Houses For Sale In Europe (page 5)

This hotel for sale in Tamarindo, Costa Rica, is a running 11-suite business a short walk from the beach, sold fully furnished. It is one of the original bed and breakfasts in town, and it still works the way a small owner-run place should: a quiet cul-de-sac, a big pool, a garden that has been maturing since the building went up in 2000, and a team small enough to manage without a head office. For a buyer looking at Costa Rica real estate that can earn its keep, that combination is the draw. You get a going concern and a home in one purchase, in the best-known beach town on the Guanacaste coast. ### The Hotel and Its 1,715 m² Plot The building covers 800 m² over two floors and stands on a gently sloping plot of 1,715 m². It is in good condition, and the structure is solid, with stone and concrete countertops. Mature tropical planting wraps around the rooms. That gives each suite a degree of privacy from its neighbours and from the street. The pool is large, with sun loungers around it, and there is a BBQ area for evenings outdoors. The street is a cul-de-sac surrounded by residential homes, so nights are quiet. Parking is available in front of the hotel and along the road, though most guests never touch a car. Restaurants, bars and the beaches are all within walking distance. Air conditioning, laundry facilities, high-speed internet and a community water supply are all in place. ### The 11 Suites: Garden Rooms, Bungalows and Pool-Side Rooms The mix of room types suits couples, families and groups travelling together. Three Garden Rooms have kitchenettes. The Deluxe Garden Room sleeps four and has its own plunge pool and two patios. The Standard Garden View Room also sleeps four, and the Junior Garden View Room sl ... click here to read more

This 3-bedroom house for sale in Turrialba, Costa Rica, sits in the rural community of Mollejones with views of the mountains and the Pacuare River. Built in the year 2000 and kept in good condition, it is a move-in-ready home on a 524 m² plot in Cartago province. There is a garden, a terrace for long lunches and a garage that takes two to three cars. It suits a full-time move, and it also works as a quieter second home in Costa Rica where the weather is green and the pace is slow. ### The House and Its 524 m² Plot The house has 104 m² of living area. You come in to an open living and dining room with large windows, which pull in daylight and frame the hills beyond the garden. On a clear morning you can see the mountains and the line of the Pacuare River valley from the sofa. The kitchen is a separate room rather than part of the open plan, and it has its own balcony. That is where the first coffee of the day naturally ends up, with the cool mountain air coming in. Cooking smells stay out of the living room, which many buyers prefer. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms, enough for a family or for guests who come to stay for a few weeks. A custom-made ceiling gives the interior some character, so it does not feel like a standard builder's house. Next to the main living space, a large terrace is set up for outdoor meals. The plot leaves room to work with. The garden is already there, and the size of the land gives you space to extend the planting or add an outdoor cooking area. A pool is another possibility, though it would need to be checked against local rules and the ground. ### Living in Mollejones and La Suiza Mollejones is a small, quiet rural community, the kind of place where neighbors know each othe ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Hardanger sits on a 616 m² riverside plot at Skare, close to the Løntjørn ski stadium and cross-country trails. Built in 1933 and re-clad in 2012, the cabin has three bedrooms over two floors, a wood-burning stove, a heat pump and a bus stop a minute's walk away. It is a traditional mountain cabin at roughly 524 metres above sea level, with an asking price of about EUR 133,000. One detail up front: the bathroom is fitted, but no running water is installed. ### The Chalet: 76 m² on Two Floors The ground floor holds the main living space. The living room has a modern wood-burning stove and a heat pump, so the cabin can be warmed quickly on a cold mountain morning and kept comfortable through the year. The kitchen is open-plan to the living area, which makes it a natural gathering spot for a family weekend. Also on this floor are a bedroom, the bathroom and the door out to the terrace. Upstairs there is a hallway and two more bedrooms, so three bedrooms in total for family and guests. The electrical panel has been updated, and the exterior cladding was replaced in 2012. The listing describes the cabin as well maintained and updated over the years. Since the building dates from 1933, it makes sense to look closely at the details at a viewing. The missing water supply matters, so factor it in. If you plan to use the cabin in a very simple way, it may suit you as it is. If you want a fully working bathroom, ask what installing water would involve before you decide. There is also an outbuilding on the plot. It works as storage for skis, bikes and garden gear, and it could be developed further depending on what you need. ### Garden, Terraces and the River The plot is 616 m² and runs along the river ... click here to read more

This stone villa for sale in Cortona, Tuscany, comes with 310 m² of unfinished living space and a 2,400 m² garden, ready for your own finishes. It stands in a quiet hamlet in the Val di Chiana countryside and is sold as a project: raw inside, with architectural plans and renderings already prepared. Instead of buying someone else's taste, you choose the floors, the kitchen, the bathrooms and the heating from day one. ### A Stone Villa Built as a Blank Canvas The house keeps the proportions and stone façades of a traditional Tuscan farmhouse. Inside, nothing is finished, which is both the appeal and the job. You can go rustic with terracotta floors and exposed beams, or keep the interiors sleek and modern. Either way you install current electrical, heating and plumbing systems from scratch rather than working around old ones. The plans show where everything is meant to go, so an architect or builder can price the work without starting from zero. Budget accordingly. The asking price is €780,000 for the property as it stands, and the fit-out comes on top. Ask a local geometra for a finishing estimate before you make an offer, and you will know your real total cost. ### Layout: Two Levels, 310 m² and Five Bathrooms The ground floor is the living level. A large kitchen opens into the dining room, which leads straight onto a covered outdoor area, so summer lunches move outside without any fuss. The living room has a fireplace and connects to a porch. There is a guest bathroom on this floor, plus a bedroom with its own en suite. That suits visitors, or relatives who would rather not climb stairs. Upstairs are the main bedrooms, two of them with en suite bathrooms, and a further bathroom for the rest. One extra room is del ... click here to read more

