Luxury Holiday Rental: French Bastide in the South Luberon
Dreaming of a getaway in the south of France? This charming retreat is set near one of the most beautiful villages of France, Loumarin, just 30 minutes from the city of Aix-en-Provence.
Dreaming of a getaway in the south of France? This charming retreat is set near one of the most beautiful villages of France, Loumarin, just 30 minutes from the city of Aix-en-Provence.
The luxury holiday rental sleeps up to 15 people with 6 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms across 6458 square feet of highly livable spaces.
Dating back to the 17th and 18h centuries, the French bastide oozes Provencal charm, built around a central courtyard which is shaded by an ancient Plane tree.
The entire estate spans over 27 acres of grounds, including parkland, olive groves, vegetable gardens, orchards, ponds and a spring.
A gym, yoga and relaxation room, along with a swimming pool and pool house, completes the reverie.
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Luxury Holiday Rental: Stay at this Elegant 15th Century Villa in the Tuscan Hills
Surrounded by an iconic Tuscan landscape of olive groves and vineyards, dotted with majestic cypresses, this Tuscan retreat is steeped in Italian history, belonging to several notable families throughout its ~600 year history.
Nestled in a secluded park in the town of Impruneta, located 15 km from the city centre of Florence, Villa Il Poggio sleeps up to 14 in 7 bedrooms.
Surrounded by an iconic Tuscan landscape of olive groves and vineyards, dotted with majestic cypresses, this Tuscan retreat is steeped in Italian history, belonging to several notable families throughout its ~600 year history.
The Italian villa is fully restored for modern living and has retained much of its original charm, featuring frescoes, terracotta floors, and beamed ceilings, while the original antique furniture throughout adds another level of Italian charm of the property.
Complete with a swimming pool and several terraces, the property also boasts a lovely pergola for dining alfresco and an authentic stone pizza oven.
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Swiss Mansion in the Vaud Countryside
The ‘Maison de Maitre’ is located in the heart of a French-speaking part of Switzerland in the commune of Crassier, 20 minutes from Geneva.
The ‘Maison de Maitre’ dates back to 1775 and features high ceilings and parquet floors, and offers a wealth of period details throughout the 9 bedroom home with intricate mouldings, period tapestries, and sculpted fireplaces.
The Swiss mansion for sale comes with a vaulted cellar, a lift inside the home, and a separate outbuilding for staff.
Offering total privacy, the period property is nestled in 6.72 acre of parkland with hundred year old trees, orchards, a vegetable garden, and a swimming pool with a summer pavilion.
The property is located in the heart of a French-speaking part of Switzerland in the commune of Crassier, 20 minutes from Geneva.
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A Provençal Olive-Growing Estate in Grasse, France
Dream of creating a boutique olive oil brand in the south of France, without sacrificing style or comfort? This French Riviera property could be for you!
Dream of creating a boutique olive oil brand in the south of France, without sacrificing style or comfort? This French Riviera property could be for you!
Comprising a main mansion with two guest pavilions and an authentic 18th century farmhouse, the Mediterranean estate spans 14 acres of lush grounds with citrus orchards and rose gardens, as well as 1000 olive trees in production.
Offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, the main residence on the property spans approximately 5300 square feet with two bedroom suites with private terraces, two living rooms, a gourmet kitchen, and a wine cellar.
The Provençal-style living spaces open out onto the surrounding terraces, shared with the two guest pavilions which flank the main residence and provide an additional bedroom of accomodation in each, along with a fitness room.
Set back from the main property and surrounded by hundred-year-old olive trees, you’ll find a large swimming pool and terraces (and a pool house to be restored), along with an additional 1-bedroom guest suite, nestled in the lush greenery.
The 18th century ‘mas’ on the property presents a unique opportunity for boutique tourism on the olive estate.
The authentic farmhouse has 3 ensuite bedrooms, a kitchen, and an outdoor dining area with a pizza oven, in addition to its own swimming pool.
The property also comes with a caretaker’s cottage.
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Timeless Country Estate in Bedminster, New Jersey
With its Georgian facade and stunning formal gardens, this classic estate could belong in the English countryside.
The classic estate could easily belong in the English countryside, surrounded by incredible gardens by landscape architect Deborah Nevins & Associates which perfectly complement the Georgian facade, featuring custom brick with limestone detailing.
