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Beachfront Bahaman luxury villa, USD $22,500,000

In Caribbean, Contemporary, estate, island, luxury, Nature, seaview

Live your island dream with a villa on Pink Sands Beach

Realise your Bahaman dreams with this beachfront villa on Harbour Island. This island, once the capital of the country, remains a glorious, charming and beautiful place to visit and enjoy. A nine-bed mansion across around 1,000 sq. m complete with pool, gym, cinema and your own piece of white-sand beach is the ideal place to lay your head as you make the most of all this island has to offer.

It’s not such a bad view from the pool…

Built in 2016, La Palmeraie Villa sits on the world-famous Pink Sands Beach and has been built to celebrate the natural splendour of the location and echo the calming vibe of island life with minimalist, stylish interiors.

The main living space is open plan and designed to be shared

The heart of the internal space is the large, open-plan living-dining-kitchen area that dominates the ground floor. There are multiple sitting areas and positions for dining tables, as well as wall-length bi-fold doors that can be opened completely to allow the occupants to flow seamlessly out onto the patio around the pool.

Opening the bi-fold doors allows the activity to flow out to the terrace and pool

And you will want to be outside more than in because those views are impossible to resist. The outdoor space around the villa has designed with consideration, providing areas for sitting and eating, both covered and basking in sun. An impressive outdoor dining area comes complete with an outdoor kitchen for creating mighty meals beside the sea.

Outdoor dining for a large group is made easy with a comprehensive outdoor kitchen

The pool is of the heated variety and accompanied by a 10-person Jacuzzi – that means water-based relaxation no matter what the weather is throwing at you. In addition to the outdoor shower and sun deck, there is also a private spa and steam room to complete the experience.

The air-conditioned home gym is spacious and well-equipped

Those with energy to burn will enjoy the air-conditioned home gym suite, while a more cosy way to spend an afternoon would be in the private home cinema which comes equipped with those huge armchairs you will melt into…

Plush seats and a large screen make the home cinema a real asset

There are nine bedrooms across the property, all of which have access to the balcony and a seating area for enjoying yet more eyefuls of the sparkling sea and blue skies.

All nine bedrooms have balconies and en-suite bathrooms

The bedrooms are spacious and exceedingly chic, and all have their own en-suite bathrooms that provide modern facilities with beautiful fittings; expect a luxurious hotel-level comfort each time you wash.

A tub with a view is the must-have feature – and this view is a beauty

The villa also has a self-contained two-bed apartment, complete with a living and dining area alongside a kitchen. This is ideal for multi-generational householders who prefer their own space but enjoy gathering to share the pool or evening meals.

A separate apartment suite complete with kitchen is ideal for visitors or older generations

Not only is the view to die for, the occupants of the villa can enjoy private access to a strip of beach where loungers and umbrellas provide the beach furniture for long lazy days. There is also a beach-hut for laying on your own refreshments.

Steps lead down to a beach hut beside your private strip of beach

The location couldn’t be bettered: Harbour Island is renowned as one of the most beautiful islands in the region and can only be accessed by boat, ferry, or chartered seaplane. This seclusion – and its small size at just 3.5 miles by 1.5 miles – gives those who come a sense of wonder and shared secrecy. It’s understandably become a popular spot for music and movie stars. The charming architecture, history, variety of eateries combines with the childish thrill of traversing the island by golf cart to make this a special place to call home, however briefly.

The island is car-free so expect to be driving a golf buggy when you finally leave your beach

If you don’t want to sail your yacht directly to the island, access is by flying to North Eleuthera Airport, before taking a taxi to the boat for a five-minute trip across the waves. Alternatively you could arrive by chartered seaplane from Florida or Nassau.

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9 bedroom villa for sale in Eleuthera, The Bahamas (rightmove.co.uk)

Luxury 10-bed Mykonos marvel (Greece), €12,000,000

On 20 March 2024

In Europe, Greece, island, luxury, Nature, seaview

This stunning Greek villa echoes the traditional architecture of Mykonos

On the beautiful island of Mykonos, just ten minutes from the main town but soaking in solitude, is a glorious and luxurious 10-bed villa. Expect a stunning exterior with 1,000 sq m of living space, sitting on 13,000 sq m of land with the best view on the popular island.

Enjoys views over the sea from the swimming pool

Styled in the traditional white stone, albeit with contemporary flourishes, this villa is set over three floors beside a separate guest house closer to the pool. The hub of the household will be the ground floor, where a stylish kitchen is on show (and the workaday kitchen is more tucked away!) to provide the assembling station for your dinner parties (inside or out).

