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Island Life is a reality and family TV series that premiered on HGTV on January 1, 2015. It has 21 seasons and 189 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 21 Episode 13 "Reconnecting In Atlantic Beach", aired on October 30, 2022.
Most people only fantasize about living on an island, but we'll prove that an Island Life is possible for anyone. Tropical dreamers will be shown island properties that fit into any budget, from ultra-affordable to totally outrageous.
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189 episodes · 21 seasons
2015 · 15 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
Most people only fantasize about living on an island, but we'll prove that an Island Life is possible for anyone. Tropical dreamers will be shown island properties that fit all budgets, from ultra-affordable to totally outrageous.
E14
Living in Hawaii as a Coast Guard rescue swimmer, David has an opportunity to transfer with his wife Ashley and children to Kodiak Island, Alaska. They are ready to start an adventurous life in this nature-filled paradise.
E13
As newlyweds, Nesward and Jackie lived in Alaska for his job with the Coast Guard. After three children and a stint in Hawaii, they want to return to live on Kodiak Island, Alaska, with its distinct seasons and wildlife.
E12
When Chris gets a chance to relocate for work and cut his traveling time, he and wife Laura, who works from home, jump at the chance. They chose Washington's coastal San Juan Islands to live and raise their son.
E11
Josh and Stephanie have lived near water since they were born, and now that they are getting married, moving to be near water only makes good sense. The beautiful views of Washington State's San Juan Islands are calling them home.
E10
A hectic lifestyle in Ohio left Stephen and Beth wanting more than what their cookie cutter subdivision lives offered. With Stephen able to work remotely, their dreams turned to their favorite vacation memory, Key West, Florida.
E9
E8
Boston seems far behind to Rob and Suzanne when they take the ferry to Martha's Vineyard for vacations. They hope that by moving there full time, they will find the balance that their hectic and stress-filled life is missing.
E7
Jason and Courtney have a special affection for Nantucket -- it's where they met and fell in love. They've even chosen the island for their wedding and new home. Their decision has come down to three amazing island properties.
E6
John and Megan enjoy the hip urban life of Richmond, VA, but now they are ready to start living a quieter life closer to parks and the ocean. When a job opportunity comes up on Mount Desert Island, ME, they jump at the chance.
E5
Mount Desert Island off the coast of Maine has been a special place to Tracy since childhood vacations. Now, she and husband JC want to make their dream of owning a permanent home and raising their family there a reality.
E4
Atlanta couple Katie and Jason act on their dream to live and raise their family on St. Simons Island. Having vacationed there as children themselves, they want to put their own roots firmly down in this sandy tropical paradise.
E3
Eric and Shontae jump at the chance to leave the hectic life of San Francisco to work and live on the laid back island of St. Simons, Georgia. Remembering her childhood there, Shontae is eager for her girls to grow up there, too.
E2
Islamorada, off Key West, Florida, has the laid back and relaxed atmosphere that Pablo and Michelle fell in love with as a couple. Now they are ready to make it their island home and must decide between charm or construction.
E1
Adventure seekers Matt and Tom are ready to leave the cold and snow of Chicago for the sun and fun of Old Town in Key West, Florida. After looking at three properties, they are ready to make an offer on their dream home.
2015 · 15 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
Most people only fantasize about living on an island, but we'll prove that an Island Life is possible for anyone. Tropical dreamers will be shown island properties that fit all budgets, from ultra-affordable to totally outrageous.
E14
Living in Hawaii as a Coast Guard rescue swimmer, David has an opportunity to transfer with his wife Ashley and children to Kodiak Island, Alaska. They are ready to start an adventurous life in this nature-filled paradise.
E13
As newlyweds, Nesward and Jackie lived in Alaska for his job with the Coast Guard. After three children and a stint in Hawaii, they want to return to live on Kodiak Island, Alaska, with its distinct seasons and wildlife.
E12
When Chris gets a chance to relocate for work and cut his traveling time, he and wife Laura, who works from home, jump at the chance. They chose Washington's coastal San Juan Islands to live and raise their son.
