I just stumbled across your channel and I'm really glad that I did! I just hit the subscribe button and I'm looking forward to future videos as you finish off this amazing mansion. The work so far has been amazing! What you are doing is what dreams are made of! I'm off now to binge watch your previous videos.
Hey Kevin😊 I just wanted to let you know that I just found this video too, and I will be watching all of their videos too. Amazing attention to detail, isn't there!!
@Kevin Keswick Wow! After I wrote my comment I read yours & at first I thought it was my comments bc that’s exactly what I was thinking. But, I reworded mine before I typed & submitted it! But yours was well said!!
As a poor man, at seventy three, I am filled with envy yet happy for all of you who did the transformation. Were I wealthy enough to do just this, I would pick the outskirts of some town that needed work for all of its citizens an literally knock out all the unemployment of the area. Even people who are imprisoned in local areas could use their handywork. From scratch to finish, a old west theme or even multi areas of interest
@@Uryendel Riiight. Because wealthy people have never got the local community employed on an architectural project. Except a hundred thousand times throughout history, from the Romans to the Victorians. And that's why you're ignorant.
@@Dom0o0o basically yes, wishful thinking disconnected from reality, sounds like the type of guy that if you give him a billion dollars he would have nothing left by the end of the month and would have spent it all in dumb shit Not even talking about the condescending though that the people in that area (who are probably richer than him) are some miserable that need his help
When you save a beautiful old house, you of course enjoy the pleasure of making it your home but you also deserve the satisfaction of knowing that you have benefitted society. You have rescued beauty and heritage that would otherwise have been lost. Thank you, and congratulations.
If only there was work!!! An extended family can buy a beautiful estate, fix it up, possibly farm the land but they'd need to work too and that's the problem. 😢😢😢
Nowadays people tend to buy smaller properties. Annual cost to maintain this mansion wouldn’t be affordable for most ordinary families. You must have sufficient resources to maintain it, pay property tax, bills etc
There are 4000 empty houses in each Italian province, no one should worry this at they missed one LOL, oh and guess how many provinces there are in Italy…
I love that the younger generations are getting into buying old homes that for sure has great memories. I’m sure the former owners wherever they are , are very very delighted for restoring the glory of their former properties. God bless you new owners around the world.
Thank God for people that are smart enough to get how important it is to keep really beautiful and wonderful homes so more generations can see and enjoy homes like this. God Bless you 🙂🙂🙂
I can't help but think how those same former inhabitants would be so psyched about the pool and varied use rooms! And the wine cellar! Wow, this is so awesome~ I'm glad it was recommended to me.
I live in America and my husband and I spent 4 yrs renovating 1/2 of a 2 room school house back in the 90’s. My husband was a carpenter and it was what we thought would be our forever home. However we ended up selling it and moving to a traditional home because we ran out of funds and motivation. At the end of your journey I would love to know your cost and hours spent. Both must be astronomical! I love all your thought and care put into everything. Best wishes for completion of this amazing project!
I'm a retired designer and have been involved in hundreds of major projects involving both new and remodeled sites. I am simply floored by your artistry, diligence, and hard work. I would have guessed you had twenty to thirty craftsmen working full time, and architects and engineers overseeing the complete projects. I will go back and watch the complete series. YOU FOLKS ARE AMAZING!
I just saw this vlog and immediately recognized you both from Escape to the Chateau (I hope I remembered correctly, as there are various French country home programs). I am immediately curious about the chateau in this vlog... is this property near or adjacent to the property you used for your quite wonderful wedding receptions? Edd, I also recall that your parents had an impressive property that you and Ana took over management when your parents retired. I loved the detail of your receptions and special care for your guests. This new project, I just need to tie it in to my very pleasant memories from another TV program. I too have restored many properties, from a 1703 house on Eastern Long Island, to several 1900s houses in the same area. And a "castle" in Southern Spain near Seville and some 19th and early 20th century homes on Ibiza, Spain. It has been so rewarding to restore every property to its most authentic past as possible. I truly admire you both. William
Msybe not he may already know what hes doing he's actually doing his iwn electronics in the place he said he sac6his election! Do there you go ..hes going to save thousands, and thousands of big bucks doing it on their own !
@@williambrooke6266 how wonderful !!! It's so beautiful giving new life to old, neglected properties, homes .... I've only watched, haven't done it myself, but it's so satisfying!
As our honest, intelligent, motivated and ambitious population is being replaced with those that don’t have these attributes, these things will fall into disrepair again, and eventually the west will become a Third World.
The hard work that both of you Ed and Anna have put into this house, along with the wedding business and raising you 2 little ones is amazing. Americans call your room a mud room.
After watching all of the Chateau DIY shows on TV, I just ran across this channel. You two were my favorite couple in that entire series. You don't seem to fight the way the others do. Always a pleasure to watch with your endless hard work, wedding hosting and family time. Simply wonderful!
Restoring, say, a 2500 square foot home to its former glory is one thing. But restoring a mansion, with the endless details present in all those rooms......that's another thing altogether. This is a magnificent home. I hope you derive enormous satisfaction in every glance.
WOW! I’m 80 and have worked hard most of my life and I can’t tell you how much of this work I couldn’t have done because of time and exhaustion. Everyone deserves a big pat on the back. Beautiful!
When I buy a home to flip, the first thing I fix is the landscaping and the exterior. If you do the landscaping first, it will have time to calm down and recover completely while you are working inside. The roof needs to be done early so the rain will not damage any work you do. If you do the exterior and landscaping first, the neighbors will be very happy with the visible improvements. Your work may inspire others to upgrade their appearance too. Everything impacts the resale price. Sell in the springtime when everything is green and in bloom. That's when you will get top dollar/euro for your work. The buyer will have several months to enjoy the property before the leaves fall and possibly reveal the neighbors.
