0:00:02 > 0:00:04- Paradise!- Absolutely.
0:00:04 > 0:00:08What if you could live abroad in winter for the same cost
0:00:08 > 0:00:11as living in the UK...
0:00:11 > 0:00:15- This is priced at 595 per month. - Is that all?
0:00:15 > 0:00:18..by renting a piece of paradise?
0:00:18 > 0:00:21Unbelievable. Wow, this is amazing.
0:00:21 > 0:00:23You could swap sleet and snow
0:00:23 > 0:00:25for sun and sand.
0:00:25 > 0:00:29- Right, let's go and have a look at some properties.- Well, absolutely.
0:00:30 > 0:00:33Get Away For Winter teams up sun-seekers
0:00:33 > 0:00:35with a local property expert...
0:00:35 > 0:00:38- Can you see yourself in here? - I can, yeah.
0:00:38 > 0:00:40..to find their perfect rental retreat.
0:00:40 > 0:00:43It's like you're on holiday all the time.
0:00:43 > 0:00:46Together, they'll leave no stone unturned...
0:00:46 > 0:00:48This is unbelievable, isn't it?
0:00:48 > 0:00:53..in order to find and fund their dream winter getaway.
0:00:53 > 0:00:57This is what I was dreaming of and didn't even think existed.
0:01:04 > 0:01:09As you know, UK winters can have Jack Frost nipping at your nose,
0:01:09 > 0:01:12but Scottish winters will have you running for your hot water bottle.
0:01:13 > 0:01:17In Perthshire, in Scotland, the temperature is tumbling.
0:01:17 > 0:01:21Two people hoping to warm up over winter are Diane and Alan Murdoch.
0:01:23 > 0:01:26I get so high at Christmas time
0:01:26 > 0:01:30and then it's a big slump for me afterwards.
0:01:30 > 0:01:34And the weather is horrible and I just need my sunshine.
0:01:37 > 0:01:40Bus driver Alan and optician's receptionist Diane
0:01:40 > 0:01:42have two children together.
0:01:42 > 0:01:46They have now grown up and flown the nest and after 18 years
0:01:46 > 0:01:49raising a family, they've decided that now is the time
0:01:49 > 0:01:50to shake things up.
0:01:52 > 0:01:54My whole purpose in life was working
0:01:54 > 0:01:57to make sure the kids had everything they wanted.
0:01:57 > 0:01:59Now they've gone, they are living their own lives,
0:01:59 > 0:02:04so now it's time for Diane and me to do some of the dreams that we've had
0:02:04 > 0:02:07without having to worry about the kids all the time.
0:02:07 > 0:02:10Good idea. Now, when they're not working,
0:02:10 > 0:02:12this couple like nothing more than
0:02:12 > 0:02:14roaming the Scottish countryside on foot.
0:02:14 > 0:02:17We try and get away, every day off go hillclimbing
0:02:17 > 0:02:19or just generally walking round the lochs.
0:02:19 > 0:02:21And he comes back in a happier mood.
0:02:23 > 0:02:25If they find their perfect winter getaway,
0:02:25 > 0:02:28they are looking forward to continuing their passion
0:02:28 > 0:02:30for country walks in a much warmer climate.
0:02:32 > 0:02:36I'm looking forward to getting out and climbing in my shorts
0:02:36 > 0:02:40and T-shirt rather than hats, gloves and scarves!
0:02:40 > 0:02:41We haven't done that for a while!
0:02:43 > 0:02:47Diane and Alan have a plan to make their winter dream a reality.
0:02:47 > 0:02:50They're selling their Perthshire house and with the proceeds,
0:02:50 > 0:02:54Alan has his heart set on buying a smaller house in north-west Scotland.
0:02:54 > 0:02:59But in order to do this, he had to strike a deal with Diane.
0:02:59 > 0:03:03The premise was always, if he got what he wanted going north,
0:03:03 > 0:03:06I would get two months of sunshine for February and March.
0:03:06 > 0:03:08This is Diane's part of the deal,
0:03:08 > 0:03:12so I'm just happy that Diane wants it to be her part of the deal
0:03:12 > 0:03:14as long as I get my house on the West Coast.
0:03:14 > 0:03:17- You will.- I do like compromise.
0:03:17 > 0:03:20Now, after selling their house, Diane and Alan think they should
0:03:20 > 0:03:22have enough money to buy Alan's dream home
0:03:22 > 0:03:25in the north-west of Scotland.
0:03:25 > 0:03:28And have enough left over to have Diane's dream
0:03:28 > 0:03:30of an annual two-month stay abroad.
0:03:30 > 0:03:33So from the proceeds of the sale,
0:03:33 > 0:03:35plus savings they have already,
0:03:35 > 0:03:40they have set their winter sunshine budget at £1,380 a month.
0:03:40 > 0:03:44Now, this will cover all food, travel and entertainment.
0:03:44 > 0:03:47£700 of this would be set aside for accommodation
0:03:47 > 0:03:49and although they have never been there before,
0:03:49 > 0:03:53they've got their heart set on Madeira.
0:03:53 > 0:03:57It just looks really nice, a lot to do, a lot to see,
0:03:57 > 0:03:59there's quite a bit of history
0:03:59 > 0:04:01and outdoors things to keep us occupied.
0:04:01 > 0:04:06Diane and Alan are leaving behind the chilly Scottish countryside
0:04:06 > 0:04:08for a taste of Madeiran magic.
0:04:10 > 0:04:13Madeira is a Portuguese island in the North Atlantic
0:04:13 > 0:04:15off the south-west coast of Portugal.
0:04:18 > 0:04:22It's a volcanic island and Madeira is famed for its dramatic mountains,
0:04:22 > 0:04:25pebble beaches and rugged coastlines.
0:04:27 > 0:04:30Its capital, Funchal, on the stunning south coast,
0:04:30 > 0:04:35is the centre of all the action, with countless bars and restaurants.
0:04:35 > 0:04:38It's a popular holiday destination all year round,
0:04:38 > 0:04:41with winter temperatures hovering around 20 degrees.
0:04:43 > 0:04:45And looking to find Diane and Alan
0:04:45 > 0:04:47their dream winter rental is Cecilia Lewington,
0:04:47 > 0:04:49who set up her property business on
0:04:49 > 0:04:52the island with her husband Alan ten years ago.
0:04:54 > 0:04:58The reason Madeira attracts people the most is obviously the weather,
0:04:58 > 0:05:01the food, the beauty of the island.
0:05:03 > 0:05:07Cecilia, Alan and their daughter Alicia have two huskies,
0:05:07 > 0:05:10Sasha and Dallas, and they enjoy nothing more than long walks
0:05:10 > 0:05:13to take in everything that Madeira has to offer.
0:05:13 > 0:05:17Here in Madeira, we have all sorts of properties - like two-bedroom,
0:05:17 > 0:05:20three-bedroom apartments, or little houses,
0:05:20 > 0:05:22and they are mainly in the south of the island.
0:05:22 > 0:05:24We have some properties in the high regions,
0:05:24 > 0:05:28because people do like also to go away and stay in the mountains
0:05:28 > 0:05:30or in the very remote, peaceful places.
