Beautiful, luxurious dream homes are available all across the country, and while searching for a new place to live may not always be the most enjoyable experience, these properties are a sight for sore eyes. Some of the newest homes on the market in 2011 are situated on the east and west coasts and are valued between $10 and $20 million.

Starting at the top, the highest valued new home listing currently on LuxuryPortfolio.com is located in Atherton, California. This lavish Tudor Estate includes six bedrooms, nine full bathrooms, two partial baths, two offices, an exercise studio, a media room and so much more. However, the 13,000 square foot property consists of more than just rooms; the grounds also include plenty of lawn space, a pool and spa and beautiful water features. This home is currently listed at $17.8 million.

Two other equally as luxurious properties available are located in Manhattan, New York. The first is the Bogardus building, at five stories high and containing 12,000 square feet of space. On top of the several bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens and dining areas, this $17.5 million listing features a 3,000 square foot penthouse that offers a roof deck with views of the river. Also new on the market is a three bedroom, five full bathroom home that was built in 1929. Aside from the usual amenities, this residence, listed at $16.5 million, offers stunning views of the Park and the skyline.

Back on the west coast, in Hunts Point, Washington, the exclusive Mediterranean Bellisima waterfront property is available at $14.1 million. The 9,675 square feet contain three bedrooms and five bathrooms, along with four fireplaces and a beautiful spiraling staircase.

Even if you’re not in the market for a new home today, you may be inspired by these extraordinary properties for something in the future. If these aren’t enough, look around for your ideal mansion for sale via our property search.

A West Indies inspired waterfront home on Siesta Key sold just last week for $5.9 million, establishing an early and encouraging benchmark for luxury home sales in Southwest Florida for 2011.

The home’s sense of casual Caribbean sophistication was created by accomplished Sarasota architect Wm. Thorning Little. Brilliantly executed interiors feature 100-year-old European fixtures, Calcutta marble in the kitchen, a three-stop elevator and a 600-bottle wine cellar.

In addition to flawless design, the home’s location on the shores of Sarasota Bay provides dramatic views of downtown Sarasota and the Ringling Bridge and offers deep water harborage. A restored separate guest house completes the ideal waterfront compound.

Congratulations to Luxury Portfolio member Michael Saunders & Company – and listing agents Kim and Michael Ogilvie and co-listing agent Michael Hays – on this noteworthy sale.

Fertile vineyards surround this restored country home positioned beautifully in La Rioja, a renowned wine region of Northern Spain. With 16 bedrooms and baths, the property built in the 17th century currently functions as a boutique hotel, but is also ready to be enjoyed as a private luxury residence. Luxury Portfolio member Inmobiliaria Rimontgo is listing the property, which has been updated to include modern amenities without sacrificing a traditional Spanish country feel.

The current owners are presented with 1,000 personally labeled wine bottles each year – a unique and special benefit that a new buyer will continue to receive for five years after purchasing the estate. Individually styled rooms, a library, restaurant, bar, several lounges and swimming pool add to the versatility of this distinctive centuries-old Spanish luxury home.

Searching for a new home is not a quick or easy process, but when it comes to viewing the properties, that’s another story. While there’s no doubt that 2010 brought economic hardships for some, there is always a demand for beautiful luxury homes. Although gorgeous property can be found in almost any area, some of top homes sold last year are located on the east and west coasts of North America. Below are the top 5 reported sales among listings featured on LuxuryPortfolio.com.

Beginning in Greenwich, Connecticut, the lavish 21,897 square foot Dunnellen Hall holds 14 bedrooms and 13 full bathrooms. Views of astounding landscapes and architecture can be seen from all angles and include beautiful gardens, a reflecting pool and a tiered fountain. Other amenities include nine fireplaces, an indoor/outdoor pool, a full wine cellar and so much more. This extravagant 40+ acre property was last listed at $55 million.