Restored French Chateau in the Cher Valley, France

The 17+ acre estate is located in the heart of France's Loire Valley region, just a few kilometres from Blois and Tours which offer rail connection to Paris in 1 hour.

The 15th century chateau was extended in the 18th and 20th century by a series of illustrious owners.

Once a royal home, this chateau was once home to the treasurer of France, Charles VII, Louis XI as well as the Duke of Choiseul.

The French chateau has been restored and updated for modern living while preserving much of its authentic charm and offers 27 bedrooms with several grand reception rooms, currently run as a boutique hotel.

The 17+ acre estate is located in the heart of France's Loire Valley region, just a few kilometres from Blois and Tours which offer rail connection to Paris in 1 hour.

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Iconic Vineyard Estate in Malibu, California

The 180-acre Malibu Estate comes with a fully operational vineyard with 10,000 vines of cabernet, shiraz, chardonnay and merlot grapes, along with its own vineyard brand, Rosenthal Wines.

This property is on the market for $38,000,000, co-listed with Sandro Dazzan of The Agency, and Jade Mills and Joyce Rey of Coldwell Banker

The 180-acre Malibu Estate comes with a fully operational vineyard with 10,000 vines of cabernet, shiraz, chardonnay and merlot grapes, along with its own vineyard brand, Rosenthal Wines.

Located just 5 minutes from Malibu’s beaches and 20 miles from Santa Monica, the Malibu Estate feels like a different country within its gated grounds. 

The property was built for the Rosenthal family in 1980, designed as an homage to the Mexican hacienda by architect Louis Angelikis, inspired by the ranchitos outside Mexico city that Mr. Rosenthal has visited. 

The 12,000 square foot residence offers 8 bedrooms, a gym, and a guest house, and has been modernized for contemporary living. 

Large spaces with beamed ceilings and ornate wood detail open outdoors, extending onto a covered terrace with outdoor fireplace, and poolside lounges. 

With stunning views over vineyards and mountains, the Rosenthal Estate is an oasis, designed for resort-style living, with not one, but two pools on the lush estate. 

Surrounded by 600 olive trees and with views over vineyards, the Malibu estate is set at the end of a 1000-foot, mature oak tree-lined and gated drive, 1400 feet above the coast.

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Timeless Georgian-Revival Style Mansion on Beverly’s ‘Gold Coast', MA

Back in the late 1800s and early 1900s, the most affluent families from Boston would venture north to build their “summer cottages'', inspired by the great estates of New England. Rock Edge is one of the last remaining of these iconic estates, built in 1911 for wealthy Bostonian Mrs. Marion (Appleton Coolidge) Sargent.

The 28,000+ square foot property sits high above the rocky shoreline on Beverly’s Gold Coast in Massachusetts.

Back in the late 1800s and early 1900s, the most affluent families from Boston would venture 20 miles north to build their “summer cottages'', inspired by the great estates of New England.

Rock Edge is one of the last remaining of these iconic estates, built in 1911 for wealthy Bostonian Mrs. Marion (Appleton Coolidge) Sargent.

The most famous resident of Rock Edge was American tennis champion, Eleanora R. Sears, who purchased the property in 1940 and was rumored to entertain her admirers Harold S. Vanderbilt and the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII of England) at the estate.

She lived at the property until her death in 1968, at which point the current owners purchased the estate.

Recently updated for modern living by Linda Zarifi Design, the 11 bedroom, 12 bathroom home features old world elegance throughout with grand living space and as many as 14 wood burning fireplaces featuring fine marble mantels.

The 1500 square foot kitchen offers Carerra marble countertops, complete with a butler’s pantry and a lovely sunroom offering sea views.

The property comes with a deed to the beach below, shared with only 4 other families.

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French Farmhouse in the Heart of the Cévennes National Park

The 74 acre country estate is set within a nature reserve in southern France, a region of unspoiled countryside that has been named a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

The 74 acre country estate is set within a nature reserve in southern France, a region of unspoiled countryside that has been named a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

The French farmhouse offers nearly 10,000 square feet of living space, with 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. The farmhouse features a lovely covered terrace, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.

The farmhouse is surrounded by terraced gardens and comes with a swimming pool and pool house and a tennis court.

The country estate comes with several outbuildings and a caretaker’s house.

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17th Century Country House Near England's Lake District

Offering rich architectural detail and rural charm, this Grade II-listed property is set in 5.9 acres of grounds featuring formal gardens, ornamental streams and a willow maze.

Offering rich architectural detail and rural charm, this Grade II-listed property is set in 5.9 acres of grounds featuring formal gardens, ornamental streams and a willow maze.

The 6 bedroom country house for sale is set out over 4 levels with 2 reception rooms and a farmhouse kitchen.

Across a flagstone courtyard is a Coach House and an attached two storey former cottage, offering garaging with games rooms above.

The country estate is located near the pretty village of Abbeystead located in the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in Lancashire, England.

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Italian Villa Rental and Luxury Wellness Retreat in Tuscany, Italy

Planning Italy for 2023? Il Borgo del Benessere is a Tuscan estate offering modern luxuries in an incredible setting, set in 12 acres of vineyards, olive groves, oak forests, and ancient cypress alleys in the hills of Chianti.

