THE CHATEAU DIARIES: A Chateau in Full Bloom!

[@tatianafarthing9936]

I just love how gentle Selmar is with his dog, Diesel. he picked him up and carried him like a child. So sweet!

[@h8692]

Lucky the woman he weds!

[@sarahpenna262]

Tatiana Farthing Like the 'good shepherd ' . Beautiful image and testament to Selmar's caring nature

[@radicalmama135]

I just adore him picking up his sweet baby doggie!! love that! sweet doggie - sweet selmar!!

[@Joanie-o5l]

Selmar melts my heart 🙂

[@Lisa-sp5if]

We need to find Selma a good woman.

[@lrlasvegas6427]

I'm convinced Selmar never has a bad hair day.

[@h8692]

I adore him!!

[@barbibutton9619]

Or a bad DAY!! HES JUST WONDERFULLY PLEASANT. Why am I yelling, lol? 😃

[@ccmarcum]

How can you tell? Sorry, just kidding........;-)

[@lrlasvegas6427]

@@barbibutton9619 Lol, you are too funny... AGREED!

[@elisabethlinz4256]

His hair looks like Robert Plant's.... doesn't it?

[@tinetkkr6041]

I'm officially addicted to this channel! I admit it without any hesitation! And to Michael's channel as well. What a joy in lockdown!

[@zumaberg]

I’m addicted and obsessed 🏰

[@vrd555]

I don't find Michael's channel as entertaining somehow!!! although I like it when he's with Stephanie on hers... he hasn't got mummy or selmar lol..

[@seu6238]

Same

[@seu6238]

Vanessa Duff yes moi aussi

[@hectorbrown656]

Vanessa Duff I definitely agree with you , I have been a fan of Stephanie since her first blog and even though Michael is very good Stephanie is the best most original . Maureen

[@CG-gm8fe]

I hope Selma never leaves.....he is even photogenic when he's been working outdoors.

[@chantalpinsonneault1299]

That's exactly what I've been thinking for weeks now!

[@reddragon8]

Ian is a star. He gets soo much done and he always manages to have a great attitude about it. Love the banter between him and Steph.

[@TheBabs000]

Selmar is a National Treasure!! 🌸💰🌿

[@kellylaliberte548]

I was thinking that they should convince Selmar to stay on. He's a delight!

[@barbibutton9619]

Yes because I find, when I lose my glasses, I can't see to look for them lol

[@vrd555]

and i strangely am attracted to his flouncy shirts and tight trews!!!!!!

[@chrislewis6574]

It gives me goose bumps as your milestones are met and progress is made. I bought a 95 yr old house last year, somewhat old by U.S. measures; and I know I’d have the same excitement reaching milestone of repair. Thank you for sharing the journey with us!

[@lianegordon971]

Selmar carrying Diesel in the woods. We have all been there. Little dogs with little legs, soon get very tired from walking so far. I laughed and laughed. Memories of long walks made longer by our heavy doggy loads. But they will not be left behind! Lots of love to you all.

[@barbibutton9619]

He's a good doggy dad, isn't he?

[@shirleybreijer215]

@Elizabeth Gregg lo

[@shirleybreijer215]

@Elizabeth Gregg op

[@jillgreene9225]

Ill have to watch till the end to see the Heart-warming scene Selmar carrying Diesel... i love pups🐶

[@THX3811]

Hi Stephanie, congratulations on reaching the $10k target! I'm so glad you've thought to make a cushion from one of the tea towels that I sent you (I doubt the others would work). I found it when I was clearing out my patents house and I immediately thought of you and your love of blue and white. My grandfather used to work at the Blackstaff linen mill in Belfast and I believe that is where the tea towels came from. Look forward to seeing the finished result!!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Oh James I’m so delighted you’ve told me the tea towel was from you! There was an unfortunate incident a few months ago when I opened gifts just before going on holiday. All of the cards and packaging were put aside for me to write thank you notes on my return, and when I came back I found they’d been used as kindling! Admittedly my pile may not have been the neatest, and others didn’t realise it was precious 😂 I absolutely love the tea towels and this one is my favorite. I can barely bring myself to use it, so it has to become a cushion! Thank you so much ❤️

[@marymcandrew7667]

Ah I thought it looked like a nice linen! You can tell by the 'bounce' it has. Lovely towel, I wish I had one too, I'd make a cushion too!

