The spirit of summer is well and truly upon us, and with over 9 million searches being carried out on Rightmove by international property hunters, it appears as though many are hoping to make the sunshine a regular occurrence. If you’re dreaming of owning a property abroad but are not sure where to lay your beach towel, take a look below to see the top 5 international destinations on Rightmove.
Spain – Andalucía
Spain has long held the top spot for searches on Rightmove and it’s easy to see why. Warm climates and cheap, regular flights make it a very desirable place to buy property. Buyers send over 500 enquiries a day for Spanish property on Rightmove, with the most popular destination being Andalucía. This area offers the perfect mix of sunshine, fantastic nightlife and a thriving expat culture.
Portugal – Algarve
With an average 12 hours of sunlight a day through the summer months, Portugal offers a fantastically stable climate that holiday makers and expats alike can’t refuse. When taking into account our search statistics, it should come as no surprise that the southern regions of the Algarve score highly. Properties in the area can range from budget friendly studio apartments into the high tens of millions for a beach front villa with all the trimmings.
France – Aquitaine
Did you know that France is just 20 miles south off of the UK coast? This certainly has its advantages when it comes to Brits looking for a taste of the expat lifestyle while keeping near their friends and family at home. The most popular French region according to Rightmove searches is Aquitaine. From the sea views of the Atlantic coast, to the stunning scenery of the Pyrenees and the prehistoric caves of Dordogne’s Valley, this part of the world has it all.
USA – Florida
People looking to buy property for investment purposes look to the USA, particularly Florida in order to find their next purchase. There are many attractions in Florida making it a desirable area for families to holiday. Investors very much get the best of both worlds here, they can have their yearly holiday then rent out the home for other people to enjoy for the rest of the year.
Italy – Tuscany
It goes without saying that Tuscany is home to some of the most breath-taking scenery you are ever likely to come across. It is so diverse in culture meaning you can while away the hours in museums, thermal baths, cooking classes and not forgetting sampling some of the finest wine from the local vineyards.