AFL superstar Buddy Franklin and his influencer wife Jesinta are battling to get rid of their sprawling mansion known as ‘Villa Casa’ on the Gold Coast.
The luxurious seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom Mediterranean-style apartment has been languishing on the market since it was auctioned two months ago.
Purchased in 2022 for $8.75 million, the Reedy Creek property covers a massive 1,100 square feet and boasts spectacular views of the nearby coastline.
The high-profile couple are still looking for a buyer after announcing they were selling to try out “farm life,” the Times reported. Courier mail on Tuesday.
Meanwhile, the agents involved in the sale remain silent on negotiations with potential buyers.
Located on high ground approximately 16km from the Gold Coast CBD, the resort-style multi-level home features spacious grounds and two separate living quarters.
The two-story main residence features a game room, media room and private sitting room.
There is also a large swimming pool and entertainment terrace with an adjoining “pavilion”.
AFL star Buddy Franklin and his influencer wife Jesinta are battling to get rid of their sprawling mansion known as ‘Villa Casa’ on the Gold Coast.
Design features include large floor-to-ceiling windows with “Spanish” style arches, hardwood floors and whitewashed walls.
The golden color is used for the lights and taps, adding a touch of elegance.
The gourmet kitchen, meanwhile, offers a dolomite marble breakfast island.
A second two-bedroom residence on the estate serves as a “guest house” and features two well-appointed bathrooms.
The luxurious seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom Mediterranean-style apartment has been languishing on the market since it was auctioned two months ago.
The high-profile couple are still looking for a buyer after announcing they were selling to try out “farm life.”
Buddy, 37, and Jesinta, 32, broke the record for the price of a property purchased in the picturesque hinterland area when they bought the mansion two years ago.
Designed by award-winning architects Reece Keil, the grand property attracted immense interest since it first came on the market in 2022, becoming the most viewed property on Realestate.com.au at the time.
Franklin’s decision to sell comes after reports that they are considering a move to the countryside.
Jesinta has been on the move for some time, leaving Sydney for the Gold Coast following the retirement of her AFL footballer husband Buddy in 2023.
Purchased in 2022 for $8.75 million, the Reedy Creek property covers a whopping 1,096 square metres and boasts spectacular views of the nearby coastline.
Just a year and a half later, the model already has her sights set on new horizons.
“We’re actually thinking about selling and buying a farm now, so yeah, we’ll see how that goes,” Jesinta recently told The Morning Show.
Although she said: “We love it. We absolutely love it” when it comes to the Gold Coast, the mother of two would rather head to the country.
“That might be the next thing we talk about next time I’m here. We love the idea of being on land, growing our own food, having horses, a couple of Highland cows, we’d love that,” he said.
Jesinta has been enjoying time alone with her husband and children, daughter Tullulah, three, and son Rocky, two.
“We spend a lot of quality time together and always make sure to watch Swannies and Hawks games,” Jesinta said.
The couple sold their luxury apartment in Sydney’s eastern suburbs for $5 million to complete their move to the Gold Coast.
The power couple purchased the prestigious property, located in The Carlisle apartment complex, in 2020 for $5 million.
Designed by award-winning architects Reece Keil, the property attracted immense interest when it first came on the market in 2022, becoming the most viewed property on Realestate.com.au at the time.