0:05:33 > 0:05:37Back in the UK, Diane and Alan are waiting to video call Cecilia
0:05:37 > 0:05:41to let her know what they're looking for in a winter rental, and -
0:05:41 > 0:05:43as only one of them will be joining her in the search -
0:05:43 > 0:05:46which one she'll be meeting.
0:05:46 > 0:05:50- Hi, Cecilia, I'm Diane. - Hi, Cecilia, I'm Alan.
0:05:50 > 0:05:52- Pleased to meet you.- Nice to meet you, too, Diane and Alan.
0:05:52 > 0:05:57I am here to try and help you find the right property for you.
0:05:57 > 0:06:00Do you have an area in Madeira in specific?
0:06:00 > 0:06:02We're completely in your hands.
0:06:02 > 0:06:06Obviously the areas that are most looked for are the south.
0:06:06 > 0:06:08The north of the island is a little bit more temperamental
0:06:08 > 0:06:12in the weather, so if you want to escape your winter,
0:06:12 > 0:06:15then let's make sure you see a place where...
0:06:15 > 0:06:18I can't guarantee the weather, but we'll do our best.
0:06:18 > 0:06:21So the sunny south coast it is,
0:06:21 > 0:06:24but Diane and Alan need more than just sunshine
0:06:24 > 0:06:25to make their stay perfect.
0:06:25 > 0:06:29What type of property are you looking for?
0:06:29 > 0:06:32We want to live like a local,
0:06:32 > 0:06:36so we don't expect anything, like, too fancy.
0:06:36 > 0:06:40Preferably two bedrooms, in case our children come over.
0:06:40 > 0:06:45- OK.- Diane and Alan would like to be in an area where they can experience
0:06:45 > 0:06:47an authentic Madeiran lifestyle,
0:06:47 > 0:06:51but preferably within walking distance to local amenities.
0:06:51 > 0:06:54I'd rather not drive, cos I'm a bus driver for a living
0:06:54 > 0:06:58and I want to be away from driving for at least two months.
0:06:58 > 0:07:00So if you're not hiring a car,
0:07:00 > 0:07:03then you need to be close to supermarkets and restaurants.
0:07:03 > 0:07:05- Yeah.- Yes.
0:07:05 > 0:07:08I would like something with a sea view if possible, or mountains.
0:07:08 > 0:07:11I was going to say or mountains. Alan loves his mountains.
0:07:11 > 0:07:13We hillclimb quite a lot.
0:07:13 > 0:07:15Oh, OK, so you've come to the right place.
0:07:15 > 0:07:17There's plenty of mountains to climb.
0:07:17 > 0:07:20- Good, good.- Apart from a mountain or sea view,
0:07:20 > 0:07:24Diane and Alan don't have any specific requirements
0:07:24 > 0:07:26for the type of property they will be staying in.
0:07:26 > 0:07:31Do you feel that a swimming pool is important or not important or...?
0:07:31 > 0:07:32No.
0:07:34 > 0:07:37- What is your budget? - It was 700 a month, wasn't it?
0:07:37 > 0:07:41Yeah, we're looking at around 700 a month, probably be our maximum.
0:07:41 > 0:07:44And is there any room to manoeuvre on that budget?
0:07:44 > 0:07:48It's depending on how much we get the house sold for,
0:07:48 > 0:07:51so, I mean, there might be a slight flexibility, but not...
0:07:51 > 0:07:53- Not a lot.- Not a lot, no.- Oh, OK.
0:07:53 > 0:07:56That's why we've ruled out the swimming pool.
0:07:58 > 0:08:01Who will be coming over physically to do the search?
0:08:01 > 0:08:04- I'll be coming over to see you. - Oh, that'll be nice.
0:08:04 > 0:08:07- I look forward to meeting you. - Thanks again.- Thanks.- Bye.- Bye.- Bye.
0:08:09 > 0:08:11Now that I've spoken to Cecilia,
0:08:11 > 0:08:13I'm looking forward to it even more.
0:08:13 > 0:08:15I think she's very friendly.
0:08:15 > 0:08:19I think I'll get on really well with her when I'm there.
0:08:21 > 0:08:24Due to the uncertainty of the house sale,
0:08:24 > 0:08:28Cecilia will be working with quite a tight budget of £700 a month,
0:08:28 > 0:08:32which might not get Diane and Alan a swimming pool,
0:08:32 > 0:08:35but they are hoping it will afford them a two-bedroom property
0:08:35 > 0:08:36in a traditional area,
0:08:36 > 0:08:39with good access to local amenities and transport routes.
0:08:41 > 0:08:44Now, while Alan gets the house ready to sell, Diane, I'm afraid,
0:08:44 > 0:08:45has got the better end of the deal.
0:08:45 > 0:08:47She will be enjoying the sun,
0:08:47 > 0:08:51sampling Madeira wine and finding them the perfect winter getaway.
0:09:00 > 0:09:04In the magically mountainous island of Madeira,
0:09:04 > 0:09:09Diane has made the four-hour journey from Scotland to Madeira Airport,
0:09:09 > 0:09:12otherwise known as Cristiano Ronaldo Airport,
0:09:12 > 0:09:15because the famous footballer was born on the island.
0:09:17 > 0:09:21A new day has dawned and she's soaking up the sunshine.
0:09:21 > 0:09:26It is amazing, feeling some sunshine on me.
0:09:26 > 0:09:30Getting from -8, scraping the car when I left, to this,
0:09:30 > 0:09:32it's just beautiful.
0:09:32 > 0:09:36Cecilia's on her way to pick up Diane and get the search underway.
0:09:37 > 0:09:41What they were looking for was close to facilities in a way,
0:09:41 > 0:09:44so that they wouldn't have to hire a car,
0:09:44 > 0:09:46but not too much in a tourist area.
0:09:46 > 0:09:49Yeah, so we were able to select a few properties for them
0:09:49 > 0:09:50and I'm looking forward to meeting
0:09:50 > 0:09:53Diane and show those properties to her.
0:09:53 > 0:09:56- Hi, Diane. Lovely to see you. - Nice to see you.
0:09:56 > 0:09:58- Nice to finally meet you. - Nice to see you in person.
0:09:58 > 0:10:01Nice to meet you, too, in person. So, are you OK?
0:10:01 > 0:10:03- Have you settled in OK? - Yes, I've loved it.
0:10:03 > 0:10:06I had a nice walk around today, got a feel for the place.
0:10:06 > 0:10:08So are you ready to go and see some properties?
0:10:08 > 0:10:10- Absolutely.- Let's go, then.
0:10:12 > 0:10:15Over the next few days, Cecilia will show Diane
0:10:15 > 0:10:19four properties centred around Madeira's stunning south coast.
0:10:20 > 0:10:24The landscaping in Madeira is very dramatic, isn't it?
0:10:24 > 0:10:26- Uh-huh.- Cliffs and falesias.
0:10:26 > 0:10:29- All the hills are going to keep me fit.- Yes! Yes.
