Island house

A magical hobbit house in Waimanalo, HI, on the island of Oahu, skews more modern than Middle Earth. This four-bedroom home is listed for $3.75 million.

Canadian architectural studio Mckinley Burkart Architects designed this stunning contemporary residence on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

The Maldives is one of those destinations that wows even the most well-travelled jetsetter with its impossibly clear waters, white sandy beaches and incredible marine life. Of course, it’s no secret among luxury aficionados that this is one of the most luxurious destinations in the world.

The owners of this home in the Norwalk Islands live at the residence all year, thanks to underground utilities and an aquatic commute.—Stefanos Chen