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Daily Mail
12 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Millionaire Lowes heir and husband set to move into opulent villa near Monaco after deciding to pack up their life in Australia to give their children a 'European lifestyle'
After recently offloading his Sydney mansion for a whopping $23.5 million, Lowes clothing retail heir Joshua Penn is headed to France with his family. Joshua, 37, is planning to relocate to the French Riviera in 2026 with husband Ben Palmer and children Brooklyn, seven, and Blake, four. The couple have snapped up the stunning Villa Marisol on the sunny, coastal slopes of the Cap d' Ail. With pristine beaches and the town centre in walking distance, the luxurious pad is also located just minutes away from Monaco - the playground of the über-rich. The stunning villa was built in 1908 for the feminist writer Gabrielle Reval, co-founder of French literary prize the Prix Femina. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The villa also has long history, hosting the likes of French aristocrat, Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, and American born French actress and singer, Josephine Baker. Described as one of the property gems of the Cap d' Ail, Villa Marisol is surrounded by 1,000 square metres of landscaped grounds that lead to the main entrance porch. The entrance level is opulence personified, boasting the original mosaic hallway. The magnificent columned hallway on the garden level leads to the two grand master bedrooms opening onto a small private garden. Speaking to The Daily Telegraph, the couple described their new digs as a 'palace' adding that they were keen to relocate to expose their children to the 'European lifestyle'. It comes as Joshua recently sold his Sydney mansion for a whopping $23 million. The sprawling four-bedroom, five-bathroom property, located at Point Piper, was originally snapped up by Josh's mother and father - Linda and David Penn - in 2021 for a cool $16 million. Joshua who co-owns the home with Ben, first listed the 1905 era home for $28 million. The couple and their children have been living at the exclusive address for three years while renovating another property in nearby Double Bay, The Wentworth Courier reported on Wednesday. According to property records, the retail heir's parents have maintained a 70 per cent stake in the mansion, which is known as the 'Capri'. Still, Josh and Ben are listed as 'owners' of the land title on the beautiful two-storey sandstone and brick home. According to the publication, the couple snapped up a four-bedroom, two-bathroom 'Spanish influenced' home in Double Bay for $6.7 million in 2020 which they extensively rebuilt. Josh and his mother Linda were recently seen at the Gold Dinner charity event. The Lowes Menswear CEO, who, alongside her brother and Lowes co-owner Jeffrey Mueller is worth a cool $400 million, held court at the glamorous do earlier this month. Linda heads the Gold Dinner Committee alongside her son Joshua, and rules the charity event with an iron fist. Every year an influential mix of business and philanthropic leaders attend, and the gala was once also littered with A-listers before Josh and his mother banned them from the event. In the past, celebrities like Chris Hemsworth, Roxy Jacenko, Ian Thorpe, Hamish Blake and Karl Stefanovic made appearances on the red carpet. Gold Dinner co-chair Joshua revealed ahead of the 2024 gala that the event will shun celebrities going forward, as they 'don't seem to add much value'. He said that the attention is usually too much on the celebrities, rather than on the purpose of the event. The invitation-only gala is held annually at a secret location in Sydney and is given a unique theme every year.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Heir to retail giant Lowes sells grand Sydney mansion for $23 million
A grand mansion on Sydney Harbour owned by Lowes clothing retail heir Joshua Penn has gone under the hammer for a whopping $23.5million. The sprawling four-bedroom, five-bathroom property located at Point Piper was originally snapped up by Josh's mother and father - Linda and David Penn - in 2021 for a cool $16 million. Josh, 37, who co-owns the home with his husband, Ben Palmer, first listed the 1905 era home for $28million. The couple and their two young children have been living at the exclusive address for three years while renovating another property in nearby Double Bay, reported The Wentworth Courier on Wednesday. According to property records, the retail heir's parents have maintained a 70 per cent stake in the mansion, which is known as the 'Capri'. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The sprawling four-bedroom, five-bathroom property, located at Point Piper, was originally snapped up by Josh's mother and father - Linda and David Penn - in 2021 for a cool $16 million Still, Josh Penn and Ben Palmer are listed as 'owners' of the land title on the beautiful sandstone and brick two-storey home. Featuring beautifully maintained classic features throughout, the dazzling home boasts stunning harbour views, a pool and an internal lift. Highlights include a formal entranceway with chandelier lighting and an oversized ground floor 'living room' which opens out to landscaped gardens. There's also a private dining room and a 'sitting room'. The second storey hosts all four bedrooms with the main bedroom occupying an entire corner of the first floor and includes a terrace, en suite, dressing room and 'sun room'. Other highlights include a 'rumpus room' which can be converted into a private office space. The sale comes after reports have surfaced that Josh and Ben, along with their children - son, six-year-old Brooklyn, and daughter, Blake, four - are considering moving to France. The Wentworth Courier reports that the young family could take on the task of renovating the Penn family getaway on the French Riviera. According to the publication, couple snapped up a four-bedroom, two-bathroom 'Spanish influenced' home in Double Bay for $6.7million in 2020 which they extensively rebuilt. They are now deciding to move in or move on to yet another property, which they have purchased in the eastern suburbs, or head to France. Josh and his mother Linda were recently seen at the Gold Dinner charity event. The Lowes Menswear CEO, who, alongside her brother and Lowes co-owner Jeffrey Mueller is worth a cool $400 million, held court at the glamorous do earlier this month. Linda heads the Gold Dinner Committee alongside her son Joshua, and rules the charity event with an iron fist. Every year an influential mix of business and philanthropic leaders attends - and the gala was once also littered with A-listers before mother and son banned them from the event. In the past, celebrities like Chris Hemsworth, Roxy Jacenko, Ian Thorpe, Hamish Blake and Karl Stefanovic made appearances on the red carpet. Gold Dinner co-chair Joshua revealed ahead of the 2024 gala that the event will shun celebrities going forward, as they 'don't seem to add much value'. He said that the attention is usually too much on the celebrities, rather than on the purpose of the event. The invitation-only gala is held annually at a secret location in Sydney and is given a unique theme every year.
Daily Telegraph
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Telegraph
Lowes heir Josh Penn and Ben Palmer's Point Piper home sells
Lowes heir Josh Penn and his husband Ben Palmer have sold their Wyuna Rd, Point Piper mansion for $23.5m. The couple, with son Brooklyn, 6, and daughter Blake, 4, are now understood to be focusing on renovating the Penn family's palace at Cap 'd'ail in the south of France, where they're intending on spending some time next year. And they're also now debating whether to move to their former Double Bay home, now rebuilt, or to another eastern suburbs mansion they've apparently purchased, that's 'quite substantial'. MORE: Hush-hush sale hits 2025 record MORE:Billionaire chicken heiress's record-breaking sale Penn and Palmer are listed as co-owners on the land title for Capri, the Edwardian residence at 4 Wyuna Rd bought for $16m in 2021, alongside Penn's parents David and Linda Penn who have 70 per cent ownership. But it's now sold via Monika Tu and Jad Khattar of Black Diamonz, with Tom Penfold of Cohen Handler known to have introduced the buyer. There'd initially been hopes of $28m. Penn and Palmer had been living in Capri during the three-year rebuild of their own home at 7 Carlotta Rd, Double Bay, bought for $6.7m in 2020, which is apparently 'incredible' and nearly ready to move into. No clue yet as to the location of this other 'quite substantial' property, which is yet to settle. The Wyuna Rd residence was previously owned by nursing-home scion Mark Moran and his interior decorator wife Evette. The historic home on a 723sqm block had harbour views, an internal lift, multiple balconies, manicured grounds and a pool. Penn and Palmer had initially intended to do major renovations, but ended up doing just landscaping the garden and adding lighting. Their good taste in furniture helped give the home extra zing. Josh Penn and mother Linda, the highly regarded philanthropist and CEO of Lowes Menswear that's worth $800m, recently raised a whopping $84.3m at the recent Gold Dinner for the Sydney Children's Hospital foundation.
