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The season finale of Chasing the West brought us to places we’ve never seen before… Literally. Drew and Jonathan helped best friends Alex and Jake in their search for a homestead in the California foothills, touring 40-acre lots that have views as far as the eye can see; and helped Kate find her peace and solitude in an Arizona cowboy town right outside of Phoenix. With all the sights and wide-open land to take in, we can see why people are yearning for their own little piece of Western life. “You cannot beat the beauty of ranch life,” Jonathan says. “Waking up, seeing the mountains, seeing nature, seeing animals roaming through your property—you can actually smell how fresh and how clean your air is. It’s incredible. I miss it.”

For both Alex and Jake, their top priority is having land of their own—something that they don’t get much of in their current cul-de-sac and trailer setups. And for Kate and Lisa, they’re mainly looking for a space where Kate can finally put down roots. For so long, she’s been adventuring across the world, but she’s ready to find that perfect place to call home. They’re hoping that with Drew and Jonathan’s help, they can finally find their Western paradise.

Alex and Jake are best friends, business partners, offroad gearheads, and now, Western dreamers. And together with their partners Kayla and Vanessa, they’re looking to start a homestead in the open mountain air of the California foothills. Alex and Vanessa have no kids and are currently living in the suburbs, while Jake and Kayla have two little ones and are living in a trailer while they look for their dream home. Together, the group of four want to beat the system and pool their resources to find an acreage they can share. With a combined $1M budget, they’re hoping for a ranch-style property near San Andreas, enough room for two separate houses on the property, with plenty of privacy and space for Alex and Jake’s workshop.

After all was said and done, the crew decided to go with the Mountain of Dreams. Two months in, and they’ve already completed plenty of updates. Their business is up and running, and there’s plenty of land for them to do what they love, whether that’s caring for the animals or riding their four-wheelers around the property. “Having it all feels like a million bucks,” Alex says.

Kate and Lisa have been best friends for around 15 years, and now, they’re searching for the perfect place for Kate to plant new roots. She’s dreaming of Cave Creek, Arizona, a laidback cowboy town that fits everything Kate wants out of her dream neighborhood. After her divorce, Kate realized that the city life she got used to wasn’t what she wanted—she dreamed of the wide-open land she grew up on. So, she brought along her friend Lisa to head out to the countryside to find Kate her new home. She’s been looking for a while now, but it seems like everything she loves is outside of her $700K budget. She’s hoping that with the Bros’ help, they can find that perfect fit.

After thinking it through and talking it over with her best friend, Kate decided to put an offer on Ready to Ride Ranch. “I love this property. It’s my new sanctuary,” Kate says. She’s already begun caring for her horses and she couldn’t feel more fulfilled. Being able to start her horse rescue right away and immediately walk into a home she didn’t have to do any work gave Kate the sense of home she’s been seeking.

City Slickers Chase a Dream Home on the Range

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For some, ranch life is something they’ve always wanted; for others, it’s something they’ve only just realized they’re interested in; and other times, it’s a mix of divine timing. This week on Chasing the West, Drew and Jonathan are helping Vivian and her daughter Celeste, and Connecticut dreamers Angelina and Russell, find their dream ranches in the California countryside. For Vivian as well as Angelina and Russell, they’ve always loved being out in nature, but they’re coming from cities where it’s hard to find that peace. Recently though, both families have realized that their next chapter might be somewhere else. So, they’re making the move and crossing their fingers to find their little slice of ranch life paradise.

Drew and Jonathan are taking them on a journey to find the spot that feels like home and fits their unique needs. Vivian wants to start a horse sanctuary, whereas Angelina and Russell are searching for a wide-open space to raise their little ones and start up Russell’s new construction business. Out West, anything is possible—and the Bros are here to make sure that these folks’ dreams can come true… Of course, with some reality checks along the way. (Like, holding a chicken for the first time.) Come explore the properties and the stories behind these new ranch owners.

