The Chateau Diaries: IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!

I'm reunited with all of the inhabitants of the Chateau de Lalande on my return from Lake Garda, and find that lots of exciting things happened in my absence - the chickens arrived and the fountain is ON!
Then I celebrate my birthday with everyone, and Tomaz arranges a party in the Grand Salon for us all...
The Chateau Diaries Episode 152 ✨🏰✨
Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ 🏰
This channel follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️
We show you what life is like in an ancient chateau in the heart of the French countryside, and the diy, renovations, crafts, cooking and gardening that are needed to bring a home like this to life!
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[@maryryan9597]

Oh I love when Mummy said to the chickens, Welcome to LaLande

[@aleta5873]

Mummy is so tender with the animals...esp. the chicks, hens, ..

[@TheresAGirlInTheGardens]

Such a gentle soul 🤍🤍

[@annagonzales8178]

And she asked if they’d be happy at LaLande...☺️

[@blueberry464]

She is so charming!

[@angeliaparish]

Selmer definitely looks incredible - that jacket!

[@annaibarra3447]

Oh he can pull off the most uniques colors in a man. 😍👌🏼

[@jmk1962]

It's in Netherlands orange, their national colour.

[@carolweaver3269]

@@tootsieb11 Never expected that ending! lol he truly does fit in and makes Lalande a little bit more glorious.

[@carlmellor2371]

@@carolweaver3269 bill in

[@carolweaver3269]

@@carlmellor2371 what?

[@zoofway]

omg selmarrrrrr "It's crazy what people do in their beds."

[@seanmcguire7974]

I picked on up that. Although I know he didn't mean anything by it, my mind went there lol

[@dttttt]

Possibly even stuff with tin foil!! LOL This video was so fun, wonderful window into everyone's personalities!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Selmar doing a slightly erotic tin foil dance and then ripping it off at the end was literally the best thing I've seen on the internet this year!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY STEPHANIE!!! xxx

[@amandagauthier-parker1399]

Happiest of birthdays to you, Stephanie!! You bring such joy to the world -- I hope your day is as joyful as you are!! 😘

[@shannonbailey8201]

The best fun ever I almost burst when Selmar snaps the tin foil 😂💜😂 the group’s energy is something happy birthday 🎂

[@hannahroberts6295]

Yes Shannon! I nearly lost breath laughing!

[@jenniferhill8233]

I was thinking, what is he doing with that foil?! :))

[@annaibarra3447]

It was so good! 🤣

[@TallieBear]

I found myself completely absorbed in this video! From the sound of falling water in the fountain, the soft rain outside, the beautiful chickens, the stunning dresses, the impromptu dancing in the kitchen, the snapping of foil (who knew tin foil could be so much fun!), and the room full of love and laughter, the video ended too soon. What a blessed life you have. Much love to you all at Lalonde. Thank you so very much for sharing your lives with us.

[@TatyanaValdaBelindaHill]

I love when Michael Potts is in his cute mood. He seems like such a good friend that you could really count on. 0:]

[@chantaln6843]

On another vlog, she explained that Michael was her ex-husband, who after the divorce, they remained friends and eventually he joined in the castle partner. So that’s how three of them are partners.

[@5usiewongs489]

Selmar auditioning for the Full Monty 😂😂

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

You mean "the foil monty" ?! 😅

[@5usiewongs489]

Nina Elsbeth Gustavsen 😂😂😂

[@teresacarle294]

🏁Very racy of you ladies! 🔥Selmar looked pretty hot in the bold orange jacket & elegant evening ensemble. That coupled with the tin foil dance is probably about all I can handle😮.

[@ninaelsbethgustavsen2131]

Good news people ; Selmar's got his own vlog !!! 🌞 🎬 ...and by that, French Chateau Life is getting even more interresting....🎥 😘

[@jennyallwood2827]

The look on Marie's face as she paused to take in Selmar's foil dance. Hilarious! 😂

[@teresacarle294]

Yes❣ Lovely to see the sexy Selmar, stunning Nati & sweet Marie Fleur dance with such joy & abandon in the kitchen🥂.✌😉🤙

[@southernboi21]

Does anyone remember a time before Selmar ? Is there anything he can’t do ?

