What does the sale of a mansion won in the Omaze house draw signify for its owners? Paul Knight and Jason Snowdon are selling Batheaston House, a historic mansion they won in the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, for £4 million.
The couple, who got married in the mansion six months prior to listing it for sale, expressed their fondness for the property. “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.
Batheaston House, which boasts six bedrooms and historical features dating back to the mid-1500s, was part of the estate of Sir John Harington, known for inventing the first flushing toilet. The couple meticulously restored the house in 2015, enhancing its historical charm.
Since winning the house, Knight and Snowdon have rented it out as a holiday let for £4,000 a week, allowing them to capitalize on its appeal. They also won £250,000 in cash alongside the house, providing them with additional financial flexibility.
“Omaze didn’t just give us a house – they gave us the opportunity to create moments like our wedding day,” Knight added, reflecting on the impact of their win.
In a related event, Steph Churchill recently won £1 million in the Omaze Monthly Millionaire Draw. She celebrated her win in a cricket club carpark, exclaiming, “I just screamed and gave my husband a big kiss and massive hug.” Churchill’s excitement was palpable, as she noted her friends initially thought she was joking about her win.
As Knight and Snowdon prepare to sell Batheaston House, they plan to invest in another home and further properties as holiday lets. The future of the mansion remains to be seen, as it awaits a new owner who will appreciate its rich history and luxurious amenities, including a home cinema and hot tub.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the timeline for the sale or potential buyers, but the couple’s journey from winning the house to selling it illustrates the transformative power of the Omaze house draw.
