Privacy is the greatest luxury. And with a luxury home located in the right locale, getting away from the fuss and frustrations of daily life by finding refuge in a remote destination is a dream turned reality.

Remote luxury homes aren’t just desirable because they afford an increasingly priceless sense of peace; the spaces and places they occupy are some of the most picturesque in the world. Lakes, mountains, islands, headlands, and woodlands — these four ultra-private luxury homes are all situated in prime positions, far away from worldly concerns.

Living Large by Lake Travis

Bridget Ramey – Kuper Sotheby’s International Realty

Have you ever seen a lake so beautiful you wish you could just build a cottage on the nearby bluff? This is exactly what happened on the shores of Lake Travis — except on epic proportions.

To realize their unique vision for the ultimate remote luxury home, the architects who designed this villa carved out a third of the local hillside and made an engineering marvel. The residence is an extraordinary collection of scenic suites meticulously crafted with the highest-quality materials, and is contiguous with 14 acres of custom-created nature trails and a three-slip boat dock for effortless lake access.

A Regal Retreat by the Alps

Alberto Caprettini – Italy Sotheby’s International Realty

When imagining an ideal sanctuary, what could be more appealing than those remote farmhouse homes, where rural ruggedness is compellingly juxtaposed with the finest finishes, and generous tracts of land give you room to roam?

Now take it to a whole new level with this fairy tale castle gracing the slopes of a charming, sun-kissed village. With views of the mountains and valleys in its immediate vicinity, as well as verdant gardens that sprawl beyond the historic stone walls, this property completely redefines the concept of the country home. Few can say that their house is a national monument — one that has stood tall since the 9th century and contains more than a millennium’s worth of artisanship, artistry, and opulence.

The Haven by Horse Island

David Ashmore – Lisney Sotheby’s International Realty

There are different types of remote island homes, though. For those adventurers who want to feel like they’re on the edge of the earth, windswept cliffs and wave-battered bluffs may hold more allure.

At this property, the main house isn’t actually on the private island; instead, the island is a breathtaking promontory connected by land bridge to the dramatic coast. The dynamic setting makes this incredibly comfortable residence even cozier, with its remarkable contrast of modernist exteriors and lavishly furnished interiors that embrace both contemporary and classical aesthetics. And while the home seems like it’s in the middle of nowhere — in all the best ways — a lively village and two vibrant towns are within a half hour’s drive.

Grandeur in Denham Green

Sometimes a remote destination doesn’t have to be so remote at all. A country estate can feel like a distant escape, provided it’s enfolded in enough private parkland.

That’s certainly the case in this distinguished home, which in its nearly three and half centuries of existence has hosted a who’s-who of royalty, nobility, and celebrity guests. An eight-year restoration project has preserved its elegance while furnishing it with every convenience, but the greatest jewel in its crown may be its 42 acres of Grade II listed grounds encompassing meadows, orchards, flowerbeds, a walled garden, and a lake.

Amid the trees or among the seas, remote luxury homes provide advantages that your typical urban property can’t compete with. A sense of freedom, unfettered access to pristine nature, and a rarified perch above the rest of the world where no one can reach you — unless you invite them in.

Interested in even more private paradises? Explore the luxury of island living in these three estates.

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