Omaze launches £5 million Cotswolds country house competition with £250,000 cash bonus

One fortunate individual is set to become the owner of a 17th-century Cotswolds country house, valued at over £5 million, along with a cool £250,000 in cash. This comes as part of a new prize draw aimed at raising funds for Guide Dogs. The lucky winner of the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Cotswolds, will receive the keys to a quintessential five-bedroom property, complete with period features and a heated outdoor pool, all nestled within the stunning Cotswolds countryside.

The property comes mortgage-free, with all stamp duty and legal fees taken care of. Additionally, the winner will be handed a hefty £250,000 in cash to help them settle in. They can choose to live in the house, rent it out for an additional income, or sell it to become a cash multimillionaire.

Should the winner decide to keep the property, the £250,000 would allow them to maintain the house for many years. The house also comes furnished with £180,000 worth of items, ready for the winner to enjoy from day one. If the winner opts to rent it out, local estate agents estimate that the property could fetch a long-term rental value of between £13,000 and £18,000 per month. The stone-built Cotswolds property offers a tantalising mix of historical character filled with numerous period features, coupled with all the comforts of modern, luxury living.

With a desirable south-facing aspect, the house is bathed in natural light throughout, enhancing the sense of space and warmth across the property. The captivating period. The property boasts traditional features such as mullion windows, exposed wooden beams and original fireplaces. The main house offers a spacious layout with two reception rooms, perfect for entertaining guests.

The large, custom-made kitchen and dining areas are fitted with high-end fixtures and lead directly onto a sizeable south-facing terrace. This terrace connects to a heated outdoor swimming pool, surrounded by stone decking and equipped with changing rooms and showers. The property also includes a detached two-bedroom guesthouse, perfect for hosting visitors. A secluded garden adjacent to the main house features a Roman well and original well house, adding historical charm to the grounds.

The meticulously landscaped gardens include planted borders, lawns, mature trees and a kitchen garden. A small footbridge leads across a stream to a private wildflower meadow and tranquil lake, offering a peaceful retreat. The Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Cotswolds, not only offers the chance to become a multimillionaire but also raises funds for Guide Dogs. With two million people suffering from sight loss in the UK, a number set to double by 2050, this cause is more important than ever. Living with visual impairment can be extremely challenging, and without proper support, individuals can feel lonely and isolated.

From childhood to adulthood, Guide Dogs' skilled staff, volunteers, and life-changing guide dogs revolutionise the lives of people with visual impairments, providing confidence and empowering them to live their chosen lifestyle. Guide Dogs relies on funding from partners like Omaze to continue delivering this vital support.

The collaboration with Omaze is endorsed by actor and Guide Dogs Ambassador, David Bradley. David stated: "I'm proud to be supporting this campaign for Guide Dogs and Omaze. With 1 in 5 people expected to experience significant sight loss in their lifetime, the need for these incredible dogs has never been more urgent. I had the chance to visit the Guide Dogs National Centre where puppies start their journey, and I saw for myself the dedication and skill that goes into training these amazing dogs. They really do empower people to have the confidence and freedom to live life on their terms. Recent experiences have also given me a deeper appreciation for the challenges of sight loss and just how important it is to have the right support."

By getting involved, you're helping more people experience the life-changing support of a guide dog. "James Oakes, President of Omaze, said: "Everyone at Omaze is thrilled to be partnering with Guide Dogs for our latest house draw.

"By offering this desirable property in the Omaze is offering people the opportunity to win a life-changing prize in the Cotswolds, along with £250,000 in cash, while also raising funds for incredible charities. "The eventual winner has complete freedom over what they do with the house. They can move in without worrying about immediate costs, thanks to the £250,000 settling in money; they can rent it out for additional income; or they can sell up and become a multimillionaire - the choice is entirely theirs!" he stated. He continued: "Our charity partners are introduced to vast new audiences that they wouldn't otherwise reach.

We're tremendously proud that not only do we transform the lives of our winners, but the Omaze Community has also raised over £85 million for good causes across the UK." Entries for the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Cotswolds, are now available at omaze.co.uk. The Grand Prize Draw closes on Monday 26th May 2025 for online entries and Wednesday 28th May 2025 for postal entries.

In addition to the Grand Prize, those who enter online by midnight on Sunday 11th May 2025, (or Tuesday 13th May 2025 by post) also have the chance to win an Early Bird Prize of a Porsche 911 Cabriolet worth over £120,000 along with a £100,000 cash prize. Entries for the Omaze Million Pound House Draw, London, are also now available at omaze.co.uk. The Grand Prize Draw closes on Sunday 27th April 2025 for online entries and Tuesday 29th April 2025 for postal entries.

Entrants also have the option to subscribe to.

Omaze subscribers are automatically entered into every new Grand Prize Draw when their subscription renews on the first of each month. They receive four times the number of entries compared to non-subscribers and can cancel their subscription at any time.

For full terms and conditions, visit www. omaze.co.uk. Entry is free and open to UK residents aged 18 and over only.