[@THX3811]

@@TheChateauDiaries You're so very welcome! The chaise lounge in the kitchen would be the perfect place for it! ❤

[@karinbergman1646]

💗

[@aislinghmixedmedia]

Great idea. Beautiful tea towel

[@OnlyLoveCan38]

Selmar is a gem! You all are a light in these dark times! I loved the montage.

[@lynnpetti3817]

This is always so wonderful. Reading the comments, one realizes you don’t just have subscribers, you have friends. Thousands. You make it so personal and welcoming. All of you are delightful.

[@dcbeez5956]

I like reading the comments as well as much, they often fill my heart with joy 🙏👏😄🇦🇺

[@charleswalker1185]

As a former landscaper, I too have heralded the arrival of dirt!! Such Joy d' soil!!

[@janicew9]

One thing I love about this channel is how often you show your connections to the community. It's heartwarming and fun to see the local gardener, breadmaker, handyman etc all contribute! Where I live box stores and corporations are considered gods, but I much prefer the community connection ☺

[@heatherc1783]

janicew9 Here here! I feel the same!

[@aprilbattern8248]

As a gardener I completely understand the pile of soil and manure being a beautiful sight!

[@laurawatkins9399]

I just experienced the thrill of opening my Countess postcard while watching this video! It still smells amazing and Michael's photo is a treasure. Thank you, Stephanie!

[@davidlalande]

Love this channel! The Patreon’s are amazing and we have hit $10,000 a month! Congrats on your well deserved success. We are all here rooting for you.

[@sarahburton3110]

So very happy 💜☀️😁

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thank you so much David!!!! You’ve been so generous ❤️

[@svg7335]

I actually LOVED the silent walk with just the lovely music! Well done!!

[@bonniebriggs6925]

The garden is coming along beautifully. The roses and peacock picture is heavenly artwork!!

[@Rochelny]

Oh the pink writing is so challenging to read

[@THX3811]

I was going to say the same thing!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Yes, sorry, I’ll change the colour in future!

[@Natalie-hg3gh]

@@TheChateauDiaries I was thinking you could put a background color behind the text? Just white or black would do the trick! Or even slightly transparent if you didn't want to totally cover the vid under! You got this!

[@matheusasmarques]

How much the chateau changed in thhis period. Well done, Stephanie ❤️

[@kimberlynewsom9876]

I actually loved the b-roll footage with the music!! Possibly even more than had we seen it with sound, it was just so idyllic. I loved watching you all starting to walk down the path - what a lovely little family you make. And I loved the shot of Selmar in the middle of the trees just looking up at the canopy.

[@barbibutton9619]

That is why Selmar must never leave and Percy, Maddie and our Gerry need to come home!💙💚❤️

[@kimberlynewsom9876]

@@barbibutton9619 couldn't agree more! Plus I think Selmar giving tango lessons to guests is a great idea and activity for the chateau!!! I miss ballroom dancing and Selmar looks like a great teacher and I'd love to tango with him!!

[@karenpowell2828]

I was thinking the exact same thing! It was brilliant!

[@JoannaLouise200]

It's magical seeing the gardens taking shape, and I love the plans and ideas for the next stages...there's always something exciting to look forward to at Lalande!

[@clarefriend1376]

Oh the laughter! Your videos gives me such joy. We are still in lockdown until June 12. (Michigan) the montage worked but I miss the laughter. Diesel needs a stroller. The shot of Selmar carrying him was priceless.

[@juliemackey8907]

I’m buying myself an Albertine rose it’s going to grow up my Victorian house Thank you Stephanie and mummy

[@18daisydoll65]

Julie Mackey is Albertine a David Austin rose?

