The Tragic Story Of An Abandoned 1300s Fairy Tale Castle - They Vanish!

[@theresa_lili]

It is completely heart breaking seeing the antiques going to ruin. My grandchildren and great grandchildren will never know anything but junk. What a shame. I imagine the books, a wealth of knowledge gone, lost forever.

[@SilentStorm1031]

This may very well be true, except from what they watch on KZbin. One thing I have observed with these upcoming generations. Very few have any appreciation for the past. Such as family photos, family heirlooms and antiques, etc. They are not interested, as the now much older generations were at their age. Reason being why explorers find so many abandoned places full of priceless, irreplaceable photos, family antiques, heirlooms. It isn't because they died and had noone to leave their priceless and irreplaceable family memories, and belongings with. In reality these upcoming generations have no appreciation for family history, the memories (such as photos) and some have little care for their own families themselves. Therefore, these irreplaceable and at one time valued belongings are left to be stolen, decay, rot, and even be vandalized. Or all of the above. It is a sign of the times!! Just as many have little appreciation for even life itself. It is sad and unfortunat, but it is also a sign of the times. The end times!😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@jaimeiturbefuentes6201]

Únete a unisef. Hay muchos niños con. Hambre. 😢

[@stringofpearls4551]

I cannot fathom leaving such history, the castle and contents, to decay. I can only assume the family is blessed with such abundance, this means nothing? But I always think, too, are there not cousins, etc. who might treasure some things. An auction to help finances or something? I am really gobsmacked. How lovely it is. It would break my heart to leave such a wonderland.

[@annaassk7138]

I see your point its so lovely in its heydays, but pity not setup tours but too dangerous too. Collector were last family the pigs to what a good vibe this place seems was. To clean it up make it livable, where start frozen in time,great walk throu gh dust and creepy spiders &creatures

[@joshschneider9766]

​@@stringofpearls4551a huge number of these were abandoned as unaffordable luxuries after world war two.

[@jonathanfreedom1st]

I think we should all take a moment to appreciate the risk Leslie must take in touring some of these places. I feel like he is really risking his life to show us the insides of these forgotten spaces lost in time. Which means there certainly may be no safety upkeep. Cheers Leslie

[@Tink70]

I agree 👍 Preparing and planning. All the different countries, laws, and languages. Bros. of Decay make me feel like I'm right there in the moment with them ❤

[@karenaikens]

I agree

[@enyaisrave2831]

Agree ♡

[@elma704]

I agree wholeheartedly, but worry me most is all that decaying mould spores that he is inhaling! That can harm his lungs and health in the long run! Stay safe Leslie!

[@robocock475]

And his health, imagine all the mold accumulated in these buildings. He's risking cancer for us

[@janetjensen3870]

It is so sad to see so much history go to waste. You did a superb job showing this magnificent castle.

[@SilentStorm1031]

I agree Leslie is by far one of the bes!!!! And I was so appreciative that (from what I observed) did not use Gods name in vain by using such phrases as "Oh, my God," or "Jesus,". At the excitement over such beautiful antiques from centuries ago.

[@dima97]

​@@SilentStorm1031oh shut up about your stupid fairy tales.

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

One of the best tours........I have been an antiques collector for many years......I'm literally drooling at the finery! One of the standouts, amongst the many is the German Shepherd statue on the desktop in the walkway from one part to the other......incredible tour.....thank you again, sir!❤😢

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

​@@SilentStorm1031Agreed💯❤️

[@steelman86]

Having even a board with a hole in it for an indoor bathroom was a real luxury!! Many castles were high on a hill with the bathroom area hanging over the side of the cliff which often was above the water way down below. I'm sure having that convenience was very much appreciated during those extremely cold winter months!!!

[@manuela-4m]

Sometimes I wonder why all these castles aren't protected as cultural heritage. France is a rich country, but I guess even they don't have enough money to protect them all. There are simply too many of them. ⏳️🥀🏰❤

[@lucerodj11]

rich country? not anymore.. many homeless people even in France..

