Retired Teacher Wins £3M Cornwall Home, Raises £5.2M for Charity

Jon Dexter, a 66-year-old retired physics teacher from Doncaster, has won a £3 million luxury coastal home in Cornwall along with a £250,000 cash prize through the Omaze Million Pound House Draw. Having lived in Cornwall 40 years ago and always dreaming of returning, Jon now owns a four-bedroom property overlooking Porthcothan Bay, featuring panoramic sea views, mortgage-free ownership, and private access to the South West Coast Path. The house's unique design is inspired by binoculars, with four angled 'lenses' offering stunning views of Will’s Rock and the Atlantic Ocean, and includes modern amenities such as underfloor heating, intelligent technology, and high-end kitchen fittings. Jon, who has lived alone in his Doncaster bungalow for 15 years, expressed excitement about making new memories with his three daughters, who are already planning visits to their new home. The Omaze draw also raised £5.2 million for FareShare, helping to provide meals for people in need, which Jon, having volunteered with food delivery, highlighted as the real win. This extraordinary prize marks a dramatic change in Jon's life, from expecting a simple wine delivery to becoming a multi-millionaire with a dream home in a highly sought-after coastal location.