Making Our Château a Home: Christmas in France, Year 3
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 ก.พ. 2025
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The past few years have been a long journey. As the year comes to an end, the five of us revel in the quietness and coziness of the Chateau in winter. In this episode, we discuss upcoming projects around the Chateau, enjoy gardening projects, organize the chateau supplies, equipment, and decorations after the workshops, and go on a Christmasy trip to London to celebrate Robert’s birthday and attend the Royal Society of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition.
Upon our return we wrap up our accounting for the year, celebrate Penelope’s 30th birthday, and prepare the Chateau for Christmas, enjoying old fashioned Christmas decorations and farmers market shopping all preparing for a lovely family Christmas Eve dinner.
We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from our family to you.
[00:00:33]: Reflecting on unexpected life changes
[00:01:09]: Embracing a new life in France
[00:03:38]: Moving the office to the Petit Salon
[00:05:01]: Cancelled renovations and adapting the space
[00:07:07]: Preparing for a trip to London
[00:09:02]: Gardening and the joy of roses
[00:12:21]: Planning bathroom renovations at the château
[00:17:00]: Anticipating a London visit and art exhibit
[00:24:45]: Celebrating a birthday in London
[00:27:01]: Visiting the Royal Institute of Painters exhibit
[00:30:19]: Returning from London and planning retreats
[00:32:05]: Preparing for winter at the château
[00:35:04]: Penelope's birthday celebrations
[00:37:06]: Challenges of French accounting
[00:40:04]: Christmas decorations at the château
[00:44:07]: Reflecting on a trip to London
[00:49:01]: Putting up holiday decorations
[00:57:04]: Preparing for Christmas festivities
Cinematography & Editing by:
Caroline Ibarra & Julia Leach
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I must say, I admire your father for giving up his scientific world and going along with plans for this wonderful adventure! Most men don’t like change and your father has embraced it. Bravo!
@@alexiblackwell9366 Most men do like change! If they didn’t we would still be in the Stone Age or living in tiny little villages.
You’re so lucky that your father has given you this gift in order to live this way. You all are very fortunate
Thank you for sharing your beautiful world with us. A very Merry Christmas and Happiest of New Year to everyone at the Chateau.
I love how Julia & Carolina planned the London trip to be suited to what each participant was interested in. Some joint outings and some individual ones. Being thoughtful and generous.
I always look forward to your videos, but this one was special. There was an intimacy present in a way that i rarely see in other "chateau" vlogging. There's a sweet respect and kindness shown for one another, and I'm very inspired by you.
Maruca is creative in such a refined way, that one would expect her to be giving workshops of her own. As she was leading us down the enfilade to the Mexican tree, in such a casually elegant way, I couldn't help but think about the confidence she projects. In fact, all of you are role models for young women. You are all working so hard to reach your goal. And it's beautiful to watch you doing it as a family.
I thoroughly enjoy your long videos, and the unhurried way that you present them. I soak up every detail of your beautiful chateau. Thank you for sharing them with us. Merry Christmas ❤️
Thank you for your observation and kindness it uplifting beyond words
Really enjoyed your father talking about the trip. It is fun when your children plan all the details for you.
So hard to believe it has been three years!! Your chateau looks beautiful for Christmas, and yes, cozy and comfortable and ready to embrace your need to relax and recharge. As I was cleaning up a very messy kitchen this evening-messy because I’ve made cookies and a gingerbread cake today and no space is spared-I was thinking about how much work it is to clean up after a week of guests who fill the chateau during your retreats. Who washes all those sheets and towels and makes up the beds and refreshes bathrooms and toilets? You all give so much of your creative selves during the retreats and I wonder how much time you have to recharge yourselves between them-as important as doing the domestic chores. From afar, I can hear your fatigue and your need to wrap up in blankets by the fire, take naps, drink cocoa, read a sweet book. Thank you for getting this video out before Christmas-as a viewer I am grateful. As a mental investor in your process, I hope the remainder of the year is a special time for just the five of you and your animal family. I recently downloaded a book to help me focus on being quiet and reflective for a time this winter, titled Wintering by Katherine May. Perhaps it’s message could provide you with some time to breathe as well. Wishing your family Joyeux Noel.
wow your elecuent writting makes us feel seen and understanding. thank you so much!
