4786]

I can assure you, I would have fallen & I am only 71!!!

[@Julia-zj2ch]

If you put in a bit of glass flooring right at the window then the basement could still get daylight and it would be amazing and bright in the basement. Those stone walls down there are so beautiful. Excellent French accent, Simon!

[@donnaaltena761]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@huwmather5477]

Agree

[@sr.marycatharineperry547]

This what we have but it doesn't bring in too much light.

[@seanohalloran]

I was also thinking the same thing.

[@OnLongIsland]

Love that idea.

[@busterdee8228]

Love how restoring rooms to their near original height invites so much more light in. The shadows also seem more interesting.

[@maryannknox7158]

The stonework in the basement is spectacular

[@Captain-KTS]

Yo Billy had an idea! Dont replace the floor/ceiling in basement in that small section, finish out that small section in basement & have as wine area w/seating. Then have a glass bridge supported by oak beams to other part of dinning room. That would be amazing cool ! Cheers Kirk

[@pamabernathy8728]

When Yanis tossed the wood out of the basement, I was hoping someone would shout, "OW!" just to tease Yanis❤

[@auntietara]

I’d love to see you rethink the basement staircase and leave that open. What a fantastic feature that would be!

[@karensinclair4189]

Don’t think that’s viable option bc I do believe the basement stairs open up into the front entrance hall. It’s the closest opening to the front door even if going downward. Potential for all manner of confusion and misdirection of visitors.

[@sandrajones633]

Yannis is such a sweetie. Always puts a smile on our faces

[@Robin-xr2tz]

He made me laugh when he suggested two bedrooms in the basement one for Simon too 😂

[@sarrahvaughn6307]

Y'all are just fabulous this building is getting the love it deserves.. each of yours hard work is inspiring

[@ErwinFrankes-r9n]

Starting with beatifull music +100 points.

[@loriboyce942]

The light grazing those stone basement walls is beautiful

[@RijackiTorment]

The basement space is lovely with the light coming in. It might be nice to have a light tunnel to bring natural light in as an addition to electric light. But even just having electric light in that space would make is so usable.

[@melindalewingellis1923]

I absolutely love to see you guys together. I feel like I know you. You are all adorable💖 Mic is the OG ,it’s unbelievable how much strength and agility he has at his age. I’m closer in age to Mic . Haha I love you guys❤️

[@lorrainesawday4959]

What about a glass floor/ceiling? Then the 'wine cellar' can be exposed in the dining room. It would keep the light and be a really fabulous feature. Obviously you will have wine fridges that keep wine to an ambient temperature, so light wouldn't be a problem?

[@MaryGentry-o1j]

I would love to be a part of this just to clean debris! I am a Simon fan too, I appreciate his knowledge and hard work. I"ve followed Billy and Gwen's project from the beginning. Be safe everyone.

[@milkweeddreams8828]

All I can say is WHATTA CREW...always in search of treasure...little do they know, they are the treasure...!!!

[@swedeyu]

It’s really beautiful with the natural light in the basement!

[@JacobC365]

Todays end pose 9/10 Simon, Yanis and “Dad” looking like a rock band posing! Simon on guitar, Yanis on drums, Dad on keyboards and naturally Billy the lead vocalist is on the camera😊

[@murialpack5350]

🤔🤔🤔 Yeah, you’re right…I can see that 😁👏🏻😃👏🏻

[@sarahlord7122]

I know you miss Alex, but your cinematography is wonderful Billy. Love the time lapse and the music. So artful. I look forward to it every afternoon.

[@unknownregions5014]

Also you could stick a bar in the dining room then any draught products you have, you can put the cellar below in the basement, I would stick it in the corner where the alcove is. 2 meters wide, means people can be served drinks while have food.

[@stephaniegaromon3244]

The basement is beautiful with those stone walls. My goodness, those wood floors were in super bad shape. I think you made the right call when you heard a hollow sound and decided to remove the concrete. ❤

[@craftycalley]

I love to see Yannis having fun demolishing things!

[@charskene714]

A lot of hard work. You all are doing a fabulous job. Hard working group of men. See you all tomorrow and cracking on.

