What does the cryptic crossword clue "Ill-gotten gains in dictator's country house (4)" mean?

The definition is "Ill-gotten gains". The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). sounds like HALL, as in a posh village mansion. For example, Kirby Hall is near us, but sadly is not our residence, none of our relations live there. The answer is HAUL.

Ill-gotten gains in dictator's country house (4)

Times Cryptic #29037 | 6 Across | 2024-10-02 flower

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