Provencal Country House Near the Village of Gordes, France
The 18th century property has been renovated into a turnkey country house and is set in 3.7 private acres deep in the Luberon countryside, just a few minutes from Gordes.
The charming country house is set in 3.7 private acres deep in the Luberon countryside, just a few minutes from Gordes.
The sentinel village is one of the most famous villages in Provence and voted one of the most beautiful villages in the world.
Dating back to the 18th century, the country house has been beautifully renovated into a turnkey retreat in Provence, featuring authentic detailing like high, beamed ceilings and exposed stone detail throughout.
The large living spaces open out onto a large terrace, featuring shaded searching areas to relax, as well as a large swimming pool and pavilion.
The 5 bedroom house is accompanied by a double garage and a second garage with an upstairs office.
With its proximity to Gordes, as well as other Luberon hilltop villages such as Bonnieux, Ménerbes and Goult, this Provencal country house is the ideal base for exploring Provence.
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A Converted Castle in the Heart of Tuscany, Italy
Originally a castle dating back to the 12th century, the castle was transformed into a villa by a noble Florentine family between the 15th and 19th centuries.
Originally a castle dating back to the 12th century, the property evolved over the centuries with various additions, such as the tower, which is a copy of the Piazza Signoria tower in the centre of Florence and was added in the 14th century.
Between the 15th and 19th centuries, the Tuscan estate was owned by the noble Florentine family, who transformed the property into a villa, built upon the castle ruins.
In 1910, the property was sold to the British aristocratic Sitwell family, who added the formal gardens to the estate, modelled after Sir George Sitwell’s home in Yorkshire, England.
During the Second World War, the villa served as the secret hiding place for some of the greatest art from the Uffizi Gallery in Florence—no easy feat as the villa also served as a temporary SS headquarters during this time!
The villa has its own art history as well, featuring works by prominent Italian painters throughout the ages, including Raphael Sanci, Cosimo Ulivelli, and Gino Severini.
Spanning over 47,000 square feet, the property offers a total of 58 bedrooms and 87 bathrooms across the main villa and outbuildings.
There are several grand reception rooms primed for formal gatherings and events, and there is also a Romanesque chapel dating from the late 16th century.
Nestled in the Tuscan countryside, the Italian estate spans 24.71 acres and the villa is surrounded by terraced gardens and a large swimming pool with a charming grotto featuring mythical creatures and figures depicted in gold mosaic and shells.
The Tuscan villa for sale is set in Cerbaia, a Tuscan town in the Chianti hills, just a 30 minute drive west of Florence,
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Italian Villa on the Tuscan Coast Near Forte Dei Marmi
Located in the seaside resort of Marina Di Pietrasanta just 2km from Forte Dei Marmi, this Italian villa has been fully renovated into a turnkey retreat on Tuscany's Versilia coast.
This Italian villa for sale has been fully renovated into a turnkey retreat on Tuscany's Versilia coast.
The 5 bedroom, 4-bath villa features bright and elegant living spaces with high end finishes throughout the 5,382 sq ft home, with modern amenities like full home automation.
Nestled in beautifully landscaped grounds with well-kept gardens and a swimming pool, the villa comes with a 1-bedroom annex and three covered parking spaces with a charging point.
Located in the seaside resort of Marina Di Pietrasanta just 2km from Forte Dei Marmi, this turnkey villa offers an elevated living experience in one of the most exclusive locations on the Tuscan coast.
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Authentic Chalet in the French Alps Near the Center of Megève
The 5-bedroom ski chalet is located less than a mile from the center of Megève, one of the most exclusive ski destinations in the Alps.
The ski resort village of Megève is one of the most exclusive ski destinations in the French Alps, located near the Italian and Swiss borders.
The French chalet for sale is located in a hamlet on Mont d’Arbois, just 1km from the village centre.
The 5-bedroom ski chalet offers lovely views of the surrounding mountains and is wIthin easy reach of the slopes.
The 5381 sq ft is spread across 4 levels with a large cathedral living room, and numerous sunny balconies and terraces. Luxury amenities include a wine cellar and a health and wellness area.
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"Mozart’s Last Castle" Near Vienna, Austria
Known as ‘Mozart’s Last Castle’, Schloss Stuppach near Vienna, Austria is accepting bids until December 14, 2023 in an online auction arranged by Michaela Orisich of Austria Sotheby’s International Realty and Concierge Auctions.
Known as ‘Mozart’s Last Castle’, Schloss Stuppach near Vienna, Austria is accepting bids until December 14, 2023 in an online auction arranged by Michaela Orisich of Austria Sotheby’s International Realty and Concierge Auctions.
