Escape to the Country was back on our screens on Monday (July 22), with host Briony May Williams on a mission to find a new home for one couple in a different country. Kevan and Lizzie, hailing from Holywood in County Down, were on the hunt for their dream tranquil abode in Herefordshire, to be closer to their family.
Despite residing just a stone's throw away from Belfast, the pair had their hearts set on relocating from Northern Ireland to the English countryside following their retirement. However, one property left them utterly gobsmacked.
Briony took Kevan and Lizzie on a tour of a picturesque house up for sale in Withington Marsh. The 18th-century stone cottage, which has been extended to create a generously-sized dwelling, still boasts original features such as a rustic fireplace and stone walls.
The kitchen and dining area opened out onto a stunning garden, complete with mature shrubs, a well-maintained green lawn, and fruit trees.
Additional features included a driveway with space for multiple cars, a sheltered outdoor dining area, and outbuildings comprising a garage and a workshop, reports Wales Online.
The property, a former post office, also comes with two reception rooms and 0.33 acres of land, and is conveniently located close to village amenities. When Briony asked the couple to estimate the value of the house, they both overestimated, leaving them surprised.
"This is a house that keeps its secrets inside. It's like an apple, you don't really know what's inside it, until you get into it", Kevan shared with the BBC show's presenter.
Briony chimed in with a prompt: "Let's talk about price", leading Kevan to take a punt: "I'm going to do a wild stab in the dark here, and suggest £550,000." Lizzie chimed in: "I'm going to go for £530,000." Briony then revealed the actual figure, saying: "Well, you're both wrong. It's actually on the market for £500,000."
The revelation of the property's asking price had Lizzie audibly shocked while Kevan queried: "Really? ". Lizzie couldn't hide her surprise as she exclaimed: "Oh wow". By the episode's conclusion, it was clear that the former post office had completely won over Lizzie and Kevan.
They were enamoured by the ample space and character of the property, and the asking price was just the cherry on top. They were keen to discuss with the sellers about the possibility of moving swiftly.
Yet, Briony had an update for those at home, explaining that since Lizzie and Kevan hadn't secured a buyer for their own place back in Northern Ireland, they weren't in a position to make an offer on the charming, spacious former post office.
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