Look at it from the the investment prespective.Can you buy the home now and in 10 (or 20 years) sell it for a good price? or would it be a good gift for your kids when that time comes? Are you buying at the TOP of real estate prices?
Can you rent it as a vacation rental for the times you won't be using it? Is there a suitable agency that can handle that side of things for you?
As just an place to escape to, or as an investment you mind look at Condos to avoid maintainence or security troubles you might have with a house.