Ep 12. Roatan Retreat, Honduras

Samantha and Ryan have been visiting the Caribbean island of Roatan for years and have finally decided to make it their permanent home. They want to purchase a fixer-upper so they can put their own personal touches on it, but finding a property that fits all their wants and needs proves to be difficult.

The couple is looking for a house with ample outdoor space and a pool, but also want something that is wheelchair accessible for Samantha's father. They enlist the help of local real estate agent, Michael, who shows them three potential properties.

The first property is a spacious, ocean-facing house with a large backyard and pool. However, it is not wheelchair accessible and would need significant renovations to make it so. The second property is a smaller, more affordable option with a stunning ocean view. It has potential to be made wheelchair accessible, but would require some creative renovations to accommodate Samantha's father.

The third property is a bit of a wild card - it is a large, unfinished house with a lot of potential. Samantha and Ryan see that by finishing the work that has already been started, they could make the house exactly what they are looking for. And, even better, the house is already wheelchair accessible.

After much consideration, the couple decides to take on the challenge of the third property and turn it into their dream home. They work closely with local contractor, Laz, to ensure that the renovations are done to their liking. With Samantha's father in mind, they install an elevator, widen doorways, and make other modifications to make the home fully accessible. They also add a large pool and outdoor entertainment area, transforming the once neglected backyard into a tropical oasis.

Throughout the renovation process, Samantha and Ryan face a number of challenges, including the difficulty of finding materials on the small island and dealing with inconsistent delivery schedules. They also have to make some tough design decisions, including whether to keep the original, unfinished style of the house or modernize it with sleek finishes.

In the end, the couple is thrilled with their newly renovated home. It has all of the outdoor space and accessibility they were looking for, and they were able to put their own personal touches on it. They feel like they have truly found their own slice of paradise on this beautiful Caribbean island.