{"id":342095,"date":"2024-07-04T14:00:18","date_gmt":"2024-07-04T18:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/blog-api\/?p=342095"},"modified":"2024-07-04T14:00:18","modified_gmt":"2024-07-04T18:00:18","slug":"private-paradises-4-remote-luxury-homes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/extraordinary-living-blog\/private-paradises-4-remote-luxury-homes\/","title":{"rendered":"Private Paradises: 4 Remote Luxury Homes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Privacy is the greatest luxury. And with a luxury home located in the right locale, getting away from the fuss and frustrations of daily life by finding refuge in a <\/span>remote destination<\/span> is a dream turned reality.<\/span><\/p>\n

Remote luxury homes<\/span> aren\u2019t just desirable because they afford an increasingly priceless sense of peace; the spaces and places they occupy are some of the most picturesque in the world. Lakes, mountains, islands, headlands, and woodlands \u2014 these four ultra-<\/span>private luxury homes <\/span>are all situated in prime positions, far away from worldly concerns.<\/span><\/p>\n

Living Large by Lake Travis<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Bridget Ramey – Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Have you ever seen a lake so beautiful you wish you could just build a cottage on the nearby bluff? This is exactly what happened on the shores of Lake Travis \u2014 except on epic proportions.<\/span><\/p>\n

To realize their unique vision for the ultimate <\/span>remote luxury home<\/span>, the architects who designed <\/span>this villa<\/span><\/a> carved out a third of the local hillside and made an engineering marvel. The residence is an extraordinary collection of scenic suites meticulously crafted with the highest-quality materials, and is contiguous with 14 acres of custom-created nature trails and a three-slip boat dock for effortless lake access.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Regal Retreat by the Alps<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Alberto Caprettini – Italy Sotheby’s International Realty<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

When imagining an ideal sanctuary, what could be more appealing than those <\/span>remote farmhouse homes<\/span>, where rural ruggedness is compellingly juxtaposed with the finest finishes, and generous tracts of land give you room to roam?<\/span><\/p>\n

Now take it to a whole new level with this fairy tale castle gracing the slopes of a charming, sun-kissed village. With views of the mountains and valleys in its immediate vicinity, as well as verdant gardens that sprawl beyond the historic stone walls, <\/span>this property<\/span><\/a> completely redefines the concept of the country home. Few can say that their house is a national monument \u2014 one that has stood tall since the 9th century and contains more than a millennium\u2019s worth of artisanship, artistry, and opulence.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Haven by Horse Island<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>David Ashmore – Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

There are different types of <\/span>remote island homes<\/span>, though. For those adventurers who want to feel like they\u2019re on the edge of the earth, windswept cliffs and wave-battered bluffs may hold more allure.<\/span><\/p>\n

At this property<\/span><\/a>, the main house isn\u2019t actually on the private island; instead, the island is a breathtaking promontory connected by land bridge to the dramatic coast. The dynamic setting makes this incredibly comfortable residence even cozier, with its remarkable contrast of modernist exteriors and lavishly furnished interiors that embrace both contemporary and classical aesthetics. And while the home seems like it\u2019s in the middle of nowhere \u2014 in all the best ways \u2014 a lively village and two vibrant towns are within a half hour\u2019s drive.<\/span><\/p>\n

Grandeur in Denham Green<\/span><\/h2>\n

\"\"<\/a>Richard Cutt – United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n

Sometimes a <\/span>remote destination<\/span> doesn\u2019t have to be so remote at all. A country estate can feel like a distant escape, provided it\u2019s enfolded in enough private parkland.<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s certainly the case in <\/span>this distinguished home<\/span><\/a>, which in its nearly three and half centuries of existence has hosted a who\u2019s-who of royalty, nobility, and celebrity guests. An eight-year restoration project has preserved its elegance while furnishing it with every convenience, but the greatest jewel in its crown may be its 42 acres of Grade II listed grounds encompassing meadows, orchards, flowerbeds, a walled garden, and a lake.<\/span><\/p>\n

Amid the trees or among the seas, <\/span>remote luxury homes<\/span> provide advantages that your typical urban property can\u2019t compete with. A sense of freedom, unfettered access to pristine nature, and a rarified perch above the rest of the world where no one can reach you \u2014 unless you invite them in.<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested in even more private paradises?<\/span><\/i> Explore the luxury of island living in these three estates.<\/span><\/i><\/a>
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Privacy is the greatest luxury. And with a luxury home located in the right locale, getting away from the fuss and frustrations of daily life by finding refuge in a remote destination is a dream turned reality. Remote luxury homes aren\u2019t just desirable because they afford an increasingly priceless sense of peace; the spaces and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":64295786,"featured_media":342102,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_crdt_document":"","advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1399],"tags":[1452,1453,1498,1505],"class_list":["post-342095","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home-and-design","tag-ireland","tag-italy","tag-texas","tag-united-kingdom"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_likes_enabled":false,"jetpack_shortlink":"https:\/\/wp.me\/pf4gbL-1qZF","jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":343882,"url":"https:\/\/www.sothebysrealty.com\/extraordinary-living-blog\/luxury-real-estate-headlines-first-week-in-may-2025\/","url_meta":{"origin":342095,"position":0},"title":"Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in May, 2025","author":"Kate Marburger","date":"May 2, 2025","format":false,"excerpt":"Homes in the News Highlands, North Carolina | Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty Mansion Global North Carolina\u2019s Priciest Home Returns to MarketA 10-bedroom estate atop a mountain in western North Carolina is listed once again, this time for $32 million. 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