I was entirely overwhelmed. As an appreciator and collector, I will need to watch this video a few times to fully understand. I could not believe the number of precious pieces collected and displayed so beautifully. Thank you Stephanie and Phillip for this amazing video of a portion of Ivo's collection and chateau.
Let’s all hope that this archipelago of culture is never disbanded and scattered. Such a marvellous place and Ivo so generous. Thank you for the peek into his home and life.
Oh my!! An Extraordinary man and his castle !! He is a walking treasure and recepticle of such breadth of knowledge. It's so heartening to come across people who are interested in cultures and histories far beyond their own!!!! I shall read his book for sure.
Stefanie you are taking us to another level with the access your friends are giving to their homes and lives. As usual your enthusiasm and humour are appreciated. You never travel without your machete , Why would anyone leave home without it ?One last thing, the sight of that carpet under the antique bed was a treat.
This is absolutely wonderful. Ivo is my dear friend and I know positively how he contributes to the conservation of historical places and objects, for the good of humanity. Congratulations for the interview!!!
I am really interested in Ivo himself. I would love to hear his family's history and his story of becoming a friar in the Holy Land then leaving and ending up in China. Such a fascinating history.
@@ilserules old families have money and money can buy almost anything. What it can't buy are the stories and memories along with the experience that make us who we are.
@Joanna Burger Old Account Judging by the stories he is telling about his family, they are old money. The history of his family would probably explain it pretty well.
Absolutely incredible collection...truly overwhelming. Ivo seems to have lived many lives in his lifetime: monk, married man and father, and the list goes on. Of all the objets you highlighted today, I love the orientalized portrait of his wife and daughters the best! What a work! Thanks for sharing!
WOW just WOW! A most interesting person and he truly is living, in a "living Museum". I want to know so much more about him, his family and all the treasures he's accumulated over his lifetime. You really are the best vlogger on the net Stephanie. You give us so much interesting content. A big Thank-you to you and all the Lalanders for making this possible.
What an enchanting Chateau! Among all the other Chateau tours this is the first where I feel the current owner is not just a restorer or decorator, rather he is the Master adding more layers of mystery ,myth and history to the 1600 + years that are yet to unfold!!!
As a former art dealer I love seeing the homes of real collectors and how they display their passions. Thanks for sharing this incredible chateau and its unique, fascinating owner.
Wow! Ivo’s castle is amazing. His collections… I don’t have words. How lucky that you are able to visit and see it with your own eyes. Thanks for showing us. Can’t wait to see part 2.
I think I sat through this whole vlog with my mouth open in pure astonishment at such an awesome collection of artefacts and the history behind them. Thank you.
I would love to hear how and why he became a Franciscan Monk and reason why he vacated the order. As well the history of his family.... He lives in a museum.
What an extraordinary man and his castle! I’d like to hear more about his time spent as a “monk”. Such an interesting life he has had and is still having
of COURSE he’s a crime writer. This is basically like stepping into “Knives out” or an Agatha Christie. The Batcave, the skeletons in the floor(??), the large collection of asian artefacts...the stories basically write themselves
This is truly overwhelming. I wish more people could get in touch with the history that this chateau represents. There is such a richness in the textures of lives represented here from all over the world. Give me a Franciscan history professor any day!
I was GLUED to my phone while watching this!! Absolutely FASCINATING!!!! I loved every minute of the history, the culture and the beautiful things!!! I'm just in complete awe of this gentleman and his family and all the things he knows!! Absolutely LOVED it!!! Thank you soooooo much!!
try watching on a large screen desk-top computer and get the real view and see the details. I am dying. All this glorious history from all over the world and the owner curating and so knowledgeable about it all. Part 2 is even better!
What an incredibly interesting yet humble man, Ivo is?! It was brilliant to see his chateau full of amazing artefacts and I could listen to him explaining their origins all day long! Looking forward to part 2 next week👌
I really like the format you are using for now- Tuesday and Thursday at my “home “ chateau and Sundays visiting at another chateau home. Although Michael was unable accompany you as I originally thought, Phillip is the PERFECT wingman! I hope chateau Gudanes is on your list…it looks so lovely in its chateau shabby chic videos. And the chateau of George Sand and Chopin. Thank you for taking us on these lovely tours but sparing my aching back and feet, not to mention my pocketbook!