E11
Josh and Stephanie have lived near water since they were born, and now that they are getting married, moving to be near water only makes good sense. The beautiful views of Washington State's San Juan Islands are calling them home.
E10
A hectic lifestyle in Ohio left Stephen and Beth wanting more than what their cookie cutter subdivision lives offered. With Stephen able to work remotely, their dreams turned to their favorite vacation memory, Key West, Florida.
E9
After three moves to different cities, Frederick and Carina decide that what they really wanted was a laid-back place to raise their kids. Their Key Largo vacation memories get them thinking about a permanent island home in Florida.
E8
Boston seems far behind to Rob and Suzanne when they take the ferry to Martha's Vineyard for vacations. They hope that by moving there full time, they will find the balance that their hectic and stress-filled life is missing.
E7
Jason and Courtney have a special affection for Nantucket -- it's where they met and fell in love. They've even chosen the island for their wedding and new home. Their decision has come down to three amazing island properties.
E6
John and Megan enjoy the hip urban life of Richmond, VA, but now they are ready to start living a quieter life closer to parks and the ocean. When a job opportunity comes up on Mount Desert Island, ME, they jump at the chance.
E5
Mount Desert Island off the coast of Maine has been a special place to Tracy since childhood vacations. Now, she and husband JC want to make their dream of owning a permanent home and raising their family there a reality.
E4
Atlanta couple Katie and Jason act on their dream to live and raise their family on St. Simons Island. Having vacationed there as children themselves, they want to put their own roots firmly down in this sandy tropical paradise.
E3
Eric and Shontae jump at the chance to leave the hectic life of San Francisco to work and live on the laid back island of St. Simons, Georgia. Remembering her childhood there, Shontae is eager for her girls to grow up there, too.
E2
Islamorada, off Key West, Florida, has the laid back and relaxed atmosphere that Pablo and Michelle fell in love with as a couple. Now they are ready to make it their island home and must decide between charm or construction.
E1
Adventure seekers Matt and Tom are ready to leave the cold and snow of Chicago for the sun and fun of Old Town in Key West, Florida. After looking at three properties, they are ready to make an offer on their dream home.
2015 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 11 years ago
E14
A newly married couple leaves Boston to begin their life together on Martha's Vineyard.
E13
A couple and their son leave arid Arizona and search for the perfect home on Coronado Island.
E12
A couple and their daughter leave Kentucky for tropical Marco Island off Florida's western coast.
E11
A couple with two little boys buys a house on Fidalgo Island in Washington's Puget Sound.
E10
A couple with two boys leaves the mountains of North Carolina for outdoor living on Topsail Island.
E9
A family of three hopes to sell their New England home and move to beautiful Marco Island, Florida.
E8
A young couple leaves the stress of Washington, DC for the relaxation of Florida's warm waters.
E7
A couple leaves the hustle and bustle of Seattle for a home with character on Vashon Island.
E6
A couple with two small children look for home on Topsail Island, North Carolina.
E5
A local bar owner and his girlfriend are looking for a new home on Florida's Barrier Island.
E4
A couple with two sons heading to college are looking for a new home on Coronado Island.
E3
An outdoor family of four leaves Tacoma to find a home on Vashon Island in Washington's Puget Sound.
E2
A couple with a baby on the way leaves the Phoenix heat for lush Fidalgo Island.
E1
A mother and her daughters leave landlocked Lakeland, Florida, for lovely Little Gasparilla Island.
2016 · 15 episodes · Last episode: 10 years ago
Most people only fantasize about living on an island, but we'll prove that an Island Life is possible for anyone. Tropical dreamers will be shown island properties that fit all budgets, from ultra-affordable to totally outrageous.
E14
World travelers Jim and Helen grew up near South Padre Island, TX. They are looking for a home where they can enjoy the warm waters and sandy beaches they fondly remember from their childhood.
E13
Mike and Kendra have taken new jobs in Daniel Island, SC. They are bringing their two children along and are ready to enjoy the sandy beaches and laid-back lifestyle as a family.
