Temperatures are rising and thoughts, dreams and the odd fantasy of owning a superb pool with an equally drop-dead gorgeous house are crossing the minds of just about everyone.
Here is our choice of homes with simply dreamy pools.
This is the ultimate family home with a resort-style pool and a sensational swim-up bar, which graces the immense grounds of this divine six-bedroom home right on the Swan River.
There's also a gym, a billiards room and of course, a sauna in the estate that gleams with polished stone and the smiles of those lucky enough to live here. Total luxury includes a tennis court, a billiard room and dare we mention, a world-class bar.
Hidden from view in Sydney's Dural is this divine estate, with a free form pool complete with fountain headwater feature - and superb nearby lawns.
A mere stroll to the sandstone grace of Grand Manor house and the equally decadent hydrotherapy spa. Invite a few friends around - there's underground parking for 61 cars.
Gliding through the water, perched at the top of the world. Queensland's Hinterland offers up perfect locations for the swimmers, the floaters, and the just-going-to-stand-here pool people, with views that include the majestic Tambourine Mountain.
Happily, alongside those pools are homes such as this that invite lounging on terraces and verandas - including the upper-level veranda swirl pool. With four bedrooms and so much space, you may get lost during the first few visits.
91 Ludlam Street, Seatoun, Wellington City
Very few properties can offer resort-style living with a heated covered pool, sauna, practice golf range, entertaining barbecue terrace and all day sun, but this one can. Enjoy the coastal walks, beaches, and cafes, then come home to cool off in this resort-style swimming pool, or take a load off in the hammock.
After a tough game of tennis, chill out in style in this infinity-edge swimming pool with spa and sleek glass balustrading. Combining five-star luxury with family comfort, this classic contemporary Susan Rothwell designed masterpiece commands sweeping city and harbour vistas, privately positioned within one of Mosman's most coveted and tightly held neighbourhoods.