This is by far one of the most comprehensive collection I’ve seen so far! The owner is quite knowledgeable and the home is spectacular. Thank you for sharing him to the world.
what a wonderful castle with all the historic treasures in it and the knowledge of its owner is faboulus, looking so much forward to watch and listen to the next weeks vlog about this……so interesting….
Dear Stephanie, I think it's time for the BBC to offer you a program! Your videos are getting better and better, today's was another revelation, bravo! Best wishes, X
@@arnicepernice8656 and @Snoopy She loves filming Escape to the chateau and I think it would be great for her independence and very beneficial for Lalande. So while I understand your sentiment, I find it very selfish. BBC would be a wonderful recognition for her. Maybe you are not aware of what the BBC epitomises in Europe when it comes to quality documentary making and the tradition of wonderful cultural programming.
@@arnicepernice8656 OK, I understand your political position, in my view it has no relevance when it comes to the quality of programming of art history and culture. Channel 4 is not even in the same league, and I am sure a little competition is only beneficial for the viewers, Stephanie owes no loyalty to them. But I celebrate freedom of speech, so I do respect your opinion, even if I can only disagree with it.
I love how he has carefully restored each and every space by respecting the architecture of the chateau and at the same time showcasing his treasures from all over the world with a carefully chosen decoration that varies from room to room to keep your eyes awaiting to be amazed again and again. Better than a museum I would say ! Wow ! Even having the resources, I can't imagine how many years of his life have been devoted to this huge project!
What a fabulous castle! And this gentleman is so full of knowledge and passion! What an interesting episode Stephanie! You could be there a year and not see everything in his collections! Thank you for the peek inside this treasure!
INCREDIBLE and AMAZING chateau, the man and his life. My favourite part was seeing the portraits of his family and ancestors.Thank you Ivo for your generous spirit. Many thanks to you Stephanie for taking us on this amazing historical tour. 🌈Excited to watch the second part!
You ever see someone and just hear a bit about them and you just know they are the most interesting person. This man Ivo is this to me. He probably has stories for days and days
There’s really no words to say how interesting this vlog was in fact it’s the first one I’ve watched several times. Your so lucky to have see his home he is truely an amazing man I could listen to his voice for ages please pass on my thanks from Australia 🇦🇺
What an amazing episode! I was so disappointed when it ended. I'm so glad you decided to turn it into two rather than condense it into one and exclude the wonderful stories behind his collections. I can't wait for next week. Thanks you and Ivo for sharing.
I must first of all thank Ivo for allowing us into his home and then Stephanie for introducing us to him. I could listen to Ivo for hours, explaining his treasures, the history of them and where they came from. I can't wait until I can watch the next one x
I dont even know what to say! Or where to Begin!! What a fascinating man and life. A serious thank you for sharing him and his Chateau. He could have an entire TH-cam channel just picking an item from a room and talking about it. I have honestly never seen a collection of items as interesting as his not even in some of the best museums. WOW....
Every single item, he knows the story and he's very generous with them, I love that he touches them, they're not just for display. A very interesting man.
I am watching in awe. Spectacular château and the collections of antiques! A museum, no less. This gentleman is remarkably intelligent and fascinating! Can't wait for the second part...
Wow!!! This is simply one of your best vlogs!! Chateau de St. Chartier is quite amazing. What a treasure trove of awesome historical pieces. The owner of the Chateau is a wonderful presenter of a truly world class collection. Thanks!!!
I'm absolutely speechless!!! Fascinating, stunning, mesmerizing, exotic, transforming, vastly educational, historical, gorgeously beautiful, are just but a few of the words that come to mind and still, I feel as they don't touch on the vast collection of descriptive words available to describe this enormously extraordinary castle! I feel SO fortunate to be part of Stephanie's channel so I could come here virtually! Teresa
Wow…..what a treat that was…..history of the world tour by a most humble host….thank you for this. Stephanie please thank Ivo for his generous tour and time, now it’s time for a glass of Amarone and some tagliatelle con tartuffo…. And big hello from Largo D’ Garda, Italy…..Ciao Ivo, Stephanie
Oh my heavens! This was truly amazing. He is just amazing and his home is wonderous. Thank you for showcasing it and please extend our appreciation for his taking the time to be so generous. I am eagerly awaiting next week. 💟
What an interesting man! I feel like he could write volumes of stories from his life. Look forward to seeing more of the château and hearing more about his life!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. Can't wait for next episode. Such an interesting man and his history and knowledgeable about all his wonderful treasure. I sat entranced from start to finish then replayed. Thank you so much for you Sunday treats, Stephanie (and Phillip of course). Please thank Ivo. XxAlex
I am in awe. This was spectacular! The history, my gawsh.... Ivo and his collection are absolutely amazing. Thank you for sharing this with all of us. It is really special.