This two-bedroom chalet for sale in Fredrikstad sits on a 1,200 m² natural plot at Stensvikfjellet, five to six minutes from the beach. It is a 62 m² holiday home with a separate annex, two terraces and a registered right to a boat berth at Stensvik. The forest starts at the edge of the plot, the water is a short walk away, and Oslo is just over an hour by car. That makes Friday-evening arrivals realistic, which is what a second home in Norway needs to be. ### The Chalet and Its 1,200 m² Plot The chalet is compact: two bedrooms, one bathroom and 62 m² of living area. That is a size that is easy to heat, easy to keep tidy and easy to lock up on a Sunday evening. The living room is arranged around a wood-burning stove, with large windows facing the trees. The kitchen is practical and equipped for everyday cooking. A separate annex gives you flexibility. Use it for extra guests, as a hobby room or simply as storage. Outside there are two terraces, so you can choose between a quiet morning coffee and a summer barbecue with friends. The garden is maintained and runs gradually into the natural landscape. There is open ground for children to play and quieter corners further back. The plot is about 1,200 m² and privately owned. A storage shed holds bikes and outdoor gear, and there is parking on the property. A private road gives year-round access. Water and sewer are installed, and the cabin is connected to electricity. The condition is listed as good. ### Beach, Boat Berth and Forest at Stensvikfjellet Stensvik beach is about five to six minutes from the door. The shoreline slopes gently, so it works well for small children as well as for adults who just want a swim. The property also comes with a registered right to a ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Jektvik, Nordland, is a 1984 mountain cabin with a 40 m² terrace and valley views, 2 km from the ferry quay. It is a small, plain-spoken cabin: one bedroom, an open living room and kitchen, and an 11 m² outbuilding that holds the toilet and shower. The asking price of around 70,800 EUR covers an 860 m² freehold plot on gently sloping, southwest-facing mountain ground, with the sea a short distance away. If you want a cabin in Nordland to use as a base for walking and fishing rather than a showpiece, this is the scale to look at. ### Inside the Cabin The cabin was built in 1984 and has been maintained regularly since. The standard is typical for a Norwegian leisure cabin: practical, without frills. You enter through a small hall into the combined living room and kitchen, which has high ceilings and exposed roof beams. A wood-burning stove heats the room, and the open kitchen means whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation. There is one bedroom with a wardrobe, plus a storage room for skis, fishing gear and bedding. The main building has 40 m² of living space. With the 11 m² outbuilding, the total usable area comes to about 51 m². ### Terraces, Outbuilding and the 860 m² Plot Most of the living happens outside. A terrace of about 40 m² runs along the front of the cabin, and part of the south side is covered, so you can sit out when the weather turns. There is also a deck at the rear and a platform by the west gable, which is where you will want to be for the evening light. The outbuilding is built in the same style as the cabin and has its own staircase. It holds the toilet room with shower, and it also houses the battery and charging equipment for the solar system. The plot is zoned ... click here to read more

This log cabin for sale in Prestfoss, Buskerud, dates from around 1850 and sits on a freehold 1,160 m² forest plot with an annex and a stabbur. The buildings stand around a open courtyard with woodland on every side, so the first thing you notice is how quiet it is. Pine floors, bare log walls and a wood-burning stove set the tone inside. It needs updating, and it is priced at €69,900 with that in mind. For anyone who wants a cabin in Norway to restore at their own pace rather than a finished showpiece, this is a realistic starting point. ### The Main Cabin: Logs, Pine and a Wood Stove The main cabin is a single open-plan space that combines living room, kitchen and bedroom. Original pine floorboards run underfoot, the walls are exposed logs, and the ceilings are painted wood. The kitchen is basic: a solid wood countertop and a stainless steel sink, nothing more. The wood-burning stove does the heating, which is how most Norwegian cabins of this age have always worked. The bedroom has red-painted timber walls and room for a double bed. Windows on two sides look into the forest, so you wake up to trees rather than neighbours. Electricity has been brought to the outside wall of the cabin, but not further. That leaves you free to plan the wiring, lighting and any modern kitchen or bathroom the way you want them. ### Annex, Stabbur and the 1,160 m² Plot Next to the cabin stands a log annex built in the same style. It has a living room large enough for a sofa corner and a dining table, plus a separate sleeping area with a wooden bed frame and a window onto the trees. At the entrance there is a covered terrace, and the roof is tiled. For a family or a group of friends, the annex means the cabin never feels crowded. It co ... click here to read more

This detached villa for sale in Antalya has a private pool, a 400 m² plot and four bedrooms, five minutes from the airport in Altıntaş, Aksu. It is brand-new, so there is no renovation list. You get a two-storey house with 300 m² of gross living space (280 m² net), underfloor heating and a garden that already has its pool. If you are looking for a holiday home in Antalya that can also be a year-round base, that combination deserves a close look. ### The Villa: Layout and Finish The front door opens onto a wide hallway that leads to the fitted Franke kitchen, with under-cabinet lighting and a high-gloss backsplash. Large sliding doors link the kitchen straight to the garden and pool area. Someone can be cooking while the children swim, and nobody has to shout across the house. The lounge has laminate flooring, recessed adjustable spotlights and a light, neutral palette. Wide patio doors open onto the garden. A steel staircase runs up to the bedroom floor and gives the interior a clean, modern line. There is a separate laundry room, so washing machines stay out of the kitchen, and underfloor heating takes the chill off Antalya's mild winters. There are four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The master bedroom comes with its own dressing room and fitted wardrobes. The bathrooms and ensuites have generous shower cabins, integrated storage and floor-to-ceiling ceramic tiling, and the house also has a balcony. ### Pool, Garden and a 400 m² Plot The plot measures 400 m², and the villa is detached. Outside there is a private swimming pool, sun terraces and a secluded garden with plenty of privacy. A private driveway means you park on your own land. Antalya is known for long, sunny summers and mild winters, so the pool and terr ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Vestland sits 600 metres up above Skare, with views towards the Folgefonna glacier and a 125 m² terrace to enjoy them. It is a mountain cabin in the Norwegian sense: wood, big windows, a fireplace and a ski room by the door. But it is also a family-sized house, with 116 m² of living space, four bedrooms, a loft and two bathrooms. Add a 2,008 m² plot and a second, undeveloped plot sold alongside, and you have a holiday home in Vestland with room to grow or simply room to breathe. ### The Cabin: 1958 Original Inside a 1996 Build The history is the interesting part. The first cabin went up in 1958. In 1996 a new, larger cabin was built around it, and the old structure was kept: it now forms the walls and ceiling of the living room and kitchen. You sit inside the original building, which gives the main room a lived-in warmth that new construction rarely manages. The owners have kept investing. In 2021 a new chimney and a custom-built modern fireplace went in, and it also works as a divider between the seating area and the rest of the room. New single-strip parquet was laid in the living room at the same time. There is space for a sofa group and a full dining table, so a long Sunday lunch after a day on the slopes will not strain anyone. The parents' wing has its own bathroom with shower, toilet, whirlpool bathtub and washing machine. The four bedrooms are split between the main floor and a mezzanine, and the large loft (hems) adds more sleeping space. The seller says the cabin sleeps up to 12, which suits a big family or two families sharing. A second bathroom keeps mornings manageable. Condition is good, and water and electricity are connected. ### Terrace, Plot and Sauna The terrace is about ... click here to read more

