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Property around the world

Wednesday 14 January 2009 00:00 GMT
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Britt of all right: Brittany, France

Price: £527,300

They say: This stone-built property is full of character, with stunning gardens and 65,000 square metres of land, encompassing fields and lakes.

We say: Pretty property in a lovely rural location, with a lot of land and attractive outbuildings suitable for conversion.

0121-616 5108; www.investabroadproperties.com

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Sporting chance: Portimao, Algarve, Portugal

Price: £1.46m

They say: Recently refurbished seven-bedroom, nine-bathroom detached villa near the coast and famous golf courses.

We say: On the edge of a small development, this grand and spacious villa with country views has extensive grounds, and has recently been reduced in price.

0845 430 0185; www.uniqueliving.com

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Eco escape: Eden Caribe, Dominican Republic

Price: from £117,500

They say: Zero-carbon development in which the landscape has been respected, and building has mostly been done by hand with the use of natural materials.

We say: Attractive modern resort on the south-west coast of this popular island. Apartments overlook the beach.

www.whatgreenhome.com

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