Escape to the OTHER Châteaux DIY

08/06/2023

All you chateau fans have been watching Channel 4’s new series Chateau DIY : Living the Dream and quite a few of our readers have asked to see some new material versus reruns of previously viewed episodes. So we decided to introduce you to a small 19th chateau in Béziers “Maison Jullian”.
Full story . . . https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/chateau-diy-living-the-dream-at-maison-jullian-in-beziers

19/05/2023

Chateau DIY : Living the Dream
New 8 part series starting on Sunday 21st May at 8:00 pm on More 4! This spinoff will feature eight one-hour long specials each dedicated to one of the Chateaux owners we all followed on the main series of Chateau DIY. https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/chateau-diy-living-the-dream

17/11/2022

Christmas in France
Christmas in France means magical Christmas markets, exceptional illuminations and of course, the chance to indulge in some serious food appreciation.
At this time of year towns, villages and cities across France arrange a brilliant array of festivities, special events, gourmet fairs, shows, shopping, decorated chateaux and of course, those fabulous markets. Read more . . . https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/christmas-in-france

10/11/2022

Dick and Angel Strawbridge almost went into 'panic mode' after chateau forced to close . . .
Full article Courtesy of The Express

Dick and Angel Strawbridge of Escape To The Chateau fame have opened up about the nightmare moment when they were on the verge of "complete panic" after their beloved chateau went into rack and ruin.

08/11/2022

If Escape to the Château had been on the television 10-15 years ago I am convinced that my husband and I would have become Château owners. When Channel 4 is airing Château DIY my day revolves around scheduling to be in front of the television with a glass of wine in time to “Escape”! Read on . . .

The reality of buying and renovating a chateau in france

21/10/2022

Chris and Jolyon are amongst the latest chatelains you have seen on the recent series of Château DIY. They met whilst working for the Foreign Office in 2008 and discovered their mutual lifetime dream of owning a Château.. In pursuit of the Château experience they wed in a stunning Château near Fontainebleau. Read on . . .
https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/renovations-are-underway-at-chateau-trois-cloches

18/10/2022

Château de Garrevaques “Once upon a time…there was a girl who lived in a pink castle surrounded by sunflower fields. Under the summer trees, near the winter chimney, her grandmother’s gentle voice uttered stories from the castle’s past.there was a girl who lived in a pink castle surrounded by sunflower fields. Under the summer trees, near the winter chimney, her grandmother’s gentle voice uttered stories from the castle’s past.”
Read more . . . https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/once-upon-a-time-at-chateau-de-garrevaques

14/10/2022

The Covid Effect on Chateau Sales
The lockdown in France forced many aristocrats who potentially have had the property in the family for centuries, and other owners to put their chateaux on the market, in many cases for ridiculous prices. Read on . . . https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/the-covid-effect-on-chateau-sales

12/10/2022

The Unsolved Mystery of Rennes le Château - though small, with a population of just 70 inhabitants, has been known for decades throughout France and beyond as boasting one of our greatest legends and arguably the inspiration for Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code. https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/the-unsolved-mystery-of-rennes-le-chatea

28/09/2022

If you are not familiar with the Départments of France, they were created during the Napoleonic era when there were 101 administrative capitals which were all established at a distance of one day’s horse ride from each other. Prior to the Regions merging there were 22 Regions with familiar names such as Midi-Pyrénées, Languedoc-Roussillon and Alsace, each of which of course offered their own distinct culture, local cuisine, geography and architectural styles. Read more . . . https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/frances-departments

27/09/2022

Mark your calendars for October 22nd and (in some chateaux) October 23rd for the 4th Nuit des Chateaux which began in 2019! This is the 4th time that this event has taken place in France, (as well as on a much smaller scale in Belgium, Switzerland, Spain, Belgium and the Czech Republic). Hundreds of castles will open their doors to visitors for an extraordinary nighttime experience. Their slogan “Discover the treasures of our heritage by moonlight”, how romantic!
https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/4th-nuit-des-chateaux

09/07/2022

Magical candlelight evenings at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte outside Paris.

Discover the magic of a candlelit visit of the château and gardens, lit by 2000 candles... Every evening ends with a splendid firework!

14/10/2020

Very endearing.

It was 10 years ago last night that Dick & I first met..

It's NOT our anniversary.. infact I was hosting our lovely mutual friends 40th Birthday party... My team and I were rushed off our feet, so Dick and I did not get a chance to chat.. but we smiled at each other as I served him bubbly in a tea cup and I ensured he was topped up often! I even blushed a little.. not like me!

I had printed onto a white chocolate heart a photo of every guests that attended Sophie's party...

When the guests left I flirted with the cupcake with Dicks face on it... in secret.. to realised a couple of weeks later that everyone has seen it.. including Dick!

I was going to post this last night but Dorothy saw the picture on my computer... so we snuggled into bed instead and we told the story (again) to the kids... Dorothy loved it and Arthur shook his head and told us to 'Cut the Sop factor'... Kids always keep you grounded!

