House Hunters International Season 29 Episode 78 Sisters in Solleftea

In this episode of House Hunters International season 29, two sisters from Australia, Maria and Jolanta, are searching for their dream home in the Swedish town of Solleftea. Maria is a teacher and Jolanta is a nurse, and they both have a love for the outdoors and Swedish culture.

The episode begins with the sisters landing in Sweden and meeting their real estate agent, Jenny. They are immediately struck by the beauty of the town and the surrounding forests and lakes. The sisters have a budget of 3.5 million Swedish kronor (approximately $400,000 USD) to spend on a house with at least three bedrooms and plenty of outdoor space.

Their first stop is a modern three-bedroom house with a large garden and a sauna. Maria and Jolanta are impressed with the house's clean lines and high-quality finishes, but they are hoping for something with more character. Jenny takes them to a second house, a charming old farmhouse with a large barn and plenty of land. The sisters are smitten with the rustic feel of the house and the potential for renovating the barn into a guesthouse. However, the house is in need of some major repairs, which puts Maria and Jolanta off.

Next, the sisters visit a large, luxurious house on the outskirts of town. The house has five bedrooms, a pool, and a spacious garden, but it's also significantly over their budget. Maria and Jolanta are torn between the practicality of staying within their budget and the allure of the stunning house.

Jenny takes the sisters to one more house, a cute and cozy red cottage with three bedrooms and a wraparound porch. Maria and Jolanta love the character of the house, but they are concerned about the lack of outdoor space, as the garden is quite small. However, the house's location in the heart of the town and its proximity to the local school and hospital make it an appealing option.

After visiting all four houses, Maria and Jolanta are faced with a tough decision. Each house had its own charm, and the sisters can see themselves living in any of them. However, they ultimately have to choose what is best for their needs and budget.

The final scenes of the episode show Maria and Jolanta discussing their decision with Jenny. The sisters reveal that they have chosen the cute red cottage in the heart of town. They explain that while they loved the other houses, the central location and character of the cottage won them over. The episode ends with Maria and Jolanta excitedly planning the renovations they want to make to the house and dreaming of their new life in Sweden.

Overall, the episode gives a glimpse into the housing market in Solleftea and the beauty of this small Swedish town. Maria and Jolanta's search for their dream home highlights the importance of finding a balance between budget, practicality, and personal style.