Discover these incredible homes in winter sun destinations
We take a look at the locations - and homes - across Europe and the Caribbean where beautiful beaches and blue skies beckon
Whether you’re seeking the perfect beach weather of the Caribbean’s peak season or swapping grey skies for the milder climate and quieter shores of Southern Europe, winter can be the ideal time to explore these destinations. Here’s a selection of some of the finest places to head to, and the homes that make the most of the lifestyle they offer.
Barbados, Caribbean
As highlighted in Knight Frank’s Barbados Luxury Market Digest, Royal Westmoreland is one of the estates that exemplify the growing demand for high-specification properties suited to year-round living. “The lifestyle is what draws people in, but it’s the community that keeps them here,” says Andrew Blandford-Newson, an Associate in the International team. “Barbados has a relaxed energy. It’s a place where you can really unwind, but still get things done.”
This luxurious six-bedroom villa on the resort is a prime example of effortless island living. Beyond spectacular sea views and beautiful indoor and outdoor entertaining spaces, including one of Royal Westmoreland’s largest infinity pools, the villa includes housekeeping, a chef, concierge, gardener and 24-hour resort security. Residents enjoy access to the clubhouse, golf course, gym, tennis and pickleball courts, and Mullins Beach Club with its restaurant and beach amenities.
St Barts, Caribbean
This March superyachts will gather for the annual St Barts Bucket Regatta, one of the most prestigious dates in the sailing calendar and the culmination of a packed social calendar that runs throughout the festive season and into the new year. “It’s the combination of exclusivity and simplicity,” says James Davies, a Partner in Knight Frank’s International team, of the destination’s appeal, explored in further detail in Knight Frank’s St Barts Luxury Market Digest. “Everyone has to make a bit of an effort to get here – whether you’re flying in from Antigua, San Juan or St Martin or simply arriving by yacht. That creates a certain atmosphere. And despite the glamour, it remains remarkably low-key.”
Set in one of St Barts’ most sought-after coastal enclaves, this elegant villa is just moments from soft sands and overlooks the protected lagoon of Grand Cul-de-Sac and the ocean beyond. Every element is designed to enhance privacy and connection with nature, with light-filled interiors and an infinity pool offering breathtaking views.
Mallorca, Balearics
“Mallorca has matured – it’s no longer a seasonal market; it’s a year-round lifestyle choice,” says Jack Harris, a Partner in Knight Frank’s International team. Knight Frank’s new Mallorca Residential Market Insight report reveals that stability, major infrastructure investment and a new generation of globally mobile buyers are reshaping the Balearic island’s property scene, with prime prices projected to increase by roughly 2% to 4% in 2026.
Located at the end of a quiet lane in the exclusive enclave of Alconàsser, this rare waterfront home was built in 1973 by a Mallorcan family. It showcases classic island architecture with stone façades and traditional persianas, including a spectacular vine-shaded terrace from which to watch the llaüts and yachts peacefully drifting by.
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