The chateau parking lot and original driveway?

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  • @nigelbullock9039
    @nigelbullock9039 Год назад +179

    Dan, your energy levels and sheer patience is quite amazing. Thr long project is going to be awesome to follow. Your production on all the vlogs gets better and better. I hope people see that too.

    • @DawnHolbrook
      @DawnHolbrook Год назад +6

      My sentiments exactly, Nigel Bullock. I would have said the same if you hadn't beat me to it.

    • @mariannekooijman4746
      @mariannekooijman4746 Год назад +2

      He is doiing great but thinking first woud save a lot of time

    • @leneanker9518
      @leneanker9518 Год назад +1

      Exactly my words Nigel. It is a great, great pleasure to follow Dan. He can do anything. I love the music, and my god is he charming 😊

    • @marilynkarriker4514
      @marilynkarriker4514 Год назад

      I see it Nigel. Love watching😊

  • @queaniesincetip4363
    @queaniesincetip4363 Год назад +10

    If Brico doesn't give you Customer of the Year Award, I'm complaining to Head Office.

  • @susannejohnson6904
    @susannejohnson6904 Год назад +125

    Consider making the old driveway into a walk way from the car park to the chateau.
    Love seeing the transformation of the chateau. Great work.

    • @winmarfbd909
      @winmarfbd909 Год назад +2

      That seems like a great idea for a walkway! Could have one of those markers explaining how you're now strolling up what was the original driveway...lovely.

  • @Esther-jg9ie
    @Esther-jg9ie Год назад +58

    It's great that you're reusing everything instead of dumping it in a landfill.

  • @ritajohnson5594
    @ritajohnson5594 Год назад +23

    Metal detecting the grounds and caseoffs from the chateau would be interesting for the boys

  • @1lavishone
    @1lavishone Год назад +41

    I love the idea of having parking away from the direct site of the chateau. Clever of you to spot the old "alley" through the trees.

    • @ivantoxie
      @ivantoxie 10 месяцев назад +1

      Yeah, there are castles that look absolutely stupid because they put pavement way to close.

  • @marysutherland8570
    @marysutherland8570 Год назад +61

    Love watching the progress, eagerly awaiting each video! But please don't worry about the sounds of a few gusts of wind! It made me feel like I was right there with you walking in the woods and around the Chateau! I actually thought it was a great addition to your video!
    Thanks for bringing us along on this wonderful adventure!

  • @SusanEwert
    @SusanEwert Год назад +40

    Have you thought of getting a shipping container? Instant garage. Secure. You can start keeping all your tools and equipment there

    • @janinebarron2691
      @janinebarron2691 Год назад +4

      All thieves need is a battery operated angle grinder and they would have all Dan's tools in minutes :( Happened to us with motor bikes, pressure washer and chainsaws. It sucks

    • @mollymorgan8652
      @mollymorgan8652 Год назад +7

      @@janinebarron2691 There aren't many lockup options that couldn't be bypassed with an angle grinder.

    • @barbaraimrie745
      @barbaraimrie745 Год назад +1

      SOUNDS Like a smart idea.

  • @jlrbhj
    @jlrbhj Год назад +14

    Totally agree on the parking being a distance away from the front of the chateau.

  • @jeanburgin160
    @jeanburgin160 Год назад +45

    This space is looking so good. Great job Dan…. All the best!

  • @MsSherryjh
    @MsSherryjh Год назад +4

    This US resident just has to giggle each time I hear it called a Strimmer. So much more classy than a Weed Whacker!

  • @jesschee5891
    @jesschee5891 Год назад +46

    Happy easter Dan. Hope the boys have a great time, not sure if you do an egg hunt but enjoy your day off. Chateau grounds are looking good!

  • @annmc8791
    @annmc8791 Год назад +35

    Don't worry about having to use your iphone to film sometimes. I would have never noticed and your videos are great no matter what! You're working so hard Dan and its looking great.

  • @sparklepea
    @sparklepea Год назад +4

    Ok I’ll ask what’s the story with the LOVE mug? Probably none but always fun to speculate 😂

  • @milkweeddreams8828
    @milkweeddreams8828 Год назад +20

    It's the little things that make all the difference, the little mower will be great until the yard is finished, it gives a sense of tidiness and will keep the weeds at bay...have an awesome Easter with your little buddies...be waitin' on Monday...!

  • @beverlysmith9854
    @beverlysmith9854 Год назад +3

    Love a circular driveway, makes the view of the chateau more beautiful. Parking to the side. You look like the engerizer bunny.