0:10:30 > 0:10:33Diane will video call Alan back in the UK
0:10:33 > 0:10:36to show him around each property and give him a little taste
0:10:36 > 0:10:37of the Madeiran lifestyle.
0:10:39 > 0:10:41I was chatting with Alan earlier
0:10:41 > 0:10:45and I didn't want to tell him how lovely it was,
0:10:45 > 0:10:49because I know he is so cold and it's miserable at home.
0:10:50 > 0:10:55Right, Diane, now we're going to take you to the first property.
0:10:55 > 0:11:00It's an area called Canico de Baixo, which is east of Funchal.
0:11:02 > 0:11:07Only a 15-minute drive east of the capital Funchal,
0:11:07 > 0:11:10Canico de Baixo is a quiet coastal community,
0:11:10 > 0:11:13which forms part of the larger city of Canico.
0:11:13 > 0:11:19It has a lot of restaurants and cafes
0:11:19 > 0:11:22and a very good bus service as well.
0:11:22 > 0:11:24The town extends into the surrounding hillsides,
0:11:24 > 0:11:28where you're met by the Quinta Splendida Botanical Gardens,
0:11:28 > 0:11:30home to hundreds of tropical plants.
0:11:32 > 0:11:34Oh! That's like the one in Rio, isn't it?
0:11:34 > 0:11:37Yes, it's a smaller scale of the Rio de Janeiro one.
0:11:37 > 0:11:41En route, they are passing the towering statue of Christ the King,
0:11:41 > 0:11:45with a viewpoint offering sweeping ocean views.
0:11:45 > 0:11:48You're selling this well. It sounds perfect.
0:11:48 > 0:11:51With good public transport routes,
0:11:51 > 0:11:54it's perfect for Diane and Alan's car-free time in Madeira.
0:11:56 > 0:11:59So is it mainly residential or is it a touristy place for holiday-makers?
0:11:59 > 0:12:02No, it's mainly residential. Mainly residential.
0:12:02 > 0:12:04Good, not too many parties, then.
0:12:04 > 0:12:06No, no. Well, I can't guarantee that!
0:12:06 > 0:12:08Local people do party as well!
0:12:08 > 0:12:10Well, we'll invite you if we have one.
0:12:10 > 0:12:12Oh, that's lovely, thank you.
0:12:12 > 0:12:14I think Diane's ready to party, although she should save
0:12:14 > 0:12:17the celebrations until after she's seen the apartment.
0:12:21 > 0:12:24This stylish two-bedroom apartment has been tastefully furnished,
0:12:24 > 0:12:27with modern colours and designer lighting.
0:12:29 > 0:12:31- Oh, it's nice and bright.- Yes.
0:12:33 > 0:12:37The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and has plenty of storage.
0:12:38 > 0:12:40Oh, lots of storage as well. That's good.
0:12:40 > 0:12:44The living area opens out onto a private balcony,
0:12:44 > 0:12:46with views right across the sea and banana plantations.
0:12:48 > 0:12:50Oh, I'm so glad you can see the sea from here.
0:12:52 > 0:12:56The area gives Diane and Alan the traditional life they were after,
0:12:56 > 0:12:58but at what price?
0:12:58 > 0:13:02- So what do you think?- I don't know Madeira well, I've never been here,
0:13:02 > 0:13:05but what I've seen here is really nice.
0:13:05 > 0:13:07Hopefully within our budget.
0:13:07 > 0:13:10At the moment, we are able to do for £690 a month.
0:13:10 > 0:13:14- Oh, ten under.- And the good thing is, it includes all bills.
0:13:15 > 0:13:19Utility bills for an apartment of this type in winter will be in the
0:13:19 > 0:13:23region of £135 a month, so without those to worry about,
0:13:23 > 0:13:27the apartment comes under Diane and Alan's £700 budget.
0:13:30 > 0:13:34Back in the UK, Alan has been busy-busy getting the house ready
0:13:34 > 0:13:36to sell, while standing by to hear
0:13:36 > 0:13:40if Diane is any closer to finding them one to rent.
0:13:42 > 0:13:44When you are used to someone for 25 years,
0:13:44 > 0:13:47when they're not there for a few days, you do miss them,
0:13:47 > 0:13:49so I'm looking forward to speaking to her
0:13:49 > 0:13:50and hopefully finding somewhere
0:13:50 > 0:13:53that we can carry on with our plans for the future.
0:13:55 > 0:13:58- Hey, Hubby.- How are you?- I'm good.
0:13:58 > 0:14:00- Good.- OK, can you see now?
0:14:00 > 0:14:02I can see a wall.
0:14:02 > 0:14:05OK, that's fine, that's the right way.
0:14:05 > 0:14:09Here is the start of the living room, lounge, dining area.
0:14:09 > 0:14:11It's very '70s.
0:14:11 > 0:14:14Well, yeah, but it's retro and it's quite homey as well, isn't it?
0:14:14 > 0:14:16Yeah. So, where exactly is it?
0:14:16 > 0:14:19We're ten minutes east of Funchal by car.
0:14:19 > 0:14:20OK.
0:14:21 > 0:14:24Well, it went really well. I think Diane liked it very much.
0:14:24 > 0:14:27She was surprised at the size of the apartment and the view
0:14:27 > 0:14:29and everything was just something
0:14:29 > 0:14:32that she really liked and the veranda.
0:14:32 > 0:14:34It looks a nice view from the windows.
0:14:34 > 0:14:36It is, it's a banana plantation over there.
0:14:36 > 0:14:38Free bananas in the morning!
0:14:38 > 0:14:41You go steal them, I'm not doing it!
0:14:42 > 0:14:45I think overall it went really well, so at the moment,
0:14:45 > 0:14:47she is showing Alan and we'll see what he says.
0:14:49 > 0:14:53- What do you think so far?- The only thing that concerns me slightly is,
0:14:53 > 0:14:57it's a bit more modern than I was hoping for.
0:14:57 > 0:14:59I can imagine myself there.
0:14:59 > 0:15:01I'd still like something a little bit more traditional
0:15:01 > 0:15:05if it's possible, but I'd be quite happy to jump on a plane right now
0:15:05 > 0:15:07- and come and join you right now. - Oh, honey, I wish you could.
0:15:07 > 0:15:10- Honestly.- Right, love, I think I've seen everything I need to see,
0:15:10 > 0:15:14so you send me some pics and have fun and I'll speak to you later on.
0:15:14 > 0:15:15Bye.
0:15:15 > 0:15:18Well, Diane, how did it go with your call with Alan?
0:15:18 > 0:15:19It went really well.
0:15:19 > 0:15:24He said if he could, he would hop on a plane and come and join us.
0:15:24 > 0:15:25Oh, that's good.
0:15:25 > 0:15:27The one thing he said was a negative
0:15:27 > 0:15:30that he expected it to be more traditional.
0:15:30 > 0:15:35- Mm-hm.- But I know we are limited to what we can expect for our budget.
0:15:35 > 0:15:37Good to see Diane again.
0:15:37 > 0:15:40She can tell she's really loved the apartment.
0:15:40 > 0:15:42She is looking really excited.