[@catherinemtc7795]

Totally agree.

[@zulmarosemonterroza599]

Exactly exactly

[@manuela-4m]

@@lucerodj11 Have you lived in France or visited it? I know the cost of living in France is higher than in many European countries, including mine, but their salaries are 2 or 3 time higher than in my country. We still don't have a homeless problem, but our salaries are among the lowest in the EU, and the cost of living is rising every day. Looking from this perspective, France is still a rich country. :)

[@300books]

France has thousands of castles. Many are protected as cultural heritages and can be visited. However, some are also privately owned. Others are abandoned due to owners going in nursing homes, or unable to financially maintain them. Some are summer homes no longer used and abandoned due to costs. But you're correct, there are way too many for the government to get involved, especially when these homes are privately owned and of no historical value to the country.

[@ramona_rami5643]

It's always delightful to watch the exploration of an abandoned castle! I love the interior design of this French castle though not typical of a medieval one; there's elegance and good taste in the choice of the furniture, paperwalls, curtains, mirrors and artwork ! The antiques and the children's cute toys and personal items look wonderful! Too bad so many things and memories are left to rot away! Thank you for this great episode!

[@lisafigueroa7433]

I wish I could explore those myself but I’ll just tag along here… I love what you do, thank you

[@SilentStorm1031]

Yes, if only this we had had the capabilities to become wealthy by doing something we really enjoyed, involving traveling exploring, etc., back in the day. KZbin is a very profitable and successful way to make a very comfortable living. Some KZbinrs have become very wealthy in their 20's . Of course, back in the day we had no computers, no internet, the video cameras were expensive, large, awkward and little battery capability. But, exploring abandoned places and filming them would have been my passion. And I'd be living comfort ably right now.

[@kathrynhudson7017]

I’ve watched dozens of exploration videos and this one is fantastic! While it’s incredible to find such a property the very best part is your attention to detail and camera work. No dizzying sweeping in circles or overlooking items of interest. Thank you for an exceptional trip to another time and place.

[@redpill5471]

EXPLOMO had this place on 6 months ago. Their content knowledge was horrid but they do have over 1.3 million views. Your presentations are always of a higher quality. Well done!

[@Mademoisellerosedemai]

Bonsoir Guys🙋🏻‍♀️Greetings from French Riviera 🫶🏻🇫🇷 I’m in love with the French Castles 🏰😻

[@lorihayes1419]

Where is Danny on this venture? Kind of scary if you are exploring on your own. Crumbling places are so dangerous. Take care 🥰

[@isabelfrattoni9680]

I love that castle. So many beautiful things. So many details...

[@Kate11.11]

Thank you Leslie for this beautiful explore of this amazing castle. I really loved it! The childrens toy is called a top and the small items in the see through glass container are called thimbles. Thimbles are used for sewing still, but these are more for decoration/collectables. ♡ many blessings ~

[@nancymarshall6014]

My family is of French royal desent. Im American. The family histroy was stolen. I would love to know how they lived and what providence they came from. Thank you. .

[@jennycable3164]

Once again an amazing amazing video Lesley, I always enjoy the lovely peaceful music you choose to accompany them. I am always amazed to see how people can just walk away and leave such beautiful and personal things. There has to be someone somewhere that can claim and restore what is left behind, even if the castle cannot be saved. It s so sad to see it all rot, you take care out there.

[@NuLiForm]

These videos are Magical aren't they..Simply Wonderful. .Oh there is...and their heart is equally broken.....there is this harsh fact of life to consider.... After my dad passed..i was informed there were two castles i could claim, our branch being the most Direct line...One was Glorious, the other in desperate need of much repair...but the cost...not only of repair but annual upkeep..was astronomical. I did not make such money in a year as was required for one month's ownership....so...i had to let them stay with the people who were in them at the time. & i am not alone...this happens from time to time....if it were yours, could you do it?.....you may not be able to do it either.