[@juliemackey8907]

I believe so

[@yatabazah]

Hey, the montage was an excellent editing device.

[@jillipepper5353]

Thor was so excited to see the dirt arrive😂🤣😂🤣. Congratulations on reaching your goal.🥰🙋🏼

[@karinbergman1646]

Thor is really keeping an eye on things! I loved his alert calls with the dirt arrivals. Also at one point he was up on the stone wall pillar, just staring at Stephanie for the longest time. It was like he was saying, "what are you doing, crazy girl, making such activity and taking our quiet away! What is next!?" 💗⚜️💗

[@francetellier7489]

the walk through the forest was beautiful, you should all repeat it, this time with sound. It looked magical

[@charleswalker1185]

I enjoyed the pantomime, fun was in the air...love your blooms...and Dan will help to cause your dreams to reality...

[@noellaq8056]

It’s a Big Day at Lalande, with the huge load of dirt arriving .... 😅 Whew!! it will have to be brought to the other side .... the garden is going to look wonderful over time. Mummy’s idea of you bringing over the first wheelbarrow-full of dirt was brilliant. You did a great job, Chatelaine. I like the image of Selmar watching from a distance ..... The picnic Montage was great. Selmar carrying Diesel like a baby. Aren’t our pets sweet ... Thank you for showing us the roses, especially Albertine.

[@patbowman6723]

In my mind and heart I am in heaven right now. A week in the chateau with dirt and flowers. It couldn't make me happier.

[@bradley2492]

I LOVE THIS Family and watching the episode's of Chateau Lelande 💛💚💙

[@bigboy77dk]

Wow, the gardens are comming along quickly 😃

[@karolapokladnik356]

You, lovely Lady of the Chateau deserve everything and more! Your dedication, your 'Joie de vivre', and your knowledge and preservation of the history is commendable! I can only contribute by watching your videos over and over again! ~k Congratulations!

[@janetteheitz5299]

That was a good one. Your walk in the woods with the music put tears in my eyes.

[@sevahnmerian6856]

Mine too💜

[@gailvandenberg546]

Dear Stephanie, you just glow when you're working in the kitchen and delightful Isabel is filming you. I think it is the sparkling relationship you two have. Such fun to watch. The montage was lovely--Antoine teasing you with a weed. Thank you for sharing your lovely lives there in France with we who are still limited in our outings. It is such fun to join you on your outings.

[@michellehaynes1004]

Congratulations on your patron target , I really wish I could become a patron but at the moment the only way I can support you is to watch your Chanel and rewatch my favourite episodes. I think I’m going to have croissants for breakfast now myself.im glad you have Ian back working on the chateau.the Lalande woods look so beautiful it’s such a magical place,,a complete package inside and out. I love the peacock sounds in the background, even gardening would be magical at your beautiful chateau. Thank you so much for sharing your magical beautiful chateau . Best wishes from 🇦🇺

[@Jayrose59]

Hi Michelle from Wellington, New Zealand. I think that even your desire to contribute is much appreciated. These are strange times that we live in. This is a lovely community.

[@michellehaynes1004]

Jill Scott thanks so much for your kind words, I love that this one place has made so many people so happy in these crazy times. Take care

[@TheChateauDiaries]

💛💛💛

[@jasondeeley797]

The gardens are starting to look fantastic, you all must be so happy, Jason from England

[@TheBrewsuzannes]

I just love seeing you live your life and transform your home!

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Soon the lake will return! I can feel it in my bones! Congratulations on hitting the target!

[@DH-pq2ud]

Nothing more exciting for a gardener to see stunning transformations with just hard work. Makes my heart sing.

