NEW Antiques for our French CHATEAU = MAJOR DECLUTTERING 🧹🏰

[@JenniferKokoski]

All the Christmas 2023 vlogs are done so now I'm rewatching stuff i missed from the year. So nice to visit with this cheery group.

[@Tea-nOpals]

'It's a thing!' lol Yup, you definitely have a cool thing. The outside work with always-cool Nick and crew is amazing

[@lukehilton493]

That velvet sofa in the Salon is giving me very strong Gryffindor Common Room vibes and I'm here for ALL OF IT

[@baronetessdawson]

🤍🤍🤍

[@janetwhitney233]

Dan coming in brought such a warm feeling. His drone photos are beautiful. Just the topper for the film ending.

[@joseeallyn9950]

I love that you are so happy and enthusiastic. It was good to see Dan, such a sweet man.

[@junkogreene5644]

Dan got some lovely shots with the drone. The chateau looks as if it's out of a fairy tale!

[@staceyhogg7664]

It's such a breath of fresh air seeing mummy and Percy's love for each other.

[@RickFlood]

They are both lovely people

[@nancyblandin755]

Dan is priceless, such a good guy!

[@mommashawna707]

Your mother and Percy are just adorable. I can’t even, got me teared up.

[@nw5835]

Love how Amaury keeps his hand behind his back cos' he's holding a ciggy.

[@sidoniejansson403]

Lalande covered with snow is so beautiful! 😍❄

[@taitweigel64]

This was a mixed emotion vlog. I cried seeing Mommy and Percy saying goodbye, and cheered when the men removed all the hoard from the unfinished suite for Nati. I had wondered what happened to that room. Always a joy to spend time with you and all the volunteers, staff, and friends at LaLande.

[@Lilypad5493]

I had that lump thing going on in my throat when mummy and Percy were saying good bye, such a lovely couple. Clean outs are good for the sole but also buying new things are just as good too nothing like change . Love this Channel such fun to watch always brings a smile or tears sometimes ❤🧡💜💚💙💛

[@spiritofanu3112]

I had wondered as well what had happened to Nati’s suite. Glad to see, it is back on track

[@larissap6586]

Couldn’t have said it better myself ❤️🇨🇦

[@reladie]

What happened to Ian who was renovating Natis apartment.

[@pamelac.410]

Yes, wasn't it over a year ago they were working on it, and then all mention of it ended.

[@nogginsvintageandretro9683]

Every time a chandelier is being put up it reminds me of the only fools and horses sketch

[@inspiredthistle]

The look on your Mummy;s face when she saw you in the airport was priceless. I’m sure she appreciated you being there to support her as she said goodbye to Percy. Parting is such sweet sorrow 😢. I was super impressed by your clear out. Wish I had a team to help me do a huge purge, like that. My favorite thing you brought back was the Chesterfield. It makes that room so cozy.

[@JulentesDing]

Wow- i had thought natties appartment is long time ago finished.. i was wondering why i never see ian working in the chateau

[@msilas5577]

Michael has stunningly boyish good looks, I don’t think Marie Kondo would be upset at the comparison 😊

[@richaelblewett5068]

Lol, Michael Potts I lived in Hawaii in the 1970's and I can honestly say I never ever saw anyone native, tourist, resident or military wearing an Hawaiian shirt such as that! I can't believe you've hung onto it for this long?!?! Bless your heart. Lol

[@bettygehm2436]

Nice that Michael could help you with the clean out. A nice surprise at Heathrow for Mummy and Percy. That Gerald is a good secret keeper. All the new additions are amazing.

[@FarmgirlFriday]

As a fellow hoarder who has to do periodic clean outs, it’s great to see you also doing a little spring cleaning. I am also seeing parts of the chateau that I haven’t before so that is quite fun! Will look forward to seeing what you do with your newly cleared spaces in the future.

[@kimberlyearly8918]

I was thinking the same about seeing the cow barn and the little bedroom that will be the bamboo room.

[@sc0ttishlass]

It takes an extraordinary individual to create such a welcoming, warm and safe space as you have with Lalande. Stephanie; you, Micheal and Nick are great owners and friends and everything seems to fit in seamlessly, even though I can understand that there were hiccups along the way, so WELL DONE!!

