Situated on Gull Island, just minutes from the quaint fishing community of Sitka, this custom build home measures a sizeable 5,200 square feet. The only property on the island and with its very own dock for easy ocean access, it truly is a private oasis. 

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The interior of Bella Paradiso was designed in a Golden Era style with dark wooden floors, contemporary chandeliers, arched windows and gold accents. The expansive grounds of the estate feature a swimming pool, luxurious guest accommodation and a garage that can house up to 20 cars. It's also the perfect place for a party with a ballroom that can hold up to 200 guests. 

Set in the heart of Encino, California, this dream home has eight bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, as well as a theatre, sauna, indoor pool, wine cellar and staff quarters. Head outside to the grounds and you'll find a sports court, golf putting green, pool and cabana for the true Californian experience.

As you head inside to the imposing hallway, you're greeted by high ceilings and a dramatic double sweeping staircase that leads upstairs. On the first floor, you'll find the lavish master suite with dual walk-in wardrobes and double ensuite bathrooms. 

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With exposed wooden beams and hardwood flooring, the ranch-style home also features stone mantles, authentic-style chandeliers and high ceilings. The living room, with its floor-to-ceiling arched windows, offers incomparable views out over the Rocky Mountains.

This Georgian-style mansion in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, is a luxury beach house with five bedrooms, five bathrooms and a private beach. The perfect place to relax, it has over 2,000 square feet of deck and a sunroom overlooking the sea. There's no need to worry about bad weather either as the property is built to withstand Category 5 hurricanes.

Inside, the main living area, which features double-height ceilings and a stone fireplace, leads through to the dining room and kitchen. On this level, there's also a games room, bar, office and the master suite. Head up the stairs or use the elevator to reach the first and second floors where the rest of the bedrooms are located. 

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This French Provincial-style mansion in Atlanta, Georgia, sits on 17 acres of land and features an underground ballroom, parking deck, a hobby house and an infinity pool with a bar, to name just a few of its luxury extras.

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Named Kai Moena, which translates as the 'house of the resting sea', this oceanfront estate merges modern architecture with luxury design. Lined with pristine white sand beaches, the 60,000-square-foot property is made up of two main residences. 

Nestled in Barrington Hills, Illinois, this European-style country estate with several hidden ponds in its grounds. Built in 2004, the slate-roofed manor exudes luxury and class. With eight bedrooms and nine bathrooms throughout the estate, you can spend your time wandering the 70 acres or relax indoors in 30,000 square feet of space. 

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Inside, a large arched doorway leads through to the foyer, which features Brazilian hardwood flooring and an oversized fireplace. Elsewhere, a two-storey living room features panoramic views of the lake at the rear of the house. The property is packed full of luxury amenities including a car-collectors garage, a lift, three golf greens, a waterfall and pool and even a custom dog bath in the mudroom. 

This two-storey home in Iowa sits in a Forest Reserve in the Crystal Creek Development. The five-bed, four-bath home isn't short of a few indulgent features including a relaxing spa, bar, gym and a temperature-controlled wine cellar. 

As you step through the front door, you're greeted by a grand foyer with travertine tiles, double-height ceilings and a double-curved staircase that features custom ironwork. Upstairs are the home's five spacious bedrooms – perfect for a family looking to upsize.

This stunning French-style chateau in Kansas sits high on a hill in the city of Mission Hills. With amazing views and sprawling grounds, the charming home benefits from a private pool and an outdoor kitchen too.

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Inside, the home has a whimsical seaside theme with fish and shell motifs, pale blue accents and light wood running throughout. The garage has storage for six cars and the grounds host a tennis court. 

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This custom log mansion sits on five acres of land above the resort town of Whitefish, Montana. With expansive views from each room, the estate features dramatic landscaping, set against vistas of the Rocky Mountains. The exterior has been crafted from rock and wood for an authentic ski chalet look.

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The reception hall moves through to the salon, which is also the main living space. With views of the Atlantic Ocean, the focal point of the room is the carved marble fireplace which was commissioned in 1907 by Benjamin Guggenheim. The vast first-floor houses seven bedrooms, including the lavish master suite which leads to a private upper terrace. 

Located on almost 30 acres, this gated hilltop property in New Mexico has stunning views in all directions. With three separate wings that contain a total of six bedrooms, the master suite has a spectacular dedicated wing of its own. Every bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and the master bedroom even has an outdoor shower. 

The foyer of the grand home leads into an airy main living room which has high ceilings and an open chef's kitchen, making it a great space for hosting. There are three separate outdoor areas to entertain alfresco too, plus a 1,500-square-foot studio, which could be used as a home office or art space. 

This magnificent, 80-acre property in Stanley is a horse ranch like no other. The 5,700-square-foot main home includes a state-of-the-art contemporary kitchen, as well as a dining room, media room and master bedroom with dual bathrooms and dressing areas. Perfect for entertaining, the house has a cowboy-style bar, a pool room and a grand rock fireplace. 

There's plenty of accommodation for guests too, with three Ralph Lauren-inspired guest cabins and a three-bedroom manager's house. The expansive grounds have two fully-stocked ponds, a barn and horse pastures, making this lavish home the perfect mountain retreat. 

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With seven bedrooms, including one spacious master suite, the lavish home has been decorated in true traditional country style. The ground floor features an office which leads through to a grand living space, featuring French doors with outside access to the manicured gardens. 

The main rooms include an ornate reception hall, Versailles-style salon, dining room, music room, sunroom, kitchen and an additional catering kitchen for all those grand parties. Featuring eight bedrooms, the master suite is located in a separate wing on the first floor alongside a dressing suite and massage rooms.

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The interior is decked out in fir cedar, stone, glass and steel with high, angular ceilings and tall windows that flood the house with natural light. The striking red tower at the centre of the property houses the master bedroom and there's even a subterranean gallery with a stream flowing underneath. Talk about wow-factor!

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This amazing modern home sits atop 85 acres of land and comes complete with sustainable gardens, a saltwater pool, a separate three-bedroom guest house and even an archery range. Nestled in the rural idylls of Tenino, Washington, this unique abstract property is a real find for those who like to think (and live) outside of the box.

The classic estate has nine bedrooms, which include a caretaker's quarters above the garage and a spacious master bedroom with an office and two walk-in wardrobes. Fit for lavish country living, the property has seven wood-burning fireplaces, 33-foot ceilings and exposed stone walls.

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