[@bridgetcooper6331]

Selmar is a hard worker! Much respect,

[@DeborahScotts153]

I’m really enjoying meeting new and lovely people on the vlogs now that lockdown restrictions are lifting! ❤️

[@chrissih4046]

THANK YOU, all Patrons 🙏🏽

[@lurveit]

I unfortunately truly can't afford to be a patron at the moment but a huge applause and thank you from us other fellow viewers for all your kindness! 👏👏👏😭 I absolutely love watching these videos and it's just so exciting watching the projects happen right before our eyes. Much love & thanks to each of you!! 💛

[@michelerandall123]

GLAD THINGS ARE GOING WELL! Ian is doing a wonderful job. The montage turned out great. I thought it was heart touching and caring when Selmar carried Diesel because he was getting tired during the walk. And I thought it was funny when Antoine kept touching Steph's hair with the weed, lol. I hope you get get Isabell's wonderful load of earth to the garden before the rain comes, which is much heavier and harder to move wheel barrows. Speaking from experience. I always look forward to your Chateau family & friend adventures. Have a wonderful day! :-)

[@Leebearify]

Selmar...you are a true love. Thank you for carrying little Diesel so he could rest. !!

[@chrissih4046]

I think Diesel, Crot-Crot, Thor & family, the roosters & chickens, Ruby and the humans here are all fabulous, especially young Antoine - such a very well-mannered & lovely young man! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@chrislarsen2684]

Selmar saves the day with the glasses!!! :)

[@dianegriffith3006]

Oh mummy, I so relate..finding your glasses, hurray! Best to have several reading glasses all around your home :)

[@letitiahansford307]

The picture of the roses and Thor should be on IG and P- soooooo beautiful.

[@MsLinda165]

Precisely my thought!

[@Leebearify]

So agree, I would love a print of that...with Thor of course !! and Albertine is on my list for the fall. Thank you !!

[@ruthpabellon4366]

Wow Stefanie love the rose climbing on the wall of the chateau! 😍 I think something like that would look great on the terrace walls as well. The chateau is looking idyllic. I'm so happy you and your mom.♥️

[@JeanineMarieCompassion]

This is my favorite channel! Love the Chateau and in my dreams I am there!

[@kimclarke5018]

We all wait in anticipation of yours and Michael’s new released videos. You both are very busy this week with numerous projects. You are indeed lucky to have fresh croissants for breakfast.

[@heatherdunleavy5551]

Beautiful walk. Wonderful that you have reached another milestone.

[@OrangevayaMysh]

Every time i see your giant cutting(baking?) board i marvel at it

[@karinbergman1646]

I love that board! I wish I could find one like it! 💗

[@beabasson3132]

A HUGE thank you to YOU, Stephanie!!

[@yasminedey8612]

Loved the fantastic news and how thinks are moving on and getting done, as well as your funny montage and especially Antoine teasing you, lol! 😂

[@vanessaschofield7927]

I am addicted as well the chanel allows us to escape metaphorically thankyou stefanie

[@willyboi708]

Stephanie et maman, It's has been one of those days, so once I got home and saw that there was a new upload from Lalande, I was so happy! Your joy is contagious, and so, my day has finished very happily. Congrats on the $10,000 goal. Can't wait to see the transformation. Thank-you for making my day as well as the days of others. I miss France so desperately, and I can visit through you. A très bien tôt, Will

[@karinbergman1646]

How wonderfully exciting! There is so much work going on at Chateau LaLande, it will soon seem like a new place! The gardens are looking especially pretty. The walk montage was lovely. I enjoy seeing little Diesel in on the activities. Love to LaLande, 🙏🏻💗⚜️💜⚜️💗🙏🏻

[@MultiYoda69]

alright I have watch probably 100 of your vlogs now, out of order, and I have come the the conclusion that your mother is one of the most delightful people on Planet Earth!!!!

[@sl4202]

Antoine was hilarious when the mail arrived! Such enjoyment ❤

[@Burbankelly]

I actually loved the montage with music! Congratulations on the funds for the water fountain and the garden is looking amazing! We are still rooting for Selmar to become a La Lalande fixture!

[@stephanieschuh-athorp2086]

We all suffer together when something is lost!

[@allenpiniol224]

I’ve never seen a woman so excited about gravel. Love you Stephanie!