[@taponespantapajaritos3937]

glass floor panels looking down to the bodega👌

[@HabitualButtonPusher]

That green shovel has to the the BEST renovation purchase you’ve made since owning the Chateau and Convent. A few more or those and a few more Yanis’s that place will be renovated by next Tuesday! Haha!

[@marekvollach7831]

Your VIDEOGRAPHER DESERVES recognition, honouring and a prize. That opening shot coming across the steeple and cross fed me tears of appreciation and Joy. Well done

[@georgiaobree]

Years ago there was a beautiful French Restaurant in the Southern Highlands south of Sydney in Australia. They had a basement in an old sandstone building (early 1800's) and we used to go there for special dinners...sitting in that lovely room, with so much character and charm and so warm - just lovely.

[@KABITH0888]

Yanis the teacher. How proud Simon must be. 😊

[@rastlin225]

Don’t forget to metal detect the dirt floor in the basement before you cover it with concrete. No telling what could have been dropped or fallen through the original floor boards.

[@juliedavis3575]

Another wonderful video of men working hard. The convent is amazing.

[@vannessa2173]

It's great seeing how you guys work very well together and have fun while you are working. Thanks for sharing. We look forward to watching every morning. From Queensland Australia 🇦🇺 ❤️

[@victoriasmith8814]

Love the cellar’s stonework-beautiful under natural light!

[@tammiebellew8873]

That old fridge was probably a cheese aging box. Definitely fitting to have one. Maybe once you get it cleaned up. Have an artisan cheese maker come give a class, then you can make an age cheese for events at the convent to go with all the vine.

[@amyvetter1830]

Yanis used to be so shy about saying let's crack on, now he is coaching Simon. "LET'S Crack on!!"

[@martnkimm]

The whole time I've been watching this demo I've been screaming: "Cut it into smaller pieces!!" Thank goodness you finally heard me!

[@MelisaShannon-ii8oz]

The basement is awesome! Love the stone walls.

[@mrsgab56gillianbates45]

I am amazed how hard you guys are working real men with a purpose to crack on and not let anything get in your way of the love you have in restoring this building

[@frederickbootland1781]

A wine shop we visited in France had a glass floor section. You could look down to an illuminated wine cellar below and it looked beautiful. It also gave natural light to the cellar from above

[@hollym-hopefilledhistory]

The team work, genuine friendship, and family is what truly makes this a beautiful project. Praying that the Lord continues to bless I all that you do! Take care and be safe!

[@mreed71]

Your Dad is amazing in how he keeps up with everyone.

[@marymerrill1612]

Maybe you could install a clear plexiglass panels in the floor to let light in.

[@nicolinavincelli9369]

I must say that Yanis, Simon and your dad are great workers. Love that they all have a sense of humor, till next time, Crack on. :)

[@peterschano9248]

Hi, I am Peter from Tokyo! I am watching your videos for 2 years now! In regard to the floor renovation: considering the pretty cellar becoming bright & beautiful, why not making the new floor “transparent”, meaning put in some spots (sort of), where the cellar beneath will remain illuminated…! Just an idea! “Crack on” with your beautiful project !!

[@lindacushing7780]

It's sad about the floor 😢 and a wonderful crew working on the beautiful convent.

[@sharonheron7559]

Loving the way Yannis’ confidence is growing and we see more of his sense of humour! 😂Hard work done well by all 🎉

[@risireynolds6881]

My heart was in my throat when Mick was walking those beams! You are 4 of the hardest working men I have seen. Crack on.

[@thewilliamseswonderfulworld]

That floor is something else. Glad you took up the concrete to fix it.

[@thomascherry8155]

I love the look of the cellar

[@scottfoster6951]

Simon is such a great mentor for Yanis. And, your dad is absolutely amazing! You are so lucky to have those genes. One last thing, how much wait have you lost? Looking very trim.

[@deebowker768]

Mick is amazing for his age. He’s a great example of ‘using it not to lose it’. Great team work.

[@ShipCreek]

If that room is the dining room, then a glass floor looking down into the cellar would be excellent. I enjoyed seeing the sunshine into the cellar.

[@robertjohnson4778]

be interesting to somehow keep the natural light in that part of the basement by keeping it open some how maybe a iron rail. around, as the dinning room is so large the space would not be missed.

