She Never Lived to See It Complete: Abandoned 13th C. Romance Castle

[@CallmeMeljustMel]

Oddly enough, I keep waiting to hear Danny politely interjecting, "If I may, I'd like to get a closer look at the hand carved details on the front of this cabinet..." Danny then zooms in on the priceless antique. Love your work, Lesley. Always have and always will. The absence of Danny stings a bit. You two were an amazing team! Upward and onward. I hope only the best for you both. Thank you for another fabulous exploration of this amazing French castle.

[@paulamariestargazer9774]

@@CallmeMeljustMel wait,...they stopped working together??

[@CallmeMeljustMel]

@paulamariestargazer9774 Danny has been MIA in the last handful of explorations. Another commenter on a different video stated that they're no longer working together. I suspected so, yet I also sincerely hope that I, as well as the other commenter, are wrong.

[@kathleenstanley6751]

I loved Danny's comments! That sucks! I've been wondering if Lesley decided Danny challenged him too much on some things and it bothered him? Danny would say, "No, I think that's a ___", you know? I always thought that Lesley was professionally gracious when being corrected by his friend. Oh, I hope that's not the case. Egos are so fragile. I wish Lesley would respond to the question of "WHERE'S DANNY??"

[@SamOoms]

@@kathleenstanley6751he has responded in detail in last weeks video.

[@BrosOfDecay]

To give you a bit of context, Danny and I have been exploring together for around four years, sharing some truly incredible adventures during that time. But life is never stagnant-beautiful chapters come and go. I will always look back on our journey with love and gratitude, cherishing everything we created together. That said, I believe this decision is the right one for both of us. Just as Bros Of Decay evolved when my brother Jordy and I parted ways a few years ago. Over the years, many amazing people have been part of the channel, and I’m excited to introduce new faces in the future. I hope you’ll all understand and continue to join me on this journey. Here’s to bringing you even more incredible adventures from around the world, alongside more inspiring people. Happy New Year, my lovely community! ❤️

[@ninamosha]

I will begin this comment by saying thank you (Lesley and Leslie) for taking us on this grand tour. I can't imagine how seeing this and touching its beauty made you feel. Just an experience of a lifetime. These places seem to somehow carry us back to our own roots. I've watched all of your explorations time and again I share your explorations especially of the castles with many whom I know. My family are great fans. It's my opinion that while you take us on these explorations it brings out the very best of your inner exploration skills. You are fairly glowing with happiness as you introduce the fine details. The art in this place is just beautiful the painting of the pansy flowers just a wonder to my eyes personally and that's just one of my favorite things about this. There are just too many antiquities in this place for me to comment on or else my comment would be longer than it already is. I can see why the owner of this place wanted to restore it while I too am very sad, she didn't get to finish imagining how she felt while she was restoring it must had been the fondest times of her days. Just the beauty she left behind makes it all worthwhile. Now if someone would take notice of this grand castle and finish restoration that was started and first dedicate it to the owner and then put it to good use for museum quality this would be an outcome, we would all want to see happen. Thank you for our tour today and the older gentleman reading the letter, very nice touch. Bravo'

[@lorirev2040]

A historian needs to video this place & date the artifacts, so many amazing pieces!

[@ThePixilator]

Oh My Gosh, You did NOT just insert a mini "period play" into this video of the Great Grandfather! Wow, this is way above the normal standard of a Bros of Decay video! Great Job guys!!! 😄

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you we are trying out some new things and this came to my mind this week :D

[@ThePixilator]

@BrosOfDecay I'm a long time follower and fan.

[@BrosOfDecay]

That is awesome to hear, we are going to try out a lot of new things in the future 🙏🤭

[@rarelyobscure]

❤

[@isobellmonqueef8056]

@@BrosOfDecaythis was a wonderful edition to your great videos

[@consortiumxf]

I just found your channel a few days ago - I LOVE the insert of the grandfather writing at the desk. It really helps visually capture a snippet in a brief moment of this castle's very long history. Wonderful.

[@katiebedore1216]

By far the best. I didn’t want it to end. Amazing job showcasing this phenomenal place.