[@nickimcpheehals572]

Amazing castle! The collection upstairs are called "thimbles" in English. I am dumbfounded at all the things left behind. So sad. Thanks for the tour Leslie!

[@nicoletanis3703]

Hello Lesley from New York, I appreciate your virtual tour of that Fairy Tale Castle from the Middle Ages!

[@EuVeri]

Fiquei encantada com o tour. Quantas pessoas de épocas diferentes viveram ali, quantas vidas, memorias e histórias essas paredes presenciaram! ❤

[@LisaNelsonSnugglebunny]

Exactly!

[@ravenofthewild]

With so many homeless families and so many living below poverty around our world, with children without even their own beds or toys all this rotting away is almost criminal. It's hard to understand with so many children being raised here that none of them preserved this or at least sold or donated all the furniture, linens, etc. Very sad to see once treasured items turned now into trash.

[@SilentStorm1031]

Because as we have all very well become accustoed to from viewing these videos. The younger generations are of a whole different class. They (even young adults born in the 70's) no longer respect the valuable aspects of life that their grandparents or even their own parent (s) valued. They do not value family photos of centuries past, they do not value family heirlooms or irreplaceable antiques. They are lazy and with all these negatives added together you get abandoned homes with all irreplaceable belongings left to be stolen, destroyed, rot and decay. The values of human beings has deteriorated throughout times. It is all a part of the process leading to much bigger obstacles. Such as the end of the lives we all hace become accustomed to. This is why it is so important not to focus on this life. Because as children of God what comes afterwards is what should be of upmost importañcxx04

[@SilentStorm1031]

Because as we have all very well become accustoed to from viewing these videos. The younger generations are of a whole different class. They (even young adults born in the 70's) no longer respect the valuable aspects of life that their grandparents or even their own parent (s) valued. They do not value family photos of centuries past, they do not value family heirlooms or irreplaceable antiques. They are lazy and with all these negatives added together you get abandoned homes with all irreplaceable belongings left to be stolen, destroyed, rot and decay. The values of human beings has deteriorated throughout times. It is all a part of the process leading to much bigger obstacles. Such as the end of the lives we all hace become accustomed to. This is why it is so important not to focus on this life. Because as children of God what comes afterwards is what should be of upmost importañcxx04

[@lisastiles1408]

That’s the thing. I’m sure family members retrieved all the most valuable and treasured items they could haul away. To them, what’s left is second-rate or worse.

[@SouthFloridaSunshine]

@@lisastiles1408Second rate to them, first rate to maybe some others not so well off.

[@lisastiles1408]

@@SouthFloridaSunshine Exactly. There is art, rugs, furniture and the like all over that house that most of us could not afford.

[@lissanne9769]

Amazing castle. Unbelievable all of the remaining items still left in this place. Beautiful architecture everywhere. Thanks so much for this wonderful video.

[@kikibean2024]

Hey leslie! What a wonderful find. So, the finger covers we call thimble used to push a needle when sewing by hand. It was popular in the 1960s to collect spoons, thimbles or other "collectibles" when traveling. The round toy is a spinning top. I was wondering if the statue was Joan of Arc maybe?

[@conniehogan6217]

Beautiful place! I love to imagine how it was when the people lived there. What their lives were like. I was surprised not to see a servants quarters. Maybe it was in the part that collapsed? Beautiful! Thank you for this explore!

[@joshschneider9766]

In the thirteenth century servants quarters would have been external to the main house. You wouldn't see any remains of them now other than odd colored stains in the ground from their wooden posts.

[@NuLiForm]

Typical at the time this was built, servants did not stay in the castle..they had small houses on the grounds.

[@gaylewilliamson9183]

I always wonder about the lives of the people who lived in these homes you explore.I wonder if it was a happy home and the sounds of children running,laughing.I hope they had lots of love👍❤️🇺🇸

[@ccl5141]

Once again Bros of Decay have done a phenomenal job at researching and respecting this home. You boys are the best of the best at what you do. Thank you for your videos.