Congratulations Stephanie about exploring the Chateau de Saint Chartier. I had the opportunity to be in the castle a few years ago and this inspired me a novel about its history and collections. "La conjura de Saint Chartier" that you can find in Amazon e-book I think this novel could help you understand the history of this fantastic castle Thank you very much Stephanie for your programme and Ivo for saving so many wonderful stories
Its amazing the amount of monasteries and convents that became chateaux. My friend owns one of them. Incidently, he found human remains in his place as well. This place was amazing, but, I wouldn't want to dust it lol
Mind Blown!! Ivo's place is even better than many of the museum in the world!! As a chinese descendant, I would say it's great to see so many of our history has survived through Ivo's collection. The culture revolution in china has basically destroyed most of our culture, history and people. Stephine, please send us our thanks to Ivo for keeping bits of our history alive! Oh btw, all of these must cost a fortune! please keep them safe :D
Thank you Stephanie and Philip for bringing us such a fascinating tour with Ivo. I could have listened and watched for hours. Ivo has clearly had such an interesting life. Looking forward to the next episode. Have a lovely day.
I can't get over just how fascinating this man and his collections are!! I bet all of his things are worth MANY MANY MILLIONS if not more than a billion!! Can you even imagine trying to keep all of those priceless objects clean and free of dust How cool that he found a passage behind the wall! I'm heading straight to the next video!
Wow! This place is a museum! He could charge money for tours maybe 6 hours a day 3 days a week. Have a B&B on the weekends. Had to play this over 3x! Excellant Find Stephanie! Would love to hear Ivo's whole life story. Amazing.
I was wondering the same thing....where is his wife and daughters?.....He said he was alone, when he was showing the wine cellar. He has a home in Thailand and in Barcelona. I wonder what other places he has homes in....
Dear Evelyn. Wife and daughters and son well and alive. They live here before but for studies and sport this was a little complicated. My wife drive 132 kms daily to took them to schools and here is nice but complicated: few schools, almost no doctors or medical care, no sports facilities...in Bangkok much easier.and funnier. Before COVID i visit them every two months and they come for summer holidays and Christmas. Now is becoming very difficult and thanks God my daughter Kor gave a nice phone with this wasap thing and we can talk and see one to each other. thanks and regards. Ivo
Ivo is such an interesting gentleman! He has collected so many interesting pieces and I very much admire the way he has displayed his collection. He would make a wonderful museum curator. Like Phillip, I was especially drawn to the painting of his wife and children and to the photograph of his father with the king of Spain. Can’t wait to see the rest of the chateau!
The most beauty fullest visit you made so far. Ivo Fornese is a very very special man with a full heart and a full life of love and tragic and friendship. Bless you for all you give to so many people to make them see again.
I just rewatch the diaries from the beginning and just look the one where Isabelle and Stephanie visit Ivo during the first lockdown. Imagine my wonder, when I step late into this premiere and met Ivo again. Feel like a timelapse. What a wonderful home full with treasures! How happy you are to visit him and explore everything. Looking forward for next Sunday to follow you again through this jewelbox of a Chateau!
The hotels and business towers, in our cities were inundated with pigeons but now they have specialty treated corn they put out on the roofs and gutters and it makes them hallucinate so they don’t come back. Stops the birds from crapping all down the buildings. It’s crazy , I can remember when there were hardly any pigeons in our city but they obviously have few predators because the city is overrun and even the suburbs are starting to get more and more of them. Maybe he could get some hallucinogenic corn for his pigeons, cheater than the processes he spoke of.......unless they like being stoned. Gorgeous Chateau , so many beautiful collections. Thanks for taking us along. 🙋🏼
Dear Jillippeper...Hallucinogenic corn...what an interesting idea. Probably some politics will need it too in order to become more creative. Pigeons and crows are a nightmare but some of the first ends sometime in my stomach. Thanks and regards. Ivo
It appears this incredible chateau went up for sale yesterday. The “museum collection” has been packed away and has hopefully found a perfect new home. It is even more of a privilege that Stephanie and Phillip made this video. Grateful thanks to them and Ivo for the most memorable tour.