La décoration de tous les sapins de noël est absolument féérique, et celle de toutes les pièces de la maison est ravissante. Je vous souhaite de belles fêtes de fin d'année et une belle année 2025 avec beaucoup de voyages dans les différents pays de l'Union Européenne qui ont tous un charme fou !!
Merci! Bonne Fête à vous
Maruca's style is always cozy and elegant with touches of playfulness and color. Enjoy your cozy family holidays! ❤
Wow! a whole hour-long video - what a lovely treat, so looking forward to watching it - I'm just going to grab a drink.............
I like Maruca's cosyfication process and the whole family's efficiency journey. Merry Christmas!
Magnificent! I love that Mama is the keeper of the flame....letting the light shine for all of us. Thank you 😍
so beautiful how you brought life and art to this gorgeous chateau - Merry Christmas and many Happy New Years to come 🎄✨🎀🎉
The Chateau Looks Beautiful Ladies. Have a Wonderful Christmas.Xx ⛄🎄❄️🎁
@tinacarrol6702 !!!! Thank you so much for your comment.. We see you always watching our videos and commenting. Much love and Happy Holidays from all of us at Puy Vidal :)
What a fabulous treat🎉. Thank you for taking us along. Always enjoy your informative, relaxing videos. A very merry Christmas and wishes for a successful 2025 🎉❤
Thank you! You too!
Really enjoy your videos. You don't rush anything and it means you get to see the details and feel the atmosphere. It really shows that you are used to the filming process. I love the way you do things together as a family aswell. London is great at Christmas there's such a winter tradition in UK. I'm British but have travelled alot and still appreciate British Christmas xxx Have a lovely Christmas and New Year x
Merry Christmas to you all. You all deserve a bit of a break after all of the hard work you've done over the last several years. Sit back, do something you love and relax. Lots of love from me to all of you.
So exciting to have you ladies and gentleman back- best one in the chateauverse!
I’m sorry but this Californian has to gush. Every scene inside and out of your chateau is warm, vibrant and stunning! Not to mention taking us all to London. Your mom and dad are so fun and I love it when they share their stories on camera.
Wishing you all a safe and wonderful Christmas! ❤
I love this Chateau. It is so well done. I love the art retreats.
Enjoyed seeing everyone and the lovely trip to London! Chateau is stunning! Merry Christmas to you all from Boston!
What a lovely video, a chance for all of you to catch your breath, have a little trip to London and decorate the chateau for Christmas! May the holidays give you your much desired family time and fellowship with each other and dear friends! Best of luck in the new year! Cheers!
You are the sweetest family. Pure love radiates from your Chateau. The Christmas decorations are beautiful. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to each of you. xox
Totally enjoyed watching your video. Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Canada😊❤
Merry Christmas, this was a beautiful vlog to enjoy. I especially appreciated the natural background sounds. When you added music, it was gentle and calm to accompany the serene setting and lifestyle you've created. The volume was a match to voices, so as not to be jarring and loud. It was so peaceful that I found myself relaxing and breathing deeply. Congratulations on living your dream and sharing with others! Colorado Cherri
P.S. my only editorial comment is that I might have posted as part 1 and 2. I was hesitant to watch an hour long vlog, but I'm so glad I did. Cheers!!
Thanks for showing the Royal Institute of oil painters exhibition. It seems wonderful. You’ve inspired me to visit next year!
Happy Christmas to all at the chateau!!
Hello! Your Chateau is stunning! To all of you, Nollaig Shona! 🎄⛄️
Maruca always makes things so cozy and inviting :) Congratulations on another successful season! May you have many more :)
Beautiful christmas decorations. Chateau always looks beautiful. Loved the art gallery segment. Lovely painting. All the very best wishes for the New Year may it be filled with light, love and much happiness to your entire family. Dont forget to rest when you can. Been a long successful year for everyone. Love and blessings. Kathy Cape Town South Africa❤
Totally mesmerizing. Best wishes for a successful and blessed 2025!
Wonderful video!!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!
Happy New Year & thank you for your comment :)
Merry Christmas!! I was so excited to see you had a new video. Happy belated birthday to your father. You have such a beautiful home and you all do such great work in making things come together so many talents to add on too. Your mother has that touch a making things look so beautiful. Thank you for sharing another year with us . May 2025 bring you many blessings and success. Love from Bakersfield CA,
Really enjoyed this video! So personal , cozy, and loved everyone's talks. Love, London tour, walk through the chateau rooms and explanation of the Christmas decor. Merry Christmas!
