Scott's Vacation House Rules
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Home Network Running DIY
6 Seasons · 65 Episodes · Premiered April 26, 2020
Does owning a dream vacation property seem out of reach? Real estate expert and contractor Scott McGillivray offers the ultimate road map to renovation and rental success in Scott's Vacation House Rules. With years of smart real estate investing and renovation experience, Scott will unlock the rental potential of even the most uninspired properties. Finding and transforming tired, dated and rundown spaces into unique and buzz-worthy parcels of paradise, Scott's Vacation House Rules will prove that any dream property is always within reach.
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Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
10 episodes
E01
Bavarian Guest House - Bernd and Crystal
Mon, Apr 27 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E02
Malibu Beach House - Katherine and Jason
Mon, May 4 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E03
Pet Friendly Paradise - Mark and Lynn
Mon, May 11 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E04
Fishing Retreat - Tanya and Selwyn
Mon, May 18 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott turns a rundown former fishing cabin into stylish vacation retreat.
E05
Zen Holiday Hideaway - Cody and Karen
Mon, May 25 2020 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Neglected and unlivable spaces are transformed into unique, beautiful pieces of paradise.
E06
Carriage House - Laura and Dale
Mon, Jun 1 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E07
Executive Escape - Allison and Kelsey
Sun, Jul 26 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Contractor and real estate expert Scott McGillivray, along with designer Debra Salmoni, come to the rescue for a new homeowner and magically transform a quaint cottage into an executive escape that will attract business leaders and vacationers alike.
E08
Four Season Rental - Cassandra and Kelsey
Sun, Aug 9 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E09
Groovy Getaway - John and Dawn
Sun, Aug 30 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Two siblings need help bringing their 1960s vacation home into the 21st century. Capitalizing on the home's retro design, contractor Scott McGillivray and designer Debra Salmoni transform the mid-century cottage into a blast-from-the-past vacation rental.
E10
Hilltop Ski Chalet
Thu, Sep 3 2020 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni turn a rustic cabin into a ski chalet.
Season 2
13 episodes
E01
Falling Water
Mon, May 17 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Mother and son team Elli and Clark desperately need Scott's help transforming their neglected cabin into a successful vacation rental. With a tranquil waterfall just steps from the front door, Scott plunges into a design plan that immerses renters in the experience of the nearby waterfall. Very quickly, Scott uncovers some big surprises and more water than he bargained for.
E02
Game Time Getaway
Mon, May 24 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Homeowners Jackie and Teresa purchase an aging two-bedroom property and need Scott's help transforming the haphazard, gloomy layout into a bright and spacious vacation rental that will help build their nest egg.
E03
Artistic Retreat
Mon, May 31 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott harnesses his creativity and transforms a former art studio at the back of Sarah and Nick's property into an artistic retreat that doubles as a gallery where paying guests can view and buy the work of local artists.
E04
Parent's Paradise
Mon, Jun 7 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Aleisha and Justin's rundown vacation property can't be rented in the state it's in; a week by the lake is the most popular vacation for young families so Scott adds fun, family-friendly amenities that will keep this property booked year after year.
E05
Back to the Future
Mon, Jun 14 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Christine and Sam's newly purchased vacation property looks like a time capsule from the 1970's; Scott harnesses the swinging 70's look of the home, but adds 21st Century tech to create a groovy, functional tech getaway.
E06
Hawk's Nest
Mon, Jun 21 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
With property taxes and maintenance fees going through the roof, Tara-Lee and Bryan need their rarely-used vacation rental to start paying for itself.
E07
Country Charmer
Mon, Jun 28 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Sisters Erin and Megan are falling in love with the charm of Prince Edward County and setting about renovating a century old farmhouse.
E08
Executive Lodge
Mon, Jul 5 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
A million dollar party lodge where privacy and walls weren't a priority; Chris and David need Scott's help turning it into a successful vacation rental; Scott sets out transforming the property into an executive-style lodge.
E09
Winter Wonderland
Mon, Jul 12 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Transforming the property into a paradise for anyone ready to hit the snowmobile trails, ice fish or just curl up in front of the fireplace with a good book to make the property lucrative during winter.
