This AMAZING FRENCH CASTLE has got new OWNERS!!! 

I don’t know where to begin. The antiques, stained glass, ceilings! Views of a river and fairy tale setting. I’m so excited to follow your journey.

Hello! Please remember that even though you have made this wonderful change, your feelings of sadness and loss are valid and worthy of respect. Just because you are now in an amazing place, there are always times you will feel overwhelmed and confused. That’s normal and expected. Best of luck and I am looking forward to seeing your journey. Thank you for sharing with us!

You have made an amazing investment and have a stunning start to it all. The internal gasps at all the art and artistry in EVERYTHING in the Château is beyond words to my history loving brain. Just, wow. If I were you I would be spending the first week going room by room documenting and making notes and a floor plan (always good for insurance purposes as well) to get familiar with it all. I would also spend a couple nights in each room to get a feel for each room and see what changes or tweaks may be needed/wanted in each room. Document the art with photos and make notes and prioritize what you may want to have cleaned or restored. Same with furniture. See what needs a good cleaning like lighting or upper trim work. For all of that, start a list of tools/equipment you may need. The son of the former owner can also help with that, so wonderful he will be around in some capacity! The communication will work itself out, laugh through the hiccups. Use a translation program as you learn. Laughter will keep you sane. Then when you have figured out the biggest things needed, like heat, make a list of priority. Since you are still settling, don't try and remember everything. Write it ALL down for now to make it easier. I cannot wait to see things room by room to get a more complete and coherent picture, and to hear what you call the "Knights." The armor and stained glass have me absolutely enthralled like a kid in the Wonka Factory. 😂 I also look forward to seeing what the rest of the property entails and encompasses. It really is amazing, my heartfelt congrats on your new home. You have to be so thrilled! 😍

I admire anyone brave enough to take on a chateau. These structures were build for different times....heating will be a challenge. I grew up in a castle in Ireland, it ticked all the boxes, beautiful, romantic, fairytale....but it was freezing....all the time.

The entrance hall is magnificent! Do you keep pinching yourself to check you’re not dreaming? I don’t think you’ll ever get tired of walking around the chateau. In decades to come you’ll still be noticing things you never noticed before, and every time you do it’ll make it more magical for you. I think the announcement is a friend for Abby, or her own four poster bed? Or a heated kennel with its own pool, just for her? ❤❤ Welcome home!

A truly magnificent property. Many years ago a wealthy client of mine who had a large house overlooking Sydney harbour said to me: "At some point you don't own the house. The house owns you." It looks like you two are now owned by a property that will define you over the years. All the best and I will look forward to following your adventures.

I would think that the French would be thrilled with the interest in these historic a beautiful structures and welcome those that have true means and intent to restore them to their full glory. What a journey for you.

This is indeed a magnificent Chateau . I can clearly see why you fell in love with her !!! ♥️♥️♥️ 🏰

I follow a lot of chateau on utude but this is the most beautiful chateau I ever seen

OMG! you need an army of preservationists, craftsmen, gardners, cleaners, etc., etc, etc. Enjoy the journey.

Since childhood I got fascinated with castles and chateaus, recently been watching bros of decays by Lesly and felt more sadness at the abandonement of grandeous buildings left to rotten. Im happy that you bought for your family. Enjoy God's gift. Not all were able to have what you have now. May your children cherish it throughout all generations and create beutiful memories. Above all, be reminded that it came from God, not by our strenght, not by our intelligence but because of the LORD's favor. Enjoy his wonderful gift here on earth.😃

Your chateau is a treasure

what a beauty you've purchased - congratulations! and the library, the furniture, the linnen, the chinoiserie and the paintings were all included? WOW!

What a beautiful chateau and what a feeling it must have been for you guys when you opened the front door knowing that this is now yours❤ We are sure that you guys,your family,and friends will be very happy here and i have no doubt that you will continue to breath life into this grand building and do it justice for the time you Denis and Brett are caretakers for this gem❤ Congratulations. Mike and Gina🎉🍷🍷

Been waiting for this video for some time and BOY am I glad it’s here!! This is going to be some journey you guys are on and we for one cannot wait to follow you and cheer you on along the way! Bonne courage!! ❤️❤️🥰🥰🏰🏰

I am going to share this Channel far and wide on every Chateau i watch . Take care , take some big breaths , u been through a lot getting to the WONDERFUL CHATEAU , u also had to give up so much , Denise take your time stress levels acted differently on some people u just be very tied jet lag , the Chateau is outstanding summer is coming it all takes time u get there . U brought the right place just look at it . 😍🥰

WOW just WOW instantly owning the most fabulous antiques it takes generations to collect. I would take a year just picking up every piece admiring and enjoying and the stained glass, absolute outstanding. ok official winner of youtube chateaus!!! this is the most beautiful

You step to another world, another life, to a huge place where someone else lived, I imagine it must feel overwhelming.

