**Devon Mother Left Stunned After £4 Million Omaze House Win in Cheshire’s ‘Golden Triangle’**
A mother from Devon is celebrating an extraordinary windfall after becoming the latest beneficiary of a £4 million mansion through Omaze’s Million Pound House Draw, as well as scooping an additional £250,000 in cash. Emily Ward, 48, and her husband Richard, 60, were left in disbelief after learning they had been handed the keys to a luxurious four-bedroom residence in the heart of Cheshire’s famed ‘Golden Triangle’.
The story, already attracting widespread attention, has a particularly humourous twist as Emily revealed that her husband initially believed the prize was a lifetime supply of sausages. “At first, my husband thought we’d won a lifetime supply of sausages, but then we realised it was actually a £4 million house instead. Now that’s a real banger!” said Emily, reflecting the disbelief and joy the couple felt upon discovering their true prize. This misconception came about in part because a member of the Omaze team arrived wearing a T-shirt with a sandwich design, sparking light-hearted speculation among the neighbours.
At the time that Omaze made the journey to notify the winner, the couple were out shopping for tent pegs for a new motorhome. It was through a flurry of messages from neighbours on their local WhatsApp group that Emily discovered she’d become the owner of a mansion in one of Britain’s most exclusive areas. Alderley Edge, the home’s location, has long been associated with footballing royalty and celebrities, with high-profile residents such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, and the Beckhams.
The house, located within the picturesque Alderley Edge Conservation Area, is completely mortgage-free, with all legal costs covered by Omaze. Emily admitted she and Richard still struggle to grasp the magnitude of their win. “To celebrate, we went to the pub that night, then had a lovely dinner with friends and splurged on a special bottle of champagne. My jaw hurts because I haven’t stopped smiling since we found out!” she explained. Understandably, friends were equally shocked, repeatedly asking if the news was true.
One of the striking features of this particular Omaze draw is the flexibility granted to winners. Emily and Richard now face the enviable decision of whether to move into the home, rent it out as a significant source of income, or sell the property and effectively become multi-millionaires overnight. The lucky ticket itself cost just £25, a small investment for life-changing returns. “The house is spectacular,” said Emily, adding that the potential to bump into Premier League stars in the local area only adds to the new adventure.
The spacious mansion boasts cutting-edge design, including dramatic cantilevers, expansive glass walls and multiple balconies. Spread across three storeys and over 6,300 square feet, the home offers a double-height lounge with floor-to-ceiling glass revealing panoramic countryside views. It comes complete with a leisure suite featuring a swimming pool, sauna, gym, and a wine cellar — amenities that helped Emily describe it as “definitely in the premier league of houses.”
Amidst all the excitement, Emily has been contemplating how best to enjoy her good fortune. “We’ll definitely enjoy the house for a family holiday and maybe celebrate Christmas here. It’s the kind of place you aspire to visit, let alone call your own,” she shared. The couple, who have a blended family that includes Richard’s three adult children and four grandchildren, are excited by the prospect of family gatherings in the opulent kitchen and outdoor entertaining areas.
Reflecting on her luck, Emily remarked, “All this for just £25 – it’s unbelievable! The only thing I’d ever won before this was a bottle of orange squash in the tombola at my kids’ school fair.” With the freedom and financial security now afforded to them, Emily and Richard are considering stepping back from work to spend more quality time with family, embracing the new opportunities that have unexpectedly come their way.
Winners like Emily serve as a testament to the changing fortunes that charity-based prize draws such as Omaze can bring, all while supporting worthy causes. As Emily continues to process her win, she sums it up simply with her five telling words: “I still don’t believe it.”