Chateau Impossible

I was shocked to see all the negative comments about the history of the castle being destroyed. If Daphne and Ian did nothing to the castle, the place would definitely fall into disrepair and be lost!

Some of the rotting areas of the castle are being discovered during the massive room to room restoration project. They also are doing a great job using historic items while gently updating this massive castle!

They even have a big shed of old antiques which are being used in each episodes. I'm also impressed that they are doing most of the work on their own! How many young couples do you know who are that resourceful and use the items they have instead of buying new things. When they do make purchases, they use furniture which fits the theme of the castle!

I've seen all of the episodes so far and look forward to seeing more renovations in future episodes!

My husband, and myself, hit on this show accidently and are so glad we did. This young couple pour their heart and soul into the renovation of an inherited, 500 year old castle, and do it with flying colors. They compromise, they talk things through, they dont play the blame game. We were actually proud of them, as if they were our own children. I got teary-eyed with them. If a married couple can make it through a renovation, they can make it through anything. 41 years of marriage and too many renovations to count. But still here to talk about each one. Great series. Keep it coming. Merci Beaucoup.

Daphne and Ian could not be any sweeter, I love the way they work together, the discoveries they make, the projects they take on. The castle, or Chateau as they call it is drenched in centuries of history bit its Daphnes grandfather who spurred her love and ambition to restore the castle and out buildings into a working wedding venue. There is true family history in every project, every episode and the end results are breathtaking! I binge watched the first six episodes and cannot wait for the next! I am so excited for their discoveries along with a real life treasure hunt along the way. There is so much more to see and discover with them. Absolutely enchanting!

I'm enjoying this journey with Daphne & Ian while they renovate their castle in France. After inheriting this castle and all of the other buildings and land they decide to keep the castle - if they can. Daphne spent her childhood summers visiting her grandfather and grandmother near Paris. She wants to honor her grandparents by keeping their vision alive. There are a lot of challenges and costs. If they can finish this castle and grounds it will make a fabulous venue for parties and weddings. Daphne and Ian seem to be a caring and loving couple. This is their future and I sincerely wish them well.

What I like....

They have good chemistry and they're nice to look at. The history is interesting. Getting to see the interior of the chateau is cool if you love old houses, like I do. Tony and Ian are both enjoyable tv presences who are easy to watch. I think they do a nice job in their renovations and I disagree with the person who said they're using "big box" and "made in China" furniture solutions. My guess is they half watched one episode, heard they were American, and turned up their noses. Lazy and snobbish. They are careful in what they choose and use many of her grandfather's pieces, etc.. Also, sometimes I think they're going in a bad direction, too, but if you keep an open mind and wait to see how it comes out, it often does look very nice.

What I dislike....

the fake drama. C'mon, people. Nobody's buying it and it insults our intelligence. I don't care about hidden treasure or a window falling out.....or a situation anyone knows can be easily fixed for less, but you tell us the top shelf price and make it look as if it's a deal breaker. It's cheesy. It was obvious that one window they "couldn't get open" was locked. Don't be silly. The history and the renos are interesting enough, you don't need the other crap.

Also, I'm on episode 5 and I agree with the other reviewer who thought the whole thing with the grandmother was weird. She's annoyed Ian doesn't know French yet? She dislikes the reno....everyone seems stilted and forced. Why bother with it? It was uncomfortable and the grandmother may be a lovely woman but she doesn't come off well and I'm sure she didn't deserve to be shown that way.