Just amazing ! All the antiques, the history! The richness of decades of life , memories. Stunning furniture, the stained glass windows, the wood, we havnt even seen outside ! Already in love !

Wowza! That property is *humongous!!* Procure a pedometer and see how many steps you take in a day. Considering the size of the buildings and grounds, I think the number will be mind blowing.🤯 Congratulations! P.s. I also wanted to commend whoever is videoing and editing. The video is beautifully cinematic!

How long since chateau has been lived in? So much cleaning to keep up with 😉 Love to hear some of its history.❤

WOW, you just found your video style, what a ride and this is going to be fun. Please continue to laugh and have fun and your subscribers will come in droves. This is the prettiest Chateau on RU-vid now congratulations

Not sure where you are located..but consider connecting with Terry, Ash and Tracy (from UK) from Escape To the Dream;Restoring the Chateau. They are DYI restoring their chateau -panel by panel and created their own livinig quarters on the top floor by themselves - they have alot of tricks on how to restore old items, crown moldings, panels, furniture to fit at almost no cost. They would definitely give you ideas and tips. They are an absolutely beautiful family.

I cannot begin to imagine how deep your pockets have to be to purchase and maintain this magnificent property. The upkeep alone is staggering. The best of luck to you both. I look forward to following your journey.

Change is hard. Welcome home. I thought I would give you some time to settle in and then do a binge watch. I am so happy that you have an adopted son/brother, that has come with the Chateau and that he likes you both and has agreed to stay. Bravo all 3 of you! When summer comes you will be so happy there!

Australian Susan living in Austria here. I have been backwatching your vlogs and commenting. So understand the emotional enormity of your coming to live in a new country. I subscribe to a number of the chateau chanels and as much as I love the other owners, I have to say your chateau is by far the most ornate, beautiful and spectacular. Enjoy. Looking forward to your next vlog. ❤🎉😂

Take your time & have fun! Don't make drastic changes quickly... enjoy the castle. Sit in each room then decide how you want to improve it. God Bless! ❤️🙏

What an incredible adventure you are starting in a beautiful chateau - all the very best and thank you for sharing - from Australia.

We are a French-American couple and we are in love with old stones. This fairy tale castle is very suitable for your couple. you are perfect in this magical place. Bienvenue en France Patrick et Caleb

Wow y’all remind me of the prince and Cinderella lol I don’t even know where to start .This castle , château ,absolutely beautiful the history the antiques, the Stain glass, the wallpapers, the paintings on the wall, the furniture I can go on and on. Everything! Ya’ll are truly blessed. I’m new to your channel. I live in Texas in the United States. This is the stuff that dreams are made of. God bless y’all 😊

Gooosh!!!! Soo very beautiful!! You two are sooo adorable! You made me laugh at the beginning and cry seeing you both so happy to be in your own chateau!! Everything takes time!!!!enjoy this beautiful journey and see you on your next episode!! Lots of love from Tennessee!!!!!

you got yourself a lifetime project with this stunning chateau…do give yourself time to live , and go one step at a time….its a never ending story, so enjoy the process….

I read recently that horse and rider statues tell a story. If the horse has all four feet on the ground the rider was injured in combat but survived, if one leg is raised, they returned home but died from their injuries and if a horse is rearing then the rider died whilst in combat.

