They turned up to find the LOST chateau water supply. 

Having a brand new water connection seems so much better than adapting an old one. I know you are going to LOVE having running water!

Getting water (and power) will be huge. Feels like the building is starting to come alive again.

I've been looking for this! This chateau renovation is the best on RU-vid imho. The gardens are going to be gorgeous! I'm appreciating improved safety efforts like the stair railing. Who doesn't love Nick and crew? Dan has to be the hardest working man in. France!

While Dan talked about how the chateau was expanding in "feel" with each floor completion, my thoughts went back to the weeks where he was staying at an AirBnB that he couldn't even stand up straight in, when he was technically homeless for a bit.

Yayyy for a natural rain, I'm sure the plants are smiling...and wow does that finished floor look awesome...that high speed racing dog...too funny...!

This was the most badly damaged chateau I'd ever seen when I first tuned in. I thought it would be 10 years before it would look like anything, but I was wrong. Dan, you are a miracle worker. I specially enjoyed every "noggin" you hammered in. I can hardly wait to see the finished roof. Keep up the hard work, it's really paying off for you at long last.

They say, 'April showers bring May flowers' I absolutely love watching each episode. Can not wait to see this Chateau completely restored to it's former glory.

Imagine having running water, Dan! We take a lot for granted, don't we? Floors, floors, and more floors....the chateau is definitely evolving!❤

Good evening A water supply should make a huge difference

Having had Border Collies my whole life, I really do love seeing Anna so happy running around the place, and hunting for moths and voles just like my first dog. Elsa seems far more chilled out about it all.

Day is complete now

Now you know that you will have mains water, it may be the time to think about placing piping to allow for the installation of a fire sprinkler system. Nobody could bear the thought of the chateau catching fire again! Much easier to install the piping before everything is closed up.

From earliest like to 1.5 K likes in seconds. So well deserved. The whole channel is so addictive. Am I alone in having a positive buzz when Dan posts? I think not! 🎉🎉🎉

Oh the joy of Dans Vlogs😘

Even though you'll have the water connection, I imagine you'll also put in a rain water recuperation system from your roof when you finish that. Not just because rain water is better for the garden but also for your things like the laundry and toilets, where drinking water is not required.

I love that the dogs are free to run and are having a great dogs life ❤

You’re so lucky to have Nick working with you!

13,000 views in 19 minutes, I would say a lot of people wait for your uploads daily, ah yes I am one of those subscribers😂

This is just so exciting to see the whole chateau coming together, it is truly unreal how much progress has been made by one man and a small team. Incredible work guys, keep it up!!

Water connection will make it civilised for just daily living..less camping … all looking good..❤

Watching Nick work the digger is like watching a ballet!

Those dogs would be so bored in a normal quiet home! That must be such a relief to have rubble boards and water issues under your belt

Wow, never been this early to the party before. Yay, youre getting water😊

I know you always worry about if people are interested in planting instead of rebuilding. They are both fun to watch. The landscape is just as important as the building structure. Glad to see the running water is coming in the future. It has been a long time coming.

Glad the water people came out and now have a plan, a NEW connector. The parking lot is going to be great for all your guests. Rain is always good too.

How great for Nick to play a big part of Dans journey

Love seeing the dogs. Absolutely adorable.

Well Tony, what's gonna happen is that John and geophys will scan the area looking for interesting sites, where we can start digging trenches.

The case of the missing water 💦

By the time you’ve finished this rebuild Dan, you’ll be a Jack of all trades & a master of them all. You’re doing a smashing job here with the workshop & the help from Nick & company. You & your team are doing a cracking job.

WOW prepping your beams is so much faster now with your new equipment. Good job !!!!

Dan this project must be life changing for you......

You're probably going to want to add a retaining wall for your car park, that dirt is going to erode surprisingly fast if you get some good rain. And it's going to settle quite a lot too.

The garden is going to love all the rain. ❤

I hope you get water soon, Dan. Shame the old connection wasn't still there. Funny how each year pans out, last year you needed the drier weather to build the floors up; this year it's good that all the new planting is getting watered. Have to say l'd really like some sunnier, drier weather now...