0:15:42 > 0:15:47Just slightly too modern for what I was thinking about.
0:15:47 > 0:15:50So, along with the traditional area,
0:15:50 > 0:15:52it sounds as if Alan has his heart
0:15:52 > 0:15:54set on a traditional property as well.
0:15:54 > 0:15:59Available to rent for £690 a month including bills,
0:15:59 > 0:16:03the area of Canico de Baixo gives them the authentic Madeira lifestyle
0:16:03 > 0:16:06they want, while still being a short
0:16:06 > 0:16:09bus journey from the capital, Funchal.
0:16:10 > 0:16:12Diane loved the modern interior,
0:16:12 > 0:16:14but Alan has his own opinions.
0:16:16 > 0:16:19Cecilia has something more traditional to show them next,
0:16:19 > 0:16:23but do Diane and Alan actually have different hopes
0:16:23 > 0:16:24for their dream property?
0:16:28 > 0:16:31For an island with over 60 miles of coastline,
0:16:31 > 0:16:34Madeira offers surprisingly few sandy beaches.
0:16:34 > 0:16:36Instead, you'll be met with grey
0:16:36 > 0:16:39pebbles and volcanic black basalt stones.
0:16:39 > 0:16:43To help boost tourism, some artificial beaches
0:16:43 > 0:16:46have been constructed by importing thousands
0:16:46 > 0:16:48of tonnes of sand from Morocco.
0:16:51 > 0:16:53Madeira has always been a destination
0:16:53 > 0:16:54for outdoor activities
0:16:54 > 0:16:58and that's exactly what Diane and Alan are on the lookout for.
0:17:02 > 0:17:06Back in the UK, Alan is very busy with some indoor activities,
0:17:06 > 0:17:09getting the house ready for potential buyers
0:17:09 > 0:17:10and he's had some good news.
0:17:13 > 0:17:16I got a phone call this morning and somebody would like to come along
0:17:16 > 0:17:20and view the house, so hopefully that's the beginning of the process
0:17:20 > 0:17:24of selling it and moving on.
0:17:25 > 0:17:28Diane and Alan are hoping to sell their three-bedroomed house for
0:17:28 > 0:17:32around £138,000 and downsize to a two-bedroom cottage
0:17:32 > 0:17:35on the West Coast.
0:17:35 > 0:17:40The UK is facing a downsizing boom with over 300,000 people opting for
0:17:40 > 0:17:43smaller lodgings in the last 12 months alone.
0:17:43 > 0:17:48And when it comes to downsizing, I'm afraid it's out with the old.
0:17:48 > 0:17:50Where do I start?
0:17:51 > 0:17:53There is a lot of stuff in here.
0:17:53 > 0:17:55A lot we've gathered up over the years.
0:17:55 > 0:17:58I think it's time for a stock take.
0:17:58 > 0:18:00Having a look at all this stuff
0:18:00 > 0:18:02is really beginning to make it feel real.
0:18:02 > 0:18:04I'll be sad to leave here,
0:18:04 > 0:18:07but it's another chapter in our story.
0:18:13 > 0:18:14Back in Madeira,
0:18:14 > 0:18:19Diane and Cecilia are on their way to the next property.
0:18:19 > 0:18:23And Diane is just getting the good news from home.
0:18:23 > 0:18:27We've just had a text from our property agent
0:18:27 > 0:18:32saying there is someone interested in viewing our house later,
0:18:32 > 0:18:35so fingers crossed.
0:18:36 > 0:18:38It is one step closer, hopefully.
0:18:42 > 0:18:46With the first property giving Diane her dream modern abode,
0:18:46 > 0:18:48Cecilia now has something in mind
0:18:48 > 0:18:50which might be more Alan's cup of tea.
0:18:51 > 0:18:53Now we're going to Calheta.
0:18:53 > 0:18:56It's west of Funchal.
0:18:56 > 0:19:00It takes us about 45 minutes to drive there.
0:19:00 > 0:19:02It's a very nice village.
0:19:05 > 0:19:08Just over 20 miles along the south coast from Funchal...
0:19:11 > 0:19:14..Calheta was first colonised in the 1500s,
0:19:14 > 0:19:18making it one of the oldest inhabited parts of the island.
0:19:18 > 0:19:21Quite nice restaurants, local restaurants.
0:19:23 > 0:19:27A handful of local bars and restaurants line the picturesque
0:19:27 > 0:19:29marina and it even boasts one of the
0:19:29 > 0:19:33few man-made sand beaches on the island.
0:19:33 > 0:19:36Very sunny, it is less windy than some parts of the island.
0:19:36 > 0:19:40Diane and Alan would have everything they need on your doorstep.
0:19:40 > 0:19:43A bit more remote as well.
0:19:43 > 0:19:46Except their doorstep isn't exactly on the beach-front.
0:19:48 > 0:19:51High in the hills above Calheta...
0:19:52 > 0:19:55We can see the sea, that's always a good start.
0:19:55 > 0:19:57And look what you can have for breakfast.
0:19:57 > 0:20:00- Avocados.- Avocados. - Couldn't get much fresher.
0:20:01 > 0:20:05Alan did want traditional and that's exactly what he would get.
0:20:09 > 0:20:13This stunning two-bedroom converted farmhouse features a large open-plan
0:20:13 > 0:20:16kitchen living area with an indoor barbecue.
0:20:16 > 0:20:19It works as a barbecue and also a fireplace.
0:20:19 > 0:20:22- To heat up in the winter.- I love that.- You can also cook in it.
0:20:23 > 0:20:28The staircase with original stone walls leads up to two large double
0:20:28 > 0:20:31bedrooms with views right out over the ocean.
0:20:31 > 0:20:34- There are worse views to wake up to. - Of course there is.
0:20:34 > 0:20:37The outside space is more of an allotment than a garden,
0:20:37 > 0:20:40growing fresh fruit and vegetables which Diane and Alan would be very
0:20:40 > 0:20:44welcome to help themselves to.
0:20:44 > 0:20:46That is the fruit from the garden,
0:20:46 > 0:20:48so you can have fresh fruit every day.
0:20:48 > 0:20:51It gives Alan the taste of traditional Madeiran life
0:20:51 > 0:20:53he's been looking for.
0:20:53 > 0:20:55But is it too traditional for Diane?
0:20:57 > 0:21:00That's nice.
0:21:00 > 0:21:02As far as restaurants here, this is more remote.
0:21:02 > 0:21:06This is more of a local community,
0:21:06 > 0:21:09therefore there aren't so many restaurants available,
0:21:09 > 0:21:13you would have to get the bus or taxi to go down closer to the sea,
0:21:13 > 0:21:16where the restaurants and the hotels are.
0:21:16 > 0:21:18There is more to think about with this one, isn't there?
0:21:18 > 0:21:21- Yes.- Because it is beautiful. And I like the remoteness.
0:21:21 > 0:21:25- But, again, the remoteness could be the one drawback to it.- Yes.
0:21:25 > 0:21:28- We managed to stay within the budget.- OK.
0:21:28 > 0:21:31It is £545 per month for the property.
