Dolce far niente by the sea

Brazil

One of the most popular beach destinations in Brazil is Fortaleza, located in the northeast of the country. It provides all the elements you need for a dreamy beach life: miles of fine sand, fresh local products – including tasty fish and refreshing coconuts – nightlife, water sports, and last but not least, affordable prices for real estate investments. Here, the cost of homes located on the beach has a starting price of about EUR 100,000.

Maldives

Compared to other countries, in the Maldives, a corner of paradise comes with exorbitant prices of at least a few million dollars. For such an investment you get a luxurious villa with a private pool and terrace with panoramic views of one of the small atolls of the country, most properties of this type being built just above the water, as is the case of Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas. In addition, you will be able to enjoy the famous underwater restaurants, wineries, coral reefs, and fascinating activities, such as swimming with sharks or cute manta rays.

Australia

Surfers and others can invest in a property on the spectacular Gold Coast of Australia, bordered by stunning skyscrapers. Here, too, prices are higher, with an apartment with a pool and barbecue area costing more than USD 1 million, with Awaken Residences as an example.

USA

California, one of the most popular areas in the States, offers properties for all budgets, from a few hundred thousand dollars to much more. Hollywood, the famous Venice Beach, and the hustle and bustle of Santa Monica, Malibu, Beverly Hills, and, of course, Los Angeles will reward every penny spent.

Belize

When we think of Belize, the first things we imagine are the perfect beaches, the azure waters, the impressive coral reef, and the palm trees lazily bent over the sea. Although many would be tempted to associate these heavenly elements with huge prices, you can actually find properties under EUR 100,000 if you are willing to compromise on the location and give up the holiday houses right on the beach.

UK

Those who love the sea, but not the extreme temperatures, can rent a holiday home in Kent. An example of this is Kiora, a luxurious Victorian-style home built in the picturesque British town, right on the seafront.

Nicaragua

For those who want complete privacy and are willing to pay almost half a million dollars for this benefit, Nicaragua offers the perfect option: the island of Iguana. It is sold "turnkey", with palm and banana trees guarding the shores, but also with a house built with the help of sustainable materials, for USD 475,000.

Indonesia

In romantic Bali, real estate developers have built properties throughout the island that compete to offer owners a luxurious living intertwined with traditional accents and breath-taking views, whether we refer to the vast rice fields, the jungle, or the waves that surf lovers ride for their daily workouts. An apartment with a pool, located a few meters from the beach in Lovina resort, costs about USD 175,000.

Cyprus

In Cyprus, one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean, sun lovers can find properties with beautiful panoramic views at very affordable prices. A good place for such an investment is the Iskele region, in the east of the island, an area with well-developed infrastructure and all the facilities you need. Here, you can buy an apartment with sea views and easy access to the beach even for USD 75,000.

Romania

Mamaia is, by far, the most modern resort on the Romanian coast. In recent years, the area has developed constantly and an investment in a property here comes with well-maintained beaches, festivals with international artists, seafood restaurants, clubs for all tastes, and an airport located only 30 kilometers away. Neo Mamaia is one of the top residential projects built on the Black Sea coast. Part of One United Properties portfolio, the elegantly designed complex offers multiple options for sea-view homes and premium finishes. With direct access to one of the best private beaches in the resort - H2O, Neo Mamaia also features underground parking, an atrium of about 400 square meters, laundry and cleaning services, and permanent video surveillance, among others.

Data for this article was obtained from forbes.com, maldives-magazine.com, coolstays.com, and scmp.com.