Jessica and Jarret + Reagan
Buyers: JarReT & Jessica - Married Couple
Current Home: Paradise, Texas
Beach House Hunting In: Orange Beach, Alabama
Beach Home Budget: $300-500,000
Realtor: Reagan - Orange Beach, AL
Meet Jarret and Jessica, a vibrant couple from Paradise, Texas, who live life in the fast lane amid the rodeo circuit and family activities. As high school sweethearts, they’ve grown together and now share the joys (and challenges) of raising two active children, Kane (15) and Kelly (12), who are also passionate about competitive horseback riding and sports. With a family that thrives on adventure and the outdoors, they are seeking a beach home to create lasting memories away from their busy schedules.
Their journey toward finding a beach house began after a significant life event: losing their vacation mountain cabin to a devastating fire in New Mexico. With their home burned to the ground, they faced a choice of whether they wanted to rebuild, buy new or something else altogether. In a series of unfortunate events, not long after the fire Jarret was involved in a bad horse riding accident which broke his pelvis bone. Although he is fine now, the injury put him in the hospital for a considerable amount of time. This brush with tragedy forced Jessica and Jarret to reevaluate their priorities as a family. They’ve been running from one rodeo (literally!) to the next as a family for so long, it’s always homework, school, equestrian events, they haven’t taken a real vacation in years–well at least one that didn’t involve shoveling horse manure! Jessica has been collecting beach decor for years, and the idea suddenly hit her. It’s finally time for the family to have a beach home!
The couple has set their sights on Orange Beach, Alabama, a destination that offers both beautiful white sand beaches and a family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for their active lifestyle. Jarret and Jessica are drawn to the idea of a beach home where they can unwind, enjoy water activities, and spend quality time together. They envision a space ideally suited for entertaining, with at least two bedrooms to accommodate the kids and their friends, and amenities that encourage outdoor adventures. They are a VERY active family who likes recreation while on vacation.
At the top of their must-have list is location, location, location—they want to be close enough to the beach to ditch the car keys and stroll or golf cart their way to the sand. A pool is a big bonus, as are outdoor amenities like tennis courts or space to unwind after a day in the waves. They need at least two bedrooms (ideally three) to accommodate not only their rodeo-riding kids but also the friends they’re sure to bring along. While they’re open to a condo or townhome, they’re used to freestanding homes and want something that doesn’t scream “motel.” High ceilings, a fresh, clean space, and minimal fixer-upper needs are non-negotiable, because this time, they’re not looking for another project, they’re looking for peace. Bonus points if it’s near boat rental spots, island hangouts like Robinson or Bird Island, and has easy access to local favorites like Flora-Bama.
With a budget of $500,000 (or LESS please!) they are optimistic about finding the perfect property to enhance their family dynamics. They are looking for a well-maintained home that doesn't require significant renovations, allowing them to dive straight into enjoying their new lifestyle. It’s about rest and vacation, not about doing even more work!
The dynamic about this couple is palpable; Jarret tends to focus on the structural integrity of potential properties, while Jessica envisions how each space can be decorated and utilized for family fun. She’s been collecting and dreaming about this home for years! For Jessica and Jarret this home is about slowing down, doing less work, focusing on creating memories and having fun as a family. Life is short, beach it up!
Realtor: Reagan - Orange Beach, AL
Reagan is a sun-loving, boat-riding real estate powerhouse based in Orange Beach, Alabama (yes, the one with sugar-white sand and turquoise waters people don’t believe exists in Alabama.) At just 25, she co-founded a real estate group with her mom, became the youngest Rookie of the Year among 200 agents, and has been voted Best Realtor in Baldwin County two years in a row. Raised by a tech-challenged mom-turned-top-producing agent and a globe-trotting dad, Reagan learned the ropes early and never looked back. She’s obsessed with helping buyers discover the laid-back beach lifestyle she once swore she’d leave behind, whether that’s a cozy condo with a pool and pickleball court or a full-time family home just minutes from the sand. Reagan’s superpower? She knows everything about everything: which neighborhoods are secretly amazing, where to find a deal, and exactly what beach bar has the best sunset (spoiler: it's Coastal). She’s chatty, sharp, and fiercely passionate about helping you not just buy a home: but live your best beach life.