What a stunning property! Every single room and item in that place has a story behind it. There are so many memories behind those walls from those that live there before. How hard it must be for the previous owners to sale a property like that and what a responsability for those who buy them to keep the restoration faithful to the original times on every room and every corner of that land. ❤

Love, love, love everything about your move, Chateau, furniture, etc! Can’t wait for the next vlog. Very happy to see the suit of armour, for when things need to be sorted out! 😜 I follow Karen Spencer from Althorp, where Dianna is buried. Love how she researches everything in the incredible 500 year old stately home. One recently was of the many lockets, and who owned them and what was inside. Maybe the previous owners son would be prepared to give us a short history of the Chateau. With subtitles of course!! 😱 Until next time, enjoy settling in! 🍾🥂🍻

We love the stained glass throughout! Will it all be preserved? We would love to see a full tour of your chateau, it looks amazing! We look forward to the next video! 😊

You all are so blessed! I know you know that because you are so thankful. I am overjoyed!

Wow, wow, wow. Your minds must be on overload with the enormity that this place is now yours! It is fantastic, amazing, incredible, all the things. Can't wait to hear the history of the chateau. That entrance hall is beyond words! Congrats and hope each day you feel a little more settled in and calm. It's a LOT. Will be anxiously awaiting more!

Congratulations! I feel like you’ve bought a Narnia like Chateau of treasure troves! It’s a fairytale castle with so many beautiful features, including the proximity to the river. I’m so glad Abby is settling in, and you! Looks like you will cope with anything.. especially with the love of your dog there too!! Cheers!

Denise & Brett! You two are the intrepid ones! The Castle of the Knights is absolutely exquisitely gorgeous, and yes, jaw dropping! It has unlimited possibilities aside from the present hotel status, such as a perfect wedding venue, healing retreat, and even concerts and Thespian dinner parties...I would love to see you do an era- themed masqued ball 😊 Your little Abby looks more than a bit disoriented, poor girl...she's sensing all the ancient vibes and is spooked too, but she will get used it as you all go on to create a fantastic new chapter in your lives 💛🌹🌠 Wishing you both (and your motley crew) only the best of 🍀🍀🍀🙏

What warm, earnest people. I wish them the best.

You must feel so overwhelmed but in time you both will come to feel it’s your home! Best of luck from Australia ( NSW )

Yay!!! It's finally real! You did it, congratulations guys!

Oh your Chateau is so beautiful. I am going to love following your exciting journey. What a lovely couple you are.🤩🤩

Bienvenue en France, le château est magnifique et le printemps arrive bientôt..

I don’t know how much you ended up paying, but it wasn’t enough. You have a priceless gem! How wonderfully the bulk of the place has been kept. Even the unkept areas have a timeless beauty. Your garden will be stunning with the views you have to enjoy. I am looking forward to watching your progress from my humble home in South Carolina, USA! ❤️😊

Hahaha it IS a life changing and daunting decision! It's okay to feel that way. Running out of superlatives... Sooo many WOWS, magnificent, amazing, interesting, beautiful.... it's quaint and lovely so I think you can take your time.😊

Congratulations and very good luck from cold Tassie! 17c now but hopefully warming up to 26c later! I will be following your journey with interest. Please vlog often, like once a week!! I would come and help in your gardens but am afraid that I would be weeding and need assistance to get up again. Maybe, if I am still around, when you have opened up the accommodation business, I will be one of your first paying guests. A xx

What an exciting, emotional and overwhelming journey you are on. I am an Aussie living in Sydney and have watched you from the beginning! A lot of work but you guys are not only going to nail it but you are going to take the Chateau to a new level. I can see why Denise is emotional -even I was tearing up watching this. I am looking forward to following you both on this next chapter of your life and one day visiting you and the chateau. Very glad Abby made it safely too. Xxx

You are such a lovely couple and you deserve smooth sailing in your absolutely gorgeous chateau. Love your down to earth humour and ability to just chat away. Sooo....see you next time.

Wow....this will be a wonderful new way of life for you. Looks like your chateau should be in a movie or series. It's magnificent. Looking forward to the next one. 🎉

Magnificent property. Wow!!!! So much to take in. I to will enjoy your journey. All the best. (South Africa)

A beautiful castle for a beautiful couple.

Very amazing & beautiful Chateau. How neat is it that the previous owners son is there to help & your family & friends. Lots to do but I'm sure you'll we'll all love following along on your new French Chateau life. Congratulations🎵🧡🍷

Смотрю с удовольствием ! И Вы и владельцы замка , жившие ранее обладали тонким вкусом ! Бальзам на душу видеть , как в останавливается замок … удачи вам, ребята , красота вокруг и внутри вас… супер !

