The Chateau Diaries

What is it really like to live in a stately home today? How has life in these magnificent houses changed since the world of 'Downton Abbey'? In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ ???? In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️ This is the story of how she originally bought the chateau at the age of 29...

I finally reveal the before and after shots of the renovation of our chateau kitchen, it's quite a transformation!!! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This Sunday, I reveal the before and after photos of the chateau's Grand Salon, and take you on a tour of the furniture, fabrics and objects in the room. It's been a long journey to get it to its current state!!! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This week I reveal the before photos of our dining room renovation, and explain how we turned it into the rich, welcoming room that it is today. Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This week I show you the chateau's Persian bedroom, and explain how we turned it into a grand, feminine, comfortable retreat. Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ ???? In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ This Sunday I show you the 17th and 18th century historic dresses that I've made for costume parties at the Chateau de Lalande! This weekly vlog follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

See the extraordinary renovation of a stunning Portuguese palace! I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to visit the future Torel Palace Porto during its transformation from sleeping beauty to luxurious hotel. Join me to see the painstaking workmanship needed to finish a building of this quality, and to meet the owner and designer who are passionate about preserving the integrity of such heritage whilst adding luxurious comfort and contemporary touches. This is not a sponsored video, I am just passionate about sharing the beauty of these magnificent buildings being brought back to life! To see more of the Torel Boutique Hotels (which I heartily recommend after staying in the Torel Avantgarde in Porto), click here: https://www.torelboutiques.com/ Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

As it's that Halloween time of year, I finally tell all about my encounter with our chateau's ghost, Henri Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This week I'm delighted to introduce you to the beautiful art created by the Artists of Lalande. I'm incredibly lucky to be surrounded by extremely talented family and friends who have embellished this chateau with stunning art For more details on any of the artists, email me at stephanie@chateaudelalande.com or go to: Oliver Strong instagram @strong.oliver Joanna Scholes: Instagram @scholesjoanna Website www.joannascholes.com Michael Potts: Instagram @michael_potts_photography and @michaelpottsf1 Website www.michaelpotts.com Michael Petherick: Instagram @picturepetherick Meike van den Akker Instagram @meikevandenakker Website www.meikevandenakker.nl Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This week I show you the before and after shots of our Tower Bedroom, as seen on 'Escape to the Chateau DIY', and show 'behind the scenes' footage of its creation. There was a lot of laughter, ingenuity and camaraderie as the whole Lalande team pulled together to create something truly breathtaking Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This Sunday we're preparing for Thanksgiving at the Chateau de Lalande! I team up with my great friend Michael Petherick from the Chateau de la Basmaignee to create a spectacular autumn table decoration, and we talk about the history of Thanksgiving and why we'll be celebrating it in the heart of France ???????????? Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ ???? This weekly vlog follows the adventures of chatelaine Stephanie in her French 16th century home, the Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

The Sunday Vlog is back, now that Advent is over But, as the Christmas decorations are still up at the chateau, I thought I'd give you a peek into our Winter Salon, where we celebrated Christmas this year. In this video, you'll see how it's transformed over the years, and I'll share my future plans for it I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas!!! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This week I reveal exactly how much it costs to run a chateau! If any of you are dreaming of owning your own French chateau one day, this video is crucial viewing for you! I break down our monthly costs, so that you can work out exactly whether or not you can afford to make your dream come true. But I will add one important point! If we’d known exactly how much Lalande would cost us over the years, we probably wouldn’t have bought it. But we muddled through from month to month and now we’ve paid off the mortgage and we’ve been here for 15 years, and I hope we’ll be here for many, many more. Sometimes you need to take a chance in life to follow your dreams. Most of us are capable of far more than we realise So, if you’re dreaming of owning your own castle one day, don’t let this video put you off, instead, use it to make a killer business plan and prepare soundly for your fairytale Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