[@wellnone9367]

I love Percy and Mummy - they are both such wonderful people, and together, are such a real love. Hugs to them, from England.

[@michaelalanjunak]

Stephanie, every vlog you make is like a piece of art to be admired and treasured. I take much comfort in these vlogs. Thank you 😊

[@charlenebabin3332]

I had a tear in my eye seeing how sweet the good bye was between Mummy and Percy! The best thing i have seen in a long time and I had a hard time not Just crying my eyes out! ❤❤❤ Love them!!!

[@mirandaash]

I'm totally with Micheal for Shakespeare nights - would LOVE to be a part of that!

[@jackierice4254]

Loved Dan’s snow footage of the chateau and the lovely snow footage of his own chateau and the wonderful work there of the amazing Nick.

[@mavep2855]

A whirlwind of activity! Always enjoy spending time with all the Lalanders. Thanks Stephanie and company🙏❤️

[@teresayeates3437]

Just a piece of advice, do a lead test on the bath before you install it. Some of the old tubs have lead in them and can only be used if redone.

[@lindamitman4538]

Percy and Mummy are just the sweetest couple ever. Michael always cracks me up - what a character. Happily you’ve cleared out lots of stuff. Can you now move stuff from Nati’s apartment to the other room where you have the bath tub stored?

[@susannesergent4448]

Why doesn't DAN go through the chuck out stuff for his Chateau especially bath, toilet, fire place etc, what a blessing 💞

[@bdlodahl]

Love the music you chose for this vlog! Always enjoy your ventures and especially sweet to see you supporting Isabel's & Percy's parting along with Jerry! Great to see Michael! Excited to see all the changes that will pop up as a result of your white van excursion!!! 💖

[@jasonward5407]

I agree the music is so much better the normal music has been great on my nerves and putting me off badly

[@RickFlood]

Darn, I was going to offer to obsessively reorganize all the uh ephemera stored at La Lande.

[@annaibarra3447]

Michael is so hilarious! 😂 Just love him, and his quirky finds. I can see how LaLande needs a nice clear out now and then. 🥰

[@rachelwyatt9529]

Michael is such a doll

[@carenvisser607]

The snow footage is simply amazing. Your home is a special place. Thanks for sharing it with us. I'm catching up on the old videos of 2 years ago. So nice to see the growth and improvements.

[@lisaakinlabi]

Percy and Isabelle are couple goals, so heartwarming and adorable. A great stash of furniture and treasures for the chateau, can't wait to see it all put into place. It's equally fun to see the destashing, makes me want to destash my own home. Hoping to get my legs working again to do that job. It's often difficult to let go of things that once gave you joy. I was a rainy day hoarder so I get it, you are doing well letting go Stephanie. I do like the pink sofa it indeed looks like a snuggly place to sit.

[@zenaslarosa5930]

I love all the people in Lalande . Stephanie you are one such lucky and well loved lady. Thank you so much for your videos, it makes me content to be here in the Philippines and not pine so much my life back in England. Let the past go is sometimes a good way to move forward.

[@judithclark2823]

My youngest daughter would love Michael’s skeleton 😅 Mommy and Percy, such sweet sweet love and romance❤ How good of you and Philip to surprise them. Stephanie and Michael, what a massive clean out and I love Michael’s boyish smile and charm. And then there’s Dan! What a great aerial view of snowy LaLande!!

[@TheFiown]

I have an old English friend in my village, I translate for her as in 25 years she never learnt French. She is a hoarder, books and clothes and her large house is full, her garage-s are full, her basement is full. She asked me to find someone to build a small extension for her, I said no ! These days I buy something I give something, slowly improving, it's a slippery slope and I do watch the TV show on YT 'Hoarders' to prevent me from one day being a hoarder ! That said, tomorrow we are off to Emmaus !

[@katiejones119]

I often get excited about new channels and I watch for two or three weeks, then I quickly lose interest, The chateau diaries is totally unique, it must be incredibly challenging to come up with something fresh, new and exciting week after week, year after year. It is a real skill and it is hard work. It never fails to provide inspirational ideas, insights for concepts, stories about real life and personalities and educational features. Well done Lalanders…and thank you.

[@jf1a8x1]

And again I am in awe that you just carry out bread and baguettes..without being wrapped! One tucked under your arm! LOL everyth8ng is wrapped and packaged when purchased here in the states.