Dear Pam, The castle is indeed for sale because I want to move to a more isolated area, also in a castle. Collections will go with me be assured. But nothing is sold and not any buyer around. Still praying for it. Best regards, Ivo
@@ivofornesa513 How kind of you to reply with this news. I know I speak for countless others when I say I wish you smooth sailing into an exciting new adventure. Your life appears to be filled with them!
@@ivofornesa513 Amazing collection and beautiful home! It was a joy to hear about many of your artifacts and story's of your castle. I loved your enthusiasm to share. I see here it is forsale, best wishes to you and yours on your next adventure . Thank you for sharing!
Oh Stephanie where do you find all these great people living such grand lives, what a gorgeous chateau! What fabulous history behind all his many adventures and collections! Can't wait to see what the ending holds next week!
Oh Cheers, Phillip is back and that wonderful chemistry between the Chateau Goddess and More Than a Camera Man . I simply smile at their banter throughout their entire videos together. They should make videos featuring a day in the life of Stephanie and Phillip!
Extraordinary!!! He lives in the most fascinating and beautiful museum I’ve ever seen! I hope he also writes some books documenting the vast knowledge he has on all of his treasures and collections.
Fascinating episode!! Ivo is the type of person whom I could listen to him speak for hours. I am sure he hosts wonderful dinner parties. Such a great place to live with good neighbors. 😊 Thank You! - Rachelle
I was entirely overwhelmed. As an appreciator and collector, I will need to watch this video a few times to fully understand. I could not believe the number of precious pieces collected and displayed so beautifully. Thank you Stephanie and Phillip for this amazing video of a portion of Ivo's collection and chateau.
Same here! You expressed exactly how I was feeling. Thankyou!!!!
Let’s all hope that this archipelago of culture is never disbanded and scattered. Such a marvellous place and Ivo so generous. Thank you for the peek into his home and life.
Oh he is a wealth of ancient knowledge! I’d love to just listen to his stories, his adventures and knowledge of the ancient world.
Maybe another few hours. I’d be in listening forever.
You said it eloquently! 👍
I agree completely, wish they could do small vignette vlogs with him from time to time
Oh my!! An Extraordinary man and his castle !! He is a walking treasure and recepticle of such breadth of knowledge. It's so heartening to come across people who are interested in cultures and histories far beyond their own!!!! I shall read his book for sure.
Would love to see more of the Chateau rather than just focus on his collections...
The true treasure of this castle is it’s owner! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful man and his treasures with us Stephanie.
Stefanie you are taking us to another level with the access your friends are giving to their homes and lives. As usual your enthusiasm and humour are appreciated. You never travel without your machete , Why would anyone leave home without it ?One last thing, the sight of that carpet under the antique bed was a treat.
This is absolutely wonderful. Ivo is my dear friend and I know positively how he contributes to the conservation of historical places and objects, for the good of humanity. Congratulations for the interview!!!
I am really interested in Ivo himself. I would love to hear his family's history and his story of becoming a friar in the Holy Land then leaving and ending up in China. Such a fascinating history.
Me too, how on earth can you collect so many antieks that are so extremely rare to find ? He must be soooo rich ?
@@ilserules old families have money and money can buy almost anything. What it can't buy are the stories and memories along with the experience that make us who we are.
@Joanna Burger Old Account Judging by the stories he is telling about his family, they are old money. The history of his family would probably explain it pretty well.
He must be prince of Andorra or something like that.
@Joanna Burger Old Account I was thinking the exact same thing
Absolutely incredible collection...truly overwhelming. Ivo seems to have lived many lives in his lifetime: monk, married man and father, and the list goes on. Of all the objets you highlighted today, I love the orientalized portrait of his wife and daughters the best! What a work! Thanks for sharing!
I missed this part
I wonder where his wife and daughters are now, he said he was alone, when he went to show the wine cellar
@@starsparkle999 I thought the same thing
WOW just WOW! A most interesting person and he truly is living, in a "living Museum". I want to know so much more about him, his family and all the treasures he's accumulated over his lifetime.
