When it comes to Dan you can really say: Doing it by myself. He is such a hard worker and don’t pretend to do everything by himself when he doesn’t and source everything out. Just think about it, he is raising two wonderful boys, renovating a farmhouse, renovating a whole chateau and edits a video everyday. This is mind blowing what he is capable of achieving. My biggest respect.
It is also amazing what turns out when you trust a None-profit to take care of your place and it turns out to ruin. This is the first time in 50 years anyone steped up and repaired this abused and neglected place of refuge . After learning that the owner leased their place to a Non-profit company and when they got done left it in ruin . 200 Hundred Children has been saved and what happened when it was over . ? The House was left to ruin and neglect .
Everyone always told me when I purchased my old stone building, to just start with one room and make it mine and get use to the feel of the building and let the building get use to me. This room for you, is exactly that. Great start! Heather from Canada 🧱🏰
Boy..... Nick and his assistant sure kicked butt today !Such hard workers !! Looking so good. You were a workhorse Dan in the underground room!! Fantastic day !!!
I would use this Mansion as a Room and Board for those that had been in that area and tell stories about what happened for the last forgotten 50 years that is not told . Loads of people would like to know why one of those 50 Children could not come forward and save this place of shelter and is now in a state of ruin .
These chateau videos are my current daily favorites on RUclips. I can't get enough of them. I kind of wish I hadn't found them until years from now so I could binge watch them.
Some might say if there is nothing between the ears there is no need to wear a safety hat to protect your head. However, I think there is a lot between your ears so worthwhile protecting with a hard hat. Hate to see you taken out with so much to do!
So happy to see Cameron joining Nick, two wonderful people passionate about our wonderful woods!! Welcome Cameron, you’ll be part of this awesome transformation. Dreams coming true for Dan and his sons! ❤
Can't believe how much you all achieved in just one day! I'm exhausted just watching it!😂 Am loving seeing the progress you are making. See ya tomorrow!😊
Dan, I was thinking way back to when you first visited the chateau and were dreaming what it could be like to restore it. I could tell that it was love at first sight and that you would do it. It must have felt so satisfying at the end of this day to see all that was accomplished and to know there is so much more to come. Take care of your safety working and GET A PROPER RAMP!
😮😂! The look on Nick’s face! 🤣. The basement room shows the original owner’s attention to detail, from the words on the doors to the decorative bricks above the doors.
I can just imagine how beautiful the yard area will be when you finish and plant your gardens. I can just see that area with beautiful flowers and shrubs.
That basement is beautiful ❤. Sure hope the Stihl company sponsors Nick to use their products. Because of him that’s the first brand of power tools I would consider. 😉
Daniel - It's so great to see you happy - a light shines in your eyes and I can see your self-confidence and pride in yourself! As well you deserve it! You have a good head on your shoulders:)
A massive congratulations on your first recovered room Dan! What an achievement! You really have turned a corner now! The guys are also doing a fantastic job outside... It will all come together so beautifully. I can see it going in leaps and bounds ahead now!
Nick the Wood Wizard is amazing!! It looks great- only problem is now you can see the neighbors. But otherwise he's doing incredible things. And the Basement room is coming out so clean.
Always enjoy the end of my day when I sit down to enjoy your vlog. Love seeing how Nick is helping you out and showing how a pro removes overgrown trees. He’s amazing but Dan’s the man.
I see that sparkle in your eyes when you talk about what is opening up and going to happen there! And glad to see Nick has a helper and getting him trained for the next generation to keep doing the good work. Great watching this happen.
I would totally leave the brick walls unrendered. They add a rustic charm to the room. It is so gratifying to see how happy Dan is with the newly cleared area at the front of the chateau. It is stunning to see the huge amount that Nick and team manages to clear in a relatively short period of time. It is truly inspiring.
It all looks so much cleaner and fresher and clear..like you can finally breathe! So happy to see someone with a blower which is so wonderful for gettin😮g everything a broom or shovel misses! Am waiting for the main room to be finished clearing out the copious amounts of debris and that last tree!
