Have you ever thought about buying your dream home?

Of course you have.

There is plenty on offer in and around the Halstead area, providing you have the cash.

These are some of the most expensive properties listed on property site Zoopla:

7 bed detached house, Halstead Road, Greenstead Green

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The property, on the market for £3,750,000, comes with a country estate set across 51.5 acres.

There is an equestrian yard and building which can be used as a venue to host weddings and functions.

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Estate agents Zoe Napier say "the premises offer much scope - ranging from just being a private home to a potential wedding venue."

8 bed property in Northend Road, Gestingthorpe

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The house has a guide price of £2,450,000.

It has up to eight bedrooms with six having en-suites as well as our reception rooms.

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The property also has basement accommodation with separate access "ideal for staff or live in home help".

8 bed detached house in Colne Engaine Road, Halstead

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The Grade II listed Georgian manor house is on the market for £2,400,000.

It boasts eight bedrooms and seven reception rooms as well as 9.5 acres surrounded by beautiful countryside.

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There is also a flood-lit tennis court and sun terrace with pond as well as gardens, woodland areas and paddocks.

5 bed detached house in Rectory Road, Stisted

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This property, with a guide price of £1,900,000, has five bedrooms, three bathrooms and four reception rooms.

It is a substantial Grade II Listed country house, built as a former rectory for the Reverend Charles Forster.

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The property also boasts a indoor heated swimming pool with views across the gardens.

For more information on the above properties, search Halstead at zoopla.co.uk