Wiltshire Vs Carcassonne - Episode 7 on September 11th 2018 - A Place in the Sun

Wiltshire Vs Carcassonne - Episode 7 on September 11th 2018 - A Place in the Sun

Neil and Sarah Marks have lived in 23 different homes over 21 years due to Mark’s career in the army. Now Neil has retired from the forces, and the 3 children have flown the nest, it’s time for them to find their forever home but there’s just one problem, they can’t decide where. Sarah wants a cottage full of character in Wiltshire, whereas Mark wants to turn their favourite holiday destination of Carcassonne into their next home location. Armed with the couple’s budget of £450,000 Laura Hamilton shows them three beautiful properties in Wiltshire, while Jasmine Harman has a budget of £310,000 to impress with 3 stunning properties in Carcassonne.

HOME Property 1:

Three-bedroom cottage in Durrington

HOME Property 1: Three-bedroom cottage in Durrington

This property is a Grade II listed semi-detached cottage in a sought after location within the popular village of Durrington. The property has many benefits including beamed ceilings, a feature fireplace, study, spacious inner hall and a conservatory. There is also a gravel driveway too. For more information please visit http://www.simoncolligan.co.uk/

This property was on the market for £410,000 at the time of filming.

AWAY Property 2:

Seven-bedroom house in Carcassonne

AWAY Property 2: Seven-bedroom house in Carcassonne

This property is a seven bedroom old wine property which is located only five minutes away from Carcassonne. It comes with many benefits including a large living room with wood stove, garage, central heating, parking and is close to shops, services and schools. For more information on this property then please visit https://www.green-acres.fr/

This property was on the market for €350,000 at the time of filming.

HOME Property 3:

Three-bedroom house in Aldbourne

HOME Property 3: Three-bedroom house in Aldbourne

This property is a charming three bedroom house in the village of Aldbourne. It comes with a range of perks including a large sitting room with wood burner, courtyard garden and an en-suite connecting to the master bedroom. The village also provides access to many essential amenities too including a post office, cafes and a bank. More information can be found at https://www.knightfrank.co.uk/

AWAY Property 4:

Four-bedroom stone house in Carcassonne

AWAY Property 4: Four-bedroom stone house in Carcassonne

Less than 15 minutes from the centre of Carcassonne, this property is an authentic stone house on a large plot of land with a private swimming pool. It offers a kitchen which opens up to a large living room, a bathroom and a separate shower room. For more information on this property then please visit https://www.green-acres.fr/

This property was on the market for €355,000 at the time of filming.

HOME Property 5:

Three-bedroom cottage in Shalbourne

HOME Property 5: Three-bedroom cottage in Shalbourne

This property is a three-bedroom cottage located in the centre of Wiltshire's most popular villages, Shalbourne. It comes with a range of benefits including two reception rooms, (with one containing an open fire) and a drawing room with a wood burning stove. it also has a garden with both a terrace and a lawn. For more information on this property please visit https://www.knightfrank.co.uk/

AWAY Property 6:

Three-bedroom house in Trausse

AWAY Property 6: Three-bedroom house in Trausse

This property is a luxurious three-bedroom, two-bathroom detached house for sale in the town of Trausse. It has its own barn, double glazing and private parking, in addition to large grounds which feature a swimming pool, sun terraces, garden and separate studio. For more information on this property please visit http://www.frenchestateagents.com/

This property was on the market for €365,000 at the time of filming.

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