It’s so good to see you so happy and with so much enthusiasm Superman!!! I will continue praying for your protection and for your success in everything you do. We are all cheering for you and your family
I felt those numb arms….when you chip the plaster in the next room put a tarp down so you can drag it all out instead of using your dodgy too short board😊🤣😊❤️
Good to see Dan is using a bolster to remove the old mortar. That ice pick he had yesterday was showing no respect for the bricks at all. Good job mate.
Even though you have just gotten started on your renovations Dan, your chateau is by far the prettiest chateau I've seen and its going to be an absolute stunner when you get stuck into restoring the building.
I’m honestly surprised you don’t have a million subscribers at this point! You are such a friendly face to see everyday, you have truly quality videos, it’s entertaining, music is a bit off for my personal taste but man I just love your channel. If I still lived in Germany, if I knew where this place was I would have taken a few days off a month to head there and help you out where needed.
I enjoyed the easy breezy bluesy music. The property itself is looking amazing and I do believe Cameron has taken on quite a learning experience with the knowledgeable and hardworking Nick. Your proper room is going to be great and your comment to Nick: "I'm sure you've hear this before..." made me laugh out loud when I saw Nick's face.
You all are doing amazing things Dan. Looking so good! Such a joy to follow your progress. The basement area is amazing Dan! You can camp in there while you are restoring!
I’m so glad to see you wearing a proper mask, Dan. And it’s always good to see Nick do his thing, although I feel bad for the trees. I do understand the need for them to come down.
INCREDIBLE WORK you, Nick and Cameron have done in 1 Day!! Plus your camera work and music is GREAT …Very Satisfying watching your progress!! ❤️from Montreal
What a lot of work you all got done! Clearing out all those trees and brambles makes such a difference! Can’t wait to see what you decide on for the basement room!
Awesome work in one day! It’s also great that you all clean up the worksite at the end of each day. Great job! It’s almost time for Stephanie and pals to return for a follow up picnic.
You all worked terrifically hard and the results are amazing Dan. It will be easier for you when you get some electricity there to use power tools and recharge them. Well done 💕🇦🇺
Hi Dan - I know it's unlike your normal 'doing' vlogs and you have touched on your overall plans briefly but I would love an in depth 'planning' episode. What permissions do you need to renovate/rebuild in France, what's the process like, how long does it take, are you working with an architect, how much will the project cost etc etc. I have renovated a heritage house before in Australia but dream of doing one in France one day and would love for you to really get into the nitty gritty of the project beyond just the chores. Cheers!
Dan my love. Some hard work taking place. All the dust and clean up is worth it in the end. The digger has done a great job of cleaning the landscape. I love that you finally have a viable room. Honey, take care and stay safe. See ya tomorrow. Love you 🍺🍺🍺🙏🎈🌹🕊🇺🇸😇❤️🌈👍🌞
I am 67 years old and wish I had had men in my life that had your work ethic. My husband did 0 DIY , but was willing to pay someone else to do the work. If he had been like you I probably would have worked him to death. 😂 Keep up the amazing work you are doing. 👏👏👏
Uncovering that room is such a huge victory, towards your final goal. Congratulations. It’s going to be great no matter what you choose it to be, because you did it.
Great stuff Dan! What a difference both in the basement and Nick’s changes to the overgrown grounds. Every little bit is as exciting for your followers as much as for you. 👏🥰
Dan, I always love your music choices.. The song you played for Nicks section had a very “ You can leave your hat on” vibe! I dunno where you find the energy, but I’m glad you do!
The historical tidbits such as the info on the doors gets my attention. Combine it with the other bits of information you have shared from the time the chateau housed the children is fascinating. Thanks for sharing!
Great job on the basement room can't wait untill you get further into the other rooms to see if there's any hidden treasure it's going to look amazing when it's finished
Free suggestion, so worth what you paid for it. I had a house on a bit of land and carefully choose some trees and bushes that would block the view of neighboring buildings from sight lines from my house, especially from the porch or important interior windows. Makes it feel even more secluded.
Impressive. A day filled with satisfying (grunty) jobs. Very cool basement finds. I picture you all huddled in the basement sipping tea from china cups w/your baby fingers pointing up ☕ I take it you mean T as in tool storage? Whatever it is, it's useful & lookin' great.
