WE all like to picture what it would be like to live in a big luxury house, and there is no shortage of these in Dorset.

But until we win the lottery (has anybody checked their numbers from Saturday’s Lotto draw yet?) we might not be able to make an offer on any of the homes below anytime soon. Still, it’s fun to dream, right?

Here are some of the latest listings for properties on the market for £1million and above.

Bridge Street, Christchurch

Guide price: £1.35 million

Bedrooms: 5

Bournemouth Echo:

"A beautiful riverside oasis located right in the middle of the highly desirable market town of Christchurch.

"This stunning home boasts its own island in the River Avon and is accessed over the bridge from the courtyard garden.

Bournemouth Echo:

Bournemouth Echo:

"There are four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, off road gated parking and the added benefit of a connected building housing two offices."

Bournemouth Echo:

Glenferness Avenue, Bournemouth

Guide price: £1,999,500 

Bedrooms: 6

"This spectacular property is finished to the highest standards, boasts a wealth of stunning features and is conveniently located in the prestigious Talbot Woods area."

Bournemouth Echo:

Bournemouth Echo:

"On entry a grand hallway with magnificent bespoke staircase and a feature galleried landing sets the tone that continues throughout.

"The property has been extensively modernised throughout with the recent addition of a large annexe and state of the art swimming pool/ gymnasium complex."

Bournemouth Echo:

The Old Chapel and Schoolhouse, Muscliffe Lane, Throop

Guide price: £1.35 million

Bedrooms: 6

Bournemouth Echo:

"Charming converted chapel with attached school house. Both have separate titles and can be sold apart.

"Renovated to a very high standard, listed grade 2 and expertly designed to celebrate their past use but full of modern technology and amenities."

Bournemouth Echo:

Bournemouth Echo:

Wimborne

Guide price: £2 million

Bedrooms: 5

Bournemouth Echo:

"This is a truly exceptional five-bedroom property set on a mature plot of approximately four acres, which includes a wonderful arboretum with some spectacular specimens including nine redwoods well over a hundred years old."

Bournemouth Echo:

Bournemouth Echo:

"The residence itself was originally in a classic 1960s mono pitch roof design and has been remodelled and extended by renowned architect David Wright, in conjunction with Jigsaw Interior Architecture, into this outstanding, spacious family home."

Bournemouth Echo:

Southbourne Coast Road, Southbourne

Guide price: £1 million

Bedrooms: 5

Bournemouth Echo:

"This magnificent coastal home offers over 2,200 square feet of stunning accommodation to include wonderful first floor living space leading to a southerly balcony boasting exceptional sea views."

Bournemouth Echo:

Bournemouth Echo:

"Only recently remodeled by the current owners, the property boasts a range of modern luxury benefits to include underfloor heating, a heat recovery/air recuperation system and integrated speakers/sound system through the majority of the home."

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