Approached on a stone-arched bridge and down a long driveway meandering through the 81 acre estate, the property is set in the heart of Bedminster's famed horse country.
The Georgian-style estate was custom built in 2007, designed by Alan Greenberg and featuring interiors by Elissa Cullman of Cullman & Kravis.
The 19,000 square foot manor offers 6 bedrooms and 9+6 bathrooms, spread across 3 levels featuring grand, formal interiors with details like intricate hand-carved mouldings, coffered ceilings, French polished doors, and quartersawn oak flooring.
The grand staircase appears to float to the second level, illuminated by a central dome and cupola.
The classic home offers state-of-the-art amenities as well, with a home gym, sauna, massage rooms, and sound-proofed screening room. There’s also a club room with a custom bar and fireplace, and a 5000-bottle wine cellar.
The property also comes with an Olympic-sized swimming pool with spa, a 4 car garage with an apartment, a 3-car carriage house, and an estate manager’s office.
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Elegant Red Brick Mansion in the Hertfordshire Countryside
The striking Grade-I listed Moor Place Mano is nestled in the heart of an 80 acre estate, with private park, farmland, and woodland, just a 10 minute drive from the market town of Bishop’s Stortford.
The striking Grade-I listed Moor Place Mano is nestled in the heart of an 80 acre estate, with private park, farmland, and woodland, just a 10 minute drive from the market town of Bishop’s Stortford.
An elegant abode for any gentleman farmer, Moor Place Manor comes with incredible lifestyle amenities, including an impressive tennis court and outdoor swimming pool.
Inside, the Georgian manor offers 10,642 square feet of accommodation with rich period detailing, several reception rooms, and a grand cantilevered stone staircase ascending to the master suite and 5 bedrooms on the first floor, with an additional 5 bedrooms on the second floor.
The manor offers a total of 14 bedrooms, the remainder of which are located in the property’s 1886 Norman Shaw west wing.
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Luxury Villa Rental on the Waterfront of Lake Como
Nestled in the estate grounds of the prestigious Villa d’Este, this historic lakefront villa dates back to 1815 and was built by Caroline of Brunswick, Princess of Wales and the future Queen of England, to host the Count and the Countess Pino.
Dating back to 1815, this incredible lakefront villa has royal ties, built by Caroline of Brunswick, Princess of Wales and the future Queen of England, to host the Count and the Countess Pino.
Nestled in the estate grounds of the prestigious Villa d’Este, just steps from the Cardinal’s Building, the property comes with full access to the Estate’s restaurants, bars, spa, indoor swimming pool, floating swimming pool, and the sporting club (gym, Turkish baths and sauna, tennis courts, and putting green).
Fully renovated in 2019, the nearly 7000 square foot luxury villa rental sleeps up to 10 guests in 4 bedrooms, offering spectacular lake views from the balconies.
The expansive lakefront terrace is the perfect spot for dining al fresco and taking in those iconic Lake Como views.
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500 Acre California Estate in Napa Wine Country
Villa Montana was custom-built in the early 2000s for the current owners, San Francisco 49ers great Joe Montana and his wife Jennifer.
Villa Montana was custom-built in the early 2000s for the current owners, San Francisco 49ers great Joe Montana and his wife Jennifer, inspired by the historic properties they visited on their travels throughout Italy and France.
The timeless residence has real patina, with much of the architectural elements and furniture imported in from Europe.
The couple spent years hunting down incredible pieces at flea markets, brocantes, and stone yards across Italy and France, with finds like 16th century iron gates, old marble floors, and carved statues.
The Italianate-style 3-bedroom residence is accessed by a bridge over a moat, and the 7 bedroom property includes a guesthouse and a caretaker’s cottage, as well as a professional equestrian complex for 30 horses, with staff accommodation.
Two turreted towers provide panoramic views over Mt. St. Helena, and the Mediterranean-style villa is complete with a 3500 bottle wine cellar, with a tasting room and outdoor terrace.
Villa Montana is fit for royalty, with vaulted and beamed ceilings throughout, and several grand fireplaces—one featuring a fresco of the family crest.
The California wine country estate has a swimming pool, various sports courts (bocce, tennis), as well as streams for canoeing and ponds for fishing.