[@carolweaver3269]

Such a very unique castle. Just loved it. Loved how you made every single room, sound like we were ready to walk into a 'secret in time' ( and it was!) It is a ''time capsule,'' and so many unusual items left behind. So many creative framed displays, and such nice family portraits. If only the 'rooms could talk' they would have so much to share with us! We will never know the people who lived there or who visited at least. They may have had cousins, parents, aunt or uncles come to visit at times, not sure it was always just the children and parents? They sure had room to have people come to visit. So many bedrooms I lost track after a while. I do think it had to be chilly in the winter though the further you climbed especially Even the fireplaces may have helped but er dangerous and as soon as you walked into the halls in the morning it had to be freezing again. Can you imagine the rooms off he enclosed porch and in summer it was lovely and very easy to sleep as it would be quiet, everyone in their bedroom and reading or sleeping. maybe visiting softly in their little nooks? The items that go on the' fingers ' most in porcelain ' used while sewing (to protect fingers from needle) in Englin, are called "Thimbles." Thanks, Lesley, for taking so many risks to show he rooms as you do and I know it Is fun for you but do protect yourself in everyway with mold and mildew, and other things around the decaying castles. We do love them everywhere, (Not always castles. but lovely large mansion etc) and it is very sad indeed because it will be lost to those who will grow up after us. I know to speak for myself, I appreciate all you do and the traveling to being the best. This one was so special as have never seen so many bedrooms and even he main rooms wer actually made cozy in some way and you could not think you wer in a castle when wrapped into one of them. Just think wandering the 'halls and stairways' in winter, must have been cold? But the Summers were quieter and very beautiful at night with candles and soft lights around you. Busy during the day am sure. So many jobs to be done, They must have had help, that did the cooking and cleaning, and they would live there too, of course, Am sure it must have been active during the day, but when it became darker at night, they would settle in their smaller rooms (to keep warm too) and light candles and anything they had if maybe lanterns and read evidently, before sleeping. This is how it seemed.🤩❤

[@susandefrance750]

The frog game on the “porch” with other toys and games is from Peru - it’s call Sapo (frog). People would play this in their yards. They still do. The disks and frog and the wooden board look original to Peru. Of course, someone could have brought the design to France, but brought an original metal frog and disks to make the game.

[@theVivianSaint]

Those little finger things are called thimbles and they are used for sewing... I love watching your tours :)

[@vickisadzak7]

My imagination just goes wild each time I watch your videos! I can't believe how many historical and personal artifacts are left behind! Much respect and appreciation for what you.

[@catherinecarrasco9228]

Thank You for the amazing tour of a beautiful castle!

[@D4r7in4nG37]

I don't know how you get access to all of these beautiful places; perhaps because you take such great care not to disturb any items left behind. You are so careful and respectful. I just want to thank you for showing us these amazing places! I cannot comprehend why anyone would leave these places and these amazing artifacts and belongings behind! I want to collect all of these old things and put them in safe places so they can be preserved forever. I cannot stop watching your videos! I've only just discovered your channel today. I love these videos! 🙏🙏🙏❤️‍🔥 In one of the last bedrooms with the porcelain items for ones fingers, i believe those are thimbles. But i dont l know for sure

[@NakimaScorpioLove]

Boggles my mind how in some rooms there's not a speck of dust, like the master room...the mirror is clean, the closets are shiny ..just amazing

[@ChloeDecker-bg3nb]

OMG...i can't believe it... this place is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING AND FANTASTIC in every way ❤❤ i love all the Room and but i wander why these people abandoned this place? Why did they left so many things behind? Everything is so beautiful and perfect... and there are so many books.. definitely someone must take them and put them into some library so the people can borrow them and read them... and Why these people left without to take their books and their clothes with them? I can imagine my life without my clothes and my favourite books.... congratulations for this amazing video..i really loved it with my heart..❤

[@ageofai7657]

I never can understand how people leave their belongings with all the memories behind and just forget about them How can you forget pictures of your family or grandparents

[@あち-u2h]

they couldn't have enough time to move to new place that banklupt at one night came suddenly. family grab only money or small things to alive.