E10
Canoe Club
Mon, Jul 19 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Inside and out, Nadia's cabin in the woods looks more like the type of dull, dated suburban home renters are trying to escape for a week; Scott injects the property with a fun canoe theme design.
E11
Bienvenido A Casa
Mon, Jul 26 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
After a recent fire and years of neglect, sisters Jessica, Sabrina and Sue need Scott's help turning a giant problem into profit; inspired by the family's South American heritage, Scott sets out to create a Spanish Revival.
E12
Country Club
Mon, Aug 2 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Elena and Kelly's property resembles a giant beige box with almost nothing that attracts renters; Scott aims to change that with an ambitious Country Club inspired theme.
E13
Beach Bungalow
Mon, Aug 9 2021 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
With rolling sand dunes, powdery sand and epic sunsets just outside the door, Eva and Stewart should have no problem renting their beachside property, but no one has renovated the place since the 1970's.
Season 3
12 episodes
E01
Scandi Ski Chalet; Vicky and Todd
Tue, Apr 12 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Vicky and Todd recently bought a dated old house near a ski hill, and they think it could earn them some money - if the proper reno job were done.
E02
Historic Highland Lodge; Cindy and Sean
Tue, Apr 19 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Fitness instructors Cindy and Sean own a historic 150-year-old cabin in Muskoka; they're hoping to rent it out to fund their travel plans, but first they want the years of add-ons remodeled; Scott McGillivray and his team take on this project.
E03
Boho Boathouse; Sabrina and Tess
Tue, Apr 26 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Sabrina and her daughter Tess purchase a large but neglected boathouse on the scenic Lake of Bays.
E04
Lakeview Farmhouse; Megan and Marc
Tue, May 3 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Marc, a fire captain in the city, buys a farmhouse to create some family memories with his son, and daughter Megan; however, it's pretty clear this rundown place was built purely for function.
E05
Throwback Getaway; Erin and Gerald
Tue, May 10 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Erin and Gerald are the owners of a rundown cottage they don't use so much anymore. They're hoping that a good renovation will turn it into a profit generator. Scott sees the potential here to pay homage to the 1980s while bringing it into the 21st century, creating a retro rockin' throwback getaway!
E06
Homestead Hideaway; Reesha and Duncan
Tue, May 17 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Homeowners Reesha and Duncan purchased a rundown lakeside cabin to rent out and generate income for their growing family.
E07
Classic Cabin; Julia and John
Tue, May 24 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
After going more than half a century without renovations, Julia and John are hoping their worn out family cabin, which was built by John's grandfather, can start generating money for them.
E08
Playful Paradise; Rowan and Curtis
Tue, May 31 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E09
Northern Getaway; Darlene and James
Tue, Jun 7 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Empty nesters Darlene and James have a family cottage located on the Moon River that's in bad need of repair.
E10
European Villa; Anita and Marco
Tue, Jun 14 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Anita's dad's Muskoka cottage has strong bones but is very outdated, so she wants to turn it into a place that will both honor his legacy and generate an income so the family can hold onto the property.
E11
Zen'd Out Retreat; Caroline and Gihad
Tue, Jun 21 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
For front line healthcare workers Caroline and Gihad, the decision to buy a cottage was influenced by their stressful jobs.
E12
Funky Farmhouse; Nadia and Anwar
Tue, Jun 28 2022 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Nadia and Anwar bought their farmhouse as a generational property to enjoy with their daughters, but also with the intention of generating some short-term rental income.
Season 4
14 episodes
E01
Cliffside Cabin / Blake
Mon, Apr 24 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott, and his best friend Blake, always hoped they'd have cottages on the same lake. So after Blake purchased a rundown property down the road, Scott decided to help his buddy out by renovating it. But the job is as steep as the cliff the cabin sits on. Scott tears off the lakeside half of the cottage and builds it back in style, with a little magic from Debra.