I just want to stand up & applaud you two! You work so hard, are so honoring to each other, & do such articulate artistry in your renovations! Anna, as long as I live I will not forget when you were preparing for a wedding and worked until everything was exquisitely precise & then went to the hospital to have your baby!!! I'm signing up to be your American mama! So proud of you both! You're such good human beings! Well done!
In the States, if it is a room with mainly a washer and dryer, it would be called a laundry room. If the room has laundry but also other uses (extra storage, hot water heater, main electric box), then we call it a utility room. A mud room is typically an informal entry room where you take off/put on your shoes and coats and store those items. Love seeing the before and after photos and video. Amazing how much work you have accomplished in a year and a half. You are both such hard workers.
Having done a complete renovation on my current 2900sq ft house, I understand the hard work that goes into making a bomb site into a home. All the headaches, unplanned changes etc. You have done a stupendous job on this house and should be very proud of your achievements. I salute you for taking on such a huge project. It is fabulous.
What a beautiful masterpiece of a home. The Gold Leaf on the rungs of the open stairway is gorgeous. You're lovingly restoring this Mansion without interrupting it's natural blueprint. Can't wait to see the rest of your progress.
Found this vid by accident...what a gem! The work you and your wife put in, is amazingly impressive. A gorgeous home. I hope as your children grow up, they appreciate this legacy in the making. Looking forward to the renovation progress.
Great tour! Once again, I am so impressed with your sustained vision, commitment and energy for such a huge project. I don’t think I could stay motivated for just the parlour!! Concurring the learning curve for all the needed skills alone is enough to earn our admiration. Add to that the application of those skills to create something so beautiful and it’s bewildering. Can’t wait to see it completed. And on top of it all, you’re such a lovely couple.
You should both be very proud of what you've done there. Especially all the backbreaking work that Edd put into that place. It's incredible looking. I'm excited to see it get to the decorated stage and I want to see you at least spend a weekend there enjoying it. I hope you at least enjoyed the pool this summer. You worked so hard on it.
Your mansion has become a true luxury home, with a bright modern feel that works in seamlessly with the original architecture.Your choice of colors everywhere has really made the transformation stunning
It is the most satisfying feeling to work hard at something and then sit back and enjoy…….the look on his face ……..pride,joy and satisfaction…….kudos to you both ❤️
I am a native of Gradignan, and although I haven’t lived there in over thirty years, I have always liked the old mansions one can find in the region surrounding Bordeaux. Thank you for all the hard work you have put into renovating this old beauty. I salute you for your vision, your effort and your willingness to get it done! Bravo! 👏
Blown away by your progress. Ed, you and Anna have created a masterpiece. So glad you took on this project. I have been so impressed with your perseverance and still watching from PA, USA.
OOH LA LA......... TRES BIEN ...... de toute beauté !!!! so much work......the house is absolutely magnificent ...... great detailed layout both of you worked very hard at....... you've outdone yourselves as usual..... thumbs up! 5 STAR ......
I am always amazed to find Billy Petherick on someone else's channel as he really has his hands full with his own beautiful chateau and the convent as well . Billy and his family are all such lovely helpful people . You/ve done an amzing job giving new life to a once abandoned mostly dilapilated mansion . I'll now hit the subscribe button and do a bit of binge watching while you '' crack on '' .
You two have some of the best taste and do the most quality work. I am always impressed with the both of you but Ed, your attention to detail and quality is superb. You and Anna have a lovely family, too.
So happy you all saved and restored this beautiful property. Sell this for a nice profit and purchase the one you found last week and bring it back to life. Love following you all. All the best!
I've been watching from the beginning. So glad you did this video as it was a reflection of all the hard work you guys have done in a short time. With a family to care for , finding time to renovate a chateaux is unbelievable. Beautiful family!! Great job!!
This was a wonderful trip “down memory lane” for those of us who have been watching from the beginning! You both have done an amazingly beautiful job of the renovation. “Renovation” seems too simple a word for what you have created with all of the days and weeks of hard work. Congratulations and thank you for the vlog! 💕🇨🇦
Wow, do you have a treat in store for yourself catching up! You have to watch each week’s progress to appreciate the level of expertise and decor from Ed and Anna plus see their two adorable children - Charles and Emma - ‘lending a hand.’ 😅👌💖
Absolutely gorgeous. Thank GOD YOU PAINTED THAT FRONT ENTRY LIKE YOU DID IT IS OUTSTANDING. THE WHOLE HOUSE IS JUST YUMMY, I am from Florida and I love all the windows and French doors. Your little girl’s room is just adorable……. More to come and I will keep watch. Tks for sharing.
I've never seen people renovate homes from the ground up like this before. It takes dedication, knowledge, and skills in this field. The techniques used are different from what I'm used to, possibly because I haven't seen much renovation of old buildings in my country. It seems like demolishing and building anew is more common here, even among the wealthy. The techniques shown in this video and others like it are impressive.
Truly a grand house!❤ Such thoughtful restoration. Keeping the integrity of the house. It’s a shame the kitchen is always the last thought. The kitchen cabinets are a perfect contrast to the stone! Lovely.
Just stunning! You should both be extremely proud of the incredible amount of work you've achieved. You've managed to bring back the incredibly beautiful old world charm and elegance while adding wonderful fresh elements that appeal to today's lifestyle. I'm so happy for you both - an incredible inspiration to us all!