So nice to see two Dans today!!! lol I'm so glad is helping you Dan. It is great that Nick is there with his digger! That is good news! So happy for you Dan. Thank goodness for Nick! Yes, that is good for the rain for your new plants. All the best!

Wow 10 seconds!!! Almost live!!! 😂❤❤❤❤.

Look at the pups following the guys in orange.. they probably knew all along where the water was located😂

Absolutely loving how fast it is now to make up more joists with all the fancy power tools and water will be a very happy addition!

I have had my Dan fix for the day. All is well with the world 😂❤❤❤

You and the Chateau deserve a brand new water connection Dan. You've toted heavy containers there and back during the worst part of reconstruction, now you need a break....running water!

Speaking from Perth where we have not had a drop of rain since September 2023 (now virtually May 2024 for future readers) and where hundred + years old jarrah and marri forests are dead and dying; enjoy the rain while you have it! 🇦🇺 Imagine being able to turn a tap on or flush a toilet, Dan! Woohoo!

Dan, Nick my men. Good water finally coming. The floors are in and the roof is coming. Great work, good job. Until tomorrow. Please, take care and stay safe. Love ya 🍺🍺😇🌹🙏🕊🌈🌞❤️🇺🇸👍

Big Dan, once again you're moving at light speed, truly amazing how fast it's coming along, we'll see ya tomorrow

Dan, we are all loving your positive outlook daily!!!

💕So pleased for you that everything is progressing smoothly & your plants are getting watered to save you time & effort💕

Love the progress you are making! Look forward to your vlogs each day and when you aren’t going to post I look at the early vlogs. It is amazing how far you’ve come, even though there’s still a distance to go. As a 78 year old American Grandmother, I am so proud of you and what you are accomplishing. Your skills grow by the day!

Dan, good to know about the hunt for the water connection not being there. Now you know where you stand and what to do next. The parking area is really coming along nicely. Great job on getting more flooring ready. It's so very exciting. Cheers

Yay for rain for the garden😊

Great! Glad it’s all going to plan. The garden look amazing 😊

Yes!!! Water soon to come!!! Looking great today, a place to park and another floor!! Exciting news!!!

Excellent work, progress, and video! The Chateau is moving fast!

It truly is amazing how quickly this part of the chateau is coming together.

Marvellous progress on all fronts, water, car park, flooring and future plans. Go team 😊

your running dog has the most IMMENSE fun ! ... such a hoot ! ❤

Clearing Up Outside and making a Car Park - Finishing the Floor and Looking for Water - ha ! More Progress - well done Everyone ! Many Cheers from Australia !!!!

I keep seeing doubles of you Dan !! no wonder you are getting through this job so quickly.

Old utility maps are notoriously inaccurate. Before retirement, I worked for a utility company in the states and we had to do that 'treasure hunt locating' all the time, even when we knew the pipe was there somewhere. Given that the mains in the past were probably cast iron, which has a max life span of 100 years under perfect conditions and probably went in between the Wars, they would be ready to be replaced soon even if you knew precisely where they were, so it's probably for the best to put in new at this point.

And then there was rain. Just this once for the plants. The outside around the chateau is looking great.

I really like the natural rustic fencing you have put up, it really makes the place look like it's coming together with the plantings and the improved driveway, this place is going to be a total Gem when you are finished with her.

Well look at you with your posh clean workshop with all your nice new tools! How far you’ve come! What a total legend 🙌 onya Dan

Yes Good Morning Dan!Hoe excellente to find the LOST water tank..!! Brilliant episode. A 6:44 new connection would always have been the best option …last for another 200 years! Cant wait for that east roof!!

Good on Anna and Elsa helping the men looking for the old water connection. I’m pleased they take their job seriously. Thank you. May you all please take care and stay safe. Louisa. 👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️🤩🤩🤩

I was so excited he wqs going to take the beams up the stairs... :( Also, when the water folks drove away it was a let down, was so hoping they would find the pipe... The roof!! OH so much anticipation for the coming days, and for the rain...!

Oh how wonderful ! Flowers 🌱🌷 showers 🚿 bathing 🛁 and perhaps flush flush. To say nothing of a kitchen....sigh

It's Tuesday morning here in my part of the world and Dan's video was uploaded three hours ago. It's always a lovely, invigorating way to start my day with some Dan energy and humour. I'm glad you're going to be getting a new water connection rather than digging out an old one that might cause problems, and I'm especially loving that your hard work in the garden is being supported by some gentle April rain.

