England

Codford Lodge, in Wiltshire, is set on one acre of gardens on the edge of the village of Codford in Wylye Valley. This impressive 19th century house has been fully restored in recent years. Standing two-storey over basement, it has two large reception rooms, five bedrooms and three bathrooms and a self-contained granny flat.

£485,000 (approx) - Knight Frank International (0044 171 629 8171).

Spain

This five-bedroom, four-bathroom villa overlooks the Rio Real golf course and is a mere towel's throw away from the five-star beach complex of Los Monteros in Marbella. Set on two levels, the property includes a heated swimming pool. There is double garage to park your Ferrari and a private terrace to make the most of the views of mountains and sea.

£520,500, Jill Kennedy (01 661 3788).

Any port, anywhere

Docked at Southampton, this luxurious yacht, the Sundancer 500, is ideal for those who enjoy living it up on the ocean. The large open cockpit has wraparound bench seating, the main bedroom is an en suite; add to that a guest room and dizzying array of top of the range appliances including microwave, washer dryer, bar and entertainment system. Landlubbers need not apply.

£500,000, B.J. Marine (01 671 9300).

France

Situated between the medieval hilltop village of Grimaud and its modern counterpart, Port Grimaud, this sprawling, three-bedroom villa enjoys unspoilt views over the Bay of St Tropez. Outside, a well stocked garden boasts a variety of exotic shrubs and flowers which can be admired from the swimming-pool. There is a covered terrace and a spacious pool house.

£520,000 (approx), Knight Frank International: 0044 171 629 8171.