In an era of constant connectivity, remote real estate offers an opportunity to unplug from the digital world, reconnect with loved ones and revel in natural beauty. Whether it’s a build-ready site amidst Utah’s Red Mountain Wilderness, a history-steeped villa in the hills of Portugal or a private Caribbean island estate these properties provide sanctuary, seclusion and some much-needed solace.
Utah
154 Acres Hoosier Lake
The Agent: David Ellis
The Price: $5,500,000
The Details: Spanning 154 acres, this wooded mountain retreat boasts its own placid 36-acre lake stocked with rainbow trout. Offering seclusion and an unparalleled connection with nature, this is a build-ready property with ample space for two cabins.
8244-B-1 Sand Cove Road
The Agent: Jolene Pace
The Price: $56,000,000
The Details: Framed on three sides by the Red Mountain Wilderness, this 71.75-acre property is poised to be an epic estate compound or a larger-scale residential development. Set just 14 miles from St George, the land boasts water, power and can be sold with development plans.
California
47730 Coast Ridge Road
The Price: $9,950,000
The Details: Starry nights, stunning sunsets and tranquil days await at this magnificent new construction estate in the heart of Big Sur. Its coveted, gated location is just above two world-class resorts (the Ventana Inn and Post Ranch) and enjoys 10 acres with unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and Big Sur.
Italy
Villa Solaio 13 Anqua
The Agent: Leslie Rae Bega
The Price: $15,957,447
The Details: A lush Northern Italian escape outside Bologna, Villa Solaio is a 550-acre property comprising a grand mansion, a collection of outbuildings, its own vineyard, an olive grove, pastures and a forest. ​​An exceptional canvas ready to be reimagined into a premier resort or legacy home, Villa Solaio is an extraordinary country property sure to delight for a lifetime.
Portugal
Loule Villa
The Agent: Anette Roehrich
The Price: $1,382,979
The Details: Tradition meets modernity in this perfectly private property, located a five-minute drive from the city of Loule. Take in breathtaking sea and coastline views as well as a pool, and pergola-covered seating area all surrounded by lush olive trees.
Quinta Vale do Torrado
The Agent: Christopher Kirby-Higgs
The Price: $5,265,957
The Details: Set in the Natural Park of Serra de Sintra, this gorgeous villa is surrounded by stunning views of the mountains and the Palaces of Pena, Seteais, Monserrate and a Moorish castle—an area designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Designed by renowned local architect Thiago Braddell and built in 2005, the estate opens to a spacious garden, multiple terraces as well as a pool and sauna.
Lourinhã Villa
The Agent: Monique Muller
The Price: $3,191,489
The Details: Offering unparalleled views of the ocean, this villa is only 500 meters from the beach and is part of an ultra-private, carefully considered lifestyle community, encompassing residential, hospitality and wellness features. Though its setting provides peace and quiet (plus views), this villa is just outside Lourinhã, a growing coastal city located 45 minutes north of Lisbon.
Idaho
7351 W Ledgerwood Lane
The Agent: Michael Moir
The Price: $6,750,000
The Details: Saddle up for some sweet serenity. This fully equipped equestrian property spans more than 15 acres and presents sweeping views of the Boise Front plus a six-stall barn, tack room, riding arena and RV storage or shop.
9105 W McMillan Rd
The Agents: Robyn Moir, Michael Moir
The Price: $3,499,900
The Details: Set on five lush, peaceful acres with an equestrian facility, separate guest house and pool, this is a country retreat that defies description. The main home is designed for hosting and relaxing and basks in panoramic views of the Boise foothills.
Turks & Caicos
Ambergris Cay Villa 383
The Price: $3,950,000
The Details: Exclusive island oasis? Check. This brand-new villa is on Ambergris Cay, a private residential island located within the Turks and Caicos Islands. Easily accessible via a private airport, this villa promises otherworldly ocean views plus a heated outdoor pool and pool deck. The white sands of Columbus Beach are also a stone’s throw from home. Ambergris Cay entices with endless turquoise blue waters and crisp, starry nights unblurred by the glare of civilization.
Florida
99 E Ocean
The Agents: Ember Duran, Blair Chang
The Price: $16,499,999
The Details: A gem amidst the azure waters of the Florida Keys, East Sister Rock is a lavish private island encompassing 1.37 acres of pristine paradise and an impressive 800 feet of water frontage. This sun-soaked haven offers unparalleled sanctuary just a quarter-mile from the world-renowned Sombrero Beach and is mere moments from Marathon’s exclusive private airport.
Michigan
3211 Wilder Road
The Agent: Meredith Colburn
The Price: $2,150,000
The Details: Come home to River Cross, a 55-acre estate in the heart of eastern Michigan’s Metamora Hunt Country. Take in woodlands and meadows that reach as far as the eye can see, and enjoy the comforts of a built home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright disciple, John Vinci. This epic property also includes a barn, pasture and a 2.5-acre aerated pond and beach.
5140 Crest Knolls Court
The Agent: Christine Drinkwater
The Price: $1,899,000
The Details: Moderately secluded on 1.36 acres, this estate resides in a leafy neighborhood court with mature woodlands that provide peace and privacy. The dreamy, quiet yard presents a patio, deck areas, a pool and outdoor kitchen with pizza oven.
Mexico
Casa Vista Perfecta
The Price: $1,700,000
The Details: Private and perfecta for an unplugged moment, Casa Vista Perfecta on the southern East Cape of Baja California Sur is an impeccably maintained home overlooking the famed Punta Perfecta surf break. Located within the gated community of Punta Perfecta, this retreat is still just 23 miles from the Los Cabos International Airport and 27 miles from downtown San Jose del Cabo.