You really are the best vlogger on the net Stephanie. You give us so much interesting content. A big Thank-you to you and all the Lalanders for making this possible.
What an enchanting Chateau! Among all the other Chateau tours this is the first where I feel the current owner is not just a restorer or decorator, rather he is the Master adding more layers of mystery ,myth and history to the 1600 + years that are yet to unfold!!!
As a former art dealer I love seeing the homes of real collectors and how they display their passions. Thanks for sharing this incredible chateau and its unique, fascinating owner.
Wow! Ivo’s castle is amazing. His collections… I don’t have words. How lucky that you are able to visit and see it with your own eyes. Thanks for showing us. Can’t wait to see part 2.
I think I sat through this whole vlog with my mouth open in pure astonishment at such an awesome collection of artefacts and the history behind them. Thank you.
i think i learned history more from Ivo's descriptions about his treasures than from the whole year in high school
Ivo should invest in a falcon to clear off the pigeons!
I would love to hear how and why he became a Franciscan Monk and reason why he vacated the order. As well the history of his family.... He lives in a museum.
I was just thinking that myself as I watched the clog!
Dear Gilbert. Lady Stephanie know the whole history. I am sure she will explain if asked. thanks and regards. Ivo
@@ivofornesa513 If ever you write your biography, I would love to read it.
What an extraordinary man and his castle! I’d like to hear more about his time spent as a “monk”. Such an interesting life he has had and is still having
of COURSE he’s a crime writer.
This is basically like stepping into “Knives out” or an Agatha Christie.
The Batcave, the skeletons in the floor(??), the large collection of asian artefacts...the stories basically write themselves
This is truly overwhelming. I wish more people could get in touch with the history that this chateau represents.
There is such a richness in the textures of lives represented here from all over the world. Give me a
Franciscan history professor any day!
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING !!!
I was GLUED to my phone while watching this!! Absolutely FASCINATING!!!! I loved every minute of the history, the culture and the beautiful things!!! I'm just in complete awe of this gentleman and his family and all the things he knows!! Absolutely LOVED it!!! Thank you soooooo much!!
try watching on a large screen desk-top computer and get the real view and see the details. I am dying. All this glorious history from all over the world and the owner curating and so knowledgeable about it all. Part 2 is even better!
What an incredibly interesting yet humble man, Ivo is?! It was brilliant to see his chateau full of amazing artefacts and I could listen to him explaining their origins all day long! Looking forward to part 2 next week👌
I really like the format you are using for now- Tuesday and Thursday at my “home “ chateau and Sundays visiting at another chateau home. Although Michael was unable accompany you as I originally thought, Phillip is the PERFECT wingman! I hope chateau Gudanes is on your list…it looks so lovely in its chateau shabby chic videos. And the chateau of George Sand and Chopin. Thank you for taking us on these lovely tours but sparing my aching back and feet, not to mention my pocketbook!
This is by far one of the most comprehensive collection I’ve seen so far! The owner is quite knowledgeable and the home is spectacular. Thank you for sharing him to the world.
what a wonderful castle with all the historic treasures in it and the knowledge of its owner is faboulus, looking so much forward to watch and listen to the next weeks vlog about this……so interesting….
Dear Stephanie, I think it's time for the BBC to offer you a program! Your videos are getting better and better, today's was another revelation, bravo! Best wishes, X
I hope she says NO if they do.
@@arnicepernice8656 and @Snoopy She loves filming Escape to the chateau and I think it would be great for her independence and very beneficial for Lalande. So while I understand your sentiment, I find it very selfish. BBC would be a wonderful recognition for her. Maybe you are not aware of what the BBC epitomises in Europe when it comes to quality documentary making and the tradition of wonderful cultural programming.
@@arnicepernice8656 OK, I understand your political position, in my view it has no relevance when it comes to the quality of programming of art history and culture. Channel 4 is not even in the same league, and I am sure a little competition is only beneficial for the viewers, Stephanie owes no loyalty to them. But I celebrate freedom of speech, so I do respect your opinion, even if I can only disagree with it.
OMG what a fascinating person and his chateau is absolutely amazing, what a collection!
