A mother of three is still searching for a purchaser for the luxurious home She emerged victorious in an Omaze prize draw following her decision to put it up for auction the previous year.
Rachael Reid, aged 54, hit the jackpot by winning an exquisite six-bedroom cottage situated close to Farnham, Surrey, back in July. Despite investing just £10 for her entry fee, she became the fortunate owner of this magnificent home, which boasts features such as a spacious 40-foot indoor heated swimming pool along with a private gym area spread across approximately 1.4 acres.
To enhance the worth of the property, she enlisted Savills as her agent and listed it for sale via Rightmove since December, pricing it at £2,950,000.
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Nevertheless, as per recent data, the listing experienced a decrease of £200,000 on March 25.
The property is currently available for £2,750,000, providing a substantial financial gain for Rachael and her spouse of three decades, Darren. They lived at the estate for multiple months prior to their decision to put it up for sale.
Rachael, originally from Inverness, explained her decision to trade their home for a substantial sum of money by saying: "It’s hard to fathom that this actually occurred—winning a multimillion-pound property in Surrey has transformed our lives entirely. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed visiting the house—it’s been enchanting, and everyone in my family has adored it. The people around here have all been very kind and hospitable; it’s an excellent place."
The winnings from my substantial prize mean that financially, we could remain here for many years without worrying about expenses. However, since we enjoy our current residence, we’ve opted to sell and capitalize on these funds instead. This way, we can purchase a fantastic home nearer to our loved ones in Scotland.
The funds from the sale will transform life for the whole family — it’s simply amazing — we’re all incredibly enthusiastic about what lies ahead — we could possibly even construct our dream home!
The moment I entered Omaze was the finest choice I ever made – I extend my best wishes to everyone who participates; if such fortune could befall me, it’s possible for anybody!
The description of the six-bedroom house on Rightmove, supplied by Savills, states: "This pristine six-bedroom property has been crafted to an exceptionally high standard, transforming into a modern countryside retreat with sophisticated interior design throughout."
The enhanced description highlights that the refurbished bungalow is matched with a separate poolhouse equipped with a shower, fitness area, sauna, and dressing room. The sophisticated entryway is indicated by an expansive gravel drive and dual-car garage, which opens into the property via sturdy wooden automatic gates.
This property features a contemporary design and includes a spacious entrance hall that opens up to a drawing room equipped with a vaulted ceiling, providing vistas of the private garden. One standout element is a Purbeck stone chimney fireplace.
The kitchen and dining area is marked by premium oak floors and includes a central island equipped with a breakfast counter. Additional prominent spaces consist of a spacious living room, a dedicated office, and a lavish master bedroom featuring a sitting zone, direct access via French doors to the terrace, a large walk-in wardrobe, along with an impressive ensuite bath.
In addition to its interior, the property boasts an outdoor kitchen fitted with concrete countertops and built-in cabinets, complemented by an open hearth ideal for cool nights. The expansive 1.4-acre grounds are beautifully maintained, encompassing well-groomed gardens as well as a private woodland retreat.
Savills characterizes the area as a "highly desirable village," noting that the property sits about four miles away from Farnham and roughly 8.9 miles from Guildford. The positioning of this place is lauded as "strategically well-placed" for commuters.
When listed, a spokesperson from Omaze stated: "Regardless of their situation, every Omaze winner has numerous incredible opportunities to transform their lives. Omaze takes great pride in having generated 35 millionaires along with raising over £81 million for charitable causes in the UK since its inception here."
Prior to releasing this story, Savills estate agents were approached concerning the price drop, yet they chose not to provide any comments.