This year-round chalet for sale in Evje sits 530 metres above sea level in Gautestad, with a driveway to the door and views over Høvringsvannet. Norwegians would call it a hytte, and it works like one: a single-level cabin of 62 m² on a sunny plot of 1,369 m², with electricity and water installed and a garage included in the sale. The practical side matters up here. You can park at the front door in January and carry the groceries straight in, and there is an electric car charger on the driveway. For a cabin in Agder at this altitude, that kind of easy access is a real advantage. ### The Chalet: 62 m² on One Level You step into a vestibule, then into a living room that is open to the kitchen. Large windows face the lake and the rolling hills beyond, so the view is part of the room from the moment you walk in. There is no staircase anywhere, which suits grandparents and toddlers equally well. The kitchen has white profiled cabinets, plenty of worktop space, a stove, a fridge and a dishwasher. Whoever is cooking stays in the conversation. Right next to it is a dining area with room for a proper family table. There are three bedrooms and six sleeping places. The main bedroom has stained wood panelling and space for a double bed. The second has a bunk bed for children or guests. The third can take extra beds, or it can serve as a home office or hobby room. The single bathroom has a shower, toilet and sink. For heating, the chalet has both a heat pump and a wood-burning stove. The heat pump keeps the temperature steady between visits, and the stove is what you light on a cold evening. The condition is good, so this is a chalet you can use right away rather than a project. ### Terrace, Garden and Garage A sunny terrace ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Hornindal, Norway, sits 500 metres from the ski centre and has a 60 m² terrace facing Hornindalsvatnet and the mountains. Built in 2014 on a 1,634 m² plot at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the Harevadet cabin area, it is a 74 m² two-bedroom in good condition. You get a wood-burning stove, a winter garden and a woodshed that opens straight off it. The whole thing is set up for low-effort use: arrive, light the stove, and the weekend starts. ### The Chalet: Layout and Light The living room has high ceilings, large windows and glass doors that frame the surrounding mountains and the lake. The kitchen is open to the living area, so whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation. On cold evenings the wood-burning stove does the heavy lifting. The main floor has two bedrooms. One has a double bed, the other a bunk bed, which keeps the floor space free. Upstairs, a loft (hems) adds more sleeping places, handy for children or overflow guests. Because of its lower ceiling height it is not counted in the official 74 m², so the space you actually use is a little larger than the number suggests. The bathroom is tiled and has a shower cabin, a toilet, underfloor heating and a connection for a washing machine. After a day on skis, a warm floor is a small luxury you will notice immediately. ### Terrace, Winter Garden and Plot The terrace is over 60 m² and wraps around several sides of the chalet, so there is always a corner with sun or shelter from the wind. Morning coffee facing the valley, dinner on the other side: the layout gives you the choice. For days when the weather does not cooperate, the winter garden is a glass-walled, sheltered space where you can still sit with the view. The woodshed co ... click here to read more

This villa for sale in Kusadasi sits in Davutlar, two kilometres from the Aegean, and comes fully furnished with three bedrooms and a shared pool. It is a detached two-storey house, built about five years ago, in a small complex of 14 homes. Furniture, white goods and appliances are included in the sale, so you can arrive with a suitcase and start using it the same day. ### The Villa: 158 m² Over Two Floors The ground floor is one open space. The lounge, dining area and kitchen run together, with the dining table placed so it quietly divides cooking from sitting. The kitchen has upper and lower cabinets, plenty of worktop and a black-and-white colour scheme. Laminate flooring, spotlighting and air conditioning run through the room. Large sliding patio doors open from the lounge straight onto the terrace. There is also a guest toilet downstairs, which is useful when friends or family are over for the day. Upstairs are three bedrooms. The master has its own ensuite bathroom and opens onto a balcony with views. The second bedroom is a large double. The third gives onto a big veranda overlooking the garden. The bathrooms are tiled floor to ceiling and have storage built into the vanity units. The owners have recently repainted, and the house is in good condition throughout. ### Terraces, Garden and the Shared Pool Outdoor space does a lot of work here. The villa has a terrace on the ground floor and two verandas upstairs, on a plot of 390 m² with a planted garden around the house. In the Aegean summer, breakfast on the terrace and an evening drink on the balcony will probably become routine. The complex has seven blocks and 14 homes, which keeps it quiet. Residents share a communal swimming pool and landscaped gardens, ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Nordland near Straumsjøen comes with 20 hectares, a long shoreline of its own and two boathouses. It is a small coastal estate rather than a single cabin: two cabins, an annex, two outbuildings and a boat dock, all sold furnished. The setting is Vesterålen, the island region just north of Lofoten, in the Bø area. Mountains drop toward the water, the sea is at your doorstep, and the nearest neighbours are not on top of you. If you have been looking for a holiday home in Vesterålen with real land and real water access, this is the scale of property that rarely comes up. ### The Cabins, Annex and Boathouses The main cabin was built in 1967 in a traditional Norwegian style. It has 65 m² of internal living area and 165 m² of total usable area, with three bedrooms and six sleeping places. The living room has a wood-burning stove, and large windows face the sea and the mountains. The kitchen is plain and functional, with the essential appliances and enough storage, and one bedroom sits right next to it. The main bedroom looks straight out over the water, so the first thing you see in the morning is the fjord. A long veranda runs along the main cabin. It catches the sun for much of the day, which makes it the natural place for breakfast, long dinners and watching the weather change over the water. Next to the main cabin stands an annex with two extra beds, handy for visiting friends or older children who want some independence. Two outbuildings take care of tools, fishing gear and everything else that piles up around a coastal property. The two boathouses, together with the boat dock, are the practical heart of the estate if you plan to keep a boat here. ### 20 Hectares and a Shoreline in Vesterålen ... click here to read more

This villa for sale in Théoule-sur-Mer sits on a flat 2,330 m² plot inside Domaine Roc et Mimosas, with 300° views over the sea and the Estérel. The house is built from hand-shaped Estérel stone and has four en-suite bedrooms, plus an office that can double as a fifth. Outside you get a pool, a garage, a Mediterranean garden with about twenty fruit trees, and a beach roughly four minutes away. ### The House: Estérel Stone and 163 m² of Living Space The walls are local Estérel stone, about 30 cm thick, each piece shaped by hand. The stones vary in size and colour, so the façade has a patchwork of warm reds and ochres that you don't get from a rendered new build. Thick stone also does what it has always done here: it holds the cool of the morning well into the afternoon. Inside, the 163 m² of living space is organised around generous reception rooms that open onto the terraces. The four bedrooms each have their own bathroom, which suits a family with guests or two couples sharing a summer. The office can serve as a fifth bedroom, a studio or a proper work-from-home room. The condition is good. The bathrooms have been renovated, the laundry room has been modernised, and air conditioning has been fitted in all bedrooms and the office. The listing also mentions more than 128 m² of additional areas, which gives you room to adapt the house or extend it. Any extension would of course depend on planning permission, so ask for the local rules early. ### Garden, Pool and Panoramic Terraces Flat ground is uncommon on this stretch of coast, and 2,330 m² of it is the main reason this plot stands out. The Mediterranean garden is landscaped, and the orchard has around twenty fruit trees. The pool sits within the grounds, with par ... click here to read more

This farmhouse for sale in Telemark sits on 1.7 hectares near Neslandsvatn, with a barn, stables and a 137 m² home upgraded in recent years. The house dates from 1938 and has been brought up to date over the past 10 to 15 years, so you get old Norwegian proportions without starting from a bare shell. Around it are meadows, forest edges and a lot of quiet. If you have ever wanted room for horses, a workshop or a few hobby animals within reach of a coastal town, this is the kind of plot that makes it realistic. ### The Farmhouse: 137 m² Built in 1938 Inside, the living space totals about 137 m². There are two bedrooms plus a sleeping alcove, one bathroom and a living room with large windows facing the grounds. A wood-burning stove anchors the room, and it is where winter evenings will happen. The sunroom is the part most visitors remember. Glass on several sides means you read, work or drink coffee with the seasons changing a few metres away. The kitchen is practical, with good storage and worktop space rather than showroom styling. Heating is straightforward for a Norwegian country house. The stove is backed up by two air-to-air heat pumps, which helps through the long cold months and keeps running costs manageable. Terraces run along the outside, giving you somewhere to eat outdoors from late spring onwards. Beneath the house is a 36 m² basement, still unfinished, which could take storage, a utility area or a workshop once you decide what you need. ### Barn, Stables and 17,011 m² of Land The outbuildings are what set this country house in Telemark apart. The barn covers about 126 m² over two levels and works for hay, machinery or general storage. The stables add roughly 94 m² with two horse stalls, storage rooms a ... click here to read more

