THE SECRET OF THE CAVERN REVEALED! 

I found your channel as I was sitting with my mom. I moved home to take care of my parents. My mom has since passed. We would sit and watch your videos and dream. I would tell her that some day I would go and visit you someday, she made me promise. I’m not sure It will happen anytime soon, as I’m now taking care of my amazing dad. This all being said, I would like to thank you for posting such happiness all the time, I feel like I know you all and you are my friends. I now watch all the amazing channels connected with you and maybe someday when it’s safe, I will make a extended trip and stay at all the amazing Chateaus featured on all your videos... I love watching all the progress… Thank you for sharing Stephanie...Blessing to all at Chateau da Lalande

Only Selma could go from a human waste container to playing Cupid in a white suit while entertaining us with his great sense of humor. You were all at your best. Great vlog.

Selmar exclaiming "Happy Halloween!" and then remembering that it was Valentine's day made my day🤣

Selmar is a real gem. So fun and sweet to be around and very kind. He's a good man, indeed.

I can totally relate to Nati... all dressed and "ready to run" only to find myself 2 hours later still avoiding actually going out for a run! 😂😂

Adventerous Selmar went below the loo, Too a mysterious, magical land of poo. And although no tunnels could be found, He brought us new footage from underground! Thank you for such a fun video, happy Valentine's Day all! ❤

Selmar “ I’m a bit claustrophobic” as he goes into the tunnel, and getting all mucked 🆙 .......then later appears as Cupid with wings and all in white, .....have to love this guy!,,,

Did Selmar have wings in his camper as well? The man is a miracle.

Don’t you think the gifts last night were exceptionally creative. Everyone completely enjoyed them. I love how everyone is free to be whoever they are. It is a place of great safety and respect (and love) for each individual. Only a loving person with a huge heart could have so much room for everyone. As I tell all my friends, you can’t fake this. Deep respect and love for Stephanie, Queen of LaLande.

Philip's, "Ooh, hello, Nati!" had me giggling!!

I just adore Selmar..."no beer and cheese"? hahaha....and then with his Cupid angel wings...he brings so much joy to the world...as do you all!

Selmar you are so sweet, kind, hardworking, gentle and adorable

Marie you look lovely in your dress .

I absolutely adore that you waited for Selma, I’m not surprised, you are all full of love!

"I've got no objection" says Philip. Love it! 😂

I vote for a photo shoot of Selmar in his Cupid suit💘

Marie. I think you've found the perfect cut for your petite figure. You look stunning. Chocolate ganache?

I have said Selmar is an angel sent to LaLande. He even has the wings to prove it. Happy "Valendines" to you all. The cake looked amazing as did you lovely ladies and handsome gents.

It wouldn’t bother me at all exploring the cavernous site. Selmar is an adventurous person to challenge his claustrophobic fears and just get in there and do it. Fearless! This is a very cute ChateauDiary edition. Thank you, Stephanie! Love to everyone!

Diverse Mr. Selmar~ Man of many talents ~ Climbing in a cesspit in the afternoon then dressed in a white tux with feathered wings in the evening shooting love across the world! 💕

I am constantly amazed at Selmar's wardrobe!!!! Every special occasion, no matter what it is, he has a fabulous suit, shoes, ties and even wings at the ready. You all looked so lovely at your dinner and that cake looked delicious. Happy Valentine's Day to you all.

Semlar has major Fun Uncle energy

I love how Selmar always knows how to dress up🕺

You finally got to see the hole. Selmar got to be the mole. He is such a braisin soul. Standing on a mound of poo and goo Philip say's I'm glad it's you. Stef who see's the glass 1/2 full: There within we shall seek and find us gold a big heep

Is it a hedgehog home? I’m so excited! Thank you so much for Sunday’s episode. You show such gratitude and live with such humble grace! You and your colorful cast of friends and love and laughter are such a blessing to us all. That’s why people want to give to you and your dream, because your dreams have become ours. A magical place place far away where we can make a difference and plan an adventure! Thank you so much for all the strength it took to be where you are today. You have worked hard and have earned it!

It was worth waiting the extra day to celebrate Valentine’s Day together, just to see Selmar play Cupid. Brilliant! And that heart shaped choc cake looked devine. Sending love to you all from Melbourne, Australia 😘

Everyone looked so nice at the Valendines Monday dinner, especially Cupid! Such a beautiful cake too!

Now now ... tomatoes are a fruit, actually -- right? Steph was in charge of the veggies, so tomatoes are not her department. But Philip was in charge of the wine, which comes from grapes, which is fruit. So the tomatoes were on him, haha!

You guys make everything such fun! I love the way Philip views a table as a Tableau for the gorgeous fabrics and dishes.

Maybe a calendar with Selmar in all his different costumes. As well as all of you in your different attires. Nati could have a sultry glamour model look. ????

