Beach Hunters

A Louisiana couple looks for a beach house on the sands of Gulf Shores, AL. They've always been in love with the beach and are looking forward to spending their weekends on the coast. While they hope to find the perfect home in this dream location, will their budget afford them enough choices to find the right fit?

Long Island schoolteachers Brian and Amy both grew up dreaming of living on the water in a small town. Now that they have started a family, they want that life for their two daughters. Their jobs, family, and friends make Long Island's fabled South Shore the perfect location to make their vision a reality, but low inventory and high prices mean their realtor, Joe Savio, has his work cut out for him.

A Boston couple searches for a beach house in Narragansett, R.I., hoping to share memories with their children and spend more time with their extended family.

After many years of renting various vacation houses in Perdido Key, Florida, a Georgia couple can finally afford their dream home in this relaxing haven on the Gulf of Mexico. With their kids grown and out of the house, these two are prepared to spend a lot to get a house that is directly on the water and large enough to accommodate their constantly growing family.

A Massachusetts couple wants their two teenage daughters to experience coastal living so they've decided move to New England's coastal region, specifically the Seabrook, NH, area. They have their hearts set on finding a soft, sandy beach right in their backyard with a great outdoor space for entertaining.

A family of four is trading the snowy mountains of Colorado for the sunny shorelines of Cocoa Beach, Florida. They want to find the perfect beach home where they can park their boat in the backyard. Can they find a move-in-ready, waterfront house with outdoor living space all while staying within their $650,000 budget?

Active and outdoorsy newlyweds look to buy their first home together in the sleepy surf town of Melbourne Beach, Florida. They are hoping to find an open-concept home right on the beach with a big kitchen and stunning ocean views all within their $950,000 budget.

A mother teams up with her daughter to find a perfect beach home. Hoping to live closer to her daughters after retirement, mom is concentrating on the beach towns of southeastern North Carolina. Beach properties are still affordable in coastal Brunswick County, but with her modest budget, she'll have to get creative to find a home that suits her. Will she be able to find the perfect home on the water?

A family of four wants to add water and sand to their Texas life by trading in their busy schedules for a beach house on the coastal islands of Galveston. With the help of a local agent, they hope to find their dream oceanfront oasis that's close to town and within their $600,000 budget.

A couple that loves the outdoors relocates from the suburbs of Chicago to a beach home on the Emerald Coast of Florida. They hope to find a home within their $1.25 million budget that has good rental potential and is large enough to accommodate all six of their children when they vacation together.

Newlyweds are on a mission to relocate from cold and snowy Chicago to sunny and sandy Florida. The young couple fell in love with the small-town beach vibe of Gulf Breeze, FL, and is hoping to find their dream home on the water there. Her wish list includes a soaking tub and plenty of entertainment space while he's looking for a backyard paradise with space for a boat. It will be a difficult task but will they find the beach home of their dreams and stay within budget?

A Washington native going through a transition in his life is looking for a fresh start. With the help of his best friend, he chooses the sleepy coastal town of Bellingham, Washington, to set down roots and start anew. The friends and a realtor scour Bellingham for Brent's dream beach home which could be difficult to find in this sought-after market.e

A Massachusetts couple have hectic day jobs. They want to relocate to the sleepy coastal town of Plymouth, the site of the first Pilgrim settlement.

A Portland, Oregon, couple want quality family time with their two young children. They find it in the quaint Cape Cod-like town of Gearhart, Oregon.

An Arizona couple fell in love with Brookings, Oregon, the first time they visited. They hope to buy their dream family beach home there.

A newlywed Atlanta couple is ready to leave the bustling big city behind and purchase their first home together on Topsail Island, North Carolina.

A couple currently living inland hope to give their children the experience of growing up on Destin's sunny shores; she wants a large yard and at least four bedrooms, while he wants a dock with a boat lift.

A couple comb the beaches of Oahu hoping to find their own piece of Hawaiian paradise; she looks for a private property with plenty of space to grow their family, but he hopes the home has ocean views and a patio for hosting barbecues.

A Wisconsin family searches for the perfect beachfront home on the shores of Lake Michigan; she wants a move-in ready retreat with an open concept, and he hopes for at least three bedrooms and plenty of privacy

A Midwestern couple gets excited to trade in cold Minnesota winters for endless summer fun in the Florida Keys; she wants a modern home with a pool, but he looks for a home with plenty of room for their kids.