[@patriciasinclair9278]

"I love snow at Lalande above all things." Almost a Jane Austen quote. !!

[@Kiwi-Mel]

Keep the flowery jacket! It's gorgeous. I once went to bed wearing a hat (freezing flat) and my now-husband said we hadn't been together long enough for woolley hats in bed

[@andreacatzel8259]

Love love love. Fabulous clearing! So sad to see Percy leaving. He and Isabelle are so adorable. That Hawaiian shirt must go, Michael! 😂 Great company, lovely food and continuous laughter! Perfect. ❤

[@piper6541]

I'm sure it still looks great on Michael! 😊

[@andreacatzel8259]

@@piper6541 it probably does!! 😅

[@Cardelrey]

Omg!! Great to see Sabina again! Missed her humor 😊

[@barbaramurray4191]

I can't decide which item was my favourite 😍 I adore mummy and so admire her relationship with Percy. It was fabulous to see her reaction when you turned up at the airport. I feel dizzy with all the to-ing and fro-ing ☺️. Congratulations on your epic de-cluttering, it will be so rewarding to restyle the various areas.

[@rnggall9640]

I so understand the 'just in case' when things are tight no one wants to buy it again! And with all the space you had it wasn't a problem. But thanks to your amazing videos you are able to breath life into all the corners of the Chateau!

[@denisesevera9490]

Funny lol how she's telling Michael how he needs to get rid of ONE retro shirt while she keeps all of her old clothes😉

[@carolinegooder7091]

Stephanie got rid of lots of her stuff six months ago. If he wants to keep costumes in Narnia, there is room. 😘😘😘

[@nmfn2011Pine]

Hello from Albuquerque New Mexico. I have been subscribed for not quite a year, but I have watched every video from day one and also other KZbin channels. I feel so happy when I get a new video to watch. Thank you so much for sharing. I love it I wished I could visit but sadly can't, so these videos are my visit. with love Irene

[@kerrylynnparsons9441]

Clearing clutter is what I need to do!!! 🤗❤️🎶🇨🇦🇫🇷

[@joannetwaddle4662]

Oh wow the snow is so magical!

[@claireangier3322]

It's always good to see Dan! 😊

[@willmills1388]

The snow at the chateau is beautiful

[@jf1a8x1]

I am in awe of the “snacks” you were able to enjoy at a petrol station! Gourmet food! We can’t get anything like that at our convenience stations when traveling!

[@Hunting2Restore]

I cannot wait! Have been having withdrawals of not having The Chateau Diaries everyday lol. I think I even have my husband hooked on your series. I keep telling him I want to visit there one day while researching my french ancestors 🥰❤☺️

[@sindysimms4001]

Same.

[@JustSaralius]

4:00 Finally some new music! I was going slightly mad hearing only those "La belle epoque" and "Enchanté" songs over and over in previous videos! (They are really not my personal taste, sorry!) 🤣😘❤

[@ash6811]

I had been wondering about Natti’s apartment and when we’d be seeing Ian the builder again. The clear out must have felt like a weight lifted! Saving stuff for just in case can be a life saver in times of need but it can also become a heavy burden. I think with all of the support from the community you’ve created there is no need to fear for the worst anymore. ❤

[@susanbender2953]

One of the Ian men died. Don't remember which one.

[@gillwalker8362]

Ian the plaster.

[@ash6811]

@@susanbender2953 that was Ian the plasterer that passed.

[@ash6811]

@liliboo I hadn’t heard that but that but what an adventure for him!

[@Sgirl]

@liliboo That was Ian the electrical guy/internet guy.

[@tazzabolts5761]

You have the best channel Stephanie! I love everything you do!

[@nanellevantonder3767]

I would use the old wheelbarrow as a planter in the walled garden. Lovely feature. Love love love your vlogs!

[@shirleymcneil4410]

Loved the different folks reactions to the big letting go! Michael s comment about moving stuff out to wards the furthest buildings.. Priceless. Then Michael does the same thing...from London...From Amsterdam...into the Chateau!! Thats hoarding Michael!!