Awesome thanks 🙏
Dear Caroline, Julia and Family, wishing you all a Lovely belated Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2025! What a fun vacation in London with the special visit to the Royal Institute of Oil Painters Exhibition 2024, and the beautiful painting with you all in your dining room! The many Christmas trees were a special treat too! Thank you for your Mom and Dad's interviews! Wishing you all a lovely vacation and much deserved rest!!!
I enjoy your family and the spirit you all have to work together making plans. Lot's of creative energy. It does seem like a lot of projects. Overwhelming to this viewer who likes the beauty of each room without all the modern things sitting on surfaces. It's wonderful when you get your projects done. Each Christmas tree and decoration is beautifully done. A charming home and cozy for your family holiday.
Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ⛄️🍾🎁🎉
Merry Christmas and thank you so much for a wonderful video and a nice slow camera technique so that each scene and shot could be appreciated. The Chateau and surrounding grounds were astoundingly beautiful and the holiday decor enchanting. I see never enough red candles and Xmas trees is your motto. All so enchanting that I left my cookie making to relish all your great family effort in creating this super vlog. Thank you, hopeful that even at 90 years I might someday visit. London and art gallery visits fun. Extraordinary. Mary Ann, Chicago
We await your arrival with open arms.
1:02:11 Happy Christmas to such a beautiful family, thank you so much for sharing your stunning home during this busy festive season.❤🎉
You all bring so much joy and happiness. Thank you and see you next year ❤
Thank you for taking us on your travels. London was beautiful. Your chateau really looks lovely, Enjoyed spending time with you all. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Love that you keep it real. Life is not always easy. You are open and your family connections show your solidarity. Thanks for sharing your adventures. Wishing you all success and happiness. We on the west coast of Canada feel connected to liberal thinking folk, it’s one of the reasons I follow you. Merry Christmas
🎄🎁✨️Joyeux Noël à vous tous et une fantastique nouvelle année.✨️🎁🎄
We are so excited to have you ladies back in the house- er, chateau ❤️
Three years--wow! Congratulations. Happy Holidays and 2025!
Merry Christmas to you all, and many Blessings for 2025 ❤🎉
Well Ladies what an absolute pleasure it has been to be able to part of this wonderful channel, the dedication you all put into the chateau is truely amazing. From our family to yours have a Merry Christmas 🎄 Take care and God Bless 🎄🙏😇🏰
It looked like a nice time of year to go to London with all the markets & decorations. The chateau as always looks so beautiful. I hope you all have a Merry Christmas!
hi guys! it's soooo delightful to watch, i love your office and the fact that you have a fire in your office - what a dream!!! the cinematography of these videos is so, so good.
Thank you so much Mandy! It means so much to us that you are watching our new journey!
Thanks for all the hard work you do putting out these vlogs. You make it look easy. You are that good. Have a blessed Christmas 🎄 holiday. ❤
Thank you for watching and Happy Holidays!!
Wow, Merci pour le partage !! votre niveau de creativite est extraordinaire.. Also your willingness to do it all without help, just the family, the book + pictures is stunning.. I am stoked....
A very merry Christmas to you all and a happy New Year!!! 🙏🏽🎄🎉
Same to you!
Happy Christmas to you and a Beautiful and Creative New Year !!!
Thank you for sharing your interesting and busy lives. I’m enjoying your journey. Merry Christmas and a very prosperous new year to you all.
You are so welcome!!! Merry Christmas :)
Très beau château ... J'espère que vous en profitez bien. Heureusement qu'il y a des gens comme vous pour entretenir et faire vivre ce patrimoine 😁👍
Love and beauty every where! Merci beaucoup and Merry Christmas 🎄
Merry Christmas, be safe, and God bless you all.❤❤❤
Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love from AUS🥰
Truly enjoy your vlogs and how beautifully your are enhancing the chateau
Nice to see you making videos again. Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from Vancouver Island , BC 🎄🇨🇦🌸
Thank you for the tour 🎉 Happy New year 🎉
Happy New Year and Thank you for commenting :)
@@ladyofthechateau 🎉
Merry Christmas to all! I love the way the château is decorated! Excellent video.
I love your channel! Thank you for creating lovely space here ❤! Happy New Year from a fellow vlogger from a cosy cottage in the heart of Europe ✨🎄🌟
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Always love the little peaks into your retreats and what’s happening at the chateau
Merry Christmas 🎄. Health and happiness for 2025!