[@dmz3230]

Cant wait to see the courtyard design!😍

[@oldheadcook]

I was going to say “ MY HAPPY PLACE❣️”

[@monicah892]

Love your channel ❤, you are all a delight. Loved watching Selmar carry his beloved dog diesel with such tenderness, he is a treasure xx

[@CharlieEire82]

Amazing progress being made in the garden. Nobody could accuse any of you of being work shy that's for sure. Congratulations on hitting another target. Well done to all the patrons 👏

[@monicack523]

OH .....THANK GOODNESS !!! The courtyard.... ☺️ Your patrons are the best !!!!! 🌺⛲️🌺🦚

[@shellrock5294]

Everybody needs a Selmar!!x

[@belindagreen8267]

It's very odd how excited I get watching renovations happen at a chateau that's thousands of miles away from me ! :)

[@daniellereid01]

I look every time I watch to see if your subscribers are mounting, and am so delighted to see that they are! You so deserve it. You also deserve to keep Salmar full-time for all of the amazing things he is doing xox

[@dcbeez5956]

Mommy is great with the camera ❗, Mommy never fails to impress ✔️✔️✔️💕😄🇦🇺🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@wileenolasiman1387]

The montage was lovely, especially the scene with you all laughing in the woods while you were eating your bread. 😊 Congratulations on hitting your target! 🎉🎊

[@izby2652]

Seeing that pile of dirt being dropped reminds me of my own piles of compost and woodchip I have dumped on the old carriage drive section of our drive. Every year in late winter we finished using both piles and I think finally, I can have the drive back and can walk the straight line to the old carriage house/stable/shed...thing- but nooooo, we need more beds and more mulch and more compost. It's resulted in the carriage drive becoming less flat and weedier. One day I'll get it back and won't have to weave my way around them. On the upside, I'm slowly replacing a .31 acre lot of grass to lovely flowerbeds full of blooms and fruit and wildlife! :-)

[@bethlowe4296]

I am thrilled to hear you have met your $10,000 mark. I cannot wait to see what lovely changes you can make with this additional income source. Today, I was very busy doing chores that have been on hold for 8 weeks and in the middle of the hardware store I hear your ding and opened my phone where I read your news. I shouted loud Hurrah, and almost hugged Bill who helps me with my hardware issues. I sat in the car and immediately watched your video. I laughed out loud at Isabelle’s loosing her glasses, since this has become a recurring problem for me, as well. Hugs to all at LaLande.

[@northangel30leather6]

Well, I thought the music during the walk made an absolutely lovely change. Not that we don't want to hear what you're saying but it was so magical especially in the fern forest with Selmar looking reflectively calm gazing at the trees! He is such a lovely guy, everyone in the comment section in love with him! Splendid video as always Stephanie and love to all. x

[@AnnaEmert]

Love the montage. Thank you! It is because of you I learned I had bluebells in my front yard.

[@catsinhouse]

Ian always has the most cheerful smile plus he is such a thoughtful and caring individual. Does fine work, too. Selmar must have done a double-take seeing eyeglasses in the rose bed. I would love to have an artist's cabin in your woods with all the ferns about and the lovely canopy overhead with the sounds of the stream. Bliss!! My childhood home was rural next to deep old growth woods. It was so beautiful, a magical place and with a stream. All, I do mean ALL, gone now even the stream. I can't bear to go back to see the latest carnage done there. (My home that my parents built and lovingly cared for was torn down - I am bereft.) Cherish your woods and keep them magical and an oasis of green calm.

[@Engelhafen]

That Ian is quite the craftsman - great work

[@jilljensenliving]

I am loving these vintage episodes. You started out giving everything you had to LaLande. Fate stepped in took off like a rocket. You deserve every bit of success. In addition, youve opened rhe door to showing all of us restorers what is possible! Now youve got your husband to be. I adore the entire family. All the best!!! ❤

[@duckymomorocks]

St. Anthony has never let us down! 💝

[@melissalynn6496]

17:16 the glow of light around Mummy's face

[@lindab8397]

You should do the montage with music again Stephanie. Was really beautiful …… and a change … lovely music well chosen . 👍👍👍

[@suecalvert1679]

Another great day watching your progress. The Albertine rose was so so beautiful!