Vivian has a big family. With five sisters and two daughters, her family is her life. And after losing her father a year ago, Vivian wants to be closer to her mother. So, she’s dreaming of making the move out West. Vivian is currently a makeup artist in Los Angeles, but her passion lies in helping horses. She has three right now, and they’re her life. She’s been boarding them outside of LA for years now, but wants to house them on her own property and start a horse sanctuary. Her ideal place to land is Agua Dulce. It’s just an hour away from LA, so her commute will be short, but it’s also a very horse-friendly town with that Western vibe that she’s craving. She’s looking for a property with three bedrooms and horse facilities on-site, with a budget of $1.1M. Her youngest daughter, Celeste, is coming along to help her find her dream ranch. Vivian has been searching for a while now, but since the area sells fast, she hasn’t had any luck. Hopefully, with the Drew and Jonathan’s help, she can secure her ideal horse ranch.

After talking it over with Celeste, Vivian decided on The Cozy Corral. Vivian’s mother has already moved in, and they’ve begun to fill the space with family, horses, and memories. It offers everything she wants in a home, and there wasn’t as much work that needed to be put into the house as they first thought. Obviously, the barn is the first priority on their list of additions! “It’s my dream come true,” Vivian says, “And I can’t wait to make it a safe place for horses.”

Angelina and Russell have moved across the country to California from Connecticut with their two little ones, with a dream of living in their own home on the range. While in the city, they found themselves inside most of the time—which isn’t what they wanted, for themselves or their kids. But in the concrete jungle, they didn’t find the outdoors to feel as magical and rewarding as open land. So, they’re moving to California, not only to be closer to Russell’s family, but also with the hopes of reconnecting with nature and the outdoors. They have their sights set on Jackson, a Gold Rush town that seems to be the perfect combination of small town charm and modern convenience. Angelina and Russell want at least 2 acres and space for a shop or garage for Russell’s construction business, with a budget of $450K.

After mulling it over, Angelina and Russell decided to go with Whispering Woods Ranch. “There’s a lot of work, but it’ll be what we want, and what we want to build together,” Russell says. They went back and forth between the two for a while, but ultimately, Whispering Woods felt more like home.

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Kelly and Sara and Melissa and Christopher are at a crossroads on this episode of Chasing the West. They have to decide: What are they willing to risk for their dream life? Kelly and Sara are hoping to escape the city to start their own horse training business outside of Dallas, while Melissa and Christopher want to move their family to the country for more peace and open space. But with so much to discuss—like budget, must-haves, work and personal life—they need to think about what’s worth it and what they can give up when it comes to this new adventure.

And they can’t do it alone. So they’re calling on Drew and Jonathan for their expertise—not just in real estate, but also in horse ranch living and property maintenance. There’s a lot that goes in to taking care of an acreage, and when it comes to these markets, they need advice from the two who know it best. So, Drew and Jonathan are helping them find their dream properties, and dusting off their cowboy boots to make it happen.

Kelly first met Sara while she was looking for a new facility for her Friesian horse, Leo. The two clicked immediately, and have since decided to start a business together. Sara is a professional horse trainer and a dressage Olympian originally from Italy, and Kelly is dreaming of owning her own equestrian business. So, they’re risking it all in hopes of running a successful horse training business together in Texas. Kelly needs the property to be within driving distance of Dallas, since her marketing job is located there and many of her dressage clients will be coming from the city. With a budget of $2M, Kelly and Sara are hoping for 8 – 15 acres of land, with a barn and arena for their horse business as well as a move-in ready 3-bedroom home on the property. They’re aiming for Princeton, Texas, as you get a lot of space in the area while still being close enough to Dallas.

Kelly and Sara ultimately decided to go with Equine Divine. It had everything they needed to get started on their dressage business, Fortebella, and at two months in, they’ve begun to make a home here on the property. They’re building up their client list already, and planning a bunch of different events for new members.

Christopher is an air traffic controller, and Melissa runs her own homeschooling business. Together with their three boys, the family wants to move into a space where they can grow. With horses, four dogs, 13 chickens, and four ducks, it’s safe to say their current home isn’t cutting it. “With the hustle and bustle of the kids and the job, it gets overwhelming,” Christopher says. “So tranquility is very important for us—just be able to step out, take a breath, and be away from it all.” Christopher and Melissa are looking to Palmdale, California for their new home. It’s a nice blend of quiet, open space, but you’re not too far away from the city, either. They want at least 2 acres, with room for all the animals, and proximity to Christopher’s job for under $950K.

