Price Of Sights: Luxury Homes Around The World With Multimillion-Dollar Views

Location is certainly paramount when it comes to real estate. These properties, from a Pacific Northwest Colonial tucked away amidst manicured gardens to a penthouse with an iconic waterfront view Down Under, offer luxurious amenities in even more striking surroundings.

Here’s a closer look at what’s for sale on the global market:

Picturesque in Portland

Location: Portland, Oregon

Price: $4.2 million

This farmhouse-style Colonial, built in 1916, is located in Portland’s historic Dunthorpe neighborhood. The five-bedroom, seven-bathroom, 9,000-square-foot home has been restored and features seven fireplaces, pocket and French doors and crown molding. The property comprises sprawling lawns and European-style gardens with boxwood hedges, with an in-ground pool surrounded by a brick terrace.

It is listed with Mimi McCaslin and Anne-Marie Knapp of LUXE. 

Paradise in the Caribbean 

Location: Nassau, The Bahamas

Price: $14.7 million

Known as Villa Sul Mare, this waterfront estate overlooks Nassau Harbor, just south of the Paradise Island Golf Course in the prestigious Ocean Club Estates gated community. The 6,500-square-foot villa has seven separate roofs housing its six bedrooms and seven bathrooms and features soaring cathedral ceilings in stained maple. It’s surrounded by palm trees, with furnished patios and an infinity-edge pool overlooking the water.

It’s listed with Ryan Knowles of MAISON Bahamas.  

Entertaining a view in Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Price: $3.675 million

This mid-century modern-era contemporary home is perched on a hilltop near the iconic Sunset Strip. The updated and light-filled home features a living area and primary suite that open to the outdoors, which boasts an expansive deck and sleek pool, and a terrace with views of the city. There are three bedrooms and three bathrooms, along with a den with a fireplace that’s outfitted with speakers and custom built-ins. An office, gym space and a two-car garage round out this slice of Southern California.

It is listed with Christina Collins of Hilton & Hyland. 

Stone-and-wood mountain escape

Location: Wolcott, Colorado

Price: $5.195 million  

The stone and wood that fill this mountain home echo the views of the surrounding wilderness. The peaceful residence sits on 10 acres and features a wrap-around deck to take in the views. Along with an open floorplan, there are five bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, along with a recreational room with a bar, a movie theater and a wine room. 

Matt Iverson, Kathy Iverson and Billy Iverson of the Iverson Team at Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate hold the listing. 

Above the bridge Down Under

Location: Sydney, Australia 

Price: Upon request 

This penthouse on Sydney’s historic Macquarie Street has a prominent perch overlooking Sydney Harbor, with views across Circular Quay to the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, over the Sydney Opera House, and out to the Royal Botanic Garden. The 2,500-square-foot home has three bedrooms with views and an open kitchen. Residents of the Bennelong Apartments have access to a 24-hour concierge, as well as a pool, sauna and gym.

It is listed with Ken Jacobs of Private Property Global.

Hilton & Hyland, LUXE, MAISON Bahamas, Private Property Global and Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate are exclusive members of Forbes Global Properties, a consumer marketplace and membership network of elite brokerages selling the world’s most luxurious homes.