Planning Italy for 2023? Il Borgo del Benessere is a Tuscan estate offering modern luxuries in an incredible setting, set in 12 acres of vineyards, olive groves, oak forests, and ancient cypress alleys in the hills of Chianti.

Originally an ancient Roman settlement with original buildings dating back 1000 years, the country estate has undergone a state-of-the-art restoration.

The boutique Tuscan property, which includes a series of heritage villas, an original wine cellar in the vaults below the tower, and an ancient barn converted into the wellness house. A chapel on the property can be used for ceremonies with up to 18 guests.

The 9 bedroom suites have been designed with comfort in mind and feature king-size beds and ensuite bathrooms, some with fireplaces and free-standing bathtubs.

Beneath the large terrace is the 40-foot swimming pool and a spacious wooden sundeck with daybeds and cabanas, although the estate’s highlight is the private wellness centre, complete with an indoor gym and a bathhouse with Hamman overlooking the vineyards.

The fully catered retreat comes with a concierge, housekeeping, and a chef onsite and offers an ideal location in the heart of Tuscany near Florence and Siena.

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Hamptons Compound Set on Private Peninsula

The Hamptons compound comes with a private dock and an exclusive setting, with 3173 feet of private frontage on Mecox Bay in Water Mill, New York.

The Hamptons compound comes with a private dock and an exclusive setting, with 3173 feet of private frontage on Mecox Bay in Water Mill, New York.

The Hamptons estate was designed by renowned architect Barnes Coy Architects and spans 17,173 square feet with 13 bedrooms, 13+6 bathrooms, and additional staff quarters.

Designed for entertaining, the living spaces are open and bright, highlighting the natural vistas from large windows with beautiful trim detailing.

The fully-equipped eat-in kitchen has an impressive seating area for 10 and commands incredible views over the water.

Set on over 9 acres of lush, landscaped grounds, luxury amenities include a saltwater swimming pool with a poolside deck for all-weather dining and a two-level pool house with a spa and commercial-grade kitchen, as well as a tennis house, and a basketball court.

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Stonefields: The Treasured Home of Paul Bangay—With One of the World’s Best Private Gardens

Australia's preeminent garden designer, is selling his “life’s greatest work”. Set in Victoria's spa region, just over an hour from Melbourne, the 39 acre estate has been a treasured home for Bangay and his husband Barry McNeill for the last 18 years.

Paul Bangay, Australia's preeminent garden designer, is selling his “life’s greatest work”.

The 39 acre estate is set in the rolling foothills near Kyneton, just over an hour from Melbourne in Victoria's spa region.

Stonefields has been a treasured home for Bangay and his husband Barry McNeill for 18 years, during which he transformed the then-cow paddock into one of the world’s cherished private gardens.

Now that his beloved gardens have matured, he’s looking forward to another 10-year project to create a "forever garden" in their next home in Victoria’s Central Highlands.

The sale of the 4 bedroom home and iconic gardens comes with the longtime gardener, who has “ been with us since the time of inception," Bangay said in an interview about this iconic Australian listing.

"He has all the knowledge on all the working of the garden, but I hope the people will say 'can you come back once every three months, or keep an eye on it?' I'd love to do that."

The Tuscan-inspired residence at the heart of the property was designed in tandem with the late interior designer Stuart Rattle, combining architecture and landscape design to create a sense of serenity.

In addition to the extraordinary gardens, Stonefields comes with an iconic hilltop pool overlooking the rolling hills and a guest house and a studio

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Palladian-Inspired Italian Villa Near Venice, Italy

Just 30 minutes from Venice, Villa Paccagnella offers commanding views over the Veneto countryside towards the alps, surrounded by a private park with cypresses, an Italianate garden, and a swimming pool.

Just 30 minutes from Venice, Villa Paccagnella offers commanding views over the Veneto countryside towards the alps, surrounded by a private park with cypresses, an Italianate garden, and a swimming pool.

The Italian villa for sale was built in the second half of the 17th century by the Venetian architect, Baldassarre Longhena, who built the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute, one of Venice’s best known landmarks.

The villa has 10,764 square feet of living space spread across 3 floors, with 6 principal bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and another 4 staff bedrooms on the lower ground floor.

The historic property offers incredible detail throughout, with its original furnishings and architectural features.



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A Grand Connecticut Home Built During The Great Estates Era

Orchard’s End was built in 1929 by renowned New York architect William B. Tubby and the timeless brick and limestone residence has recently undergone a 3-year $6 million renovation under architect Dinyar Wadia of Wadia Associates.

Orchard’s End was built in 1929 by renowned New York architect William B. Tubby.

The timeless brick and limestone residence has recently undergone a 3-year $6 million renovation under architect Dinyar Wadia of Wadia Associates, updating the grand residence and adding a 4-bedroom guest house, custom pool and spa, as well as a 5000 square foot wellness centre.

The 12 bedroom Jacobean manor features a wealth of incredible detail throughout, and in a recent interview about the property, Wadia stated that in today’s market, the estate would cost in excess of $25 million to build, excluding land costs.

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