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A place in the sun
Britain may be uncharacteristically sunny right now, but come autumn that sun will be sure to slink back behind the clouds. Need a place where you can soak-up Vitamin D all year round? Whether you permanently want to escape the (often) dreary skies of Britain or are simply thinking of buying up a part-time holiday home abroad, we’ve rounded up a handful of the best overseas properties on the market. From Spanish villas and Caribbean estates to Grecian sanctuaries and private islands, read on to discover your next dream home.
Fancy owning your very own resort? Only accessible via boat or seaplane, Tiamo Resort occupies a secluded stretch of South Andros shoreline. With 14 acres of land set right on the beachfront, this eco-luxury retreat boasts 11 villas for up to 40 guests, plus a separate owner’s villa from which you can enjoy the white-sand beaches, turquoise sea, restaurant, spa, pool and boutique.
$8,500,000, sothebysrealty.com
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This listing features not one, but two homes on Maui’s coveted Makena coastline. As well as 40 ft of secluded beachfront with views from Molokini to Kahoʻolawe, the properties sit just minutes from Waiea’s renowned golf courses, resorts, restaurants and shops.
$45,000,000, hawaiilife.com
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Looking like something straight out of Grand Designs, this Grecian villa is embedded directly in the hillside. As well as the main residence, there’s a separate guesthouse, multiple terraces, an outdoor home theatre and an infinity pool.
€7,500,000, sothebysrealty.com
The only thing better than one historic Italian villa? Three historic Italian villas. In the heart of Brianza, just a few kilometres from Milan, this Lombardy estate dates back to 1850. Set within 10 hectares of private parkland, the estate features three properties (totalling to 15 bedrooms) plus a private chapel and swimming pool.
€4,900,000, engelvoelkers.com
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The childhood home of Thomas Jefferson, the future president lived on this plantation estate from 1745 to 1752. In the grounds sits the original one-room schoolhouse constructed by his father where Jefferson is believed to have received his earliest formal education. An especially old home by American standards, the main house dates back to 1733 – with much of the original material, including period windows and woodwork still intact. With 557 acres of land, there’s also an array equestrian facilities and historic outbuildings (many of which are remnants of its slave labour).
$17,000,000, sothebysrealty.com
It’s one of the most celebrated hotels in the world, and now you have the chance to live in it – all year round. Designed by Jean-Louis Deniot, residents will gain access to the Stage & Screen Theatre, amongst other amenities. Of all the starry names who have stayed over in the celebrated hotel, Cole Porter was the biggest fan, living at the hotel for nearly three decades in suite 33A (today his piano has been returned to the hotel where it’s played nightly at Peacock Alley).
$12,500,000, streeteasy.com
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Situated in the heart of the Val di Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is this meticulously restored rural estate. Set within 10 acres of grounds, there are gazebos, a swimming pool with a whirlpool area, and landscaped gardens to relax in. The property spans a total of 11,480 sq ft of interior space, including 13 bedrooms, Arabesque-inspired courtyards and, the centerpiece, an elegant glass house.
€6,800,000, sothebysrealty.com
One of Tuscany’s most notable historic residences, this 18th-century villa is the former home of Carolina Bonaparte, sister of Napoleon and Queen of Naples. Situated in the hills of Lucca, the estate spans six hectares of historic parkland. At the heart of the residence lies a double‑height hall, enriched with stuccoes by Sebastiano Puccini and large canvases attributed to Pier Dandini, making this home one of the most significant expressions of 18th‑century Lucchese decorative art.
€26,000,000, .italy-sothebysrealty.com
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The ultimate blend of old and new, this historic property is home to a restored Biblical fresco by Antonio Martínez de Pocasangre, dating back to 1812 – a work significant to San Miguel de Allende’s UNESCO-recognised cultural legacy. More recently renovated by former owner and photographer Deborah Turbeville, it now includes a rooftop pool. Documenting her life in the home, the property found fame in her Rizzoli photography book Casa No Name. Though it currently operates as a boutique hotel, there’s potential to transform it back into a family home.
$5,995,000, evrealestate.com
The former home of a young Woody Allen and internationally renowned designer Geoffrey Bradfield, this townhouse in Lenox Hill sits just off Park Avenue. Dating back to 1899, this four-bedroom home boasts a range of period features, including Venetian plaster walls, a working fireplace, 12 ft ceilings, neoclassical mouldings, a wet bar and library. For those after more modern conveniences, there’s also a private terrace, rooftop terrace, gym and elevator.
$14,995,000, sothebysrealty.com
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This eco home was designed with energy efficiency in mind, having achieved its A rating through underfloor heating, double glazing, smart home systems, geothermal heating, heat-pump technology and solar panels. Inside, there’s a gym, sauna and wine cellar, plus panoramic views across the harbour towards Dragonera Island and, on clear days, Ibiza.
