PHOTO: Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin. THE WEST AUSTRALIAN
For those avid footy fans yearning to experience the lifestyle of this legendary sports figure, there’s an opportunity to secure a lease on the luxurious coastal dwelling, but it comes with a hefty price tag – a staggering $13,500 bond is required. Nestled in the highly desirable Mermaid Beach area, this two-story penthouse with five bedrooms and three bathrooms is available for lease at a jaw-dropping rate of $2,250 per week. This marks the property’s debut on the rental market since Vautin and his wife Kim sold it last year, according to The Courier Mail.
The penthouse, which sat on the market for eight months with an initial price tag of $3.6 million, was eventually acquired by an investment company for $3.25 million in 2022. Originally purchased by the former Footy Show host for $1.8 million in 2009, the apartment is now open for lease for either six or twelve months.
The luxurious Gold Coast home of NRL star Paul ‘Fatty’ Vautin has hit the rental market with a hefty cost of $13,500 bond to secure a lease
This stunning residence, initially intended as a holiday retreat for the Vautins, is conveniently located just a stone’s throw from the picturesque Nobby Beach. The apartment, one of only three in this prestigious building, boasts exclusive access via a private elevator and features a spacious rooftop terrace and an upper-level bedroom.
The level below showcases a lounge area, a well-appointed kitchen, three additional bedrooms, and a master suite, each equipped with private balconies. Kim Vautin, a dedicated renovator, has periodically updated the penthouse to ensure it remains contemporary. The penthouse’s crowning jewel is its panoramic 360-degree view from the expansive terrace, a key selling point that initially captured the Vautins’ hearts.
Situated in sought after Mermaid Beach the five-bedroom, three-bedroom top floor two-storey apartment is available for an an eye-watering $2,250 a week
Over the years, the couple has hosted numerous gatherings on the rooftop, which can comfortably accommodate up to 100 guests. In addition to this property, the Vautins own two other rental properties in the Gold Coast area.
Though Paul Vautin was removed from his co-hosting position on Nine’s The Footy Show in 2017, he has continued to be a valuable part of the network’s commentary team.