A Texas couple that met on Lake Sam Rayburn as teenagers have always dreamed of owning a vacation home there; with their youngest daughter in tow, they search for the perfect family meeting spot on the water.

A family of avid fishermen want to buy a lakefront home Keuka Lake, N.Y. so they can spend less time driving and more time casting their lines.

A couple hunt for a vacation home on Apple Valley Lake to enjoy with their two boys and extended family; they hope to find a steal that gets them big lake views, but they can't decide between a turn-key property for her or a fixer-upper for him.

After discovering the joys of lake life, an Alabama couple are ready to find their dream home on the shores of Lake Martin.

A couple looks for an affordable retreat along the shores of Lake Hartwell, SC, that they can enjoy with their daughter. The property must come at the right price and have deep water access where they can dock their boat.

A couple with seven kids searches for a home on the Clermont Chain of Lakes in Florida; while she's concerned about finding a place with enough space, he's willing to do anything to get on the water.

Heather and Sean are busy raising four kids on top of their demanding jobs. They can't wait to buy a lake house getaway on Deep Creek Lake in Maryland to escape their hectic lives at home. Heather wants to find the perfect place for the family to relax and dock their boat, but Sean is more concerned about finding the right price.

A couple reconnects with the real estate agent that brought them together in hopes of finding the perfect lakeside getaway on Portage Lake, Maine.

High school sweethearts Jack and Laura spent their first date fishing on Lake Bruin, Louisiana. Fifteen years and countless vacations later, there's no doubt that Lake Bruin is their favorite place. After staying with friends and family all those years, this couple is finally ready to find their own place on the lake where it all began.

A large extended family decides to pool its money to buy a vacation house in the Holiday Lakes region of Ohio; they'll have to find not only an affordable property, but also one that checks all the boxes on everyone's list.

A Utah couple that attended college in North Carolina and has dreamed of moving back packs up their family and heads to Lake Norman; the challenge, however, is finding a house in their price range that's big enough to accommodate everyone.

Two siblings look for a waterfront vacation home on Long Lake, Wis., so they can give their kids the same great memories they had growing up.

A family that frequents the Brainerd Lakes area of Minnesota has a dream of owning a cabin in this location; now that the kids are about to head off to college, they feel like it is time to take the leap and purchase their waterfront dream home.

A single mom who worked multiple jobs now has enough money to buy the lake house she's dreamed of on Lake Kampeska, S.D.; she hopes to find a home with space for her and her kids where they can spend quality time together.

A pair of newlyweds searches southeast Michigan for a lakeside retreat where they can plant roots and start a family.

A couple relocates to Tennessee for his job and decides to live out their dreams of owning a lake home along the welcoming shores of Cherokee Lake.

A couple has been visiting friends on Sweetwater Lake, Ind., with their two daughters for years; now that the girls are older, the family is ready to purchase a vacation home of their own to enjoy all the lake has to offer.

A Texas couple with two kids loves getting out on the water and are ready to find a place to dock their boat; they both grew up around lakes and want to find a vacation home on Lake Martin, Ala., where their kids can share those same memories.

After visiting the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri, a family that fell in love with the area hopes to find a vacation retreat along its winding shores.

A couple with two young kids are in the process of growing their family through adoption; they both grew up near Mississippi's Barnett Reservoir and want to find a home with more space while fulfilling their lifelong dream of living on the water.

A couple with two daughters currently lives in Lansing, N.Y.; they want to remain in the Cayuga Lake region, but they're looking for a more spacious home closer to the lake's lapping shores.

Purchasing a beachfront property doesn't always mean buyers have to break the bank. This series documents the journeys of families who are dreaming of living in a sandy locale with palm trees and warm ocean breezes, but those dreams are accompanied by a firm budget. And by budget we mean substantially short of a million dollars. The house hunters tour three to four waterfront properties -- each with surprisingly affordable price tags -- before choosing the one that turns the beach lifestyle dreams into reality.

A relaxing getaway with an oceanfront view is only a renovation away for families featured in this series. They are searching for a home away from home that has beach access and is affordable. Each episode follows the progress toward purchasing a fixer upper, which the family then transforms into its very own sun-drenched oasis. While some of the properties require full guts, including to the kitchens, bathrooms and master suites, others are made whole with relatively simple cosmetic changes and additions to outdoor spaces.

House-hunting programs on TV cover all of the options, from buyers honing in on fixer-uppers and off-the-grid options to castles and container homes. On "Mountain Life," the spotlight is on people who are searching for their oasis in the clouds. In each episode, a family in need of a break heads for the hills -- uh, mountains -- to tour multiple properties in remote locations, from the wooded peaks of the East Coast's Blue Ridge to Hawaii's tropical Mauna Loa. With the help of a real estate agent, the hope is to find the perfect retreat without breaking the bank.

Mexico is much more than a tourist destination. Its warm Caribbean waters, sandy beaches, vibrant nightlife and sizzling culinary scene, among other benefits, attracts expatriates worldwide. "Mexico Life" takes a page out of HGTV's long-running "House Hunters" to feature people who want a secluded piece of south-of-the-border paradise to call their own. From condos in Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Aventuras to bigger residences in the coastal towns of Tulum or Akumal, homebuyers and local real estate professionals work together to find perfect Mexican properties.

There's a trend in U.S. housing, albeit a very small one. Drawn to the prospect of financial freedom, a simpler lifestyle, and limiting one's environmental footprint, more buyers are opting to downsize -- in some cases, to spaces no larger than 600 square feet. Where are these homes, and how do buyers find them? In this series realtors help people find perfect compact kingdoms -- from full-time residences to seasonal getaways. Shoppers in each episode get to see three styles before they decide which is their best fit.

Some details simply can't be found in cookie-cutter new homes. "Hunting Vintage" celebrates people who are in love with all things old-world and want a home that reflects their affinity for the past. From century-old Victorians and charming Craftsmans to timeless Brownstones and historic Four Squares, each episode of this "House Hunters" spinoff features couples touring three properties in various neighborhoods across the U.S. before picking the home with the heritage they seek.

Who wouldn't want a Hawaii life? Home buyers featured in this series are part of an endless stream of clients who rely on Hawaii Life Real Estate to make their island living dreams come true. Episodes follow agents at the firm -- many of whom made the leap to a life in the Aloha State and want to see others enjoy it, too -- as they take clients on tours of properties ranging from $50,000 plots of land to dream homes worth in excess of $50 million.

HGTV's series "Caribbean Life" follows families as they pack up and head to the Caribbean. In each episode, a couple search for an affordable slice of heaven as they tour homes on white, sandy beaches. The real estate advisers chosen to help must find locations for growing families, couples just starting out, and families looking for a fresh start, while sticking to their respective budgets. Leaving their lives in the states behind, these couples and families hope to start over in paradise, but for a price each can afford.

Fixer-uppers in foreign countries are on the wish lists of house hunters in this addition to HGTV's long-running franchise. In each episode, the featured home buyers tour three for-sale homes and choose the one that is the perfect fixer-upper. The added bonus? Cameras also capture what happens after the home is purchased and the renovation project begins. The progress is charted as the new homeowners turn their property into home sweet home, then they finally reveal their new space.

One of the world's harshest and most diverse terrains, the state is a land of endless treasure and mystique. HGTV's series "Living Alaska" follows couples on their search for a new home in "the last frontier." From Juneau to Anchorage or the Kodiak Islands to Halibut Cove, a team of real estate agents help these families escape to homes that are off the beaten path. But they must have what it takes to be an Alaskan. After touring the selected homes, they must decide if that life is right for them.