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See Episode GuideThe Best of Both Worlds on Long Beach
Young newlyweds are ready to buy their first home together in Long Beach, New York. Just an hour from the city, Long Beach feels like the best of both worlds with beautiful beaches, great surfing and tons of nightlife. They hope to find a condo near the beach that has views of the water.
A Washington Island Homecoming
After growing up on Washington Island, Wisconsin, an entrepreneur is ready to make the quaint island home again. She's missed the small town feel, scenery and her family. In addition to opening a restaurant, she has plans to find a beachfront house with rental potential.
Going Boating in Gulf Shores, AL
An engaged couple searches for a home in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama, where they can be closer to the water and spend more time on their boat. They're open to fixing up a home or building one, but being waterfront is a must.
A Washington Island Homecoming
After growing up on Washington Island, Wisconsin, an entrepreneur is ready to make the quaint island home again. She's missed the small town feel, scenery and her family. In addition to opening a restaurant, she has plans to find a beachfront house with rental potential.
Going Boating in Gulf Shores, AL
An engaged couple searches for a home in beautiful Gulf Shores, Alabama, where they can be closer to the water and spend more time on their boat. They're open to fixing up a home or building one, but being waterfront is a must.
Across the Bridge to Merritt Island, FL
An active family of five is tired of driving over the bridge to Merritt Island, Florida, and decides to make a permanent move. They want to spend more time together enjoying the island's outdoor activities and hope to find a home on the water with an open floor plan and a pool.
Boats, Brews, and Bay Views in Ocean City, MD
After years of spending summer vacations in Ocean City, a Maryland couple is ready to fulfill their dream of living by the ocean. They love the calmer, bay side of the island and hope to find a waterfront home with gorgeous views and room for their jet ski.
Across the Bridge to Merritt Island, FL
An active family of five is tired of driving over the bridge to Merritt Island, Florida, and decides to make a permanent move. They want to spend more time together enjoying the island's outdoor activities and hope to find a home on the water with an open floor plan and a pool.
Boats, Brews, and Bay Views in Ocean City, MD
After years of spending summer vacations in Ocean City, a Maryland couple is ready to fulfill their dream of living by the ocean. They love the calmer, bay side of the island and hope to find a waterfront home with gorgeous views and room for their jet ski.
A Vacation for Life on Hilton Head Island
A college admissions counselor living in Geneva, Switzerland, recently fell in love with the low-country charm of Hilton Head Island, SC, during a vacation. Now, she's looking for a home close to the beach with rental potential, an updated kitchen and a spacious deck.
Searching for a New Home in Historic Key West, Florida
A successful business owner is ready to plant roots in sunny Key West, Florida. With the help of her daughter, she hopes to find a spacious house for entertaining that's also near the Old Town district so she can walk to work.
A Vacation for Life on Hilton Head Island
A college admissions counselor living in Geneva, Switzerland, recently fell in love with the low-country charm of Hilton Head Island, SC, during a vacation. Now, she's looking for a home close to the beach with rental potential, an updated kitchen and a spacious deck.
Searching for a New Home in Historic Key West, Florida
A successful business owner is ready to plant roots in sunny Key West, Florida. With the help of her daughter, she hopes to find a spacious house for entertaining that's also near the Old Town district so she can walk to work.
Seeing Double on Long Beach
A couple follows a job opportunity to Long Beach, New York, a family-friendly area that offers the island lifestyle they're looking for with an easy commute to Manhattan. They want their twins to grow up by the ocean and spend as much time outdoors as possible, so they hunt for a home near the water with a backyard.
Stepping Off the Ferry in Nantucket
A Cincinnati couple that loves the outdoor lifestyle of Nantucket, MA, is ready to fulfill their dream of living near the beach. They hunt for a home with easy access to the water and town center, a backyard for their dogs and a separate space for renting.
Seeing Double on Long Beach
A couple follows a job opportunity to Long Beach, New York, a family-friendly area that offers the island lifestyle they're looking for with an easy commute to Manhattan. They want their twins to grow up by the ocean and spend as much time outdoors as possible, so they hunt for a home near the water with a backyard.
Stepping Off the Ferry in Nantucket
A Cincinnati couple that loves the outdoor lifestyle of Nantucket, MA, is ready to fulfill their dream of living near the beach. They hunt for a home with easy access to the water and town center, a backyard for their dogs and a separate space for renting.
Seeking Southern Sun in Orange Beach
A Colorado couple is moving their blended family from the Rocky Mountains to the quiet town of Orange Beach, Alabama. Having vacationed there for years and seeking a taste of the island life, they agree Orange Beach will be the perfect place to lay down roots in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom island dream home.
From City Life to Tiki Island Life
A busy Houston couple wants to leave the concrete jungle behind and live closer to the water. They set off to find the perfect home on Tiki Island, Texas.
Trading the Desert for the Beach
North Carolina natives Danny and Alana want to move from Phoenix back east to Topsail Island. Their desert city is just too big, too busy and, most importantly, too far from the beach. They're looking for a dream home right on the beach so that they can enjoy the water, white sands and relaxing pace of Topsail with their four young children.
Backyard Boating on Merritt Island
After meeting at a regatta and getting married at a yacht club, water and boating has been a common theme for a Rockledge, Florida couple. They're eager to move across the Indian River to a Merritt Island property with a pool, a large living space and a dock for their boat right in their own backyard.
Waking Up in a No-Wake Zone
Tired of their boring lifestyle in rural Ohio, a couple is ready to liven things up at their favorite childhood vacation spot of Indian Lake. They're looking for a large turnkey home for their extended family as well as a dock on the open water for the boat he's always wanted.
Looking for a Shore Thing on Absecon Island
Michael grew up on the Jersey shore's Absecon Island and has always hoped to one day buy a home near the ocean. His wife, Kathy, grew up spending summers at the beach and they've shared their love of the island with their daughters. After years of visiting every summer, the family is ready to own their own piece of paradise.
Living the Dream On Orcas Island
A Washington couple has been saving their entire lives for their dream home on Orcas Island. They cannot wait to escape the busy, crowded Kirkland area for a private haven in the trees they can call their own.
New Beginnings on Camano Island, WA
A Seattle couple wants to start their life together in a more peaceful setting and feel like Camano Island in Washington is the perfect spot. They hope to find a home with water views where they can enjoy the island's laid-back vibe and an easy commute to work.
East Hampton House Search
A Brooklyn-born woman loves New York City but has grown tired of the chaos of urban life. After many summers of vacationing in East Hampton with her friends, she's now ready to purchase her own island retreat. She's hoping to find a stylish modern home where she can relax with her dog after a long day at work.
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