€18,500,000, spain-sothebysrealty.com
Spanning 200 ft of Palm Beach waterfront, this gated estate boasts 15 bedrooms and 18 bathrooms. There’s a full performing arts theatre complete with a stage, a chef’s kitchen, red clay tennis court, boat house, pavilion, loggia and six-car garage – plus a heated infinity pool with swim-resistance jets.
$157,000,00, .christiesrealestate.com
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Set across over 11 acres on the shores of Cypress Lake, this seven-bedroom property features every amenity you could desire: a chef’s kitchen, theater, golf simulator, multiple game rooms, wine room, private elevator, 10-car garage, basketball court, boat dock and ramp, smart home automation system and fitness centre. The highlight, however, sits outside where the resort style pool boasts cascading waterfalls, natural stones, a water slide, diving board and terraces.
$27,000,000, sothebysrealty.com
It may be called Camelot, but this 27-acre country-club-style estate is far from a medieval fort. Set against panoramic views of the Wasatch Mountains and Heber Valley, this property isn’t designed for those who dream of a sedentary lifestyle. There are professional dressage and jumping arenas, an Olympic-size indoor pool, tennis court, baseball field and ‘soccer’ field.
$23,500,000, christiesrealestate.com
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Though classic in character, this Spanish villa is full of modern amenities. Throughout the five-bedroom villa is a cinema room, billiards and bar area, a temperature-controlled wine cellar, an indoor pool, plus space for a spa and gym. A further pool and pond sit outside.
€5,500,000, spain-sothebysrealty.com
This palatial estate extends to over 22,000 sq ft of living space – including dual kitchens, a staff cottage, open-plan great room, elevated infinity-edge pool, jacuzzi, gym and oceanfront pavilion with access to the beach.
$59,000,000, sothebysrealty.com
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Want the charm of Europe with the ease of Californian living? This estate gives you the best of both worlds. With 360-degree views across Los Angeles, this castle-style estate features everything from a gym and billiard room to a two storey library, theatre, ballroom and Venetian stained glass interiors. Outside, sits a pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, putting green, fruit and vegetable garden, tennis court and koi garden.
$69,995,000, christiesrealestate.com
Spanning 951 acres, Castleton encompasses a 19th century Greek Revival mansion, 16 historic barns, 10 homes, a stone tower, and an equine cemetery. Since it was founded in 1793, its pastures have been home to multiple Thoroughbred champions. The former home of Ryanair co-founder Tony Ryan, this impressive property is being auctioned off on 28 October at Keeneland’s exclusive Championship Sale – the world’s largest Thoroughbred auction house.
Guide price of $57,500,000, sothebysrealty.com
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A new addition to Mustique’s luxurious property portfolio, this five-bedroom villa features a hot tub, private bar, gym, firepit, and views over the iconic Macaroni Beach. And with a butler, house manager, chef, two gardeners and two housekeepers on hand, you can really put your feet up.
From £45,000 per week (including staff), mustique-island.com
Set in the northern suburb of Ekali, this estate brings together three fully independent houses into one residency with wellness facilities, an elevator, staff quarters and secluded landscaped gardens with pool. Designed around the central garden, each house is arranged over three levels, embracing neo-classical grandeur with white façades, colonnaded halls, marble and gilt finishes, and chandelier-lit reception rooms. The residence also offers a five-car garage, sauna, jacuzzi, solar infrastructure and water desalination, and is eligible for both the Golden Visa and the Greek Non-Dom Program.
€6,000,000, sothebysrealty.gr
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Brought to life by designer and developer Ramtin Ray Nosrati, this Beverly Hills property is just a stone’s throw from Beverly Hills Hotel and the world-famous shopping centre, Rodeo Drive. With views stretching across Downtown LA and the Pacific, this six-bedroom, 10-bathroom home makes for an idyllic retreat. Perfect for fashion lovers, the owner’s wardrobe is believed to be among the largest residential closets ever permitted in Los Angeles. The residence also features a double-height foyer, extensive indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces, floor-to-ceiling glass, landscaped grounds with waterfalls and water features, all within a private gated setting.
$53,000,000, knightfrank.co.uk
Set within 145,000 sqft of landscaped grounds in the exclusive enclave of Santa Ponsa, this Mallorcan villa boasts nearly 20,500 sqft of living space. Arranged across multiple self-contained residences, it provides 10 bedrooms and 13 bathrooms. Outside, sits a tennis court and a large swimming pool with a bar area, surrounded by terraces and patios. Beyond the grounds are open views across the neighbouring golf course, with glimpses of the Mediterranean sea.
£21,570,734, johndwood-international.com
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Set with Rocco Forte Verdura’s 230-hectare resort, residents of this four-bedroom villa gain a complimentary two-year membership to the its championship golf course – plus access to the hotel’s 5* amenities, 10 restaurants/bars, private beach and Irene Forte Spa. From the pergola-shaded terrace, landscaped garden and infinity pool outdoors, to the ensuite bedrooms indoors, this home enjoys panoramic views across the Sicilian landscape.
€4,240,000, roccofortehotels.com
