A LOTTERY win may be the closest we get to owning any of these homes but still we can dream.
We've rounded-up some of the most expensive properties on the market in Dorset.
So prepare to go through the keyhole and take a look at some very big homes.
The Avenue, Branksome Park - £2,995,000
Seven bedrooms and just 475 metres to Branksome Chine.
This Arts and Crafts home in sought after Branksome Park is described as “magnificent and exquisitely maintained”.
The lounge area is a generous 21' 7" x 19' 6" with the dining area measuring 19' 6" x 18' 10".
There’s even a wine cellar, games room and “multifunctional studio”.
Plus, if you have too many clothes, there’s even a dressing room measuring 16' 7" x 11' 1”.
Hurn Court, Hurn - £1,275,000
This chalet house in a gated development boasts four bedrooms, three bathrooms, four reception areas, a double garage and plenty of parking.
It has approximately 1.4 acres leading to the Leaden Stour - a tributary of the nearby River Stour - with approximately 200ft of river frontage.
Hurn Court dates back to the 11th century when it was a monastic dwelling associated with Christchurch Priory. The Estate came into the ownership of the Earl of Malmesbury in the 1700s who redeveloped the property as their country seat, then known as Heron Court.
Slades estate agent, which is marketing the property, says: "The property has long association with many notable figures, in particular the composer George Frederick Handel, Lord Nelson, the author Henry Fielding and the famed "hostess" of Prince Edward, Lillie Langtry."
Priory Quay, Christchurch - £1,595,000
This waterside property, which is described as one of the largest town houses on Priory Quay, is rather generous 2,570 square feet.
It offers four bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms, plus no less than three balconies from which to enjoy this stunning view.
There’s also a large garage area.
Canford Cliffs Avenue, Poole - £1,100,000
This six-bedroom family home boasting over 2,700 square feet is set on grounds approaching a third of an acre.
There’s even a ground floor annexe so family or relatives can live alongside you.
On the ground floor, you’ll find a large reception hallway, two large reception rooms, a large kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and a cloakroom/WC.
While upstairs there’s six large bedrooms. The master bedroom has an ensuite and there are two further bedrooms.
The rear garden measures over 130 feet in length. There is a detached single garage accessed by a side driveway.
Viking Way, Mudeford - £1,100,000
If you fancy living by the water, this is the place for you.
This five-bedroom home sits at the entrance to Mudeford Quay and offers incredible views of the habour.
You’ll get a good workout as the property is stretched over three floors.
There’s a double garage with an annexe above, balconies, front and rear patio areas and a driveway with plenty of parking.
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