Chateau CHENONCEAU -- Tour the Ultimate FAIRYTALE CASTLE -- Loire Valley, France

The Château de Chenonceau --"The Ladies' Chateau"-- is a remarkable French château spanning the river Cher, near the small village of Chenonceaux, Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire. It is one of the best-known châteaux of the Loire Valley, and the second most visited castle in France after Versailles.

An architectural mixture of late Gothic and early Renaissance, the Castle of Chenonceau and its gardens are a wonder to behold. Other than the Royal Palace of Versailles, it is the most visited château in France.

The castle was the royal residence of several queens, including Catherine de Medici and Louise de Lorraine, plus the royal mistress Diane de Poitiers. Its Renaissance interiors rival its extraordinary facade and gardens.

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ABOUT US:
Hello! I’m Vivienne, the châtelaine of a small 19th century neo-Renaissance castle in the Loire Valley of France, which I share with my delightful (and wonderfully funny!) husband, Simon, our daughter, and —whenever possible— lovely friends and family.

This is not our first chateau! 23 years ago, we bought a much larger castle nearby, which we loved with all our hearts. However, nearly 2 decades, many happy memories, countless renovations, and several small fortunes later, we made the very difficult, empty-nesting decision to downsize. With great luck and perseverance, we found our current petit château, which we are now decorating and updating with love, humour, comfort, and —of course— antiques and art!

We adore France and its many unique facets: its people, culture, landscapes, wine, food, art, and history. We also love being surrounded by châteaux, both public and private, which we can explore together! After 20 years here, we have learned many things about living in France, renovating châteaux, and appreciating the extraordinary riches surrounding us. We originally decided to make these videos as a way to share our lives with our loved ones worldwide during the pandemic lockdowns. However, we soon realised that many others are at home alone, and it is our privilege to open our home to you, our new friends. We hope you will join us on our adventures in this exceptional location, and we look forward to sharing a little Château Love!

Links
@Chateau Love
Facebook: Chateau Love

MUSIC:
(sister)
Ashley Locheed - "La Vie En Rose"

[Dr.med.GeorgeGrant]

Vivian and Simon on the grandest tour.
Their motto for this journey is clearly just Amour !
Chenonceau as backdrop serves their purpose well.
The story of this castle is interesting to tell.
They wander in the footsteps of sovereign queens of old.
Whose lives meant often hardship, but sparkles now like gold.
Though Vivian had no wooing, no courtier on his knees.
Simon clearly conquers her heart with certain ease. 👩🏼‍❤️‍👨🏻

[veronicarunge]

Made my Sunday - better than chocolate eggs! At the age of 14 I first read about the fascinating Diane de Poitiers - beautiful vlog. Thank you for sharing from Australia.

[virginiawestcot]

I look forward to your video's because I look forward to you and Simon. Handsome English Gentleman and his gorgeous loving wife. You are my favorite Chateau couple. You respect each other and the love shines through. I enjoyed the Chateau tour. TY

[denisefazio]

It's like the pigeons knew you were filming "Chateau Love" This was beautiful. Thank you.

[carolweaver]

Hope you do not mind my saying this, but one thing I love most about both of you is that you are so very down to earth and "real" that means so much to me. You could be different am sure, and have a right to be that way, but you are not that type of people, I can see this. I truly love this so much! I noticed it with your sister and your daughter Dr Isabella. Thank you for being who you truly are, loving people!

Could not help but see this in you, and it just does mean so much to come and enjoy the time with you on your vlogs. This just is something in people, a trait I like the most. It shines through!

(That would be such fun if you could ever have such a chance to buy this Chateau too, and own it, what fun this would be, * but way to much work most likely as it is an undertaken, you would need help*) I realize under the circumstances it is not for sale and probably never would be, but that would be so very exciting in many ways though if it were a possibility! But guess ne Chateau at a time is probably enough for anyone? lol But the two of you know how to make things happen it does happen and can. We do need to always believe in miracles they say, correct, as that is how things do happen to many people by the faith they carry.

[toddmurphy]

I remember many, many years ago, the first time I saw photos of this stunning Chateau. What dreams are made

[barbaragrace]

I just love the way the two of you look at each other when you speak to each other. That is an awesome love. Thank you for the chateau. It is beautiful. 😍😍

[jonimarchese]

Hi Vivienne and Simon, "wow" no words, this place was so stunning, from the architecture to the garden, and the parks, just magnificent. What a beautiful day out for two. Thank you so much for bringing us with you, it was lovely to get away. Love from N.Y.

[taitweigel]

I enjoy your vlogs for many reasons. You and Simon get a lot done and always with your own hard work and lovely style. You meet with other chateau owners, have adventures and shop together. Most of all you are a charming couple.

[helendorning]

Thank you for taking me to this spectacular Château. Appreciate you both and your wonderful commentary.

[lisanester]

I really enjoyed this tour with you and Simon as my guides. Oh and Simon, you would make a lovely concubine for Vivienne. Ahh yes, life on the edge.❤

[candydonnelly]

Aha, what a glorious Easter surprise to enjoy this morning! 🌺🌻🌷🌸Experiencing magnificent beauty and your love for each other just is everything we need to feed our souls! Sending you both blessings from the Beach in New Jersey.❤️🇫🇷❤️🇺🇸❤️

[kerri-annecassar]

Spent a lovely Sunday in Chenonceau in January. So beautiful. Loved the little chapel. All the Xmas decorations were still there and it was magnificent. Thanks for bringing back some happy memories.

[danamoss]

I almost didn't want to watch because my husband and I were supposed to be on our trip there and our itinerary included Chenonceau but due to the strikes & protests we postponed it indefinitely. 😢 I'm really glad I watched it though and I hope to get there soon! 😊 Cheers to the French people. I'm not upset they are speaking out...just disappointed we have to wait.

[joyabell]

This brings back memories of being with my dear Father in law, who took us there and explained all the History as he was very knowledgeable on French history. We sat in the gardens (in the summer) while he told us all about the mistress and the Queens.

[sharonjackson]

Vivian an Simon you are
So wonderful a couple
Who loves exquisite
Things. And that is
Special!

[ginny]

I cannot thank you enough for taking us on this tour this morning! I would dearly love to visit the Loire Valley, but this will definitely do for now. Magnificent! ♥️

[carolweaver]

Bonjour Vivienne and Simon! This is so exciting to be able to share this trip with you both! I just love anything Medici. To think I could ever have an opportunity to see such a very special and yes, fairytale Castle like this, It is totally unbelievable. I know in person it is impossible, for me and my husband, anyway, So, am thankful you have set this aside for us to journey along.

What a nice way to spend a Sunday!

[judithodonnell]

Great vlog such beautiful chateau and gardens thanks you film it so well and you enjoy yourselves too

[mjecheverria]

Happy Easter dear Vivienne and Simon...enjoy your weekend.❤