What will €545,000 buy in South Africa, France, Canada, Italy and Waterford?

IRELAND: DUNGARVAN

This five-bedroom, 186sq m (2,002sq ft) period home has a prime location overlooking Dungarvan harbour, and is a stone's throw from the Greenway and Abbeyside boardwalk. The property, which has lovely period details and is BER exempt, has a super walled garden to the rear. Price €545,000. Agent sherryfitz.ie

FRANCE: THIVIERS

This six-bedroom country house extends to 350sq m (3,767sq ft) and is in northeastern Dordogne. The property lies on more than five acres, of which four are wooded parkland filled with game. It has a covered swimming pool and two garages. Interiors have period details such as exposed stone walls and overhead beams. Price €550,000. Agent french-property.com

SOUTH AFRICA: GAUTENG

This five-bedroom house, with 820sq m (8,826sq ft) of space, lies on just under an acre north of Johannesburg. The principal suite has a living area, walk-in dressing room and private patio. The property is in a private, secure estate and has a saltwater pool and four automated garages. Price $569,348/€541,689. Agent sothebysrealty.com

ITALY: ARPINO

This 200sq m third-floor, two-bedroom apartment has ceiling frescos that date from the 1800s. Set in a prestigious palazzo in the historic centre of the medieval hilltop town, the property, which requires some modernisation, has panoramic views and is 90 minutes from Rome. Price €550,000 Agent rightmove.co.uk

CANADA: TORONTO

This two-bedroom apartment on Sudbury Street has an industrial vibe with 10ft ceilings and exposed concrete walls. Spa-inspired bathrooms, exposed ducting and stainless-steel kitchen appliances further add to the feel, and facilities include an indoor pool, exercise room and concierge service. Price $728,800 CAD/€538,870. Agent sothebysrealty.com