Escape from the City – Season 1
Episodes
Bellingen NSW: The Phipps
Brad and Monique yearn to escape the hustle and bustle of Sydney for a more relaxed rural home to raise their three children. Their search takes them to the charming hinterland of NSW's Mid North Coast.
Southern Highlands NSW: The Clementses
ABC Radio presenter Simon Marnie gives Sydney couple, Adrian and Kerby, a helping hand by taking them to view some stunning properties in the Southern Highlands, NSW, as they prepare for a career and lifestyle change.
Daylesford VIC: The Marxs
Amanda is looking for an old cottage in Daylesford, VIC. Host Del Irani uses her financial expertise and offers up four houses that will fulfil Amanda's wish list plus expands her horizons on what her dream home could be.
Kangaroo Valley NSW: The Joneses
Newlyweds Emma and David are after a quieter and simpler lifestyle in Kangaroo Valley, NSW, but their budget is tight. Not one to shy away from a challenge, host Dean Ipaviz comes up with a creative solution.
Toowomba QLD: The Deneheys
Following a health setback, Phil and his wife Margaret are keen to prioritise their wellbeing and move to the warmer climate of Queensland. High on their priority list is a home that will connect them to the local community.
Sunshine Coast QLD: The Vautiers
Presenter Simon Marnie accompanies Dee on her search for a new home on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. High on the priority list is finding a house close to the water which can host her children and grandkids.
Margaret River WA: The Kadamuses
Deb and Milo have set their sights on finding their next home on the other side of the country. Presenter Jane Hall accompanies the couple as they inspect both rustic rural homes and modern chic dwellings.
Adelaide Hills SA: The Steeles
The lure of South Australia and its fresh local produce has attracted Melbourne couple Gab and Matt. They want to find a house in the Adelaide Hills where they can open their cheese cave business.
Norfolk Island: The Priors
With its sweeping coastline vistas, it's easy to see why couple Susan and Brian have been attracted to Norfolk Island. But will they be able to find their dream home in such a small housing market?
Southern Highlands NSW: The Lowcocks
The rolling hills of the Southern Highlands are the backdrop for our latest search. Chris and Shannon are accompanied by presenter Bryce Holdaway as they set out to find a country property that has business potential.
Lake Macquarie NSW: The Blanchards
Finding the right house at the right price near Lake Macquarie may require a lengthy search for Sydney couple Fran and Ron. In addition to being their home, they also want it to double as a location for a therapy centre.
Orange NSW: The Thomases
Sydney newlyweds Will and Briana are looking for a change. On their honeymoon they visited the NSW town of Orange and were smitten with its old-world charm. Can they find a vintage home that suits their growing family?
Orange NSW: The Wilsons
Bryce Holdaway meets couple Rob and Harvey, who aim to find a new home for their two young sons in country NSW. Rob prefers contemporary homes, while Harvey is swayed by character. What will they choose?
Southern Tablelands NSW: The Grestes
Presenter Dean Ipaviz meets a couple who are looking for a spacious house on large acreage so they can expand their business promoting sustainability. But will the proposed country move prove too much for one?
Lake Macquarie NSW: The Chapmans
With Sydney housing prices making owning their own slice of land impossible, young couple Matt and Siobhan are heading for Lake Macquarie. But getting their head around the new property market is a difficult ask.
Fleurieu Peninsula SA: The Taylors
Globetrotters Mark and Kate are returning to Australian shores and are looking for a country property in the Fleurieu region of South Australia that has enough space for them to own plenty of animals.
Berowra Waters NSW: The Hespes
Having an outdoors lifestyle is high on the priority list for Michelle and Jeff. The couple are drawn to the tranquil setting of the Hawkesbury River; despite the fact the communities are only accessible by boat.
Castlemaine: The Clarkes
Making a first home purchase is a big decision for any young couple. Presenter Del Irani meets a couple who want a sizeable period home in Castlemaine, near Melbourne. But the search may be hindered by their budget.
Adelaide Hills SA: The Prossers
Parents Sunny and Tess want their next family home to be surrounded by nature so their young children can roam free. Presenter Simon Marnie takes on the task of finding four homes for them to consider.