After negotiating with the seller on The ’70s Dust Up, the two just weren’t on the same page in terms of value. So, Christopher and Melissa thought that instead of buying a property they’d have to put hundreds of thousands of dollars into to make it perfect for them, why not just go with the property that has everything they want already? In the end, they went with The Desert Rose Oasis, and they’re over the moon. The kids are loving their new home, and even though it’s taking time to get acclimated to the amount of work that goes into a ranch property, the family couldn’t be happier.

Making Their Dreams a Reality in the West

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Drew and Jonathan are helping two couples find their first homes on Chasing the West. Jacqui and Vincent have been living on park ranger housing for years, and Kayla and Gabriel are hoping to buy their very first property together, so both couples are hoping for a place they can finally call their own. Jacqui and Vince love being in nature and have enjoyed working in national parks together. And Kayla and Gabriel are true Westerners as well, both with careers working with animals and horses. They’re definitely used to the lifestyle that country living provides, but they need help finding their perfect-fit property.

The Bros know a thing or two about real estate, as we know—so both couples are eager to have their guidance while searching for their new home. This week, they’re traveling to Calaveras County, California, and Pilot Point, Texas, and both towns offer plenty of gorgeous country views and lifestyles, but with slightly different vibes. Calaveras County has more natural forest and waterfront land, whereas Pilot Point has more wide-open space and a booming horse culture. Together, they’re hoping to make their dreams a reality with the help of Drew and Jonathan.

California natives Vincent and Jacqui have been married for 34 years, and have worked side by side the whole time. They were in the restaurant service industry, real estate, and even became park rangers together. They’re currently in state park housing, but because Jacqui has already retired and Vince is set to end his ranger contract soon, they’ll no longer be able to live in the facilities, and need to search for a new place to call home. They’re hoping to live somewhere in Calaveras County. Jacqui loves the town of Murphys, which she says is the perfect mix of small town charm with easy access to nature. However, she says the market has been very volatile, and it’s been difficult to find the right property for their budget of $600K. Hopefully, with the Bros’ real estate expertise and knowledge of the area, Jacqui and Vince can find exactly what they’re looking for.

After discussing everything, Jacqui and Vince decided on Enchanted Hollow. “I think it’s perfect,” Vince says. They’ve already started a very successful vegetable garden and chicken coop, and they feel at home here. “The tranquility, the nature—it’s just incredible,” Jacqui says.

Kayla and Gabriel have been living in Pilot Point, Texas for a while, which is prime horse country. Right now, they’re in a 400-square-foot house on a ranch, and they’re more than ready for more space. With two dogs and a horse, it’s safe to say they feel cramped. They’re looking to buy their very first home together. Gabriel is a farrier (aka a horseshoer), and Kayla is a chiropractor for both people and animals, so they’re hoping to have enough space to do both of their jobs on the property. They’re looking for a place with about 3 – 7 acres, with horse facilities and outbuildings, for around $400K.

In the end, Kayla and Gabriel decided on Ridin’ High. It offered them the on-site facilities they needed for their business, with the wiggle room to make updates to the buildings and the home over time. “We’re totally living the lifestyle we were hoping to live,” Kayla says. “The horse is loving it, and so are we.”

Western Dreamers Find Their Perfect Fit

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Rob and Mason and Sydney and Karsten are in similar boats: They both want more space and to live out that country life, but neither of the couples have ever done something like that before. This week’s episode of Chasing the West follows these two sets of Western dreamers as they navigate the process of finding and starting a homestead—from gardening to animal care and property upkeep—and discover what all goes into real ranch life.

Both families are coming from more suburban neighborhoods, but they’re tired of living right on top of their neighbors. They want their kids to have the space to run around and play, as well as the room to start ranching. There are drawbacks and upsides to each of the properties they visit with Drew and Jonathan, and no matter what, they’ll have to make sacrifices. It could be the perfect property, but maybe there’s a ton of renovations to get done. Or it’s completely turn-key, but the price is over-budget. Whatever they choose, the Bros are here to help guide them on Chasing the West.