Stunning terraces are ideal for al-fresco entertaining

In addition to the dining area that seats eight, there is a larger external dining terrace that can be accessed from this floor. The area includes a spacious, bright sitting room with direct access to the pool area and uninterrupted views of the deep blue ocean beyond.

Bright and spacious rooms invite the luminous Greek sunshine inside

There is no shortage of beds for the many visitors that are sure to follow you: there are ten bedrooms, including staff rooms as required. The owner will get to enjoy the impressive master suite, which has access to a private balcony for personal moments of peace.

Ten bedrooms are spread across the property to provide ample accommodation for householders and guests

All bedrooms are accompanied by stylish, sleek bathrooms with a variety of bathing options to suit any householder. For those guests who would prefer their own autonomy while staying over, there is a guest house above the pool complete with bedrooms and a private kitchen-living-dining area.

Classic, neat yet luxurious design is visible throughout the villa

Your outdoor space is as beautifully designed and executed as the interiors, with various shaded and open terraces and a spectacular swimming pool (the salt water variety) with loungers. There is also access to a small private beach if you need to turn the view into a plunge.

The villa has access to a private beach for when you need to get your toes in the sea

Mykonos town – or Chora – is just ten minutes drive away and as pretty as a picture, with its car-free centre and charming knot of boutiques, cafes and restaurants. There is an international airport on the island (approx. 10 minutes drive from the villa) while ferries connect Mykonos with mainland Greece (Athens) as well as many of the other neighbouring islands.

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Marketed by ENGEL & VÖLKERS GREECE, Athens

10 bedroom villa for sale in Cyclades islands, Mykonos, Aleomandra, Greece (rightmove.co.uk)

Luxury 6-bed seaview Cascais home (Portugal), €15,000,000

On 6 March 2024

In city living, estate, Europe, Historic, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, Portugal, seaview

This elegant villa lies within one of the most popular coastal towns outside Lisbon

This magnificent 6-bedroom house provides incredible sea views and luxurious interiors in glorious Quinta da Marinha, one of the most sought-after areas of the beautiful coastal town of Cascais (40 mins from central Lisbon).

Sea views and serenity, yet just 40 mins from central Lisbon

Sitting on a gorgeously-landscaped plot of 2,375 sq. m, this villa provides 655 sq m of living space spread over three levels, all impeccable in style and elegance. The vibe in this property is luxurious contemporary with historical flourishes (marble is used exuberantly throughout), creating a unique, wonderful home.

The entrance hall sets the tone for this luxurious, classical property

The grand entrance hall is quite spectacular, with staircases sweeping up to the higher floors. Continue through this area, across the beautiful marble floors, to find the multiple reception and entertaining spaces on the main floor. One of the highlights is the regal living room, where connecting doors provide access to a formal dining space. Both of these rooms have multi-aspect windows and doors that lead straight out to the exterior terraces.

A formal sitting area and adjoining formal dining area could become key to your entertaining

While formal meals will likely be taken in the impressive dining room, dining out of doors will be hard to resist on the days of good weather. The balconies, terraces and patios are all carefully designed and positioned to catch the sun (or not) at different times of the day.

Eating al-fresco is eased by covered areas with cooking facilities

Back inside and staying on the ground floor, there is a spacious, elegant kitchen that is fitted with all the modern conveniences. Beside this sits a separate utility room and a wine cellar, while the kitchen opens into a breakfast area that will be ideal for less formal meals.

Indoor cooking in this stylish modern kitchen will be a joy

There is no shortage of space for householders to have separate gatherings or enjoy some peace: there’s an additional cosy sitting room and an exquisite internal courtyard, the latter of which could be ideal for some pots and light gardening.

A peaceful internal courtyard provides a serene space

Another peaceful space, albeit one likely to be used for toil, is the grandly impressive study where home working could be completed while admiring the glorious grounds from dual aspect windows. The wooden floors and paneling makes this a classic, comfortable space.

Wooden floors and opulent furnishings make this study stupendous

This main floor also has three of the bedrooms alongside a shared bathroom, which could be ideal for guests. There is also a studio apartment where yet more space for living/dining/sleeping is available – this could be useful for guests or as a staff apartment.

A choice of receptions and accommodation areas on the ground floor make hosting straughtforward

The most impressive bedrooms are to be found on the higher floor, where three suites make choosing a ‘master’ something of a challenge.