E12
Phillip and Melissa are ready to leave city life behind in Dallas and have settled on South Padre Island, Texas. They want to be close to the beach and enjoy the small-town feel of the island.
E11
Tyler and Julie fell in love on Mustang Island, Texas, and are having their wedding there. The couple also wants to buy a house for themselves with enough space for friends to stay when they visit.
E10
Jim and Donna moved to Ono Island, Alabama, for a change of pace after they served 28 years in the army. Donna insists that their new house have a separate room for Jim's drum set so she can get it out of their dining room.
E9
Mike and Jen are leaving Dallas behind for the beautiful beaches and simple life in Orange Beach, AL. Mike just got his real estate license and is looking forward to buying their dream home and learning about the market.
E8
Pastor Lynn and his wife Vanessa are moving from Louisiana to enjoy the small-town beach life of Dauphin Island, Alabama. They want a home with neighborhood feel that will allow them to stay active in the community.
E7
Samuel and Christina want to leave the city life behind on Vashon Island, Washington. They're looking for a family home that will let them slow down and enjoy an outdoor lifestyle that's closer to nature.
E6
Justin, Sarah and their sons want a change of pace and have decided to move to Justin's hometown of St. Simons Island, Georgia. They need to find a home quickly so they can enjoy the island community with their two boys.
E5
A Texas couple met while working in an emergency room, and now they want to enjoy a slower pace of life. They are looking for homes on Galveston Island, TX, where they can take advantage of an outdoor lifestyle.
E4
David and Debbie have always loved vacationing on Galveston Island, Texas, and now want to live on the water year-round. They hope to find a home with outdoor space to entertain visiting family and friends.
E3
Chiffon and Mervin left the city life of Atlanta behind to be closer to family in South Carolina. They have fallen in love with the islands near Charleston and want a home that makes them feel like they're always on vacation.
E2
John, Michelle and their two children are tired of long Boston winters and want to buy a home on Daniel Island, South Carolina. They are looking for a place on the water so they can spend more time together outdoors.
E1
A couple leaves the cold winters of New Jersey behind for a move south. They are looking for a home on Daniel Island, SC, where they can spend more time outdoors with their three kids.
2017 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 8 years ago
After years of visiting the island to relax and decompress, a Boston couple is ready to find their dream home on Martha's Vineyard. They're looking for a home where they can enjoy the Vineyard lifestyle and host family that once vacationed on the island with them. Will Martha's Vineyard give them what they're looking for?
A couple is ready to start a new chapter by buying a home on South Padre Island in Texas where they can ditch their hectic lifestyle for tranquility and adventure.
A couple has grown tired of hectic city life and is anxious to return to their family and friends in their hometown of Indian Lake, OH. Both are able to work remotely so they're heading back to their old stomping grounds to find the perfect dream home. Will they find the island oasis they've been trying to get back to?
As their three daughters get older, Georgia residents Lisa and Kevin are looking for a change of pace from their busy lives. They want to move to a place their kids will always want to return to, and they've set their sights on Hilton Head, South Carolina. It has always been a special place for their family, so Lisa and Kevin are searching for a home there that offers the beach, amenities and quality of life that the whole family is looking for.
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.
A couple that has been vacationing on Mustang Island in Corpus Christi, TX, since they both were kids is ready to buy a home on the island. With their three kids in tow, they're hoping to find a home as close to the beach as possible.
An Atlanta couple is ready to live their dream of leaving behind the busy city for a more peaceful life at the beach. They're starting their own business in Charleston, South Carolina, and looking for a home on nearby Sullivan's Island. They hope to find an island dream home with enough space to comfortably host their family when they visit.
A couple living in a busy Seattle suburb wants to slow down and focus on each other. He sold her on Camano Island, WA, with an easy commute to work, and now they hope to find an open-concept home where they can entertain family.
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.
After spending many summers on the island, a couple sets out to make their dream come true and find a forever home on Nantucket. They each have unique memories of growing up there and recognize the importance of passing the same experiences on to their daughters. Will they find the beautiful island home they've been dreaming of?
A Houston family searches for a waterfront home on Tiki Island, TX.