  • @juliemix3373
    @juliemix3373 Год назад +25

    Dan, lovely clear out today. Nice little mover. It's getting the job done quickly.
    Happy Easter to you, the boys and everyone you are celebrating with.
    Cheers

    • @brittawrolson5936
      @brittawrolson5936 Год назад +2

      Hi Dan,,your enthusiasm to make the chateau a beauty again is wonderful. Have a great Easter with the boys 🤗🐰

  • @jeanniehenrichs1897
    @jeanniehenrichs1897 Год назад +2

    This is fascinating finding the clues of the past! You are absolutely right! The aesthetics of grand drives is never a direct path, the grandeur of a curved drive is so appropriate!!

  • @turawolfe2841
    @turawolfe2841 Год назад +16

    Enjoyed that great music you played today! Parking can be fun in such a lovely spot. Happy Easter to you and yours! Looking forward to Monday!

  • @islandhome3
    @islandhome3 Год назад +5

    Old drive so elegant! Yes, please.

  • @nokesbob2256
    @nokesbob2256 Год назад +10

    I think way back when, all the grounds were cut and looking nice. This looks nice and really opens up this side. Once you get it all cut back and out, the whole place will open up and give you ideas of what you could put out there.

  • @normamurray4450
    @normamurray4450 Год назад +5

    Again, the music....love it!!! I can't wait 'til next week when you're all cracking on!

  • @nancyjohnston5985
    @nancyjohnston5985 Год назад +13

    I’m impressed you have such a long term vision with so many layers of detail!

  • @patriciathompson350
    @patriciathompson350 Год назад +24

    I wish I had your energy Dan. Happy Easter to you, your family and the viewers. ❤

  • @charmees6637
    @charmees6637 Год назад +8

    Nice quick clearing have a wonderful Easter Dan with your family 🐣

  • @thewilliamseswonderfulworld
    @thewilliamseswonderfulworld Год назад +5

    Here in South Carolina we call that a weed whacker. 🥰

  • @quidditchmum
    @quidditchmum Год назад +4

    I like the wind sound! It feels like I’m there.

  • @estavoyernathalie9433
    @estavoyernathalie9433 Год назад +4

    Un patrimoine français exceptionnel, pour information, la crise des grandes fortunes et la baisse des revenues agricoles entraînent l’arrêt des chantiers de construction et réparation . Aucun château n’est édifié ou presque après 1918...
    Les métiers se sont perdus les toitures ont pris l’eau, les incendies ont été catastrophiques....
    Bonne Pâques 🎉

  • @rontanser9369
    @rontanser9369 Год назад +14

    Once again, well done, you achieved quite a bit with that new grass cutter it did well

  • @PatKnecht
    @PatKnecht 15 дней назад

    I love the way you tell the thoughts with your photography! The black mower internet store is just one example. Your gentle humor carries the day! I follow faithfully.

  • @penihavir1777
    @penihavir1777 Год назад +5

    You’re so full of energy. 😁
    Maybe leave a tree or two in the parking area. The shady spots are always prized on a hot summer day. 🙂

  • @kareliask
    @kareliask Год назад +3

    Good idea about using the rubble on the car park. No doubt you're already on top of this, but do take that extra half hour to ensure the grading for the rainwater runoff is perfect, as it's annoying to have to re-do once the gravel top is down if you notice puddles, and once you put a feature like this down, it'll be useful for decades if made well.

  • @mikestoodley8349
    @mikestoodley8349 2 месяца назад

    Ah, it would be sooo cool if you reinstated the old driveway after the chateau is finished and no longer need the direct access for the supplies, or at least see where it went. To have just garden at the front and parking at the back would look fantastic, and a nod to how it was probably set out 100+ years ago

  • @sherryrector2275
    @sherryrector2275 Год назад +6

    At least we got a video and I do understand the wind is a hassle.

  • @paulineclare5065
    @paulineclare5065 Год назад +4

    I had your energy at 40 were now on our 5th renovation but at 75 you exhaust me! Keep going Dan while you can. X

  • @barbaradetmer9927
    @barbaradetmer9927 Год назад

    I love that the red brick was used all over the outside of the chateau. It gives a nod the older lentils I the basement.

  • @paulbombardier8722
    @paulbombardier8722 Год назад +8

    Such energy! I got the biggest chuckle out of the music you chose for this video. Good doing, Dan.