[@fabchn6340]

I don't and I don't want to, he's just the best

[@mariolat3885]

All women look beautiful but I have a message for Percy: Isabell is so elegant and fantastic woman that I don’t have words! You are very lucky man!

[@vikivictoria7343]

I just love Selmar! His calm voice!

[@HeatherRenee2017]

Gerald is such a sweet brother. I hope God sends a man as sweet and funny as him. Selmar lmao, love it. Happy Birthday Stephane ❤️

[@monkeycrazy1797]

wait.. is he really her brother? i had no idea lol

[@HeatherRenee2017]

MOnkey Crazy not biological, they explained it in a previous vlog. Gerry just kind of showed up one day and never left. Lol he helped take care of Stephane and played with her when she was a child.

[@monkeycrazy1797]

@@HeatherRenee2017 thanks, i must have missed that vlog

[@teresacarle294]

❤The Scotman is a dear. 🏰He fits right in this enchanting household with his striking tartan style & positivity. 🌷🌷🌷

[@kerryowen-holmes3719]

Happy Birthday-I loved the party and the little dance that Nat, Marie and Salmar did in the kitchen - especially when Selmar wraped the foil around himself and ripped it (very provocatively) in half. I smiled and laughed throughout 😊 Thank you for making me and so many people happy and smile!

[@dawngough1133]

Cant believe it! My mom has the same sconce. There should be little limoges porcelain style figurative plaques in the oval frames. Wish I could send pics! Your snake bangle is incredible.

[@Chateauxchronicles]

Send the pictures to Nati at [e-mail]

[@LaReynedEpee]

It's a beautiful thing

[@libbybreen5265]

I so want Percy to rejoin Mummy

[@lianegordon971]

@@tracey627 So sorry to hear that Tracey. I was wondering about the situation in South Africa.

[@vanessaisom8620]

Pure joy! I laughed and cried though out this vlog! The warmth that flows out the screen is felt by us all!

[@sarahburton3110]

I couldn’t have put it better. Here Here 💜

[@Louisefenner]

Happy birthday. Is is clear you are loved - and that makes you rich beyond anything ❤️

[@constancemc]

A very happy birthday, you deserve all the affection and all the presents for making the internet a kinder place

[@chazikins]

Marie’s gift, the green dress, reminds me of Scarlet OHarra’s BBQ dress from Gone with the Wind. Love it

[@baylorsailor]

Whenever I think about that green dress the Carol Burnett skit pops in my head lol!

[@ginahamlyn2569]

Fantastic! The La Landers really went out of their way to make your day special. Lovely.

[@kimberlynewsom9876]

I need more laughter and love in my life like this. Thank you! That sconce with the frames that Michael got you is gorgeous! I love his idea for the silhouettes he's going to do of the owners of LaLande! Also when I found out about Michael's photography, I gifted a friend of mine some photos from his website since she loves F1 racing - she has them framed and displayed in her living room!! So thank you for always letting us know of artisans and their work!!

[@annaibarra3447]

My gosh! I burst out laughing when “Mummy” is sneaking out with the hotel toiletries in her pockets! 🤣 Hilarious! Then I see a bit of “Mummy” when Natalie says “is there no privacy at this chateau!” 😆😁

[@LaReynedEpee]

Such moments make the channel ❤

[@colleenrose5355]

Oh my God! I've never laughed so hard as when Selmar tore the aluminum foil in half. Great improvisational dancing Selmar. Thanks for the great video everyone and , Happy Birthday Stephanie !

[@taitweigel64]

To wake up on your birthday surrounded by people who love you. Such a lovely life, Stephanie.

[@darlenemilligan5741]

Mummy doesn't even get you a birthday present, BUT she does steal your favorite toiletries from your trip to Italy! !! What a hoot.

[@patriciaodoherty5202]

Love, pure, love! Thank you for all of the beauty that lies around you and within you that you share with us.Thank you also Isabelle, for your birthday present to the world,, your kind and beautiful daughter!

[@beeleigh3569]

Selmar looks great, he's rocking that jacket!

[@jac1797]

I loved the tinfoil dance the most especially when he ripped it apart and it made me laugh so hard. Happy birthday Stephanie! Your family is exquisite!

