Right on the waterfront, this luxe villa is the perfect getaway for a family or group of friends. A deck lined with loungers juts out into the calm waterways of the Hollywood Lakes neighbourhood. On the waterfront terrace, you’ll find outdoor dining for the whole group and a small swimming pool to cool off from the Florida heat. Balconies off bedrooms offer a little private outdoor space too. Glass sliding doors blend indoors with outdoors, so even curled up on the huge, U-shaped sofa, cooking in the high-spec kitchen, or dining indoors can be accompanied by the creak and click of crickets on the warm breeze. The interior is a monochrome vision, as if you’ve stepped into a modern art gallery. If you want a day out, a stretch of sandy beach lined with grill houses and beach bars awaits, a five-minute drive away, at Hollywood South Central Beach. Or, have the concierge arrange a private chef for a special night in.

Home truths:
*The concierge service can arrange loads of additional extras like a private chef or yacht charter
*As the terrace backs onto the water, children should be supervised at all times
*Parking is courtesy of a carport to the side of the house with room for three cars (one covered, two on the driveway)