News.com.au
3 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
Lowes heir Josh Penn and Ben Palmer's Point Piper home sells
Lowes heir Josh Penn and his husband Ben Palmer have sold their Wyuna Rd, Point Piper mansion for $23.5m. The couple, with son Brooklyn, 6, and daughter Blake, 4, are now understood to be focusing on renovating the Penn family's palace at Cap 'd'ail in the south of France, where they're intending on spending some time next year. And they're also now debating whether to move to their former Double Bay home, now rebuilt, or to another eastern suburbs mansion they've apparently purchased, that's 'quite substantial'. Hush-hush sale hits 2025 record Penn and Palmer are listed as co-owners on the land title for Capri, the Edwardian residence at 4 Wyuna Rd bought for $16m in 2021, alongside Penn's parents David and Linda Penn who have 70 per cent ownership. But it's now sold via Monika Tu and Jad Khattar of Black Diamonz, with Tom Penfold of Cohen Handler known to have introduced the buyer. There'd initially been hopes of $28m. Penn and Palmer had been living in Capri during the three-year rebuild of their own home at 7 Carlotta Rd, Double Bay, bought for $6.7m in 2020, which is apparently 'incredible' and nearly ready to move into. No clue yet as to the location of this other 'quite substantial' property, which is yet to settle. The Wyuna Rd residence was previously owned by nursing-home scion Mark Moran and his interior decorator wife Evette. The historic home on a 723sqm block had harbour views, an internal lift, multiple balconies, manicured grounds and a pool. Penn and Palmer had initially intended to do major renovations, but ended up doing just landscaping the garden and adding lighting. Their good taste in furniture helped give the home extra zing. Josh Penn and mother Linda, the highly regarded philanthropist and CEO of Lowes Menswear that's worth $800m, recently raised a whopping $84.3m at the recent Gold Dinner for the Sydney Children's Hospital foundation.
Wales Online
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Beyond Paradise restaurant's celebrity owner 'proud' of show but admits to 'kickback' from locals
Beyond Paradise restaurant's celebrity owner 'proud' of show but admits to 'kickback' from locals The Sardine Factory in Looe, Cornwall, is the real-life location of The Ten Mile Kitchen, which is owned by chef Ben Palmer, who won the Great British Menu in 2024 Kris Marshall on reuniting with Love Actually co-star BBC Death in Paradise spin-off Beyond Paradise launched in 2023 and set to the backdrop of scenic Looe in Cornwall. Kris Marshall returns as Humphrey Goodman from the original series, now solving crimes in the make-believe Shipton Abbott with his detective crew. Additionally, the story delves into Humphrey's home life with his partner, Martha Lloyd (played by Sally Bretton), who steps into the culinary scene with her venture The Ten Mile Kitchen. The actual venue used for Martha's enterprise is owned by none other than chef Ben Palmer, crowned champion in the 2024 Great British Menu. Palmer discussed with the Daily Express how his restaurant, The Sardine Factory, became a pilgrimage site for fans and the community's mixed reactions to its newfound fame. Beyond Paradise stars Sally Bretton and Kris Humphrey (Image: BBC ) Following The Sardine Factory's feature in Beyond Paradise's third season, reservations skyrocketed by 444%, spiking from 45 to an astounding 245 bookings within a week. Article continues below Despite the boost to business, some local residents have expressed discontent over the influx of visitors flocking to their town. Ben confided: "You know you get a lot of kickback from a lot of locals saying, we don't want more people coming to town, but you know what it's so important to bring tourism to the restaurant business, we rely on it," reports the Express. Ben disclosed that despite some negative reactions, many locals have welcomed the attention, saying: "As locals, we were all really proud when we saw our beautiful kind of hometown on the telly, it was really kind of cool, and everybody was kind of asking, 'where is this beautiful place?'" Beyond Paradise's Ten Mile Kitchen takes place in The Sardine Factory (Image: BBC ) He added: "You know, we're incredibly lucky. It kind of gives you a sense of feeling like we're really proud that this is our hometown, and it just showcases it, making you realise how beautiful it is as well." Admiring his locality, Ben remarked: "It's a lovely place, but then when you come to see it, you think, 'my God, it is actually,' we're very lucky. "It's a very beautiful place, and then everybody wants to come and visit where they saw on TV, which was really cool." Article continues below Regarding the popularity of Beyond Paradise, Ben acknowledged his surprise, confessing: "I never kind of really watched it, and then obviously I thought, you know, it's in my own town and stuff, you might catch a glimpse of someone you know. I started to watch it and, you know what? It's pretty good." Ben opened his restaurant back in 2018 as a part of reinvigorating the town, which also included opening a museum. The Sardine Factory gets its name from its previous incarnation as an old sardine processing plant. Beyond Paradise in available on BBC iPlayer