Un-flippen-believable, what you’ve done! Onwards and upwards, ya heros! 👏💪❤️

At least you know with a completely new feed there are no nasties in the line, such as a section of lead pipe (I had there in my place).

Awesome episode Dan, so much coming together and another roof coming soon. I’m sure the next roof will be quicker just like you have mastered the art of putting in floors. Amazing…. Andy UK

Love them just showing up,heck yes!!!!!❤❤❤ Good morning guys,hello Nicky, you are looking good on that tractor dude. Puppies are too cute helping the water people..

I loved the water point manhole cover with the wave pattern on it. Definitely a keeper, or if not, do a wax crayon rubbing of it.

You got some water butt's, Dan, just to catch for watering? Wow, roof work. See you all tomorrow x🌹

Hi Dan!🖐 Amazing they found the old water supply thingy with their electronic thingy. The genius of modern day technology. Saves a lot of work for you in the long run.🥂

Always nice to see your clone show up to help out. 😉😄

It's a grand palace, Dan! Always a gift to look at the positives: rain = free watering! ❤

Such a massive amount of work you have achieved in a relatively short time. Keep it up, as I'm busting to see her in all her glory 😊❤

59,306 views in 2 hours, Dan! That's amazing!

There is Nothing more satisfying than rain falling down after the planting. I call it a benediction right from the sky. YOU ARE BLESS. you not only raise a chateau to its splendour you are bringing back a magnificent garden to life again working with nature, not against it. So yes Bravo to you and all those that help you, and thanks for the huge job you make of sharing this unique adventure with us❤❤❤

It's weird to me that so many of us are more familiar with the interior of this chateau than we are with any other building in all of France.

Give it a few hundred years and the archaeology of this place is going to be fascinating!

Can't wait to see you doing the roof. Great job 👏

Having a water supply will be a great improvement since water won't have to be hauled in or hauled out of the old well. Nice another floor done!

Thank you for another great video Dan you and Nick making great progress should be happy with progress now you know working on water connections for your home ! Things are looking beautiful cannot wait to see the gardens in another month ! Have a great night ! 😀🌞

Running doggies! There will be water soon and the roof will come up fast! Great job again!💋

Dan, you are an amazingly energetic man, like the Energizer Bunny. - You, plus Nick make a dynamic duo! Love watching the projects and progress made. Continued success.

I'm excited watching how fast things are moving, so can't Imagine how you all feel? The garden looks great!👍👍👍👍

Glad you will be getting water on the property soon. The chateau is coming along nicely ❤

Amazing to see you restore the "bones" of this chateau!! I look forward to the day you have it open for tours and detail this amazing effort to restore it. Wow, what an effort. I have been watching since day 1 and I cannot believe the progress.

Raining? Well, you did say Chaumont would soon have water, and you were right! 😂

Almost time for the roof? Seems like you have flown through this side of the chateau, even with taking time out to get the landscaping in. Experience + great tools + a real shop = amazing progress!

Having running water is a huge victory. Place is coming along. U guys stay safe…

Love watching nick change the landscape 😊

What sweet words - "I'm finishing putting in the floors..."

Mr. Dan for those of us who love to do renovation projects and can only dream of taking on a massive project such as yours can only live vicariously through you, and be your cheerleaders, and supporters. Thank you for taking on such a massive, labor Intensive, mind stretching project and bring it life for all to see and enjoy, we are happy for you on your good days, and sad when you have bad or slow days. So just know that even though you excitement comes through and is absorbed by your followers, we also absorb, the disappointment you have as well. Keep doing what you are doing, and know we appreciate the opportunities we get to watch.

My heart jumps for joy every time i get your notifications ❤ just love seeing nick at the chateau hes a hard worker and good friend

Glad your spirits are high and accomplishing a lot! Everything looks awesome

Totally felt like and episode of the show LOST when they found the manhole cover.

Everyone enjoys your videos! They are so quick lol enjoyed the editing! Looking forward to tomorrow's!

Love watching the progress ❤

So much improvement! Everything is slowing coming into its place!