Ahhhh - what a nice Christmas gift this video was. ❤🎄❤️
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year to all of you [including your charming pets 😊]
Thank you! You too!
Thanks for another wonderful vlog. Merry Christmas and a happy new year to all of you from Melbourne australia 🇦🇺 xx
Wishes for a wonderful holiday season and the best in 2025 with your fabulous workshop - hoping to see more videos
...Belle famille, belle culture, belle peinture, belles saveurs....continuez !!!! , de France...
What a wonderful surprise! Loved getting caught up with the family. A bit disappointed not to hear more details regarding your decisions about the renovations, but hopefully in the next video. Hope you have a sun-filled getaway planned during your down time. 🧡🧡🧡
Heartfelt thanks for sharing this wonderful video and including us in your story. It feels so cosy. Looking forward to your Christmas dinner and lunch. Happy Holidays to you all!
Thank you for sharing this vlog , such a realistic life . Chateaus require lots of tasks normally a whole staff to help . Hope you can have your office so you do not have to move it must cause distress . Love the shorter trees on tables as they take years to grow. Best wishes
Thank you so much 🙂
Oh I just wish I could help rearrange and organize the chateau 😍 looks like a fun game of Tetris
That's exactly what it's like!!! Totally like Tetris :)
Lovely Christmas spirit. Thank you!
I love that glass exterior door! ❤❤❤
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas even though Christmas Day has passed.
Many sincere wishes for a beautiful New Year in 2025.
Warm greetings from a warm summery 🏖 Australia.
(A seasonal contrast - )
Here in Perth Western Australia
(WA) Christmas Day was "only" 23°C (73°F) which is the coolest Christmas Day for 40! years.
The temperature is usually around 30° (86°F) to 37°C + (98°F) on Christmas Day in Perth.
Warm greetings from Julie. 🐈 🐈⬛
Thank you for the lovely comment and warm greetings, Julie! 😊 It’s so fascinating to think about the seasonal contrast-Julia and I were just talking about this the other day after seeing an Instagram post about summery Christmases. It blew our minds a bit, haha! Wishing you a beautiful start to the New Year in 2025 as well. Warmest regards from France! 🎄✨ - Caroline
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With only 29k susbscribers I would think not.
Merry Christmas to you both and your family from Ontario Canada.
Everything looks wonderful and cozy! What a great idea to make the dining room and a sitting room by the fire! I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!
Wow, this was worth the wait! I've been wondering what was happening over the lady of the château. I wish you all the most incredible holiday season and thank you for sharing what it's like to live in France and in the Château. It has enriched me.
Great video guys, your Dad is class, love him, have a lovely peaceful Christmas 🎄
A very merry, blessed Christmas, and a happy, prosperous and healthy new year to one and all.🎄☃️💛
Happy Christmas to you all too, beautiful film
Beautiful Christmas table decorations ❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing some highlights from the holiday season with us. Your video brightened my day and tell your mom I appreciate her aesthetic and laidback approach to just about anything! Feliz Navidad!
Love your videos and your beautiful chateau. The Christmas decorations are beautiful and the way I imagined it would have looked back in time. Thank you❤
as always, truly enjoy your classy videos...thank you for sharing your Chateau/adventures. P.S. - would never have guessed Penelope as turning 30, & your 'Papa' as 72 - Cheers!
Your decorations are just right. I love the simplicity
Same here . Elegant simplicity imbued w love, warmth, beauty, heart and soul . Such a talented,intelligent classy group of people and it’s such a pleasure to be invited to share the creative magic . Everything is done with a gentle , respectful touch for the chateau and each member of the family is so honouring and respectful of each other .
Happy new year everybody, I loved the video, especially the art gallery scene in London ❤❤❤
candles, trees and family, so amazing, thank you for the experience of joy, love and wishing you the same, happy holidays!
Merry christmas to all of you and thanks for sharing your incredible journey with us🎄🍾🎄🥂🎄
Beautiful, lovely decor, wishing all of you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!🎄🎄🎉🎉
I look so forward to each and every one of your wonderful posts. Merry Christmas to you all.
Thank you for sharing your Christmas in France 🎄✨ best wishes to you all in 2025 ✨
I love you profile picture :) Wishing you the best of wishes in 2025!
Such beauty for Christmas!
Beautiful and wishing you and everyone a Happy Christmas 🎄
Merry Christmas and Happy New year!