[@libertygiveme1987]

The Wallcovering in the Livingroom area is just BEAUTIFUL!!!! Also LOVE the Drawings on the Ceiling. The Chapel, WOW, that is my FAVORITE!!!! And the pictures together, those are called "The Stations of the Cross." The Statue of "The Blessed Mother", that's "The Woman Clothed With The Sun". LOVE the Dining Room with the Gorgeous Chandelier!!!! The Black and White Clawfoot Tub, WOW!!!! The Murals are INCREDIBLE!!!! I just CANNOT IMAGINE taking care of this place ALL BY MYSELF!!!! I'd have to have a Staff of at least 8 to help with everything!!!! May Miss Charlotte Rest in Eternal Peace. Thank-You Danny and Leslie, for taking us with you on your Journey!!!!

[@MsGroovy51]

The grandfather writing at the desk was incredible, I had to replay twice!

[@penelopemarshall6320]

Brilliant addition. 😊

[@BebeLanet]

That was my favorite part.

[@gillwyatt8103]

I have just read through most of the comments and many of your 'followers ' (including myself) would appreciate knowing what has happened to Danny,who,in my humble opinion, was an incredible videographer and added a great deal to your explores.

[@BrosOfDecay]

To give you a bit of context, Danny and I have been exploring together for around four years, sharing some truly incredible adventures during that time. But life is never stagnant-beautiful chapters come and go. I will always look back on our journey with love and gratitude, cherishing everything we created together. That said, I believe this decision is the right one for both of us. Just as Bros Of Decay evolved when my brother Jordy and I parted ways a few years ago. Over the years, many amazing people have been part of the channel, and I’m excited to introduce new faces in the future. I hope you’ll all understand and continue to join me on this journey. Here’s to bringing you even more incredible adventures from around the world, alongside more inspiring people. Happy New Year, my lovely community! ❤️

[@thelindazoo]

@@BrosOfDecayyou both were an awesome team. I will miss Danny! Thank you for your explanation Lesley ❤

[@annabelle_michelle]

@@BrosOfDecay understandble. I like the way this video was done so much. I wish Danny the best but this was very special. Long time viewer.

[@tessmcnamara9230]

heartbreaking to see it rotting away please someone restore this

[@ramona_rami5643]

A wonderful French castle! I love the tapestries and the paintings. So many artifacts you could only admire in a museum! Thank you, Lesley, for this great exploration!❣️

[@MsGroovy51]

I just died watching the lead-in of the castle from air with my favorite concerto in D (minor? or Major?) Awesome! This is the best-restored mansion I have seen YET! How horrible the lovely woman who gave everything she could for its restoration has passed. If there is any place that you might be able to move into and continue restorations, this one would be it! So much work has already been accomplished so beautifully! My only suggestion for all your great experiences amongst the old world would be to learn more about the artifacts that I so often see the camera scan past while I fall off my chair seeing such beautiful and well-renowned items, that many people simply call chochki's. Lladro, Royal Doultan, LeLeque, fine proclaim that is wafer thin from China, Beleek from Ireland, Waterford crystal, Italian hand blown art glass.... you are walking amongst treasures that I hate to see left behind to ruin. It breaks my heart, but I understand the importance of leaving things as they were left-if not in a little better situation by moving them out of the way of falling tiles to insure their longevity as long as possible. I often wish I was there in person to pick up a broom and sweep up floors, and better preserve what others are trashing. Can you imagine what could be achieved with a group of 50 people with brooms and rags and wheel barrows, cleaning up all the trash and leaving the sparking remains of these places?? I hope you are sending or sharing your videos with reservation groups from the areas where you are touring. I pray more restoration can take place like some you have unveiled!

[@ALittleFishintheKitchen]

This castle is absolutely beautiful, I wanted to see more 🙂 I bet the kitchen was in the basement area or maybe in another building entirely. All of the large old clocks were amazing throughout the place. I love how she was renovating the rooms, they looked so nice. I wonder if they did plan for it to be a hotel of some kind. The unfinished paintings did make me a bit sad, but it is good to see them shared for many people to see, that is a cool way to honor the memory of Charlotte. Amazing place, Lesley, thank you 💖💖

[@doloresroy8316]

This castle is incredible it is beautiful.