[@darlabrock1570]

Selma can never leave he needs an apartment there as well...

[@ccmarcum]

Selmar

[@aleta5873]

@@ccmarcum just who is he? Family? i just started watching and don't know the history...thank you.

[@ccmarcum]

@@aleta5873 He was a volunteer worker from Belgium who seems able to do anything and is incredibly charming and amenable. I just keep correcting the misspellings of his name, since Selma is a female name. The best is the capital R on the end of Selma, so it is more noticeable. I think he has quite a fan club by now.

[@theresasmm1958]

I loved the montage! Selmar carrying Diesel was heartwarming.

[@bejaje11]

Selma is a great handyman to have around. The garden is looking lovely.

[@kimcrofoot8517]

This is my THIRD viewing of this particular episode, having seen every single episode once, and many of them twice. Could I possibly have an addiction? 😆😆😆

[@cathymoore2377]

I could watch your vlog when it is live but prefer to save it for the evening when I can watch it just before I go to bed. I always have wonderful dreams about the adventures you and your family have at the chateau.❤️

[@nadinenichols7394]

Gorgeous! So beautiful to see the garden aesthetics unfolding. The chateau will finally have the fairytale entrance it deserves! Congratulations on reaching your target Your vlogs are a delight, thank you xx

[@carolynyoung3615]

Antoine very funny teasing Stephaine with the grass. 😆

[@lesliecarnes8775]

Beautiful job on the base boards! Congratulations! Ten Thousand Dollars!

[@evelynbyrd4961]

O! This is the BEST, ever. It's springtime at lalande, yay! It's so nice to see Ian again and smiling too. Bread man came, after Ian brought crosants and buns, yum yum. We just found that my mother is allergic to tomatoes, pineapple...pure torture if you have degenerative arthritis.....the acid!! Two years ago, a large piece of plaster fell at the balcony door, from the ceiling. Today, I went to home depot, a diy store, bought board, screws, sticky mesh, all purpose joint compound, and went to work, got it done and found this new vlog. Now the compound must dry out and be sanded, then kiltz it. Dan is here and working. Is that Bernard? Best wishes for summer and mummy's garden. Thor is at 'em again. Congradulations on your donations!!

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Yes, that was Bernard 😊

[@vincentlebeau1014]

I absolutely love your Chateau Diaries! I have watched them all :-) I am myself originally from the the Loire Valley (Chinon) and currently living in Ireland...you're doing an amazing job and I am so happy that they are people like you to take care and bring back to life these beautiful chateaux. Thank you Stephanie, bises

[@h8692]

Thank you for another wonderful video! The walk in the woods with mummy and the leaves and the cows was like heaven!!!!

[@milagroguardiola7150]

Those cows are beautiful

[@bon037]

Hats off to Ian the builder. I wish I had a builder like that! Stephanie you are so blessed with the people who surround you. They are all such characters and such lovely people! Like you. I so enjoy your channel! Thank you.

[@trishradloff8817]

Very cute Montage. Selmar and Diesel are so darn adorable. Antoine teasing Stephanie was so fun. Such a charming young Man.

[@izzy1563]

Bread delivery! Bread and dirt. Like mana from heaven. How wonderful. I need to see if I can get bread delivered here. France is so wonderful.

[@donnaterry9073]

The walk was beautiful with the music added. Such a Happy mistake .

[@barbibutton9619]

Loved the music as well, Stephanie...fitting

[@SamVekemans]

Please show what the court yard currently looks like so there can be a before and after of it. It's lovely to see the garden transforming, thanks for sharing!

[@vintagemoss9578]

Janis here. This is so wonderful!!!! It's so much fun to watch the progress. The excitement is palpable.Selmar is so talented. He's doing an amazing job. Its also great to see our favorite carpenter Ian. Not to mention your new gardener is Aces!!! I can't wait to see how everything comes together. 😄🇨🇦