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.

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.

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.

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

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 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 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.

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

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.

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

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.

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 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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 busy family makes their RI vacation destination a permanent home.

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

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 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.

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

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?

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.

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.