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With its Mediterranean climate, sun-drenched beaches, and tile roofs atop charming hillside homes, Santa Barbara has earned the moniker “American Riviera.” The peaceful community, just over an hour or so north of Los Angeles and home to approximately 90,000 permanent residents, is embraced by the Pacific Ocean on the south and Santa Ynez Mountains on the north.
The ultra-wealthy—those with a net worth of US$30M+—are highly mobile. Almost one in five live outside the country they were born in, according to “Global Citizens: Entrepreneurship, Mobility and the Ultra Wealthy,” published April 22, 2026, by Altrata. This slice of the world’s ultra-wealthy population is fueling demand for luxury homes across multiple jurisdictions. But what are their key migration routes? The report identifies where those relocating to the wealth centers of London, Singapore and the U.S. are coming from. It shows that India and the U.S. are the top countries of birth for globally mobile UHNWIs living in London; in Singapore, they are most likely to have been born in China or India; meanwhile Canada and India are the top countries of birth for UHNWIs who have moved to the U.S. The research also reveals that this group of UHNWIs has an average age of 65.7 and that nine in ten of them are men. “Wealth is becoming increasingly global in both movement and mindset,” says Moira Boyle, global head of luxury at Altrata. “Today’s foreign-born UHNW population is highly entrepreneurial, globally connected … and concentrated in key international wealth hubs like London, Singapore and the U.S.” Cover Property: United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty
Waterside living, lush landscapes and plenty of room to entertain combine in the best seasonal retreats for summer’s longest days, writes Elizabeth Fazzare Provo, Utah | Summit Sotheby’s International Realty Though earlier soaring temperatures may suggest otherwise, the official calendar start of Northern Hemisphere summer is Sunday, June 21, a solstice marking the longest day of the year. With the sun high in the sky, outdoor living develops extended appeal: there is more time to spend with friends and family in the pool, off the dock or in the backyard. And for homebuyers seeking seasonal retreats that take advantage of this midsummer joy, location, landscape and multigenerational amenities are top priorities. “Landscape is an important factor in the marketability of a summer retreat, but water access, proximity to that water and the quality of water views are the most important,” says Alyssa Halisky, global real estate advisor at Wallace & Co. Sotheby’s International Realty in Massachusetts. Plus, she adds, “We are seeing more buyers looking for a vacation home where they can bring all their family.” Chilmark, Massachusetts | Wallace & Co. Sotheby’s International Realty Hailsky’s current seven-bedroom, 14,780-square-foot listing in Chilmark is unique. Not only is the size of the property substantial, with room enough for the in-laws and then some, it can never be replicated due to planning bylaws. Beyond that, the house’s grounds have ample areas for all-ages recreation, from a tennis court to a deep-water dock, “a highly sought-after amenity that rarely comes to market,” Halisky says. “There is particularly strong demand for properties that offer direct water access from the backyard, allowing owners to fully enjoy boating and other activities without relying on marinas or public launches,” she adds. Brescia, Italy | Italy Sotheby’s International Realty On northern Italy’s Lake Garda, a 10-bedroom villa set within a private park has its own dock, allowing the homeowner to cross the water in style whenever they desire. Meanwhile, in Finland, a nearly five-acre private-island property takes waterfront access up a notch. Whether traveling to the island by boat, car or helicopter—with a durable jetty as landing pad for safe passage—it offers three bedrooms across its main and guest houses, with large terraces to take in the almost endless summertime daylight. Kirkkonummi, Finland | Snellman Sotheby’s International Realty If a private dock or island are not available, a swimming pool in a spectacular setting will do. Ladyswood House, a quintessential country home in Wiltshire, England, has a lush formal garden with a pool, wisteria-draped pergola, outdoor kitchen and pool house, all nestled within 60 acres of farmland in the covetable Cotswolds area. The landscaped surrounds are perfect for midsummer hosting, and with the estate so close to Stonehenge—Neolithic monument to the solstices and UNESCO World Heritage site—a celebration of the season’s pagan traditions would feel particularly appropriate. Wiltshire, England | United Kingdom Sotheby’s International Realty Perhaps nowhere are midsummer parties more ubiquitous than in Sweden, where the annual Midsommar festival calls for dancing, drinking, feasting and bonfires, all around a flower-wrapped maypole. A 15-bedroom Stockholm home, located along 2,600 feet of private Furusund Fairway shoreline, has plenty of outdoor space to erect your own. Stockholm, Sweden | Sweden Sotheby’s International Realty And thanks to the property’s charming seaside site—with a dock for several boats, natural coves and water views across expansive lawns—a seamless connection between home and landscape should keep the midsummer fun going all season long. These epic rural estates around the world all bring ‘Wuthering Heights’-style drama
Modernity meets majesty in this striking sustainably designed contemporary home—and its plentiful outdoor living spaces—overlooking the Sonoma Valley. As is true of many of the world’s most lauded architectural firms, San Francisco-based green-building-certified EAG Studio strives to “blend form with function, crafting spaces that resonate with nature and nurture the human spirit.” Those goals have unquestionably been achieved in this 3,275-square-foot residence, which hugs a hillside above Glen Ellen, a pastoral wine country town known for its historic buildings, relaxed yet refined dining, hiking and riding trails, and—naturally—esteemed wineries. Glen Ellen, California| Tim Rangel, Claud Bates, Sotheby’s International Realty – Wine Country – Sonoma Brokerage The property certainly gives nature its due, with a layout shaped by its hillside setting, virtually equal space dedicated to indoor and outdoor living, and every door and window designed and positioned to frame a picturesque outlook. The heart of the home is an open-plan great room and a sophisticated streamlined kitchen, which give way through a “disappearing” wall of glass to a covered patio with an open-air kitchen and, beyond, multilevel terrace spaces featuring a fountain, a fire pit, an alfresco shower, an elegant potting shed, and a solar-thermal-heated pool—all benefitting from a cinematic vista of an idyllic meadow, dramatic sunsets, the Mayacamas Mountains, and the Sonoma Valley. A lounge and wine cellar with a built-in sleeping loft is ideal for the rare cloudy or chilly day. The three light-filled bedrooms also open to the outdoors, including a guest suite with a separate entrance—ideal for those in pursuit of a multigenerational estate—a kitchenette, a stylish bath, and a rolling overhead glass door offering effortless access to a private patio for lounging and dining. Striking vertical and horizontal accents emphasize the clean contemporary lines and angles of the home, while vegetable, herb, and flower beds contribute soft organic touches. Thoughtfully designed to balance modern comfort with environmental responsibility, the estate boasts a high degree of energy independence and resilience, with a 43-panel solar array, four whole-home energy-storage batteries, and a private well with state-of-the-art filtration. Sustainability and stewardship rival architecture in importance here, with acreage that includes producing fruit trees, a vineyard, beehives, and a greenhouse. The unique emphasis on both chic yet inviting interiors and a respect for the natural world accomplishes another of EAG Studio’s stated aims, to conjure “emotionally compelling” spaces that exhibit—as the singular milieu of wine country does—both strength and elegance. Discover luxury homes for sale and rent around the world on sothebysrealty.com
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