Previously listed for €12,000,000 with a pre-sale estimate of €3,950,000–€9,995,000, the historic residence is a part of Sotheby’s Realty ‘Exceptional Global Properties’ sale with Concierge Auctions during New York Luxury Week.
The Austrian castle has a rich history hosting illustrious guests from across Europe, including Emperor Napoleon, composer Franz Schubert, Pope Pius VI, Princess Isabella of Parma and Emperor Franz Stephan von Lothringen.
The 900-year old castle is known as Mozart’s Last Castle because it was here he composed “Requiem in D minor,” commissioned for Count Franz Anton Walsegg to honor his late wife Anna Countess von Walsegg which died at the castle on Valentine’s Day 1791.
The manuscript would be his final work and was completed by his student after his death in 1791. It remained at Schloss Stuppach until 1830 when it entered the Austrian National Library and it is one of the most valuable manuscripts in the world.
Built in 1130 and modified in the 15th and 17th centuries, Schloss Stuppach boasts 50 rooms spread across 27,000 sq ft with 4 bedrooms, 3+5 bathrooms, with historically significant structures like the “Requiem” chapel, the Jardinière and a dungeon.
The current owners purchased Schloss Stuppach in the 90s and restored and transformed the castle into a mecca for Mozart and classical music lovers that has hosted over 160 top-talent concerts and 12,000 attendees from around the world.
Now a world-class attraction and event center for music performances and lectures, the Austrian castle comes with independent business areas such as a club salon, an experience theater, a concert program and a castle shop.
One of the few castles in Lower Austria that’s still in private hands, Schloss Stuppach is set in the small mountain town of Gloggnitz in Lower Austria, a convenient distance from Austria’s capital, Vienna.
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Provencal Country Estate Near Saint-Rémy-de-Provence
This 19th century property is nestled in 31 acres of lush greenery near Saint-Etienne-du-Grès, a picturesque little village at the foot of the Alpilles.
Discover a timeless gem in the heart of the Alpilles.
Escape to a world of refined elegance and immerse yourself in the allure of a private valley, set near Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
This 19th century property is nestled in 31 acres of lush greenery with gardens, stone walls, ponds and flower beds, and comes with a small chapel, a tennis court, and a 55x32’ swimming pool.
Accommodation is spread across several structures on the property, including the fully furnished bastide boasting 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
The 19th century property offers 4520 sq ft of living space, blending historical charm with modern comfort.
The living areas are located on the ground level with the kitchen opening out onto a large terrace with a gas BBQ and dining area for 12 persons.
There are 3 bedrooms on the 1st floor and 2 further bedrooms on the 2nd floor, which functions as an independent apartment with a living/kitchen area and separate entrance to the pool and parking area.
An enchanting 2-bedroom guest house and a cozy cottage provide additional accommodation options, ensuring everyone's privacy and serenity.
As you venture beyond the estate's boundaries, the Alpilles region unfolds with its natural splendour, offering countless hiking trails through limestone hills and picturesque vineyards.
The captivating village of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence is only 6 km away, and you can immerse yourself in its Provençal charm, savouring the culinary delights, exploring art galleries, and embracing the rich cultural heritage.
Don't miss the chance to create lifelong memories in this enchanting destination.
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Bob Dylan's Scottish Highlands Estate Sells to Whisky Maker
Set within Cairngorm National Park, Aultmore House was a home base for the Nobel Prize-winning singer-songwriter who owned the Scottish Highlands estate for 17 years.
The Scottish Highlands estate is reported to have sold for £4,257,000 to Angus Dundee Distillers.
Bob Dylan co-owned the country estate for 17 years, alongside his brother, and the siblings would stay at Aultmore House for a few weeks a year until pre-Covid times.
Having not been able to use the property in recent years, the Nobel Prize-winning singer-songwriter listed the property with Knight Frank in July asking for offers over £3,000,000.
Aultmore House is nestled in a 25 acres estate, set within Cairngorm National Park in the Scottish Highlands.
Surrounded by mature forest , this region is famed for its bird life, and one of Scotland’s prime fishing rivers, the River Spey, is only 1 mile away.
The "A grade" listed Edwardian house was built between 1911 and 1914, designed by London architect and designer, C.H.B. Quenell in the Edwardian style.
Aultmore House was built as a summer house for Archibald Merrilees, whose father, an Aberdonian, and his partner, Mr Muir had amassed a fortune in trade along the North Sea route to Russia, and later founded the Moscow department store, M&M.
