10 of the Best Modern Homes Around the World

Published 2nd September 2017

A spectacular collection of modern designer homes that take you from Europe to the rugged coasts of Canada, through the Californian desert, past the beaches of Costa Rica to the wild reaches of Patagonia.

Alpenlofts

Bad Gastein - Austria

Sleeps 2-12 per lodge

Five luxury mountain lodges in Austria’s beautiful fairytale spa & ski resort Bad Gastein, overlooking the dramatic Alp Peaks and stunning Belle Époque scenery

The White House

Santa Teresa - Costa Rica

Sleeps 16

Unique, gorgeous property on the Costa Rican coast just 50 yards from the sea – stunning architecture and views.

Océano Patagonia - Wild Coast Residence

Peninsula Valdés - Argentina

Sleeps 3

Combine luxury with getting back to nature at Oceano Patagonia - a Patagonian paradise in the UNESCO World Heritage site of Peninsula Valdes.

Aerie at Sargeant Bay

Halfmoon Bay - Bristish Colombia

Sleeps 6

Gorgeous guest house perched near the water’s edge, alongside beautiful forestry – enjoy the wonders of the British Columbia coast in style.

Bay House Studio

Kommetjie - Cape Town

Sleeps 12

Gorgeous, elegant and modern beach house perfect for large groups - A stone’s throw from Cape Town with breathtaking sea views down the coast to Table Mountain

Homestead Modern No. 1

Pioneertown - California

Sleeps 7

A three-part desert home with hot tub, barbecue and incredible views, with Pioneertown and the Joshua Tree National Park on the doorstep

El Caracol

Lledo - Aragon

Sleeps 8

Live outdoors this holiday; go wild swimming in the river, explore a pine forest, climb a mountain, and then relax in this spacious and cool glass fronted home.

3 Bicas House

Bicas - Grandola

Sleeps 10

Amazingly stylish villa for 10 with contemporary design, big private pool, and good access to some of Portugal’s most secluded beaches

Fogo Island Inn

Joe Batt's Arm - Newfoundland

Sleeps 2-4 per room

A spectacular and beautifully designed hotel offering unbeatable views of an extraordinary landscape. Stay in luxury, whilst being part of the Fogo Island community.

Morna Valley Villas

San Lorenzo - Ibiza

Sleeps 25

Stylish, award winning architecturally designed villas with panoramic views of the sea.