Jonathan Scott reflects on his nostalgia for ranch living and whether he and fiancée Zooey Deschanel would give up their Los Angeles oasis for a country lifestyle inspired by his new HGTV series Chasing the West .
Jonathan Scott Contemplates Country Living
Jonathan Scott recently opened up in an exclusive interview about whether he and fiancée Zooey Deschanel might leave their meticulously renovated Los Angeles home in favour of rural ranch life a lifestyle inspired by his childhood .
While chatting about his new HGTV series Chasing the West Jonathan admitted the experience reignited his longing for the wide open spaces of his youth He enthusiastically revealed he would “absolutely” be willing to leave LA for a property with acreage reminiscent of the 160 acre family ranch he grew up on .
Chasing the West Brings Back Ranch Roots
The new show co starring his twin brother Drew follows the Property Brothers as they help families purchase large rural properties across Texas Arizona and California For Jonathan it was both joyful and bittersweet .
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“It was sort of bittersweet because we could share what we loved about growing up on a ranch … on the flip side I miss it” he said The experience brought back memories of the mountains the open sky and the peaceful rhythm of nature — things he has not had in his city life .
Zooey’s Love for Horses But Not the “Dirty Work”
Although Jonathan is ready to trade city living for a country escape he recognizes one challenge Zooey Deschanel may not be fully on board with the practical demands of ranch life .
Zooey is an equestrian who loves horses and open space “She used to jump” Jonathan shared but he is not sure she would be enthusiastic about the more hands on aspects like property maintenance and caring for livestock Still her love of riding and being outdoors keeps the dream from being entirely out of reach .
A Beautiful LA Oasis They Can’t Quit
For now the couple remains deeply attached to their Los Angeles home which they purchased in 2020 and spent two years transforming into a one of a kind sanctuary .
Jonathan took the lead on construction while Zooey guided the interior design The 1938 property now features a solarium outdoor fireplace vibrant tiles and a multi purpose space she uses for music crafting glam prep and office work They showcased their finished remodel in the June 2022 issue of Drew + Jonathan Reveal magazine and often share glimpses of their home on social media .
Balancing Dreams City vs Ranch
Jonathan’s ranch nostalgia runs deep but the realities of upkeep — and Zooey’s urban lifestyle preferences — may keep them in Los Angeles for now He also noted that Drew once considered buying acreage with his wife Linda Phan to create a wellness retreat but they postponed the plan due to the challenges of maintaining such a property .
Conclusion
Jonathan Scott’s love for the countryside and memories of ranch life remain strong While he would happily embrace a move to the country Zooey’s comfort with the lifestyle and their shared love for their LA oasis mean the decision is far from simple For now their custom crafted city sanctuary remains home but the door to a rural future is still open .