Grand and impressive bedroom suites has dressing rooms, bathrooms and access to the balcony

The bedrooms are vast and sumptuous, with direct access to the terrace that surrounds the property. The bathrooms are just as splendid, with generous use of marble that lend a classical air to the latest modern conveniences.

The bathrooms are all fitted and finished to a high standard

The suites also have their own dressing areas for the additional luxury expected in a house of this nature. It could, let’s be honest, demand more shopping is undertaken to ensure all the immaculate shelves and cupboards are filled with beautiful things..

Dressing rooms don’t get much better than this!

The views from all these bedrooms are of the lush grounds and the sparkling ocean beyond. A winning feature of the grounds is the swimming pool; its likely that the sun loungers surrounding it will get frequent use from summer visitors.

The swimming pool is a real draw, perhaps after a session in your gym?

There is also a gym and a sauna to round off a super package for the active occupants, although taking a stroll around the exquisitely landscaped grounds could prove just as tempting when exercise is needed.

The garden has been sensitively landscaped to create a beautiful, peaceful place to ponder

The house sits within a development in the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park, right on the sea front. There is a cycle path from the development that links Cascais to Guincho Beach, and the development itself contains golf courses, a health club with a spa and a pool, as well as tennis courts and riding facilities.

If you can tear yourself away from the house, the development has more leisure options including golf courses and another pool

Cascais is just a few minutes away. This traditional, charming fishing town is one of the most popular holiday spots near Lisbon and has a historic centre packed with restaurants and bars. There are also trains into Lisbon and on to Sintra from Cascais, while Humberto Delgado Airport is 34 km away.

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Marketed by Knight Frank, Portugal

6 bedroom house for sale in Lisbon, Cascais, Portugal (rightmove.co.uk)

6-bed seaview villa in Islamlar (Turkey), £3,998,500

On 14 February 2024

In Contemporary, estate, island, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, seaview, Turkey

Spacious and beautifully-located villa presents an ideal holiday home in Turkey

This estate, tucked in a village in the foothills of the Taurus mountains, enjoys proximity to Kalkan Bay – and that stunning sea view – as well as a slightly cooler temperature than down on the coast, making this the ideal Turkish luxury paradise.

Six bedrooms fill the main house, while two additional buildings can be turned into additional accommodation

This estate offers 28,000 sq m of living space on 5,000 sq m of land, with a main house providing a luxurious six-bed dwelling and accompanied by two further buildings, both with accommodation.

The interior design of this impressive villa instills calm and peace

The main house has only recently been finished and provides a calming yet opulent sanctuary within these Turkish mountains. An open-plan kitchen and dining area is sure to become the hub of activity, with patio doors ensuring the glorious gardens are easily accessible for al-fresco meals.

The stylish kitchen is finished to a high specification and flows into multiple seating areas, with access out to the terrace

The grand, high-ceiling lounge area is another space that will dazzle guests, with semi-circular windows filling the space with light and inviting the eye out to the impressive, far-reaching land and the sparkling sea beyond.

The combination of an eye-catching, high ceiling and a semi-circular array of windows make this living area a delight to relax within

Bedrooms are just as large and elegant, emphasising the landscape through large, well-placed windows and ensuring each occupant has their own private slice of luxury within the villa.

Bedrooms are vast, providing ample space for seating and dressing areas

When privacy is exhausted, you may find the householders are drawn to the generously-sized swimming pool – complete with retractable windows for year-round dips – for entertainment or exercise.

The covered swimming pool has retractable windows, allowing for swimming year-round

The house is surrounded by terraces ideal for eating and lounging outside when the weather permits. These are ideal spots to soak up the dreamy views of the bay and enjoy the sense of space that such a large plot provides.

The views from the terraces and the grounds are simply spectacular

In addition to the main house, Stone House is a self-contained unit, complete with bedrooms and living spaces. It also has its own private terrace and garden area. Finally, the Homestead Farm house has accommodation options as well as stables. There is ample parking on the estate for the many occupants if the property were to be full (of all your friends!).

Greenhouses are cultivating salads and vegetables, while orchards and vineyards produce the associated goodies year round

The land of the estate is healthy and well-cultivated; there are green houses currently producing tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, beans, lettuce and onions, as well as an orchard with plums, peaches, apricots and olives growing. To complete the Turkish dream package, there is also a vineyard.