After spending most of their lives at sea, a couple takes their kids to Aquidneck Island in Narragansett Bay hoping to find a turn-key home close to the beach.
A Boston accountant wants to escape the hectic city life by finding a beach getaway. He grew up visiting Aquidneck Island in Narragansett Bay, and now he wants to find a bachelor pad near the water and downtown life where he can relax.
Wanting their two young sons to grow up by the water, a Houston couple decides to relocate to Tiki Island, Texas. The family loves to fish, so they're looking for a large waterfront home with space for their boat.
2018 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 8 years ago
College sweethearts who have always dreamed of having a home on the beach are in love with Topsail Island, NC, and want to find the perfect property there. They hope to find a large, move-in ready house that offers plenty of space for family gatherings with their adult sons.
A Florida family of three looks to return to the restful Bass Islands of Ohio's Lake Erie, a destination her family has frequented since the 1920s. But together they'll have to decide how much their privacy and desire for water views are really worth.
After visiting Emerald Isle on vacation and bonding with their kids, a couple is ready to leave Wake Forest, NC, and move to the beach full-time. They are determined to find a place of their own where every day feels like a holiday.
An Iowa family is ready to enjoy year-long outdoor activities and bring their restaurant business to Gulf Shores, Alabama. They hope to find a house close to the beach with bedrooms for everyone and room in the backyard for a pool.
A Michigan couple has been visiting South Bass Island, Ohio, for years and even had their wedding there. Now, they want to relocate to the island and hope to find a home with outdoor space and water views on Lake Erie.
A couple leaves the cattle farm behind for a laidback life on Alabama's Ono Island. They love the quiet neighborhood feel of the island as well as its proximity to the action of Orange Beach and Gulf Shores, but the challenge will be finding a house that fits their very particular wish list.
2018 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 8 years ago
A young couple begins the next chapter of their lives on beautiful James Island, SC.
After years of vacationing there, a Brooklynite looks for a year-round home in East Hampton, NY.
A couple searches for a house with charm and a water view on St. Helena, SC.
A couple returns to her hometown of Coronado Island, CA, to give their children the island life.
A California family of six escapes the busy city and relocates to picturesque Catalina Island.
A family of four can't decide what type of water view they want in Brigantine, New Jersey.
High school sweethearts bring their family and waffle business to beautiful Emerald Isle, NC.
After several moves, a Navy family plans to settle down on Whidbey Island in Washington.
A charter-boat captain searches for a home near the water on Block Island in Rhode Island.
A couple and their children move from Salt Lake City to San Juan Island, WA, for his new job.
A couple returns home to Fidalgo Island, WA, to give their kids the same childhood they had.
A New Jersey couple and their kids are buying a home on Absecon Island to be close to family.
Newlyweds return to his hometown on San Juan Island, WA, to buy their first house.
Married lawyers are tired of long hours and want a change of pace in Long Beach, NY.
2018 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 8 years ago
A Missouri couple has been vacationing in Gulf Shores, Alabama, for almost 20 years. With their son in college, they feel it's the right time to make the big move to the beach. They're hoping to find a two-bedroom home with a pool, room for their boat and a water view all with a close proximity to the beach.
Old friends from suburban Maryland have decided to buy a home together on the coast in Ocean City. They both live busy lives and dream of owning a property they can escape to and relax. Ocean City's pristine beaches and historic boardwalk make it the perfect getaway spot, so they're looking for a spacious home close to the water so they can walk to the beach.
A couple is excited to leave the busy city of Atlanta, Georgia, for a quiet, laid-back lifestyle on Ono Island, Alabama. After years of saving and planning, they are finally ready to make the move and find their dream home with a scenic water view.
A Massachusetts couple can finally afford their dream home on Marco Island, Florida. The island is 70 percent waterfront, so they're looking to buy a property on the water that needs minimal updating and leaves them with enough money to buy a boat for their new dock.
After 20 years living in Atlanta, a couple is tired of the big city grind and is ready to make a move. Having vacationed all over the West Coast of Florida, they decide they want to live a more relaxed lifestyle near the water in Pensacola Beach.