After WWII, the impressive country house served as a convalescent home for the Forces, with the gardeners’ cottages used for evacuees. In the 1970s, it became a finishing school for girls, and by the 1990s it was briefly run as a bed and breakfast, before falling into disrepair.
Aultmore House was restored in the early 2000s and further improved by Bob Dylan and his brother when they purchased the Scottish Highlands estate in 2006.
Offering a total of 23 bedrooms across 3 levels of accommodation, the country house features fine period detailing throughout with intricate plasterwork on the ceilings and arches, original wood floors, and Adam style marble fireplaces in most reception rooms.
There are also three fully renovated cottages on-site.
The Scottish estate offers a charming country lifestyle, located 1.5 miles from the Highland village of Nethy Bridge, with a local pub, butcher's shop, primary school and 9-hole golf course, just 12 miles from shops and restaurants in Aviemore, and 15 miles from the Cairngorm ski area.
Inverness Airport is 41 miles from the estate and offers regular flights to London, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham, and other UK and European destinations.
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Luxury Villa With World-Class Amenities in Marbella, Spain
Set in one of the most exclusive gated communities in Marbella, Spain, this custom-built property offers an incredible lifestyle on the Costa del Sol, close to prestigious golf courses, schools, and shopping.
Set in one of the most exclusive gated communities in Marbella, Spain, this custom-built property offers an incredible lifestyle on the Costa del Sol, close to prestigious golf courses, schools, and shopping.
The property combines Andalusian architecture with modern, Nordic interior design featuring meticulous attention to detail.
The 7 bedroom and 8 bath Marbella villa offers incredible lifestyle amenities with several outdoor terraces to lounge and a large pool to fully enjoy the Mediterranean lifestyle.
Inside the 10,000+ square foot villa, 5-star amenities include a bespoke screening room in the attic, and in the basement, you’ll find a custom-built bodega, a fully-equipped gym, a yoga shala, and an incredible spa featuring an indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, massage room, and there’s even a barber room.
This bespoke property offers an incredible luxury lifestyle in Marbella, Spain.
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Stately Finca and Waterfront Estate in Menorca, Spain
IYKYK: the tiny Balearic island is famous for its endless beaches, incredible seafood, and pristine nature as the entire island was declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO.
Located in the Balearic Islands off the Mediterranean coast of Spain, Menorca is the low-key alternative to popular destinations like Ibiza and Mallorca.
Menorca (Minorca) is latin for 'smaller island' and is named for its size, contrasted with nearby Mallorca.
IYKYK: the tiny island is famous for its endless beaches, incredible seafood, and pristine nature as the entire island was declared a biosphere reserve by UNESCO.
The Menorca property for sale encompasses 241.5 acres of land on the north coast, offering panoramic views and private sea access, just a few minutes drive from the coastal village of Fornells and the Son Parc golf course.
The property comes with a stately finca positioned on a hill which is currently in the process of being restored, along with a project for a swimming pool next to the finca.
An active farm, the property also comes with a typical Menorcan farmhouse featuring authentic detailing throughout, as well as several agricultural buildings.
An incredible project for the right person able to restore this beauty, this country estate offers a truly unique Mediterranean experience in Menorca.
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Partly-Moated English Country House Set in Private Parkland
Stanfield Hall is set in 35 acres of mature parkland near the market town of Wymondham in Norfolk, England and has a gruesome history at the site of an infamous Victorian-era double murder.
Stanfield Hall is set in 35 acres of mature parkland near the market town of Wymondham in Norfolk, England.
The country house was built in 1792 on the site of a medieval moated manor and a chapel which dates back to the 13th century, and is partly constructed of reused monastic stone and features 16th century ceiling beams.
The romantic property showcases several architectural influences, with its Tudor-style brick elevations, a Gothic-style stone staircase hall, and fine period detailing throughout.
The 8-bedroom property also benefits from modern amenities like an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, home gym, and a screening room.
Surrounded by landscaped grounds with formal gardens and terraces, the estate also has a tennis court and 2 cottages.
The historic property has a gruesome history as the site of an infamous Victorian-era double murder. In 1848, the home’s owner Isaac Jermy, and his son were shot dead on the porch of the property by their tenant-farmer, James Bloomfield Rush.
The crime, which became known as the Murders at Stanfield Hall, resulted in a lengthly trial where Rush defended himself in a 14-hour closing speech, yet the jury delivered the guilty verdict only 10 minutes later.
On the day of his execution, train operators ran special services for the 20,000 people who attended the event at the nearby Norwich Castle, which novelist Charles Dickens described as “a grand place for a scoundrel’s exit.”
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