🏡 Imagine winning a stunning £3 million James Bond-style house – dreams do come true, right? Well, for Glen Elmy, a foundry worker from Walsall, the dream quickly turned into a bit of a nightmare!
🎉 Glen struck gold when he won the sleek and stunning Stealth House in North Devon in an Omaze competition. Complete with an infinity pool and gorgeous sea views, it seemed like the perfect reward for him and his family after a tough year. Glen excitedly shared how the win was a magical twist of fate.
🚪 But here’s the unexpected twist: Glen handed back the keys just three days later. The beautiful house’s proximity to the cliff edge and worries about coastal erosion reportedly spooked him. Local whispers suggest it might have faced challenges with insurance or mortgages due to its precarious position.
🏖️ A local pointed out, “It’s an incredible house but amazingly close to the cliff,” while others shared stories of warnings about falling rocks in the area. Despite these rumours, Omaze addressed the buzz by stating that their surveys found no major concerns and confirmed the property is fully insurable.
🤔 Glen isn’t alone—other winners have also faced hurdles with their dream homes. Some find themselves selling soon after winning due to various practicalities, proving that not all that glitters… is forever gold.
🌟 Omaze competitions certainly deliver jaw-dropping properties, leaving winners with tales of joy and, sometimes, unexpected challenges! Would you embrace the dream, risks included? Tell us what you would do!