[@ageofai7657]

@@あち-u2h but there are lots of places with all the belongings left inside, in most videos he mentioned that after the death of the parent children never came back

[@paulabumpas9642]

Leslie you have me in awe of the way you describe these rooms and what they contain You are magnificent at what you do.❤

[@PhilJonesIII]

The birds have flown, husband is dead. This is the place where all the memories live. All those toys, neatly arranged, the beds made up for the children, Make it ready for a miracle you know wont come. When a significant stage of your life ends then you let go or sink. She did that. Before my wife died, I would have struggled to understand as well. I sold our 16th century French farmhouse and never looked back. It became a pointless shell of happy memories that could now only hurt me. It now belongs to a young family creating their own memories.

[@ZhanMiyong]

I’m well entertained and amazed by your vlogs Leslie - keep it up 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 🎉🎉

[@SensiProductionzBlindDogVideos]

Bless your positive energy, and good ethics. I love seeing this amount of respect for suspended animation, time capsule homes. Praying someone in the family takes the stuff before its destroyed

[@Genesis-wo3dg]

I love all of the beautiful old wallpaper in lots of these homes. So beautiful to see all the photos and peek into their lives lived there. Lovely video as always

[@laurielaurie8280]

This is my favorite place that you have filmed. Thankyou for the tour :)) Stay safe :))

[@Mrs.Green23]

It’s absolutely heartbreaking to see all of these families memories just turning to dust. It’s so beautiful and so many amazing pieces in every inch of every room. Your videos are great, I’d love to do what you do and to see all of the amazing homes and trying to piece together the past.

[@allanchurm]

was a bit worried about the floors to be honest BUT this castle fits in perfectly with the name you have.. BROS of decay..perfect tour loved it.

[@matthewthomasjames]

1:07 is The Angelus painting by Jean-François Millet. You come across it again and again in your explorations. I have a framed one in my own house.

[@lorirev2040]

This was amazing! Definitely one of your best videos! God bless you Leslie! Be safe!

[@SmokeyMt.]

Lovely exploration. Thank you for sharing Lesley. That was a splendid collection of thimbles. The ones used to sew protected the person sewing from their fingertips from getting hurt as they felt the needle as ir came through the material to make the stitch. Thanks for sharing this wonderful exploration Lesley ! ❤❤

[@Motorsportqueen]

What an amazing building. I find it sad seeing peoples memories just left behind.

[@robertladue7647]

Lesley, I can sense spirits watching you, they and the castle love you!

[@andreaniclinica7672]

O melhor canal para viajarmos ao passado!! Abraços do Brasil 🇧🇷

[@setubandha9203]

I´m crying. SO sad that this uncredible beauty and a big piece of history is fading out....... Thank you, guy, for visiting it and taking pictures of it for us. Take care.

[@jaxyab]

Another absolutely stunning adventure! Thank you Leslie. Stay safe. ❤

[@caliinthevalley24681]

I am always so impressed by how respectful you are to the property. I love imagining what these places would look like restored to their original glory. ❤❤❤

[@donnervetter6848]

No no, you can’t, they will lose their identity.

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

​@@donnervetter6848???????

[@Andrew-Locksley691]

You were wondering what was in that safe?At 28:07 The two keys you needed to open it where whithin arms reach On top of the safe (Inn between the candlestick and trophy )Anyway just discovered youre chanle and its really great !Just please be careful myfriend!! ALL THE BEST ,ANDREW, BOSTON/LONDON....

[@joshrobertson8189]

Dang so many antiques in there that many people would love to own. It really sucks to see them just rotting away

[@PhilJonesIII]

There are not many towns in France that do not have shops that sell such things. Look for 'Brocante' shops. In cases where ownership is established and property sold, there are small companies that clear the houses and sell the contents. Our local Brocanteur has a substantial warehouse with items from boxes of photos to a complete church pulpit. I understand that every transaction is recorded from acquisition to its sale to you. They often demand payment in cash, can't imagine why.

