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Scott helps two homeowners upgrade their secluded but run-down lakefront home into an inviting — and pet-friendly — vacation getaway.
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See Episode GuideScott Knows Best: California Beach House Vs. Scott's Boathouse
Scott and Debra bring good vibrations to a rundown cottage as they turn it into a Malibu-style beach house. Then across the lake, it's all hands on deck as Scott and Sabrina transform their boathouse into a resort-ready party pad.
Spectacular Ski Chalet
A couple's recently purchased mountain bungalow is in need of major repair, so Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni step in to renovate the property into a luxurious and income-producing ski chalet.
Scott Knows Best: California Beach House Vs. Scott's Boathouse
Scott and Debra bring good vibrations to a rundown cottage as they turn it into a Malibu-style beach house. Then across the lake, it's all hands on deck as Scott and Sabrina transform their boathouse into a resort-ready party pad.
Fantastic Farmhouse
A firefighter and his daughter hope to turn their underused and dated country farmhouse into a money-making vacation rental. They recruit Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni to bring the home up to date while maintaining its rustic farm charm.
Fantastic Farmhouse
A firefighter and his daughter hope to turn their underused and dated country farmhouse into a money-making vacation rental. They recruit Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni to bring the home up to date while maintaining its rustic farm charm.
Bird Watcher’s Paradise
A couple has a family vacation home on the riverfront that is in desperate need of some TLC. Using the abundant local wildlife as inspiration, Scott and Debra get to work turning the home into a profitable vacation rental with a focus on nature.
Four Season Funhouse
After buying a lakefront fixer-upper, a father and son realize they've bitten off more than they can chew. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni step in to help them update their boring investment into a money maker that's all about the fun and games.
Boathouse Delight
A mother-daughter duo purchased a boathouse on the water that needs some serious repairs. Scott and Debra bring in a unique vision to capitalize on the home's layout and location as they transform the rundown relic into a bohemian beauty.
Historic Lodge
A couple hopes to generate some additional income with their 150-year-old cabin, but it needs a lot of work to make it livable again. They lean on Scott and Debra to help preserve its historic feel and create a classic homestead experience for renters.
Spectacular Ski Chalet
A couple's recently purchased mountain bungalow is in need of major repair, so Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni step in to renovate the property into a luxurious and income-producing ski chalet.
Fantastic Farmhouse
A firefighter and his daughter hope to turn their underused and dated country farmhouse into a money-making vacation rental. They recruit Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni to bring the home up to date while maintaining its rustic farm charm.
Austrian Oasis
A daughter wants to help turn her father's outdated cabin into a villa that features inspiration from Austrian castles. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni get ready to create a true European vacation experience for the property's future guests.
Austrian Oasis
A daughter wants to help turn her father's outdated cabin into a villa that features inspiration from Austrian castles. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni get ready to create a true European vacation experience for the property's future guests.
Winter Oasis
A pair of siblings love their family's lakefront home, but they want to create some additional income during the colder months. Scott McGillvray and Debra Salmoni give this four-seasons home a full facelift that's ideal for a winter vacation getaway.
Luxury Latin Lodge
Three sisters have a rundown family vacation property that's been neglected for years. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni celebrate the siblings' South American heritage by turning the dilapidated home into a Spanish-themed, income-producing retreat.
Spectacular Ski Chalet
A couple's recently purchased mountain bungalow is in need of major repair, so Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni step in to renovate the property into a luxurious and income-producing ski chalet.
Boathouse Delight
A mother-daughter duo purchased a boathouse on the water that needs some serious repairs. Scott and Debra bring in a unique vision to capitalize on the home's layout and location as they transform the rundown relic into a bohemian beauty.
Historic Lodge
A couple hopes to generate some additional income with their 150-year-old cabin, but it needs a lot of work to make it livable again. They lean on Scott and Debra to help preserve its historic feel and create a classic homestead experience for renters.
Relaxing Retreat
A couple of medical professionals found a place on the water to escape from their stressful jobs, but they've taken on more than they can handle. Scott and Debra arrive to create a peaceful getaway that will also generate some extra cash flow.
Relaxing Retreat
A couple of medical professionals found a place on the water to escape from their stressful jobs, but they've taken on more than they can handle. Scott and Debra arrive to create a peaceful getaway that will also generate some extra cash flow.
Funky Farmhouse
A couple needs some major help with turning their rundown farm into a hot vacation rental. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni tap into their rancher skills to turn their historic home into a truly funky farmhouse.
Funky Farmhouse
A couple needs some major help with turning their rundown farm into a hot vacation rental. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni tap into their rancher skills to turn their historic home into a truly funky farmhouse.
Four Season Funhouse
After buying a lakefront fixer-upper, a father and son realize they've bitten off more than they can chew. Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni step in to help them update their boring investment into a money maker that's all about the fun and games.
Bird Watcher’s Paradise
A couple has a family vacation home on the riverfront that is in desperate need of some TLC. Using the abundant local wildlife as inspiration, Scott and Debra get to work turning the home into a profitable vacation rental with a focus on nature.
Retro Retreat
The owners of a rundown lakeside cabin desperately need some help with the repairs. They turn to Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni to give this waterfront home a 1980s-inspired facelift that will turn it into a fun and profitable vacation property.
Fantastic Farmhouse
A firefighter and his daughter hope to turn their underused and dated country farmhouse into a money-making vacation rental. They recruit Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni to bring the home up to date while maintaining its rustic farm charm.