Mason and Rob have never lived in the country before, but they want to set their sights on something new. With two kids, two parakeets, three dogs, and seven baby chickens, they’re basically running a farm already! They currently live in the suburbs in Santa Clarita, California, but they don’t love being so close to their neighbors. “My dream for this ranch is to just finally have the room for our kids to go outside and play without me having to worry about them, and finally just have as many chickens as I could possibly fit, and maybe some other animals,” Mason says. Plus, Rob’s event rentals company is booming, and they need more room to expand their inventory.

After getting the property down to $1.7M, Mason and Rob decided to go with The Whole Shebang. It had everything they needed, and it was completely move-in ready, which took a lot of stress off their plate—especially since they’ll be adjusting to ranch life for the first time. Not only has the home been a great investment for their family life, but it’s also been a fantastic investment for Rob’s business. “We knew that getting the Brothers involved was going to help us find exactly what we were looking for,” Rob says.

Karsten is a second generation real estate agent. As he grew into the career, it blossomed into a full-blown business of his own. Sydney decided to get licensed as well, and now they run a team together. They have three children, and the family of five currently lives in Ahwatukee, Arizona, just outside of Phoenix. But Sydney and Karsten are looking for a life outside of the cookie-cutter suburban neighborhood. Sydney dreams of homesteading and growing her own food, while Karsten wants plenty of land for the kids. Though they’re excited for the journey ahead, they need Drew and Jonathan’s help to find the right place for them and soak in all the advice they have to offer about ranch living.

After some negotiations, Sydney and Karsten were able to get the Starter Homestead down to $915K, and officially made it their home. The size of the property is perfect, and Sydney is so excited for her new garden to bloom. And their children are happy, too. “The kids love it, and honestly, they spend more time outside than they do inside!” Sydney says.

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On this week’s episode of Chasing the West, Drew and Jonathan are helping two city couples ease into a whole new way of life as ranchers. They’ll help Brandon and Chelsey and Sherry and Nico find their perfect plots of land to start their new journey ahead, but the Bros are also there for a reality check: Ranch life isn’t all cowboy boots and mountain range views. It takes a lot of work to take care of your property, and all that comes with it, whether that’s horses; chickens; crops; or just maintaining the grounds themselves.

With big dreams to shift their lifestyles, these couples have one thing in common for sure: They’re ready to get out of the city. But they have some big risks involved and their careers on the line, so they’ll have to be certain that this is the right move for them. After all, they’ve never done this before! Luckily, with Drew and Jonathan’s help, they’re one step closer to making dreams a reality.

Chelsey and Brandon are craving more open space. After leaving TV news and starting their own business, the couple is ready to leave Phoenix for good to officially move out to Cave Creek, Arizona. It’s closer to The Stamp Mill, the historic space they’re renovating with friends to turn into a venue, and it also has properties with plenty of space for horse stables for boarding. With a budget of $1.5M, Chelsey and Brandon are hoping to find their dream Western oasis.

Chelsey and Brandon decided to go for the Farmhouse Mile. It offered them everything they need, it was the right price, and just close enough to Cave Creek—it was the Goldilocks of the properties they saw!

Currently living in Dallas, Texas, Sherry and Nico are craving a slower life. Sherry is a hospice nurse while Nico is a chef, and their wishlist items are a bit different. Sherry needs to be close enough to Dallas since she’ll still be working in the city, while Nico needs to be close to her restaurant. And while Sherry wants more land and more animals, Nico wants less of both. To find that perfect balance between country life and commute time, the Bros are showing the couple properties in Terrell, Texas. They have a max budget of $575K, and they’re ready to find their dream ranch.

After going back and forth between their two options, they decided to go with ranch number two: Playin’ Chicken. “After visiting the other pecan orchard, it really made us want our own dream—and so here we are,” Nico says. After buying the property, Nico’s niece actually moved in with them too. Together, they’re building a beautiful ranch life and learning the ropes of being farmhands every day.

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This week’s episode of Chasing the West followed two families with some very different needs. While one couple (Ina and Hamed) moves from a big city to their first ranch property with their son, the other couple (Pauline and Jim) takes their horse training roots from Canada all the way down to Arizona for a large-scale move into a whole new country. Between the two families, there’s a lot of needs to consider and a ton to discuss before making the decision.

Ina and Hamed have made a life for themselves in the big city, but they’re craving a work-life balance they can’t find in the concrete jungle. And Pauline and Jim are hoping that their horse training business will thrive in this new environment. Before they can make any decisions, though, they called on the Bros to help them make this life-changing decision.

