Bridie, her husband, and kids made a bold choice to relocate to a spacious villa in sunny Spain for a slower-paced lifestyle.
A British family, led by mother Bridie, traded their hectic life in the UK for a dream villa in Spain that boasts a pool and a gym—resulting in significant savings on their cost of living.
After just five months of living in this expansive property, Bridie notes that it cost approximately £100,000 less than their previous home in Essex.
She has been sharing their incredible journey on social media, especially on TikTok, where followers cannot believe their eyes.
In her virtual tour, starting from the grand entrance, Bridie showcases a spacious living room, multiple bedrooms (many with en-suite bathrooms), and a dine-in area that opens into a charming Spanish-style kitchen. The kitchen offers views of their vast garden, adorned with fruit trees and scenic mountain backdrops.
This luxurious villa is situated on a spacious plot, set apart from the nearest neighbors, ensuring plenty of peace and privacy.
Outdoor amenities include a gigantic garage, a substantial lawn, a stunning pool, and even a separate pool house complete with an extra bedroom and bathroom.
They viewed a total of 18 homes before this choice, and now the family plans several renovations—improving the house and garden to include an additional en-suite, a games room, a fire pit, an outdoor kitchen, and a gym.
The online reactions have been overwhelmingly positive, with many viewers expressing their envy for Bridie’s new life. Comments like “So much room and it seems like a peaceful spot!” and “A total dream come true!” flood her posts.
In the UK, Bridie lived in a four-bedroom home that offered stunning views, yet she found herself enduring long hours just to maintain the mortgage.
Although she loved her home in the UK, the dreary weather motivated Bridie to seek a sunnier existence where work-life balance could flourish.
Called it a perfect transition, Bridie emphasized the fact: “In the UK, it always felt like we worked only to pay bills. So, we decided to embrace a lifestyle change in Spain where everything costs less.”
She detailed how, ridiculously, her current home sold for £100k less than her previous one in Essex, which, in turn, lightened their financial load.
After nearly three years of careful planning, Bridie managed to obtain her digital nomad visa to live and work in Spain, which is valid for the next three years. The plan is to renew it before applying for full residency.
Talking about the process, Bridie said, “We always wanted to venture abroad. But in truth, when is there a perfect time for such a big move?”
She confirmed the entire move took significant planning and effort, navigating various visa processes while managing her online project coordination job.
She reminisced about her busier life in the UK, where she used to conduct fitness events six days a week, but now enjoys a slower-paced existence.
Lastly, Bridie recommends aspiring expats to join community groups on Facebook for helpful tips and insights from experienced movers.
