A Place in the Sun viewers outraged by couple’s | UK News

A Place in the Sun viewers have been left fuming after a couple on the Channel 4 hit show pulled what many referred to as a ‘cheeky stunt’ with their outrageously ‘lowball’ offer.

In the newest episode, host Ben Hillman was helping golf lovers John and Adele in their hunt for the good vacation home.

Their search unfolded in the sunny climes of Murcia, Spain and so they had £100,000 to spend on the lookout for at the very least two bedrooms and a property that boasted a bathtub or had enough room to put in one.

The lovebirds, who’ve been collectively for over a decade, pressured the need for a mountain view, adequate kitchen space, and proximity to a golf course attributable to their sporting pastime.

Ben lined up 5 attainable houses, factoring in their necessities. One property, located in a coveted golf resort with an expansive wrap-around terrace, caught the couple’s eye regardless of its comfortable kitchen, stories the Mirror.

Acknowledging the compromise, Ben remarked: “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.”

Despite this minor setback, the dwelling tickled their fancy, and even more in order it was priced below funds at £92,000. Captivated by its appeal, John and Adele have been fast to make their transfer with an offer.

The couple, cheekily eyeing the already fairly priced property, determined to put ahead an audacious bid of £80,000. Ben, the presenter of the show, was left totally speechless, having to level out that their offer was ‘too low’ amid high demand and substantial curiosity from different potential consumers.

Their formidable punt was swiftly rejected, however after a tactical dialogue with the property agent, they struck a deal at an agreeable £85,840.

Back home, viewers have been undoubtedly flabbergasted by the negotiation theatrics on A Place in the Sun, instantly flooding social media with their opinions. Reactions ranged from incredulity to outrage.

One viewer responded: “A cheeky offer. Shock ….. #aplaceinthesun.” Another wrote acidly: “80k…the answer starts in F and ends in off #aplaceinthesun.” (sic)

One more exasperatedly vented: “80k?! There is lowballing And then there is downright p***takery #aplaceinthesun.” (sic)

While yet one more netizen questioned: “Is Adele taking the p***?? £80k.” (sic)

A Place in the Sun airs weekdays from 4pm on Channel 4.