Two examples of properties on the market in Austria.

A furnished one-bed lakeside apartment, in St Martin Bei Lofer comes with balcony, shared pool.

Price: €100,000

Agent:Aquavista 0044 1580 850170 www.worldpropertyshop.com

A model of the three-bed chalets being built at Gerlitzen overlooking Ossiacher lakes, Carinthia.

Price: €419,409

Agent:Investors in Property, 0044208905 5511 www.investorsinproperty.com