I love how he has carefully restored each and every space by respecting the architecture of the chateau and at the same time showcasing his treasures from all over the world with a carefully chosen decoration that varies from room to room to keep your eyes awaiting to be amazed again and again. Better than a museum I would say ! Wow ! Even having the resources, I can't imagine how many years of his life have been devoted to this huge project!
What a fabulous castle! And this gentleman is so full of knowledge and passion! What an interesting episode Stephanie! You could be there a year and not see everything in his collections! Thank you for the peek inside this treasure!
INCREDIBLE and AMAZING chateau, the man and his life. My favourite part was seeing the portraits of his family and ancestors.Thank you Ivo for your generous spirit. Many thanks to you Stephanie for taking us on this amazing historical tour. 🌈Excited to watch the second part!
You ever see someone and just hear a bit about them and you just know they are the most interesting person. This man Ivo is this to me. He probably has stories for days and days
There’s really no words to say how interesting this vlog was in fact it’s the first one I’ve watched several times. Your so lucky to have see his home he is truely an amazing man I could listen to his voice for ages please pass on my thanks from Australia 🇦🇺
Ivo is so fascinating!! Such an interesting life. His castle is spectacular. Please let him know how much we appreciate his hospitality!!
What an amazing episode! I was so disappointed when it ended. I'm so glad you decided to turn it into two rather than condense it into one and exclude the wonderful stories behind his collections. I can't wait for next week. Thanks you and Ivo for sharing.
I must first of all thank Ivo for allowing us into his home and then Stephanie for introducing us to him. I could listen to Ivo for hours, explaining his treasures, the history of them and where they came from. I can't wait until I can watch the next one x
I dont even know what to say! Or where to Begin!! What a fascinating man and life. A serious thank you for sharing him and his Chateau. He could have an entire TH-cam channel just picking an item from a room and talking about it. I have honestly never seen a collection of items as interesting as his not even in some of the best museums. WOW....
Every single item, he knows the story and he's very generous with them, I love that he touches them, they're not just for display. A very interesting man.
What a treat! I was hoping we would see more of this man. An interview someday? He’s fascinating.
I am watching in awe. Spectacular château and the collections of antiques! A museum, no less. This gentleman is remarkably intelligent and fascinating! Can't wait for the second part...
Wow!!! This is simply one of your best vlogs!! Chateau de St. Chartier is quite amazing. What a treasure trove of awesome historical pieces. The owner of the Chateau is a wonderful presenter of a truly world class collection. Thanks!!!
I'm absolutely speechless!!! Fascinating, stunning, mesmerizing, exotic, transforming, vastly educational, historical, gorgeously beautiful, are just but a few of the words that come to mind and still, I feel as they don't touch on the vast collection of descriptive words available to describe this enormously extraordinary castle! I feel SO fortunate to be part of Stephanie's channel so I could come here virtually! Teresa
Absolutely incredible........and the most fascinating man.........
The Chateau is fascinating. But the real interest in this video is the owner!
Wow…..what a treat that was…..history of the world tour by a most humble host….thank you for this. Stephanie please thank Ivo for his generous tour and time, now it’s time for a glass of Amarone and some tagliatelle con tartuffo…. And big hello from Largo D’ Garda, Italy…..Ciao Ivo, Stephanie
I just read the book last week so it’s fascinating to see the chateau and the author!
“I never know where to put my samurais either”! Stephanie you are so gorgeous! That had me giggling for ages! Reverent but hysterical.!
Oh my heavens! This was truly amazing. He is just amazing and his home is wonderous. Thank you for showcasing it and please extend our appreciation for his taking the time to be so generous. I am eagerly awaiting next week. 💟
What a collection and interesting stories. This man needs to write a memoir!
What an interesting man! I feel like he could write volumes of stories from his life. Look forward to seeing more of the château and hearing more about his life!
Evo is a modern day renaissance man.
What a treasure house! The most interesting tour so far IMO.
his collection are not antiques, these are artifacts. Amazing to see and learn about. What and interesting person and a beautiful chateau.
What an amazing man with a wondrous life story . . . . fascinating! WOW!!! Thank you for doing this !
Wow....this was fantastic and so interesting....thank you Stephanie and Philip for taking us on this amazing tour!!
