A Place in the Sun

Jean Johansson assists John and Maxine, a couple from County Durham who have been holidaying in Cyprus for the past 30 years. As part of the 2025: Cyprus programme, they are looking for a holiday home on the island within a £150,000 budget.

The episode titled “2025: Cyprus” forms part of a programme that follows real‑life property searches. Presented as a single instalment, it offers viewers a glimpse into the challenges of buying a second home abroad. The format centres on a specialist guiding clients through the practicalities of locating a suitable property. Each episode typically pairs an expert with a family or couple looking for a holiday residence. In this instalment, property adviser Jean Johansson works with John and Maxine, a couple from County Durham. The pair have been returning to Cyprus each summer for the past thirty years, turning the island into a familiar retreat. Their long‑standing affection for the locale prompts them to consider a permanent foothold. The core of the episode follows Jean as she helps the Durham couple search for a holiday home that fits their financial parameters. With a budget of £150,000, the trio tours a range of options, weighing factors such as location, size and affordability. Their aim is to secure a property they can call their own. Throughout the show, viewers watch the step‑by‑step process of narrowing down choices, negotiating price and assessing suitability. By the conclusion, John and Maxine have either identified a viable purchase or gained a clearer picture of what their £150,000 can achieve on the island. The episode wraps up with a realistic look at buying abroad.