Sunshine Coast QLD: The Mobbs
The lure of the Sunshine Coast has proven irresistible for Sydney couple Kirsty and Sean. They intend to move their family interstate to reduce living costs and improve their lifestyle.
Orange NSW: The Hatchs
Presenter Dean Ipaviz finds four homes that have plenty of old world charm, and the potential to renovate in Orange. But will any of the houses he has lined up appeal to Brisbane duo Tim and Corryn?
Launceston TAS: The Gaffneys
Tasmania is the backdrop for our latest episode, where presenter Jane Hall accompanies Sydney resident Frances on a tour of Launceston's real estate market. Can Frances find what her heart desires?
The High Country VIC: The Purches
With a new gin start-up to consider, Sarah is looking for a country destination where she can establish the business. Presenter Del Irani guides her around the Rutherglen region and shows her four very different homes.
Northern Rivers NSW: The McKinnons
With a large budget at play, equestrian Jennifer should have no difficulty finding the perfect place to call home in NSW's Northern Rivers region. But taking on a large property could prove taxing.
Margaret River WA: The Kimbles
After visiting Margaret River on their honeymoon, Courtney and Craig have decided to up sticks and move to the idyllic coastal hinterland. They rope in presenter Dean Ipaviz to help find them their ideal home.
Gold Coast Hinterland QLD: The Kennedys
Property advisor Bryce Holdaway accompanies Sydney couple Kym and Cameron as they inspect real estate in the Gold Coast Hinterland.
Port Douglas QLD: The Grays
With a sizeable budget in play, Phil and Lara are hoping to find not only their next family home, but an investment property too. Finance expert Del Irani is on hand to dish out plenty of helpful advice during the search.
Southern Highlands NSW: The Di Pietros
It isn't just a home among the gumtrees Jo is searching for. She wants enough space to have a vegie patch and chickens. Simon Marnie finds her four special homes to inspect.
Byron Bay NSW: The Ryans
It's not just a tree change that single mum Lara is seeking. She's also hoping to find a new home base for her two young daughters following the death of her partner.
Greater Region of Hobart TAS: The Viapiana
The options seem endless for Sydney couple Kerry and Marcelo as they inspect several Tasmanian properties. But will all that choice paralyse their ability to make a decision?
Perth Hills WA: The Roberts
After undergoing surgery for a brain tumour, Malcolm is looking for a quieter home base. He and wife Phyllis have always wanted to farewell the CBD and live in the Perth Hills, so are searching for a new property.
Northern Rivers NSW: The Ommundsons
Simon Marnie is on hand to show Sydney couple Celia and Pat some stunning Byron Bay hinterland properties. The couple are keen on a big kitchen, space to run a business and a tub to soak in!
Central Coast NSW: The Azars
Bryce Holdaway accompanies a young Sydney couple as they search for their first property on NSW's Central Coast. But will their inability to compromise halt their search?
Blue Mountains NSW: The Lenoirs
With the goal of opening a health retreat in the Blue Mountains, David and Nicole are seeking the right property. It's a big ask, but presenter Jane Hall has a few surprises up her sleeve for the couple.
Daylesford VIC: The Iletts
Presenter Del Irani shows HR executive Simone, and her best friend Vesna, four quirky and unique properties in Daylesford. However, the Victorian town is a property hotspot and steep prices may derail this search.
Great Ocean Road VIC: The Duckworths
Living by the water with views of the coastline is the one thing single Melbourne mum Denise desires. Yet budget constraints and commute issues may prove stumbling blocks for her real estate hunt.
Townsville and Magnetic Island QLD: The Longs
Finance writer Christine finds searching for her next home in Far North Queensland is about more than just bricks and mortar. It becomes a journey of self-discovery as she plans her future in a new town.
South Coast NSW: The Wines
Having downsized to a small Sydney unit, retirees Noni and Stuart are feeling restless. They're keen to find a coastal home which caters to their passions and has ample space for the family to come and visit.
Kingscliff NSW: The Riggs
Soaring real estate prices may make the search difficult for our latest couple seeking a sea change. Christopher and Jaynie are hoping to live in beachside Kingscliff, but will their dreams be dashed on the shores?