To those who think Dan should now live in that room....No! No, he shouldn't! He's going to need real livable space. A place to rest and relax away from all the work. Would you want to put a cot or something in your office and live there?!
@@buildingwithtrees2258 The physical labor Dan does is at a whole different level from Elon sitting at a desk thinking sh*t up and tweeting about it. After a full day of back-breaking dirty work, you want a hot shower, a comfy chair to edit your video, and a nice bed in a heated room to get a good night's sleep. Dan works way harder than the average person. He's never idle.
If the dust doesn't creep in, and that's a big "If" ...& if it saves time and money. But like s.girl said ...there are no amenities or basic creature comforts ...yet.
When it comes to Dan you can really say: Doing it by myself. He is such a hard worker and don’t pretend to do everything by himself when he doesn’t and source everything out. Just think about it, he is raising two wonderful boys, renovating a farmhouse, renovating a whole chateau and edits a video everyday. This is mind blowing what he is capable of achieving. My biggest respect.
I am pretty sure he sees his kids as much as any father working in a full time job nowadays.
Dans great but come on he has a lot of help. This is not at all a one man job. And Dan would be the first to agree
It is also amazing what turns out when you trust a None-profit to take care of your place and it turns out to ruin. This is the first time in 50 years anyone steped up and repaired this abused and neglected place of refuge . After learning that the owner leased their place to a Non-profit company and when they got done left it in ruin . 200 Hundred Children has been saved and what happened when it was over . ? The House was left to ruin and neglect .
Same from 🇺🇲👋
Having a dry room and a place that's more sheltered--that can be a game changer.
Everyone always told me when I purchased my old stone building, to just start with one room and make it mine and get use to the feel of the building and let the building get use to me. This room for you, is exactly that. Great start! Heather from Canada 🧱🏰
Boy..... Nick and his assistant sure kicked butt today !Such hard workers !! Looking so good. You were a workhorse Dan in the underground room!! Fantastic day !!!
Nick is such a great guy and a pro in his field- it’s nice to see him passing the knowledge down to Cameron!
Gotta just love no messing with Nick! He is just too damn cool!
@@laurariley308 Yup, we luv him, a real professional!!
I would use this Mansion as a Room and Board for those that had been in that area and tell stories about what happened for the last forgotten 50 years that is not told . Loads of people would like to know why one of those 50 Children could not come forward and save this place of shelter and is now in a state of ruin .
These chateau videos are my current daily favorites on RUclips. I can't get enough of them. I kind of wish I hadn't found them until years from now so I could binge watch them.
I believe there'll be new ones for decades to come.
Me too!
Exactly. Took the words outta my mouth.
Well, not exactly years later, but that's kinda my situation right now
🎇👁️👁️🔹 So far; I've time to play Catch Up with a Marathon this weekend.
You should build a ramp for the basement as well as a ramp for the main entrance. I mean one that is sturdy and can be used for the long haul.
Agreed, I was watching that plank thinking it was a smack to the goolies just waiting to happen lol
@@mackdickson1209 he already has two boys so the goolies don’t matter anymore 😂😁👍😂
Even a couple of pieces of check plate to use as ramps.
Great work today Dan. Starting to see areas ready for access, storage and delivery of supplies.
Hope you get power and your cabin soon.
Some might say if there is nothing between the ears there is no need to wear a safety hat to protect your head. However, I think there is a lot between your ears so worthwhile protecting with a hard hat. Hate to see you taken out with so much to do!
So happy to see Cameron joining Nick, two wonderful people passionate about our wonderful woods!! Welcome Cameron, you’ll be part of this awesome transformation. Dreams coming true for Dan and his sons! ❤
Dan doesn't need a cabin to start work on the chateau... the basement's nicer than the cave we grew up in! Find a door & voilà! ❤️🙏
Can't believe how much you all achieved in just one day! I'm exhausted just watching it!😂 Am loving seeing the progress you are making. See ya tomorrow!😊
Dan, I was thinking way back to when you first visited the chateau and were dreaming what it could be like to restore it. I could tell that it was love at first sight and that you would do it. It must have felt so satisfying at the end of this day to see all that was accomplished and to know there is so much more to come. Take care of your safety working and GET A PROPER RAMP!