À château is a work of love, I hope you can follow in the steps of the previous owners and honor their legacy… Beautiful already, so in 10 years…

That was so great! Can we get a full tour - that library room looked so old and intriguing!

Breathtakingly beautiful!

Your chateau is extraordinary beautiful chatue watching from Queensland as you transform the place to your home

Just to take in the architectural elements, the artwork, the furnishings….so breathtaking…..take your time and enjoy the journey, so breathtaking!

What wonderful caretakers you will be! I am so happy for your joy in acquiring this magical property. Congratulations! I pray you have the best time of life! ❤

Congratulations! Now the next adventure begins! (and I think you're getting another dog!)

Wow there is so much to take in, this chateau is so beautiful it takes your breath away, but it definately suits you both and can see you now for many years in your new life and home, can not wait for the next vlog 🏰🗝️⚜️❤👍🏼

It must be so overwhelming for you!!! But time will straighten that out as you settle down. Its too bad that the heating system does not work, and I am hoping that there are some fireplaces that you can light up. Its such a beautiful chateau, there is alot, so maybe tackle one room at a time for re-arranging the furniture. Make sure you eat and sleep enough. Its a big move in your lives, and I think its going to be perfect for you both. Best.

Very, Very, Very beautiful Chateau!!! Congradulation!!!

What a beautiful Cheatue! I wish you both the best in your wedding and years to come.!

Congratulations Both, it's been a long time coming. The place is truly jaw dropping and I want to wish you every happiness in your new home. Lots of love from South Wales UK ❤xx

It looks a mighty big chateau to me, I would hate the cleaning job, I wouldn’t know where to start!!! Good luck with your new adventure I shall be following you every step of the way congratulations

Great choice. I hope you have many years and memories in the making . Looking forward to your videos and adventures . 🎉🎉🎉

I mean I saw it when you showed us before but I didn’t realize how much came with it! The furniture, decorations, just everything! I am so happy for you to be able to make such a huge change in your lives but at the same time I got so very emotional watching the beautiful videography that I teared up. I know you must be overwhelmed by the change but still it must feel like you’re living in a real fairytale. Well done guys and I hope to visit you one day from the US!

Every fairy tale film from now on should be shot from your castle. It is just jaw-dropping. Nothing you've shown before compares with this. Surpasses all imagination. Excited about next steps.

I think you bought the most beautiful chateau in France. Well done.l know it has to be scary it's so much to take on.But you will figure it out,it will come to you.I have huge home too.l do a lot of praying, God Bless you and pray it will be fine.

Congratulations! What a dream come true. It really is quite a beautiful chateau. Love all the little artistic details everywhere. Your dog, Abby, even matches the outside of the chateau. Color coordinated. Meant to be. 😉🙂

This really is magical! 🌺

What a fabulous place. looking forward to set of tours around the homestead. ATB regards from the UK

* * What an amazing construction! ................................................ This will be a lifetime of renovation and love! By the way...and this is truthful: I have never seen such a beautiful Australian woman...indeed a REAL QUEEN ! * *

Hello, I just found your step your channel on RU-vid looks like the sellers were very generous and left you many items but there looks like it was lived in but at the same time I see that it looks like it was not lived in anyways, I do pray that you have the strength in the ability to be revitalize this beautiful building And I pray that everything goes well for you and your all your family Rosemary from Long Beach, California🌹

Your Chateau is absolutely stunning! It must be a tad overwhelming, to make it feel like home. Time and patience is key. Enjoy the journey💕

Prince and Princess now can live a Fairytale life, so looking forward to what lies ahead in this magnificent Castle 😊

Hey over there I'm a gardener and at some stage so wanna come and help out and be a volunteer for u ❤😊. From what I have just seen it's just so very Grand , Fairytale like Chateau ❤❤❤ look at the Towers WOW WOW WOW and the Gardens are just beautiful. That big Chandelier maybe a Murano Antique one too ? . A lake too and river below . Abby the dog too will take time to the new farm life . Bret having the good old Aussie she be right nature u be fine so many people are here for support . U may need to find a good French talking person just to help out with getting things as many friends u can make in your area will help . Love the Blue sofa u both sitting on now too ❤. Love the outer buildings it's got a great feel about it even just watching from here . Anyway u both just so lucky and I think this Chateau is just so lucky to of found u too by the way . ❤ Its all going to take time Roman was not build in one day. God it be so hard going shopping and everything is in French including road signs 😅. I too so wanna come to France and maybe bye a Town house for a holiday home or small type Chateau. Enjoy the moment in 12 months times u look back at this last few weeks and think we done it . ❤🐾🐾🐾🥂🏰🏰🌷🦋🌹 Xxx