This four-bedroom villa for sale in Bodrum sits in a gated Kadıkalesi community with panoramic sea views and a 595 m² garden. It is a detached two-storey house with 180 m² of living space, sold fully furnished, on the quieter western side of the Bodrum Peninsula. If you want a holiday home in the Bodrum Peninsula that could also work as a base for most of the year, this one is worth a closer look. Everything you need to move in is already there. ### A Villa for Sale in Bodrum with Sea Views and Room to Spread Out The plot measures 595 m², and the garden is the main event. It is well kept, faces the sea and leaves plenty of space for a long dining table, sun loungers and slow evenings outside. There is no private pool at the moment, but the garden has room to add one if you want your own. Until then, the gated community has a large communal pool. Inside, large sliding patio doors open onto the garden and fill the open-plan living room and kitchen with daylight. The colour scheme is soft and neutral, so the space stays bright. A modern fireplace takes the edge off cooler evenings, and air conditioning is installed throughout for the hot summer months. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, oven and hob. Furniture, white goods and the air-conditioning units are all included in the asking price. You could arrive with a suitcase and be on the terrace within the hour. There are four bedrooms. The master has its own en-suite bathroom, a family bathroom serves the other three, and a separate guest toilet saves queues when the house is full. Both bathrooms are tiled floor to ceiling, with modern shower enclosures and good vanity storage. ### Inside the Gated Community Residents share ... click here to read more

This detached villa for sale in Fethiye sits in the village of Uzumlu, with a private pool, a walled 364 m² plot and three bedrooms. It is sold fully furnished, so the practical side of a move is already done. Bring a suitcase, switch on the air conditioning and head for the pool. With 140 m² over two floors, it works for a family living here year-round and for a couple after a holiday home in Fethiye for long summers and mild autumns. ### The Villa: Layout and Living Space A bright hallway leads into an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. Large patio doors open onto a covered balcony, so on warm evenings the whole ground floor spills outdoors. The living area has tiled flooring, a lounge corner and a log-burning fireplace for the cooler months. The contemporary kitchen has grey work surfaces, modern lighting, plenty of storage and integrated appliances. Because it is open to the dining space, whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation. Two practical details matter in daily life. There is a shower room on the ground floor, handy after a swim, and the washing machine lives in the understairs storage, out of sight. A marble staircase takes you up to three bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes and bedside storage. The main bedroom opens onto a large private balcony with mountain views, which is where you will want your first coffee. The family bathroom has a bath with jacuzzi function and a shower attachment. Air-conditioning units cool the house in summer. ### Pool, Garden and Plot The villa stands on a private plot of 364 m², enclosed by natural stone walls and paved for easy upkeep. That matters if you will not be here every week. A security gate and a private driveway give the entrance a sense of priv ... click here to read more

This 4-bed house for sale in Viana do Castelo sits on 2,635 m² above Carreço, with open Atlantic views and a 1975 design by José Pulido Valente. It was built as a weekend and holiday retreat, and you can still feel that in the layout: low to the ground, set into the slope and turned toward the sea. The house is in good condition and keeps its original character, so a buyer gets sound architecture and room to update it. At €850,000, it suits anyone looking for a second home in Portugal on the Minho coast, or a base for remote work with the ocean as the backdrop. ### The House: 1970s Architecture on 2,635 m² Pulido Valente drew the house to follow the natural fall of the land instead of levelling it. The roof is planted, which was an unusual idea in 1975, so seen from above the building reads as part of the hillside. It is the kind of house that does not shout from the road. Inside, the living room runs over two levels and opens to the garden through large windows and sliding doors. Daylight is the point of the design, and so is the view: the sea is framed from the main living spaces rather than saved for one lucky terrace. There are four bedrooms, including a master suite, and two bathrooms across 220 m² of gross construction area. Outside, mature trees and native plants give the garden real privacy. Private parking is on the plot, and there is plenty of ground left for vegetable beds, long lunches outdoors or an afternoon with nothing to listen to but the waves. ### Renovation Scope and Second Home Use The house is in good condition, but it is a 1970s design and the interiors would reward a thoughtful update. Finishes, bathrooms and the flow between rooms are the obvious places to start. Any extension would need m ... click here to read more

This furnished house for sale in Playa Avellanas puts you in a small teak-shaded community, about ten minutes from the surf in Guanacaste. It is a three-bedroom, two-bathroom log-cottage-style home with 110 m² of living space, a private garden and access to a shared pool. Three units in the development have already sold, so the neighbourhood is already taking shape. ### The Log Cottage and Its Garden The house is built in a cottage style that uses wood and other natural materials alongside modern finishes. Large windows bring daylight into the open-plan living and dining area, which runs straight into the kitchen. In a warm climate that layout earns its keep: you can cook, eat and talk without anyone shut away in another room. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master suite is laid out for privacy, and the two other bedrooms suit guests, children or a home office. At 110 m² the house is easy to run, and just as easy to lock up and leave if you only come for a few weeks a year. The plot is 135 m², compact but landscaped, and mature teak trees give shade through the year. The outdoor patio is where mornings start: coffee, a book, and the sound of the trees instead of traffic. Inside, the house is sold furnished and comes with air conditioning, cable or satellite TV, high-speed internet and community or city water. Condition is good, so there is no renovation project waiting for you. You can arrive with a suitcase. ### Community Amenities at Avellanas Secrets The house sits within a gated-style enclave of homes, and the layout is designed so each one has its own space and as little overlooking as possible. Residents share a swimming pool with room for lounging and for children. There is also secured parki ... click here to read more

This stone house for sale in Umbria sits near Monteleone d'Orvieto on 1.7 hectares, with five bedrooms, a separate annexe and a shared pool. It is one half of a semi-detached stone building in a small country complex, surrounded by rolling hills and old cypress trees. The asking price is €490,000, and the house is in good condition, so it is one to use rather than a project to plan around. ### The Main House: Brick Arches, Beams and a Big Fireplace The ground floor is one open-plan reception room. Exposed brick arches divide it into living areas, with wooden beamed ceilings overhead and terracotta floors underfoot. A large masonry fireplace anchors the room, the kind you light in October and gather around until spring. The rustic kitchen and dining area run into the same space, so whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation. Upstairs are four double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Wide windows face the Umbrian countryside, so you wake up to hills and cypress trees rather than a neighbour's wall. ### The Annexe, the Garden and 17,400 m² of Land A few steps from the main house stands a self-contained annexe. It has a sitting room with a fireplace and exposed timber trusses, a kitchen with a traditional wood-fired oven, one double bedroom and a bathroom. Guests get their own door and real privacy. Alternatively, the annexe can be let separately, which suits a holiday home in Umbria that should help cover its own costs. The plot totals 17,400 m², roughly 1.7 hectares. It includes a private garden, a small olive grove and an area of woodland. The in-ground swimming pool is shared with only one other unit, and the park and access driveway are common to the complex. Heating comes from an independent LPG system with rad ... click here to read more

