Former photographer, Courtney and graphic designer, Shaun, want to start a new unplugged life with their four young children. After viewing three potential properties they have to choose one to stay in and test out living off grid. Courtney wants to learn how to become self sufficient but after three days unplugged, will they decide to buy the property or not?

The Jevens family from Washington D.C. wants to move to Hawaii and become more self-sufficient. They view three off grid properties on the Big Island of Hawaii and have to choose one to stay in for 3 days.