Kassandra Peninsula: Last News

A Place in the Sun's Laura Hamilton was stunned when her house hunter submitted an offer without discussing it with his wife.Couple Kathryn and Mark, from Wales, were looking to move permanently to the sun-drenched region of Kassandra Peninsula, in northern Greece.It was a tough start for host Laura as she struggled to find them a house with enough indoor and outdoor space within the budget of £80,000.The couple found two contenders after being shown five properties around the town of Kriopighi.After careful consideration, they put in an offer for the fifth property – a town house with a separate guest annex and spacious garden.Laura reminded the pair that the house was reduced to £79,000 after a year on the market.Mark said they would like

Buying a property is a stressful task, let alone trying to hunt down a dream pad abroad.

A Place in the Sun’s Laura Whitmore was recently tasked with finding a forever home with character in Greece for a tight budget of just £80,000.In today’s episode (May 11) of the Channel 4 show, the glam property expert was taking guests Kathryn and Mark around the main island's Kassandra Peninsula.The modest budget meant Laura had a tough time finding a property large enough for the couple and their new puppy, Dixie, who would enjoy a garden to run around.Kathryn and Mark also wanted a minimum of two bedrooms and be within walking distance to the sea so they could go snorkeling.