I won an incredible £4.5million seaside mansion & £100k for just £10 – but here’s why I thought I dreamt the whole thing

“Former Paratrooper Wins £4.5 Million Seaside Mansion and £100,000 Cash Prize in Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Despite Considering a £5 Bottle of Wine His Best Previous Win”

Ex-para Daren Bell won a £4.5 million seaside mansion in the Omaze Million Pound House DrawThe North Norfolk home boasts stunning facilities including a wildlife pond and deckingA heated swimming pool features in the ultra-modern five-bed North Norfolk mansion

“Now, he holds the keys to an ultra-modern five-bedroom mansion in North Norfolk, equipped with a wellness center, a heated swimming pool, and a four-bedroom guest cabin.


The 54-year-old veteran, hailing from Bournemouth, humorously remarked, ‘The first thing I did was head straight to the local pub to celebrate, and of course, I got a few rounds in! When I woke up on Saturday, I thought I must’ve eaten too much strong cheese and dreamt the whole thing, but now that I’ve seen the house, it’s finally starting to sink in. The house is magnificent; I was half expecting the palm trees to fold down and see Thunderbird 2 pop out from under the swimming pool!'”

“This remarkable home offers breathtaking coastal views that stretch over the serene Blakeney salt marshes and the picturesque harbor, extending toward the North Sea. Daren, who is set to share the residence with four cats and a goldfish, can revel in these stunning vistas from his personal Zen zone.

The house also features a lounge, set between the ground and first floor, which has a large framed view out to the North Sea

Internally, the mansion boasts a steam room, a dedicated yoga space, and a well-equipped gym featuring ‘Technogym’ fitness equipment, including a treadmill, weights system, and a Peloton exercise bike to help the ex-paratrooper stay in prime condition.

All rooms have direct access to the private and enclosed gardens, with a terraced entertaining area complete with kiln fireplace

Every room in the house provides direct access to the private and enclosed gardens, which include a terraced entertaining area complete with a kiln fireplace, offering the perfect setting for outdoor gatherings and relaxation.”

The extraordinary win is all the sweeter for Daren who spends his life inside multi-million houses through his job in facilities managementThe home boasts coastal views over the idyllic Blakeney salt marshes and harbourDaren went to his local pub as soon as he heard the news of his life-changing win

There is even a Peloton technogym inside the stunning mansion