House Hunters International Season 26 Episode 71 Looking for Love and Leisure on Lake Garda
- October 5, 2012
In House Hunters International season 26 episode 71, entitled "Looking for Love and Leisure on Lake Garda," viewers are transported to the idyllic Italian countryside. Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, is the backdrop for this episode, as a couple searches for the perfect vacation home that they can also rent out to others when they're not there.
The couple, Kelly and Todd, currently live in the United States but have been dreaming of a home in Italy for years. They're looking for a place that has plenty of space for their friends and family to visit, but that they can also use as a romantic getaway. Kelly is particularly drawn to the idea of having a home on the water, and Todd is hoping to find something with a little bit of history.
The episode begins with the couple meeting their real estate agent, Gianluca, who takes them to their first potential home. It's a modern apartment near the lake with stunning views, but it's a little too small for their needs. Next, they visit a villa with ample space but without any real character.
After a few more homes that don't quite meet their specifications, the couple visits a beautiful house that seems to tick all the boxes. It's spacious, with plenty of room for guests, and it has an incredible view of the lake. Todd is thrilled to learn that the home actually used to be a mill in the 17th century, giving it a sense of history that he was hoping for.
The couple seems to have found their dream home, but the price is considerably higher than they were hoping to spend. Gianluca suggests they make an offer and see how negotiations go. The couple ends up getting the home for a more reasonable price, and they're thrilled to make it their own.
But the episode doesn't end there. Kelly and Todd also want to rent out the home to vacationers when they're not there, so they meet with a property manager to discuss the logistics. They talk about everything from marketing the property to checking guests in and out. Ultimately, the couple decides to go ahead with the plan.
As the episode comes to a close, Kelly and Todd are shown enjoying their new home on Lake Garda. They sip wine on the terrace, take a dip in the lake, and explore nearby towns. The episode perfectly captures the couple's dream of finding a home in Italy that they can share with loved ones and use for their own relaxation.