Thanks to its location, virtually everywhere on the property—inside and out—has sweeping views of the city. Christie’s International Real Estate
Lakefront mansion, Canada, $45 million
Completed in 2006, the house, known as Chelster Hall, has an exterior reminiscent of the 19th century and a more up-to-date interior. The Toronto-area home has six bedrooms and 13 bathrooms spread across a whopping 43,850 square feet. Considering its size, it should be no surprise that it was designed for entertaining. There are grand entertaining rooms, a billiards room, dining room, library, and indoor pool.
The basement includes a wine cellar, safe room, “Tuscan wine cellar,” and bowling alley. Outside are another pool and a tennis court, and the rolling lawn extends to Lake Ontario. The house comes with a standalone chapel, which, depending on taste, could easily be converted into something recreational. Sotheby’s International Realty Canada
Canalside mansion, Florida, $39.9 million
This almost 13,000-square-foot home in the Port Royal area of Naples, Fla., was built on two lots in 2002 and has its own putting green. The house has five bedrooms and eight full baths.
It includes a massive wine cellar, large chef’s kitchen, pool, and three-car garage. The property is a 20-minute drive from the Naples airport and a 10-minute drive from downtown. Christie’s International Real Estate
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