Ep 4. Bulgaria

In this episode of A Place in the Sun, the show takes us to Bulgaria, a country with a rich history, stunning natural beauty, and affordable real estate, making it an increasingly popular destination for buyers searching for their dream holiday homes.

Our host, Jasmine Harman, meets two couples looking to buy in Bulgaria. The first couple, Jo and Alison, are from the UK and have been visiting Bulgaria for holidays for over 15 years. They fell in love with the picturesque town of Tryavna, located in the central hills of Bulgaria and are now ready to take the next step and buy a property here. Jasmine shows them three properties, each with its unique selling points, from a traditional Bulgarian-style house with a large garden to a modern new-build with stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

The second couple, Angela and David, from Manchester, are looking for a holiday home on Bulgaria's Black Sea Coast. They have a budget of around £50,000 and are hoping to find a property with easy access to the beach and local amenities. Jasmine takes them to see three properties, including a two-bedroom apartment in a new development with a communal pool, a one-bedroom apartment within walking distance to the beach and a quirky studio apartment with a roof terrace, offering stunning views over the sea.

Throughout the show, Jasmine explains why Bulgaria has become appealing to investors, highlighting the country's low living costs and warm climate. She also highlights the rich cultural heritage of Bulgaria, with its beautiful architecture, charming towns, and ancient monuments. We see Jasmine and the couples exploring some of the local sights, including Tryavna's cobbled streets and historic architecture, and the impressive Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia, Bulgaria's capital city.

As always, there are plenty of twists and turns, and not everything goes according to plan as the couples struggle with finding the right property that ticks all of their boxes. But with Jasmine's expert guidance, they are able to navigate through the complex Bulgarian property market and come to a final decision.

This episode of A Place in the Sun showcases the best of Bulgaria, with its stunning natural beauty, rich culture, and affordable real estate. It's a must-watch for anyone considering purchasing a holiday home in this up-and-coming Balkan state.