Lakefront Bargain Hunt: Renovation
Families search for the perfect lakeside fixer upper.
Making Memories on Smith Lake
S3 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
S3 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 Homecoming on Blue Ridge Lake
S3 E6
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
S3 E7
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.
A Family Affair on the Southern Tier
S3 E8
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to fulfill a lifelong dream of purchasing a home near their families in New York's Southern Tier; they hope to find an outdated cottage they can renovate into a cozy escape where their young family can enjoy lake life.
Love at First Visit on Lake Tillery
S3 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.
Agents Become Buyers on Smith Mountain Lake
S3 E10
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.
Exciting Expansion on Oneida Lake
S3 E11
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
S3 E12
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
S3 E13
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.
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.
Deep Creek Dreaming
S2 E5
Two couples team up to buy their dream vacation house on Deep Creek Lake, Md.; their agreed upon must-haves include water views and space for nine people but finding a property that both couples agree on may be a challenge.
Making Memories on Lake Martin
S2 E7
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
S2 E8
Two brothers and their wives look for the perfect vacation home in Door County, Wisconsin, for their extended family of 30.
Alabama Build
S2 E9
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
S2 E10
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
S2 E13
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.
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.
Getting Down in Deep Creek, Maryland
S1 E5
A family of six looks for a vacation home on Deep Creek Lake, Md., but the lakefront property of their dreams needs some major renovations.
Modern Farmhouse Fix-Up
S1 E7
In Texas, Dan and Emily find a waterfront home on Cedar Creek Lake that has tons of potential but needs a lot of work.
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.
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.