FRANCE: MAUVEZIN
This five-bedroom manor house dates from the 12th century, with 250sq m of living space over four floors and an additional 100sq m accessed through the tower. The property, which has some incredible period features, such as exposed beams and stone walls, is in a small village 15 minutes' drive from Fleurance.
Price €335,000.
Agent abafim.fr
This lovely three-bedroom house at 6 Castle Terrace in Monkstown is aptly called Harbour View and extends to 122sq m (1,313sq ft). Dating from 1860 and recently upgraded, the property retains its historical shopfront feel, and is just a few doors down from Sand Quay, where dinghies can be launched. Interiors are lovely and the house has a small courtyard to the rear.
Price €335,000
Agent: jeremymurphy.ie
MEXICO: NAYARIT
This new duplex is actually two units; a one-bedroom apartment on the first floor with a two-bedroom condominium on the second floor. The property, set in the tranquil eco-green community of Terra Luz, is powered by solar power with a water filtration system. There are ocean views from a roof terrace, which is accessible from both units.
Price $399,000 (€337,720).
Agent mexhome.com
UNITED STATES: CONNECTICUT
This magical property on more than four acres, is perched over the Hollenbeck River in Falls Village. It is octagonal in design with large picture windows. The one bedroom unit extends to 84sq m and lies adjacent to the Hollenbeck Club, which will be of interest to those with a penchant for fly fishing for trout.
Price $395,000 (€334,272)
Agent sothebysrealty.com
SOUTH AFRICA: GAUTENG
With plenty of space for entertaining, this 481sq m four-bedroom house has a pool, a bar and plenty of terraces for lounging in the sun. The property, on a quarter-acre site, has a three-car garage and is in the Kyalami Estate, which has tennis and squash courts, a gym and sports facilities.
Price $399,420 (€338,015).
Agent sothebysrealty.com
