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Palais Toorak Sets a New Standard for Boutique High-End Residential Living
Jul 22

Jul 22 Palais Toorak Sets a New Standard for Boutique High-End Residential Living

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Set at the edge of Toorak village, a prestigious cafe and boutique-lined neighbourhood in the suburbs of Melbourne, Australia, the design was inspired by the distinctive Parisian Haussmann style of architecture of the Hôtel Plaza Athénée in Paris, combined with a New York sensibility for modern sophistication.

This Dreamy Château in Normandy is On The Market for €1,150,000
Jul 21

Jul 21 This Dreamy Château in Normandy is On The Market for €1,150,000

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Set on 27 acres, the chateau overlooks its own lake, surrounded with 300-600 year old oak forests and boasting its own orchards.

Michael Douglas’ Villa S’Estaca in Mallorca is the Ultimate Mediterranean Retreat
Jul 19

Jul 19 Michael Douglas’ Villa S’Estaca in Mallorca is the Ultimate Mediterranean Retreat

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Article, Beach, Country Living, For Sale, Feature, Historic, Oceanfront, Waterfront, Vineyard, Island, Journal

The property was put on the market in 2014 and despite multiple price reductions (from €55M to €25M) and a promotional video narrated by Douglas himself released in 2019, there were no serious offers. As of May 2020, the property has been taken off the market.

Stunning 20th Century Villa on the French Shores of Lake Geneva
Jul 16

Jul 16 Stunning 20th Century Villa on the French Shores of Lake Geneva

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Facing the lake, the villa offers beautiful views looking out to Lausanne and Montreux, as well as the UNESCO-classified terraced vineyards of Lavaux.

The Provençal Estate of YSL Muse Betty Catroux and Her Husband, Designer Francois Catroux
Jul 12

Jul 12 The Provençal Estate of YSL Muse Betty Catroux and Her Husband, Designer Francois Catroux

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The interiors and 10 acres of landscaped gardens are designed by Francois Catroux, whose interiors have been featured in countless design magazines, as well as in a coffee table book by Rizzoli celebrating his work.

This Medieval Villa is a Luxury Farmstead in the Marche, One of Italy’s Hidden Gems
Jul 10

Jul 10 This Medieval Villa is a Luxury Farmstead in the Marche, One of Italy’s Hidden Gems

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The Marche is a hilly region bordered by Tuscany and Umbria spanning 1000 km on the Adriatic coast. Dotted with medieval villages and boasting pristine beaches, the region is much undiscovered by foreign tourists⁠—although it is a hot spot for Italians to holiday in August.

Fully Renovated 14th Century Castle Was Built for The Monks of Valldemossa
Jul 9

Jul 9 Fully Renovated 14th Century Castle Was Built for The Monks of Valldemossa

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S'Atalaya is set above the beautiful, blonde-stoned village of Valldemossa in Mallorca, just a 10 minute walk via a scenic footpath on the mountainside, and a 10 minute drive to the city of Palma.

Former Prep School on the Market for £3.5M
Jul 6

Jul 6 Former Prep School on the Market for £3.5M

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As the ‘trophy country home’ market ramps up around the world, Kinlet Hall offers a truly unique opportunity to snap up a historic estate. Located just 1 hour from Birmingham and 3 hours from London.

This Elegant Country Estate Comes With 75 Acres of Organic Côtes de Provence Vineyards
Jul 4

Jul 4 This Elegant Country Estate Comes With 75 Acres of Organic Côtes de Provence Vineyards

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This elegant country home comes with its own organic Côtes de Provence vineyards—which make up only 74 of the almost-250 acre estate which includes a protected heritage oak forest, ancient cedar trees, and a lake.

 This Picture Perfect Amalfi Coast Villa Overlooks Positano and the Island of Capri
Jul 3

Jul 3 This Picture Perfect Amalfi Coast Villa Overlooks Positano and the Island of Capri

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Surrounded by olive trees and lush vegetation, the pink facade pops alongside the many colourful villas that make up the mountainous Amalfi Coast.

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