House Hunters International Season 117 Episode 13 From the Beach to Barcelona
- TV-G
- April 20, 2018
- 21 min
In season 117, episode 13 of House Hunters International, viewers are taken on a journey to the bustling city of Barcelona. Titled "From the Beach to Barcelona," the episode follows a couple who is looking to leave their quaint beach house behind for a more urban lifestyle in the heart of the city.
The couple, Sarah and John, have been living in their cozy beach house for the past five years. However, they both feel that it's time for a change. They want to be closer to the city's vibrant culture, museums, restaurants, and nightlife. They are also both artists and feel that living in the heart of Barcelona would be a great source of inspiration for their work.
The episode begins with the couple meeting with a real estate agent who takes them to view a penthouse in the city's Gothic Quarter. The couple is immediately impressed by the apartment's stunning views of the city and its historic architecture. However, they feel that the apartment is too small for their needs.
Next, they head to the El Born neighborhood to check out a larger apartment in a renovated historic building. The apartment is spacious and boasts high ceilings and original features such as exposed brick walls and wooden beams. Sarah and John are enamored with the apartment's unique character and potential, but the price tag is outside of their budget.
Their real estate agent then shows them a modern apartment in the trendy Poblenou neighborhood. The apartment is sleek and contemporary, with plenty of natural light and open living areas. While Sarah and John like the apartment's style and amenities, they feel that it lacks the character and charm that they were hoping for.
Throughout the episode, Sarah and John struggle to find a home that fits their budget and their artistic sensibilities. They are torn between wanting to be in the heart of the city and needing enough space to accommodate their artwork and creative endeavors. Towards the end of the episode, they finally find a spacious and artistic apartment in the Raval neighborhood. The apartment has plenty of room for their work, a cozy living area, and an unbeatable location just steps away from Barcelona's best museums and cultural attractions.
House Hunters International's "From the Beach to Barcelona" is a fascinating look at the challenges and joys of international house hunting. The episode offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of Sarah and John, as they make the difficult decision to leave behind their beloved beach house and embark on a new adventure in one of Europe's most captivating cities.