Couple struggles to agree on home in Scottish Borders

In a recent episode of "Escape To The Country," a buyer named Katie broke down in tears while searching for a home with her partner, Craig. They sought help from expert Denise Nurse to find a property in the Scottish Borders. The couple previously lived in Glasgow and moved to Colorado to be near Katie's family, but now want to return to the countryside. Katie and Craig set a budget of £525,000 for their new home. They were excited about the first property they viewed but became particularly emotional during a tour of a charming 19th-century cottage. Katie described the cottage as her "Beatrix Potter house" and was visibly moved, repeating “wow” as they explored. As they continued to discuss the properties, Katie expressed her worries about finding a dream home within their budget. She started crying when realizing they might have to compromise on their desires. Craig, however, kept things grounded and raised concerns about practicality, such as the need for a garage. They also viewed a modern home that met many of their requirements but did not fit their initial taste. Despite this, the couple found enough appeal to consider a second viewing of that property. By the episode's end, Katie acknowledged the difficulty of making compromises and emphasized the importance of balancing both their needs in the decision-making process.