E02
Breezy Beach House / Amanda and Emily
Mon, May 1 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Sisters-in-law Amanda and Emily took a leap of faith and invested in a cottage together. But the place needs a ton of work, and they are in over their heads. Scott and Debra are up for the challenge. They bring their skills, and a few laughs, to transform this dark paneled property into a light, breezy beach house - keeping peace in the family, and on the lake.
E03
Limitless Lakeside Retreat / Emma and Clayton
Mon, May 8 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Emma and her husband Clayton want to future proof their family cottage against Emma's increasing physical challenges. Scott creates a fabulous lakeside rental with an accessible chef's kitchen, a universal bathroom, and converts an old garage into a spacious primary suite. With towering, vaulted ceilings, Scott shows how you can make your vacation property limitless for all guests.
E04
Coastal Cabin / Kelly and Paul
Mon, May 15 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Kelly must convince her husband Paul that purchasing an old dark cottage will help their retirement. Scott leans into the gorgeous teal lake this property sits on and gets to work with Deb transforming it into a beautiful coastal cabin. Soon Kelly and Paul will be seeing green not only on their property but in their pockets.
E05
Bayside Bungalow / Melissa and Adam
Mon, May 22 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Millennials Melissa and Adam bought a dated lakeside property with kitschy contents included. Scott looks past the kitsch and sees the future by renovating it with the latest home technology, including integrated security, magnetic tiles, and a cottage that listens to all your renters needs.
E06
Sunset Grove / Natalie and Kevin
Mon, May 29 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Natalie and Kevin are busy parents with full-time careers. So, when they're up at their cottage, the last thing they want to do is have to work on repairing it. Scott to the rescue. But he discovers some unexpected surprises within the cottage. Unifying all of its additions into one amazing design will allow Natalie and Kevin, and their renters, to kick back and enjoy the breathtaking sunsets at this property.
E07
Family Lake House / Jeff, Steph and Katie
Mon, Jun 5 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
When siblings Steph, Jeff, and Katie unexpectedly inherit their family cottage, they are desperate to keep it, but can't rent it out in its current condition. Unfortunately, this family cottage has been mended with duct tape and bubble gum for far too long. Scott and Debra take on a full redesign while keeping in mind the family legacy of this property. The result is a fantastic vacation property that sleeps 12, perfect for creating future family memories.
E08
Mid-Century Getaway / Andy and Jeff
Tue, Sep 19 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Andy and Jeff sold their place in the city planning to retire to this happening town, but they will need to rent out this bungalow for a few years yet. Scott and Debra enter into the mid-century spirit of the place to create a cool vacation spot complete with top-of-the-line fixtures, paired with original elements, and a unique mid-century vibe.
E09
Beachside Abode / Sarah and Rob
Tue, Sep 26 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Sarah and Rob want to create the dream beach cottage out of this run-down property to take advantage of the newfound popularity of the area. But the cottage they purchased is a bit of a flop. When they find they have underestimated the work needed for the renovation it is Scott and his team to the rescue. This cottage will go from beach shack to beach palace with bright bold colours, and a few laughs along the way.
E10
Paradise Point / Connie and Todd
Tue, Oct 3 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Newly retired Connie and Todd love their cottage but realize it is a little unfinished to earn much on the vacation rental market. Scott and his team swoop in to remove, restore and renovate this little piece of paradise so that this property can earn them some serious rental income.
E11
Organic Oasis / Mark and Michael
Tue, Oct 10 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Mark and Michael's parents saw the potential in this massive bungalow for their retirement and tasked their sons to maintain it in the meantime. But the amount of work that needs to get done in order to make it marketable to renters is too much for Mark and Michael. Scott and Debra get to work and create a gorgeous open concept space with a new kitchen, spa-like bathrooms, a revived swimming pool, and a fabulous greenhouse at the center.
E12
Inn on the Market / Kat and Kevin
Tue, Oct 17 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Entrepreneurs Kat and Kevin bought a huge property with the dream of running a restaurant with a vacation property above. But with limited knowledge on the vacation market, they look to Scott for help. Scott and Debra turn some old storage and office space into a prime rentable spot, complete with an outdoor sauna and a top view of the lake.