  • @Grandmotherof3
    @Grandmotherof3 Год назад +6

    I just have to check in every day to see the progress!! Well done!

  • @SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc
    @SuperAbcdabcdabcdabc Год назад +10

    Hello from PEI Canada. I am always amazed by what you do.

  • @janetwhitney233
    @janetwhitney233 Год назад +8

    Thanks Dan loved it. Have a great Easter holiday with those little Dan’s.

  • @taitweigel64
    @taitweigel64 Год назад +4

    You're a dreamer, a worker, a visionary! Lot's of creative energy. Happy Easter Dan!

  • @joannebolton1
    @joannebolton1 Год назад +5

    Happy Easter! Dan&fam
    🐰🐣🐇🤍✝️

  • @daviddavidson-methot679
    @daviddavidson-methot679 Год назад +26

    Dan, I’ll be staying at Stephanie’s on 11 and 12 May (next month) and would love to see your place in person. And I’ll throw in a trip to your favorite Brico - you pick out the stuff, I’ll cover it. Sound like a deal? You can get my contact info from Natalie. I’ll send her an e-mail as well so she’s knows it’s legit. Looking forward to meeting you in person after all these years (following Steph and now you, too!).

    • @sheilaghk6350
      @sheilaghk6350 Год назад +5

      Nice one!

    • @jeanniehenrichs1897
      @jeanniehenrichs1897 Год назад +1

      David! Your offer is so generous, bless you! I hope to see you on the daily here when that happens! I’m a faithful fan of LaLande and Dan, you are the kind of people that make the world better….good on you♥️

    • @Chateaulady
      @Chateaulady Год назад +1

      So kind of you. My heart is melting at this thoughtful gesture you are making. Spoil him....he deserves it. So many of us live continents away & would love to be able to do this but sadly are not. Thank you for your kindness ❤🇨🇦

  • @d14551
    @d14551 Год назад +8

    I was wondering what you were going to do with all the rubble you've been clearing. Great idea!

    • @tatyanazhigzhitova8711
      @tatyanazhigzhitova8711 Год назад +2

      Приедет Ник с измельчителем веток и все будет о*кей.

  • @1231ms54
    @1231ms54 Год назад +5

    What a large area now that it is cleared. Good job!!

    • @mikemike2683
      @mikemike2683 Год назад

      Hi Martha
      How are you today? 🌹🌿

  • @margiemistretta8885
    @margiemistretta8885 Год назад +10

    Happy Easter to you and boys!!

  • @georgesgohier484
    @georgesgohier484 Год назад +6

    Have a happy Easter with the family!
    Cheers!

  • @carolineslater1731
    @carolineslater1731 Год назад +2

    I half expected you to find cobble stones that were the original standage lol. I've got so used to you finding tiles etc.. Been spoilt. Happy Easter, see you Monday. 😊🐰

  • @katiepandey5023
    @katiepandey5023 Год назад +8

    Can you do a video on what your plans are for the chateau?

  • @ambilaevus7607
    @ambilaevus7607 Год назад +1

    Thanks for posting less grand stuff like this.
    It's showing my son how grand things are a series of thinking forward into future needs and doing minor mundane tasks that string together into greatness.

  • @joyeddlemon798
    @joyeddlemon798 Год назад +6

    Looks great! HAPPY EASTER!

  • @shannydavis1973
    @shannydavis1973 Год назад +8

    Easter Blessings to you and your loved ones, Dan, God bless you

  • @monalingan9523
    @monalingan9523 Год назад +18

    Happy Easter Dan to you and your family. 🐣🎂🐰

  • @MK-Farm-Michigan
    @MK-Farm-Michigan Год назад +9

    That area looks fantastic, Dan! Keep up the good gym work-out

  • @katharinatrub1338
    @katharinatrub1338 Год назад +8

    A Happy Easter to you Dan, aswell as Annelise and O-course : the Boys!

