BBC Homes Under the Hammer host admits she’s ‘jealous’ of homeowner over ‘incredible’ property

Homes Under the Hammer presenter Jacqui Joseph told a homeowner that she was “a bit jealous” of their property, which she said was “incredible” even before its renovation.

The episode of the long-running BBC show that aired on Wednesday showed interior designer Jacqui exploring a two bedroom house in Kent. She shared ahead of the tour that it had a guide price for auction of roughly £265,000.

Jacqui said that the property was in a “fabulous spot,” with it located on an “attractive” street of Victorian terraces and offering views of the River Medway. She went on to further praise the house before getting to take a look inside it.

She commented whilst outside: “It looks really pretty and characterful from the outside. Now this is a conservation area so there will be restrictions on any exterior work you may want to do here but why would you? Look at it!”

The presenter seemed surprised once she entered the property to discover that the interior had been “stripped back”. Whilst in a room that had bare walls and flooring, as well as no furniture, she said: “Okay, so the outside [is] nice and characterful [but] inside it’s all been stripped back.”

She noted that there were “good sized” rooms downstairs. Jacqui however said that she would prefer the bathroom on that floor, which was located off from a “disappointing” kitchen, to be moved upstairs, closer to the bedrooms.

Later, whilst visiting the garden, she stated: “This property actually comes with planning permission already granted to create a rear extension.” She added that it would have to be in cooperation with a neighbouring property though.

Jacqui concluded ahead of meeting the homeowner: “Well, the interior of this pretty terrace certainly doesn’t match with the exterior at the moment, but it is a blank canvas, just waiting for someone to come in and make their mark on it.”

“And with the planning permission already in place, there’s the opportunity not only to increase it’s size but improve the layout […] I cannot wait to see this property transformed into a glorious, characterful home it deserves to be.”

It was announced on the episode, which was first broadcast last year, that the property had been bought at auction by business owner Peter for £260,000 in 2022. He revealed that the house would be part of his rental portfolio.

Jacqui told him: “Congratulations! I’m a bit jealous, actually […] This property is incredible.” Peter went on to discuss his plans for the renovation, which he told the presenter included a “full electrical rewire” and some new plumbing.

Peter added that the bathroom would be moved upstairs, he would put a “big extension on the back” and that he also had plans to introduce a bedroom to the loft. He said there would also be an open-plan kitchen and dining area.

Sharing her thoughts on his ambitions, Jacqui said: “It’s going to be amazing.” It was stated that Peter had a budget of £100,000 and hoped to be finished with the renovation in 9 months. He added that he would be “hands on” with it.

Viewers were subsequently given an update on his progress, with it shared that the team from Homes Under the Hammer had returned just over a year later. The front looked similar, though there had been much work on the inside.

Peter revealed that he had introduced a “large extension” in the back of the property, which had become a kitchen. He added that it was located beside a new utility room and a wet room. The other room downstairs was also renovated.

Upstairs, it was shared that a double bedroom and a bathroom had been put into an extension. Another bedroom had been reduced in size to allow for a staircase to the loft, Peter said, who later said they went around £40,000 over budget.

Martin Roberts, who narrated the episode, commented after the renovation was unveiled to viewers: “This is now a fantastic looking property both outside and in.” Estate agent Mike Griffin from Streets Estates said he was “really impressed” and gave a valuation of around £435,000.

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