ESSEX is home to some of the most luxurious homes outside of London.

Ideal for commuters, train links to London Fenchurch Street arrive within the hour making Southend the ideal place to live outside of the capital.

With beautiful countryside, pubs bars and restaurants all on your doorstep as well as shopping at towns like Chelmsford close by, there’s not much Essex doesn’t have to offer. 

The five most expensive homes on Zoopla right now are:

£1,900,000

Six-bed detached house

Thorpe Bay - SS1

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This gorgeous six-bed property seamlessly merges relaxed seaside living with contemporary city chic. 

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The bespoke fitted kitchen with a huge central island and bi-folding doors leading to the garden is an ideal place for entertaining, regardless of the season. 

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The large master bedroom has far reaching estuary views with a three piece en-suite. All the bedrooms are generously sized. 

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£1,700,000

Five-bed detached house

Shoeburyness - SS3

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This imposing double fronted property is set back from the road by a private sweeping driveway which leads to a double garage. 

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The large landscaped garden boasts a pool and has a gate which leads across the road to the blue flag beaches.

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The interior of the property has been well-loved but could do with some modernisation to  bring it in to the 21st century. 

£1,475,000

Five-bed end of terrace house

Shoeburyness - SS3

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This Grade II Listed five-bedroom end of terrace family home has been rennovated by the esteemed Dedman Gray. 

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Exquisitely finished, the developers ensured the finest quality materials were used throughout to ensure no expense was spared in renovating this Victorian house to its former glory. 

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The property is arranged over three floors with a large master bedroom with a dressing area and luxury four piece bathroom on the second floor. 

£1,395,000

Four-bed detached house

Shoeburyness - SS3

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This detached marine residence enjoys a south facing plot with breath-taking sea views.

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There are four bedrooms, four receptions rooms and three bathrooms as well as a generously sized driveway and garden. 

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The property is in need of modernisation and with some TLC could be made into something extra-special. 

£1,350,000

Six-bed terraced house

Shoeburyness - SS3

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This glorious Victorian property is Grade II Listed and has been lovingly restored and maintains many original features. 

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The charm of the property has not been lost and can be seen in every room, from the hallway to the bathrooms. 

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The kitchen is a rustic yet luxurious heart of the home and features a cast iron log burner. 

For more information visit Zoopla.

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