  • @eloiseglazenborg2039
    @eloiseglazenborg2039 Год назад +17

    I love the location of the car park! And I was wondering if you have any updates on the cabin? Where will it go? Happy Easter to you too

  • @irenemulcahy2495
    @irenemulcahy2495 Год назад +2

    Mowing the grass with the mower will encourage the grass to grow and before long its going to look like a beautiful parkland. Its all looking so good. Happy Easter break 🐰🐣💜

  • @kerrylynnparsons7879
    @kerrylynnparsons7879 Год назад +2

    Great lawnmower!!! That will be perfect for parking!!! Happy Easter!!! 🥰🤗💖🐰🐣🙏🐓🥚⛅️🐝🎶💚🌸🌻🌺

  • @mairimclaughlin9763
    @mairimclaughlin9763 Год назад +4

    I agree Dan not having the cars outside the Chateux Love seeing your progress. Happy Easter to you all. 🐣

  • @GyurlTrini
    @GyurlTrini Год назад

    Hey Dan! So, about that driveway ... I've seen on other gardening videos, where, they're able to take, whether it's a shovel, or a power washer, or, strimmer / weed whacker, and, under the grass they find the old driveway or a side walk or something, because they're using those tools to find the edges of concrete or stone, or asphalt, or whatever was used to build the driveway / sidewalk originally. And I wanted to suggest to you, you could, maybe, try that, whether it's from the base of the steps, or from the gate! Who knows! You may find something if you just take a quick look & dig down about an inch or two!

  • @randyrice1429
    @randyrice1429 Год назад +6

    Happy Easter, Dan! Nice work today.

  • @cliffhorman6846
    @cliffhorman6846 Год назад +3

    So many historical things are coming to life. It all tells a big and interesting story Dan!

  • @scampbell3363
    @scampbell3363 Год назад +5

    As always love your music choices.

  • @carenvisser607
    @carenvisser607 Год назад +9

    So exciting to see all the changes.

  • @cindyblair1283
    @cindyblair1283 13 часов назад

    You may not see this cause I just found your channel! But I am on 38 and have enjoyed each one. I am going to finish until the end. But I honestly love your energy and your love that you have for restoring this chateau ❤ keep cracking on!

  • @nadeansimmons226
    @nadeansimmons226 Год назад +4

    I like the idea of the cars being away from the front

  • @claudioanthon2354
    @claudioanthon2354 Год назад +2

    Have a good Easter, Dan! Good ideas for the driveway. Think of what it would be like at night the chateau lit, torches, footmen, beautiful clothes, music, dancing. Maybe think of your bejeweled chateau as a guest at your own party. Hope that I can see it sometime. Much love to your lovely family.

  • @lollygee172
    @lollygee172 Год назад +8

    Have a great easter with the boys. Guessing we’ll see you at the other chateau for the day😊

  • @rosemariedeschenes7013
    @rosemariedeschenes7013 Год назад +8

    Looking good Dan. Have a Happy Easter with the boys 🐇🐣🐰😍😘

  • @wilmontkahaialii3096
    @wilmontkahaialii3096 Год назад +5

    Love the music on this video. Have a great Easter!

  • @suring2000
    @suring2000 Год назад +2

    That areas would also make a great spot for a cottage combined with a car park that could also help with security of the chateau. Closer to the entrance and maybe turned into a gift shop/refreshment area if you ever plan to open to public.

  • @mayradell4901
    @mayradell4901 Год назад +4

    You are a model of perseverance and resilience; I am very proud of you and send you infinite blessings, health, and lots of love, happy Easter Dan!!!!

  • @williamsnyder1205
    @williamsnyder1205 Год назад +1

    Nice mower Dan ,go get the boys, have a great day off we'll all be seeing you Monday!!!

  • @annettesharrock1236
    @annettesharrock1236 Год назад +8

    Well done Dan the space clearer man. Happy Easter 🐣 💓 to you and the boys. See yer Monday 😉 😊

  • @kalilaelias7820
    @kalilaelias7820 Год назад +10

    love u'r videos and that journey just amazing

  • @lindaarmstrongjackman9788
    @lindaarmstrongjackman9788 Год назад +4

    I love a tidy worksite😁👍👍
    Happy Easter to you and those darling boys . ❤️🐓🐣🐇🐑❤️

  • @camillaramstedt8051
    @camillaramstedt8051 Год назад +1

    It’s now starting to look like a proper Chateau park!
    I was first a litle bit weary about taking al the vegetation down, the grounds looked so naked. But it all stats to make sense now. Beautiful work Dan.

  • @louisegatti9262
    @louisegatti9262 Год назад +3

    Happy Resurrection (Easter)Day to you and your family. Enjoy your day with the boys. That lawn mower will come in handy when the grass begins to grow. You are getting so much done, the transformation is awesome!!!!

    • @mikemike2683
      @mikemike2683 Год назад

      Hi Gatti
      How are you today? 🌹🌿

  • @CynthiaBerry713
    @CynthiaBerry713 Год назад +5

    Never noticed the wall in the background, can't wait to see that all cleared up, and the music was spot on toe tapping happy dance music! Happy Easter to you, Annalise and the boys!