This three-bedroom chalet for sale in Trysil sits on a 1,000 m² leased forest plot in Østby, with groomed cross-country trails close to the door. It is a small, practical mountain cabin of 51 m², listed at around €66,400, which puts a Norwegian second home within reach of buyers who expected to pay far more. The neighbours here are mostly spruce and pine. ### The Cabin: 51 m² With Three Bedrooms Step in from the covered entrance terrace and you land in one open room that holds the living area, kitchen and dining table. A wood-burning stove heats it, and large windows look out at the forest. The kitchen has hand-painted cabinets, which give the place a lived-in, personal feel rather than a catalogue look. The dining area is big enough for a full table of family or friends after a day on skis. There are three bedrooms, laid out to maximise sleeping space, with bunk beds among the solutions. That suits a family with children or a group of friends sharing the cost. The bathroom has a washbasin, mirror cabinet and toilet. The condition is described as good and the cabin is well maintained. One point to be clear about: there is no indoor water supply. A water post stands about 30 metres from the cabin, and electricity is installed. Plenty of Norwegian mountain cabins work this way, and many owners like the simple routine. You should still decide whether it suits how you plan to use the place. A small external storage room of about 2 m² takes skis, tools and outdoor gear. ### Outdoors: Ski Trails, Forest and a 1,000 m² Plot The plot is about 1,000 m² and ringed by trees, so the garden feels private. Parking is on the property. The area is easy to reach by car and works well for children. In winter, groomed cross-country ... click here to read more

This house for sale on Lake Como sits in the hamlet of Careno, near Pognana Lario, with 180-degree lake views, two terraced courtyards and private parking. It is a renovated stone house of 378 m² with four bedrooms, a garden, a vine-covered portico and a car-and-boat parking space at road level. The location is on the quiet eastern shore of the lake, where houses are reached by pedestrian lanes and the water is a short walk below. The owners kept much of the original character and added modern comfort. Anyone looking for a holiday home on Lake Como, or a base for a longer stay, will find a lot to work with here. ### The House Floor by Floor You arrive from the pedestrian lane into two terraced courtyards. The original entrance opens straight into a fully equipped eat-in kitchen, with a generous dining room next to it. It is a ground floor built for long lunches that turn into dinner. On the first floor, a second entrance connects to the private parking area. Here you find a large living room with a fireplace, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a further lounge with space for a big sofa. A balcony opens onto the lake. The main rooms on this level are arranged around the view, so the sunset is part of the daily routine. The second floor has two bedrooms and a shower room, and the windows face the water. Two more bedrooms sit in the attic under exposed roof beams. That gives four bedrooms in total, enough for a family or for guests who come in summer and stay a week. The house has high ceilings and a basement, and it is sold partially furnished, with the kitchen and bathrooms included. ### Garden, Courtyards, Parking and Boat Outside the upper entrance there is a private courtyard with room for a table and chairs, a good ... click here to read more

This three-bedroom house for sale in Guardamar del Segura has a private jacuzzi terrace, a rooftop solarium and a habitable basement suite. It stands on a corner plot in the Marsol urbanization on the southern Costa Blanca, beside a belt of pine and eucalyptus trees and the Laguna de La Mata, between Guardamar and Torrevieja. The asking price is €220,000 for 84 m² of living space, three bathrooms and a communal pool just outside the door. ### Layout: Three Floors Plus a Basement You enter on the ground floor into a living-dining room with air conditioning. A balcony connects it to the front terrace and the communal areas with the pool, so on warm evenings the doors stay open and the room becomes part of the garden. The kitchen has been completely renovated in a contemporary style and comes with a column oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. A service toilet completes this level. Upstairs are two bedrooms. The master is the larger of the two, with mirrored built-in wardrobes, air conditioning and a private balcony overlooking the communal pool. The second double bedroom has a window facing the wooded area of pine and eucalyptus. A full bathroom with a shower and hydromassage serves this floor. The basement is what sets this house apart from its neighbours. It is fully conditioned, with a living room (television and air conditioning included), a double bedroom with a window to the outside and its own bathroom with a bathtub. That makes it the third bedroom, and it works just as well as a guest suite, a games room or a home cinema. The property is in good condition throughout. ### Jacuzzi Terrace and Rooftop Solarium The paved corner terrace has a dedicated jacuzzi area, with room left over for a sun lounge ... click here to read more

This three-bedroom house for sale on the Llŷn Peninsula stands in 2,426 m² of grounds with views over the bay towards Porth Neigwl. Bryn Ffynnon is a traditional Welsh stone cottage at the end of a winding track, extended and kept in good condition. It has been run as a holiday let, so it already works as a second home in Wales that can earn its keep. The land runs to lawns, a polytunnel and a secret garden. Three sides of the plot border National Trust land. ### A Stone House at the End of a Track The approach is slow, and that is part of the appeal. The track winds down to private entrance gates, and beyond them the house sits quietly above the coast with nothing built up around it. Because the plot borders a National Trust site on three sides, the outlook is unlikely to change. The house has 125 m² of living space, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is a practical size for a family, or for a holiday home in North Wales that sleeps six without feeling crowded. ### Inside: Beams, Slate and Two Stoves You walk into old wooden beams, Welsh slate flooring and exposed stone walls. The dining area takes a six-seater table, and a multifuel burner and radiators keep it warm through the colder months. The sitting room has a stone inglenook with a log burner and two large windows facing the coast. An external door opens straight onto the garden, so on a summer evening you can carry a drink out onto the lawn. The farmhouse-style kitchen is an extension to the original cottage. It has a vaulted ceiling, wooden worktops, a Belfast sink and a large pantry. Upstairs are three double bedrooms. Each looks across the front lawns to the sea, and the vaulted ceilings, stonework and original floorboards carry on from downstairs. ... click here to read more

This villa for sale in Koh Samui sits in Bophut on the island's north coast, with a private 7 × 3 m pool and three bedrooms on a 420 m² plot. It has 125 m² of living space over two floors and is sold fully furnished. You could arrive with a suitcase, open the shutters and be in the pool before lunch. ### The Villa: Three Bedrooms on Two Floors The house is laid out over two levels and is in good condition. There are three bedrooms and three bathrooms, one for each bedroom. That matters more than it sounds when friends or grown-up children come to stay and everyone wants a shower before dinner. The furniture stays. For a second home in Thailand, that saves you the trips to Chaweng furniture showrooms, the container shipping and the weeks of waiting. It also means you can judge the finished result on a viewing, because what you see is what you get. At 125 m² of built area this is not a sprawling estate. It is a manageable, lock-up-and-leave size, which is what most buyers of a holiday home in Koh Samui actually want when they only visit a few weeks a year. ### Private Pool, Garden and Sunset Views The pool measures 7 × 3 m, which is enough for proper laps and for a cool-down after a hot afternoon, and it belongs to this villa alone. Around it is a garden on a 420 m² plot, generous by Samui standards, where villa plots are often much tighter. From the house you look over the garden and pool towards the mountains, and in the evening you get sunset views. Plan on a drink outside around that hour. Practical points are covered too. The villa has parking for one car and paved road access, so you are not bouncing down a dirt track in the rainy season. If you expect to host several drivers at once, ask about street parking ... click here to read more

