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As springtime blooms in Rosewood Beach, the whole town is buzzing over some exciting news—a film crew is coming to shoot on location, and the star of the movie is none other than renowned actress Delilah Bates. To everyone’s surprise, Delilah soon becomes a regular at The Lighthouse Grill, embracing small-town life and the chance to slow down from the relentless pace of Hollywood. Even more surprising is the connection that sparks between her and Tom Norris, the steady, down-to-earth cook who’s been a fixture at the pub for years.

Surrounded by the bustling warmth of The Lighthouse Grill, Vivian Owens has everything she could ever ask for. Well… almost everything. Even as her children thrive around her, she’s still watching from the sidelines, reluctant to step into the spotlight of her own story. When a car accident leaves her stranded outside of town, it’s her friend Terrence Rawlins who comes to her rescue. In a moment of clarity—or maybe recklessness—Vivian does something that surprises them both: she kisses him. And that one impulsive gesture cracks open the door to possibilities she’s been too afraid to consider.

Sally Lipton has run the Ocean Breeze Café for years, and her bubbly personality and warm smile have made her a favorite in Rosewood Beach. Her café is always full—but there’s an emptiness in her life that Sally can’t quite pinpoint. A decade ago, she walked away from love after a serious relationship ended, choosing instead to pour herself into work and surround herself with friends and loyal customers. Now in her early fifties, she’s starting to wonder if that was the right choice.

As the head of a thriving investment firm in St. Louis, Lacy Preston thinks she has it all… until her fast-paced life is disrupted by a single phone call. She's shocked to discover that her estranged grandfather has died and left her his sprawling old house in Snowy Pine Ridge, New Hampshire. As she works on renovating the old house to put it on the market, she gets to know the residents of the town, including local dogsledder Derek Morse, who almost runs her over with his sled the first time they meet.

As autumn colors explode in Rosewood Beach, the Owens siblings have their hands full. Julia and Cooper are preparing for their wedding, and Julia finds herself getting overwhelmed by all of the small details. Luckily, Cooper is a steady, grounding presence, helping her find joy in the process—and reminding her why she can't wait to marry him.

Faith Talbot has spent years chasing success in a high-powered legal career that leaves little room for anything—or anyone—else. But when a health scare forces her to slow down and take stock of things, she realizes just how empty her life has become. Determined to find true connection, she leaves the relentless pace of the city behind and pays a visit to her distant relatives, the Owens family, in the cozy coastal town of Rosewood Beach.

Dean Owens has always been the steady, hardworking type, building a life on his own terms in the small town of Rosewood Beach. But after learning that he has arthritis, everything he’s taken for granted—his job at the garage, his independence, even his confidence—feels like it’s slipping away. At his family’s urging, he reluctantly agrees to start physical therapy, expecting nothing more than a routine list of exercises. Instead, he meets Noelle Calhoun, a sweet and encouraging therapist who recently moved to town to be closer to her grandparents.

After her world was shaken to its foundations by the loss of her husband and the revelation of his gambling debts, Vivian Owens has finally found steady footing again. With The Lighthouse Grill thriving and her grown children all living nearby, she feels a renewed sense of lightness, energy, and optimism. She even starts to wonder if maybe it’s time to put herself out there again—especially when an older man named Alan starts showing up at the restaurant, lingering over his meals and flashing charming smiles her way.

As a blanket of snow covers Rosewood Beach, the Owens family is busier than ever. Determined to give everyone in town a place to celebrate the holidays, they decide to host a Christmas gathering at the restaurant. But to Vivian’s dismay, their plans are put in jeopardy when the local health inspector insists they fix the vents at The Lighthouse Grill first.

Alexis Owens is settling into her new routines at The Lighthouse Grill, the beloved family restaurant in Rosewood Beach. She originally planned to stay just long enough to help her mother cope with the aftermath of her father’s passing, but the town’s gentle waves and familiar faces are starting to feel like home. Still, even the fresh sea breeze can’t erase the uncertainty looming over her marriage to Grayson, who remains in Los Angeles… or so she thinks.

Julia Owens never planned to return to her hometown of Rosewood Beach. Her life in New York, working long hours at a high-powered ad agency, is exactly what she always dreamed of. But when she loses her job and then learns that her father has passed away, everything changes. Drawn back to the small coastal town for the funeral, she reunites with her mother and three siblings, only to discover some shocking news: their father’s hidden gambling debts have left The Lighthouse Grill, their beloved family restaurant, on the brink of ruin.

A year ago, Lydia became a widow at 38 when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter, Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life. But that all comes crumbling down when she returns home early one afternoon and discovers that her husband is having an affair. Struggling with grief and loss, both women head to Marigold Island, an idyllic small town with white-sand beaches and happy childhood memories.

Although she came to Sea Breeze Cove for business, Liz's reasons for staying in the cozy seaside town are far more personal. She just discovered that the daughter she gave up for adoption years ago is living Sea Breeze Cove.

When the magazine that Margo Stoker works for downsizes and lays her off, it knocks her for a loop. She left her small hometown years ago, eager to explore the world and make a name for herself. But without a job to keep her busy, she decides to visit Evergreen Hollow for the first time in years—just in time for the holidays.

All her life, Caroline Stoker has been the sensible one. She dresses sensibly, acts sensibly, and she’s certainly never believed in fairy tales. Unlike her two younger sisters, who left Evergreen Hollow to spread their wings and explore new places, Caroline has spent her entire life in the small mountain town. She’s happy with her life and content with her choices… or so she thinks, until one holiday season, her world gets shaken up like a snow globe. It starts with a small accidental fire at the Mistletoe Inn, and her introduction to the town’s newest resident: Rhett Dawkins.

Watching her sister Angela pursue her passion has inspired Brooke to follow her own dreams. For years, she’s harbored a secret fantasy of opening up a bakery of her own in Marigold, but maybe it doesn’t have to be just a fantasy. Although starting a new business is a daunting prospect and a lot of work, Brooke finally feels ready to take the leap. Guests at the inn have been raving about her pastries, and her family is behind her all the way, so now she just needs to find the startup capital.

The Beachside Inn is up and running, but that doesn’t mean the work is done. In fact, things are busier than ever! After months of preparation, Angela and Lydia are finally hosting their first guests - including Patrick, who needs a place to stay while he hunts for a new house. It’s a summer of changes and challenges, but with laughter, love, and faith, anything is possible.

A year ago, Lydia became a widow at 38 when she lost her beloved husband to cancer, and despite the support of her friends and her teenage daughter Holly, she’s had a hard time moving on from the loss. She feels stuck, uncertain of how to carry out her husband’s final wish that she do something that scares her. Angela Collins has what seems like the perfect life - a beautiful little boy, a loving husband, and a good career. But that all comes crumbling down.

She's one of the most beloved residents of Whale Harbor... and one of the loneliest. Although it's been several years since her husband's death, schoolteacher Gabrielle Watson has never truly found her footing in the aftermath of his loss. To make matters worse, she's estranged from her son Braden, who works as an architect in Washington. She finds solace in books and in the time she spends with her students, but still, she can't shake the feeling that she's a bit stuck.

For Caitlin Lewis, starting over after divorce is both exhilarating and terrifying. But it's easier with family and friends by her side.