Ready to hop aboard and sail away? Check out these coastal homes for yachting enthusiasts

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The Boat House
Grand Bahama

Located on the grounds of the Grand Bahama Yacht Club, The Boat House is a yachting enthusiast’s paradise. The property consists of three buildings: the 7,907sqft main house; a 1,220sqft, one-bedroom guesthouse that sits above a three-car garage; and a 600sqft studio. The two-storey, fully furnished main house features a master bedroom with a three-sided patio on the top floor, two guest suites as well as a kitchen on the ground floor that opens onto an expansive wooden deck and a boat slip area. Also included in the sale price is a Hinckley Picnic Boat. Priced at US$6.2M.

HG Christie, Tel: +1 242 322 1041
www.hgchristie.com

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Villa Ivy
Croatia

Heralded as the next Riviera, the Dalmatian Coast in Croatia is a gem of a yachting hotspot with a plethora of ports and marinas spread across its 1,000 islands. Located on the southern tip of the largest island of Brac, Villa Ivy – a three-storey, five-bedroom stone villa that is a short stroll from the picturesque village of Sumartin – makes a great base for exploring the nearby coves and islands. The 4,036sqft abode features an extensive terrace that offers calming views of the Mediterranean waters, a boat berth and an outdoor Jacuzzi, where you can take in a gorgeous Mediterranean sunset after some island-hopping. Priced at US$2.5M.

Savills, Tel: +44 207 016 3740
www.savills.co.uk

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Marina 5
Dominican Republic

The stunning coastline of Punta Cana has long been a popular vacation spot for the jetset. Famous residents in the area include fashion designer Oscar de la Renta and ballet dancer Mikhail Baryshnikov. At Puntacana Resort & Club, the two-storey Marina 5 beach villa in the Caribbean haven is now yours to own. The massive, sprawling 15,069sqft residence features six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a private studio for guests, a private jetty, a garden, a pool and a whirlpool tub. Residents will also get the use of the full-service marina, world-class golf courses and the Six Senses Spa. Priced at US$8.5M.

Provaltur International, Tel: +1 809 697 5117
www.provaltur.com

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The Priory
Australia

Located in the lower North Shore of Sydney’s picturesque Neutral Bay, The Priory is a 9,838sqft waterfront property comprising a four-bedroom main house and a self-contained guest apartment with a private entrance on the lower level. The property features fantastic boating facilities including an L-shaped jetty with an iron slipway and a boat shed. Perfect for entertaining, The Priory features a chapel-themed dining room opening onto an expansive alfresco terrace with jaw-dropping panoramas of the harbour, manicured gardens, a wine cellar, a solar-heated pool and a poolside cabana. This elegant property is on offer for US$10.3M.

Ken Jacobs, Tel: +61 2 9328 1422
www.kenjacobs.com.au

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Lido Isle
California

Fashioned from a 3km strip of land in Newport Bay, Lido Isle is a stone’s throw from Newport Beach. Designed to resemble the Italian coastal area of the same name, the man-made island is home to 876 properties. Located on the eastern tip is this 3,857sqft three-bedroom and six-bathroom home, decked out with splendid brickwork, hardwood floors, four fireplaces and a fountain in the entry area. Other highlights include a 3,600sqft deck and dock area, which can accommodate a 60ft yacht. Priced at US$7.2M.

Lido Isle Properties, Tel: +1 949 632 2494
www.lidoisleproperties.com

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Palazzo Leonardo
Monaco

The ideal pied-a-terre for regulars at the Monaco Yacht Show and the Monte Carlo Grand Prix, Palazzo Leonardo is located at the heart of the principality’s prestigious Fontvieille marina. With views of the Cap d’Ail harbour, the 5,597sqft apartment comes with six ensuite bedrooms, an expansive living room, kitchen and staff quarters. The property is also equipped with a Turkish bath in the master bedroom, a walk-in wine cellar, a vast 2,787sqft terrace and a private lift with direct access to the port. Priced at US$55.3M.

Monaco Villas Real Estate, Tel: +377 97 701 010
www.monaco-villas.com

This story is adapted from Singapore Tatler's July 2012 issue. All information is supplied by the agents listed, and Edipresse and Asia Tatler take no responsibility for its accuracy or current validity.