0:21:31 > 0:21:33That's good, that's still within our budget.
0:21:35 > 0:21:40At £545 per month, it is one of the few traditional properties Cecilia
0:21:40 > 0:21:43could find within their £700 budget.
0:21:45 > 0:21:49Prices for traditional properties nearer the sea start to skyrocket,
0:21:49 > 0:21:51but will the remote location bother Alan?
0:21:51 > 0:21:54- Hello, Wee Wifey.- Hey, Hubby.
0:21:54 > 0:21:57- How are you doing?- I'm good. You?
0:21:57 > 0:22:00Good, yeah. Very excited about seeing the next property.
0:22:00 > 0:22:04So we are more south which means it would be a bit more sunny
0:22:04 > 0:22:07and it is just as well you like going up hills,
0:22:07 > 0:22:09because we are up a hill.
0:22:09 > 0:22:13OK. Is that vines to the left, grapevines to the left of you?
0:22:13 > 0:22:15There's grapevines, potatoes,
0:22:15 > 0:22:18chillies, everything is growing here.
0:22:18 > 0:22:21This is the idea I had my head, something like this.
0:22:21 > 0:22:23- I thought so. - It is looking good so far.
0:22:25 > 0:22:26It went really well, the viewing,
0:22:26 > 0:22:29because it is more what Alan was looking for,
0:22:29 > 0:22:32the traditional furniture and decoration.
0:22:32 > 0:22:35I like that you are going up and you can see the natural stone.
0:22:35 > 0:22:36It is lovely, isn't it?
0:22:36 > 0:22:39Quite impressed with what I have seen so far.
0:22:39 > 0:22:43To be in a more traditional home and in a quiet area, you have to
0:22:43 > 0:22:47compromise on the things you would need and expect to be within walking
0:22:47 > 0:22:49distance like restaurants, supermarkets.
0:22:51 > 0:22:54I think that looks really, really nice,
0:22:54 > 0:22:56so what is the downside, travelling-wise?
0:22:56 > 0:22:58What if we wanted to go for a night out?
0:22:58 > 0:23:01You would need to go into Calheta down at the bay.
0:23:01 > 0:23:04That's fine, as long as it is not too far away,
0:23:04 > 0:23:06that it's going to eat into our budget.
0:23:06 > 0:23:08OK, hon, so if there is nothing else you need,
0:23:08 > 0:23:10I'll just sign off for now.
0:23:10 > 0:23:14That's fine, go and explore and find all the decent places there are.
0:23:14 > 0:23:16- OK, hon, love you. - Bye-bye, love you too.
0:23:18 > 0:23:21How did you go with your call with Alan?
0:23:21 > 0:23:25Yeah, he really liked it, I think it was more what he had in mind as a
0:23:25 > 0:23:27traditional Madeiran house.
0:23:27 > 0:23:29He was very impressed.
0:23:29 > 0:23:33I will check to see what the buses are like and the amenities
0:23:33 > 0:23:36but I think you have to weigh up the pros and cons,
0:23:36 > 0:23:41because it is such an idyllic, quiet place.
0:23:44 > 0:23:47There you go. Property two has given Alan exactly what he wanted,
0:23:47 > 0:23:50but there are question marks surrounding the location.
0:23:51 > 0:23:54Available to rent for £545 a month,
0:23:54 > 0:23:57it's as far from a tourist area as you get
0:23:57 > 0:24:01and comes with everything Diane and Alan would need.
0:24:01 > 0:24:04But, without a car, they are limited
0:24:04 > 0:24:06to the few amenities around them.
0:24:06 > 0:24:08There has been a difference of opinion
0:24:08 > 0:24:12over the last two properties, so Cecilia has something lined up that
0:24:12 > 0:24:14might just impress them both.
0:24:21 > 0:24:23Diane and Alan's search has focused
0:24:23 > 0:24:26on the desirable southern part of the island.
0:24:26 > 0:24:29During the low season, the accommodation on offer across
0:24:29 > 0:24:32all budgets can dramatically lower in price,
0:24:32 > 0:24:36giving winter wanderers a lot more bang for their buck.
0:24:38 > 0:24:42At the higher end of the market is this stunning oceanfront cottage
0:24:42 > 0:24:45located in the old town of Funchal.
0:24:45 > 0:24:47It features a private swimming pool
0:24:47 > 0:24:50and ocean front garden where guests can even
0:24:50 > 0:24:53spot dolphins from the comfort of their sun lounger.
0:24:54 > 0:24:58It is available to rent for just under £900 a week in winter,
0:24:58 > 0:25:01down from £1,700 in peak summer months.
0:25:06 > 0:25:08Or this recently refurbished four-bedroom villa,
0:25:08 > 0:25:11featuring a spacious and bright reception living room.
0:25:13 > 0:25:18The private pool and outdoor dining area offers breathtaking views over
0:25:18 > 0:25:19the Atlantic Ocean.
0:25:21 > 0:25:25It is available to rent in summer for £2,290 per week,
0:25:25 > 0:25:30which drops to a surprising £815 a week in the low season.
0:25:35 > 0:25:37As well as the cut-price rates,
0:25:37 > 0:25:39one of the things Diane and Alan
0:25:39 > 0:25:41were hoping to take advantage during their time
0:25:41 > 0:25:44in Madeira is the opportunity to live like a local.
0:25:47 > 0:25:50Today, Diane is going on a mountain levada walk to explore
0:25:50 > 0:25:53the more remote parts of the island.
0:25:53 > 0:25:55Hi, I am Diane.
0:25:55 > 0:25:57- Hi, I am Leonardo.- Hi, Leonardo. - Welcome.
0:25:57 > 0:26:00I am going to be your guide today, welcome to the national park.
0:26:01 > 0:26:05Diane and husband Alan just love their weekend walks in Scotland
0:26:05 > 0:26:08and hope to continue their rambles if they make their winter getaway.
0:26:08 > 0:26:10- The weather is lovely. - It does look good.
0:26:10 > 0:26:13- Are you ready?- Absolutely. - OK, let's go then.
0:26:13 > 0:26:15They are ready all right.
0:26:15 > 0:26:17Leonardo is a walking guide in Madeira
0:26:17 > 0:26:20and is keen to share with Diane an increasingly popular way
0:26:20 > 0:26:22to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
0:26:23 > 0:26:26There are lots of walking associations
0:26:26 > 0:26:30that on weekends go walking and discover the island,
0:26:30 > 0:26:32discover the nature.
0:26:32 > 0:26:34So if we were here for a couple of
0:26:34 > 0:26:38- months, is that something we could do for a short time? - Of course you can.
0:26:38 > 0:26:41This path follows the route of ancient irrigation channels,
0:26:41 > 0:26:43known as levadas,
0:26:43 > 0:26:46originally built in the 16th century to divert water from the
0:26:46 > 0:26:51wetter north to the more populated and farmed south of the island.
0:26:51 > 0:26:53There is now an ever-increasing network
0:26:53 > 0:26:56of over 1,200 miles of canals.
0:26:58 > 0:27:02That is the first role that the levadas played, irrigation.