This Sunday I describe exactly how the volunteer system works at the Chateau de Lalande. For the past few years I have been welcoming volunteers from all over the world to Lalande. I explain why I started hosting them, where they come from, what they do, and how this form of cultural exchange has changed the atmosphere of this 500 year old French castle The volunteer website that we use is: www.workaway.info Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France

Erin, the young, beautiful chatelaine of the Chateau de Bourneau in France, takes us on a private tour of her home. From the grand reception rooms to attics that haven't been touched in 40 years, discover this magnificent building that was modelled on one of the Royal palaces of the Loire. And see what a labour of love it is to bring these sleeping beauty castles back to life. To follow Erin's restoration adventures, I recommend her beautiful Instagram feed: @theintrepidchatelaine www.chateaudebourneau.com Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can choose to dine privately, or to join us in our convivial evening meals. For rates and availability, see our website: www.chateaudelalande.com

See the transformation of the Chambre de Roger at the Chateau de Lalande! Once the bedroom of the Marquise's faithful valet, Roger, who worked for her throughout her life, until she left him an apartment in Paris on her death! His bedroom was the one closest to hers in the 16th century wing of the chateau. The bijoux space with its gorgeous vintage French wallpaper, has now been transformed into a romantic single bedroom with a stunning 18th century four poster bed and a tiny en suite hidden inside the wardrobe! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can choose to dine privately, or to join us in our chateau family meals. For rates and availability, see our website: www.chateaudelalande.com

VERY IMPORTANT ADDITION!!! I recorded this video just before the series was shown on French television, and it has since caused a scandal in France. The nation has taken against a pair of our competitors, Audrey and Dimitri, for their criticisms of the other bed and breakfasts, most especially the Chateau de Lalande. Everyone's support has mean a great deal to all of us at Lalande, but I would like to urge people to also be kind to Audrey and Dimitri. We're all entitled to our opinions, especially in matters of taste. Not everyone loves the aesthetic of a traditional, historic home. I think that Audrey and Dimitri would have preferred minimalist, modern, designer surroundings. And whilst we will never see eye to eye on the type of home that we want to create and offer to the world, I don't think they deserve the depth of backlash that they've received. They were always polite during filming, and although they complained about the look of the chateau, I think they were fair in their scoring. Let's remember that it's only a competition, and life would be boring if we all loved the same things ❤️ I'm finally able to reveal all and talk about taking part in the French bed and breakfast competition, 'Bienvenue Chez Nous'! It was an amazing experience which was shown on French tv last week, and WE WON!!! My mother and I took part together, and visited the other contestants throughout France. Welcoming them (and their criticism!) to Lalande in return was incredibly nerve-wracking, but very rewarding. Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ ???? In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️ To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can

This Sunday I take you on a tour of the French Galleries at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York to see their spectacular period French Chateau Rooms. All dating from the 18th century, they're masterpieces of the art of interior design. Filled with furniture made for Louis XV, Louis VI and Queen Marie Antoinette, they represent the pinnacle of French luxury and beauty. I also uncover the fascinating stories of the patrons who made it possible to save these rooms, which had been ripped out of their crumbling mansions, and to reunite them with the finest furniture of the period. And today I'm making a very exciting announcement - I've launched our Chateau Diaries Patreon Page!!! So there is now an easy way for any of you to become involved in the restoration of a 16th century French chateau. For 15 years I've been bringing the Chateau de Lalande back to life, far from the public eye, and there's still a lot of work ahead. But the overwhelming response that I've received from all of you since starting this vlog has redoubled my energy. Already, the income from the adverts on these videos is funding the restoration of our Chapel of Saint Joseph! Together, there's nothing that we can't achieve If you're interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudia... Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can choose to dine privately, or to join us in our chateau family meals. For rates and availability, see our website: www.chateaudelalande.com