A Pennsylvania family is ready to stop shoveling themselves out of the snow every winter and move to North Carolina's Outer Banks. They love the white sandy beaches and small town atmosphere as well as the many water spots available. They're hoping to find a house in their favorite vacation spot with a game room, a pool and a large backyard for their beloved golden retriever.
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.
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.
A man and his daughter are looking to relocate from the frigid mountains of Buffalo, New York, to the sunny, sandy beaches of Key West, Florida. Looking for a little reminder of his native homeland, he's hoping that Key West can offer him a stateside taste of South African flare.
A family of five is excited to leave Virginia Beach and plant roots on North Carolina's Outer Banks. After being the family's go-to vacation spot for years, they hope to find a large home with coastal charm and water views.
A Fairfax, Virginia, couple of empty nesters has decided to make the move to beautiful Hilton Head, South Carolina. They fell in love with the gorgeous Spanish moss hanging from the trees, laid-back atmosphere and the easy access to the water after visiting the area with their kids. The couple is now hoping to find a home with scenic water views and enough space to entertain.
A Pensacola, Florida, family with three young children makes the move to beautiful Merritt Island. They want to enjoy living right on the water with a dock in the backyard for their boat and a swimming pool for the kids. They're looking for an open-concept house with plenty of details that's move-in ready and large enough to accommodate their whole family.
A Denton, Texas, family of five has made the eight-hour drive to South Padre Island every year for vacations. Now they're ready to leave the busy city behind for a slower pace of life at the beach. They're hoping to find a large home with bedrooms for everyone and a pool all within walking distance to the beach.
A Pennsylvania couple is tired of battling winter each year and wants to trade the bitter cold for sunny Key West, Florida. They're hoping to find a four-bedroom house in the Conch Republic with a pool, an open floor plan and enough space for their son to play his music as loud as he wants.
2018 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 7 years ago
A homesick couple is moving back to Fidalgo Island, Washington, after working in Rhode Island for several years. They love the charming town of Anacortes and are looking forward to raising their five-year-old daughter there. They're hoping to find a home with enough space for a playroom, a fenced-in yard for their dogs and an open-concept kitchen.
A couple in need of relaxation is moving to Camano Island, WA and will be bringing Mom along to move in with them. They want a home with a split floor plan so they can maintain privacy, but a large living room and patio space to embrace family time. Mom also needs an art room, and a picturesque view from the house for inspiration.
An adventurous couple is moving to Bald Head Island, NC, to spend more time on the beach with their dogs and enjoy a laid-back lifestyle. They're looking for a large home with lots of character and enough bedrooms for family and friends to visit. They'd like to find a place that's move-in ready, but are open to building a new home to ensure they get everything they want.
A Wisconsin couple is relocating to picturesque Bald Head Island, NC, with their blended family. An ocean view is top priority, but they'd also like enough bedrooms for the whole family and space to entertain.
Two Chicago teachers discovered James Island during a spring break trip to Charleston and knew it was the perfect place to raise a family. They love its proximity to a major city, as well as to beaches, farms and even goat yoga. They hope to find a fixer upper with a large yard and a screened-in porch to enjoy the fabulous weather.
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.
Two Chicago teachers discovered James Island during a spring break trip to Charleston and knew it was the perfect place to raise a family. They love its proximity to a major city, as well as to beaches, farms and even goat yoga. They hope to find a fixer upper with a large yard and a screened-in porch to enjoy the fabulous weather.
A busy couple from Northern Virginia is moving with their two young daughters to Ocean City, Maryland. They want to spend more time on the beach and create fun memories as a family. With a new baby boy on the way, they're searching for a condo with at least three bedrooms. They also want to be near the bay or ocean so they can fall asleep listening to the relaxing sounds of the water.
A Milwaukee couple is fed up with winter weather, and after a recent trip to Key West, Florida, they decided they're ready to make the move to the Conch Republic. With a lengthy list of requirements that includes historic charm, off-street parking and a pool, they're open to a property with rental income to make it easier to afford living in paradise.
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.