The work you two have done is remarkable, it is truly an act of love that brings back the splendor of the house. As for those who do not like painted wood, well the truth is that some wood is simply rather ugly and does nothing to enhance the space, I for one believe that not all wood is worth preserving.
OMG! I am living the same street!!!! and I watched this old house bacame new little by little. I always wondering what does it look like inside..until today I found your vedio. it's so cool
So nice to see the progress made on your “passion project” from the the rubble to richness. You’ve poured tons of love into this and it is definitely grand!!! Thank y’all for bringing us along with you and I’ve enjoyed ever bit of your vlogs, your family, flowers, wedding, friends and celebrations. Can’t wait to see more 🥰 See yah soon X💋X
You’re both simple amazing. What a beautiful young family. I love the way you love on your children. And yes, all the very hard work you’ve put into this fabulous house. I can actually feel your passion for this now “home” and hope you’ll be able to keep it and raise those two sweetie’s there. ❤️
What a gorgeous facade on the front of the house, and the size of the new pool was impressive. This was awe inspiring to watch. The amount of sheer hard labour to get a building that old and in need of repair is enormous. I can understand why local council want heritage buildings to stay within code, but why don't they also foot the bill to do so. Thankyou so much.
So lovely, elegant & tremendous hard labor!!! Done with such passion & love!!! So proud of your accomplishments with the preservation of this beautiful home & your loving family!!!
WOW! WOW! WOW! What a gorgeous place! Masses of work and still quite a bit to finish it off but you are to be fully congratulated. The house has a very good feel to it and what a lot of great pieces of furniture you can use with a little bit of cleaning and polishing. The mirrors are beautiful. Le tout...c'est magnifique et je vous félicite!
How beautiful. It makes me sad that our world (well "my" part of the world, U.S 🙄) doesn't have the same architectural soul they had in the "old days". Its bizarre too, they had so much less to use to create these majestic structures but yet there's SO much more detail and always a grand, towering presence.
It’s such a beautiful house I love the facade the balcony the plasterwork,the floor plan is so perfectly balanced and I love the staircase it’s one of the nicest layouts I’ve seen
I also stumbled across this video today! Simply AMAZING!! The labor of love that has gone into renovating this place is very easy to see. The pure joy of seeing/witnessing the fruits of your labor must make you so very humbly proud. Thank you for sharing this with all of us!! 🥰
I have just watched this episode and now I have a HUUUUUGE lot to watch seeing this was my first!! So it's G'day from Australia and yes I have subscribed to your channel. :)
Your Mansion is so lovely. Renovating a handsome building such as this can only be fun amidst the hard work. What captures my eye is, although it is a mansion, looking out through the windows and doors gives me a quaint cottage feeling. Vast building with a soft inner heart.
When you look back, it's always surprising at how much work was done. You two have really put a lot of work in this place. If you don't live in it, someone will be getting a beautiful home, with everything thought out for them, with no work, just enjoying it. I've enjoyed watching the progress.
Hii Guys, I have been watching your videos for a couple of weeks now. This is after watching such restoration projects done by architects , etc which are well produced episodes . It’s interesting to know that you all do your vlogs at not much cost. I’m specially sending this message to tell the two of you how inspiring it is to see, the entire house been literally restored by the two of you. Keep at it . Njoy your day
So amazing to see how far this has come! I know Ed also has plans for the grounds, which are going to be the crowning achievement in this project. Excited to see the next steps!
You two have done astounding work and work and work! I usually take a much needed nap after watching just one vlog. You must be so very proud of your beautiful creation!
It's amazing that a building can be 'protected', yet they allow other buildings to be placed practically on top of it. You've done beautiful work so far!!
You've worked so increibly hard on this and it's looking fantastic. I've enjoyed watching your vlogs as youve gone along. Can't wait to see it finished
I have been with you both since the very beginning and I have to say you guys feel like part of my family. All of the incredible work has paid off. So much blood, swear and tears but most of seeing all of the joy of your accomplishments come to fruition has been so rewarding to see. I remember when you first walked in and showing us behind those beautiful stairs. So many memories. Thank you for bringing us along. The whole place is built for comfort and the design and decor are so beautiful. Take care guys. Abiento.
ADORE! I would have fallen for the same house! It’s wonderful! The outside is just perfect.. has the perfect amount to say yep I’m beautiful.. love that you kept the crack in the molding.. love the molding in the first floor main rooms.. like the can lighting.. love the stained class door! Love the mosaic floor and the radiators. The stairwell is simply triumphant! Thank You for saving something abandoned! And the fact that you did all of it yourselves.. feels awesome right? Cute family! Best of luck to you all!
I love how lovingly you’ve restored this abandoned gem. There is a sense of reverence and respect in everything you do. Well done. Subscribed and very much looking forward to what is to come. Greetings from Munich, Germany.
Bravo is a word that pales in comparison to how I feel watching you transform what was into what is and will be. I must say, it is quite evident you put a lot of thought, hard work and love into this house. I can only imagine, after having been abandoned, how much good energy is flowing through its walls again. I am quite sure this house feels loved again. God Bless and Cheers from California.
Outstanding job I think… I love the color schemes, you kept everything practical didn’t go over board with opulence, the pool area is awesome you have a great start to a complete renovation you can be proud of.
What skill, vision and determination you have. A completely enjoyable and satisfying vlog. Thank you so much. Cheers, from New Jersey, The East Coast of the United States.
Being from the beach, yes noticed the Palm Trees at the first, wondered how old they were, they would have been majestic standing there when the home was in its prime and they were flourishing! Great job on the Chateau!
