Dublin

A three-bedroom apartment in the most talked-about new developments in Dublin, Charlotte Quay overlooking the canal basin. The apartment is on the second floor and has a large livingroom with a deep bay window that stretches from floor to ceiling. The main bedroom has an en suite shower room, while the remaining two bedrooms share a bathroom. Parking space costs an additional £15,000. £250,000. Hooke & McDonald.

London

Number 31 Bartholemew Close is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in the City of London, on the doorstep of St Paul's Cathedral. It has a video entry phone, maple kitchen units and Zanussi appliances. Movie buffs will be even more impressed - St Bartholemew's church next door famously featured in Four Weddings and a Funeral. The 625 sq ft apartment, has a rental value of £350 a week. £260,000. Hamilton Osborne King.

Marbella

Nestling among tropical gardens, and the golf courses of the Nueva Andalucia, Apartment B, Naranjos 2, is a 1525 sq ft two-bedroom apartment close to Puerto Banus and Marbella's Golden Mile. Aimed at the "more discerning purchaser", the property, which will be completed soon, has marble flooring, a jacuzzi in the main bedroom, a fully fitted kitchen and air conditioning. There is also a generous terrace. £250,000. Hamilton Osborne King.

Florida

Some 30 minutes' drive away from Mickey Mouse's stomping ground lies this five-bedroom home in Magnolia Cove, Clearmont, in hot and sunny Florida. It comes with the obligatory swimming-pool, air conditioning and central heating. There is also intricate ceramic tiling work throughout the house. All the homes at Magnolia Cove are custom-built to order with fitted kitchens and floorings. £250,000. F.I. Grey and Son. Tel: 0044 1432 265599)

Provence

Set among olive trees and cypresses near Provencal this three-bedroom property is a 30-minute drive to the Mediterranean coast and a 45-minute drive from Nice airport. On an elevated position, the house enjoys sweeping views. Accommodation includes a well equipped country-style kitchen, a library, a laundry room and a wine cellar. A terraced barbeque area overlooks the swimming-pool. £250,000. European Property Search. Tel: 0044 1962 853 568