BBC Escape to the Country host rushes to support buyer as they break down in tears

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BBC Escape to the Country host rushes to support buyer as they break down in tears
Briony May Williams was on a mission to help a couple buy their first home together during the latest instalment of BBC's Escape to the Country
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Escape to the Country's Briony May Williams was quick to comfort a buyer as emotions were at an all time high just minutes into the viewing.
During Tuesday's (June 3) episode of the BBC hit show, the host was on a mission to help a couple buy their first home together.
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Barry and partner Pauline want to make a big move from Romford, Essex and find their dream home in Herefordshire, so they can finally get their collection of potted plants in the ground.
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Time is of the essence for the pair as Pauline admitted that she is currently living out of a suitcase after moving into Barry's house.
The couple, who met at a dance 13 years ago had a hefty budget of £500,00 for a detached property that has visual appeal and they're not keen on barn conversions.
Barry and Pauline want to make a big move from Romford, Essex and find their dream home in Herefordshire
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They wanted three bedrooms to accommodate family and friends who come down to visit. It was important that it has at least a quarter of an acre for their plants and a location within a village.
Speaking about why they wanted to make the big move, Barry explained: 'We think that it's going to be a new start for both of us. Although we've lived together, it's not the same as having our own house.'
Pauline added: 'We've got over 400 pots in our garden. I just can't resist buying plants and I can't wait to put these plants in the ground.'
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Briony set up several property viewings and made sure they had everything Vanessa was looking for; however it was clear that the mystery property blew them away.
The couple had a hefty budget of £500,00 for a detached property
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The property in question was a 19th-century barn conversion which came with an open-plan kitchen-diner as well as an inglenook fireplace in the sitting room. It also has three bedrooms as well as a large garden space.
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Walking into the kitchen, Pauline couldn't contain her emotions as she put her hands over her face and began to tear up.
Briony wastes no time offering her support as she asked: 'Are you feeling a bit emotional?' Realising how overwhelmed she was, the BBC star embraced her with a hug and asked: 'Are you ok?'
Pauline admitted: 'Oh, this is lovely. I love this.' Barry jumped in: 'It is bang-on, isn't it?' Pauline continued: 'I can't believe all this light, overlooking the garden. Everywhere you look from the window, it's what we've been dreaming of.'
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Briony May Williams was quick to comfort a buyer as emotions were at an all time high just minutes into the viewing
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Worried about missing out on the property, Pauline was certain that it might be over their budget however Briony left them speechless when she revealed that it was on the market for a guide price of £475,000.
In disbelief, Pauline shouted: 'No! I don't believe that.' However the couple had to act fast as Briony warned: 'As you can imagine, there's a lot of interest in this house and offers have started coming in already.'
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She added: 'So just be aware of that. If you wanted this house, you'd have to move quite quickly.'
In the end, the couple revealed that they have put an offer in for the house however they're still waiting to hear back from the estate agent.
Escape to the Country airs weekdays on BBC One and iPlayer