[@carolinegooder7091]

Stephanie gave Michael a room in the attic for his stuff. There is room behind Narnia for a photographic studio. He just needs to keep it neat now. In front of Narnia, there is room for a bathroom and bedroom/sitting room. Maybe Antoine will do up the space when he is a teenager. 😘😘😘

[@patdowney4984]

It was so good when you surprised mummy and Percy beautiful x

[@garyc5483]

It is good to have a sortout now and then. Natties apartment really should be done by now. I bet she and Amaury cannot wait to get in there. BTW what happened to big Ian the builder ? regards from the UK

[@lanny7918]

Was Thinking the same thing what became of Ian and the progress for Natalie’s apartment 21:46

[@NickandJulie]

@@lanny7918 I believe one of the Ian’s passed away.

[@tinacarrol6702]

Lalande Looking Beautiful In The Snow Stephanie. Well done On a Fantastic Clear out. Lovely To See Percy and Isabelle So Happy Together. Xx 😘😊

[@dianak4461]

21:05 Michael gave the best response ever: "Steady on." Made me laugh.

[@martinethevenau69]

So lovely to see how happy Isabelle was to see you at the airport. Sad to see Percy fly back to SA. Hopefully they are both back at Lalande soon. Clearing out is the best therapy. Phillip & Amaury did a fabulous job. Lemon meringue is my favourite dessert. 💗🍋

[@christinebrown2765]

The drone footage was beautiful, well done Dan! Isabel and Percy, Stephanie and Phillip, Nati and Amaury are perfectly wonderful couples. While the community at Lalande keeps changing by arrivals and departures, the strength of connectivity between all of you is joyful to watch. Sending my love to you all

[@jaxstorey6734]

I remember Louise Hay recommending we say, "I'm cleaning out the closets of my mind" when doing a clear out. It really is like that, though, isn't it? Releasing the dusty past that once served a purpose and now moves on from our lives. I love how Marie Kondo has us thank our things as we release them. Hearing of Nattie's appartment, whatever happend to Dan the builder??? I really miss him 🥺 Is he ok? Love Jacqueline from New Zealand 🤗

[@kristyrash927]

I’m so glad Dan got drone footage of the snow. How beautiful 😍

[@TheSchkings]

I totally understand why you were keeping all those things for all those years AND I agree with Amaury that you will feel so light and free by getting rid of all of it. Well done, all of you!! Clearing out is such hard work!

[@kathymalloy6246]

Love watching you all. You inspire me to clean out my things. So nice to see Dan included! He is such a hard worker himself. As all of you are. ❤

[@mrkingdomsschoolofart2022]

I'm always envious of how you can all clear out dusty rooms without the need for dust-masks :) My sinuses would be a wreck for a few weeks after a job like that! Great to see progress in the out-buildings :D

[@1231ms54]

Glad you got to see your Mum and Percy again.

[@sharonmonson1510]

There’s something so freeing about doing a good purge!

[@cliffhorman6846]

So much progress being made. I love the way you all pull together and just get it done! Loved the surprise at the airport. Love love love Gerry. Some beautiful pieces have arrived at La Lande. Absolutely love the F&M picnic hamper. The new bamboo bedroom with be a triumph!

[@timdelaney2507]

(from Sharon, Australia) Oh Stephanie!!! Please, please please keep those bicycles. Tim and I were saying that we would have loved to have ridden around the surrounding area on bikes during our stay. Hopefully it is not too late. I am sure that they would be very popular with your future guests. Not to mention, we will definitely be back within the next few years and will ride them continuously .....

[@clairecooper9931]

Bless their faces when they saw you 😍 Mummy and Percy saying goodbye 😢bless them ❤ that hotel/B&B looked so cosy. Makes you feel so much better when all stuff has been removed. Lovely footage of the snow from Dan.

[@tinak5765]

I wonder, Stephanie, if you can send us to location and name of the B &B?

[@teresayeates3437]

Always love seeing Michael.

[@jasminelouisefarrall]

So exciting to see all your things you’ve gathered going to use 🥰

[@TheTimeDetective42]

Congrats on decluttering. Time is the most precious commodity and clutter shrinks it down.

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

Love to see you clearing out for charity! Your vanity is beautifully arranged. Seeing that homemade lemon 🍋 Meringue 🥧 makes me think of my mother, who passed last year, she made her pies the same way all from scratch, as well as Homemade Chocolate Pudding Pie with Meringue on top. 😋 😋 Looks like Stephanie, Micheal, Amary, Philip, and all Landers. You're off to a great start 2023!

