House Hunters International Season 31 Episode 115 Connecting To Roots In Calitri
- TV-G
- November 1, 2016
- 21 min
In this episode of House Hunters International, entitled "Connecting to Roots in Calitri," we follow a couple who are on a mission to reconnect with their Italian heritage. Maria and Peter, who live in Boston, Massachusetts, are both second-generation Italian-Americans and they have a strong desire to explore their family's roots in the small village of Calitri in southern Italy.
The episode begins with Maria and Peter discussing their decision to buy property in Calitri, a place they have visited before and fallen in love with. They explain how important it is to them to be able to connect with their heritage and preserve their family's history. They also talk about their desire to share this connection with their children and future generations.
As they begin their search for a property in Calitri, Maria and Peter tour a few options with the help of real estate agent, Daniela. The first house they visit is a spacious, modern villa located on the outskirts of town. While the house is beautiful and has all of the amenities they are used to, Maria and Peter don't feel a connection to the property. They explain that they want something that is more traditional and in keeping with the feeling of the town.
The next property they visit is a charming, rustic home located in the heart of the town. The house has exposed brick walls, wooden beams, and a large courtyard that is perfect for entertaining guests. Maria and Peter love the character of the property but are concerned about the amount of work that will need to be done to bring it up to their standards.
The final property they visit is a stunning renovated farm house located just outside of town. The house is a perfect blend of traditional and modern elements and has beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. Maria and Peter are immediately drawn to the property and can envision themselves living there.
After considering all of their options, Maria and Peter decide to make an offer on the renovated farm house. They explain that they feel a connection to the property and believe that it will provide them with the perfect link to their Italian heritage.
In the final scenes of the episode, we see Maria and Peter settling into their new home and exploring the town of Calitri. They meet with locals who share stories about their family members who immigrated to America, and they attend a traditional feast day celebration in honor of the town's patron saint. Maria and Peter reflect on how lucky they are to have the opportunity to reconnect with their roots and connect with the people and culture of Calitri.
Overall, this episode of House Hunters International is a heartwarming story about the importance of staying connected to one's heritage. We see how Maria and Peter's search for a property in Calitri is not just about finding a house, but about preserving their family's history and passing it down to future generations.