1st time I came across your channel & I’m super excited that I did! What a beautiful vision & execution of your dreams! Incredible transformations! This entire property & all its buildings will be thoroughly enjoyed by your family & all those fortunate enough to visit! Fantastic job! Thank you for taking the time to create, edit, etc this video! I don’t know how you have time for that, with how busy you both are!!!
This looks remarkable. Very impressed with Ed's craftsmanship. I have renovated 2 older properties (but never started with an abandoned house - just old and dated) I know what you're doing is a major undertaking. So we'll done.
Wow, 5 years to restore this home, but you did an amazing job it is gorgeous! Love the contrast of paint colors in the entry way. Those doors by the stairs are so pretty! Job well done.
This house exudes so much character and nostalgia. The renovation is of such high quality. I can't believe you managed that in five years. Even with a lot of help, that's still commendable. The use of the colors and the fact that you have left many things original also contribute to the character of the house. The first thing I thought of when I saw the facade of the property was Villa Volta. That is an attraction in the amusement park De Efteling in the Netherlands. You could put this building in the park as it looked before the renovation. I like this kind of houses because of the warm elegant look. Good job!!
Restoring and renovating these Chateau's are costly and time consuming and I get why you didn't want to take on another one. There has to be room in your lives for you and the little ones, with the business in your Chateau and raising your family is enough, the progress so far is astounding and beautiful, thanks for taking us back to the beginning. But.... if you should buy another one in the future I will be watching. Well done. Love from NY.
What a wonderful adventure you Folks are having. Very well done on all you are doing, what a difference you have made and brought this fabulous building to life. Looking really great and the shutters will really give it an air of history without doubt, you are preserving everything that can be beautifully restored and making a superb job all round. Love this and thanks for the viewing.
This is so fabulous, kudos to your family. You must be exhausted, but I believe you are destined to help save properties from total ruin! God bless you! 😇😇😇
I can’t wait until the renovation is completely done. The work is still in progress, and it is now showing a life, a rebirth of the stunning mansion, cheers from California.
You can’t please everyone and there will always be haters. You’re the one who’s making a difference with these homes. So happy you saved it. I love the 3 colors of paint in the entryway. Thank you for sharing xx
Thanks Ed and Anna for the tour of how you have got to this point. I have watched all of your vlogs! It is certainly a luxury home now! Greetings from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Charles Sayre
Just found your channel/Vlog and really appreciate that you haven't really changed the character of the place that much. I get the impression that the people who lived here 200 years ago would recognize the place, except for the electrical wizardry of our day ! Thanks for taking the time to show us around, I can already see myself immersed in previous videos.
Loved seeing the whole mansion, it is such a beautiful place. You can really see all the hard work you two have been doing. Can't wait to see it all completed 💓
As always, the best, hardest working chateau restorers out there, I don’t know if Ed and Anna have another chateau in after all they have been through with this one. It has been a great ride for us your fans and we are looking forward or more of your adventures with them.
There are some chateau owners out there who should hang their heads in shame when you see the level of work achieved here in the same time frame that they have had theirs on TH-cam!
Wow - I take my hat off to you mate. It took us 8 years to build out place in Australia. You are a very skilled person doing what you have done. I can't wait to see the completed project. You all should be very happy with the progress.
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I just stumbled across your channel and I'm really glad that I did! I just hit the subscribe button and I'm looking forward to future videos as you finish off this amazing mansion. The work so far has been amazing!
What you are doing is what dreams are made of! I'm off now to binge watch your previous videos.
Hey Kevin😊 I just wanted to let you know that I just found this video too, and I will be watching all of their videos too. Amazing attention to detail, isn't there!!
Ha ha, same here. Just found this channel!
Ditto!
@Kevin Keswick Wow! After I wrote my comment I read yours & at first I thought it was my comments bc that’s exactly what I was thinking. But, I reworded mine before I typed & submitted it! But yours was well said!!
@@soniatriana9091 same
As a poor man, at seventy three, I am filled with envy yet happy for all of you who did the transformation. Were I wealthy enough to do just this, I would pick the outskirts of some town that needed work for all of its citizens an literally knock out all the unemployment of the area. Even people who are imprisoned in local areas could use their handywork. From scratch to finish, a old west theme or even multi areas of interest
That's why you're poor.
@@Uryendel Riiight. Because wealthy people have never got the local community employed on an architectural project. Except a hundred thousand times throughout history, from the Romans to the Victorians. And that's why you're ignorant.
In fairness, the chateau probably cost him the same as a two bedroom house in London.
@@Uryendel Because he wants to rejuvenate an area? 🤨
@@Dom0o0o basically yes, wishful thinking disconnected from reality, sounds like the type of guy that if you give him a billion dollars he would have nothing left by the end of the month and would have spent it all in dumb shit
Not even talking about the condescending though that the people in that area (who are probably richer than him) are some miserable that need his help
When you save a beautiful old house, you of course enjoy the pleasure of making it your home but you also deserve the satisfaction of knowing that you have benefitted society. You have rescued beauty and heritage that would otherwise have been lost. Thank you, and congratulations.
There are 4000 abandoned houses in Italy... people! please get to work!
Love how you saved this beautiful house... all the best!
If only there was work!!!
An extended family can buy a beautiful estate, fix it up, possibly farm the land but they'd need to work too and that's the problem. 😢😢😢
1 million in the UK!!!
