Photo: Belcon Construction
TV presenter, podcaster and renovator Shelley Craft and her husband, real estate agent Christian Sergiacomi, have sold their latest project in Byron Bay. Known as ‘Pietra’, the Tuscan-inspired bungalow sold off-market for $6.5 million, according to Domain.
The host of The Block reportedly purchased the former ’90s brick home, which is positioned on a 2905-square-metre block in Suffolk Park, back in 2022 for $1.8 million. Alongside Christian, Shelley spent around a year transforming the property into a spacious, Italian villa-style family haven for the couple and their two children, Milla and Eadie.
“We kept the original bones but had to lift the roof (literally) to bring in all that gorgeous natural light, channeling major Tuscan villa vibes,” Shelley said in an Instagram post. “The result? A home that’s timeless, elegant, and beautifully simple…”
The couple engaged Belcon Constructions for the renovation, resulting in a resort-style three-bedroom, three-bathroom home featuring a swimming pool, infrared sauna, outdoor shower and oversized kitchen with butler’s pantry.
The multimillion-dollar house flip isn’t Shelley’s first; the Aussie presenter has renovated more than 20 homes over the years, including her former home in Belongil Beach which she sold for a whopping $9 million back in March 2023.
While we’re yet to hear of Shelley’s next project (and undoubtedly, there’ll be another!), we’re sure to see her back on our screens soon for The Block’s 21st season in Daylesford.
Inside Shelley Craft’s Suffolk Park home
Living area
A spacious open-plan living area sits beneath a soaring A-frame ceiling punctured by skylights. Black-framed French doors open out onto a sun-drenched alfresco area while a stone wall adds to the Tuscan vibe.
Dining nook
A custom banquette dining nook is nestled into the open-plan living area, offering a cosy place to enjoy family meals.
Kitchen
A dolomite island bench crowns the kitchen, which also features a butler’s pantry and integrated appliances.
Kitchen
Black, steel-framed windows open the kitchen area out onto the sprawling lawn.
Hallway
Rustic limestone flooring features throughout the home, adding to the neutral-toned, Mediterranean feel.
Main bedroom
Each of the bedrooms are of grand proportions and feature stylish ensuite bathrooms.
Main ensuite
Travertine finger mosaic tiles add texture to the ensuite bathroom and complement the stone double vanity.
Pool
Tropical foliage frames the home’s impressive curved swimming pool.
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