I kept say the same thing to my tv... you could use a longer ramp :)
You could practically see how amazing that basement was at one time.
😮😂! The look on Nick’s face! 🤣. The basement room shows the original owner’s attention to detail, from the words on the doors to the decorative bricks above the doors.
Your mates did a hell of a job on the grounds. The basement looks amazing.
Can’t believe how the outside and basement has changed! So exciting❤😂
I can just imagine how beautiful the yard area will be when you finish and plant your gardens. I can just see that area with beautiful flowers and shrubs.
Looks like you'll have to plant some new trees along the boundary to screen off the neighbours property and give you some privacy.
Thinking the same, now he has cleared the area and made a view of his neighbor.
Yeah that’s the plan
What a job getting up those stairs with the wheelbarrow.
And one with a slightly flat wheel, besides. ...
Looks fantastic! Amazing how big that chainsaw is and how he handles it with such ease! So glad you got this video out... Thank you for sharing.
Good days job Dan! Nick has the yard covered, it’s going to look great!
I love the stonework in the cellar it’s going to be beautiful when it’s cleaned and repointed 😀
That basement is beautiful ❤. Sure hope the Stihl company sponsors Nick to use their products. Because of him that’s the first brand of power tools I would consider. 😉
Daniel - It's so great to see you happy - a light shines in your eyes and I can see your self-confidence and pride in yourself! As well you deserve it! You have a good head on your shoulders:)
It’s true. I think that this is his happy place.
V26: Nic has really given you some 'working space' now around the property and your Tea room looks great!
Dan, so nice to see new discoveries. Even if they’re seemingly small(like the the basement patterned concrete floor)-find joy where you can!
Looks great Dan!! A real room! Give you vision that it will be eventually a proper Chateau💕
I finally saw some old photos of the Chateau from the 1930's on google images and shows the impressive roof work
A massive congratulations on your first recovered room Dan! What an achievement! You really have turned a corner now! The guys are also doing a fantastic job outside... It will all come together so beautifully. I can see it going in leaps and bounds ahead now!
Nick the Wood Wizard is amazing!! It looks great- only problem is now you can see the neighbors. But otherwise he's doing incredible things.
And the Basement room is coming out so clean.
What great progress Dan. Stop at the end of day and look around and smile "I did it!. Thank you for taking us along on your journey.
Great job Dan cleaning up the basements. Enjoyed.
Clearing all that out is good! You & Nick….cracking me up 😂
Always enjoy the end of my day when I sit down to enjoy your vlog. Love seeing how Nick is helping you out and showing how a pro removes overgrown trees. He’s amazing but Dan’s the man.
I see that sparkle in your eyes when you talk about what is opening up and going to happen there! And glad to see Nick has a helper and getting him trained for the next generation to keep doing the good work. Great watching this happen.
All 3 of you are very harding working souls. The outside obviously has the biggest changes but so does the chateau. Well done guys.
I would totally leave the brick walls unrendered. They add a rustic charm to the room. It is so gratifying to see how happy Dan is with the newly cleared area at the front of the chateau. It is stunning to see the huge amount that Nick and team manages to clear in a relatively short period of time. It is truly inspiring.
It all looks so much cleaner and fresher and clear..like you can finally breathe! So happy to see someone with a blower which is so wonderful for gettin😮g everything a broom or shovel misses! Am waiting for the main room to be finished clearing out the copious amounts of debris and that last tree!
It’s so good to see you so happy and with so much enthusiasm Superman!!! I will continue praying for your protection and for your success in everything you do. We are all cheering for you and your family
I felt those numb arms….when you chip the plaster in the next room put a tarp down so you can drag it all out instead of using your dodgy too short board😊🤣😊❤️
You look sooooo happy, Dan. Glad things are finally starting to progress❤😊🇨🇦
You are doing a great job Dan. Always look forward to your videos.
