WITH A VACATION home market still smarting from the recent recession, and a favourable exchange rate, now might be time to consider fulfilling your dream of oceanfront living south of the border.

Names such as Martha’s Vineyard and The Hamptons offer a rich history and incomparable cache combined with the finest oceanfront locales. Herewith, three dream properties on the market.

Oceanfront oasis

OK, the $50 million price tag is steep by anyone’s estimation, but this is the Hamptons, and this incredible property on Old Montauk Highway boasts a massive 3,500-square-foot summer home complete with your own massive beach on 35 acres.

It is a short drive to the airport or the marina and offers absolute privacy. It is constructed to withstand 150 mph winds.

Children of Dune

Located in the one-of-a-kind Martha’s Vineyard, in the town of West Tisbury, this $7.2 million oceanfront cottage includes a gorgeous 21-acre property with beach, dunes, meadows and woodlands.

The one-storey cottage has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, but there is a 4.5-acre building envelope less than 500 feet from the beach, so build your own!

Oh the view!

Located in Lambert’s Cove and perched on a protected bluff, this is classic Martha’s Vineyard at its finest. Built and owned by the same family since 1930 and priced at $5.8 million, this home includes two acres of oceanfront property and 3,000 square feet of luxury living space with all original details including curved staircases and three fireplaces.