This estate could be just the escape you need in this Turkish beauty spot

Despite the winning sense of isolation, the villa is within the historic, vibrant village of Islamlar and just 15 mins drive from Kalkan Bay. For travelling further afield, the property is located 195km from Antalya where there is an international airport.

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Marketed by Mavi Real Estate, Kalkan-Kas

6 bedroom detached villa for sale in Islamlar, Kas, Antalya, Turkey (rightmove.co.uk)

5-bed villa, Vienna (Austria), €4,775,000

On 3 January 2024

In city living, Europe, Historic, Nature, Vienna

This beautiful villa provides peace and space on the outskirts of Vienna

On the outskirts of Vienna, in the prime villa district of Mauer, sits this beautiful and very welcoming family villa with five bedrooms. It was built in 1981 by the current owners to the highest specification and the quality of the building, inside and out, has to be seen to be appreciated.

Double-height, open-plan living space feels spacious and is bathed in light

The main family living space is a double-height open plan living room that basks in light from the large windows and multiple patio doors that open the house out into the garden.

Enthusiastic use of wood-pannelling makes the dining area feel cosy – can you imagine Christmas dinner here?

The cosy, wood-panelled dining will have you all dreaming of the slopes and make for a superb venue for raucous family Christmas celebrations, as well as everyday meals. Food is prepared in a kitchen of style and accessibility, with all the latest fixtures to make cooking a pleasure. There are also a few nods to classic Austrian decor, which makes the whole house feel traditional yet modern and comfortable.

The kitchen has a classic look but is equipped with all the modern conveniences

The tiles in the kitchen are handcrafted, as is some of the flooring, for an elegance and luxurious quality that spreads throughout the villa. The modern conveniences – underfloor heating throughout and a wellness area complete with sauna – only add a sprinkling of perfection to this spacious and charming family home.

A sauna sits within the ‘wellness area’ that the property contains

There are five large and bright bedrooms across this property, served by four elegant bathrooms. The facilities for ablutions are exquisite in their finish and deliver all the options the guests may need, from powerful rain showers to deep tubs.

Four bathrooms serve five bedrooms with multiple washing options

The outside space is thoughtfully designed and contains various terraces and patios that are ideal for eating and drinking out of doors. The main feature of the gardens is the swimming pool, which was renovated in 2021 and a superb addition to this satisfying beautiful home.

The gardens have been tended with love and are dotted with terraces, patios and covered eating areas

For those desirous of a spacious home in peaceful surroundings within reach of bustling Vienna, this villa is an excellent choice. Located in the wine and villa district of Mauer, in the southern area of Vienna, there is a S-Bahn stop and a tram line which connects into Westbahnhof in the city centre. Vienna international airport is around 30km away and the city train station has long distance trains to other major cities in Austria and across Europe (Venice, Zurich, Prague, Budapest).

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Marketed by Knight Frank, Austria

5 bedroom villa for sale in Vienna, Austria (rightmove.co.uk)

Regal Tuscan villa (Italy), €12,500,000

On 6 December 2023

In estate, Europe, Italy, Large grounds, luxury, Nature

The expectation builds as you sweep along the impressive driveway towards the villa

While many Tuscan dreams are lived out in rustic farmhouses, take the idyll up a notch with this exceptional villa and estate that sits between two of the region’s most beautiful villages (Cortona and Montepulciano) with spectacular views towards both.

The main villa is one of various buildings providing space for multiple guests and purposes

The regal splendour of the property starts the moment you reach the private gates and commence the long driveway that leads up to a villa of 1,766 sq m. The land also has a clutch of outbuildings and an 8-car garage in the basement (for all your expensive vehicles) and area in the grounds for landing helicopters.

A sense of rural isolation in Tuscan countryside hides the fact that two villages lie close by for amenities

The villa is preserved in a grander time and place, with extensive use of marble and opulent furnishings giving the multiple reception rooms in the main house an air of authentic upper class living.

Marble finishes and touches give the interior the impressive air this property deserves

Formal sitting rooms and a grand dining room, as well as a study, provide ample space within the villa for the life of a busy household and ensure there is suitable area for entertaining, whether family parties or something more formal.

Multiple reception rooms can be turned to various uses for dining and lounging

The tone is rich and warm, with windows well placed to flood rooms with light and allow the fantastic location and gardens to be admired whether dining with friends or relaxing (as far as you can in such impressive surroundings) on an antique armchair.

