Vacation House Rules Episodes

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Season 1, Episode 1

Beach Retreat

Contractor Scott McGillivray and his designer, Debra Salmoni, work to save a sinking lakefront cabin from going under. Battling floods and years of neglect, they transform the home into a beach-inspired retreat that's perfect for waterfront renting.

Season 1, Episode 2

Beer Garden

Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni brew up something big as they transform an inherited property into an Alpine-inspired haven. Together, they build a vacationer's delight complete with a peaceful beer garden that will welcome renters for years to come.

Season 1, Episode 3

Executive Escape

Contractor and real estate expert Scott McGillivray, along with designer Debra Salmoni, come to the rescue for a new homeowner and magically transform a quaint cottage into an executive escape that will attract business leaders and vacationers alike.

Season 1, Episode 4

Puppy Paradise

Scott McGillivray helps two homeowners whose secluded, lakefront home suffered a flood. With help from designer Debra Salmoni, Scott works to transform their rundown money pit into a pet-cation getaway for animal lovers and their furry family members.

Season 1, Episode 5

Year-Round Playground

A family's neglected beachfront cabin needs serious repairs. With its proximity to the ski resorts, the year-round rental potential is immense, so contractor Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni give the dilapidated cabin a four-season makeover.

Season 1, Episode 6

Equestrian Escape

A couple bought a historic fixer upper in a prime vacation area, but they need contractor Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni's help. There's no time for horsing around while they turn this carriage house into a hip, horse-themed rental home.

Season 1, Episode 7

Reflection Retreat

A homeowner and her son need to start generating income from their lakefront party pad. Using the tranquil surroundings as inspiration, contractor Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni elevate the downtrodden home into a relaxing vacation rental.

Season 1, Episode 8

Groovy Getaway

Two siblings need help bringing their 1960s vacation home into the 21st century. Capitalizing on the home's retro design, contractor Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni transform the mid-century cottage into a blast-from-the-past vacation rental.

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