Presenting the hottest properties for another home away from home
There are beautiful homes, and there are inimitably spectacular ones. The perfect abode, in our definition, is one that laps up magnificent city skyline or ocean views, with a capacious terrace and a slew of posh (and exclusive) facilities and amenities for residents to enjoy. Here, we’ve compiled a list of luxury real estate listings from around the world that seem to have it all–all you have to do is pick and choose.
Garrya Residences | Phuket, Thailand
For those times when you’re in need of a well-being boost, nothing beats the convenience of owning a home that’s set amid a host of health-focused facilities. You’ll find this and more at Garrya Residences, which is located within the chic Garrya Phuket Hotel. More spas, many of them award winners, can be found at Laguna Phuket, which is the larger setting of Garrya. In addition, the residential units are designed to seamlessly integrate indoor and outdoor living. A curved terrace wraps around each apartment and penthouse, offering breathtaking sea views and easy access via full frontage openings to the living and dining areas as well as the bedrooms.
The deal-clincher: Besides the hotel’s well-being and spa treatment zone, the residences offer opportunities for relaxation thanks to flowing waterscapes, such as a jungle pool and reflection pond.
Price: From 34 million baht via Banyan Group
CostaTerra Golf & Ocean Club | Comporta, Portugal
Alexandra Champalimaud, the award-winning designer and founder of Champalimaud Design, returns to her birthplace via this project. Weaving the charm of authentic Alentejo design throughout the Pine Barrens and Dune Cottages residences, Aberta Nova Beach Restaurant, CostaTerra Clubhouse and golf course comfort stations, Champalimaud used the beautiful landscape as her inspiration to seamlessly blend nature with spaces that are open and light-filled. She also collaborated with local artisans to create custom murals in the Clubhouse and bespoke ceramic tiles by Viuva Lamego. In addition, pieces by Portuguese photographers and commissions by many local artists are also on display. Set on the last strip of pristine, protected beach alongside lush forests that stretch out across rolling hills, this unique mix of terrain sets it apart from any other property in Portugal.
The deal-clincher:According to its developer, US-based Discovery Land Company, CostaTerra is the first and only luxury real estate development that provides a private, lifestyle-focused golf and ocean club experience in Europe.
Price: From approximately US$6 million for the plots and approximately US$7.5 million for the turnkey homes
Villa Neo | St Jean, St Barthélemy
With its sleek geometric forms, chic interior spaces and lush surroundings, this 9,537 sq ft residence is the epitome of unparalleled luxury. Its stunning features include a glass staircase at the entrance with a waterfall as a backdrop, a soundproof nightclub with a bar and billiards area, a fitness room, a hammam with steam room, a media lounge, and a vast infinity pool with a swim-up bar and submerged seating, barbecue grill and jacuzzi. With six bedrooms and six full baths, the residence can accommodate up to 12 people comfortably. Villa Neo’s location is equally exceptional as it overlooks the prestigious Eden Rock hotel and the Bay of Saint Jean. It was voted Best Private Villa at the 2018 Boutique Hotel Awards.
The deal-clincher: The two-storey villa was built in 2017 with architect Patrick Raffeneau at the helm, who used glass walls so that residents can enjoy natural light and the spectacular ocean views.
Price: US$50.5 million via Sibarth Real Estate, an affiliate of Christie’s International Real Estate
