Follow the users of JamesEdition platform on their 2023 journey through luxury real estate. With locations spanning from Kent County in England to Cecil County in Northeast Maryland, and from The Bahamas to Thailand, the properties listed for sale feature spectacular views (arguably among the world’s best), high-end amenities, and beautiful grounds.
Explore the most visited JamesEdition listings* in 2023 (*including only listings that are active at the date of publishing).
10. Glass-walled Heathfield House with a Pool Opening onto the Garden — London
Located on a sought-after road in the heart of Highgate and occupying a two-acre site, a bespoke family home with the accommodation predominantly arranged over three floors with the benefit of a substantial, self-contained staff lodge. The luxurious entrance hall of this stunning home has a glass lift to each floor.
Listed by United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty
9. 5-Ha Crown Pigeon Island & Cays in The Bahamas
Crown Pigeon Island is a place to find your personal oasis in the idyllic North Eleuthera area of the Bahamas. With 11 acres (almost 5 Ha) of land, this private island boasts three stunning beaches, each offering its own unique beauty. The location is also a haven for fishermen and angling enthusiasts, with the famed Bonefish flats just a stone’s throw away. And when you’re ready to experience some local culture and cuisine, a short boat ride to historic Dunmore Town on Harbour Island is all it takes.
Listed by Bahamas Sotheby’s International Realty
8. French Castle on Los Angeles Billionaires’ Row
This French-style, 56,000 sq. ft. property shielded behind gates and hedges is one of the finest estates in the world. Sited on 4.68 acres on Los Angeles Billionaires’ Row in the coveted Platinum Triangle, the castle offers every amenity imaginable, from a stunning solarium and a home theatre to a circular motor court to park over 50 cars. The property was built in the late 1980s by television titan Aaron Spelling.
Listed by JFW Immobilier
7. 45-Ha Private Island in Thailand
This is the largest island available for sale in Thailand. It lies 20 minutes by boat from the resorts of Phuket and Coconut Island, 10 minutes from the nearest town, and close to Phuket International Airport. Ideally positioned for possible developments, the 110-acre island has basic amenities including fresh water, an electric generator, and a mobile signal.
Listed by Supreme Real Estate
6. Luxury Ranch on Shuswap Lake, British Columbia, Canada
The property is not subject to Canada’s Foreign Buyers Ban. This 73-acre ranch on Shuswap Lake features two private, professionally staged, turn-key lakeshore homes, boasting over 14,300 sq. ft. of combined living space. The Shuswap Lake beach with over 1,200 feet of shoreline accommodates two docks and a full-service Beach Cabana. 45 acres of timbered forest provides opportunities for hunting and outdoor activities. This property can serve as an ideal private retreat or a corporate getaway that ensures complete privacy.
Listed by Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
5. Willow Manor in the Heart of the Kentish Countryside, the UK
A modern country home, with superb ancillary accommodation and leisure facilities, set within over ten acres of glorious park-like gardens and paddocks, in an idyllic rural setting near Canterbury. Willow Manor was designed by the renowned Clague Architects of Canterbury and built in 2006 to an exacting standard, in the style of an ‘Edwin Lutyens’ house, with a handsome and traditionally styled exterior. Once inside, the generosity of proportions and unmistakeable sense of grandeur is matched perfectly by the unwavering degree of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Listed by Foundation Estate Agent
4. Waterfront Equestrian Estate in the Horse Country of Cecil County, Northeast Maryland
This unique waterfront estate with expansive views of the Elk River and Chesapeake Bay features four meticulously renovated homes, as well as barns, horse pastures, tillable farmland, a 14-acre vineyard, stables, a private shoreline, sandy beach, and a 300-foot private dock. The property is currently operated as an income-producing premier winery and wedding venue with a land appraisal of USD 6M+.
Listed by Blue Elk Properties LLC
3. Louis XV Chateau One Hour From Paris
Located 60 km from Paris and close to the castle of Vaux le Vicomte, this authentic Louis XV Castle, also known as “Folly Louis XV” is set on 173 acres (70 Ha) including 44,5 acres (18 Ha) of an English Park enclosed by walls. The property offers 8,611 sq. ft. (800 sqm) of living spaces in the castle and approximately 9,149 sq. ft. (850 sqm) of outbuildings. The castle, built in 1750, has an excellent distribution of living rooms, which have benefited from very high-quality restoration.
2. Summer Residence with the Views of Lake Skorradals, Iceland
A summer residence located on the south side of Skorradalsvatn, this property boasts a modern cottage, a guest house, and a sauna. The primary residence is thoughtfully designed with a concrete plinth and features underfloor heating for optimal comfort. Situated on an expansive 7,143 sqm plot, the property offers breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Skorradals. Security and privacy are paramount, ensured by an electric gate enclosing the premises.
Listed by Palsson Fasteignasala / Real Estate
1. Le Palais Vénitien in Cannes, France
A stunning residence inspired by the architecture of Byzantium and Venice, the Palais Vénitien overlooks the panorama of Cannes and the Mediterranean. It encompasses a wealth of luxurious amenities, including a lake, a tennis court, secluded woodlands, and an expansive outdoor pool.
As the ultimate expression of contemporary refinement, this house seamlessly incorporates the latest high-tech controls within its 3,000 sqm of living spaces.
Listed by Côte d’Azur Sotheby’s International Realty
