Kate McMorrow finds properties at a similar price in the Caribbean, Spain, France and the UK

THE UK: London

This Victorian mansion in Upper Phillimore Gardens, Kensington has 1,672sq m (18,000sq ft) of living space and one of the largest indoor pools in London. Contemporary interior, with seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms and staff quarters. Large garden

Price: €36 million

Agent: Savills 0044 207 824 9051

FRANCE: Languedoc

Renovated 10th century Cathar castle and 90-hectare estate on the top of a hill. About 128 hectares of vines on a quality Corbieres terroir, an equipped winery and beautifully restored living quarters

Price: €30 million

Agent: Jackson-Stops & Staff 0044 207 828 7387

THE CARIBBEAN: Barbados

The Barbados home of late racehorse owner Robert Sangster, this colonial-style villa occupies a magnificent beachfront location in Sandy Lane. On two acres, with six reception rooms, nine en suite bedrooms and tropical gardens

Price: €29.387 million

Agent: Savills International 0044 20 7016 3745

SPAIN: Ibiza

In the bay of San Miguel, Isla de sa Ferradura is a hacienda resort which rents for €79,800 weekly. Luxurious villa with four guest suites, gymnasium and a spa salon in a cave complex

Price: €33 million

Agent: Vladi Private Islands 0049 40 33 89 89