Couple's Lowball Offer Sparks Viewer Outrage
During a repeat episode of A Place in the Sun aired on Thursday, June 25, 2026, viewers were left in disbelief as golf-loving couple John and Adele made a 'cheeky' lowball offer on a property in Murcia, Spain. The pair, with a £100,000 budget, submitted a bid of £80,000 for a flat listed at £92,000, prompting a wave of complaints on social media.
Property Search Details
Host Ben Hillman presented five properties to the couple, who sought a two-bedroom home with a bathtub or space for one, mountain views, and proximity to a golf course. One property on a golf resort, featuring a large terrace and stunning vistas but a compact kitchen, caught their attention. Ben noted, 'I had hoped to give you that fantastic, all singing, all dancing kitchen but I don't think I've quite delivered on that front, but I have given you a light-filled kitchen that has the potential to be expanded into the utility space.'
Negotiation and Outcome
Despite the property being below budget, the couple opted for a low bid of £80,000. Ben disclosed that the offer was insufficient and that the property had generated significant interest from other buyers. After negotiations, the couple secured the property for £85,840, a 7% discount from the asking price.
Viewer Reactions
Viewers took to social media to express their astonishment. One tweeted: 'A cheeky offer. Shock ..... #aplaceinthesun.' Another commented: '80k...the answer starts in F and ends in off #aplaceinthesun.' A third viewer said: '80k? ! There is lowballing And then there is downright p***takery #aplaceinthesun.' Another asked: 'Is Adele taking the p***?? £80k.' A Place in the Sun airs weekdays at 3pm on Channel 4.