[@radicalmama135]

Just think back on your birthdays: how different your life was 1 year, 2 years, 3, 4, 5, 10, 15 years ago. Reflect on it and understand that all of it - comes from your hard work... and you willing it into creation. That is an AMAZING achievement. Congratulations. You should be very proud of yourself. 💕🌸🥂 Yay you! I can't even imagine what next year will hold 😁 ! Onwards!

[@Burbankelly]

Wow! Happy Birthday, Stephanie! You have brought me so much joy during Covid, which is when I found you, and through a very difficult time of transition in my personal life! Thank you for that! Your friends and family have also brought me so much joy but they are all there because of you! You are a very special human and loved by many around the world, including Texas! 😁🤠 I have to add, Selmar is a quiet genius, I think - very classy man and always such a great sense of humor - that was just too funny and smooth at the end with the tin foil! Hahaha! 😂😂😂 Lastly, I cried at the birthday video your fans did for you and had I known, I would have tried to participate! I hope your special day/week/month/year are the very best! 🎂

[@caligulalonghbottom2629]

Your aunt has great taste! That snake bangle is incredible!

[@debralpateart8862]

It must be wonderful to have so many family and friends love you. The joy you share is a gift to each of them. I look forward to seeing your year and all the fun it brings you! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@johannakeefe3114]

I lost it when Selmar ripped the foil. Lost it, so funny!

[@cornishcoves9399]

Happy Birthday Stephanie; and the FOUNTAIN of Youth is with you as well....I am so happy that Scotman-Gerald is there as well....that was also a wonderful video of Lake Garda and Oliver & family.♥♥♥The bleu dress is gorgeous.OKAY...Selmar...the wine....oh my ...the wine and the foil wrap....he is so gifted...lol & beautiful florals Marie!💐🌺

[@kerryharding5587]

What a wonderful birthday celebration Stephanie ❤️ so many highlights but my favourite was Selmar’s saucy dance. I gasped and laughed out loud- brava Selmar. Happy Birthday dear lady- you are so deservedly loved. Yippee

[@susanspurling4826]

Marie has done such a fantastic job on the floral studio. The rustic charm of the stable is the perfect backdrop for her gorgeous flowers. Best of luck to you sweet girl !!

[@JudithBisson]

Love the dance party at the end

[@angeliaparish]

It was wonderful!

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Happy fourty fifth birthday. Some people just have to get more beautiful with age. You have five more years, to be 1/2 of a century. Blessings...e

[@janetburridge8423]

Happy birthday 😘😘😘😘. I laughed out loud watching the antics. Cheers m'dears!!!

[@annamariaselvaggi6725]

Wow! What a happy birthday party! 🥂🥂🥂 Love seeing the girls dancing in the kitchen and then Selmar with his smooth moves ! Wow 🤩! 🥳🥳🥳

[@300books]

What fun! Gerald cracks me up "it's an invoice for all the work I've done". He always puts a smile on my face with his witty sayings.

[@eledatowle7128]

That was awesome! He's spot -on every time with his one-liners.

[@gaslitworldf.melissab2897]

I'm so excited about the village they'll create. The hens will feel like French citizens with their own addresses.

[@lauraarbuckle6119]

Selmar is in the perfect job. He so much more than a handyman. He’s an inventor, a problem solve, a designer dare I say artist. Because of the videos he explains his process which we all enjoy. Bu I think Selmar enjoys too.

[@jimm8682]

Selma is like the Prince of the chateau for sure.....he has a very good sense of style , handsome and so handy (he is a keeper ).!!

[@kimmurphy6864]

I LOVE GERALD! HE’S THE BEST!!!

[@sarahfoster6765]

What more can a girl want on her birthday then a dance from Michael Potts followed by a visit & presents from Mummy, Scotman & Nattie. Happy Birthday Stephanie. Xxxx🎁🎈🎉🎊🍹🍸🎂

[@sandy-sagerabbitvintage2681]

Happy Birthday Stephanie, you are forever young!!! Always enjoy everyday and you will never grow old.

[@Pikadb8815]

OMG!! I sent this dress image to Stephanie's Instagram when I found it in H&M a month ago but she didn't see it,, and I was like what a loss she'll miss it!! But thank god Natalie found it Happy Birthday Stephanie

[@Tjlasylum]

What shop sells it?

[@Pikadb8815]

H&M

[@ctmjr2012]

Which is Stephany size? Maybe 38?or 40?