Nowadays people tend to buy smaller properties. Annual cost to maintain this mansion wouldn’t be affordable for most ordinary families. You must have sufficient resources to maintain it, pay property tax, bills etc
There are a bunch in Greece too. Just falling apart…so sad! 😢
There are 4000 empty houses in each Italian province, no one should worry this at they missed one LOL, oh and guess how many provinces there are in Italy…
I love that the younger generations are getting into buying old homes that for sure has great memories. I’m sure the former owners wherever they are , are very very delighted for restoring the glory of their former properties. God bless you new owners around the world.
Thank God for people that are smart enough to get how important it is to keep really beautiful and wonderful homes so more generations can see and enjoy homes like this. God Bless you 🙂🙂🙂
Fantastic!! and this is our old villa! look th-cam.com/video/cAbaru-diBA/w-d-xo.html
I can't help but think how those same former inhabitants would be so psyched about the pool and varied use rooms! And the wine cellar! Wow, this is so awesome~ I'm glad it was recommended to me.
I live in America and my husband and I spent 4 yrs renovating 1/2 of a 2 room school house back in the 90’s. My husband was a carpenter and it was what we thought would be our forever home. However we ended up selling it and moving to a traditional home because we ran out of funds and motivation. At the end of your journey I would love to know your cost and hours spent. Both must be astronomical! I love all your thought and care put into everything. Best wishes for completion of this amazing project!
As a builder’s daughter I congratulate you on the magnificent job you did on the renovations to this beautiful historical home.
I'm a retired designer and have been involved in hundreds of major projects involving both new and remodeled sites. I am simply floored by your artistry, diligence, and hard work. I would have guessed you had twenty to thirty craftsmen working full time, and architects and engineers overseeing the complete projects.
I will go back and watch the complete series. YOU FOLKS ARE AMAZING!
I just saw this vlog and immediately recognized you both from Escape to the Chateau (I hope I remembered correctly, as there are various French country home programs). I am immediately curious about the chateau in this vlog... is this property near or adjacent to the property you used for your quite wonderful wedding receptions?
Edd, I also recall that your parents had an impressive property that you and Ana took over management when your parents retired. I loved the detail of your receptions and special care for your guests.
This new project, I just need to tie it in to my very pleasant memories from another TV program.
I too have restored many properties, from a 1703 house on Eastern Long Island, to several 1900s houses in the same area. And a "castle" in Southern Spain near Seville and some 19th and early 20th century homes on Ibiza, Spain. It has been so rewarding to restore every property to its most authentic past as possible. I truly admire you both.
William
Msybe not he may already know what hes doing he's actually doing his iwn electronics in the place he said he sac6his election! Do there you go ..hes going to save thousands, and thousands of big bucks doing it on their own !
That's what I thought, that they were directing a crew!!! And then you see him on the floor laying hardwood ... Wow! So impressive!
@@williambrooke6266 how wonderful !!! It's so beautiful giving new life to old, neglected properties, homes .... I've only watched, haven't done it myself, but it's so satisfying!
As our honest, intelligent, motivated and ambitious population is being replaced with those that don’t have these attributes, these things will fall into disrepair again, and eventually the west will become a Third World.
The hard work that both of you Ed and Anna have put into this house, along with the wedding business and raising you 2 little ones is amazing. Americans call your room a mud room.
After watching all of the Chateau DIY shows on TV, I just ran across this channel. You two were my favorite couple in that entire series. You don't seem to fight the way the others do. Always a pleasure to watch with your endless hard work, wedding hosting and family time. Simply wonderful!
Restoring, say, a 2500 square foot home to its former glory is one thing. But restoring a mansion, with the endless details present in all those rooms......that's another thing altogether. This is a magnificent home. I hope you derive enormous satisfaction in every glance.
WOW! I’m 80 and have worked hard most of my life and I can’t tell you how much of this work I couldn’t have done because of time and exhaustion. Everyone deserves a big pat on the back. Beautiful!
When I buy a home to flip, the first thing I fix is the landscaping and the exterior.
If you do the landscaping first, it will have time to calm down and recover completely while you are working inside.
The roof needs to be done early so the rain will not damage any work you do.
If you do the exterior and landscaping first, the neighbors will be very happy with the visible improvements.
Your work may inspire others to upgrade their appearance too. Everything impacts the resale price.
Sell in the springtime when everything is green and in bloom.
That's when you will get top dollar/euro for your work.
The buyer will have several months to enjoy the property before the leaves fall and possibly reveal the neighbors.
The amount of work you have done is simply MIND-BOGGLING!! Hearty Congrats.
Lovely children - even more important than houses!!
Agreed! These guys are the master of understatement. Unbelievable amount of work, money, and love put into this mansion. Congratulations
I just want to stand up & applaud you two! You work so hard, are so honoring to each other, & do such articulate artistry in your renovations! Anna, as long as I live I will not forget when you were preparing for a wedding and worked until everything was exquisitely precise & then went to the hospital to have your baby!!! I'm signing up to be your American mama! So proud of you both! You're such good human beings! Well done!
It’s wonderful you to have even saved original plants and bushes and beautiful trees around the mansion. I applaud to you
In the States, if it is a room with mainly a washer and dryer, it would be called a laundry room. If the room has laundry but also other uses (extra storage, hot water heater, main electric box), then we call it a utility room. A mud room is typically an informal entry room where you take off/put on your shoes and coats and store those items.
Love seeing the before and after photos and video. Amazing how much work you have accomplished in a year and a half. You are both such hard workers.
Having done a complete renovation on my current 2900sq ft house, I understand the hard work that goes into making a bomb site into a home. All the headaches, unplanned changes etc. You have done a stupendous job on this house and should be very proud of your achievements. I salute you for taking on such a huge project. It is fabulous.