[@MK-Farm-Michigan]

@@laurarobertson7294 thank you

[@annaholiday3881]

mummy and Percy “make a glass eye tear up” funny Jerry! Michael love seeing you keep that Hawaiian Shirt. We all collect stuff well done for the clean up!

[@0210rokvist]

What a job well done. I love it, when Dan pops in

[@karenleblanc6634]

the chateau was lovely with the snow...thanks for the view Dan!

[@sharon9399]

So wonderful to see all the snow at LaLande. Thank you Dan for taking that footage.

[@wildflowerwind6941]

I have wondered what ever happened to Nati's appartment build.

[@josephinetetley-jones2727]

I'm very excited about the bamboo bedroom with chinoiserie wallpaper!

[@Sgirl]

Yes! I remember Steph contemplating painting her bamboo furniture and I and many others begged her not to. So happy they're getting a reprieve and will be together in a room. Those pieces are lovely 😍

[@annemaxwell9975]

It's wonderful to have a clear out. You will feel lighter than air. Well done.

[@ShineKelly]

Weirdly I do so love to watch the de-cluttering!

[@mattneillninasmom]

Transitions. Out with the old, in with the new - although, the painted chandelier in Isabelle's space which will be replaced by the 2 new ones, is adorable. Hope you find a good spot for it! Lelande has truly settled into winter, and its occupants along with it.

[@kimberlyearly8918]

The two new ones are going way up on the beams not over the table. The little one will still be there until they find something else.

[@cynhanrahan4012]

Anyone who has lived through times of lack knows the value of saving for a rainy day. That's not hoarding, that's being frugal and prepared. And the sentimental family things - they always get to stay. So many sweet memories. But you did end up with a very nice bit for charity that someone else will give a good home. Look at all the organized space you have now. And a bidet among the farm equipment, who could ask for more?

[@Karime70]

Amaury scolding Steph was very cute🫡

[@robynw77ify]

Amaury was very right about Stephanie! 😂

[@carolinegooder7091]

They are like brother and sister, but sister has been restoring a 40-room Chateau for over 15 years, and it is a business. Isabelle is also an issue for reusing things.😘😘😘

[@Karime70]

@@carolinegooder7091 I know this already

[@CreatedForHim1]

You can purchase kit's to put a new finish on your tub and make it look brand new. Pretty straight forward and easy to do.

[@judymossip7446]

You have inspired me to clear a few things, including what is on a shelf unit I made in the early 1970’s that seems to have become a bit unstable in the basement! Thanks team De La Lande! ❤

[@5578pedro]

I never, never grow tired of your videos Stephanie. I always love the very appropriate music too .

[@lewisnapton8399]

This show is a miracle! It is such a happy occasion just to watch!

[@monalingan9523]

I absolutely love this series. I so enjoy watching all the renovations, seeing all the relationships with amongst you all, and your trips around the world. ❤

[@annaluecke7591]

HI STEPH it was so nice to see you all together again. I miss yourVLOGS so much please keep us posted and stay safe.

[@kimberlyearly8918]

She posts every week.

[@anandhicooray5512]

Feel guilty when I see Stephanie decluttering. I confess I'm a hoaderer too! Have to start now. The Chateau in snow looks absolutely beautiful, like a vintage picture post card. Isabel and Percy's love at the airport is so heartwarming and beautiful. Enjoyed! 💖💖💖💖

[@lindefraser9148]

Loved the vlog as always. So lovely to see Sabina and Kim again. But I just couldn't sit still and watch all the decluttering. I had to watch the vlog in the kitchen while cleaning out my kitchen drawers, new drawer liners and organization. Thank you so much! job done

[@tamaliaalisjahbana6849]

Please, show us the Chinoiserie bedroom as it progresses. I love Chinoiserie. Bamboo is dirt cheap. Imagine taking a beautiful and expensive hardwood like teak or Amboina wood and carving it to look like bamboo. That is what exoticism and perhaps nostalgia will do for you. But I love it.

[@shardaramlakhan1664]

Thats it! I finally figured out who. Micheal Potts is.....he a cross between Hugh Grant and Donny Osmond! Love them/him!