0:27:02 > 0:27:04The levadas are a total feat of engineering,
0:27:04 > 0:27:06each one is the perfect gradient to
0:27:06 > 0:27:10allow the flow of water to reach its chosen destination.
0:27:10 > 0:27:14Today, they are also used to generate electricity.
0:27:14 > 0:27:16Most of the water does not come from rain itself,
0:27:16 > 0:27:18it comes from this.
0:27:18 > 0:27:23And that's the beauty of this forest, it is a water maker.
0:27:25 > 0:27:29The beautiful path winds through the UNESCO-protected forestry park
0:27:29 > 0:27:32back down to the village where Leonardo's friends
0:27:32 > 0:27:37are preparing a traditional Madeiran meal, known locally as espetadas.
0:27:37 > 0:27:39Espetada is meat on the skewer.
0:27:39 > 0:27:44- The meat is marinated with garlic... - I love garlic.- ..if you love garlic.
0:27:44 > 0:27:46- I do.- This is...
0:27:46 > 0:27:49Sounds good. Espetada is cooked in thick salt, which sticks
0:27:49 > 0:27:51to the meat, adding to the flavour.
0:27:51 > 0:27:55When it is done, the salt is simply knocked off.
0:27:55 > 0:27:58We will knock this out now. Look.
0:28:00 > 0:28:02No salt at all now.
0:28:03 > 0:28:08Here we are. So enjoy your meat.
0:28:08 > 0:28:10Oh, that marinade is lovely.
0:28:10 > 0:28:13- My husband would love this. - It's good.
0:28:14 > 0:28:16It looks as if Diane and Alan have
0:28:16 > 0:28:20picked the right place to continue their wilderness wonders.
0:28:20 > 0:28:21All they need now is a property.
0:28:31 > 0:28:34Back with the search, Diane and Cecilia are on their way
0:28:34 > 0:28:36to property number three.
0:28:38 > 0:28:40We are back in the tunnel.
0:28:40 > 0:28:42Due to its uneven landscape,
0:28:42 > 0:28:44Madeira has a vast network of roads carved
0:28:44 > 0:28:46right into the mountains.
0:28:46 > 0:28:48There are more than 45 miles of tunnels on the island
0:28:48 > 0:28:50and this number is ever growing.
0:28:50 > 0:28:53Tunnels have played a vital role in the island's development
0:28:53 > 0:28:57for hundreds of years, starting with the levadas.
0:28:57 > 0:29:01The next property is an apartment, it is in Garajau.
0:29:01 > 0:29:06Garajau village belongs to the city of Canico.
0:29:06 > 0:29:09The village of Garajau is only a 50-minute drive
0:29:09 > 0:29:12along the coast from Funchal.
0:29:14 > 0:29:17Perched on the hillside with dramatic views,
0:29:17 > 0:29:20it is a quiet village with lots and lots going on.
0:29:22 > 0:29:25As far as, for example, you not wanting to hire a car -
0:29:25 > 0:29:27so everything is there within a few minutes walk.
0:29:27 > 0:29:31Diane and Alan could take their pick from the many local bars and
0:29:31 > 0:29:33restaurants serving traditional cuisine.
0:29:33 > 0:29:36It will take you about ten minutes
0:29:36 > 0:29:41to walk from the apartment to the cable car.
0:29:41 > 0:29:45Opened in 2007, the Garajau cable car runs from the village
0:29:45 > 0:29:47to the beach, very popular with divers
0:29:47 > 0:29:53and those who just want to enjoy a quiet drink by the shore.
0:29:53 > 0:29:57It has a nice fish restaurant down there, a couple of cafes.
0:29:57 > 0:30:01With easy access to some of Madeira's most famous levada walks,
0:30:01 > 0:30:04Diane and Alan could be out hiking every single day.
0:30:07 > 0:30:10Diane and Alan have had different opinions about the last two
0:30:10 > 0:30:13properties, but Cecilia is hoping they will both like this property,
0:30:13 > 0:30:15because it offers something that
0:30:15 > 0:30:18they didn't think they could even get for their budget.
0:30:19 > 0:30:23The apartment we are going to see has two bedrooms, two bathrooms,
0:30:23 > 0:30:27it is a bit more modern and it has a little swimming pool as well.
0:30:27 > 0:30:31- Oh, excellent! So good. - Yeah. It's really good.
0:30:31 > 0:30:34Excitement! Now, the apartment may be more modern,
0:30:34 > 0:30:36but with a swimming pool on offer,
0:30:36 > 0:30:40Diane might be just ready to dive in.
0:30:40 > 0:30:42This brand-new third-floor apartment
0:30:42 > 0:30:46is kitted out with stylish furniture and black leather sofas.
0:30:46 > 0:30:50It is close to the kitchen, so you have a nice,
0:30:50 > 0:30:53spacious dining room table.
0:30:53 > 0:30:56With two large double bedrooms and a separate modern kitchen,
0:30:56 > 0:31:00complete with everything Diane and Alan would need.
0:31:00 > 0:31:03I like a separate room, you can make a mess and close the door,
0:31:03 > 0:31:05- worry about it tomorrow.- Yes.
0:31:05 > 0:31:09It is the only property Cecilia has shown Diane
0:31:09 > 0:31:11that has its own communal pool area.
0:31:11 > 0:31:15- Diane, the only thing left to show you is the balcony.- OK.
0:31:15 > 0:31:17Let's have a look.
0:31:17 > 0:31:19The living area opens out onto a private balcony with
0:31:19 > 0:31:22dining space and those ocean views.
0:31:23 > 0:31:26This one is still within your budget
0:31:26 > 0:31:28or just slightly over, it's £722 a month,
0:31:28 > 0:31:30but that includes all the bills as well.
0:31:30 > 0:31:33If we can put it in comparison to any of the others,
0:31:33 > 0:31:37I don't know if any of the others for that budget would have a pool.
0:31:37 > 0:31:40At £722 per month, the apartment is
0:31:40 > 0:31:46just tipping over Diane and Alan's £700 budget.
0:31:46 > 0:31:49It is a bit more money, but will the pool make a big splash with Alan?
0:31:51 > 0:31:53- How are you?- I am fine, how are you?
0:31:53 > 0:31:57Good. I will just turn you round so you can start having a view.
0:31:57 > 0:32:00- Oh, there's a pool. - There is a pool.- Good start.
0:32:00 > 0:32:04- It is a bit of a bonus having a pool.- Yes. I think so.
0:32:04 > 0:32:06We will step in and see what...
0:32:06 > 0:32:10Before I do, have you cleaned up the house for the viewing tomorrow?
0:32:10 > 0:32:14I have been working my fingers to the bone, the house is spotless.
0:32:14 > 0:32:17You're such a bad liar.
0:32:17 > 0:32:20It has got a big plus in this apartment building,
0:32:20 > 0:32:22it has a swimming pool,
0:32:22 > 0:32:25that's a bonus for their budget.
0:32:25 > 0:32:30Next, we will head into the dining area of the lounge.
0:32:32 > 0:32:37I think, on the property, Diane's reaction was less positive.
