A couple who bought property in Brazil after holidaying in the country have seen the value of their investment almost double.
Susan and Matt Marshall paid $360,000 (£260,000) plus $55,000 in taxes and fees for their waterfront house in Ferradura and spent $2 million on refurbishments, the New York Times reports.
They are now receiving offers between $3 and $4 million from local estate agents for their home, but cannot be induced to sell after realising their dream of owning a property in Brazil.
"When I came through the front door here, the view was just breathtaking," Mrs Marshall tells the newspaper, referring to her 630 square-metre house, which also boasts a Jacuzzi, small pool and waterfall.
The Marshalls turned the property into a guest house which has five ensuite bedrooms, an open-plan living room, kitchen, office and self-contained two-bedroom apartment for their housekeepers.
Last week, a study by Halifax found that Brazil is one of the most affordable holiday destinations for British people.
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