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. Can't wait for next episode. Such an interesting man and his history and knowledgeable about all his wonderful treasure. I sat entranced from start to finish then replayed. Thank you so much for you Sunday treats, Stephanie (and Phillip of course). Please thank Ivo. XxAlex
This is the most incredible home and piece of history. Ivo seems like such an interesting person as is his family!! Bravo Stéphanie and Phillip!!
Literally my idea of heaven. The History preserved in this place!!
What an incredible Castle. Can't wait till next week!
I am in awe. This was spectacular! The history, my gawsh.... Ivo and his collection are absolutely amazing.
Thank you for sharing this with all of us. It is really special.
Congratulations Stephanie about exploring the Chateau de Saint Chartier.
I had the opportunity to be in the castle a few years ago and this inspired me a novel about its history and collections.
"La conjura de Saint Chartier" that you can find in Amazon e-book
I think this novel could help you understand the history of this fantastic castle
Thank you very much Stephanie for your programme and Ivo for saving so many wonderful stories
A fabulous tour and video as always! Thanks Stephanie and Philip.
Its amazing the amount of monasteries and convents that became chateaux. My friend owns one of them. Incidently, he found human remains in his place as well. This place was amazing, but, I wouldn't want to dust it lol
Mind Blown!! Ivo's place is even better than many of the museum in the world!! As a chinese descendant, I would say it's great to see so many of our history has survived through Ivo's collection. The culture revolution in china has basically destroyed most of our culture, history and people. Stephine, please send us our thanks to Ivo for keeping bits of our history alive! Oh btw, all of these must cost a fortune! please keep them safe :D
Thank you Stephanie and Philip for bringing us such a fascinating tour with Ivo. I could have listened and watched for hours. Ivo has clearly had such an interesting life. Looking forward to the next episode. Have a lovely day.
I can't get over just how fascinating this man and his collections are!! I bet all of his things are worth MANY MANY MILLIONS if not more than a billion!! Can you even imagine trying to keep all of those priceless objects clean and free of dust How cool that he found a passage behind the wall! I'm heading straight to the next video!
Wow! This place is a museum! He could charge money for tours maybe 6 hours a day 3 days a week. Have a B&B on the weekends. Had to play this over 3x! Excellant Find Stephanie! Would love to hear Ivo's whole life story. Amazing.
Wow someone should write a book just about his life. Are his wife and daughters still around?
I am curious about that also.
I was wondering the same thing....where is his wife and daughters?.....He said he was alone, when he was showing the wine cellar. He has a home in Thailand and in Barcelona. I wonder what other places he has homes in....
Dear Evelyn. Wife and daughters and son well and alive. They live here before but for studies and sport this was a little complicated. My wife drive 132 kms daily to took them to schools and here is nice but complicated: few schools, almost no doctors or medical care, no sports facilities...in Bangkok much easier.and funnier. Before COVID i visit them every two months and they come for summer holidays and Christmas. Now is becoming very difficult and thanks God my daughter Kor gave a nice phone with this wasap thing and we can talk and see one to each other. thanks and regards. Ivo
So good to hear thanks
WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank You!!!!! Looking forward to next Sunday s video.
Wow. This is incredible. His collections are amazing and priceless. So much artifacts. And his knowledge.
Such an amazing and interesting Man , Castle and artifacts. Stunningly beautiful. Enjoyed. Anxious to see more. Love to all ❤
Thank you so much for taking us to meet this extraordinary man and his extraordinary chateau. Amazing!
I am in awe. It is wonderful that Ivo has collected all these beautiful pieces. Priceless.
Just wonderfull, all I could think of was the dusting and cleaning !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ivo is such an interesting gentleman! He has collected so many interesting pieces and I very much admire the way he has displayed his collection. He would make a wonderful museum curator. Like Phillip, I was especially drawn to the painting of his wife and children and to the photograph of his father with the king of Spain. Can’t wait to see the rest of the chateau!
Wow, just wow. All of that history stored in his home and he is an amazing curator.
The most beauty fullest visit you made so far. Ivo Fornese is a very very special man with a full heart and a full life of love and tragic and friendship. Bless you for all you give to so many people to make them see again.
Mesmerizing! Phenomenal! Fascinating! A world treasure! His collections …as well as being a treasure, himself.
You could make an hour long video in each room. He has lived such a full life. I wish him and his family happiness and health.
