BUYING a home can be expensive in the UK – and one couple decided to think outside the box.
TikTok users RenovateBulgariaWithUs shared how they managed to snap up a huge three-bedroom house in the European country for just £25,000.
A British family have shared how they bought a home spontaneously in Bulgaria for £25,000tiktok.com/@renovatebulgariaw tiktok.com/@renovatebulgariawThe couple have been sharing their renovation story on TikTok[/caption]Relocating from the UK with their kids, they have now set about turning it into their dream home.
The large family pad needed quite a bit of work to it, and they have been updating following with their renovation journey.
On their @renovatebulgariaw account, they revealed that they bought the house on a whim.
They wrote: “We bought this three-bedroom house in Bulgaria without viewing on a spontaneous Wednesday afternoon.
“Three bedrooms, half an acre of land, outbuildings.”
One of the first jobs they tackled when they moved in was adding a working toilet to the bathroom, as it didn’t have one.
Thankfully they did have a working shower and sink to get them started.
They’ve also replaced the windows, laid a new stylish floor and added a fire, which looked perfect for winter.
The couple shared how they have decked out the house with bargain furniture that they have upcycled to make them look stylish.
This included £15 chairs and a £15 dresser.
Given the national average house price in the UK was reported at £264,500 in 2024, the family’s Bulgarian home is an affordable alternative.
As well as managing to snap up a cheap property, the couple shared how living costs are less in Bulgaria too.
The mum wrote: “You pay a tax yearly, like council tax, which is around £45.
“Then there is water and electric to pay, costs are very low compared to UK.”
While the renovation appears to be a large project, the family have been taking advantage of a nearby pool and stunning lakes and hikes.
And thankfully the kids are said to love their new home, with the mum saying: “It’s lovely.”
Many people were impressed with their DIY renovation, with one saying: “amazing house.”
Another added: “Everything you’ve done so far looks incredible!”
A third commented: “What a life.”
Why you should consider visiting Bulgaria
Holidays this summer are still available from £910 for a family of three – which works out at £303pp, including flights.
The Balkan country is well-known for its affordable holidays and stunning Black Sea coastline, with Sunny Beach, Golden Sands and Albena among the most popular.
The affordable resorts are packed with activities, restaurants, beaches and hotels.
But those looking for a more tranquil holiday should also consider lesser-known spots like Veleka Beach in Sinemorets, Nessebar, and Kavarna.
Regardless of where you go, Jet2holidays says you should find “unbeatable value,” with many free sights to visit and cheap places to eat and drink.
This is also backed up by this year’s Post Office Holiday Money Report, which shows Bulgaria in seventh place in the holiday cost barometer.
According to the study, a three-course evening meal for 2(including a bottle of house wine) costs around £39.
Meanwhile, a cup of coffee should cost £1.83; bottles of local beer and soft drinks are also available for just under £2.
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