This week I finally answer a question that many of you have asked me - why has the Chateau de Lalande's beautiful lake disappeared? The loss of the lake is something that has upset me very much, and I didn't make this video before because I found it too difficult to talk about it. But, because of the overwhelming support that I receive from all of you, I'm feeling strong enough to face up to the problem and to fight to get the chateau's ancient lake back! This is a huge step for me, and I want to thank everyone who watches this vlog for your incredible emotional support, and a huge thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. I only launched our Patreon page 1 week ago and we already have over 100 patrons! Because of you I'll be able to commission a survey (costing several thousand euros), which is the first step in getting the lake back. YAY! It looks as though the dream of getting our lake back looks as though it could become a reality. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you're interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

This Sunday I indulge my love of porcelain and delve into the world of Spode! I show you pieces from our collection at the Chateau de Lalande and talk about the fascinating history of this quintessentially British brand. I’m so happy that, when I first bought Lalande 15 years ago, I went crazy in the Spode factory shop and bought enough plates to serve 30 people when there were only 4 of us living there I believed that one day the chateau would be filled with people and laughter, and that dream’s come true! (Which, incidentally, means that the chateau is also filled with a lot of broken or cracked plates, but that’s a price I’m happy to pay - and it gives me a great excuse to add to my collection!) A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. I only launched our Patreon page 10 days ago and we already have over 100 patrons! I’ve been overwhelmed by your response, and am planning lots of renovations to the chateau that I’ve been longing to do for years! It’s such an exciting time for all of us here, as work is about to begin on the chapel and the dream of getting our lake back looks as though it could become a reality because of your help. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you're interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudia... To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can choose to dine privately, or to join us in our chateau family meals. For rates and availability, see our website: www.chateaudelalande.com Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart

Michael and I have a habit of tackling weird and wonderful projects together, and on his last visit we decided to make ourselves loungewear based on 18th century fashions! He explored the construction of men's 'banyans' - loose, informal robes based on kimonos, and I created a nightgown, which was inspired by a design of Christian Dior... Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can choose to dine privately, or to join us in our chateau family meals. For rates and availability, see our website: www.chateaudelalande.com A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. I only launched our Patreon page 10 days ago and we already have over 100 patrons! I’ve been overwhelmed by your response, and am planning lots of renovations to the chateau that I’ve been longing to do for years! It’s such an exciting time for all of us here, as work is about to begin on the chapel and the dream of getting our lake back looks as though it could become a reality because of your help. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you're interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

Sevres porcelain and Madame de Pompadour - a match made in heaven! This week I look into the love story between the Marquise and King Louis XV, and show how their relationship is reflected in the exquisite works of art created by the Sevres porcelain factory in the eighteenth century. I was lucky enough to visit the Wallace Collection in London, which has the most stunning collection of Sevres that I've ever seen, some of which belonged to the most famous Royal mistress of all time. Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ ???? In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️ To experience chateau life, come and stay with us at the Chateau de Lalande! We offer accommodation in beautiful bedrooms in the original 16th century wing of the chateau. You can even stay in the bedroom of the Marquise! And in the evenings you can choose to dine privately, or to join us in our chateau family meals. For rates and availability, see our website: www.chateaudelalande.com A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. I only launched our Patreon page 10 days ago and we already have over 100 patrons! I’ve been overwhelmed by your response, and am planning lots of renovations to the chateau that I’ve been longing to do for years! It’s such an exciting time for all of us here, as work is about to begin on the chapel and the dream of getting our lake back looks as though it could become a reality because of your help. On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you're interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

As I desperately try to get back to France before they close the borders, to be with my mother at Lalande, I discuss the challenges facing us at the chateau this year. We're all in this horrific global situation together - here's an insight into the ways these uncertain times will affect chateau life. I filmed this footage yesterday, and since then the situation has continued to change. All non-essential business have been closed in France, and by tomorrow the situation may well have changed again. I've never known things to shift so quickly. All of our decisions will have to be made on a weekly basis, but this is my prognosis so far! I hope you're all healthy and safe. My thoughts go out to anyone who's been affected by this pandemic

This is a story of a romance that spanned continents and proof that love can blossom at any age. For one unforgettable day, the chateau was enchanted in a midsummer night's dream, and love reigned supreme! I'm so excited about this video! I can finally reveal Mummy and Percy's idyllic wedding, which took place here at the Chateau de Lalande. Because it had been filmed for the British TV show, 'Escape to the Chateau DIY', I couldn't show it until it had been aired - I didn't want to spoil the surprise for the viewers! But it was broadcast this week, so here are the official photos and the story of the most magical day that we've ever experienced at the chateau. A truly fairytale wedding! This wedding was a triumph of the Lalande spirit - everyone joined together and shared their talents and creativity to create something truly special.