Fantastic!! and this is our old villa! look th-cam.com/video/cAbaru-diBA/w-d-xo.html
WOW, you all did an INCREDIBLE JOB in FIVE YEARS!!!! Hard to believe it!!!! What a GORGEOUS ESTATE!!!!
What a beautiful masterpiece of a home. The Gold Leaf on the rungs of the open stairway is gorgeous. You're lovingly restoring this Mansion without interrupting it's natural blueprint. Can't wait to see the rest of your progress.
Found this vid by accident...what a gem! The work you and your wife put in, is amazingly impressive. A gorgeous home. I hope as your children grow up, they appreciate this legacy in the making. Looking forward to the renovation progress.
Fantastic!! and this is our old villa! look th-cam.com/video/cAbaru-diBA/w-d-xo.html
Do you really think it was by accident 😉
@@renatoazevedo9514 A good "accident"😉
A “Happy accident”! 🎨🖼️
@@smilinacha for sure!
In America it is called a mud room, but where the washer and dryer go is called the laundry room.
Great tour! Once again, I am so impressed with your sustained vision, commitment and energy for such a huge project. I don’t think I could stay motivated for just the parlour!! Concurring the learning curve for all the needed skills alone is enough to earn our admiration. Add to that the application of those skills to create something so beautiful and it’s bewildering. Can’t wait to see it completed. And on top of it all, you’re such a lovely couple.
You should both be very proud of what you've done there. Especially all the backbreaking work that Edd put into that place. It's incredible looking. I'm excited to see it get to the decorated stage and I want to see you at least spend a weekend there enjoying it. I hope you at least enjoyed the pool this summer. You worked so hard on it.
Your mansion has become a true luxury home, with a bright modern feel that works in seamlessly with the original architecture.Your choice of colors everywhere has really made the transformation stunning
It always amazes me that there are such grand structures like this that have been allowed to fall into such a state of disrepair and neglect.
The French inheritance laws and death duties cripple most estates.
I know, I was shocked to realize this. Just astonishing
@birdsndog5932so, so sad and wrong
Oh my! I can’t believe that before photo is the same house! Well done, you’ve created a very special home! 👍❤️
It is the most satisfying feeling to work hard at something and then sit back and enjoy…….the look on his face ……..pride,joy and satisfaction…….kudos to you both ❤️
A beautiful mansion is hard to renovate but you two are doing a great job. It is turning out fabulously grand.
I am a native of Gradignan, and although I haven’t lived there in over thirty years, I have always liked the old mansions one can find in the region surrounding Bordeaux. Thank you for all the hard work you have put into renovating this old beauty. I salute you for your vision, your effort and your willingness to get it done! Bravo! 👏
What an amazing work you did You can be so proud of you! You renovate this beautiful Manoire with so many love! This is a awsome place thanks to you
Blown away by your progress. Ed, you and Anna have created a masterpiece. So glad you took on this project. I have been so impressed with your perseverance and still watching from PA, USA.
OOH LA LA......... TRES BIEN ...... de toute beauté !!!! so much work......the house is absolutely magnificent ...... great detailed layout both of you worked very hard at....... you've outdone yourselves as usual..... thumbs up! 5 STAR ......
I am always amazed to find Billy Petherick on someone else's channel as he really has his hands full with his own beautiful chateau and the convent as well . Billy and his family are all such lovely helpful people . You/ve done an amzing job giving new life to a once abandoned mostly dilapilated mansion . I'll now hit the subscribe button and do a bit of binge watching while you '' crack on '' .
You two have some of the best taste and do the most quality work. I am always impressed with the both of you but Ed, your attention to detail and quality is superb. You and Anna have a lovely family, too.
So happy you all saved and restored this beautiful property. Sell this for a nice profit and purchase the one you found last week and bring it back to life. Love following you all. All the best!
instead of ruining it, you brought it back to its old beauty. Thank you for sharing!
I've been watching from the beginning. So glad you did this video as it was a reflection of all the hard work you guys have done in a short time. With a family to care for , finding time to renovate a chateaux is unbelievable. Beautiful family!! Great job!!
This was a wonderful trip “down memory lane” for those of us who have been watching from the beginning! You both have done an amazingly beautiful job of the renovation. “Renovation” seems too simple a word for what you have created with all of the days and weeks of hard work. Congratulations and thank you for the vlog! 💕🇨🇦
Yes. Lots of good memories! Thanks!
I started after the extension. Had no idea they even built that !!!
Wow, do you have a treat in store for yourself catching up! You have to watch each week’s progress to appreciate the level of expertise and decor from Ed and Anna plus see their two adorable children - Charles and Emma - ‘lending a hand.’ 😅👌💖
Ahhh, yes, girls and their power tools and heavy machinery. Love it! Get them started early learning those skills… 🎉🎉🎉
Absolutely gorgeous. Thank GOD YOU PAINTED THAT FRONT ENTRY LIKE YOU DID IT IS OUTSTANDING. THE WHOLE HOUSE IS JUST YUMMY, I am from Florida and I love all the windows and French doors. Your little girl’s room is just adorable……. More to come and I will keep watch. Tks for sharing.
I absolutely love the restoration of OLD country homes and dwellings. Thank you so much for sharing.
I've never seen people renovate homes from the ground up like this before. It takes dedication, knowledge, and skills in this field. The techniques used are different from what I'm used to, possibly because I haven't seen much renovation of old buildings in my country. It seems like demolishing and building anew is more common here, even among the wealthy. The techniques shown in this video and others like it are impressive.