A Destin, Fla. couple is ready to start a new chapter of life on the beach after working and saving for years; he wants views of the beach and at least four bedrooms, while she has always dreamed of a home with a pool.

Sisters Maddie and Eloise are in Broadkill Beach, Del. searching for a destination beach home their whole family can enjoy.

With their four children in college or on the way, a couple gets ready to downsize and relocate to a shoreline home overlooking Lake Michigan.

A father and two daughters search Poulsbo, Wash., for a forever home on the beach of Liberty Bay.

A Boston-based realtor leaves the hustle and bustle of Beantown to find the perfect beach home with plenty of space for entertaining on Massachusetts' South Shore.

A couple leaves landlocked Montana hoping to find a home along the beaches of Ferndale, Wash.; she wants panoramic views of the ocean, but he looks for a move-in-ready home with plenty of entertaining space outdoors.

A couple searches for the perfect beach home on Camano Island, Wash., for an active family of four; he wants a low-maintenance home with a short commute from Seattle, while she wants a private getaway with views of Puget Sound.

After living inland in a small house, a family of seven searches the beaches of Navarre, Fla., for the perfect seaside home; she wants a nice private lot with a playroom for the kids, but he wants a dock and a location near work.

A globetrotting British couple search the sunny shores of Gulf Breeze, Fla., for their dream beach home; she wants a house with lots of trees and a large gathering space for guests, while he wants a fixer-upper to make their own.

With their sons heading off to college, a pair of empty nesters search the sugar sand beaches of Fairhope, Ala., for a Gulf Coast getaway; she wants a living room and kitchen with an open floor plan, but he looks for a home with a dock.

A couple gets ready to leave the busy city of Oahu and find their own piece of paradise on the black sand shores of the Big Island, Hawaii; he wants a large lanai for hosting parties and she's looking for a secluded location with direct ocean access.

A couple is on the hunt for a piece of paradise for them and their kids on Florida's Anna Maria Island; she wants a turn-key home with a pool where she can kick off her sandals and relax; he's looking for a house with a fishing pier.

Empty nesters hunt for an oceanfront forever home on the shores of Fripp Island, S.C.; she wants a two-story home with a beautiful view and plenty of outdoor space for entertaining; he wants a home near the links with a decked-out kitchen.

A couple gets ready to start the next chapter of their lives on the rocky shores of Poulsbo, Wash.; she wants a home with Pacific views and easy water access; he has his heart set on finding a turnkey house with a gourmet kitchen.

Busy professionals Sashin and Sejal hunt for the perfect beach getaway in Carolina Beach, N.C., where they can soak up the sun and relax.

A busy couple with two young kids wants to find a relaxing beachfront home on the peninsula of Hampton Roads, Va.; they hope to find a home with a private dock and updated kitchen, but competition in this beachfront hot spot is fierce.

A busy couple with full-time careers and a 12-year-old daughter look for a forever home in Palm Coast, Fla., where they can start their vacation as soon as they come through the door; she wants a view; he wants a quiet neighborhood.

A couple from Seattle wants to live closer to the water and decides to look for a home on Washington's Camano Island; she looks for a place with a west-facing view; he hopes for a fire pit where they can gather for beach-side bonfires.

A Texas family searches for a waterfront home on Washington State's Whidbey Island; his grandmother used to live there so he wants to share his childhood memories in a retreat with a low-maintenance yard; she wants a turnkey home right on the water.

A family seeks a legacy beach home on the shores of Oak Island, N.C.; Dad wants an outdoor space for summer barbecues, mom desires a big kitchen the whole family can cook in and the kids have decreed the house must have a pool.

Engaged Seattle transplants are ready to trade the fast pace and rainy weather for the sunny, relaxed beaches of the Chesapeake Bay; Sam's an avid baker so a well-equipped kitchen is a must; Ryan wants an office with big windows.

Pat and Kathleen are empty nesters searching Rhode Island's Narragansett Bay for a beachfront home; Pat wants stunning views and a low-maintenance yard; Kathleen wants a home close to activities with privacy for guests.

A couple visits North Carolina's Topsail Island to find an extra-large beach retreat for their family of six; she wants to live close to activities, while he wants a home with plenty of entertaining space and a covered outdoor deck.

A couple hunts for a beachfront family home on Lake Michigan in the small town of Suttons Bay; he wants a move-in-ready home with gorgeous views; she wants a home office and direct access to a kid-friendly beach.