Today I take you all for a Sunday walk to discover the Legend of the Christmas Oak - a tale of murder, remembrance and justice that happened here at the Chateau de Lalande, hundreds of years ago! I was waiting for a drizzly day to be able to tell you this tale at the foot of the ancient tree - if only we could hear the stories that it must have to tell! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ In 'Sundays at the Chateau', chatelaine Stephanie answers all your questions about life in the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. As you can imagine, your help means more to me now than ever. Because of you, I’ll be able to keep living at Lalande and making videos even though our chambres d’hotes income has been decimated by the coronavirus. I’ve been overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity, On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you’re interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

Discover the secrets hiding in the chateau's ruined mill! It's been the most glorious Sunday, so we all decided to go for an explore on the property. Selmar discovered a new path to our beautiful stream, and we wandered as far as the abandoned mill, where we found many surprises! I'm more determined than ever to restore it one day! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ I'm the chatelaine of the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France In 'Sundays at the Chateau', I answer all your questions about life at the chateau. There's lots of history, interior decoration, cooking and diy! A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. As you can imagine, your help means more to me now than ever. Because of you, I’ll be able to keep living at Lalande and making videos even though our chambres d’hotes income has been decimated by the coronavirus. I’ve been overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity, On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you’re interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

As lockdown starts to end in France, Mummy and I look back at all of the changes that have happened since it began. As our bed and breakfast income ended due to the virus, I immersed myself in vlogging, producing many more videos per week. Today I share some of my YouTube analytics, and talk about the extraordinary growth of this channel, and of my Patreon account, over the last six weeks. Mummy and I share the impact that this change has had on our lives here, and talk about what it means for the future of the chateau! Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ ???? I'm the chatelaine of the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France ❤️In 'Sundays at the Chateau', I answer all your questions about life at the chateau. There's lots of history, interior decoration, cooking and diy! A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. As you can imagine, your help means more to me now than ever. Because of you, I’ll be able to keep living at Lalande and making videos even though our chambres d’hotes income has been decimated by the coronavirus. I’ve been overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity, On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you’re interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

This Sunday we visit one of France's 'Jardins Remarkables', the garden at the ancient Priory of Notre Dame d'Orsan. Reflecting the religious history of the priory which dates from 1107, the garden is full of christian symbolism, but it also follows the monastic tradition of using gardens to feed both the body and the soul. There are extraordinary vegetable gardens, orchards, and an area for the cultivation of medicinal plants - even the walls of the labyrinth are made of edible trees. But all of those practical elements are contained within magical garden rooms, where windows in hedges offer glimpses into other worlds, and which continually surprise and delight... Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’

To celebrate Mummy and Percy's love in separation, and Michael Petherick's return to the chateau, we make a beautiful dinner table in the walled vegetable garden, with floral plates, my grandmother's vintage silver cutlery, and terracotta pots filled with edible herbs and flowers... Escape to the chateau with ’The Chateau Diaries’ I'm the chatelaine of the 16th century Chateau de Lalande, in the heart of rural France. In 'Sundays at the Chateau', I answer all your questions about life at the chateau. There's lots of history, interior decoration, gardens, cooking and diy! As lockdown starts to ease in France, we are allowed to travel up to 100km from home, so I'll take this opportunity of showing you many of the treasures of our beautiful region. A very special thank you to all of you who have become Patrons of the Chateau de Lalande. As you can imagine, your help means more to me now than ever. Because of you, I’ll be able to keep living at Lalande and making videos even though our chambres d’hotes income has been decimated by the coronavirus. I’ve been overwhelmed by your kindness and generosity, On behalf of this beautiful chateau that will continue to survive and flourish because of you, thank you!!! If you’re interested in become a Patron of The Chateau Diaries, click here: https://www.patreon.com/thechateaudiaries