Truly a grand house!❤
Such thoughtful restoration. Keeping the integrity of the house.
It’s a shame the kitchen is always the last thought.
The kitchen cabinets are a perfect contrast to the stone! Lovely.
Just stunning! You should both be extremely proud of the incredible amount of work you've achieved. You've managed to bring back the incredibly beautiful old world charm and elegance while adding wonderful fresh elements that appeal to today's lifestyle. I'm so happy for you both - an incredible inspiration to us all!
Oh, that red in the dining room is sumptuous and beautiful.
The work you two have done is remarkable, it is truly an act of love that brings back the splendor of the house. As for those who do not like painted wood, well the truth is that some wood is simply rather ugly and does nothing to enhance the space, I for one believe that not all wood is worth preserving.
Incredible! I also admire how relaxed and easy your relationship seems with your wife. Congratulations!
OMG! I am living the same street!!!! and I watched this old house bacame new little by little. I always wondering what does it look like inside..until today I found your vedio. it's so cool
😎 there are lots of vlogs for you to watch as we renovated and then changed our mind a few times on what we were going to do with it!
So nice to see the progress made on your “passion project” from the the rubble to richness. You’ve poured tons of love into this and it is definitely grand!!! Thank y’all for bringing us along with you and I’ve enjoyed ever bit of your vlogs, your family, flowers, wedding, friends and celebrations. Can’t wait to see more 🥰 See yah soon X💋X
You’re both simple amazing. What a beautiful young family. I love the way you love on your children. And yes, all the very hard work you’ve put into this fabulous house. I can actually feel your passion for this now “home” and hope you’ll be able to keep it and raise those two sweetie’s there. ❤️
What a gorgeous facade on the front of the house, and the size of the new pool was impressive. This was awe inspiring to watch. The amount of sheer hard labour to get a building that old and in need of repair is enormous. I can understand why local council want heritage buildings to stay within code, but why don't they also foot the bill to do so. Thankyou so much.
So lovely, elegant & tremendous hard labor!!! Done with such passion & love!!! So proud of your accomplishments with the preservation of this beautiful home & your loving family!!!
WOW! WOW! WOW! What a gorgeous place! Masses of work and still quite a bit to finish it off but you are to be fully congratulated. The house has a very good feel to it and what a lot of great pieces of furniture you can use with a little bit of cleaning and polishing. The mirrors are beautiful. Le tout...c'est magnifique et je vous félicite!
How beautiful. It makes me sad that our world (well "my" part of the world, U.S 🙄) doesn't have the same architectural soul they had in the "old days". Its bizarre too, they had so much less to use to create these majestic structures but yet there's SO much more detail and always a grand, towering presence.
It’s such a beautiful house I love the facade the balcony the plasterwork,the floor plan is so perfectly balanced and I love the staircase it’s one of the nicest layouts I’ve seen
I also stumbled across this video today! Simply AMAZING!! The labor of love that has gone into renovating this place is very easy to see. The pure joy of seeing/witnessing the fruits of your labor must make you so very humbly proud. Thank you for sharing this with all of us!! 🥰
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I have just watched this episode and now I have a HUUUUUGE lot to watch seeing this was my first!! So it's G'day from Australia and yes I have subscribed to your channel. :)
Your Mansion is so lovely. Renovating a handsome building such as this can only be fun amidst the hard work. What captures my eye is, although it is a mansion, looking out through the windows and doors gives me a quaint cottage feeling. Vast building with a soft inner heart.
When you look back, it's always surprising at how much work was done. You two have really put a lot of work in this place. If you don't live in it, someone will be getting a beautiful home, with everything thought out for them, with no work, just enjoying it. I've enjoyed watching the progress.
What bravery you have bringing history back. These beautiful homes should all be redone. I love watching shows such aa these.
Hii Guys, I have been watching your videos for a couple of weeks now. This is after watching such restoration projects done by architects , etc which are well produced episodes . It’s interesting to know that you all do your vlogs at not much cost. I’m specially sending this message to tell the two of you how inspiring it is to see, the entire house been literally restored by the two of you. Keep at it . Njoy your day
So amazing to see how far this has come! I know Ed also has plans for the grounds, which are going to be the crowning achievement in this project. Excited to see the next steps!
The entry took my breath away- the colors, details, everything- I’m just so jealous but you guys have earned this - it’s spectacular
You two have done astounding work and work and work! I usually take a much needed nap after watching just one vlog. You must be so very proud of your beautiful creation!
It's amazing that a building can be 'protected', yet they allow other buildings to be placed practically on top of it. You've done beautiful work so far!!
What a great place to restore! Thank you for sharing the video, it's truly super inspiring! We hope you'll get more and more recognition!
You've worked so increibly hard on this and it's looking fantastic. I've enjoyed watching your vlogs as youve gone along. Can't wait to see it finished
I have been with you both since the very beginning and I have to say you guys feel like part of my family. All of the incredible work has paid off. So much blood, swear and tears but most of seeing all of the joy of your accomplishments come to fruition has been so rewarding to see. I remember when you first walked in and showing us behind those beautiful stairs. So many memories. Thank you for bringing us along. The whole place is built for comfort and the design and decor are so beautiful. Take care guys. Abiento.
ADORE! I would have fallen for the same house! It’s wonderful! The outside is just perfect.. has the perfect amount to say yep I’m beautiful.. love that you kept the crack in the molding.. love the molding in the first floor main rooms.. like the can lighting.. love the stained class door! Love the mosaic floor and the radiators. The stairwell is simply triumphant! Thank You for saving something abandoned! And the fact that you did all of it yourselves.. feels awesome right? Cute family! Best of luck to you all!