Good to see Dan is using a bolster to remove the old mortar. That ice pick he had yesterday was showing no respect for the bricks at all. Good job mate.
Even though you have just gotten started on your renovations Dan, your chateau is by far the prettiest chateau I've seen and its going to be an absolute stunner when you get stuck into restoring the building.
A lot accomplished today! Basement room looks great. I can't even begin to imagine the knowledge Nick has to pass along.
I’m honestly surprised you don’t have a million subscribers at this point! You are such a friendly face to see everyday, you have truly quality videos, it’s entertaining, music is a bit off for my personal taste but man I just love your channel. If I still lived in Germany, if I knew where this place was I would have taken a few days off a month to head there and help you out where needed.
It's amazing how much 2 days with Nick can make so much difference 👍👍
I enjoyed the easy breezy bluesy music. The property itself is looking amazing and I do believe Cameron has taken on quite a learning experience with the knowledgeable and hardworking Nick. Your proper room is going to be great and your comment to Nick: "I'm sure you've hear this before..." made me laugh out loud when I saw Nick's face.
I can't believe those beautiful pristine brick walls were hiding under that deteriorated render!
The basement is starting to so good I love seeing the changes 😊😊
What a difference the day makes! Such a pleasure watching you working and making such a progress. Imagine the end result! Can not wait.
Dan you look so happy when you are working on your own big project! It is going to look smashing!
Great progress made today Dan, by you and Nick.
You all are doing amazing things Dan. Looking so good! Such a joy to follow your progress. The basement area is amazing Dan! You can camp in there while you are restoring!
If you use a longer board as a ramp it will be a lot easier to get to the top.
I'm really enjoying your progress. Very uplifting and positive.
That wood chipper is worth it's weight in gold!
Thanks for sharing your day. 😀
It’ll be so useful for a workshop/tool storage and dry space to work! Great job!!!
I would love to see you to use this room as your living quarters while renovating! Buy a composting toilet!
I'd love to see Dan clear all the basement - secure it - and it could be his cabin!
Fantastic progress from a hard day's graft by you three! And love the bluesy accompaniment! 👌
I am loving all this Dan Hope i live long enough to see that magical place restored xx
I’m so glad to see you wearing a proper mask, Dan. And it’s always good to see Nick do his thing, although I feel bad for the trees. I do understand the need for them to come down.
Congratulations on getting your first room cleared! It's a big deal. 👏💪🎉
I'm happy your Chateau makes you happy, hard working Danling! 💗
You need those portable battery boxes like the Pethericks use!
Man cave! It looks SO great! What a difference, inside and out!
INCREDIBLE WORK you, Nick and Cameron have done in 1 Day!! Plus your camera work and music is GREAT …Very Satisfying watching your progress!! ❤️from Montreal
What a lot of work you all got done! Clearing out all those trees and brambles makes such a difference! Can’t wait to see what you decide on for the basement room!
Awesome work in one day! It’s also great that you all clean up the worksite at the end of each day. Great job! It’s almost time for Stephanie and pals to return for a follow up picnic.
Looks like the wheelbarrow tire could use some air.
You all worked terrifically hard and the results are amazing Dan. It will be easier for you when you get some electricity there to use power tools and recharge them. Well done 💕🇦🇺
Wow Dan! You are a lucky guy - the basement is in a better condition than expected!!! I'm amazed. 🤩
Great progress! Such backbreaking work removing the debris.
Work boots - check, respirator - check, hard-hat - bzzzzzzt! I hope you can find a way to stabilize the top of that building, Mr. Dan.
Glad to see you consistently wearing safety gear, Dan 😊. We need you to stay healthy and whole in order to see your dream project completed 🥳🥳🥳
Hi Dan - I know it's unlike your normal 'doing' vlogs and you have touched on your overall plans briefly but I would love an in depth 'planning' episode. What permissions do you need to renovate/rebuild in France, what's the process like, how long does it take, are you working with an architect, how much will the project cost etc etc. I have renovated a heritage house before in Australia but dream of doing one in France one day and would love for you to really get into the nitty gritty of the project beyond just the chores. Cheers!
