Dimitri and David Petitpas, a couple who left their London law careers, purchased the 200-year-old Egmont Manor near Cloyes-les-Trois-Rivières, France, for £285,763, with plans to renovate it into a wedding venue. However, a devastating fire on November 20, 2022, destroyed the roof and attic, leading to repair costs estimated at €1.3 million (£1.1 million). The couple, currently residing five hours away in the French Alps, received the shocking news late at night and were devastated to find their home in ruins. Despite the setback, they are determined to restore the manor, which has been uninhabitable due to severe weather conditions following the fire. Initially hoping to finish renovations in a year, they now anticipate it may take until 2028. They have faced financial challenges, securing only €100,000 (£86,586) for the project, but remain committed to their dream of transforming the manor into a luxury BNB and hosting their wedding there.