Relax, renew, refresh

Dordogne château Sarlat la Caneda, France

The pinnacle of majestic elegance with its classic Neo-Gothic architecture, this exceptional château offers an astonishing 18,944 sq ft (1,760 sq m) of living space. With both entertainment and pampering in mind, a former orangery and wine storehouses have been transformed to encompass a salon, gym, and casino on the upper floor, while the lower level houses a fabulous mosaic-tiled pool and wellness suite, featuring a massage room, sauna, hammam, Jacuzzi, and lounge areas, as well as a bowling alley, games area, and bar. Price upon request.

Maxwell-Baynes Real Estate, Kirsten Pollard, info@maxwellbaynes.com, +33 6 74 27 26 86

The Vines Resort & Spa Mendoza Valley, Argentina

More than 1,480 acres (600 ha) of private vineyards surround The Vines Resort & Spa, a boutique wine and gastronomic resort nestled in the Uco Valley, the most recognized wine region in Argentina. In addition to a hotel that seamlessly blends elegance with comfort, there are 22 exclusive villas, designed by Bórmida & Yanzón. These are available on three different floor plans, ranging from 990 sq ft (92 sq m) to 2,691 sq ft (250 sq m), and residents benefit from all the facilities of the hotel, creating a fantastic holiday home in an award-winning, luxury resort. There is also the chance to work side-by-side with world-renowned consulting winemaker Santiago Achaval and his expert team to make personalized small-batch wine. Owners are free to use their villa while visiting Mendoza for up to four weeks of each year, with the comfort of knowing that it will be taken care of when not in residence. There is also an option to be part of a rental program. Prices for the villas range from $475,000 to $1,200,000 and, based on the past five years, it is projected that the rental program could generate an annual return of 3 percent to 8 percent. This is a vineyard ownership experience like none other. Price upon request.

ReMind Group S.A., María Fernanda Canals, fernanda.canals@remind.com.ar, +54 9 11 5061 9271

Spa Orient Marrakech, Morocco

Located in the heart of Marrakech, the Spa Orient is an oasis of calm amid the vibrant buzz of the city. Laid out over three stories, it boasts all the luxury amenities guests could desire from an exclusive wellness retreat, including tranquil treatment rooms, a steam room, and a sauna, all laid out in beautiful natural stone and marble. €1,200,000 Kensington Luxury Properties, Alex Peto, alex@kensington.ma, +212 254 42 2229

Beachfront bliss Sunset Beach, California, U.S.A.

An architectural masterpiece on the pristine sands of Sunset Beach, this one-of-a-kind estate boasts a double corner lot with 70 ft (21m) of beach frontage. Having recently undergone a full remodel, its three stories now encompass three bedrooms and seven baths. Introduced by an impressive entryway, the main floor reveals a generous beachfront deck with pool, spa, and living succulent wall, an outdoor bath with shower, a bonus beach room with sit-up sushi bar and utility kitchen, a wine cellar, a laundry, and guest baths. Two en suite bedrooms, a living room, family room, dining room, and kitchen/great room can be found upstairs, the chef’s kitchen delivering a large island perfect for entertaining, a double oven, a six-burner stove top, an espresso machine, a wine fridge, and a butler’s pantry. The entire third level is dedicated to the lavish owners’ suite, which takes in a stunning bedroom, an opulent bath, two walk-in closets, two balconies, and an office. Panoramic sea views can be enjoyed from almost every room, and there is no shortage of luxurious touches, such as a smart-home system, Lutron lighting, heated floors, and an elevator. The final highlight is a three-car garage with electric charging points. $12,500,000 First Team Real Estate, Chuck Buscemi, chuckbuscemi@firstteam.com, +1 562 592 9826

Words: Dominic Lutyens