This four-bedroom villa for sale in Ciutadella de Menorca sits a short walk from the sand at Cala Blanca, with a saltwater pool and 602 m² of garden. The house is in good condition and has 181 m² of living space on a single plot. It suits a family that wants a Menorcan base for the summer, or buyers planning to live on the island all year. Cala Blanca is a quiet residential pocket on the west coast, a few kilometres south of Ciutadella's old town, and it feels more like a village than a resort. ### The House: 181 m², Four Bedrooms, Three Bathrooms The main living space is open-plan. Kitchen, lounge and dining area run into one another, so whoever is cooking stays part of the conversation. The kitchen has stone countertops, a gas hob and good-quality appliances. High ceilings and large windows keep the room bright, and there is a fireplace for the cooler evenings between November and March. There are four bedrooms. The main bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, and the other three share two further full bathrooms, which makes three bathrooms in all. Morning queues are not a problem when the house is full of guests. The whole villa is air-conditioned, which matters in July and August. A private garage takes one car, and there is extra parking on the plot. ### Pool, Garden and Terraces The 602 m² plot is mostly garden, planted with Mediterranean trees and shrubs that wrap around the house. At the centre is a large saltwater pool. Salt systems are gentler on skin and swimwear than chlorine, and many owners prefer them for that reason. Several terraces are set around the villa, so you can follow the sun or the shade through the day. A pergola covers one seating area, which is where lunch tends to end up in high summe ... click here to read more

This 16th-century château for sale in Indre stands on 9 hectares near Aigurande, with 600 m² of living space and a four-stall stable block. It sits on a gentle rise in the Berry countryside of Centre-Val de Loire, looking over meadows, woodland and the valley below. The roof has been restored, the windows are double glazed and a wood-chip boiler does the heating. The rooms still waiting for work are yours to shape. ### The Château: Two Floors, an Attic and a Tower The house is arranged over two main levels, with an attic above and a basement below. Rooms are generous, ceilings are high and the windows are large, so the light carries deep into the house. You come in through a grand entrance hall. The ground floor covers about 320 m² and holds the main living room with a fireplace insert. From there you step onto a south-facing terrace, which is where morning coffee and the long view across the valley will become a habit. Next door is a formal dining room. The fitted kitchen has its own scullery, so the cooking mess stays out of sight. The master suite is also on the ground floor, with a freestanding bath, a separate shower and a toilet. An office, a laundry room and storage space finish off this level, which makes single-level living easy. Upstairs, about 230 m² are arranged around a wide double landing. It could be split to create two independent living areas, handy for grown-up children or long-staying guests. There is a second living room with a fireplace and a balcony, four bedrooms and several bathrooms, one with a whirlpool bath. A former kitchen and a few rooms still need renovation, so you can decide what they become. The attic has a room of more than 40 m² and four former servants' bedrooms. They could becom ... click here to read more

This house for sale in Farsund sits on 2,332 m² beside Sævelandsvannet, with its own dock and shoreline for swimming, boating and fishing. It is a three-bedroom leisure home of 70 m², just north of Åpta Camping in Agder, on a south-facing plot that slopes gently down to the water. Pine floors, wood-panelled walls and a living room full of lake light give it the feel of a proper Norwegian cabin. The technical side has been brought up to date over the last few years, which is not always the case with lakeside hytter. For anyone looking for a holiday home in Agder, that combination is hard to find at this price. ### The House and Its 2,332 m² Plot Everything lives on one level. The living room, kitchen and dining area are open to each other, and the dining table sits by the window so you eat with the water and the wooded hills in front of you. The kitchen has painted profiled fronts, glass-door wall cabinets and a wooden countertop. A wood-burning stove handles the cold evenings, and an air-to-air heat pump keeps the temperature steady the rest of the time. The three bedrooms are all on the same level, each with pine flooring and panelled walls. The main bedroom takes a double bed and has a large wardrobe. The second has a wardrobe and a chest of drawers, with a view over the garden and the lake. The third is set up with a sofa bed and storage, so it works for children or guests. Outside, a supported wooden terrace of 42 m² opens straight off the living room. Morning coffee and a late dinner both happen out there, since the plot faces south. Below it the land is terraced with steps and retaining walls, with a flat lawn framed by hedges, a gravel driveway with room to park, and an enclosed play area with swings and clim ... click here to read more

This five-bedroom Victorian house for sale in Leitrim sits on the historic Lough Rynn Estate, a short walk from Lough Rynn Castle. Willow Lodge dates from around 1890 and stands on Lords Avenue, a tree-lined drive inside the estate. It has 265 m² of living space, five bedrooms, four bathrooms and private gardens on a plot of 3,490 m². The ground and first floors are in good order. The top floor is a project, and we say so plainly below. ### The House: Double-Height Hall and Period Rooms The front door opens into a hall that rises through two storeys, with a gallery landing on the first floor looking down into it. Cast-iron radiators and other period details have been kept, so the house still feels like a Victorian home rather than a renovation. On the ground floor there are several reception rooms. You get a formal sitting room, a second dining area, the Blue Room with its French-inspired touches, and a snug with a traditional range cooker. The country-style kitchen has a separate walk-in larder and plenty of storage. Next to it, the dining area has French doors onto the private rear garden, which makes it an easy place to eat in summer with the doors open. Upstairs, four bedrooms lead off the gallery. The principal suite has a walk-in wardrobe, a separate dressing or storage room, an ensuite bathroom and a large balcony over the mature estate grounds. A second double bedroom has its own ensuite, and the family bathroom has a freestanding cast-iron bath. The gallery itself is wide enough to work as a library, a home office or a reading corner. ### The Second Floor: What Still Needs Doing The top floor holds a bedroom, a shower room, storage areas and a light-filled studio or snug with a full-height bay window faci ... click here to read more

This furnished villa for sale in Didim sits in Efeler with a private pool, a roof terrace and three bedrooms, ready to move into or rent out. It is a semi-detached house on three floors with 165 m² of gross living space (about 130 m² net). The layout works equally well for a family summer or a year-round base on the Aegean coast. The air conditioning and white goods are already in place, so most of the work of setting up a second home in Türkiye is done. ### Inside the Three-Storey Villa The front door opens straight into an open-plan living room and kitchen on the ground floor. The living room is air-conditioned and leads onto an enclosed front balcony, a sheltered spot for morning coffee before the heat builds. A WC with a washing machine completes this level. On the first floor you find two bedrooms and a family bathroom with a jacuzzi bath. The front bedroom has its own balcony and air conditioning. A second staircase climbs to the top floor, where the third bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and air conditioning. The hallway there opens onto a large sun terrace, with views toward the sea and the surrounding countryside. In the evening it is the obvious place to sit with a drink. ### Pool, Garden, Parking and Security Outside, the villa has a private swimming pool with sunbathing terraces and a small front garden. The plot is 160 m², so this is compact, private outdoor living rather than a large estate. That makes it easy to look after if you are away for part of the year. You enter through a gate to private parking. Security is well covered: CCTV, grilles on all windows and doors, mosquito nets throughout and a roller shutter on the main door. A large secure shed at the rear, with a substantial safe inside, give ... click here to read more