[@meganhall1306]

The basement looks so different flooded with light xxx💕💕💕

[@anniestroklund2442]

I ❤ the humor of Simon & Yanes!😂

[@sherilynl4038]

ohmygosh!! thank goodness you pulled up that flooring instead of just building on top of it

[@3_3645]

I need a Yanis to help my little house. He's a hard working fella. Certainly has learned a lot from the master carpenter. Would like to see how Simon's house is doing. When do basements have a floor below it? What is down below? Putting cement ontop of wood is surprising, as well as seeing sand and soil on top of flooring tiles. I guess there wasn't for thougt . There must have been a coal bin somewhere? Or was it all wood fire heated? Always new discoveries

[@lindamitman4538]

The team of Mick, Simon and Yanis sure know how to get it done. Nice work team

[@pamelawright1369]

Thank you for sharing your hard work😊

[@donnaargo5377]

Janis is such a hard worker, you have a great team around you.

[@lisajahn6839]

Excellent episode! The best part of a treasure hunt is the hunt itself! Thank you all! Be well, stay safe all. 😊❤👍🥳🎉

[@debracooney3428]

WOW just Wow 😮. Basement looks so different !

[@johnje4285]

I am amazed at the thickness of the concrete they laid on the floor

[@myriammoquin2684]

Very well chosen opening music

[@normhowes2975]

Yanis is a one man wrecking crew! Great work to everybody.

[@jaydesilva6752]

Billy, you should do some sections of glass floors or openings to keep the natural light coming through.

[@robbiemoriarty7499]

So glad you caught this problem. The convent appears to be so sturdy in most cases.

[@jaydee5022]

I don't which was better - Yanis goading Simon to say Let's crack on or Yanish lurching up through the floor! Great stuff.

[@flowergarden8776]

Billy it would be nice to have a glass floor in the space you've just removed, to let light into the below area and show case the history of the cellar, and the wonderful pointed walls when done. Just a thought

[@jimaustin9981]

WOW! I was stationed in England for 4 years. I just loved the history of Europe. This is a great show. Keep it up cuz you now have a new fan.

[@juliekeys1880]

The men work so hard their Fantastic.👍

[@bdgies2721]

I know time is always a consideration, but it would have been interesting to have Simon run his metal detector over the basement rubble. There might have been little things fallen through the original floor before the concrete was poured.

[@BA-ef4pr]

Papa Mick on the joists like a cat. I'm still hoping you all find a treasure!

[@irishpiecute]

Wow I’m glad u found the rotten floor now 💙🇬🇧

[@zeenatbaer138]

Hey Billy you all make such a great team .. and your dad is phenomenal ! Also have you thought about incorporating some lead lights into the replacement floor to let some natural light into that basement area, bit like with the kitchen ceiling back at your chateau.. but smaller... 😊

[@marysell6184]

Another day of amazing progress! Well done! Thanks for another great video, Billy! It is interesting to see the basement via the natural light. It does not seem so spooky. LOL!

[@jennifermeintjes7971]

With the floor up you can decide if you want to replace part of the upper floor with glass panels to give a view into the basement when the upper floor is in use .

[@scottburbridge3170]

i keep re-watching Yanis come through the floor to see if i'm frightened, though i'm just not !!! ❤ i think all of the floor should come up, and be replaced with GlassWalk™ Structural Glass Floor Panels ! the basement is so gorgeous with light pouring through.❤❤❤

[@deborahhymer9315]

Love how yall clean as you go. The in ground refrigerator is awesome.

[@steventaylor4159]

It would be pretty cool if you make the floor out of thick glass cleaned up the floor beams and put some lighting in the basement to give it a cool light fixture with some wine storage.

[@KD-fn5xi]

Yanis is a little powerhouse , he's so cute !

[@AnnaMarieKenward]

The basement would make a fabulous bar area. You could have a glass ceiling with lights etc.

[@carolfaberpeake857]

So much more work done! 🎉🎉🎉

[@susanpera2131]

I just love Simon and Yanis together! So funny.

[@geralddowling4794]

Another great video , what a fantastic team Simon and Yanis are, Simon looks like a member of a 70's glam rock band at the end