A Place More Than Just A Residential Area

How would you like the idea of being able to do a lot of different stuff just close to home? Do activities like picnics, strolling around, jogging, running, enjoying nature, history and many more? There is one such location in Surrey and that would be in Virginia Water. The area is quite known because of notable places such as the Windsor Great Park, the Wentworth Estate and the Wentworth Golf Club. Of course, you can find the famous Virginia Water Lake here with its mesmerising lake views and beautiful scenery surrounding it. When we talk about the location as a residential area, it is almost perfect considering that even though the place receives an influx of wealth, it still maintains its homey and villagey atmosphere. It is a quiet and peaceful town where you can definitely relax and unwind. It is also quite accessible to Central London, the Heathrow Airport plus, there are several shops nearby where you can get your supplies and all.

Virginia Water also has lots of properties that are available either to rent out or purchase. Depending on your preferences and specifications, there is a home for you here. You just need to get in touch with the experts so that you will really get what you want. There are several estate agencies in the area that you can contact and any of these companies are more than willing to help their clients. You can also check out their web sites first and see which of them can give you what you're looking for.

Plan Carefully When Purchasing A Property

Purchasing a property or a home is not something that you do every day. You need to plan for it carefully, do a lot of research and of course, save up a lot of money in order for you to achieve it. It is a major decision in one's life and it needs to be thought of really carefully. That is why we have estate agents in Chalfont St. Giles who are waiting for you to give them a chance to help you with all your property needs. They will make sure to personalise and customise their services in accordance to all your specifications and preferences. They also have an extensive range of different properties that are available for you to check out. From simple homes to luxurious mansions or humble flats, these agents can definitely find the dream property that you are looking for in the soonest possible time. You will never hesitate to seek help from them because they are very accommodating and easy to deal with.

Do not worry too much about not finding estate agents in Chalfont St. Giles. There are a lot of them in the area so all that you need to do is get in touch with an estate agency and the latter will be the ones to refer you to an agent. You might want to go on-line first and check out the web sites put up by these companies. You will get to know more about them and even see what they can offer you. From there, you can then decide who to choose.

Join the Millionaire's Club: The best 7 figure homes around the world

Being able to spend a million pounds on a property opens up a huge choice of homes available. Knowing whether to opt for a plush pad perfect for accessing in London or a sprawling beachfront villa overseas can be a tough choice.

Within easy reach of London, the delightful community of Virginia Water offers an exceptional standard of apartment living for just under £1,000,000. The Grange at Virginia Park is a prestigious, gated development consisting of a handful of beautifully finished apartments set in a magnificent Gothic Grade I listed building, from renowned local estate agent Barton Wyatt. £935,000 will buy a two/three bedroom, two bathroom apartment with secure underground parking for three cars, 24 hour manned security and extensive leisure facilities including an indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi and sauna, a well equipped gym and a tennis court.

For those who prefer to spend their million pounds overseas, Spain, Portugal and Cyprus all offer a host of fabulous properties. In Spain, €1,350,000 (which equates to around £1,000,000 at the current exchange rate) is sufficient to purchase a four bedroom, three bathroom villa with private swimming pool in one of the northern Costa Blanca's most sought-after locations.

Martin Dell, Director of Spanish property portal Kyero.com, which covers sales, long-term rentals and holiday lets, comments,

"A million pounds is enough to secure some really beautiful Spanish properties right now. With prices in Spain still below their former peak, it's a great time to buy, before prices rise substantially again, so you can pick up a fabulous second home that's also a good investment for the future."

Prices in neighbouring Portugal are also still below their previous peak, with the markethaving bottomed out in 2014. Buying through Ideal Homes Portugal, a four bedroom, six bathroom villa in Varandas do Lago, complete with private swimming pool, outside terrace and BBQ area within a 1,030 sqm plot, is available for €1,425,000.

Meanwhile in Cyprus, available through Ideal Homes International, the captivating resort ofMinthis Hills near the city of Paphos includes a fabulous three bedroom, three bathroom villa for €1,350,000. Architects Woods Bagot have opted for convenience, comfort and luxury in the design of these stunning homes, which boast panoramic mountain and coastal views, an on-site clubhouse with restaurant, a spa and health club, housekeeping and a round-the-clock concierge.

For buyers wishing to head further afield with their million pounds, Turkey offers an excellent choice of second home location. The stunning Oceanic Bay View villas from specialist local property company Universal21 are available for TRY4,825,274 (£1,064,865). The luxury residences offer smart house systems, whereby devices in the villa can be controlled via computer or smartphone. Rainwater harvesting, solar panels and a wind turbine ensure that these homes offer the latest in green credentials, while the same care has been given to social facilities on the development. A clubhouse with indoor and outdoor swimming pools, fitness club, spa centre, restaurant, sauna, Turkish bath and steam bath provide the ultimate in rest and relaxation amenities.

Whether it's a plush apartment in Surrey, an ultra high tech villa in Turkey or an opulent country home in Portugal, it's clear that £1,000,000 opens up a vast array of propertyoptions to the modern buyer.

For more information please contact:

Barton Wyatt estate agents Surrey: 01344 843 000 or visit www.bartonwyatt.co.uk