[@MsGroovy51]

Small desks are called Secretaries. Usually, a day desk for women to sit and write their letters as letter writing was the common way to communicate, party invitations, friendships, family updates, etc

[@carlashepherd9362]

This castle is gorgeous & grand! I love it & would definitely would live in it! How sad she didn’t live to finish the castle! Wonderful video as usual! 👍👍❤️✊🤘

[@lmk1966]

Beautiful Castle with all those beautiful old things and photos just beautiful loveeeeeee this video

[@MsThylacine]

Thanks so much for your ongoing Excellent content, never disappoints and sharing some of the most interesting combinations of Architecture, Design, History, Antiques, in Vintage to Ancient abodes- full of intrigue at least for me. Thanks and Happy 2025!

[@ZeWhiteRabbit8]

best youtube channel fr, it's like going to therapy every video

[@joyflupke345]

Weer genoten, ook zonder ondertiteling hoor Lesly ! Wat een Prachtig kasteel 😢 verdrietig dat ze is heen gegaan. Dank je wel ❤

[@WandaKernodle-dp2yd]

OM gosh! This is by far the most beautiful video I’ve seen so far 😊 my favorite is the tapestries. I can’t help but wonder how much it would take to buy it & then restore? Thanks again Leslie for bringing us yet another wonderful video. The way talk about it as you’re going through each room brings them all back to life and also the respect you show in my opinion the best exploration of abandoned places on UTUBE & I’ve checked out a lot but wind up turning them off & going back to yours. Thanks again, stay well & be safe

[@annabelle_michelle]

I loved this video so much. I like the film work and of course your explaining of everything yourself.

[@dhindarahmadhan2230]

Luar biasa, follow akun ini dari jaman covid 2019.. sekarang sudah ada audio bahasa Indonesia semakin baguss👍 semangat buat videonya 🙌

[@cocojo242]

Beautiful place, thank you for showing us this.

[@michellepark604]

Wow I love the black bathtub with the gold claws ❤

[@debbieedwards5267]

Soo amazing !! Thankyou for showing us. I hope it can stay preserved!

[@santacruzvali]

Que bien que ya esté en varios idiomas, pero la verdad me encanta escuchar tu voz❤😊 Saludos desde Monterrey México 🇲🇽

[@careyh38]

Oh a fantastic castle 🏰. Can't wait to see this beauty 🤩

[@BebeLanet]

Probably my favorite castle you've ever explored.

[@MsGroovy51]

Yes the price sticker on the horse shows that she was collecting things to enhance the restoration, which the baby carriage is as well. All the new upholsteries show she was restoring with authentic styles, but new materials

[@loriyack4749]

The best castle yet!! Happy New Year guys. Much love from Michigan 🇺🇸

[@peggylopez7197]

Really enjoyed watching this one so beautiful. It’s ashamed someone doesn’t finish it. It is worth saving. Beautiful history.

[@carolf2381]

What a fantastic video. Love every minute of it. ❤

[@PauletteBelshe]

Super job! Thank you for the explanation. I share your love of old places, once lived in, loved in and now a testament to humanity. Thank you for this wonderful channel!

[@laurelldockall2399]

Ohhhh my. What I wouldn’t do to see this place. Clean, polish and care for it. And France are where my Moms family came from. Thank you for sharing this with us. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ThePixilator]

And those chairs in the chapel with the padded tops are called kneelers. We use them to kneel and steeple our hands when praying.

[@Jayapullani]

It was wonderful to see the tour of this beautiful castle, of course very sad that the renovations were not completed. There are such fine details it is incredible to know the ideas and perfection in design that the owners of the castle thought of and aimed for. I hope one day someone is available and wealthy enough to take this castle on, it has grounds and medieval buildings beside it and could become a good hotel experience or visitor attraction, these beautiful castles should not be lost.

[@lea801]

What an epic find! Enjoyed it very much!

[@BrosOfDecay]

Thank you so much 😄😄🫶

[@denisewatson5295]

What a beautiful French castle 🏰. It is amazing 👏. Thanks for sharing it with us 😀. ❤❤

[@gigieckhart]

An absolutely stunning castle! Thank you for sharing, and taking us along with you!

[@suzyq555]

The chandelier in the dinning room is AMAZINGGGGGGG❤❤

[@Kimberly-r9p]

In the time I have watched your videos you have explored some stunning castles with beauty on the inside of them that to me is beyond words. This one was I can honestly say left me speechless every room truly were mastepeices. The chapel from the wall, ceiling and altar was so gorgeous.