Landscaped with groves of ancient Tuscan varietals, the property can produce up to 60 gallons of house olive oil each year.
A legacy property with incredible quality and craftsmanship, Villa Montana is a true gem.
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One of the Prettiest Houses in Cornwall
Set near the Cornish coast, the 5.5 acre property offers bucolic views over the rolling countryside from its private botanical gardens and is just 4 miles from the pretty harbour town of Fowey.
The Grade II* listed Queen Anne style house dates back to 1707, when it was built for John Thomas, although the property was first mentioned in 1327 as the seat of a branch of the local Courtenay family.
The south facing country house makes a striking first impression with Pentewan stone masonry and 4 granite Ionic columns dominating the elegant facade.
Inside, the boutique residence offers 3250 square feet of living space and features elegant proportions throughout, with 2 principal reception rooms on either side of a central hallway and a kitchen and generous breakfast room at the rear of the house.
The first floor houses 3 of the bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room, and there is an additional bedroom and adjoining nursery on the second floor.
The cellars beneath the property are extensive, and could be converted into additional living and entertaining spaces, pending permits. Across from the grand house are the former garages, converted into a studio/workshop, and additional outbuildings.
Great Treverran is surrounded in mature gardens with rare specimen trees, inducing rare palms, camellias, bananas, bamboos, and a variety of Australian trees and shrubs. Set near the Cornish coast, the 5.5 acre property offers bucolic views over the rolling countryside from its private botanical gardens.
Set in one of south Cornwall's most beautiful areas, the country estate is just 4 miles from the pretty harbour town of Fowey, with excellent shops, restaurants, and thriving local community.
Located in the parish of Tywardreath, the house is mentioned in Daphne Du Maurier’s novel, ‘House on the Strand’, named after the Cornish meaning of the village name.
This incredible property offers an idyllic lifestyle in the Cornish countryside.
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The Grade II* listed Queen Anne style house dates back to 1707, when it was built for John Thomas, although the property was first mentioned in 1327 as the seat of a branch of the local Courtenay family.
The south facing country house makes a striking first impression with Pentewan stone masonry and 4 granite Ionic columns dominating the elegant facade.
Inside, the boutique residence offers 3250 square feet of living space and features elegant proportions throughout, with 2 principal reception rooms on either side of a central hallway and a kitchen and generous breakfast room at the rear of the house.
The first floor houses 3 of the bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room, and there is an additional bedroom and adjoining nursery on the second floor.
The cellars beneath the property are extensive, and could be converted into additional living and entertaining spaces, pending permits. Across from the grand house are the former garages, converted into a studio/workshop, and additional outbuildings.
Great Treverran is surrounded in mature gardens with rare specimen trees, inducing rare palms, camellias, bananas, bamboos, and a variety of Australian trees and shrubs. Set near the Cornish coast, the 5.5 acre property offers bucolic views over the rolling countryside from its private botanical gardens.
Set in one of south Cornwall's most beautiful areas, the country estate is just 4 miles from the pretty harbour town of Fowey, with excellent shops, restaurants, and thriving local community.
Located in the parish of Tywardreath, the house is mentioned in Daphne Du Maurier’s novel, ‘House on the Strand’, named after the Cornish meaning of the village name.
This incredible property offers an idyllic lifestyle in the Cornish countryside.
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The Deer Tower is a Fairytale Property For Sale, 1 Hour From London
The 18th century country house is set in the heart of a 120 acre estate near the village of Chiddingfold on the Surrey/West Sussex border.
This one-of-a-kind English property on the market for the first time in 25 years.
The 18th century country house is set in the heart of a 120 acre estate near the village of Chiddingfold on the Surrey/West Sussex border.
The castellated tower is punctuated with four turrets, one on each corner, and the property was tastefully refurbished in the 1990s by award-winning architect Duncan O’Kelly.
Today, Deer Tower offers 4,417 square feet of elegant living space with 3 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms, and several secret rooms.
The heart of the home is the octagonal sitting room which has a beautiful open fireplace and Georgian windows which open to the ornamental gardens.
Immediately surrounded by mature, formal gardens, you’ll be charmed by the property’s water features and sun terraces, as well as the crenellated gazebo, designed to mirror the tower.
There are several outbuildings on the private estate, as well as a barn and greenhouses.
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