Ina and Hamed are two city slickers from San Francisco. Ina grew up in the mountains, and Hamed was raised in the countryside. They found one another in the city, fell in love, and started a family there. But they’ve been craving the rural land ever since they left. Now, they’re finally able to make that dream a reality—but they need the Bros help to find the perfect place to call home. They’ve been visiting Murphys, California for years now, and they love the vibe of the old Gold Rush town. “When we visit Murphys, we feel like we’re at home,” says Ina. The couple is hoping for a better work-life balance, enough space for a venue on the property, and 5 bedrooms. However, they don’t even know where to start, and with a budget of just $700K, they need Drew and Jonathan to come in and help them on their search.

Ina and Hamed ultimately decided to go with The Rough Diamond. The price was right, and now, they’re able to create their perfect homestead. Slowly but surely, they’re making their way through renovations and plans to build their dream event space.

Currently living in Canada, Pauline and Jim are busy running a horse training facility and raising four children, but they’ve been setting their sights on a new horizon in Scottsdale, Arizona. “Scottsdale is the pinnacle of places to live for horse training if that’s what you do for a living,” Jim says. “My entire life is engulfed in horses, horse training—and we compete.” And his constant traveling between Canada and Arizona has become a headache they just don’t want to deal with anymore. These two are hoping for a move-in ready home with space for horse facilities and at least four bedrooms, with a budget of $1.2M. Pauline also homeschools their kids, so they need to have enough space for their studies and their family time.

In the end, Pauline and Jim decided on to take the risk and go with The Big Ticket. And they couldn’t be happier! “I don’t know that we could even imagine how cool life’s become,” Jim says. Their family is so happy with their decision, and they’re thriving on their new homestead in Arizona.

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Did you see the premiere episode of Chasing the West? If not, what are you waiting for?! Streaming on Discovery+ and HBO Max, Drew and Jonathan’s new show is full of fresh adventures, as they help folks navigate ranch life for the first time. In the premiere episode, we follow two couples, Sarah and Thomas and Tawny and Miguel, as they try to find their dream homes in the countryside. But the two couples have very different needs. While Sarah and Thomas are dreaming of an expansive Western homestead for their family of four, Tawny and Miguel are hoping to own their very first home with enough room to set up a workshop for refurbishing classic trucks and trailers.

With the help of the Bros, they’re hoping to find their forever homes under the Western sky, where they’ll have room to grow and space to breathe. But before they can officially start their ranch life dreams, they’re going to have to find the perfect place that checks off all their boxes—and that won’t happen without at least a little bit of compromise. No matter what, though, one thing’s for sure: Chasing the West is going to be one rootin’ tootin’ good time! So, grab your cowboy hats and let’s take a ride to the west.

Dreaming of a property where they can create a family homestead, Sarah and Thomas are ready to move out of their suburban town of Aubrey and look toward a new horizon in Val Alstyne, Texas. There, they’re looking forward to small town living and the perfect setting for their children to grow up. Thomas wants to work with a budget of $1M – 1.2M, but Sarah’s willing to go up to $2M for their family of four. She wants a home with a castle-like vibe that isn’t too far from town or neighbors, and Thomas “just wants a nice, quaint home on a lot of land.”

After talking it over and compromising, Sarah and Thomas decided to go with The Sixty Spread. Thomas got the land he wanted, and Sarah got her castle. They’re so happy to call this place home, and in the end, it was all worth it.

Currently in the city of Mission Hills in the San Fernando Valley of California, Tawny and Miguel are ready to escape the hectic city life and finally find their retreat. They love refurbishing classic trucks, and the two want space to spread out and escape the concrete jungle. Right now, they’re renting, so they want to make sure they get everything on their list with their very first home. The thing they’re searching for most is land, and they’re hoping to find it in Agua Dulce, California within their budget of $850K.

After thinking it through and talking it over, Tawny and Miguel decided to put an offer in on Blacktop Acres, and they’re so happy with their decision. Though the house isn’t as big as they wanted, they use the outdoor space far more. Miguel built a bar underneath the deck, and the two are getting to work building the workshop, too.

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