This renovated 2-bedroom villa for sale in Rawai, Phuket has a 9-metre private pool on a 370 m² plot between Chalong and Nai Harn. The house was updated in 2022 and is in good condition, so the main work has already been done. It offers 190 m² of built area, two bedrooms with two bathrooms, and a garden around the pool. For a buyer who wants a Phuket property to use for part of the year, or to live in full time, it is a manageable size at a realistic scale. ### The House: 190 m² Renovated in 2022 The living area is open plan and runs straight into the kitchen. That suits the way most people actually live in the tropics: someone cooking while the others sit nearby, with doors open to the pool terrace. At 190 m² of built area, a two-bedroom layout leaves room for generous rooms rather than a squeezed floor plan. Both bedrooms have a bathroom to match, which matters if you are hosting friends or family, or planning to rent the villa out on a short-stay basis. The 2022 renovation means a new owner is not facing a long works schedule before moving in. As with any tropical home, plan a visit to check the air conditioning, plumbing and roofing for yourself. ### Private Pool, Garden and 370 m² of Land The pool is 9 metres long, which is long enough for real laps and not just a plunge pool. Around it sits a garden that gives the plot some privacy from the road and neighbours. Morning coffee beside the water, before the heat builds, is the sort of routine this layout is made for. The 370 m² plot is also larger than you would expect for a villa of this size. The seller's description mentions room for gardening, outdoor living or future expansion. Any extension would depend on local building rules and permits, so ask your law ... click here to read more

This four-bedroom house for sale in County Cork sits above Cork Harbour, with sea views across to Cobh and East Ferry. Built in 2008 and kept in turnkey condition, it offers 223 m² of living space on a 1,782 m² plot. The listing is registered under Castlemartyr, but the house itself stands at Ballynafarsid, close to Lower Aghada, on the harbour side of East Cork. That position is the point. You get open water, passing boats and the Cobh skyline from a house that needs no work before you move in. ### The House and Its 0.44-Acre Plot The house is detached and sits on its own landscaped site of about 0.44 acres. A private driveway leads up to it. The elevated position is what opens up the outlook, and the large windows are set to frame the harbour rather than ignore it. Outside, a large terrace runs off the kitchen and dining area, with lawned garden beyond. It is the obvious spot for a first coffee while the harbour wakes up, or for a long summer evening when the light stays late. The plot is generous enough for children to play or for you to plant out the borders, without being the kind of acreage that takes over your weekends. ### Inside: Living Space, Kitchen and Four Bedrooms A bright entrance hall leads to two separate reception rooms, a sitting room and a living room. Both have high ceilings and large windows facing the water, and the living area has a modern fireplace for colder months on the south coast. The kitchen is open plan to the dining area and built around a large island, with direct access to the terrace and garden. A utility room sits next to it. There is also a guest W.C. and a dedicated office, which suits remote working or study. Upstairs a game room gives the household somewhere to spread out. ... click here to read more

This three-bedroom villa for sale in Koh Samui sits in a quiet part of Lamai, with a private pool and a rental business already running. It is sold fully furnished and equipped, so a new owner can arrive with a suitcase or simply keep the bookings going. The house has 123 m² of living space on a 300 m² plot. It is built around a private garden and a 7.40 × 3.40 m pool, and it is in good condition. For anyone weighing up a holiday home in Koh Samui against a property that earns its keep, this one is both. ### The Villa: Layout, Pool and Garden The main living area is open plan. A lounge, dining space and kitchen share one bright room, and the whole room opens onto the terrace and garden. Breakfast outside and a swim before the heat builds is an easy routine here, because the pool sits at the centre of the garden rather than in a corner. The pool measures 26.16 m², which is enough for proper laps and not just a dip. Around it, the terraces add 31.42 m² of covered and open outdoor space for meals and loungers. The data also lists a balcony and a garden. The three bedrooms are placed on both sides of the villa, with three bathrooms in total. That split matters in practice. Two couples, or a family and their guests, can each have a wing without hearing the other end of the house. The villa comes with furniture and equipment, so there is no shopping list on arrival. ### Rental Income and Second Home Use The villa already operates as a rental. That gives a buyer two ways to use it. You can keep it as an investment property in Koh Samui and let it run, or block out weeks for yourself and rent the rest of the year. Before you commit, ask for the practical figures: booking history, typical nightly rates, how the property i ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Trøndelag sits by Tomtvatnet near Markabygda, with groomed ski trails a few metres from the door and southwest lake views. It is a small cabin of 47 m² on a leased plot of 90 m², and that is much of the appeal: everything is close at hand, easy to heat and easy to look after. Built in 1987 and kept in good condition, it has two bedrooms, a wood-burning stove and a heat pump. For anyone searching for a cabin for sale in Norway at an accessible price, this is a practical way into the Norwegian outdoor life, and the furnishings present at viewing are included. ### Inside the Cabin The kitchen is compact and fitted with a stove and refrigerator. The living room has light walls and ceilings, which counts for a lot when winter daylight is short. The living area opens straight into the kitchen, and a dining nook gives you a table with the landscape in view. Heat comes from the wood-burning stove, backed up by a heat pump, so the cabin is not just a July-and-August place. There are two bedrooms. One holds a family bunk bed with three sleeping places, the other a double bed, so five people can sleep here. That suits a family with children, or two couples who don't mind close quarters. The bathroom is small, with a vanity unit and an incineration toilet. A little loft is useful for storage. Outside there is a storage shed, and it may need some attention, so plan on a weekend of repairs once you own it. ### Terrace, Garden and Leased Plot The terrace measures about 4 m², enough for a small table and a morning coffee. The cabin faces southwest towards Tomtvatnet, so you look over the lake to the hills beyond, and the evening sun reaches you here. The garden is natural and follows the terrain, with no la ... click here to read more

This house for sale in Turrialba sits on 1,123 m² in La Pastora, with mountain views and a record as a working vacation rental. It is a compact two-bedroom home on a big plot, up in the cool highlands of Cartago province on the road that climbs toward Turrialba Volcano. At €114,000 it is priced for buyers who want a second home in Costa Rica that can help pay for itself. The house is in good condition, and the land around it gives you room to grow. ### The House and Its 1,123 m² Plot The home has 65 m² of living area. About 45 m² of that is the main construction, and covered walkways, a garage and a large terrace add to it. The layout is simple: two bedrooms, one bathroom, and a lot of life happening outdoors. The primary bedroom opens onto its own balcony. That is where you will drink your first coffee, with the hills and valleys in front of you and the mountain air coming in. The terrace is big enough for a proper table, so lunch with friends can stretch into the afternoon. The plumbing for a second bathroom is already in place. If you want to add one, whether for guests, family or rental bookings, the groundwork is done. The garage and extra parking space take two to three vehicles. The garden and open ground are the real bonus. Most homes at this price come with a postage-stamp yard, but here you could plant fruit trees, lay out a vegetable patch, add a firepit area, or build an extension. It is also a safe, roomy place for dogs to run. ### Vacation Rental Potential in La Pastora The house already operates as an Airbnb and vacation rental, so you would not be starting from zero. That matters in Turrialba, where visitors come for the outdoors and want somewhere quiet to come back to. Ask for the booking histor ... click here to read more

