Ep 5. Crashin' at Crystal Beach

In this episode of Beachfront Bargain Hunt, a couple, Cayce and Troy, are interested in buying a vacation home in Crystal Beach, Texas. They are joined by their real estate agent, Darrell, as they explore the area and look for properties.

The episode opens with Cayce and Troy excitedly discussing their desire to own a beach house. They currently live in Dallas and are hoping to find a property somewhere along the Gulf Coast that they can escape to on the weekends. Cayce is particularly drawn to the idea of owning a home that has a front porch where she can relax and enjoy the sea breeze.

Their real estate agent, Darrell, meets them at a beach house that they are interested in viewing. The house is a small, yellow beach cottage with a wrap-around porch that offers a view of the Gulf of Mexico. While the house is cute, it is clear that it will need some work. Cayce and Troy are disappointed that the house is so small, but Darrell suggests that this could be an advantage since they will have less maintenance to worry about.

The next property that they see is a blue beachfront house that is larger than the yellow house, but also more expensive. Darrell gives them a tour of the inside, which includes a large living room and kitchen. The bedrooms are smaller, but Cayce and Troy think this could work since they will mainly be using the house for weekend getaways.

The couple is torn between the two properties and decides to weigh the pros and cons of each. They discuss the amount of work that the yellow house will need, but also recognize that it has a great location and a charming, laid-back vibe. The blue house has a better layout and is move-in ready, but it is more expensive than they had hoped.

As they continue their search, they come across a beach house that is in their price range and has a lot of potential. The house has a large front porch that wraps around the entire home, offering a breathtaking view of the ocean. Inside, the layout is open and spacious, with a large living room and kitchen. The bedrooms are also ample in size. The only issue is that the house is in need of some major repairs, including a new roof and foundation work.

Cayce and Troy are excited about the possibilities that this house presents, but are also leery of the amount of work that it will require. They discuss the cost of repairs and weigh it against the price of the house itself. After much deliberation, they decide that the potential of the house and its location near the beach make it worth the investment.

The rest of the episode chronicles the process of purchasing and renovating the house. Cayce and Troy work with an architect to design a new layout and create a plan for the renovations. They talk about finding a contractor and managing the construction from afar, as they will not be living in the area full-time.

In the end, Cayce and Troy are thrilled with their decision to purchase the beach house. They talk about their plans to use it as a getaway spot for themselves and their friends and family, noting that it will be a great place to make memories. They express their excitement about the renovation process and look forward to having a beautiful beach home to call their own.