So funny, Cupid firing arrows round the world. Nearly choked on my cuppa. 🤣

Only Selmar can get away with one minute looking like Indiana Jones On a underground mission & then a vision in white as Cupid sending love around the world. ❤️

My advice replace the parsley with cilantro (coriander leaves) for an authentic taste for your tacos and guacamole.

Can't wait.. Can't wait.. can't wait.. ooh the suspense 😁

Ahh, Marie's dress is beautiful on hee and Selma, well done that Man. Stephanie and Phillip, you keep me smiling. X

Need to do a video on normal shopping for household items such as groceries and supplies. It would help viewers in other countries to see how locals live and shop. What is the nearest town/village/city near the chateau and show what is available there for groceries/bread/meat etc.

Valen-dine ??? valen-dine ?????? I feel the word-play of our Philip here. Cant wait to see what the subterranean room reveals - so exciting. thank you for sharing ... so enjoyable. I particularly loved the valentine 'unwrap' episode ... Selmar and Philip were in great form

For the life of me I cannot understand how anyone could give these videos a thumbs down! I love every minute of them! I laughed so much tnrough this eposide.

I love ❤️ that Valentines game!! Selmar is just fantastic - he goes from working in frozen poop to wearing angel 😇 wings (from dirty trousers to a white suit)

Loved the Atlas game...sending love to the entire world on the QT though 🥰😘

HAHAHAHAH Selmar on Valentine's Day with heart-shaped balloons, "HAPPY HALLOWEEN!" I adore this man...

There is a whole archaeology discipline devoted to digging out oubliettes and cess pits! Amazing information can be extracted from the contents. Some cool videos on sites in Pompeii and Herculaneum. Good luck

As a lowly Lord of LaLande, I am happy to receive a fully pre-printed card with just a hand signature. The extra gesture of handwritten sentence is indicative of the grace with which you show your appreciation for your patrons.

It’s true,this is the best show on TV.Thankyou.Big Valentine bisous 💋

Selmar is a superhero! He works so hard!

WOW!! I have no words ... you made us all appreciate Valentine's Day forever !! Selmar in white w/ the wings !!....think that only happens in dreams .... Natie, boomshell ! Thank you all ❤ 🌹

Olden day version of a septic tank or 'thunderbox'. Wooden toilet box dropped contents into a collection vessel that was emptied via the outside stone manhole.

I had a crap weekend but this just cheers me up. I hate COVID

Stephanie said she had the original plans of La Lande. I wonder if it is shown on there. Possibly a wine store.

Your Valentines heart shaped cake looked delicious with the strawberries covered in chocolate. As usual Phillip created a stunning table decor.

That was beautiful Stephanie. So many countries represented around the table. The best Valentine's Day at the Chateau because you have a great love for each person that is there with you.💝💝💝💝

Selmar looks fab in white with wings. I'm sure every female heart is now in love with him🥰

I had such a harty laugh in the middle of the night (I'm LA Lande midnight feasting), when Philip reacted to Naties dress at the Valentine's table

who knew that an old septic tank would be exciting. I almost threw up when my septic tank had to be pumped and never want that experience again, and yet I was excited about yours!

when Phillip said he had no objection I definitely laughed out loud, don't blame him one iota

I loved it all.. the excitement..the reveal... phillips snorting laugh....and then cupid... we allllll need a selmar cupid... xo

Selmar's cupid stunt with the atlas was really great, and perhaps, a new sort of after dinner game.

Oh my goodness! Selmar’s wings are spectacular! Your Valendine’s dinner was lovely as usual! ❤️❤️❤️

Thanks for the arrow on London! All Londoners need all the love and support this year! xxx

And Nat, you look beautiful. Always a happy face.x

When you describe your father as your best friend...Mine was too and I too went into a deep spiral down following his death.

Stunning! Stunning! Stunning! Absolutely Stunning! All of it!

Only at La Lande could someone dressed as an Angel, sit down to dinner and act as if it's a normal occurrence. Lovely vlog as always xx

Brilliant, well done on having valentines day a day later so selmar could be there,he did a great job of being Cupid and the cake looks delicious, ❤🐝🦋🌻

Love all these comments and how I'd love to be a friend at your dinner party.

Selmar... such a Renaissance Man! Explorer of Cesspool by Day and Cupid by Night❣

Selmar is simply an angel with a lot of hair and a beard. What cant he do. Amazing episode

Nati, you are so cute! I believe we would be friends if we ever met!