What a breathtaking chateau! I am so excited to follow your journey. Congratulations and best wishes.🥂🍾❤️

OH MY GOD...WELCOME WELCOME WELCOME to the start of your story with the chateau. Goosebumps for you. You have a true diamond on your hands and I'm sure she - the soul of this chateau is so excited to have you as her new caretakers. The relationship begins. I can't wait to see your weekly videos and all the love and tranformation you pour into it. CHEERS!!!!

Congratulations, what a magical chateau to fulfill your dreams. I cannot wait to see your own delicate touch on the inside & out, it is exquisite beyond words. You left behind your family & friends to start this magnificent journey in France, you followed your dream, found the patience to wait for the right one for a long term investment. It will be a joy to see your quests enjoyment when they visit for the first time, it will be satisfying to you both. The inside, decor, no words but looking forward to many more vlogs as you move forward. Hello from Ontario, Canada

Beautiful home. I hope it's always filled with joy and laughter.

Amazing that they left so much! The chandeliers are beautiful! Stained glass, wow!

One of the most beautiful chateaux on YT. I'm French and Charentaise and so happy some passionate people are helping to keep our national heritage alive. Merci beaucoup.

Congradulations on your new home.It is beautiful.Hi from Wisconsin

Your chateau has amazing details! What year was it built?

Congratulations I have been waiting for this video! Looks lovely! About to watch but had to say Wow 1min in so lovely! Happy for you. Hope you get time to up date us often. I garden I would volunteer so happy for you 💜

You have moved into a fairytale indeed. Give yourselves time to bond with the Chateau. Time is the key. A friend for Abbey would be so good for her. Your filming and music selection is so perfect. I’m excited to see if you get some horses. I would love to come help garden and paint and setup stall, tack room etc. so excited for your journey

So glad you have made it. Best wishes and hope all you dream for comes true.

Must have been so overwhelming walking thru the door and realising this Chateau is youre's. Look Denise, you have now two shinning knight's in your life . How lucky are you 😂. It will take weeks just to take every detail and new discovery. I think one of my favourite things is the carved statues and details, the beautiful statue of knight and horse, and I love history, so digging the dust and cobwebs would be thrilling.. settle in, take deep breaths, and enjoy your new home .. im glad abby will soon have company 😊 .. love to you both .. a heatwave Adelaide x

Absolutely fabulous!! I cant wait to hear the stories behind the chateau and the previous owners. So excited for the meaning behind the stained glass, statues and reference to knights throughout the house. The antiques are amazing and I could get lost in the library. Such amazing stories to be discovered and told.

Stunning beyond words but for me it's living and feeling all the history in the house....AMAZING ❤❤❤❤❤

What an absolutely gorgeous Chateau from floor to ceiling and everything in between just breathtakingly elegant and magical. Hollywood couldn't have furnished the rooms better if it were a movie set. I am in awe ❤❤❤❤

So I got tears as you walk in. Denise in shock and maybe fear? I understand the emotions you must have. Go easy on yourself! Big hugs oh my the most beautiful Chateau and a great Man to hug when worried. You got this!

AMAZING, HAVE FUN

OMG what a journey. An Aussie living in France. The headache of buying the Chateau would have been enough to deter many but you also both have to go through all the red tape of visas and residency etc etc. I am Tasmanian and spent a week on a bus tour down to Rocamadour and then back to Paris via Clement-Ferrand. We were in Paris for the 200th anniversary of Bastille day and went to watch the grand parade up the Champs de Lycee.... probably spelt that all wrong. Anyway that Chateau is breathtaking and if I had the ability now to sit in a plane for that length of time I would come and visit, book in for a few days and help with the garden. I will try and share your channel on my Facebook.

You have a village , it’s huge, well done now to enjoy ❤ WOW. I got to the end and just wanted to hug Denise I could feel your emotion, take a breath and relax for a few days 🙏🏻.

Greetiings from San Francisco. congratulations!! Looking forward to seeing how the fairytale develops. Wishing you all the best on your new adventure.