Furnishings are sumptuous with multi-aspect doors onto terraces ideally suited for Italian summers

Across the villa and the separate guest house there are 11 bedrooms and 16 bathrooms – these may require names or themes to allow householders to keep track of these different spaces and where different visitors are placed within the property. All bedrooms are, without a doubt, splendid and comfortable, with superb views.

All 11 bedrooms spread across the main villa and outbuildings are spacious and boast superb views

The additional bedrooms are to be found across the other outbuildings on the estate, with such spaces providing options for new owners who might like to turn these rooms and buildings to other purposes – a studio, perhaps?

The additional buildings could be turned to various uses as required

The buildings all have air-conditioning and heating for comfort throughout the year and the main property hides a neat home gym that is just as splendid as the rest of the property – it’s ideal for an owner who likes to complete a work out in privacy. Again, the various outbuildings could be turned into larger gym spaces if desired.

A home gym with air conditioning is a useful amenity for the hot days of summer

The grounds are as spectacular as the setting, with the property set in 4 hectares of land, one of which has been enclosed with an elegant cast iron fence ensuring complete privacy. Immediately around the villa is a mature garden as well as an organic vegetable garden and orchard. Some of the land is currently used for rotating crops but could also be available to create a small vineyard.

The grounds are a mix of landscaped lawns and fields with rotating crops

The swimming pool – a great size at 15.5m x 7.5m – is a salt water pool with a heating option, although it’s more environmentally friendly to avoid heating if possible. Indeed, the property was completely renovated in 2011 using green/environment friendly material to try and make this historic property a little kinder to our planet.

The pool is stunning, but also environmentally-friendly

For activities beyond your gates, there are riding stables and golf courses nearby, not to mention extensive paths for walking across the countryside. Despite the sense of isolation, the property is within easy reach of major roadways to connect to Florence, Rome, Siena and Perugia.

The fountain within the circular driveway is surely the cherry on the top of this Tuscan dream villa

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Marketed by Italy Sotheby’s International Realty, Italy

24 bedroom villa for sale in Tuscany, Siena, Montepulciano, Italy (rightmove.co.uk)

5-bed Lefkada villa (Greece), €2,300,000

On 8 November 2023

In Greece, island, luxury, mountains, Nature, seaview

Views from this hillside villa are sublime

Nestled on a hill on the stunning Ionian island of Lefkada, this Greek villa offers the ideal property from which to enjoy the best this beautiful destination has to offer, plus the luxurious seclusion and stunning views we’d all like to have out of our kitchen window…

Spacious driveway starts the splendour of this Scandi-touched home

Night or day, the entrance to this impressive villa is a welcoming prospect. The interiors are elegant and contemporary, touched with a hint of Scandinavian style to make this home comfortable yet chic.

The ground floor is designed around multiple terraces; sliding doors create a seamless flow between out and in

The main section of the house is designed around two terraces, making use of large windows and sliding doors to create a sense of outdoor living even within the walls of the property. There is an open-plan sitting and dining area which opens onto the pool and the outdoor cooking area: a superb hub for entertaining all your friends and optimising the glorious setting.

Large dining area opens onto the terraces where seating areas provide more space for entertaining

The kitchen also has ample space for dining and is kitted out with all the latest conveniences without seeming to be – the slick, sleek design characteristic of the whole house is clearly evident here.

Neat but exquisitely fitted, the wood-toned kitchen is a beautiful space for food prep

In addition to a guest WC, this main floor also has one of the five bedrooms, which could make it ideal for guests in need of the privacy of their own suite. This room has a spacious sleeping area, a dressing area and an en-suite, in addition to a seating area and a terrace.

Five bedrooms are spread across the property and offer impressive views and access to terraces

The bathroom is – as all the bathrooms are – eye-catching and impeccably designed, almost more of an art piece than an area for showering (although the latter is delivered superbly!).

Elegant design in the bathrooms makes these areas more art work than ablutions

Many of the bedrooms could be deemed suites as they offer such space and privacy, some with seating areas and private terraces to allow a busy household to find spaces of contemplation and solitude.

Spacious bedrooms include seating areas for admiring the pool and the sea beyond

There are five bedrooms in total and a full house will surely spend much of the shared time out of doors in the beautiful grounds that surround the main villa.

The infinity pool is the feature of the back terrace, stretching towards the seemingly endless sea

The infinity pool stretches the length of the villa and hangs over the beautiful sea view that the hillside location of the space affords the property. It is surrounded by seating areas for dining and lounging options at different times of the day. You’ll soon find your favourite ‘sunset spot’.