Have a lovely Sunday..

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03/09/2020

Great job ladies!

02/09/2020

Tea, Scone, a Glass of Bubbly AND the Tour de France? Join in the Fun at Château de Saugé. And, you may appear in the next series of Escape to the Château DIY!

Read more: https://bit.ly/3bjVvdT

A New Series of ETTC DIY in 2021 & the Tour de France?! by Lisa LaCount | Sep 1, 2020 | Escape to the Chateau, Escape to the OTHER DIY Château | 0 comments According to the folks at Chateau de Saugé they are in for a very busy day next week! Not only is the Tour de France passing locally BUT [on t...

02/09/2020

The Chateau Art Gallery is Open! View portraits and landscapes from some very talented artists. Visit the Gallery https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/the-chateau-gallery

Escape to the OTHER Chateau DIY on ChateauxEscapesFrance.com

28/08/2020

Claire you are so talented, thank you for sharing!

Artist Claire Warbeck’s First Chateau Painting . . . Chateau de la Motte Husson! According to Claire she needs more practice?! Judge for yourself!

21/08/2020

It's noon - the magic hour when the French head off to their favourite little bistro for a menu du jour to be accompanied by a glass (or two) of their favourite.

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The French love affair with cheese and lunch

19/08/2020

Claire is so talented, she nailed it again!

Talented artist Claire Warbeck's latest portrait.
Claire just completed this beautiful portrait of Marie Wiik resident florist at Chateau de Lalande.
We are excited to see her next project, stay tuned!

17/08/2020

Isn't it gorgeous?

Another one of our bedrooms nearing completion!

14/08/2020

Paul is going to Hollywood!

Big news, Paul's inspiring story was read on ChateauxEscapesFrance.com by a Hollywood Producer and they are planning to make a short documentary. Read Paul's story https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/the-inspiring-story-of-sir-paul

11/08/2020

The Château de la Motte Husson and other châteaux that have been featured on Channel 4, as well as the Château owners, are an artist’s dream. So we decided to feature a few works which these talented people have created for us all to enjoy.

Read More https://bit.ly/3ktF9nn

Chateau Artists inspired by Escape to the Chateau DIY

07/08/2020

This is the inspiring story of Paul, a worthy ambassador for the Lily Foundation - with recognition from TV Royalty Dick and Angel Strawbridge as well as the Royal Family!

Read More https://bit.ly/31xGq49

Ambassador Paul raised funds for the Lily Foundation with his Chateau de la Motte Husson painting

04/08/2020

Angel loves unicorns and she is certainly giving her children a fantasy life full of laughter, learning, and love.

Read more https://bit.ly/31iHFnk

The Enchanted Childhood of Arthur and Dorothy Strawbridge

29/07/2020

Chateau de Vaudezert in Normandy, 17 years of ownership.

For Chateau Gossip visit https://chateauxescapesfrance.com/chateaux/chateau-gossip-july

On this day in 2003 we were in Paris signing up for the purchase of the Château ...17 years on and we have today completed the driveway ...still more jobs to do but we are getting there and are ready to welcome guests once again.

24/07/2020

The fashionable Normandy department of Seine Maritime in France is home to this Louis X chateau which today hosts weddings and offers beautifully renovated accommodations.

Read More https://bit.ly/2D1ulLM

Chateau de Sommesnil on the Alabaster Coast by Lisa LaCount | Jul 23, 2020 | Chateaux Weddings, Escape to the Chateau, Escape to the Chateau DIY Episode Recap, Escape to the OTHER DIY Château, Event | 0 comments The Chateau de Sommesnil is located in the area of Normandy known as the Caux, the Alab...

23/07/2020

Any flower experts out there?

“Help please. Dorothy and I have walked around the moat seems like flowers have burst out! What are the white ones?”

15/07/2020

Talented artist Claire Warbeck has nailed it again : "The Masked Man" Michael Petherick ready for a chateau ball with Stephanie Jarvis.
Courtesy of www.ChateauxEscapesFrance.com

07/07/2020

The lockdown in France has forced many aristocrats who potentially have had the property in the family for centuries, and other owners to put their chateaux on the market, in many cases for ridiculous prices!

Read more https://bit.ly/2BzwRZw

The Covid 19 Effect on Chateau Prices

30/06/2020

The Temple of Love set high on the hillside of Grasse with panoramic views of the French Riviera from Cap d’Antibes to the bay of Cannes, and the uniquely turquoise blue of the Mediterranean. Read More https://bit.ly/3iioTob

“The Temple of Love” at Chateau Saint Georges by Lisa LaCount | Jun 28, 2020 | Chateaux Weddings, Escape to the OTHER DIY Château | 0 comments Ah “The Temple of Love” what thoughts does this name conjure up in your mind? The Greek Goddess Aphrodite gazing adoringly at Zeus on Mount Olympus,...