[@Wonderfullfriend228]

I just found your Channel. today. It was nice watching the House in Georgia. I love the way you tell the stories. Stay blessed.

[@shivapriyasaraswati7171]

A lot of times, people hoard after suffering a devastating loss of a loved one. It's really sad. Beautiful castle. As always, it's a joy to watch you tour it. Thank you for bringing our worlds closer together!

[@thefrontwheelskid]

we go france every year and we found a beautiful castle in South West France....very grand❤

[@cringegrandma4100]

Just my opinion but the ownership of the castle or any abonded homes should have an auction or estate sale so these antiques don't get totally destroyed by the elements , there was so much in this video I would love to have in my home or even donate to a museum just so it doesnt get destroyed and lost forever

[@luciatajna2910]

Si esta judicializado o tomado por el banco, no se puede tocar nada, en general suele pasar eso, dado que los impuestos de estos lugares son muy caros, más el mantenimiento de semejante establecimiento sale caro, y ya las familias no tienen el poder económico que traían antes.

[@jeaninejones4382]

The piano made my heart sad. So beautiful even now but in the future will rot away to nothing.

[@jeaninejones4382]

⁠whoever owns it could still sell the furnishings or donate it to a museum and preserve them for the future.

[@rachelshay7637]

The little things you put on your fingers are thimbles 😊 Love your channel!!!

[@A222Z]

I would love stepping out my rm to a stone spiral staircase .. how cool & interesting that must have been. .. All those frames, the paintings may have had sentimental or monetary value & been taken, but the frames left bc of traveling space. Just a thought.

[@pwilson2479]

Lovely places to see, thank you. And such a soothing and melodic voice, so relaxing to watch. Here in Canada - I wish we had history to explore like this!

[@gaiavenus]

Oh Wow Lesley!!!! Can't wait to see this, love the Medieval Era ⚔🛡⚔ this is Hauntingly Beautiful and so fascinating. Thank you handsome ❤ Love from Canada ❤

[@judyschille8739]

Are they working on saving this home/castle? It should be saved so it becomes part of our history, unless is has bad vibration connected to it…. Judy Bear❤

[@matthewthomasjames]

“A paw of a deer”; how adorable.

[@elviraricote7822]

esta casa es de diez sobre diez ,creo que es la mejor que has grabado !!!! gracias por compartirnos 😘

[@berthasanchez6559]

Dear Leslie casually I found your Chanel and I fell in love with it! You are wonderful! I never imagined that so many castle were abandon in France, I just wonder why do people just abandon them if I was a billionaire I will buy some, of them that’s a shame, that they are in such disarray they are so beautiful! I believe that you are a romantic and sensible soul, thanks for sharing and for taking such big risks with all the decay and mold take care Thank you again I just subscribed to your Chanel

[@graphguy]

Wow, if walls could talk and we could relive the life there, what an amazing story.

[@artphotognh]

The wallpaper is absolutely STUNNING - even after all the years! I'd love to find a modern manufacturer of these vintage patterns!

[@janemitton9117]

Those things in the upstairs bedroom that you were putting on your finger are called " thimbles " is English and, yes, they are very collectable. Thank you for your tour. I love following your adventures! Thank you.🥰

[@tigercatartist]

Thanks for taking me on your adventure. When you were looking at the toys in what appears to be a boys room the thing you picked up that you remember seeing as a child is called a "top" . It had a rod in the middle that you pushed up and down to wind it up then turned it lose and it would spin all over the room. I also saw a "jack in the box" which you cranked the handle until suddenly a clown popped out. At the 59 minute mark the lace thing on the wall is a collar. (judge Judy on American TV wears them),😄 The ceramic things for finger tips are called "thimbles". When you are hand sewing they guard your finger tips from being poked by the needle. One last thing. I seen a few of your videos where you had Pfaff sewing machines. When you pronounce it the "P" is silent. It sounds like faf-fuh. Just thought you'd get a kick out of knowing this. Had a fun evening with you.