0:32:37 > 0:32:42I think it is because of the decor, it does not have the cosiness.
0:32:42 > 0:32:46To be honest, it reminds me of a London studio flat type of thing.
0:32:46 > 0:32:48It is funny you should say that,
0:32:48 > 0:32:50because that is one of the pictures there.
0:32:51 > 0:32:54I don't know what Alan's reaction is,
0:32:54 > 0:32:58but, from Diane, I feel like it is probably not one of their choices.
0:32:59 > 0:33:01So what do you think overall?
0:33:01 > 0:33:05when you first walk through it, it just looked like a hotel complex.
0:33:05 > 0:33:07- Yeah.- It is a nice flat and that,
0:33:07 > 0:33:10but it is just not the sort of thing we're looking for.
0:33:10 > 0:33:11I don't think so either, honey.
0:33:11 > 0:33:13I am glad we're on the same page with this one.
0:33:13 > 0:33:17- So you agree with me for once. - Hey, it has to happen!
0:33:17 > 0:33:20So just keep looking and I will speak to you soon.
0:33:20 > 0:33:22- Absolutely.- Bye-bye.
0:33:22 > 0:33:26Diane, so what was Alan's reaction to this property?
0:33:26 > 0:33:28- It wasn't that good.- Yes?
0:33:28 > 0:33:32He thought it could have been a London apartment somewhere.
0:33:32 > 0:33:35It is not often we agree on anything,
0:33:35 > 0:33:40but we have agreed that this isn't right for us.
0:33:40 > 0:33:44At last, Cecilia wanted to show Diane and Alan something
0:33:44 > 0:33:47they would agree on and, well, she did just that.
0:33:48 > 0:33:51Available to rent for £722 a month,
0:33:51 > 0:33:54it showed Diane and Alan a location where they could be
0:33:54 > 0:33:58comfortable and have the added bonus of a pool.
0:33:58 > 0:34:02But the apartment wasn't quite what they had pictured
0:34:02 > 0:34:03for their time in Madeira.
0:34:03 > 0:34:07Cecilia has one more property to show them and fingers crossed
0:34:07 > 0:34:08they will agree again,
0:34:08 > 0:34:11but this time for the right reasons.
0:34:19 > 0:34:23One of the big draws for Brits living abroad is enjoying the sun
0:34:23 > 0:34:25for a lower cost of living than in the UK
0:34:25 > 0:34:29and Madeira, whatever the season, is no different.
0:34:29 > 0:34:34Utilities here are roughly 15% less than they are in the UK.
0:34:34 > 0:34:36And indulging in a lovely three-course meal
0:34:36 > 0:34:39will set you back about half the price of the British equivalent.
0:34:41 > 0:34:44Diane and Alan just need to find the right property
0:34:44 > 0:34:46and Cecilia has one more to show them.
0:34:47 > 0:34:50Now we are going to Madalena do Mar.
0:34:50 > 0:34:52Madalena do Mar, it's between Funchal and Calheta.
0:34:52 > 0:34:57It is a nice little village right by the seafront.
0:34:58 > 0:35:03Around 18 miles west of Funchal on the south coast,
0:35:03 > 0:35:07Madalena do Mar is a traditional Madeiran fishing village
0:35:07 > 0:35:11with a beautiful promenade running alongside the pebble beach.
0:35:13 > 0:35:16The usual things you have around the village
0:35:16 > 0:35:20like a little church, bar or cafe.
0:35:20 > 0:35:23The promenade offers a string of cafes, restaurants
0:35:23 > 0:35:26and even a karaoke bar, which would suit me.
0:35:26 > 0:35:30All surrounded by the biggest banana plantation on the island.
0:35:30 > 0:35:31And we just passed a bus stop, so
0:35:31 > 0:35:33- that's good to know. - Yes, that's good.
0:35:33 > 0:35:35Definitely a traditional feel, with good public transport links.
0:35:35 > 0:35:39And a wealth of mountain walks nearby.
0:35:39 > 0:35:42Diane and Alan should hopefully agree that the area is perfect,
0:35:42 > 0:35:44but it is all about the property.
0:35:45 > 0:35:47This is Edificio Sol e Mar.
0:35:47 > 0:35:50- And the apartment we are going to see is the penthouse.- Excellent!
0:35:50 > 0:35:53- Good.- What a good start.- Let's go.
0:35:58 > 0:36:01This impressive two-bedroom apartment features an open-plan
0:36:01 > 0:36:04kitchen living area with a separate dining room.
0:36:04 > 0:36:09- Shall we go and see the bedrooms? - Yes, please. I am loving it so far.
0:36:09 > 0:36:13- OK.- The master bedroom offers floor to ceiling sliding patio doors
0:36:13 > 0:36:15leading out onto the balcony.
0:36:17 > 0:36:21- It's lovely!- It's very nice. Very fresh and light.
0:36:21 > 0:36:25The massive outdoor terrace actually has more floor space
0:36:25 > 0:36:26than the apartment itself,
0:36:26 > 0:36:30with breathtaking views of the ocean and the mountains to the rear.
0:36:32 > 0:36:34I mean the view is...
0:36:35 > 0:36:36Wow.
0:36:37 > 0:36:41From the terrace, the penthouse looks more like a beach hut
0:36:41 > 0:36:42than an apartment.
0:36:42 > 0:36:44I don't want just two months, I could live here.
0:36:46 > 0:36:49And Cecilia is hoping Diane and Alan will agree that
0:36:49 > 0:36:51it is the perfect place for them.
0:36:53 > 0:36:55With the terrace and the mountain and the sea,
0:36:55 > 0:36:58have you still managed to keep it in our budget?
0:36:58 > 0:36:59Yes, we have.
0:36:59 > 0:37:02It is £700 a month and it includes all the bills,
0:37:02 > 0:37:04- which is really good. - Everything is covered.
0:37:04 > 0:37:06- Everything is covered.- You did well.
0:37:06 > 0:37:09But we have to speak to Alan now and see his opinion.
0:37:09 > 0:37:12And I know he is going to want something traditional.
0:37:12 > 0:37:15We might end up having an argument over this one.
0:37:17 > 0:37:19Oh, dear, dear, get ready for the sparks.
0:37:21 > 0:37:23At £700 a month, it is bang on budget.
0:37:25 > 0:37:28And Diane is ready to fight her corner,
0:37:28 > 0:37:30but who will emerge victorious?
0:37:30 > 0:37:33- How are you?- Good. We are penthouse.
0:37:33 > 0:37:37- Penthouse!- I'm trying to not be excited.
0:37:37 > 0:37:40I can see you are just bursting at the moment.
0:37:44 > 0:37:45I think she liked this one the most,
0:37:45 > 0:37:48because of the big terrace and the sound of the waves
0:37:48 > 0:37:50and being so close to the beach.
0:37:50 > 0:37:53Can you turn around and look as if we are waking up in the morning?
0:37:53 > 0:37:59- That is me lying on the bed and that is our view.- That's amazing.
0:37:59 > 0:38:03If it was just up to her, Diane would have chosen this one to stay.
