A couple that led busy lives after founding a software company is looking for a relaxing retreat along the beaches of Galveston, Texas, where they can unwind now that their kids are grown. He hopes to find a property close to the city, but she wants to find something further out of town that offers more peace and quiet.

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 is making their dream come true by buying a beach home in Norfolk, Virginia. She grew up in Florida, and he immigrated from Vietnam as a child and spent time at his family's lake house. They both enjoy the fun and lively atmosphere of Norfolk but are hoping to find a home in a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood near an uncrowded beach with few tourists.