Ep 15. Cornwall
- November 21, 2017
Escape to the Country is a popular British television show that takes viewers on the hunt for their dream rural home. In each episode, a couple or family is presented with a selection of properties to choose from, with the aim of finding the perfect countryside escape. Season 18, episode 15 is titled Cornwall, and it sees presenter Alistair Appleton helping a couple search for their perfect seaside escape in the beautiful county of Cornwall.
The couple is made up of Ellie and Richard, who have been living in London for the past few years and are ready for a change of pace. They're looking for a peaceful and scenic location by the coast where they can enjoy nature and the outdoors, as well as the slower pace of life they crave. With a budget of £600,000, they're hoping to find a spacious and charming property that will offer them a tranquil lifestyle by the sea.
In the first part of the episode, Alistair takes the couple to their first property - a beautiful three-bedroom stone cottage in the village of Boscastle. The house is nestled in a picturesque valley and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Ellie and Richard are impressed with the property's character and spacious layout, but they have some concerns about its isolated location and the uphill walk from the car park to the front door.
Next up is a visit to another stunning property, this time a four-bedroom Edwardian house in the coastal town of Padstow. The house is bright and airy, with a large garden and a separate annex that could potentially be used as a holiday let. The couple loves the house's location in the heart of Padstow and the fact that it's close to the sea, but they're slightly put off by the high level of tourism in the area.
The third property on the list is a stunning five-bedroom farmhouse in the village of St Buryan. The house has been renovated to a high standard and boasts a large garden complete with a swimming pool and a hot tub. Ellie and Richard are blown away by the property's features and the potential for it to be used as a holiday let, but they have some reservations about the fact that it's quite far from the beach.
The final property on the list is a beautiful five-bedroom barn conversion in the village of St Tudy. The house is spacious and modern, with an open-plan kitchen and living area and plenty of natural light. The property also comes with a two-bedroom detached annexe that could be used for guests or as a holiday let. Ellie and Richard love the property's contemporary style and the fact that it's close to both the coast and the countryside.
Throughout the episode, Alistair offers his expert advice on each property, highlighting the pros and cons of each and helping the couple decide which one is right for them. He also takes them on tours of each property's surrounding area, giving them an idea of what life would be like if they were to move there.
In the end, it's up to Ellie and Richard to decide which property they want to buy, based on their personal priorities and preferences. The show ends with the couple making their final decision and reflecting on their experience of house hunting in one of the most beautiful parts of the UK.