Carol and David are living in Grosse Pointe, MI and are on the hunt for a vacation house on the western shores of Lake Huron where they can focus on being a family with their three active kids. They both grew up in the harbor village of Lexington, MI and are hoping to find a beach retreat right on the shoreline that's not too far from family. With help from David's brother, they may just find what they are looking for.

Rob and Elise never imagined they'd be searching for a beach house together on Washington's Whidbey Island when they first met, but their love of island life and unique situation made it a perfect match. He prefers no distinction between beach and backyard while she pushes for a contemporary retreat as this couple searches for the beach house of their dreams.

An outdoorsy couple searches for a beach home on Whidbey Island in Washington for their growing family; they are looking for easy beach access and a safe backyard for their young kids, along with rental potential.

A family is excited to spend more time together with a new home on the water in the Merrick area of Long Island, N.Y.

A couple with four young children wants a historic waterfront home in Rhode Island that their family can grow into; their challenge lies in finding the perfect backyard with plenty of space and easy water access.

A couple looks for a bigger vacation home they can share with their family in Long Beach Township, N.J.; she wants a house with gorgeous water views while he wants somewhere to fish near his new beach house.

Ernie and Amy are looking for their dream vacation home in Florence, Ore.; along with their four children and help from a family friend, they are searching for that perfect seaside spot to wake up to the sights and sounds of the ocean breeze.

An Atlanta couple heads to Belize for a laid-back lifestyle in paradise. Both agree the house needs easy beach access and plenty of room for their family to visit, but finding the perfect place in a limited market proves to be a challenge.

Busy professionals from California hunt for a beach house in his hometown in Massachusetts; he wants outdoor living while she's intent on a place big enough for her parents; both agree the house needs to be renovation-free.

A couple relocates to the northern Jersey Shore; they're hoping to find an updated house with waterfront access that's perfect for summer get-togethers, but an unexpected option leaves them deciding between new features and old charm.

A couple looks for a beach house where they can escape with their daughters; hoping for the ideal mix of beachside relaxation and off-beach amusements, the couple lands in Nags Head, N.C., looking for the perfect place.

Busy parents with two young daughters have their sights set on moving across the U.S. to Rhode Island; she is wanting the family to live the beach life to the fullest and have immediate enjoyment, while he wants a move-in ready, private home.

First-time parents are deciding to buy a beach home on Florida's Gulf Coast; stunning waters and a private neighborhood are easily agreed upon, but she wants move-in ready, while he's concerned about the mounting commute times.

A woman from landlocked Nebraska searches the coastline of Connecticut for a home with hassle-free beach access and cozy entertainment space.

A North Carolina couple searches for a beautiful waterfront vacation home on Oak Island. He’s looking for a spot that can accommodate his woodworking projects while she wants a getaway to hunt for seashells on the beach while having plenty of room for guests. Finding the perfect home on Oak Island might be tricky, but their agent is confident he can find the perfect small beachfront cottage.

After a lifetime of moving, this family of three wants a home with a sandy beach and endless water views. They'd like to downsize their current house, while expanding their private outdoor space with wide open views of the mountains and the Seattle skyline.

A couple looks for a relaxing retreat along the beaches of Galveston, TX.

An Ohio couple wants a laid-back lifestyle in Miramar Beach, Florida.

A family of three looks for a property on Washington State's Whidbey Island; their ideal home will have easy beach access for outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking and clamming.

Having spent their lives dreaming about owning a beach house, a Connecticut couple is finally ready; they want big windows, a relaxing deck, and plenty of room to entertain their family.

A couple who has lived in Florida for decades is excited to start the next chapter of their lives in a new home. She is looking for a place with unobstructed sunset views from the deck while he is anxious to fulfill a longstanding goal of waterfront living. They both want a newer house with modern amenities located in the Palm Harbor area.

A couple searches for their perfect beach home in Pine Knoll Shores, North Carolina. He wants a place that reminds him of growing up in Hawaii, and the two of them are eager to find a place where they can step out their back door, bury their toes in the sand and have plenty of room for their children and grandchildren.

A Texas couple is ready to live out their beachfront dreams and return to the unique landscape of the Pacific Northwest. They are hoping to find a peaceful home filled with natural light that will calm them after busy work days. Finding the perfect place will be challenging, but their agent is determined to find their forever home on the beach.