The amount of information and historic knowledge in one home and one human. Humbling. Also - stunning.
I just rewatch the diaries from the beginning and just look the one where Isabelle and Stephanie visit Ivo during the first lockdown. Imagine my wonder, when I step late into this premiere and met Ivo again. Feel like a timelapse. What a wonderful home full with treasures! How happy you are to visit him and explore everything. Looking forward for next Sunday to follow you again through this jewelbox of a Chateau!
@irene meitz Which interview please? Do you have the title?
Wait...I could not have missed that but yet....hmmm. going back now for the 3rd time through her videos 😋
Would you be so kind as to post a link to that earlier video with Isabelle and Stephanie please, or let us know the title, thanks so much.
This might be the most interesting man in the world. Thank you Stephanie
The hotels and business towers, in our cities were inundated with pigeons but now they have specialty treated corn they put out on the roofs and gutters and it makes them hallucinate so they don’t come back. Stops the birds from crapping all down the buildings. It’s crazy , I can remember when there were hardly any pigeons in our city but they obviously have few predators because the city is overrun and even the suburbs are starting to get more and more of them. Maybe he could get some hallucinogenic corn for his pigeons, cheater than the processes he spoke of.......unless they like being stoned. Gorgeous Chateau , so many beautiful collections. Thanks for taking us along. 🙋🏼
@@equatorialjourney4478 my grandfather had carrier pigeons during WW2
Dear Jillippeper...Hallucinogenic corn...what an interesting idea. Probably some politics will need it too in order to become more creative. Pigeons and crows are a nightmare but some of the first ends sometime in my stomach. Thanks and regards. Ivo
What an amazing man, amazing castle and a brilliant vlog. Thank you !
Such an interesting man! Can't wait for next week's continuation!🌷
Fascinating - love to hear about all the history and to see all of Ivo's collections.
To go through that chateau would make my soul dance. Awesome.
It appears this incredible chateau went up for sale yesterday. The “museum collection” has been packed away and has hopefully found a perfect new home. It is even more of a privilege that Stephanie and Phillip made this video. Grateful thanks to them and Ivo for the most memorable tour.
Dear Pam, The castle is indeed for sale because I want to move to a more isolated area, also in a castle. Collections will go with me be assured. But nothing is sold and not any buyer around. Still praying for it. Best regards, Ivo
@@ivofornesa513 How kind of you to reply with this news. I know I speak for countless others when I say I wish you smooth sailing into an exciting new adventure. Your life appears to be filled with them!
@@ivofornesa513 Amazing collection and beautiful home! It was a joy to hear about many of your artifacts and story's of your castle. I loved your enthusiasm to share. I see here it is forsale, best wishes to you and yours on your next adventure . Thank you for sharing!
Oh Stephanie where do you find all these great people living such grand lives, what a gorgeous chateau! What fabulous history behind all his many adventures and collections! Can't wait to see what the ending holds next week!
This has been the best video ever. So pleased there is more to come.
Thank you for introducing us to this fascinating man and the stories he shares about the treasures he has assembled!
Authors always facinate me. How special they are. And in with open hearts and so much to tell.
Oh Cheers, Phillip is back and that wonderful chemistry between the Chateau Goddess and More Than a Camera Man . I simply smile at their banter throughout their entire videos together. They should make videos featuring a day in the life of Stephanie and Phillip!
My goodness Stephanie what an amazing Chateau thank you so much for this Vlog. Wow what an incredible collection of things!
Thank you Ivo, for generously sharing your home and knowledge.
What a fun, eclectic collector!! ❤
WOW what a collection. I wouldn't want to be the one to dust it!!!!!
Dear Anthony, me neither but unfortunately I am. I will share my cleaning tricks someday. Thanks and regards. Ivo
Absolutely mind boggling. A Fabulously beautiful treat. Thank you.
Too spectacular to began to compliment appropriately!!! Could not describe it to any one to and do it adequate justice!!! How fabulous!!!
Extraordinary!!! He lives in the most fascinating and beautiful museum I’ve ever seen! I hope he also writes some books documenting the vast knowledge he has on all of his treasures and collections.
Fascinating episode!! Ivo is the type of person whom I could listen to him speak for hours. I am sure he hosts wonderful dinner parties. Such a great place to live with good neighbors. 😊 Thank You! - Rachelle