Island Life Episodes
Dropping Anchor on Vinalhaven, Maine
Jonathan and Lily, along with their four children, have been sailing up and down the East Coast for the past several years on their boat. While visiting Vinalhaven, Maine, the family fell in love with the quiet, pristine island and the potential to finally set down roots there. They're looking for a house with lots of outdoor space as well as boat access, giving them the freedom to explore the island both on land and by water.
Room to Grow on Vinalhaven, Maine
Josh and Angel grew up on the island of Vinalhaven, one of Maine's top fishing communities. After moving away, Angel was drawn back to the slow pace and small-town charm, and she married Josh, a commercial lobsterman. Vinalhaven hasn't changed much since their childhood, and they want to raise their three boys in the same family-friendly town, but they need a larger house to do so.
From Landlocked to Island Life
A thrill-seeking couple who currently live in landlocked Davis, CA, are sick of being stuck in a small college town and are looking to start a new adventure. After discovering Alameda Island, CA, on a recent bungee jumping trip, they are finally ready to take the leap and live the island life. With the help of their real estate agent, they're hoping to find the perfect home in this dream location.
Honeymooning for Life
Having lived near New York City all their lives, this young couple is looking to move away from the hustle and bustle of the big-city. With future children in mind, the couple have fallen in love with Martha's Vineyard, the family-friendly island where they honeymooned. With the help of a local real estate agent, can they find the perfect island home where they can start their family?
Connecticut Family Becomes Part of the Community on Nantucket Island
A couple of art dealers have decided to open a second gallery on the island of Nantucket. After a weekend visit, the couple decided the historic community would be the perfect place to expand their business. They love that their kids would have the freedom to ride their bikes into town and explore the island. Their real estate agent is on board to help them find a large home close to Nantucket's downtown area and the beach -- but will the island be good for business?
Long Live Long Beach Island
Noel, Deirdre and their four children have been spending every summer on Long Beach Island for over 14 years. Now, with their kids getting older, it is the right time for the family to find their permanent home on the Jersey shore. With the help of their agent, Noel and Deirdre are hoping to find a large home within walking distance to the beach.
Long Beach Island Living
Owning a home on Long Beach Island has been a dream of Anne's since she was a kid. After introducing the island to her husband, Tim, during college, the two knew they wanted to move there one day, and now they finally have the money to do it! Anne would like to own a home on the water, but any water view will do as long as she and Tim can live the relaxed Long Beach lifestyle.
Slowing Down on Carolina Beach
Holly and Chuck are living a hectic lifestyle in Raleigh, North Carolina, keeping up with their busy careers and their 5-year-old ball of energy, Hailey. They want to slow things down and give Hailey a backyard of endless beaches to play on. After visiting Carolina Beach, a classic beach town on a barrier island, they know it's just the a place to get more out of life and keep their daughter smiling.
A New Life for Newlyweds in Carolina Beach, NC
A recently-married couple is ready to fulfill a lifelong dream of living at the beach. After exploring the East Coast, they set their focus on the outdoor living and small town charm of Carolina Beach, NC. They're searching for the perfect home with a large backyard and man cave-ready garage.
Coming Back Home to Sunny Key West, Florida
A New York real estate broker takes a job offer on his hometown island of Key West, FL. His friend and fellow broker is there to help him find the perfect home on the island so he can trade in the fast-paced and cold city life for year-round warm weather, sun-drenched beaches and the community from his childhood.
Texas Family Finds Fishing Oasis in Islamorada, Florida
A family of four avid fishermen look for the perfect forever home in their favorite vacation destination, Islamorada, FL. After being stuck in landlocked Flower Mound, TX, for the last 20 years, they're ready to make the move to a place where they can indulge their passion year-round.
Paradise on St. Simons Island
An Atlanta couple trades in their fast-paced and stressful life in the big city for the relaxation and great outdoor lifestyle of St. Simons Island, GA. After visiting the island on a recent work trip, the couple fell in love with the area and are excited to find the perfect beach cottage they can make their own.
Getting Active on St. Simons Island
An Athens, GA, couple is making their dream of moving to St. Simons, GA, a reality. With hopes of utilizing the island's many activities to help get back to their formerly active lifestyle, they're excited to find their dream condo that's both close to town and near the beach.
Ocean Views on Isle of Palms, South Carolina
A small business owning couple from Aiken, SC, are eager to slow things down on Isle of Palms. Their motto is "If you can't see the beach, it isn't a beach house," so they're searching for the perfect ocean-view home big enough to accomodate them and their five children.
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