Oh we do like to be beside the seaside. Yes, that satisfying smell of salty sea air, the comforting thrum of the waves on the shore and the hypnotic view of nothing but horizon, all add to the joy. In Europe we are spoilt for choice, we have everything panoramic cliff-top villages and glamorous riviera haunts to secluded private islands. So exactly where is the best place to live by the sea?
Here are 5 of the most magnificent properties currently on the Miami real estate market:
Monaco
Apparently, good things come in small packages. Residents of Monaco would certainly agree. The world’s second-smallest country is the epicentre of luxury living. Tax haven status aside, its favourable location, sandwiched between the Alps and the Med, allows residents to hit the beaches in summer and the slopes in winter. Soirees aboard superyachts, high rolling at the Monte Carlo Casino and splurging in the Carré d'Or shopping quarter - bagging a sea view apartment in Monaco certainly offers a taste of the good life. Despite Hyde Park rivalling the country when it comes to space, jet set residents currently have 5 Michelin-starred restaurants to choose from - not to mention the countless members clubs. This apartment on Boulevard de Suisse is currently on the market and has a port view.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Following the political troubles in the nineties, this beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Centre has been carefully rebuilt with the affluent tourist in mind. The vibrant city quickly worked its way to the top of the A-listers’ bucket lists, with everyone from Roman Abramovich and Bill Gates to Angelina Jolie and Steven Spielberg making a dash for its marble streets. Steeped in history, with intricate baroque churches, gothic statues and proud museums around every corner, a beachfront property in Dubrovnik is the ideal base for exploring this fascinating country; jump on a ferry to party island Hvar, visit the Diocletian’s Palace in Split or simply enjoy Dubrovnik’s impressive culinary scene.
Marbella, Spain
Long before Marbella became synonymous with luxury, it was home to Phoenicians, Visigoths, Romans and Moors, and this history is still palpable throughout the city; note the columns that are now part of the medieval city walls, which were built during the city’s Moorish epoch in the 10th century AD. Of recent years, it has also become a haven for the rich and famous thanks to its glamorous Puerto Banús, where superyachts line marina, and its ‘Golden Mile’ of exclusive clubs and restaurants. However, those looking for a more traditional charm will fall in love Marbella’s Old Town, with its cobbled lanes and brightly coloured flower boxes. Shielded by the stunning Sierra Blanca mountains, the city enjoys a microclimate that protects it from getting too hot or too cold, making it a strong contender for Europe’s best seaside living destination. Thanks to the Club La Costa World property ownership resort near here, this area is a home-away-from-home for many.
Cascais, Portugal
King Luis is to thank for transforming Cascais’ humble golden shores from a low-key fishing village into a millionaire’s playground. He spotted the city’s potential back in the late nineteenth century and paved the way for a stampede of eager aristocrats who, following his lead, hastily purchased their own beachfront properties and grand mansions. World-class hotels offer a pleasing spa and bar scene, whilst the Atlantic Ocean, sandy beaches and coastal path keep outdoorsy types busy. Cascais’ pedestrianised historic city centre has plenty of lively family-run restaurants and upscale boutiques. Cosmopolitan Lisbon is just a twenty-minute drive.
A Finnish Island
It may seem like a wild card, but right now Finland is the happiest country in the world. While winter reveals the spectacular Aurora Borealis, summer’s white nights give you all of time you need to explore the country’s endless forests and lakes. Plus, when you combine 180,000 islands with a population far smaller than London, you have plenty of space to make that beachfront property you’re planning a big one – don’t forget to leave room for a sauna!
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