Really enjoyed the update on this property that you already put so much work into. It’s looking fabulous!
I love how lovingly you’ve restored this abandoned gem. There is a sense of reverence and respect in everything you do. Well done. Subscribed and very much looking forward to what is to come. Greetings from Munich, Germany.
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Totally stimmomg!1 The incredible hard work is very evident!
Bravo is a word that pales in comparison to how I feel watching you transform what was into what is and will be. I must say, it is quite evident you put a lot of thought, hard work and love into this house. I can only imagine, after having been abandoned, how much good energy is flowing through its walls again. I am quite sure this house feels loved again. God Bless and Cheers from California.
👏🙏🏆 My thoughts exactly ! 🏆🙏👏 I am a former Californian myself.
I'm in Bordeaux. Can I participate? With rebuilding.
Brilliant you have both worked so hard.Please show your appreciation to Ed and Anna.👍
Magnifique restauration. Bravo et merci de rénover notre patrimoine.
Outstanding job I think… I love the color schemes, you kept everything practical didn’t go over board with opulence, the pool area is awesome you have a great start to a complete renovation you can be proud of.
What skill, vision and determination you have. A completely enjoyable and satisfying vlog. Thank you so much.
Cheers, from New Jersey, The East Coast of the United States.
Being from the beach, yes noticed the Palm Trees at the first, wondered how old they were, they would have been majestic standing there when the home was in its prime and they were flourishing! Great job on the Chateau!
1st time I came across your channel & I’m super excited that I did! What a beautiful vision & execution of your dreams! Incredible transformations! This entire property & all its buildings will be thoroughly enjoyed by your family & all those fortunate enough to visit! Fantastic job!
Thank you for taking the time to create, edit, etc this video! I don’t know how you have time for that, with how busy you both are!!!
This looks remarkable. Very impressed with Ed's craftsmanship. I have renovated 2 older properties (but never started with an abandoned house - just old and dated) I know what you're doing is a major undertaking. So we'll done.
Wow, 5 years to restore this home, but you did an amazing job it is gorgeous! Love the contrast of paint colors in the entry way. Those doors by the stairs are so pretty! Job well done.
This house exudes so much character and nostalgia. The renovation is of such high quality. I can't believe you managed that in five years. Even with a lot of help, that's still commendable. The use of the colors and the fact that you have left many things original also contribute to the character of the house. The first thing I thought of when I saw the facade of the property was Villa Volta. That is an attraction in the amusement park De Efteling in the Netherlands. You could put this building in the park as it looked before the renovation. I like this kind of houses because of the warm elegant look. Good job!!
Restoring and renovating these Chateau's are costly and time consuming and I get why you didn't want to take on another one. There has to be room in your lives for you and the little ones, with the business in your Chateau and raising your family is enough, the progress so far is astounding and beautiful, thanks for taking us back to the beginning. But.... if you should buy another one in the future I will be watching. Well done. Love from NY.
What a wonderful adventure you Folks are having.
Very well done on all you are doing, what a difference you have made and brought this fabulous building to life. Looking really great and the shutters will really give it an air of history without doubt, you are preserving everything that can be beautifully restored and making a superb job all round. Love this and thanks for the viewing.
This is so fabulous, kudos to your family. You must be exhausted, but I believe you are destined to help save properties from total ruin! God bless you! 😇😇😇
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I can’t wait until the renovation is completely done. The work is still in progress, and it is now showing a life, a rebirth of the stunning mansion, cheers from California.
You can’t please everyone and there will always be haters. You’re the one who’s making a difference with these homes. So happy you saved it. I love the 3 colors of paint in the entryway. Thank you for sharing xx
What a beautiful chateau, so glad that you’re preserving it. I love your meticulous attention to detail!!!
Thanks Ed and Anna for the tour of how you have got to this point. I have watched all of your vlogs! It is certainly a luxury home now! Greetings from Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Charles Sayre
Just found your channel/Vlog and really appreciate that you haven't really changed the character of the place that much. I get the impression that the people who lived here 200 years ago would recognize the place, except for the electrical wizardry of our day ! Thanks for taking the time to show us around, I can already see myself immersed in previous videos.
Loved seeing the whole mansion, it is such a beautiful place. You can really see all the hard work you two have been doing. Can't wait to see it all completed 💓
Remarkable amount of craftsmanship as well as an astounding amount of work. You are an amazing team.
Think their steady personalities have helped. Can do attitude. Plus skills of course.
Nothing like re-building a home from the inside out........ What an effort you guys put in. I cant wait to see the finished product.......
As always, the best, hardest working chateau restorers out there, I don’t know if Ed and Anna have another chateau in after all they have been through with this one. It has been a great ride for us your fans and we are looking forward or more of your adventures with them.
There are some chateau owners out there who should hang their heads in shame when you see the level of work achieved here in the same time frame that they have had theirs on TH-cam!
It’s amazing how much you’ve accomplished in the last 5 years!
I love that I found you all!! I watched you on TV and now here you are. I have a lot to catch up on!!
Congratulations. You are doing amazing work.
I love how you are both so involved in the work and really get your hands in there. My favourite chateau couple/channel for sure!
Wow - I take my hat off to you mate. It took us 8 years to build out place in Australia. You are a very skilled person doing what you have done. I can't wait to see the completed project. You all should be very happy with the progress.
I was so pleased to see a beautiful French property tastefully renovated . Congratulations to you both.