Aww, Selmar didn't send any love to Australia, well I will still send love to you all, xxx Doreen, Melbourne, Australia xxx

You all looked wonderful, and what a beautiful cake 😍 But... Can I just say.... Marie, you looked absolutely stunning in that new dress 😁

LOL! The exploration under the Chateau was so cool; however, I don’t think I would have been as brave as Selmar was. The thought of going down where poo could have been makes my stomach churn...😝 Phillips answer to Stephanie’s question about how he felt about Selmar being the one to go down instead of him was priceless. I could tell on the other video about going down there he wasn’t too thrilled....not like Selmar. You all looked fabulous for your 💜 dinner. The chocolate cake looked delicious!!! 😋 Stay well...be safe...and blessings to you all!!!

What a gorgeous collection of people!!! However, I have to say, Natalie, you have excelled yourself! That gold top you're wearing is absolutely magical!!! x

Salmar is super adorable in the shot.... both such sweet souls .... can’t wait

Selmar the Brave in the cavin to Cupid wings on Valentine. Wonderful! The spreading of love all over the world with close friends epic.

Stephanie as always you are very elegant!

I really like this Video. I really enjoy when Phillips said oh Nadi. It was funny and she look Gorgeous.

Oh Selmar! Your arrow of Love was so close! I'm just a couple hundred miles south of Canada! Loved your Cupid's Valentine Suit complete with wings. I had chocolate cake with cherries atop, yummy 😋 Take care, hugs to Diesel 🐕 ❤️

Lol, the towel on the stove catching fire. I would of liked to see the reaction when that was seen!

Loved this vlog but even more that you are so considerate that you waited for selmar and diesel to get back. You are a team and the respect for each other is evident. Omg that cake made me drool. Happy valendines day to you all ❤️❤️

My father was born on Valentine's Day 1918. He passed in 2007. My mother, who passed in 2014 always made a heart shaped black velvet birthday cake topped with cherries!

So much fun! Many THANKS to all of you and specially Cupid, AKA Selmar!

Philip is so cute, I love his humor! Mint-amalist! I so enjoy all of you!

That chocolatecake looked so delicious and pretty! I love that you show the French supermarkets. This summer we hope to go on holiday in France again and I love the different products in each country. I especially love the 🥖 baguettes! Love from the Netherlands

I can hardly wait to see, if poor Philip survived ;)))

THE EXCITEMENT OF METAL DEFECTING WOULD BE A WONDERFUL A VIDEO!!!

I can’t wait to see what they find even if it’s a septic system it will still be entertaining 😳🤩😅 here’s to hoping its a tunnel or old cellar instead 🤣

Happy Valentine’s Day beloved ones thank you for the joy you bring.🌈❤️🇨🇦

How come Phillip is still doing the driving? I thought after you got your new glasses he'd be resigned to the passenger seat? Lol

Thank you Cupid for all the LOVE ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Love the balloons and spreading love into the world. We need more of that. 💞💞

I probably get way too excited about all the goings on on this channel! Heheh. I sit here clapping and cheering so much, I have to laugh at myself. 😹

Tacos! So did we! we had tostada bowls for our Galentines day!! Grandma, aunt, cousin, and mom! It was oh-so messy and oh-so delicious!

Nati looked so pretty at the end!

I knew Selmar was an angel!❤ Happy Valentine's Day to everyone!❤

We’ve had such abominable freezing weather here in Texas, we didn’t get to celebrate Valentine’s Day at all. I loved watching your video. We’ve begun to thaw from our extreme weather, and after three days without power or running water we are thrilled to have heat and be able to use the shower and loo. Selmar as Cupid was priceless. You were brave to stand behind the atlas. Glad he’s such a good aim!

Love to all at LaLande...Happy Valentine WEEK !!

This vlog was so entertaining (as are all of them lol) everyone looks so beautiful and the cake looked amazing. Thank you for sending love to Canada and I would like to send it right back to you. I must admit that I am a bit confused about Selmar's camper; ahhhhhh where in the camper does he keep all his clothes? work clothes he uses everyday beautiful dancing outfits and his many costumes and the gifts of clothes he receives from viewers like ties , scarfs , sweaters and suits not to mention his many shoes and also Diesel's jackets. I am beginning to believe that he is magical. He showed up at LeLande exactly when you needed him , he can fix anything he became a mason overnight then he was exploring caverns in bright yellow wellies and to top it all off making a magical Nativity stable for the baby Jesus. I guess I really should not be surprised that his camper can hold all those pieces of clothing. I do just wonder why he didn't just make he camper fly home thru the night when the battery died perhaps it had something to do with not being able to make his coffee elixir. All in all I think you are all fantastic and LeLande is magical and that is why Selmar is there.

Your new woven scarves look perfect! Shenanigans with the plates. Cute guys! Even a septic tank was made well and to last. Fascinating! The Dutchmen are darling! Selmar "no coffee and a little bit, aaah". I love your plates with chinoiserie borders. Looks like a wonderful Valentine's dinner complete with Selmar in white with bow and arrow.

Oh lala, Nati you looked super. You ladies always go all out. X

"Happy Monday Valentines Day" your cake looked amazing! LOVE from Chicago