World's best bedrooms with a view

Homes that take in views of the sea, a golf course, or stunning landscape are highly desired. We picked our top properties abroad that enjoy amazing views directly from the bedroom.

1. Midrand, South Africa

This equestrian estate has a large pool, a cinema, and elevator to all three floors. The bedrooms have lovely views, but the highlight is in the master bedroom, with bi-folding doors that open to the terrace. The fifteen-meter swimming pool is the focal point, with the garden and picturesque skyline as a scenic backdrop.

2. Malveira da Serra, Cascais, Portugal

Completed in 2011, this unique four-bedroom and five-bathroom home is in the small village of Biscaia near Malveira da Serra, a short distance from Cascais. Unusually, the villa has the unusual feature of being suspended over the cliffs, with a 270-degree view of the beach at Guincho and the sea.

3. Cannes, France

The views from this bedroom are simply stunning. Situated on a hill above Cannes, this seven-bedroom property looks over to the Port Camille Rayon. As well as plentiful bedrooms, the property features a gym, wellness room, wine cellar, home cinema and four-car garage.

4. Sandton, South Africa

Overlooking the 12th hole of the Rockland Golf Course, this country club home is elegant and stylish. The outdoor entertaining area includes a 15-metre pool, boma fire pit, and island bar. The master bedroom occupies the entire top floor, with a retractable theatre screen, bathrooms, walk-in closets and a study.

5. Cannes, France

Two bedrooms are on the ground floor of this property, both with views down to Cannes. Each has a bathroom with shower, Jacuzzi and hammam with large walk-in wardrobes. They have access directly to the garden, with a beautiful infinity pool that has a panoramic view of the city and coastline.

6. Cascais, Portugal

This luxurious, sophisticated house with classic architecture is in a beautiful south-facing plot with views over the Atlantic Ocean. There is a panoramic terrace at rooftop level with a leisure room and guest quarters.

7. Porto, Portugal

This beautiful apartment is located on the Douro River, and has great connections to the heart of Porto. With clean and contemporary architecture, it has a spacious living room and terrace, with river views from the living room and one of the three bedrooms.

8. Constantia, South Africa

The country-style bedroom overlooks the landscaped grounds, with views over to the mountains. With five receptions rooms and five guest suites, this home is perfect for entertaining. The spacious master suite has sandstone flooring, gas fireplace and French doors to the balcony.

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