Seating areas have been carefully placed for enjoying sunrises or sunsets

The outdoor kitchen area is just as sophisticated as the indoor facilities, complete with marble worktops, a sink and a barbecue. It will be a serene spot to grill your fresh fish amid the scent of pines, as your guests splash happily in the swimming pool. The dining area will provide one of the most stunning views you will have ever enjoyed with a meal.

A well-equipped outdoor kitchen and covered dining area are bound to be much used through the warm summer days

Despite its island status, Lefkada is accessible via a causeway by car or bus, with the closest airport situated 20km away: Preveza Aktion Airport. In addition to the beautiful beaches and some impressive historical sites, the island has many cafes, bars and restaurants. In Lefkada town, the marina comes alive on summer evenings, but day time pursuits include visiting the museum and the serene ‘Poet’s Garden’.

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Marketed by LEFKAS REALTY, Lefkada

5 bedroom detached villa for sale in Karya, Lefkada, Ionian Islands, Greece (rightmove.co.uk)

Stunning Cheltenham villa (UK), £5,500,000

On 1 November 2023

In Europe, Historic, luxury, UK

A Georgian-style villa seems the most appropriate residence in charming Cheltenham

For life in charming Cheltenham, a Georgian spa town on the edge of the Cotswolds, an impressive villa in the only way to go. This modern, light-filled villa sits in one of the best locations in town and has been beautifully designed and updated to create a luxurious family home with a stylish Georgian theme.

Spacious, bright entrance hall is a welcoming first experience of this sizeable home

Arrive into a spacious and light entrance hall to enter this 2-storey home that covers over 7,000 square feet. There is even enough space for a piano where lesser mortals may require shoe racks, with the elegant spiral staircase forming a feature of this generous space.

An elegant spiral staircase is as much an artistic touch as a practical facility

The cantilevered stone staircase is an artistic creation in itself – and top-lit for a cascade of daylight – but stroll further into this ground floor to find multiple reception rooms to cater to all needs.

Octagonal spaces add a notable feature to these beautiful rooms

Perhaps the most striking of the ground floor spaces is the octagonal sitting area, which leads off the large kitchen and breakfast bar. This ‘hub’ is large and modern, providing all that is needed for entertaining or simply chilling out with the rest of the family.

The modern kitchen is incredibly well-equipped with plenty of space to make and lounge

The magnificent kitchen is equipped to highest standard, with the space and convenience to make whipping up meals as pleasurable as the views out of the windows. When not nibbling at the kitchen bar, there is a formal and impressive dining room to use for eating.

Formal dining would take place in this separate, elegant space

The ground floor also has a cosy and private library as well as a comfortable drawing room, with patio doors that open onto the garden and terraces. This ensures a busy household can find privacy and peace as required.

The private study is well fitted out with dark wood shelving for storing all the books and documents needed

Once the charming staircase has been climbed, you will find four double bedrooms on the first floor, including the extraordinary octagonal master suite complete with large dressing area and sumptuous en-suite.

The master bedroom occupies the octagonal space on the first floor – and what an impressive suite it is!

The three other bedrooms on this floor are spacious and light-filled, albeit in a more uniform shape, and all offer en-suite facilities that are beautifully finished and fitted.

The bathrooms in this property are as sophisticated as the whole house, with modern showers and large tubs galore

The remaining bedrooms are situated within the Eastern wing of the house, where a real treat is in store for those lazy evenings – the cinema room. There is also a playroom for keeping the little people occupied and a shower room to serve the two guest bedrooms.

Dark and comfortable, the cinema room is going to become a popular option for an evening spent at home

The house has been designed and laid out so that the main living areas face south over the gardens and open onto a beautiful terrace within one of the largest gardens in town. The main feature is the swimming pool which dominates and impresses.

This property has one of the biggest gardens in town, complete with a swimming pool

This is a property that facilitates entertaining outside when the weather allows, with multiple seating and dining areas as well as a outdoor kitchen for ease of catering.

Dining or lounging al-fresco is a pleasure with beautifully-laid patios and an outdoor kitchen

Potential owners may be interested to hear that 45 The Park, as this villa is known, is award winning, with the Georgian Group’s Giles Worsley Architectural Award 2008 for a ‘New Building in a Georgian Context’ and Best Architecture (single unit) in the Daily Mail Property Awards 2008 in its trophy cabinet.

