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.

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.

Wanting to show their children all the coast has to offer, Ernie and Amy search for their dream home in Florence, Oregon. Along with their four children, they search for the perfect seaside spot -- a place where they can wake each day to the sights and sounds of the ocean breeze.