[@user-cy6rq5kn2c]

Fascinating castle

[@melissakuipers7034]

Amazing. I enjoyed the premier so very much.❤

[@ssm9451]

This was an awesome video of an awesome castle. You are the best! Thank you.

[@barbaragravely920]

I am so bad . Heart strings pulled out. HAPPY NEW YEARS TO YOU LESLIE & DANNY & LESLEY Camera Lady PEACE & JOY 2025 I love your videos too.:)

[@alwaysthesleepless1]

What a magnificent castle. So much history left behind it is such a shame. I wonder who owns it now and why it is left to decay. Many thanks for a very interesting tour.

[@mariasara7659]

Leslie , leslie que bueno verte de nuevo y narrado en español , mi gusto por el dormitorio infantil ,el cochesito y el caballo balancin ,magnifico castillo y linda historia ,gracias 🇨🇱⚘❤🍼🐕

[@terrylichtenberg7618]

I love this castle and video, watching all the amazing antiques, but can't wonder if by showing this video and all that priceless antiques that thieves and vandalize wouldn't visit this place once they watch this video too, I would truly hate to see this happen

[@cindyblair1283]

You always show us such magical and historical places!! It’s overwhelming how you find such beauty but love it. You also take it with such pride and definitely with respect!! Thank you alway for sharing. Hope you had a wonderful and bless Christmas and have a wonderful 2025❤ Cindy🇺🇸

[@raymondberry2688]

Thanks Lesley, we really enjoyed watching it

[@Loliilaik]

Beautiful pictures of the old house

[@joangravel2436]

Thanks awesome place I enjoyed watching

[@betsvanjaarsveldt7039]

Baie dankie Lesley. Dit was baie mooi. N voorspoedige 2025 vir jou en jou helpers.

[@pipperywhippetsnippe]

Hi Lesley! Happy New Year from N.Z.! What an amazing place! Just wondering if you can improve the lighting at all? That is something that could change everything. Everything would have looked even better with some lighting.especially the chandeliers and tapestries etc. My favourite video of you was a castle in Italy? it had letters from tennents i think the date on it was 16 something.somebody who lived there was into collecting figurines especially religious looking statues.there was black mould in one of the bedrooms and a statue of jupiter? (or at least a guy with a winged helmet on it looked like brass) You are So respectful.thank you for taking us with you on your travels!🌍🏅🦜🐹❣😺

[@mightywind7595]

Loved the old man at the desk. Your cinematic abilities are top notch.

[@karengerken2679]

What's that soulless A.I Voice? We love your videos also for you and for hearing your voice . This is what makes it so special and unique. - please change it...Thank you ❤

[@Kimberly-r9p]

Thank you for sharing a stunning beautiful masterpeice,

[@MsGroovy51]

Beautiful old photos I would love to have. Such photos used to be common to find in antique stores and not so much anymore. The photographer would have to keep the shutter open for a long period (in our terms) like a minute, in order to clearly burn the image into the negative.

[@carolechiacchio4866]

A dream so beautiful sad she couldn't finish her work. Thanks! USA, NJ

[@ceniayepez9642]

Una belleza de castillo . Me gusto el video .

[@bobbieirwin9890]

Hi you are right the castle is just beautiful and gorgeous 😍 💖 and sad .

[@MsGroovy51]

WOW! They definitely had a winery of huge production but it is so CLEAN! Thats crazy!

[@BarbaraBeason-h8i]

This huge castle is extremely beautiful. May She Rest In Peace Blessings.

[@MrKhan-u9t]

Wow hands off to bros decay such an amazing work and interating content full of efforts really appericiated ❤

[@selvapereira996]

Amazing castle! Thank u so much Lesly we love your videos!!❤🎉🏰🥰

[@MsGroovy51]

How amazing that your visit there was probably exactly 100 years from some family happy events where they actually took pictures! Charlotte may have had something to do with your visit there!

[@DodonnaMark]

Beautiful memories and place..thank you for always showing the history..

[@sabrineg4286]

"وكم أهلكنا قبلهم من قرن هم أحسن أثاثا و رئيا "سبحان الحي الذي لا يموت.تراث رائع يجب المحافظة عليه .

[@gillwyatt8103]

Hi Leslie Thank you for your comprehensive reply to my comments earlier. I guess you are right - nothing stays the same in life! Good luck to you anyway whomever you should decide to work with. Gill 🇬🇧

[@BrosOfDecay]

Hey Gill don’t worry times change and people come and go, we can always appreciate the hundreds of videos with Danny. And I can assure you that you won’t be disappointed by what is to come!!

