Don and Pauline Scanlon lead busy lives on a smallholding in Hertfordshire so they've travelled to the Costa Blanca to find a holiday home where they can relax. They've bought and renovated in Spain in the past so aren't scared of taking on a property that needs a bit of work. Sophie has lined up some great houses for them to see but soon learns that it's not for nothing that Don's nick name is 'The Negotiator'. 150 miles south, just outside of Almeria, childhood sweethearts David and Pam Rowe are searching for their dream retirement property. Number one on their wish list is a sea view. Spanish Property Choice have three apartments lined up for them to see for their 110,000 euro budget.

Outdoor enthusiasts Gary and Dawn Robins were brought up in South Africa but have decided that Spain is where they want to buy a permanent holiday home. The couple are major BBQ enthusiasts so outside space, big enough to sizzle a serious amount of sausages, is at the top of their wish list. With a maximum budget of 100,000 euros Casas Manuel show them three properties that will hopefully fit the brief. 150 miles down the coast in Almeria, art consultant Amy has presented Spanish Property Choice with an extensive list of requirements for her new holiday home in the sun. With 'modern' and 'quirky' absolute must haves and 'arches' and 'chintzy' a big no, Sharon and Steve are tested to the limit.