Lakefront Bargain Hunt: Renovation
Families search for the perfect lakeside fixer upper.
A Flip for the Family on Lake Guntersville, Alabama
S5 E1
After years of hard work, a real estate agent uses the fruits of her labor to purchase an investment property that can be flipped for dual purposes; a new home for her daughter that will one day transition into an excellent rental property.
Lakefront Luxe on a Budget in Wabash Valley, Illinois
S5 E2
The Wabash River winds its way through Indiana and Illinois and this family is looking for the perfect lakeside fixer-upper in the southwestern part of the valley; but the pitfalls of renovation may push their project over budget.
A Renovation for Future Generations on Skiatook Lake
S5 E3
A married couple is on the hunt for a property on Oklahoma's Skiatook Lake, with plans to transform it into the ultimate lakeside retreat; a place to create lasting memories and eventually pass down to future generations of their family.
A Lakefront Okoboji Overhaul in Iowa
S5 E5
An Iowa couple searches for lakefront property with potential that they can transform into the perfect picturesque getaway for them and their large family.
10,000 Lakes, One Perfect Lake House
S5 E6
Minnesota is known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes and there's no better place to find the perfect house on the perfect lake; with lakefront prices at an all-time high, this couple will need to create their dream retreat with some hands-on renovations.
A Lakefront Fixer Upper Near Family
S5 E7
Wanting to be closer to the family, first-time homebuyers look for a place that won't break their budget and that's close to their favorite lakes; with houses selling for over a million dollars, they need a diamond in the rough to fix.
Making Memories on Smith Lake
S4 E2
A Nashville couple wants a waterfront retreat on Alabama's Smith Lake to escape their hectic lives; they may have to take on major renovations to create space where they can make memories with their kids and entertain friends and family.
By the Sea in Port Orchard
S4 E3
A Washington couple searches the region's lakes for a waterfront retreat close to the Pacific Ocean in Port Orchard; They hope to renovate a cozy cabin into a dreamy escape for their young family.
A Family Affair on the Southern Tier
S4 E6
A New Jersey couple seeks to fulfill a lifelong dream of purchasing a home near their families in New York's Southern Tier; they hope to find an outdated cottage they can renovate into a cozy escape where their young family can enjoy lake life.
A Homecoming on Blue Ridge Lake
S4 E7
When an expat returns to her Georgia hometown to find a lakeside retreat for her and her three young sons, a longtime friend joins her to help find the right property and spearhead the renovations needed to transform it into her perfect cabin.
Enjoying the Seasons in Adirondack Park
S4 E8
A married Brooklyn couple searches for a vacation home in the Adirondack Park region of upstate New York; they love the multi-seasonal appeal of the area, but many of the properties within their budget need significant renovations.
Love at First Visit on Lake Tillery
S4 E9
After one trip to Lake Tillery, North Carolina, a couple decides to buy a lakefront vacation home there as an easy escape from their busy city lifestyle; they hope to put their own touch on a home where they can entertain family and friends.
Exciting Expansion on Oneida Lake
S4 E10
An Upstate New York couple dreams of purchasing a home along the shores of Oneida Lake; however, finding an affordable property that overlooks the water and has plenty of space for their family may require some sweat equity and an ambitious plan.
All Hands on Deck on Cedar Creek Lake
S4 E11
A Dallas family wants to escape the city's summer heat by transforming a lake house into the perfect waterfront retreat in Cedar Creek Lake, TX. They also add a few personal touches so their four-legged family members can feel right at home.
Off the Chain Reno
S4 E12
A family who loves the outdoors hopes to find a house along the Chain of Lakes; this former orange grove has become a vacation hot spot, so it might be tough to find a place with a price tag that leaves enough leftover to make it their own.
Agents Become Buyers on Smith Mountain Lake
S4 E13
The tables are turned when two real estate agents decide to buy and renovate their own spot on the water after years selling lakefront properties.
Making Memories on Lake Martin
S3 E1
A blended family of eight finds a vacation home on Lake Martin, Ala.; the property needs major renovations, but he's a contractor and is ready get to work to help the family realize their lakeside living dreams.
A Family Renovation
S3 E2
Two brothers and their wives look for the perfect vacation home in Door County, Wisconsin, for their extended family of 30.
Alabama Build
S3 E3
A family looks for a vacation home on Logan Martin Lake, Alabama, in hopes of getaways filled with fishing, kayaking and relaxation.
Otter Tail Transformation
S3 E4
A family with three young kids finds its forever lake home in Otter Tail County, Minn.; however, it is far from turnkey and the massive and complex renovation may derail the lakeside living dreams.
Makeover in Missouri
S3 E6
Empty nesters find a home on Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, and leave snowy Indiana behind. He's a contractor and offers hands-on help during the renovation, but a major discovery during demolition disrupts the couple's plans.
Fix Up on Deep Creek
S2 E1
A couple head back to their favorite spot from their college days to search for a vacation home near Deep Creek Lake, Md.; they're searching for a fixer upper they can customize and easy lake access.
Next Up: Niagara
S2 E2
Jodi and Dave are used to spending their vacations traveling in their RV with their three children, but are now looking for a getaway close to their home in Buffalo, N.Y.; they find a property along Lake Ontario in Niagara County, but it needs work.
Wolf Lake Escape
S2 E3
New parents look to escape their busy New York City lives with a move to Wolf Lake, a small, rustic lake community in upstate New York; the properties they consider require significant renovations and may break the bank.
Lone Star State Update
S1 E1
After spending years living all over the world, Teresa and Jeremy find the perfect vacation home for their family in Texas.
A Big Wow on Alabama's Lake Wedowee
S1 E2
After spending years renting on Lake Wedowee in Alabama, Chris and Jenny are ready to purchase a vacation home for their family.
Georgia Reno on Their Minds
S1 E3
Outdoor enthusiasts John and Heather are looking for a vacation retreat for their family on Lake Oconee in Ga., and they find a fixer-upper in an ideal setting.
Second Generation Renovation
S1 E6
Two friends and their daughters fix up a lake house in Georgia.
Northeast Texas Turnaround
S1 E8
A Minnesota couple searches for a vacation home in Texas that reminds them of their home state, and their agent finds a lakefront property that needs quite a few repairs.
Lakeside Lounging on Lake Gaston
S1 E9
Amber and Jon are looking for a getaway near their home in Raleigh, N.C., and Lake Gaston fits the bill.
Alabama Lakefront Overhaul
S1 E13
A couple with renovation know-how is looking for a fixer upper lake house near Weiss Lake in Alabama, and find a place with hidden problems in the walls and under the floor.