[@azzamarwan5476]

Thank you so much lesley for sharing us with you , it's amazing castle 🏰 but I don't understand why the owners abandoned such a beautiful 😻❤️ place ❤ they should look after it . Be safe and great job 🙏 .

[@aminahparker8415]

Thank you, Leslie, for your hard and fascinating work! I especially appreciate when you point out details

[@h5mind373]

Often, these old estates are consumed not only by time and weather but also by the cost of upkeep and taxes. If not running a successful business from such a large structure, the heating costs alone would bankrupt most people. I worked for a fellow who owned a 1800's-era mansion in New England. They would close off most of the house in the winter, only heating the common areas and a few bedrooms, and the heating bill was still so high it literally took all summer and fall to pay it off; then the cold would come again!

[@MG-iu4eh]

Thank you for showing us another beautiful historic castle. What a shame all that beautiful furniture, games, book and historical artifacts being slowly destroyed by the elements.

[@annsmith4739]

Hi Lesley just joined looks stunning lv Ann uk ❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@willyegger4488]

Hi Ann Smith, How are you doing? I hope everything is ok with you so far! Peace and kindest regards from Switzerland.

[@douglaslee7776]

I could spend days in this place just loving the stonework and general workmanship. It would be great if this could be saved!

[@LostHistorie]

Good Job, Bro!

[@gingerchapel7201]

That so sad to watch and just let it rotten with so many valuables materials. Thank you , Leslie for taking us tour with your exploration of the abandon properties.

[@Joeythebunny]

I have friend from Le Puy en Velay he inherit a castle from his family. The owner or his ancestry is a sherif back then. He inherit on top of the hill in Cantal region. Once I've been there on a winter season. I was lucky though not so many tourist have opportunity to go to Cantal is vast empty right in the middle south in France. He told me he own a decay castle stone castle similar with Polignac Fortress in Le Puy en Velay he said he try to sell 35,000 euro including land but no one wants to buy. If he renovate for maybe a hotel he will spend 1millio. euro . When he told me he come from noble family back then in 13th century I do curstyon him and his laughing so hard.

[@rachelann9362]

One of my cousins in Slovenia rents out the Medieval Watch Tower of a castle like an Air Bnd. She also lives on the property. I haven’t been in Europe, but my aunt got to stay there when she was doing family research in the area.

[@anya229]

OMG! 42.24 - the purse on the wall - I have an identical one! It is in pristeen condition, dark green leather - very chic with a nice clasp. I bought it for a dollar or two at a garage sale. Cool to see it in its original "habitat" - a French chateau!

[@gailschenk8802]

Around 27:30 an orb comes out of the side of the bed and continues to follow you around the house

[@samcolt1079]

Yes Lesley this one is gone forever. The antiques rotting away is a crime to see. They lived very good lives. What a shame. They were happy we hope. We will never know but it looks that way to me.Stay safe and I will keep watching. Great job.

[@karleeknockle1325]

Leslie, you are my favorite abandoned explorer, your genuine excitement and respect is so refreshing and I also appreciate the music you use. So beautiful. Thank you Leslie and stay safe out there❤

[@healgrowlovecommunity8397]

So many wonderful items that could be rescued - but maybe it's right that they are all together in their original home. There must be people who remember living or visiting there because some of the posters were Disney - so not that long ago... Thank you so much for showing us these amazing places. Heartbreaking but fascinating.

[@joshschneider9766]

The main reason these places sit idle is people who can afford to restore them typically prefer to build fresh. As did the original builders of these places as it turns out lol. Plus the tax burden these places represent is enormous. When this place was first built it's owner was the tax collector. Now it's owner owes the French gov a pretty penny. Times change.

[@ashleybones3556]

I'm new here but I'm A fan for sure. I adore your childlike wonder and appreciation for all these details! Thank you for taking your time when looking around. It's A gift to see a real look into the recent past.