A couple decides to purchase a beach home and sets their sights on sunny Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. They are regular visitors to the popular town but tired of paying for hotels so finding a place all their own is a logical choice. Their main criteria is maximum beach enjoyment right in their own backyard.

Busy doctors search for a relaxing getaway home for their family of four in Folly Beach, S.C.; he is looking for a place on the beach where he can go surfing, while she wants an ocean view and enough room to entertain family.

An Ohio couple has been vacationing on North Carolina beaches for many years; in order to stay away from tourists, they have decided to buy their own piece of paradise in the little beach town of Topsail Beach, N.C.

A family searches for a getaway home on Washington's Camano Island. After getting a taste of beach life, they want a relaxing place on the beach all their own. They are looking for a property that offers some seclusion but still allows them to enjoy the small, friendly community.

A Pensacola, Florida, couple looks to upgrade to a waterfront house with plenty of room to entertain family and friends. They love the beaches of Gulf Breeze and are searching for a spacious house with a pool and a dock for a boat.

A family decides it's time to find their own piece of paradise in Gulf Shores, Alabama. They're looking for a home large enough for their three kids, space for entertaining and plenty of bedrooms for visiting family and friends.

A couple searches for a waterfront home on Kitsap Peninsula in Washington. He wants to crab in his own backyard while she enjoys sunset views over the Pacific, but finding a home with water access in their price range will be a challenge.

A family searches for their own private beach oasis in Fernandina Beach, Florida. She's looking for an updated, move-in-ready home while he enjoys projects and wouldn't mind an older home with character.

A couple looks for a beach home in Long Island Sound in Connecticut.

A couple looks for a home on the coast of Washington along the Puget Sound.

A single woman looks to make Hampton, Virginia, her permanent home.

A family searches for a spacious, waterfront home in Boston.

A family looks for a home on the beach in Gulf Breeze, Florida.

A North Carolina couple searches for the perfect beachfront home.

A couple searches for a vacation home on Topsail Island, North Carolina.

A family leaves California to live on the beach in Cape Canaveral, Florida.

A couple searches for a waterfront property on Long Island, New York.

A couple looks to buy a vacation home on the Central Oregon Coast.

A couple with a growing family looks for a move-in ready house on Cape Cod.

A water-loving couple hopes to live near an uncrowded beach in Norfolk, VA.

Between work and three active boys, a young family desperately seeks a refuge from the chaos in Holden Beach, N.C.; they must find a home with an open concept interior that also has space for outdoor entertaining.

Eager to take a break from cold winters, a busy New Jersey couple heads to Key West, Fla., in search of a warm waterfront home; they want a private, spacious property but love the vibrant bohemian culture the city has to offer.

A couple wishing to spend more time with their daughters decides a vacation home in Ormond Beach, Fla., is the perfect place for family gatherings; they look for a spacious but secluded feel along one of the most popular coastlines in the state.

Two empty-nesters search the Oregon Coast for a dream home the whole family will want to visit; they need a spacious, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings as well as easy beach access, all while staying under a strict budget.

Two empty nesters begin searching for a forever home along the Gulf Coast near Mobile Bay, Alabama. A dock is a must-have for these boating enthusiasts along with a tinkering workshop and plenty of room for their family to visit.

Two sisters-in-law are on the search for a shared vacation house in Westbrook, Connecticut, that can accommodate their combined families of nine. They need to find a beachfront home with sufficient space indoors for entertaining and outdoors for playing.

A picky contractor and his family search for a Floridian beach house.

A couple chooses between solitude or a tradition on the Crystal Coastline..

Two boaters in Long Island, NY, look for a waterfront home with a dock.

A busy family makes their RI vacation destination a permanent home.

A young Los Angeles family is looking for a laid-back home in the Olympic Peninsula of Washington with playing space for the children and a mother-in-law suite. Their dream location is close to town, but they also want easy access to outdoor activities

A couple is hunting for a waterfront getaway of their own in Topsail Beach, North Carolina. They dream of waking up to panoramic ocean views while also having ample living space and a fireplace to gather around when entertaining their large family.

With her daughter’s help, a beach lover is searching Puget Sound, Washington, for a smaller home with an open concept.

An engaged couple moving to Warwick, Rhode Island, is looking for a forever home on the beach and want a place on the water to enjoy their favorite activities with their two labradors.