[@teresacarle294]

⚾️ Excellent catch❣ ⚘Stephanie looks gorgeous in it too. It was fun to see her posing in front of the matching wallpaper. It was very sweet of Nati to gift it to her. ☘Marie's green & white floral dress looked equally lovely on the birthday girl too.

[@robertarogers998]

Selmar is getting very good in front of the camera! More dancing with foil please. Ha! Between that and the scene in the bedroom about the beds, "I like the fact that you are holding a mallet casually." said Stephanie.

[@nadiastokes2521]

That is truly one house full of love and laughter!

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Hello, Marie, The flower girl. And Selmar, Isabella and Emily the cook. Stephanie is back and with much elation, ready to "PARTY"!

[@jenh9361]

A SPLENDID BIRTHDAY TO YOU STEPHANIE... HOW VERY FORTUNATE YOU ARE TO HAVE SUCH AMAZING FRIENDS, FAMILY & ADVENTURES!!!

[@MsRiverdee]

Selmar was hilarious. What a wonderful birthday you lucky girl :)

[@metropcs7560]

Thank you for sharing, America loves you Stephanie, your video has come at a time that America really need happiness, God Bless!!!

[@Vee-zx6eh]

Happy Birthday! Thank you for sharing your wonderful party! I especially loved the way that Selmar "busted" that tin foil move! Again Happy Happy Birthday!

[@fromcommonhandsstudio223]

Selmar sure knows how to ROCK the tin foil!!!!

[@carolinepagett4236]

Happy Birthday Stephanie hugs from England xx🥰🥰❤️

[@brendaelder1066]

Hail Selmar! Wibble-master!

[@kimphilpin1062]

Every one looked so beautiful and handsome at the party. Stephanie I am so pleased you had such a perfect day for your birthday 🎂. X

[@lorrieriddle4079]

BEAUTIFUL dresses for your birthday!! HOWEVER, the BEST gift of all was the arrival of Phillip into your life, then into your heart!

[@wellnone9367]

Love all these people - thank you Stephanie for having a birthday. I laughed and smiled a lot.

[@titianb2937]

I really don't want to be that person who 'ships' two people together against their wishes, but Stephanie and Michael Potts' friendship is so beautiful. They compliment each other so well- its easy to see them as a couple (I know they once were) :)

[@judithjordan3474]

You have given and continue to give much to us with your joie de vivre, hopefully your birthday has given a little back. Thank you.

[@auntytutu]

Aloha - Hau'oli La Hanau!!! 🎁💖🎂 - that's Happy Birthday Hawaiian style!!! 🌴🌸🐠

[@aleta5873]

What a JOY to witness !! Whether you know it or not, you are a joy to the world, Stephanie...Happy Birthday...sweetie pie.

[@ozazure]

Happy Birthday Stephanie :) I was thinking how I should comment how carefully I track Selmar's outfits as he is a snazzy dresser, from the jacket, to the tucked in tshirt when de-wibbling, but then he stole the show with his birthday ensemble, and topped it off with some foil burlesque ... I bet every second comment is about Selmar gone wild!! lol

[@lesliemacuff565]

You guys dancing and laughing sure did make me smile ❤

[@chasethecat3839]

Selmar reminds me of my deceased brother. Sometimes certain ways he turns his head or his hair hangs down just breaks my heart. But, I so love that he is such a part of Lalande do that I can see him at life.

[@robinhewitt]

I've just binge-watched three of your last videos to get over my wild day. Thank you for putting a smile back on my face and happiness in my heart.

[@judithschrim145]

Happy 45th Birthday Stephanie ! My wish is God blesses you with many many more years...you bring your uplifting spirit to so many - the smile, laughter, happiness shared, we are all blessed that "Mummy" had you - so her gift to you - is her gift to all...Judy in VA

[@marijones9345]

Wishing you a very happy birthday Stephanie, have a great time celebrating your special day in Lalande! X🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿❤️

[@KarolinaIsabellaS]

Selmar is such an amazing, nice and talented man. Stephanie I wish you a happy birthday

[@joannasmith8296]

Oh my darling people at la lande you should know how MUCH HAPPINESS you give us all in these dreadful times , your all the most magical people who pass on to us such JOY ❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🤍

[@denisewoods5438]

Marvelous once again you have managed to transport me to your wonderful world 💛🕊🏰⛲🌹🎶

[@lunarsma8446]

One of my favorite things is when Mummy vlogs!