[@judyschille8739]

This castle must have very good energy to remain so immaculate. Please don’t harm….. maybe some body could preserve it?? Like the Rock? Is it empty now? How do I access information on this building n land?

[@jkk-nl]

Usually I watch and am facinated by the images and stories. This one just makes me sad.. so much history, craftmanship and love just rotting away... it could still be an amazing, beautiful place 😢

[@Jendarhan64]

It’s crazy to me that if there is family left that they don’t want to at least salvage the things that are valuable. Anything that could be donated to museums or historic centers would also be good. I hate to think of time and the environment destroying all of that, especially if it’s only been twenty years since it was abandoned. But, it’s not the only place like that being left to rot. There are so many! 😢

[@joshschneider9766]

Don't be surprised. It's always been disposable wealth to the families that originate these places and buy them.

[@sharonmichael2326]

Lesley, those items that go on your fingers are called thimbles. Used for sewing. Thank you for an awesome tour.

[@nayak3966]

Woww i am from india and iam curious to see whats inside the castle

[@jyothiganesh2622]

Hi Lesley. Thank you so much for taking us with you for the beautiful journey of explorations. The caste is so beautiful I liked the stone and woodwork. There has been a llot of decay in the house. The top floor of the caste is more beautiful than other rooms. I got scared to see the statue in the middle. Thanks a lot. Do Take care of yourself.😊

[@erikaalvarez5121]

Que bonito castillo

[@maraalanis3451]

Wonder! This one was really worth it! Thank you for such emotion. If I were much younger, I would drop everything now to be in a castle like this full of memories of happy times. Congratulations Leslie!!!!

[@anacaldas1647]

🥰🙏abraço brasileiro ❤🇧🇷amigos longínquo

[@Impastanonymous]

Thank the you for this amazing tour Leslie ❤

[@Helene73ru]

❤великолепная экскурсия по замку 900 годов. Это же шедевры национального населения Франции. Как можно допускать времени съедать эту непревзойденную красоту строения? Всё постепенно приходит в упадок, вода с пролемленных в некоторых местах крыш уничтожает беспощадно всё то, что можно было восстановить и сделать достоянием не только Франции, а ЮНЕСКО.

[@UpsetGranny-yr5wn]

Loved the wallpaper, so gorgeous. I was thinking about why it is abandoned and its probably because its out in the middle of nowhere so no access to where people need to work.

[@deb0523ful]

It is such a shame all the old antique furniture and momento just wasting away. Shame

[@Gwenne-l8d]

I looked through the comments but didn’t see this mentioned. What you called a closet was mostly called a wardrobe. They also kept linens snd bedding in them. Houses didn’t have closets for clothing snd storage. The lace in the frame is a lace collar pinned to the ladies blouses. The net around the chair down stairs is called crochet. It’s made with a hook. The round toy on the dresser is a top. It’s handle is missing that you pumped it with to make it go round snd round on the floor. The big basin you called a sink and later a tub is a galvanized tin bath tub. I think that room with the tub snd wash stand and old fashioned toilet in the corner was used as the wash room in place of the modern bathroom you found later. It may not have had a bed and wardrobe in it originally. Great old house.

[@wildfireintexas]

Before I get too far into this video I would like to point out that the thumb nail does not match the castle. Also, 300 years of family history discarded. That is horrible.

[@wendylou8963]

Amazing. I can just feel the children in this place. What a wonderful place❤❤

[@iivililles5098]

Houses are like seasons, spring, summer, autumn, winter. Years lived in houses are like months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December

[@szwally1]

Thank you for these videos. It is sad to see history crumbling away. But also very interesting to see how these places were built and lived in.

[@BourneInTx]

Framed lace on the wall is a ladies collar.

[@debbiemason5267]

What a beautiful place! Such history! Thank you for the risks you take in these abandoned places! I hold my breath with every step! Beautiful pieces left behind!

[@samanthawest2162]

This castle may be 5 to 600 years old, just a guess.