Macedon Ranges VIC: The Topfers
Painting enthusiast Helen is accompanied by presenter Simon Marnie as she searches for a rural home that will house her growing art collection. Helen will be busy narrowing down the style that she likes.
Port Douglas QLD: The Salters
Would you let a complete stranger choose the town that you will move to? That's exactly what Sydneysiders Lisa and Paul have done in the latest episode of our lifestyle series.
Cairns QLD: The Clearys
The mystery house that presenter Del Irani shows Tanya and Jordan really piques their interest in the latest episode of our lifestyle series. But will the WA animal lovers find their ideal home?
Shoalhaven Heads NSW: The Thorleys
Will it be the charm of an old beach shack or a modern home with all the mod cons that wins over house hunters Graham and Kim? Presenter Simon Marnie accompanies the retirees as they inspect four Shoalhaven properties.
Sunshine Coast Hinterland QLD: The Hahns
Presenter Jane Hall has found four stunning homes in the Noosa Hinterlands to show retirees Christian and Hilary. But will any of the houses meet the lengthy requirements of the couple?
Macleay Valley NSW: The Hoskinsons
Join the house hunt as presenter Dean Ipaviz takes Mark and Phil on a tour of real estate in NSW's Macleay Valley. It might just be the mystery house that ticks all the boxes.
Broome WA: The Schneiders
During the property search, a mystery house has house hunters Adam and Helen in a quandary. Does the Broome home meet their expectations or will it take them in a direction they hadn't even considered?
Byron Shire NSW: The Mulligans
Spiritual energy therapist and doula Sandra in on a quest to overhaul her life and find a new town that she can call home. She heads to the Byron Bay hinterland to inspect four potential homes.
Kingscliff to Coolangatta NSW/QLD: The Carsons
Jane Hall finds four unique homes for Melbourne couple Allana and Aaron to inspect. But will the homes, including a hillside house and mystery beachfront house, tick all the boxes?
West Gippsland VIC: The Smiths
Young couple Beau and Madeline are struggling to decide exactly what they want when it comes to finding their first home. Presenter Bryce Holdaway is on hand to guide them in the right direction.
Mornington Peninsula VIC: The Sages
Ben and Helen and their four boys are on the hunt for a sprawling family home on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula. Presenter Del Irani takes them on a tour of four suitable properties. Will any suit?
Hobart TAS: The Tungs
Sydney couple Nancy and Jeremy have been captivated by Tasmania's charm and have decided to move their family down south. Their property hunt takes them to four different homes which offer plenty of space.
Central Coast NSW: The Owens
Joe and Amy have high expectations about what their new home will contain. Will Simon Marnie be able to help them find a coastal house that ticks all the boxes?
South Coast NSW: The Mackays
They might be heading to the bush, but that doesn't mean Kevin and Christine want to downsize. The Sydney couple are keen to find a large open plan home with land to grow native trees.
Sunshine Coast QLD: The Moylans
Del Irani accompanies single mum Lisa to inspect four very different properties on the Sunshine Coast. But will the search go down the gurgler when the mystery house causes Lisa's jaw to drop?
Stanthorpe QLD: The Georges
When the clan is making the sea change, it's going to take a large property to suit them. Brisbane's Andrew and Isla inspect four properties that allow for business prospects and room for the family.
Coffs Harbour NSW: The Dormans
First-home buyers Emily and Jerome take on a move to the coastal destination of the Coffs Coast in NSW. Will they find the sea change to such a natural setting is too much of a departure from their Melbourne life?
Hunter Region NSW: The Englishs
Simon Marnie accompanies single mum Bridget as she inspects country homes. Yet finding one that encompasses all her needs may be problematic.
Gippsland VIC: The Charges
Living an off-grid existence, with pet llamas or alpacas, appeals to Chris and Glen. While their adult children may be underwhelmed by the proposed sea-change, they enthusiastically embrace the search for a new home.
Port Stephens NSW: The Tajvidis
Follow vegan couple Sam and Hanifa as they search for the dream rural retreat where they intend to expand their family and open an animal rescue centre for abandoned and neglected animals.
Mission Beach QLD: The Capeses
Presenter Jane Hall has lined up four very different and unique homes to show house hunters Julie and Peter. The travel enthusiasts want a beachside home base with enough space for all their vehicles.