A Place in the Sun buyers forced to abandon 'perfect' home after major problem

A Place in the Sun buyers halted a viewing after spotting a major flaw in what they described as ‘perfect’ holiday home.

During Thursday’s episode of the hit show, Jasmine Harman was on hand to help builder Mark and financial planner Sally find their dream property in the sun.

The search took place in Greece's eastern Peloponnese and the duo had a budget of £200,000 for a property walking distance to local bars and restaurants and they didn’t want to be too remote.

The couple, who met 14 years ago at a running club, insisted that the location was key to them and being close to the sea was very important to them and it had to have plenty of space for when any of their six children come to visit.

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It also had a patio garden that wrapped around the property as well as a BBQ area and a raised front terrace. To make this even better the property was below their budget with it being on the market for £148,500 - however, the couple were quick to spot a major issue.

The couple were impressed with the price and as they walked around the property Sally went on to say that it was ‘perfect’.

However, that all changed once they moved upstairs as Sally admitted that she was ‘disappointed’ with the view as she said: “I can see this working but I am struggling with a white shed in front of me.”

Speaking to Jasmine, she continued: “It’s a lovely house but it’s just quite not in the right place. It’s got a view but there is something in front of it that we can’t change.”

Mark jumped in and said: “And it’s far away from the beach, restaurants and things.” Jasmine remained optimistic as she asked: “So is this one in the running?”

Putting a stop to the search, they both said: “No” Jasmin pointed out: “So you like this style and you are happy with the space but the drawbacks really are the view and you want to be closer to everything.” Sally confirmed: “Yes that would be perfect.”

In the end the couple decided not to put an offer on any of the properties so the search for their dream holiday home continues.

A Place in the Sun airs weekdays from 4pm on Channel 4