A young Texas couple dream of taking their infant daughter away from the noisy, crowded streets of the Dallas/Fort Worth area for the relaxing beaches of South Padre Island. Since the birth of their daughter, they've realized it's time to start living their dreams and enjoy raising their child in the town where they honeymooned.
A Houston couple wants to trade their chaotic Texas lifestyle for a more relaxed one. They discovered Sanibel Island, Florida, on a drive along the Gulf Coast, and they loved the small town feel and beach. They're ready to become permanent members of the island community, and they hope to find a three- or four-bedroom home close to the water.
After living their entire lives on Fidalgo Island, Washington, a hair stylist and a police officer are eager to upgrade to their dream home. They love the island's miles of hiking trails and many opportunities to get out on the water. They need a large house with an open layout to host family holiday celebrations, plus plenty of outdoor entertaining space to enjoy the breathtaking views.
A couple who has been living on St. John wants to move to Key West, Florida, where they were married several years ago. They're relocating their construction business and looking forward to being closer to their family. They hope to find a home in a quiet neighborhood close to Old Town and the beach.
2019 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 7 years ago
A Newport, RI, native wants to leave her South Carolina life and head back home.
A Michigan couple searches for a home on Washington Island, WI, with vacation rental potential.
An Ohio couple looks for a home where they can slow down and relax on Indian Lake.
A couple from Forest Hills, NY, looks for a home in East Hampton with plenty of space to entertain.
Young newlyweds from CT search for a new-construction home in the seaside city of Newport.
With six kids and a dog, a Dayton couple is hoping to find a large lake house.
A young couple looks for a beach oasis away from the city in Long Beach, NY.
A young couple leaves Philadelphia for the quaint beach town of Carolina Beach, NC.
A couple looks to make memories with their kids with a move to Martha's Vineyard.
A Washington family is moving to Fidalgo Island to bring all the joys of camping to everyday life.
With her two kids out of the house, a CPA is packing up her life and moving to Ventnor City, NJ.
A young Milwaukee couple looks for a home where they can entertain in Washington Island, WI.
A young couple moves from Colorado Springs to Carolina Beach, NC, so they can be near the water.
A engaged Seattle couple wants to leave city life and escape to Bainbridge island, Washington.
2019 · 14 episodes · Last episode: 7 years ago
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 couple of empty nesters are saying goodbye to the hustle and bustle of Chicago and hello to the laid-back lifestyle on Washington Island, Wisconsin. They want to live on a large waterfront property they can customize with plenty of room for visiting family.
A couple that first met on the beach in Newport, RI, wants to buy their first home on Aquidneck Island. With a toddler and another baby on the way, they hope to find a property with a yard for the boys, an open floor plan and something they can fix up to build equity in their starter home.
A young, southern couple decides to buy their first home in Gulf Shores, Alabama. They both grew up vacationing in the area and love the family-friendly community and close proximity to several beaches. They hunt for a home with a fenced-in yard for their dogs and an updated interior.
A couple looking to expand the family seeks a spacious house near the Atlantic Ocean in Long Beach, N.Y.; their dream home must include a new kitchen with white cabinets, a luxurious master bathroom, a yard for their dog and room for a pool.
A couple is ready to leave the isolated island of Nantucket, Mass., for tropical Merritt Island, Fla., so they can escape long winters and stay active by spending more time outdoors; they seek a home with an open concept and a room for his man cave.
2019 · 13 episodes · Last episode: 7 years ago
A mother and son move to Gulf Shores, Alabama, so they can spend more time together on the beach. They'd like to find a home with a third bedroom for guests but the number-one priority is getting as close to the beach as possible.
A fun-loving couple with three growing kids and a dog is looking to upgrade their current home on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. He's looking for enough square footage to accommodate the entire family, while she's looking for an open concept layout and water views.
A Mississippi couple is ready to move closer to the waters of Orange Beach, Alabama. They're excited to start this new chapter together but his dream of boating around Alabama's waterways with a home on the bay clashes with her desire to live on the beach.