Sundays at the Chateau are BACK! This week I delve into the glorious world of Toile de Jouy. This iconic French fabric has graced the decoration of the world’s most beautiful homes, from chateaux in France to mansions in America, for centuries. Instantly recognisable, it’s an icon of French design. But today I answer the question secretly asked by many - ‘What is Toile de Jouy?”

To celebrate 'The Chateau Diaries' becoming one of the top 1000 Patreon accounts in the world this week, I look back at the story of our time at the chateau so far. We were here for over a decade before appearing on tv or having a vlog, and its those years that I'd love to share with you today. It hasn't always been easy and I've been digging through old photos to unearth some of Lalande during the worst of the building work. It's been a lot of fun to look back!

This Sunday I'm delighted to reveal a local jewel to you - the Church of Saint Martin in the village of Vic. It contains one of the most important set of romanesque frescoes in France, which are nearly 900 years old! They are a masterpiece of 12th century art, and I feel unbelievably lucky to live so near to such artistic treasures. The frescoes and the church urgently require restauration. Both the French government and the local authorities have donated money, but there remains a shortfall of €40,000 to save these treasures. If you would like to donate, please follow this link: https://www.fondation-patrimoine.org/... The website is only in French. On the first page you can ignore the options regarding tax - they're just to give French taxpayers an idea of how much they will be able to deduct from their taxes if they donate. You will be asked to give your name and address - if you do so, your name will go onto a plaque showing all of the donors.

This week we explore the gastronomic delights of our local region of France, with a visit to the Goat's Cheese Farm of Poumoue. We're very lucky, because only 20 minutes away from the Chateau de Lalande, incredibly delicious goat's cheese is made! I take you to visit the delightful goats, and Guillain, the third generation owner of the farm. He shows us exactly how these iconic French cheeses are made, and shares some mouthwatering recipes with us

This week I share one of the magnificent cultural treasures of this area of France with you - Limoges porcelain! I've chosen to start with Bernardaud, who have been making porcelain in Limoges for five generations. They also own the Ancienne Manufacture Royale de Limoges, which reproduces extraordinary dinner services which were enjoyed by Louis XV, Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette. But far from only showcasing their past triumphs, Bernardaud has continued its long tradition of working with great artists, from Marc Chagall to Jeff Koons!

This Sunday join my friend Oliver and I as we go to the tiny village of Fresselines, to visit the spot where Monet created a series of paintings of the river Creuse. This largely overlooked series of paintings marked a turning point in his artistic technique, and Ollie tells us why we have the changeable local weather to thank for that!

This Sunday I'm interviewing...MUMMY! As we had such difficulty making a live video last time, I thought this would be a nice way to keep the informality of a chat, with the knowledge that I'll be able to upload it properly for you all! I've used the questions that I use to interview the other members of the chateau on my Patreon videos, and I discovered things about my own mother that I never knew! So thank you all for inspiring me to sit down and chat with her, using questions that scratch beneath the surface...

Today is a very exciting update from Lalande - we wanted to celebrate with you all because we reached the $20,000 Patreon target! I can't even believe it as I'm typing this, it feels as though I've awoken in a parallel, fairy tale universe. This video is a huge thank you to all of my patrons and viewers, and an explanation of exactly how the money is being used at Lalande to bring this chateau to a new Golden Age!

In this week's Sundays at the Chateau I explore the genius of Mariano Fortuny, best known as the creator of the iconic Delphos gown, whose sumptuous fabrics evoke the mystery and romance of Venice...

In this week's Sundays at the Chateau, I take you all along with us on our trip to the local brocante. We find many treasures, from evening gowns to table cloths!