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Second home, relocation or overseas investment - here are two properties that will tempt your purse strings.

Rock Resort, Laax
Located at the bottom of ski lifts n All amenities close by n Individual ski and storage unit as part of the rent n Each flat comes with its own steam bath and steam shower. n Offers four-star hotel service and a 24-hour concierge desk that can take care of everything from snow boarding lessons to lift hire

At the base of Switzerland's leading winter resort, these exclusive stylish apartments are enough to tempt any winter sports lover.

As well as the opportunity to be right next to the action, you'll also find all the comforts you need within easy reach thanks to the restaurants, bars and shops that surround the apartments.

The boulder-shaped exterior of the buildings is finished in rough hewn stone are randomly arranged to imitate the Flims landslide that shaped the valley 10,000 years ago.

Locally sourced materials are combined with the latest technologies to make the development as energy efficient and eco-friendly as possible.

The interiors are contemporary with minimalist but comfortable spaces making it the perfect refuge after a long day of skiing. The large windows afford generous views of the beautiful surroundings - perfect for Gluhwein sundowners.

Paxton House, Lower Mill Estate, Cotswolds

The unique exterior of Paxton House can be found silhouetted on the stunning natural landscape of Lower Mill Estate, just over an hour outside London.

Taking the shape of a double cube, Paxton house, which was designed by the developer, Jeremy Paxton, is a two-storey, four-bedroom house with an exterior staircase climbing to an expansive roof terrace offering stunning views over Howell's Mere, one of the seven lakes within the estate.

A pergola frame with retractable awning on the front side of the house will provide shade on sunny days. Each room is spacious and light-filled with full-height sliding doors to accomodate the beautiful views of the lake.

Nearby will be the artspa which is home to an outdoor and indoor, eco-friendly pool. The spa's unique pool will offer everything from Tai Chi at dawn to candlelight swimming.

Lower Mill Estate
An overview on the eco friendly expanse
Lower Mill Estate has been in existence since 1086. It recently launched its residential units nestled within 550 acres of nature reserve.

These unique houses are designed to act as a second home community with the environment and eco system in mind.

The estate strives to be self sufficient through several initiatives such as firewood harvesting, vegetables growing, and the rearing of livestock.

There will also be several habitat projects such as the reintroduction of beavers into the UK, owl nesting
and breeding and a number of tree nurseries.
The reserve will provide a natural habitat for more than 3,500 species.