A busy couple with three active boys and a baby on the way looks for more room in Indialantic, Florida. Grandpa is also moving in soon so there's no time to renovate, making a turnkey property a must-have.
A busy couple with three active boys needs more room in Indialantic, Fla.; with another baby on the way, plus grandpa moving in soon, they don't have the time to renovate, so finding a turnkey property is a priority.
A family wants to move closer to the kids' school in Cocoa Beach, Fla., so they have more time on the beach and in the water instead of sitting in traffic; they are looking for something that's move-in ready but also a bargain.
2019 · 21 episodes · Last episode: 6 years ago
A Massachusetts couple is fulfilling a lifelong dream of living by the ocean on Islesboro Island, Maine. They love the quiet, small town atmosphere, and they hope to find a place with a water view and space for the boat he's been saving his pennies to buy one day.
A family of five is ready to make the move to Camano Island, Washington. They want a home with a view and enough land so they can live outdoors more often, letting the kids and dog roam free in nature. While she dreams of a modern farmhouse big enough to hold the whole family, he is more focused on getting some shop space.
A family of five is ready to make the move to Camano Island, Washington. They want a home with a view and enough land so they can live outdoors more often, letting the kids and dog roam free in nature. While she dreams of a modern farmhouse big enough to hold the whole family, he is more focused on getting some shop space.
A warehouse manager from Virginia is ready to finally make her dreams come true with a move to Mount Desert Island, Maine, where she vacationed with family when she was younger. Now, she's looking for a home close to nearby Bar Harbor with a backyard and enough space so she can host family herself.
A family of four has outgrown their small Long Beach, New York, bungalow and is ready to put down roots in their forever home. They're hoping to find a house near town that has a big yard and a home office but doesn't have the price tag of the big city.
After years in the Navy, a couple and their dog are making Fidalgo Island, Washington, their home. Their dream house would ideally encompass everything they love about the area: something surrounded by nature with great water views and not too far from all the town has to offer.
After spending two years stationed in Japan, a Navy pilot and his family are settling down on beautiful Aquidneck Island, Rhode Island. She wants a house with New England charm and isn't afraid of a fixer-upper, but he thinks new construction would be easier to manage.
A fun-loving couple is relocating to Gulf Shores, Alabama, to escape the traffic around their Atlanta home. They want a home that's as close to the beach as possible with plenty of covered deck space outdoors. With five daughters in their blended family, they need at least three bedrooms and a relaxing space to spend quality time in as a family.
After renting for several years on the Outer Banks, a couple is ready to purchase their first home together in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina. He loves surfing, and she enjoys hiking, and the town offers easy access to both the ocean and nature preserves. They're looking for a home with enough storage space for watersports equipment as well as outdoor space for their pets.
An assistant principal and a teacher are moving from West Hempstead, New York, to the seaside town of Long Beach because they love the tight-knit community and can feel the stress melt away every time they visit. They've been planning this move for years and want to find a home as close to the beach as possible.
A military couple with two large dogs is tired of being crammed into a one bedroom, one bath apartment on Whidbey Island, Washington. They're looking for a house close to the naval base with a large yard for the pups and a sizable garage for him to have a workshop. As newlyweds, they're eager to show off their new island home to visiting family and friends.
Restaurant owners decide it's time to upgrade their current home to one more suitable for their family of five on Mount Desert Island, Maine. They want to find a forever home in town that's move-in ready and close to school for the kids, but also has a private bathroom oasis they don't have to share.
A busy family with three young kids is moving from Katy, Texas, to Fidalgo Island, Washington, in order to to live a more peaceful life. They're eager to spend a lot of time outdoors together and are hoping to find a home near a park or forest.
An active couple is moving from Charleston, SC, to breathtaking Pensacola Beach, FL, where they want to spend all their free time boating and riding jet skis. Their main priorities for their new home are an expansive water view and a boat dock just outside their back door.
A young marketing professional is ready to buy her first place in Long Beach, NY. She grew up visiting the island town with her family, and she's getting help from her mom to find a condo with a pool and gym.