[@TheMarkanthony5]

My god if the family can't afford to finish off the castle, then have the decency to give it to the nation for heritage to open to the public so that it may be preserved. Disgraceful of the family and extremely selfish! Heritage like this can not be lost if open to the public it could earn its on keep

[@jrd3523]

France's government has sold so many historical places including its content. They do not care.

[@AI-rtysta]

A piece of interesting history shown.

[@rickyt3961]

Thank you Lesley for another amazing tour 🏰. following Danny as well.👍🏾😉

[@LisaTownsend-py4gb]

Thank you! I didn't understand the kitchen, but what an amazing castle.

[@jlopez3a]

This place is beautiful. I just wish these places could be saved!

[@copafun6061]

Simplesmente maravilhoso!!! Realmente insano!!!🤩👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@screwthecabal6453]

Simply amazing!

[@birgitk.5868]

Vielen Dank für das tolle Video ! 👍👍Schade wenn die Kinder und Enkel dieses wunderschöne Erbe nicht antreten !!

[@mariaestelasanchezserrarld4838]

Que hermoso castillo hojala hayan personas que continúen su renovación vale la pena darle nueva vida sin que pierda su esencia❤❤❤

[@jeannettegonzalez7907]

Hola. Hace un mes aproximadamente me encontre con este canal y me ha fascinado, asi que me suscribire y dare like. Desde Noruega mis saludos y mis mejores deseos. 😊

[@kat.herrera4]

Que bello lugar, ojalá lo restauren como museo.🏰

[@ilya_go5919]

Very good video. 🙂 Yeah sad, this woman deserved better life. I hope this place will be restored and have life again.

[@DreamLoversStudioofficial]

Thank you so much for sharing your information Love from Australia 🇦🇺 ❤

[@mamaluvify]

How Beautiful!!!!❤🎉🎉🎉😂😮😊 Hi leslie

[@isobellmonqueef8056]

What I don’t understand, is why the family wouldn’t want to preserve and protect? Why not crowd fund to get this castle renovated, to create opportunities for people to view the castle, and enjoy the castle, enjoy the region, bring business to the area of where the castle is? I just don’t understand it

[@lindan2836]

This ready to move in!❤

[@Lee.l-p6v]

What an astonishing house! Thank you again for the exploration to have that kind of money would be nice, I think😂😂

[@urbanexplorerchannel]

Very nice!

[@cynthismanning6397]

I would think France would have historic societies to protect these places?

[@corriehordyk3342]

They should. These places will never be built again. They are stunning and should be restored. Opened to the public.

[@diannaschmidt6545]

Taxes are ridiculous on abandoned properties.

[@aisharose2325]

Je vous remercie bcp pour la langue française, je vous suit, vous super bien!! Merci encore🌹🌹🌹👍👍👍

[@anjodewit4524]

Wauw wat een video weer. Bedankt

[@MsGroovy51]

It looks like a little bowl of beads that she may have used to restore certain crafts by needle. The oil painting art work is astonishing, as well as wall hangings like none I have ever seen before, in such good condition and color!

[@AnnMay-v8p]

Breathtaking!

[@Janieblueyes]

What a shame , this chateau would be a perfect film location. Magnificent 😔🐨💗

[@janek3099]

Excellent videos, a perfect man

[@Cleantopiallc]

@34:07 THAT CLOCK THOUGH! ❤it’s likely the basement was the staff living quarters and the kitchen was there. No need to put it in the main living area when you have servants to cook serve and clean

[@tonyajones2889]

Those benches against the wall before entering the chapel are called kneeling benches to pray 🙏 ❤absolutely stunning !! Who wouldn't want to purchase this estate ❤

[@MsGroovy51]

Therol top desk needs someone to take a dry paint brush and dust out the edges so it can continue to work. Awesome desk!

[@daurecinunes2872]

meu grande sonho é ver um castelo abandonado ❤

[@MsGroovy51]

Leaf print in the stone is a "FOSSIL". Created when the strong material that later became a rock, is fused with a shell or leaf or even animal bones, wood, etc. The rock to be soft, would likely have something to do with volcanic activity or clay, but I am not well versed on how fossils come about. Just that they are somewhat rare.