Widowed grandma who won £4.5 million mansion for £25 is now selling it

A grandmother who lost her husband recently is putting up for sale the £4.5 million mansion she won in an astonishing turn of events. June Smith, 74 years old and residing in Essex, participated in the Omaze Million Pound House Draw and emerged as the winner. Her prize was a splendid six-bedroom, three-story residence with a captivating view of the scenic Fowey Estuary in Cornwall.

Having faced the tragic passing of her husband Ron at the age of 74 due to a heart attack the previous year, June found solace in her remarkable stroke of luck. In addition to the luxurious new abode, she also secured a substantial sum of £100,000 earlier in the year.

At the point of her victory, June was confronted with a decision regarding the mansion's future. Local real estate experts estimated that the property could potentially yield between £5,000 to £7,000 per month through long-term rentals. Furthermore, during the peak holiday season, the house had the potential to fetch an impressive £14,000 per week in rental income.

Despite initially expressing her intention to retain ownership of the house for an extended period, June has now chosen to list the property for sale.

The captivating waterfront panorama near the Cornish township of Fowey has recently become visible on the real estate platform RightMove.

According to information from The Daily Mail, viewings, facilitated by JB Estates, are strictly arranged via appointments. The mortgage calculator on the website estimates monthly payments of £26,467 over a span of 25 years.

The impressive mansion offers an array of features, including a dedicated home office, a grand main sitting room adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows, and an upscale kitchen. The lower level comprises a breakfast room and an elegant dining area. Notably, the estate even features a cutting-edge yoga studio, befitting its multi-million pound valuation.

June's decision to part with the mansion is driven by her desire to provide support to her children and grandchildren as they embark on the upcoming phase of their lives.

"I made sure to have a family vacation here before considering listing it for sale," she shared with the Mail.

"We all gathered and stayed together, thoroughly enjoying the house and the charms of Cornwall. My six grandchildren, in particular, relished every moment.

"From the beginning, I recognized that winning this house would bring about a transformative change for my entire family. This realization is what has prompted my decision to sell now – I intend to utilize the proceeds to support my children and grandchildren as they enter the next phase of their lives."

Jude isn't the sole fortunate individual who has acquired a new residence through Omaze. In the previous month, another fortunate individual, a father, secured a £3.5 million house along with a £100,000 cash prize from a mere £35 ticket.

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