[@CG-gm8fe]

Ha! Ha! Selma really let his hair down. Gorgeous all of you... thanks for the fun.....

[@ornleifs]

That was a really great and fun vlog - full of joy and happines and funny scenes - thanks again for making the best channel on youtube.

[@pussygalore5947]

Happy Birthday Stephanie!...."May Every Song You Sing Be Your Favorite Tune..."

[@chantaln6843]

Selma orange jacket looks stunning 🥳

[@michellehughes1537]

Loved watching you opening your presents, it was magical, I felt the excitement

[@AnAlbertaGirlAtHeart]

Happy Birthday Stephanie ! The prettiest centre of a beautiful gathering. So much happiness and laughter. Selmar,! 😳😂 ! All the best and every success in the coming year.

[@BeALighthouse]

Selmar ripping the foil 😂

[@kelareli]

Happy birthday, Stephanie! 🥳🎉🎁

[@taitweigel64]

I always wonder......so much lovely food, hard work, creativity, dancing, singing, gardening, traveling, and there are no romances?

[@robinchurch5658]

As much as I loved Stephanie’s wonder full road trip to beautiful Lake Garda, home is where the heart is and my heart is with all the amazing “family” at Chateau LaLande! Happy 45th birthday, Stephanie! I learned too late your birthday was coming up, but I mailed your present on your birthday yesterday, so you will be able to continue celebrating🤗

[@Sunny-kl9jq]

Happy Birthday Stephanie, you are such a beautiful light in this world....Thank you for your vlogs

[@pepper24able]

Mummy is right, every child’s birthday should be a Mother’s day. I say this to my children every year!

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

Purple potatoes yum

[@mack_on_earth]

Honestly...I cried twice during this video...when Stephanie was watching her fan video and then Selmar with the tin foil. I can't imagen a stranger group of people and I love it!

[@virginiahello]

I am so glad to see that somewhere a lady gets treated like this. May all your days be as beautiful and you are. May those who grace your life be blessed. Peace .

[@frangeorge5962]

Love Isabel deep pockets. So lucky you brought back enough for two. Happy Birthday Stef....many more from Ohio USA

[@annaibarra3447]

It was hilarious! I laughed so hard, I was watching at 11 pm and my poor dog was sleeping hard, got up and left the room to go sleep elsewhere! 😬. Oooos! Sorry Pups!

[@gailreske7111]

Ohh Stephanie, we need to see more of Selmar & the friends dancing 💃 😀 because that segment was way to short !!!

[@martinwright4125]

these images of the lady are the best i have ever seen of her. she looks so soft, fresh, and rested, and it is very becoming. i absolutely love her sweet and inviting camera presence. she seems to always be upbeat and intellectually aware of her subjects and their surroundings.

[@CharlieEire82]

What a lovely birthday celebration surrounded by great people. The reaction to the fan tribute video was a lovely moment. Well done to all who made it happen. I'm a little jealous as my birthday is on Sunday and it will passby uncelebrated due to restrictions but thanks to Marie's comment on her vlog to help me overcome my fear of the Lalande beetles and grasshoppers I hope to celebrate my 40th in the Chateau in 2022 🤞🙏

[@imogenmary9277]

Happy Birthday Charlie 🎂✨🌞

[@LaReynedEpee]

Happy birthday, mate

[@CharlieEire82]

Awh shucks 😊 Thanks guys

[@jolombardi1391]

This made me cry and your brothers socks made me laugh such a happy day.happy happy Birthday stephanie.

[@annemackenzie7295]

Watching this in April 2024 - brilliant 😀❤️👏👏👏👏

[@jjgirljjgirl5743]

Love your dance move Selma, I must remember it and try it. Wooooh

[@radicalmama135]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY you LOVELY GORGEOUS WOMAN!!💕❤🥂💐🌺🌸🌼🎂🎁🍰🎉🎈

[@wendymorrison5803]

I needed dose of happiness today and came back to thus vlog. So gleeful. In August 2023 I shall be 60. I plan to travel if all circumstances allow. And I hope to be at La Lande for the day. And only days before Stephanie celebrates too. Parfait!