The celebrity-approved luxury properties for sale

If you're often to be found cruising the crystal clear waters of the Bahamas and are looking to put down firmer roots in the area this beachfront estate currently owned by country music star Shania Twain could be the ideal investment. Set on a one acre plot of land offering complete privacy, the cosy main home was built in 2004 and offers six bedrooms and six bathrooms along with large living spaces with huge windows to make the most of the natural light and impressive views. Other standout features include a media room/cinema and master suite balcony overlooking the ocean. Outside, covered terraces offer space for al fresco dining while the 150 feet of beach frontage are complemented by a fresh water pool and Jacuzzi with large sunbathing areas.

14 Ocean Drive is listed for sale for $10.95 million with Damianos Sotheby's International Realty.

Comprising four residences spanning a total of 22.6 acres, this beautiful countryside estate in upstate New York is currently owned by Hollywood veteran Bruce Willis, who bought the property in 2014. The nearly 9,000 square foot main residence (pictured) offers five bedrooms, numerous bright, airy entertaining spaces, a country kitchen, dining room, office, gym and children's playroom while the surrounding landscaped gardens play host to a saltwater pool, vegetable garden, pool house, tennis court and two garages. The remaining three properties include a three bedroom antique farmhouse, modern three bedroom house and a one bedroom apartment above a three-car garage. Located 40 miles north of Midtown Manhattan and offering magnificent views across Croton Reservoir, this could be the perfect investment for large families looking for a commutable countryside getaway.

340 Croton Lake Road is listed for $8,695,000 with Douglas Elliman.

A palatial mansion once owned by Hollywood actor Mel Gibson has been listed for sale for $22.5 million. 124 Old Mill Road was built in 1927 for investment banker Charles L. Ohrstrom to a design by architect Charles Lewis Bowman and was owned by Gibson, who renamed it Wayne Manor in homage to Batman, for 15 years. Located in the beautiful countryside around Greenwich, Connecticut, the eight bedroom property spans a huge 15,800 square feet and boasts an historic Elizabethan feel thanks to 16th Century oak panelling, a vaulted great hall, dining room and stone Rathskeller basement.

Modernisations undertaken by the current owner include Calcutta Gold marble bathrooms in the master suite, a home cinema, double chefs kitchen and state of the art sounds system while a stone guest cottage provides two four bedroom apartments. Further outbuildings include a stable with living quarters and adjoining paddock, log cabin and professional greenhouse. Set in 75 acres of lush landscaped gardens, the property also boasts a swimming pool, maze, giant chess board, a lake with a dock, tennis court, putting green and miles of lawns, orchards, flower gardens and walking trails.

124 Old Mill is listed for sale with Sotheby's International Realty for $19.95 million.

The former home of one of Hollywood's most idolised stars, Audrey Hepburn, has been listed for sale. The Eva Gabor Estate, located at 100 Delfern Drive in Los Angeles, was built in 1938 to a design by architect Paul Williams and was home to Hepburn throughout the late 1950s and early 1960s during her marriage to Mel Ferrer. However, as the name suggests, it has also been home to a number of other famous faces including actress and socialite Eva Gabor - who lived there until her death in 1995 - as well as David Niven and Mia Farrow.

The 48,000 square foot estate comprises a large main house, a guest house and a staff apartment. The six bedroom, four bathroom main residence is set across two floors with four large bedrooms upstairs and two staff bedrooms downstairs along with a living room, family room, dining room, breakfast room and large kitchen. The guest house offers a further living room, kitchen and bathroom while the detached staff quarters also have a living room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom and two bathrooms. The property also boasts expansive outdoor spaces with a swimming pool, gardens, terraces and tennis courts.

The Eva Gabor Estate is listed for sale for $13,995,000 with Jade Mills Estates.