What happens when a couple wins a mansion in the Omaze house draw? For Paul Knight and Jason Snowdon, it means selling their newly acquired home for £4 million just six months after their wedding there.
The couple, who tied the knot at Batheaston House, are now looking to invest in additional properties as holiday lets. They initially won the mansion along with a £250,000 cash prize, allowing them to rent the property out for £4,000 a week.
Batheaston House, steeped in history, was once part of the estate of Sir John Harington, the inventor of the first flushing toilet. The mansion boasts six bedrooms and features that date back to the mid-1500s, making it a unique piece of real estate.
“When we first won the house, we joked it was fit for royalty, so it felt only right that we have our wedding here,” said Knight. He added, “Omaze didn’t just give us a house – they gave us the opportunity to create moments like our wedding day.”
The couple meticulously restored the property in 2015, enhancing its historical charm while adding modern amenities like a home cinema and hot tub.
In a related development, Steph Churchill recently celebrated winning £1 million in the Omaze Monthly Millionaire Draw, expressing her disbelief with joy. “I just screamed and gave my husband a big kiss and massive hug,” she said, reflecting on her life-changing moment.
As Knight and Snowdon prepare to sell their mansion, they are also eyeing new opportunities in the property market. Their experience with the Omaze house draw has not only changed their living situation but also their financial outlook.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the timeline for the sale, but the couple’s plans to reinvest in holiday lets signal a strategic move in the real estate landscape.
The story of the Omaze house draw continues to unfold, with winners like Knight, Snowdon, and Churchill showcasing the life-altering impact of such opportunities.