    • @sheilaghk6350
      @sheilaghk6350 Год назад

      But will it need pointing.....

    • @michellebyrom6551
      @michellebyrom6551 Год назад +1

      ​@@sheilaghk6350 possibly. If there's a lull in the main work, it may just be done anyway. Lol

  • @suehall3298
    @suehall3298 Год назад +4

    Happy Easter to you & your Family 🤗 mower did a Great job 👍
    Love Sue❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

  • @mannyortiz4814
    @mannyortiz4814 Год назад +2

    Dan my man. Keeping busy is your motto. Like the new mower. Well my lover see ya tomorrow. Take care and stay safe. Love ya 🍺❤️🌹🇺🇸🕊😇🙏🌈🌞👍🐰🐥

  • @Goodnessgraciius
    @Goodnessgraciius Год назад +2

    Imagine walking from that spot to the chateau in high heels. You might want to put the car park closer.

    • @hazelbalti3409
      @hazelbalti3409 Год назад +2

      Dan doesn’t wear high heels - he leaves those to PhiPhi and Fanny. 😉

  • @susanmeek4947
    @susanmeek4947 Год назад +1

    LOVE ❤️ from a kindred spirit. Have a great Easter tide and cudos for carefully transforming your Chateau!

  • @missybekind5022
    @missybekind5022 Год назад +1

    😊 I don't know how you do it?? If only I had 1/5 of your patience. 😅
    Wishing you and the family a Blessed Easter. 🕊

  • @Momvon1
    @Momvon1 Год назад +3

    Love watching the transformation Dan! The music 🎶 is awesome 👍 being from the USA I'm loving it!

  • @jomcgee6094
    @jomcgee6094 Год назад +6

    Have a great and blessed Easter Dan and family!❤ 🐰 🐇 😊

  • @scopex2749
    @scopex2749 9 месяцев назад

    V36: So wish I was over there with my strimmer brush cutting! LOOKING GREAT.

  • @patriciarinaldi9390
    @patriciarinaldi9390 Год назад +2

    I was rolling at the mowing speedup . It looks awesome !! Great idea a car park. Enjoy the boys Happy Easter hope you have lots of chocolate in your near future 😊🐇🐣🐥

  • @jenib9615
    @jenib9615 Год назад +2

    Oh wow, that coffee machine gets me wanting that coffee every time! Yummy

  • @deborahmarion9038
    @deborahmarion9038 Год назад +7

    Happy Easter to you and your boys! 🐣 🐥🐇✝️💟
    I’m looking forward to this journey with you, Dan. Every day it’s a pleasure to watch the progress being made.

  • @robertpina99
    @robertpina99 Год назад +1

    Have a good weekend, Dan. I'm exhausted just watching you toil over the undergrowth.

  • @genevieveradford3165
    @genevieveradford3165 Год назад +5

    Happy Easter 🐰 to you and your sons!

  • @sharongaines3043
    @sharongaines3043 Год назад +2

    Come and do ours, your so quick it will be done it 5 mins instead of a day. 😅 Its wearing my poor husband out. Hope your 2 boys enjoy easter, maybe they will go to Lalande for the egg hunt.
    Have a lovely Easter.
    See you Monday. Xx

  • @sharoncole8249
    @sharoncole8249 Год назад +5

    Thay use to have to have 2 drives so the horses and carts could get in and out 💖😊💖

  • @pamkullman8839
    @pamkullman8839 Год назад +5

    Have a great weekend with the boys! Happy Easter

  • @Pete-nl8ok
    @Pete-nl8ok Год назад +4

    Even if you do a little at a time, it will get done.

  • @lindar2245
    @lindar2245 Год назад +8

    Just like at Lalande, you'll need a decent area near the chateau for everyday parking, for several cars, especially in foul weather. Practically, your car park away from the house will end up being used for parties or longer-term.

  • @GrannyCompton
    @GrannyCompton Год назад +7

    Yes, I agree with your thought about a side parking. I cannot understand the Chateau's who have their vehicles parked directly in front of the place. Jeez. . .

  • @user-ov2jq4or2p
    @user-ov2jq4or2p Год назад +1

    used to walk dogs there when i lived local,lots history well worth saving .

  • @johnfyfe3233
    @johnfyfe3233 Год назад +4

    Happy Easter Dan! 😊❤