This apartment for sale in Jacó puts two bedrooms and a shared pool a short walk or bike ride from the beach, in a gated Garabito community. At 50 m² on a single level, it is a compact two-bedroom, one-bathroom home built in 2006 and kept in good condition. It suits buyers who want a low-effort second home on Costa Rica's Central Pacific coast, with surf, restaurants and supermarkets close by. ### The Apartment: Two Bedrooms on One Level Everything sits on one floor, so there are no stairs to deal with. You get two bedrooms and one full bathroom, which is enough for a couple with a guest room, a small family, or two couples splitting a week of surf and sun. The living and dining area is open plan and picks up plenty of natural light, with the kitchen right beside it. The kitchen is functional and ready to use, whether you cook for a weekend or a few months. The plot is also 50 m², so there is no private garden to look after. What you get instead are the landscaped common areas of the condominium. For an owner who lives abroad most of the year, that is a sensible trade. ### Living in Jacó, Garabito Jacó is the beach town that people from San José drive to for the weekend. The capital is about 1.5 hours away by road, and Juan Santamaría International Airport is roughly 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic. That short transfer is a big reason the town stays busy outside the peak months, with Costa Rican families filling it on weekends and international visitors arriving in the dry season. From this part of town you can walk or cycle to the beach, so a car is optional for daily life. Evenings mean a table at one of the restaurants in the centre. Mornings might mean a quick supermarket run before the sand. Surfers have J ... click here to read more

This villa for sale in Phuket sits near Nai Harn Beach in the south of the island, with a private pool and a gated-community setting. It is a one-bedroom home of 133 m² on a 253 m² plot, built in 2008 and sold fully furnished, so the practical work of setting up a household is already done. Southern Phuket is where many buyers end up after trying the busier west-coast resorts. The pace is slower, the beaches are quieter, and the seafood restaurants of Rawai are a short ride away. For anyone weighing a holiday home in Phuket that can be locked up between trips, a compact villa in a secured community is a sensible shape to look at. ### The Villa: 133 m² and a Private Pool One bedroom and one bathroom is a modest count, but 133 m² of living area is generous for that layout. It leaves room for a proper living space instead of a squeezed studio feel, and the private pool is the part you will use every day. Picture an early swim before the heat builds, then breakfast at home rather than queuing at a beach club. The villa was built in 2008 and is in good condition according to our data. It comes fully furnished, which matters if you plan to arrive with a suitcase rather than a shipping container. Ask for an inventory at the viewing so you know exactly which items stay. The listing is also marked as waterfront. Before you get excited about a particular view, ask what that means on this plot: whether it faces the sea, a lagoon or another body of water, and how close you can actually get to it. The 253 m² plot is small by design. That is a plus for a second home, because there is little garden to maintain while you are away and the pool is the only major upkeep item. ### Living Near Nai Harn Beach and Rawai Nai Harn Beach ... click here to read more

This chalet for sale in Bruvik, on Osterøy near Bergen, comes with year-round road access and a sunny terrace on a 1,013 m² leased plot. It is a compact two-bedroom cabin from 1980, kept in good condition, in the quiet valley of Bruvikdalen. The road runs right up to the door, which matters more than it sounds in a Norwegian winter. ### The Chalet: 56 m² with High Ceilings and a Loft The total area is 56 m², made up of 51 m² inside and a 5 m² outside storage room. The living room has high ceilings and large windows, so the kitchen and sitting area fill with daylight even on a grey Vestland morning. A fireplace in the living room is the main source of atmosphere when the evenings turn cold, and it is why the cabin works outside the summer season too. The kitchen has modern appliances, plenty of counter space and room for a dining table. It opens onto the living area, so whoever cooks stays part of the conversation. There are two bedrooms with wooden floors and panelled walls. A staircase leads up to a loft (hems), which gives you extra beds for children or guests, or simply a place to keep things out of the way. The bathroom is bright and modern, with a shower cabin. The cabin has running water and electricity, so it is a proper home for a weekend rather than a camping exercise. ### Terrace, Garden and a 1,013 m² Plot A large terrace wraps around much of the building. That means you can follow the sun: coffee on one side in the morning, dinner on another in the evening. The listing describes excellent sunlight through the year, helped by the cabin's elevation of roughly 273 metres above sea level. Views run across the surrounding mountains and forest. The garden is big enough for children to play and for you to sta ... click here to read more

This house for sale in Copey de Dota sits on a 1,000 m² lot in the Los Santos mountains, with a 2021 build and land-use approval for expansion. It is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom home of 90 m², and the garden already works: vegetable beds, fruit trees and a chicken coop. The church, school, supermarket and bus stop are all about 500 metres away. Much of the Costa Rica real estate at this price means a small plot or a long list of repairs. Here the house is in good condition, the utilities are connected and the municipal taxes are stated to be up to date. You can arrive with suitcases rather than a contractor. ### The House: Open Plan, Built in 2021 The living room, dining area and kitchen share a single open space, which makes 90 m² feel larger than the number suggests. Ceramic tile runs through the interior and outdoors, where the tiles are non-slip. That is a sensible choice in the mountains, where the rainy season is a fact of life. There are two bedrooms and a full bathroom. A separate laundry room, an enclosed clothesline area and a second outdoor drying space take care of washing day, which matters more than it sounds when the rain sets in. The house also has an additional flexible space that can become whatever you need: a garage, a terrace or a third bedroom. That makes this 2-bedroom house in Costa Rica easy to adapt if the family grows or guests start arriving more often. ### The 1,000 m² Lot and Expansion Potential The plot is the real draw. Instead of bare ground you inherit a vegetable garden, a chicken coop, young fruit trees and ornamental plants that someone has clearly looked after. There is room left over for a lawn, a workshop or a second building. Access is straightforward. The lot has direct f ... click here to read more

This five-bedroom house for sale in Idre, Dalarna, offers true ski-in/ski-out access in the Lövåsen area. Step out, click into your bindings and you are on the slopes, and the snowmobile trails are just as close. Built in 2008 as a Larsson timber house and sold fully furnished, it is ready for a first winter weekend without a single trip to the furniture store. ### The House: 155 m² Across Seven Rooms The living area is 155 m², split over seven rooms with five bedrooms and two bathrooms. That is a lot of beds for a mountain home. It suits two families sharing, a big household, or a place where friends and grandparents stay over often. The living room, dining area and kitchen flow into one another, with high ceilings and large windows facing the mountains. The views are described as open and unobstructed, so expect to watch the light move across the ridges from the sofa. The kitchen is fully equipped, and because the sale includes all inventory, the furniture and household items stay. The house is in good condition and winterized, built for year-round use rather than a few summer weeks. ### Terrace, Garden and Snowmobile Garage Outside, a generous sunny terrace catches the sun from the first days of spring through the long evenings of summer. The plot is 730 m² with a low-maintenance garden: enough room for children to play or for a bit of gardening, not enough to turn into a weekend chore. There is also a dedicated snowmobile garage and storage room. In the Dalarna mountains that matters more than an extra bathroom would. Skis, boots, helmets and the machine itself stay out of the car and out of the hallway. ### Living in Lövåsen, Älvdalen Municipality Lövåsen sits in Älvdalen municipality in northern Dalarna and ... click here to read more