A fun-loving couple from Texas is ready to embrace adventure in Orange Beach, Alabama. She wants a house with space and privacy, but he would prefer a condo so he never has to mow the lawn again. A water view is a top priority for both of them, but his fear of heights may keep his feet planted on a low floor.
An active couple is relocating to Indian Lake, Ohio, to spend more time on their boat with family and friends. They're searching for a move-in ready home with direct water access to the lake, and they also want a large yard for their dog and enough outdoor entertaining space to host big parties.
A young marine engineer from Maryland works months at a time at sea. He hopes to take advantage of the island's abundant outdoor activities, and find a house with easy access to work, space for roommates and a garage for his motorcycles.
A Virginia couple, tired of staying with family while visiting Kill Devil Hills, wants their own piece of paradise. They would like something move-in ready with a fenced yard for their dogs that they can rent for a few years.
2020 · 19 episodes · Last episode: 6 years ago
A military couple looks for a home with a large backyard for their kids and dog in James Island, SC.
A busy couple looks for a new home and a slower pace on Indian Lake, Ohio.
After moving 42 times, a single attorney is ready to put down roots in Long Beach, NY.
A warehouse manager from Virginia is ready to finally make her dreams come true with a move to Mount Desert Island, Maine, where she vacationed with family when she was younger. Now, she's looking for a home close to nearby Bar Harbor with a backyard and enough space so she can host family herself
A family of four has outgrown their small Long Beach, New York, bungalow and is ready to put down roots in their forever home. They're hoping to find a house near town that has a big yard and a home office but doesn't have the price tag of the big city.
2020 · 7 episodes · Last episode: 5 years ago
A high school principal is moving back to Gulf Shores, Alabama, to buy her forever home. She's looking for a laid back vibe, and with the help of her daughter, she hopes to find a cabin-style home with tons of character that's near the water.
Two teachers are ready to leave their cramped New Jersey apartment for a sprawling house with Southern charm on Hilton Head Island, SC. They want to find a home with a golf course view that also has room for visiting family.
After years of moving with the Navy, a family of four is ready to find a forever home on Fidalgo Island, Washington. They need a large home with ample space for their teenage daughters, two active dogs, two cats and albino snake.
A couple is moving from Colorado to Johns Island for a better quality of life. They recently started a cake business together, so they're looking for a single-story ranch home with a large kitchen and a yard that's big enough for their dog.
A family of four is eager to leave the hustle and bustle of Seattle behind for waterfront living on Merritt Island, Florida. The kids are focused on a pool, but their parents want a large yard for the dogs and enough room for everyone to play.
An active couple is leaving the busy Pittsburgh area for the laid-back lifestyle of Key West, Florida. They want a property close to town and the beach, and with two young children, they're looking for at least three bedrooms and lots of yard space.
Newlyweds are ready to set down roots on Aquidneck Island, RI. They love being close to shops and restaurants, but they plan on starting a family soon, so a home with tons of space and a big yard would be ideal.
2022 · 13 episodes · Last episode: 4 years ago
A mother moves closer to her grandchild to Atlantic Beach, North Carolina.
A family looks for a view and ample outdoor space in Camano Island, WA.
Childhood sweethearts move closer to the beach in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
A foodie wants a SC island home that is close to the Charleston food scene.
Newlyweds look for their first home on the beautiful island of St. Simons.
A busy doctor and her husband decide to plant roots on South Padre Island.
A father's grown children help him find his dream home in Ocean City, MD.
Texas natives leave their hometown and relocate to South Padre Island.
A mother and son are eager to settle down on Whidbey Island, Washington.
A couple would like a water view in their new Islesboro Island, ME, home.
A fitness enthusiast couple searches for a home in Orange Beach, Alabama.
A couple wants a Camano Island, WA, home with plenty of outdoor space.
A couple looks for a waterfront home to enjoy on Indian Lake, Ohio.
Island Life has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on October 30, 2022.
The most recent episode of Island Life, Season 21 Episode 13 "Reconnecting In Atlantic Beach", aired on October 30, 2022.
Island Life has 21 seasons with 189 episodes in total.
Island Life first aired on HGTV on January 1, 2015.
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