CHANIA, CRETE
FROM 250,000
In a nutshell: Detached two-bed villa, 2,000sq m site with landscaped garden, barbecue, sitting room, fully fitted and equipped kitchen/lounge with open fireplace and doors to garden, satellite television, two bathrooms and solar heating
What's so special about it? Private heated pool; jacuzzi bath; sea and country views
Pros: The villa is only half an hour from Chania airport, while Chania itself (the original old capital of Crete) is only 15 minutes drive away and retains old-world charm in its cobbled streets, local pottery, fish restaurants and the picturesque Venetian harbour.
Cons: Five-hour flight
For more details: Crete Property Consultants Ltd, 0044-2084 585200; or visit the Crete overseas exhibition at The Holiday Inn, Pearse Street, Dublin 2 on Saturday 2 June and Sunday 3 June
PIPA HILLS, PIPA, NATAL, BRAZIL
FROM 180,000
In a nutshell: Three-bed villa in northeastern Brazil with floor space of 160sq m in a stunning tropical setting with generous terraces ideal for al fresco dining
What's so special about it? Onsite facilities include a bar and barbecue area, three communal swimming pools, stunning lagoon area and tropical gardens. Close to beaches at Pipa and Natal
Pros: Beach activities include boat trips, swimming with dolphins, trekking, surfing, buggy trips, horse-riding, canoe rides, international restaurants and shopping in the small local boutiques. The property is one hour's drive from the beach resort of Natal
Cons: An extra five million tourists arriving in region in 2010, when the new airport opens in Natal, could further affect the area's off-thebeaten-track appeal
LE DOMAINE DU BOIS DES HARCHOLINS, MOSELLE, LORRAINE, FRANCE
FROM 191,000
In a nutshell: Two-, three- or four-bed cottages, from 52sq m to 92sq m
What's so special about it? One-storey 'cottages' with a contemporary design built from wood with full-height windows opening on to a large terrace and surrounded by forest.
Pros: Sports activities and facilities within the village will include Aqua Mundo (an aquatic space with a wave pool, lagoon bathing, slides, waterfalls and a wild river), while an immense space dedicated to indoor leisure will house The Dome, a luxuriant tropical garden for all sporting and fun activities.
Cons: The first cottages won't be completed until the last quarter of 2009 For more details: Pierre and Vacances Property Investments, 01-483 0846; or www. pierre-vacances. co. uk
LOS COROZOZ DU GUAVABERRY, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
FROM 155,200
In a nutshell: Two-bed unit with fitted kitchen, fitted wardrobes, air con, terrace with golf or pool views, optional furnishing package
What's so special about it: Tropical location on the southeast coast on the edge of a forest and nature reserve
Pros: Close to golf courses, beaches, boutique hotel, health spa, club and beachhouse, equestrian centre, tennis courts and restaurants
Cons: No direct flights. This property is within the hurricane belt (hurricane season falls between June to November)
For more details: Egan Properties, 01-276 4801; www. eganproperties. ie; or visit the Dominican Republic Property Show, Radisson Hotel, Dublin today
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