You’ll quickly understand why this elegant property has won so many awards

The Park is in a quiet residential area known to be one of Cheltenham’s most well regarded: Tivoli. The house is close to a range of local independent shops, cafes and stores within the areas of Montpellier and the Promenade (both less than a mile away).

Could this be the gated driveway you pull into at the end of the day?

In terms of connections, the house is easily accessible from the M5, north and south and the A419 to Swindon and the M4. There is a world-renowned school in Cheltenham – Cheltenham Ladies College – and the closest airport for flying in would Bristol (53 miles) or Birmingham (57 miles), with London Heathrow 94 miles away.

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Marketed by Knight Frank, Cheltenham

6 bedroom detached house for sale in The Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 (rightmove.co.uk)

8-bed perfecto in Porto, Sardinia (Italy), €15,000,000

On 13 October 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, island, Italy, luxury, Nature, seaview

Nestled in the Miata hills, this villa is a peaceful haven with spectacular sea views

In the rolling hills of Miata, on Italy’s island gem of Sardinia, is a spectacular villa surrounded by greenery, which overlooks the shimmering azure ocean. From the glorious pool, the new owner and plenty of guests can laze under the Italian sun and admire the views that sparkle, no matter the season.

The large swimming pool is just one of the glories of this exceptional villa

The interior of the main building is open plan, with full-sized windows and patio doors to let all the space wash with Sardinian light. The sitting, dining and cooking areas flow together logically and the space contains eye-catching design flourishes that will impress all those who move through it.

Multiple sitting and dining areas are spread across the vast open-plan living space

The luxurious kitchen has direct access to an outdoor cooking area with a barbeque, but inside the chef will find all the equipment and fittings needed, included a wood-fired oven built by master bakers in addition to more modern ovens and hobs, with a cellar for storing the wine.

With windows on all sides, these living spaces feel more outside than inside when the sun is up

That said, you’ll find it hard to not want to take your meals outside at one of the various seating areas around the swimming pool. There are a number of these, both shaded and uncovered, to suit the temperatures and your sun tolerance. The view will always be magnificent.

Outdoor seating areas are spread around the patio areas for seated enjoyment of the setting

In terms of sleeping quarters, the palatial master suite is accessed straight off the lounge and provides plenty of space for seating and dressing areas. There is a gloriously-designed en-suite bathroom attached and the windows deliver that same magnificent view. It’s worth getting out of bed for..

The master suite is accessed straight off the lounge and provides plenty of space for seating areas and dressing areas

There are a further five bedrooms spread across the main house, all of which could earn the title of ‘suite’ courtesy of their space and the contemporary bathrooms that accompany them. They all have direct access to an outside terrace and provide comfortable privacy in what could be a busy house.

Well-appointed bathrooms – one per bedroom – contain the latest mod cons and conveniences

In addition to the main villa, this estate also has a separate building named La Torre, which has been renovated into a guest house. Within this striking structure (it has been completed renovated for luxury living with some historic touches) can be found the final two bedrooms with their respective bathrooms. Could this be let out? Or you may prefer to offer your guests the complete privacy of their own house when they come to stay – and they will come!

The luxurious guest bedrooms in La Torre have beautiful bathrooms to match

Back in the main building, drop down to the lower ground to find a modern gym and a library large enough to contain a sizeable meeting table. This latter space could easily be turned to different uses, depending on the owners’ interests.

The private park that surrounds the villa has been thoughtfully planted

The villa sits within a 6,300 sq m private park that is dotted with carefully selected plants to ensure the park thrives in this part of the island, considering the climate. The villa’s positioning in the hills ensures the sea views are impressive from every corner of the house and grounds, and it manages to combine a sense of solitude with proximity to the necessary amenities to make this the ideal place to make more than just a holiday home.

When you can bear to leave, the bustle of charming Porto Cervo will offer some compensation (plus you can always come back!)

The villa is in Porto Cervo, one of Sardinia’s northern seaside resorts that has established itself as an exclusive location for the wealthiest Italian holidaymakers. There are luxury spas, world-class restaurants, designer boutiques as well as bars and cafes within easy reach of the house.

The closest airport is Olbia, around 32 km away, and the villa is well-positioned for taking visitors to see some key tourist sites. It’s 3 km from the nuragic complex of Albucciu, 6 km from the tomb of the giants of Li Lolghi, and 9 km from the Cannigione beach.