Dan my love. Some hard work taking place. All the dust and clean up is worth it in the end. The digger has done a great job of cleaning the landscape. I love that you finally have a viable room. Honey, take care and stay safe. See ya tomorrow. Love you 🍺🍺🍺🙏🎈🌹🕊🇺🇸😇❤️🌈👍🌞
The brick wall gave me flashbacks to the Chateau pantry.
I am 67 years old and wish I had had men in my life that had your work ethic. My husband did 0 DIY , but was willing to pay someone else to do the work. If he had been like you I probably would have worked him to death. 😂 Keep up the amazing work you are doing. 👏👏👏
Wow Nick is truely amazing, so so, skilled, so look forward to following him. Dan you too are doing amazingly well. NZ’r loving your progress.
Uncovering that room is such a huge victory, towards your final goal. Congratulations. It’s going to be great no matter what you choose it to be, because you did it.
Awesome progress! Very glad to see you realizing that Pulling a barrow is easier than Pushing! Cheerio!
A longer ramp ? Great work boys !! ☺❤
I love to see the progress you make each day!!! I am so excited to watch the chateau come back to life!!!! Awesome job!!
Dan, Nick and you are both amazing! Wow! What a huge change!
Great stuff Dan! What a difference both in the basement and Nick’s changes to the overgrown grounds. Every little bit is as exciting for your followers as much as for you. 👏🥰
The wheel barrow works a lot better with air in the tire
I was thinking the same!
(Edit: at least mine do!)
Absolutely love the music
What a difference a day makes … it’s coming along very nicely. I love the colour and texture of those red bricks.
God bless you darling Dan 🐱 you are hard working and you have an artist's eye 🌹🌞
Dan, I always love your music choices.. The song you played for Nicks section had a very “ You can leave your hat on” vibe! I dunno where you find the energy, but I’m glad you do!
Fantastic guys, you’re really starting to make progress. Well done
The historical tidbits such as the info on the doors gets my attention. Combine it with the other bits of information you have shared from the time the chateau housed the children is fascinating. Thanks for sharing!
Great job on the basement room can't wait untill you get further into the other rooms to see if there's any hidden treasure it's going to look amazing when it's finished
I always knew Nick would have a big one! 😂
Free suggestion, so worth what you paid for it. I had a house on a bit of land and carefully choose some trees and bushes that would block the view of neighboring buildings from sight lines from my house, especially from the porch or important interior windows. Makes it feel even more secluded.
Yes "Laveuse" is the french word for the machine that wash the clothes, the dryer machine is " Sécheuse" in French. and yes "Bois" is for wood. Yay!!!
Impressive. A day filled with satisfying (grunty) jobs. Very cool basement finds. I picture you all huddled in the basement sipping tea from china cups w/your baby fingers pointing up ☕ I take it you mean T as in tool storage? Whatever it is, it's useful & lookin' great.
To those who think Dan should now live in that room....No! No, he shouldn't! He's going to need real livable space. A place to rest and relax away from all the work. Would you want to put a cot or something in your office and live there?!
Elon Musk did that in Tesla. Hard work and determination is how European decendants dominate the world!
@@buildingwithtrees2258 The physical labor Dan does is at a whole different level from Elon sitting at a desk thinking sh*t up and tweeting about it. After a full day of back-breaking dirty work, you want a hot shower, a comfy chair to edit your video, and a nice bed in a heated room to get a good night's sleep. Dan works way harder than the average person. He's never idle.
And he has children he can NOT allow on a dangerous building site.
If the dust doesn't creep in, and that's a big "If" ...& if it saves time and money. But like s.girl said ...there are no amenities or basic creature comforts ...yet.
Kindlydude, that’s a really good point about the dust. I think that Dan should live outside of the work site.
Well done everyone & congratulations on such a productive day! It's wonderful to see you so happy, Dan! Hope you weren't too excited to sleep!
good you are clearing the brush before the birds start building nests. One room at a time!
Can't wait till the start rendering the walls and putting in electricity, not to mention the plaster moldings, etc.
What a team. Your progress is wonderful to see.