Bury Man Wins £4 Million Cornish Home with £15 Omaze Entry
Simon Mawdsley, a 41-year-old web developer from Bolton, Greater Manchester, has won a stunning five-bedroom coastal home in Cornwall worth £4 million through an Omaze draw. His winning entry cost just £15 as part of his Omaze subscription, as reported by the Bury Times.
From Bury to Bolton to Cornwall
Originally from Bury, Simon now resides in Bolton with his wife, Riza, 35, whom he met during the COVID-19 pandemic. The couple married two years ago and moved to Bolton last year. The prize is a beautifully designed, four-story home overlooking the Gannel Estuary in North Cornwall.
A Snooker Dream Come True
Simon, a passionate snooker fan, joked that he plans to transform the new home into his own “mini Crucible” – a reference to the iconic snooker venue – although he admits convincing his wife might be a challenge. He and his father have long dreamed of having space for a full-sized snooker table, having previously been limited to virtual games due to lack of room. The 5,200 sq ft property provides ample space for his hobby.
A Slight Delivery Hiccup
The announcement of Simon’s win wasn’t without a minor complication. Omaze initially arrived at his old address, as he had forgotten to update his details. However, they quickly located him in Bolton and delivered the life-changing news.
The Prize Package
The home comes mortgage-free, with all stamp duty and legal fees covered. Simon as well receives £160,000 worth of furnishings and a £250,000 cash prize, giving him the flexibility to live in the house, rent it out, or sell it.
Supporting a Worthy Cause
The Omaze Million Pound House Draw supports GOSH Charity, with previous draws raising a total of £3.5 million towards building a new Children’s Cancer Centre at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH). This latest draw is part of Omaze’s larger £12 million pledge to the project.
Omaze’s Impact
James Oakes, President of Omaze, expressed delight at Simon’s win and the funds raised for GOSH Charity. Omaze has now raised over £100 million for good causes across the UK.