E13
Classy Country Cottage / Jaqueline and Susan
Tue, Oct 24 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Once upon a time, Susan's happy place was her cottage. But over the years, she has become burdened by all the fixes this waterfront property needs.
E14
Heritage Hideaway / Ashlynn and Ryan
Tue, Oct 31 2023 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Ryan, and his wife Ashlynn, inherited his grandmother's cottage, which has been in the family for a hundred years. But the history of this property is starting to show. There's no room for family events, let alone renters.
Season 5
8 episodes
E01
Sue & Daughters - Coastal Cottage
Tue, Apr 23 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Sue wants to set up her grown daughters for success by planning for her family's future. With the help of Scott and his team, Sue's aging family cottage will get a more open layout, a unified design and some new waterfront features to thrill both family and guests for many more generations.
E02
Sarah & Shane - The Little Pink Cottage
Tue, Apr 30 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Sarah is a mom, entrepreneur, and social media star that needs Scott's help to renovate her and her husband Shane's run-down cottage. The goal is to attract other content creators for both work and play. Scott and Debra transform this waterfront gem into a cotton candy contemporary cottage that will be memorable online and in person.
E03
Caleb & Jordan - Grey Stone Ranch
Tue, May 7 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Brothers Caleb and Jordan want to run a string of short-term rentals before they turn 30; Scott is happy to mentor these ambitious young men and teaches them how to convert an old farmhouse on a bison ranch into a rip-roaring, ready-to-rent.
E04
Lizzie & Rushad - Country Cabin
Tue, May 14 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Lizzie and Rushad are well acquainted with Scott's help; he came to their aid more than ten years ago; now, after a span of fourteen years, they are once again turning to his expertise to overcome challenges with their vacation property.
E05
Caroline & Monique - Victorian Venue
Tue, May 21 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E06
Regina & David - Sandy Pines
Tue, May 28 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Regina and Dave have a two-storey cottage with too many small rooms; with three kids and demanding jobs, they need Scott and Deb to create an open concept cottage that would be great for gatherings, with tons of shore appeal and play spaces.
E07
Becky & Rowan - Riverside Retreat
Tue, Jun 4 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Becky is a single mom trying to manage and maintain their vacation home that is beloved by her growing sons. But it's dated, and she can't keep up with all the fixes it needs. Scott and Debra to the rescue! They tackle some serious issues and convert this suburban-looking property into a Riverside Retreat, equipped with a cabana, fishing amenities, and a fire pit.
E08
Jillian & Emerson - Lakeside Landing
Tue, Jun 11 2024 12:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
When Jillian and Emerson's stepdad passed, the cottage he was helping them build came to a halt; Scott and Debra step up to the challenge and build a two-storey cottage with windows to the lake, vaulted ceilings and contemporary design.
Season 6
8 episodes
E01
Muskoka Moonrise: Stephen and James
Tue, Apr 8 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott launches into some bright ideas for a generational cabin owned by two brothers-in-law.
E02
Lazy River Retreat: Lily and Jordan
Tue, Apr 15 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott transforms the unused and unfinished spaces in Lily and Jordan's riverside cottage.
E03
Whimsical Woodlands: Marie and Leonard
Tue, Apr 22 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott aims to revive a 20-year-old cottage as he injects some color and imagination into its design with Debra's help.
E04
Harmonious Hub: Cathy and Andrea
Tue, Apr 29 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott comes to the rescue of a mother and her daughter-in-law when they don't know what to do with a generational property.
E05
The Clubhouse: Carrie and Martin
Tue, May 6 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott and Debra step up to the challenge of rejuvenating a property and turning it back into the top hangout on the block.
E06
Sunrise Bay: Jennifer and Mike
Tue, May 13 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Scott and Debra create a modern escape for a couple who need to update their cottage with a design to make it more accessible.
E07
Coastal Capri Cottage: Frank and Lucas
Tue, May 20 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
E08
Lakeside Lodge: Tracey and Joel
Tue, May 27 2025 1:00 AM GMT+0000
60 min
Cast
Scott McGillivray
as Host
Debra Salmoni
as Designer