0:38:03 > 0:38:05That whole top side is all ours?
0:38:05 > 0:38:07- Yep.- You could play football up there.
0:38:07 > 0:38:10You would lose it, it's pretty windy.
0:38:10 > 0:38:13I get the feeling you're loving this, aren't you?
0:38:13 > 0:38:14I am loving this.
0:38:16 > 0:38:21If Alan is quite strong about having a more traditional property,
0:38:21 > 0:38:26then obviously I don't think he'll be as keen as Diane on this one.
0:38:27 > 0:38:29What do you think so far?
0:38:29 > 0:38:31I will be honest with you, I'd...
0:38:31 > 0:38:34It's not exactly what I was looking for, however...
0:38:34 > 0:38:37- I know.- ..I like the views.
0:38:37 > 0:38:42So although it has not grown on me as much as the more traditional one,
0:38:42 > 0:38:45I would still be quite happy staying there,
0:38:45 > 0:38:46cos I can see that you love it.
0:38:46 > 0:38:48Well, as long as you are open to it,
0:38:48 > 0:38:50because I know it's not what you wanted,
0:38:50 > 0:38:53and I would never do anything to make you unhappy.
0:38:53 > 0:38:54No, no, I know, I am open to it.
0:38:54 > 0:38:58I just love this view, waking up in this room every morning,
0:38:58 > 0:39:00I think it would just make us happy.
0:39:00 > 0:39:03That is all I needed to know.
0:39:03 > 0:39:07- OK. I love you, hon. - Love you too, bye-bye.- Bye, Hubby.
0:39:11 > 0:39:13So, Diane, how did it go with Alan?
0:39:13 > 0:39:16It went well, but not as well as I hoped,
0:39:16 > 0:39:18he didn't love it as much as I did.
0:39:18 > 0:39:22How important do you think it is, having a property,
0:39:22 > 0:39:24a traditional Madeiran home for Alan?
0:39:24 > 0:39:27I think it is important to Alan to have a traditional one.
0:39:27 > 0:39:34To be honest, I would as well, but when I saw that it was...wow.
0:39:35 > 0:39:37I think it's perfect.
0:39:40 > 0:39:47Available to rent for £700 per month, it's Diane's dream home.
0:39:47 > 0:39:50Alan hasn't given up yet though on the idea of a more traditional life,
0:39:50 > 0:39:52so this couple have a lot to talk about.
0:40:01 > 0:40:05Thanks to Cecilia, Diane has witnessed the majesty of Madeira.
0:40:05 > 0:40:08- Oh, yum, yum.- Wow.
0:40:10 > 0:40:12Tomorrow, the sunglasses will be packed away
0:40:12 > 0:40:14until the couple can decide between them
0:40:14 > 0:40:17which property would be perfect for them both.
0:40:20 > 0:40:23- Hello!- Hey, Hubby. - Hello, Cecilia, how are you doing?
0:40:23 > 0:40:25Very well, very well.
0:40:25 > 0:40:29From the very start, it was clear that it wasn't going to be an easy
0:40:29 > 0:40:32search, with Diane falling for one property...
0:40:33 > 0:40:35I know it was a more modern one,
0:40:35 > 0:40:37but I did like the views from that one.
0:40:37 > 0:40:38..and Alan falling for another.
0:40:38 > 0:40:41It just seemed to be perfect in every way.
0:40:41 > 0:40:43You would have to look after the vegetables.
0:40:43 > 0:40:45I would have no problem doing that at all.
0:40:45 > 0:40:47LAUGHTER
0:40:47 > 0:40:50One of them will have to compromise and, fingers crossed,
0:40:50 > 0:40:52they will get the one they want.
0:40:52 > 0:40:56We can't say a yes to anything until we get the house sold,
0:40:56 > 0:40:58but whether we do it this year or the next,
0:40:58 > 0:41:02we are definitely coming here again, because it is beautiful.
0:41:02 > 0:41:05- Take care.- Love you.- Nice talking to you, Alan.- You too, Cecilia.
0:41:05 > 0:41:06- Bye-bye.- Bye, Hubby.- See you soon.
0:41:13 > 0:41:15Fed up with their freezing winter walks,
0:41:15 > 0:41:16Diane and Alan wanted some warmth.
0:41:19 > 0:41:21I just need my sunshine.
0:41:22 > 0:41:24With Alan staying behind to get the house ready to sell,
0:41:24 > 0:41:27it was up to Diane to find their dream winter rental.
0:41:27 > 0:41:30- So are you ready to see some properties?- Absolutely.
0:41:31 > 0:41:33The Canico apartment impressed
0:41:33 > 0:41:36Diane with its stylish modern interior.
0:41:37 > 0:41:39- It's nice and bright.- Yes.
0:41:39 > 0:41:42But Alan clearly had something else in mind.
0:41:42 > 0:41:45I would still like something a bit more traditional, if possible.
0:41:47 > 0:41:51Cecilia showed Alan his ideal authentic Madeiran home,
0:41:51 > 0:41:54but Diane wasn't sure how practical the location was.
0:41:54 > 0:41:55The remoteness could be the one
0:41:55 > 0:41:57- drawback to it, at the same time. - Yes.
0:42:00 > 0:42:03Cecilia hoped she would get Diane and Alan to agree
0:42:03 > 0:42:06on the Garajau apartment with this communal swimming pool,
0:42:06 > 0:42:08but they could only agree that it wasn't for them.
0:42:08 > 0:42:11It's just not the sort of thing we're looking for.
0:42:11 > 0:42:13I don't think so either, honey.
0:42:13 > 0:42:16And when it came to the Madalena do Mar penthouse,
0:42:16 > 0:42:18Diane was ready to move in, but
0:42:18 > 0:42:22that would mean Alan giving up on his traditional dream.
0:42:22 > 0:42:25- I think it would just make us happy. - That's all I needed to know.
0:42:30 > 0:42:33Diane and Alan have had a glimpse of island living -
0:42:33 > 0:42:36the question is did they manage to sell their house,
0:42:36 > 0:42:38pack their bags and make the move to Madeira?
0:42:41 > 0:42:43- Hello.- Hi!
0:42:44 > 0:42:46As you can see, we are still in Perthshire,
0:42:46 > 0:42:50living out there was based on us selling this house,
0:42:50 > 0:42:55and unfortunately it is still in the market.
0:42:56 > 0:42:58In Madeira, there were two.
0:42:58 > 0:43:01Alan liked the one that was very remote,
0:43:01 > 0:43:06the converted farmhouse, and then when we saw the one I liked,
0:43:06 > 0:43:10the penthouse one, it looked beautiful.
0:43:11 > 0:43:15As soon as the house gets sold, we will be straight on to...
0:43:15 > 0:43:16- Cecilia.- Yes.
0:43:17 > 0:43:20..and just try and get there as quick as we possibly could.
0:43:20 > 0:43:23We know it will happen. If you want something enough
0:43:23 > 0:43:26and you try hard enough for it, you'll get it eventually.
0:43:26 > 0:43:28- Goodbye.- Bye!
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