How The Block’s Mitch and Mark turned a 1970s home into a luxe beach retreat

A Sydney beachside escape with ties to The Block has hit the market.

The five-bedroom home, complete with high-end finishes and panoramic views, was transformed by Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie.

Edwards and McKie starred on Nine’s hit renovation show in 2019 and 2021. They bought the home in Newport in 2019 for $1.7 million.

In the almost six years since they moved in, the couple have transformed the once-humble 1970s abode into a luxury retreat.

The renovation is Edwards and McKie’s first major renovation project since winning The Block.

Mitch and Mark from The Block are selling their Newport home.

“This home has been a true labour of love,” they shared.

The renovation is the couple’s first major renovation project since winning The Block.

“We poured our hearts into reimagining every space, creating a home that is both beautiful and functional – a place to relax, entertain, soak up the incredible ocean views … and to call home.”

Back in 2019, the home was listed as a four-bedroom residence with a one bedroom self-contained area with its own balcony with separate access.

Their vision saw the property transform into a five-bedroom home with greater focus on living and entertainment spaces.

The state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen has a stone island breakfast bar.

The upper level boasts an open-plan lounge with dining and alfresco entertaining, perfect for an intimate gathering or dinner party with friends.

With entertaining in mind, Edwards and McKie have fitted the dining room with floor-to-ceiling glass to take advantage of the ocean view.

They have also added a built-in outdoor kitchen to the alfresco terrace. It’s the little things that matter.

In the heart of the home is a state-of-the-art gourmet kitchen with a stone island breakfast bar, multiple ovens, dishwashers and a butler’s pantry.

For a hint of mystery, the home also comes with a hidden wine cellar.

Elegance surrounds the lounge room, with the addition of marble, engineered timber flooring and white-beamed ceilings.

The master bedroom features a fireplace, a spacious walk-in dressing room and central stone island. Nearby, the ensuite has a free-standing bath, underfloor heating and brushed gold tapware.

On the same level as the master, there is a family room and two separate bedrooms. Both bedrooms have built-ins and balcony access.

The master en suite features a free-standing bath, underfloor heating and brushed gold tapware.

The lower level has been designed with guests or teenagers in mind and comes with open-plan living and dining, a fireplace and two separate bedrooms.

Work commitments have meant Edwards and McKie have spent more time in the city. They feel it’s time for another family to “enjoy it as much as we have”.

The property is on the market through LJ Hooker Mona Vale.

Selling agent Josephine Cowling told Domain a reserve price for auction is yet to be set, although she expects the home will better the result of recent local sales.

The home in Newport on Sydney’s northern beaches boasts panoramic views.

She said a similar property recently sold for $3.93 million.

Mitch and Mark made their television debut on the 2019 season of The Block, where they finished fifth and took home $384,000 in prizemoney.

They returned to the franchise for the 2021 season, taking out the series and $744,444 in prizemoney.

This article was originally published by Domain.com.au. Reproduced with permission.