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Marketed by CARRATELLI REAL ESTATE, Pienza

8 bedroom villa for sale in Porto Cervo, Sassari, Sardinia, Italy (rightmove.co.uk)

Sumptuous Mallorcan cortijo (Spain), €24,950,000

On 9 October 2023

In Contemporary, Europe, island, Large grounds, luxury, Nature, seaview, Spain

Just five minutes outside the Mallorcan town of Andratx is the stunning port of the same name, reputed as one of the loveliest harbours in the Mediterranen. Sitting pretty on the hill above the harbour – boasting the twin wins of sea and mountain panoramas – is a stunning and exquisitely designed villa on a plot of 100,000 sq m.

A cortijo is a traditional rural dwelling, like a farmhouse – but don’t expect rustic rough-n-ready at this one

The view may be jaw-dropping, but the villa will draw the eye away from the moment you start up the paved private driveway towards the buildings that make up the property: 1,350 sq m including the main residence, two additional buildings, and a barbecue and pool bar area.

The house has been beautifully designed and built to complement the natural area

The main building is designed to optimise the spectacular views, with the ground floor surging into a large open kitchen and dining area where the household and all guests have plenty of space to socialise.

Sleek, spacious and bright spaces are unexpected but welcome, and the kitchen is no exception

There is also a formal dining area, an expansive lounge and a cosy living room complete with a fire for the cooler months. All reception rooms gain from the well-placed windows, allowing the landscape and the sea view to flood into the property.

Formal dining spaces are available alongside the casual areas around the kitchen

Having so many seating areas and reception rooms is ideal for a busy household, enabling space for different groups and for those seeking some solitude.

The chic elegance of the interiors allows the rooms to feel calming

Climb up the gorgeous staircase to the first floor to find a grand master bedroom suite complete with a walk-in closet. It’s an impressive principle suite and will provide all the space you need for comfortable privacy in luxurious, minimalist conditions.

Bedrooms are large, employing clean lines and minimal fuss to create comfortable spaces

The bathrooms that are attached to the bedrooms (there are two on this floor) are almost as vast as the sleeping rooms themselves, finished with high-quality his-n-hers facilities to suite the various occupants and visitors.

Bathrooms are large and completely kitted out with every washing option you can think of

This floor also has a terrace for morning sights of the sea, although occupants may find themselves spending time on the main terrace on the ground floor that wraps around the villa and the pool area.

An outside kitchen, BBQ and eating area, alongside shaded terraces and seating, will make al-fresco life the norm

There are shaded lounging areas, large tables and outdoor cooking facilities that are ideally designed for entertaining and spending long afternoons and evenings outside.

If you like your laps, this pool is a perfect size and shape

The pool is spectacular and surrounded by loungers and seats, with constant sight of the incredible views across the sea to the mountains beyond. When its get a little chilly for being outside, take the stairs down the basement to discover an additional treat..

And feeling the winter chill? Fear not, the indoor pool is just as impressive

The basement is dominated by another spectacular pool. This indoor heated pool is accompanied by a dry sauna and steam room, along with a gym, for the complete home-spa experience.

The home sauna could become the place you restore in after a busy day of work

There is a bathroom down on this level for washing away the sweat as well as space to install a home cinema if the new owner wishes.

Serious outdoor cooking facilities are provided to make al-fresco meals sophisticated

The additional buildings provide yet further amenities for the owner. There is enough garage space for 20 cars (time to start a new collection?) and two additional, separate guest houses.

Separate houses with their own living and sleeping space provides options for the new owner

One of these separate houses has been renovated to contain two en-suite bedrooms and an open kitchen-dining-living space. The second house has a slightly bigger space and could accommodate a further 2-3 bedrooms if desired (it’s currently being used for storage).

No matter the room, the view is all-consuming, as it should be in this incredible location

Immediately outside of the villa it’s all about the vast pool and terrace area, but beyond the terraces are the extensive grounds that contain a small forest, landscaped gardens and a lake.

Beyond the pool and terraces, the land contains a lake, a small forest and landscaped gardens

It’s worth noting that the estate has a helicopter landing license and space for a grass tennis court if the new owner is keen. In terms of amenities, the Harbour area boasts everything needed, from supermarkets and cafes, to bars and upmarket restaurants. There are also modern art galleries, with the airport just 28 mins away.

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Marketed by Strand Properties, Marbella

7 bedroom cortijo for sale in Balearic Islands, Mallorca, Andratx, Spain (rightmove.co.uk)

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