Lake District: Ken Bruce backs huge prize draw for Age UK

The lucky winner of the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, the Lake District, will get the keys to a magnificent property that's been redeveloped and redesigned by Omaze to create a secluded sanctuary surrounded by nature, offering spectacular views of Coniston Water and Grizedale Forest.

The property comes mortgage-free, with all stamp duty and legal fees covered. The winner is also given a whopping £250,000 in cash, to help them settle in, and can decide to either live in the house, rent it out for a supplementary income or sell it whenever they wish to become a cash multimillionaire. 

The outdoor seating (Image: Omaze) Omaze estimates that if the winner decides to keep the luxurious property, the £250,000 would enable them to run the house for over six years.

If they decide to rent it out, local estate agents estimate that the property could achieve a long-term rental value of £4,000 per month.

The winner will find the third largest lake in the Lake District, Coniston Water, right on the doorstep of their stunning four-bedroom house.

The property offers reverse level living, with bedrooms and bathrooms on the ground floor, and the first floor featuring the spacious open plan living spaces, with bespoke kitchen, dining room and  spacious lounge area.

There are stunning views over the lake (Image: Omaze) There is plenty of glazing incorporated into the design to offer breath-taking views of the lake and the surrounding mountains from almost every room, whilst also allowing natural light to fill the entire home.

Sitting in complete harmony with its surroundings, the plot provides 200 metres of lake frontage, a private wood-panelled jetty and six-acres of natural woodland interspersed with free flowing streams - providing a haven for lovers of the outdoors.

The elevated property also has a spa house featuring a rainfall shower, Himalayan salt wall, therapy table, gym and wooden in-ground hot tub on the terrace. There is also a standalone summerhouse for the winner to enjoy with friends and family.

The house is located just a short drive from the charming village of Coniston, nestled between Coniston Water and popular mountain, the Old Man of Coniston.

As well as making its Grand Prize Winner a multimillionaire, the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, the Lake District, will raise money for Age UK

Almost a million older people in the UK are [often] lonely. This can mean struggling in silence, with only the TV or radio for company - wishing the phone would ring or someone might stop to say hello.ⁱ

Age UK steps in as a lifeline for so many older people. The money raised from the partnership with Omaze will support Age UK to provide vital friendship, social activities and practical support to older people who are in desperate need of human contact. 

The Omaze partnership is backed by radio presenter and Age UK Ambassador, Ken Bruce. 

Ken said: “I’m thrilled to be supporting this incredible partnership between Omaze and Age UK. It’s not every day you get to be a part of something that has the power to change lives, both for the lucky winner of this stunning home and for the older people Age UK supports every day.

"Age UK has been close to my heart for years. I’ve seen first-hand how they bring vital friendship and support to older people who feel alone and forgotten. To be part of this campaign, especially at a time when isolation is so widespread, is a privilege.

“With Christmas around the corner, it’s heartbreaking to think of the 1.4 million older people who last year said it was the hardest time of year. Age UK offers a lifeline of friendship and community all year round, and I’m honoured to help raise awareness for their mission through this Omaze partnership. The funds raised will ensure that more older people get the support and connection they deserve."

Ken Bruce, an Age UK ambassador, is backing the prize draw (Image: Omaze) Omaze has guaranteed Age UK a minimum donation of £1 million from the partnership.

James Oakes, Chief International Officer at Omaze, said: “Everyone at Omaze is honoured to be partnering with Age UK for our latest house draw.

“By offering this stunning house in the Lake District, along with £250,000 in cash, Omaze gives people the chance to win a life-changing prize, whilst also raising money for charities.

“The eventual winner is free to decide what they want to do with the house, they can move in and not have to worry about any costs, thanks to the £250,000 settling in money, or they can rent it out as an additional income or sell up and cash in to become a multimillionaire – the choice is entirely theirs!”

He added: "Our charity partners get introduced to vast new audiences that they wouldn't otherwise reach. We’re extremely proud that the Omaze Community has raised over £63 million for good causes across the UK."

In addition to winning the Grand Prize, people who enter online by midnight on Sunday December 8 online and Tuesday December 10 for postal, are also in with the chance of winning their share of £1,000,000 in the Omaze Christmas Special Early Bird Prize Draw. The top prize is a huge £500,000, with the four remaining prize amounts of £250,000, £100,000, another £100,000 and £50,000.

Draw entries for the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, the Lake District, are available now at omaze.co.uk. The Draw closes on Boxing Day Thursday 26th December 2024 for online entries and Wednesday 1st January 2025 for postal entries.

£1,000,000 would enable Age UK to fund 2 million minutes of vital friendship, social activities and practical support for older people who are struggling in silence.