Samantha Armytage Sells Her $2m Moss Vale Home

TV host Samantha Armytage has taken her renovation game to new heights, diving headfirst into a 1960s-built gem in the heart of Moss Vale, nestled in the picturesque NSW Southern Highlands. Since purchasing the delightful three-bedroom home in March 2024, Sam rolled up her sleeves to give it a modern glow-up. All the hard work has paid off as it’s confirmed to have already sold, shortly after going up for sale, with a buyer’s guide of $2.1m to $2.3m.

Purchased shortly before her split from ex-husband Richard Lavender, the charming Moss Vale cottage has since become known as Armytage’s “divorce home”, with the presenter pouring her energy into transforming the once-dated weatherboard into a polished Southern Highlands retreat.

The exterior

The cream and green facade inspired nostalgia but underwent a little update to bring it into the present.

Samantha Armytage Moss Vale home renovation — The original exterior of Samantha Armytage’s 1960s Moss Vale home has timber cladding and a tile roof. *(Image: RealEstate.com.au)*

Samantha Armytage home Moss Vale renovation exterior — The updated entrance is a welcome sight with raw timber decking and a fresh neutral tone on the cladding. *(Image: Sotheby’s International Realty)*

The garden

The property, described as a renovator’s dream just waiting for someone to “unlock the potential”, had plenty of charm to begin with. Timeless design, expansive picture windows that showcase lush garden vistas, a charming pond and even an adorable birdhouse straight out of a fairytale. It appears Samantha has treaded lightly, retaining these details, including the birdhouse.

Samantha Armytage Moss Vale home renovation birdhouse — The home was surrounded by a mature garden, complete with a birdhouse that remains at the home. *(Image: RealEstate.com.au)*

The living room

This fixer-upper comes with a touch of personal history for Samantha. It’s just a stone’s throw from her former Berrima farm, where she lived with equestrian businessman Richard Lavender before the couple announced their separation in 2024. The former living room had cosy bones that Samantha leant into and gently updated.

Samantha Armytage Moss Vale home renovation living room — The original living room features a cosy fireplace and picture windows. *(Image: RealEstate.com.au)*

Samantha Armytage home Moss Vale renovation fireplace — The fireplace surround has been updated in keeping with the home’s heritage. *(Image: Sotheby’s International Realty )*

The renovation isn’t the only shake-up in Samantha’s life. Last year, she decided to take her stunning Hyams Beach home off the market and step away from hosting Farmer Wants a Wife on Channel 7. Instead, she’s embarking on a new adventure with The Golden Bachelor on Channel 9, set to air in 2025. Talk about a new chapter.

The kitchen

When it comes to property, Samantha is no stranger to turning hidden potential into showstoppers. Back in 2020, she sold her Burrawang weekender for $3.1 million and her North Bondi home for $3.15 million. She also holds onto a Rushcutters Bay waterfront apartment, picked up for $1.5 million in 2021. Clearly, she knows a good investment when she sees one.

One of the biggest changes in her Moss Vale property is the kitchen, which is unrecognisable now compared to the original space with an abundance of yellow timber and green benchtops.

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Samantha Armytage Moss Vale home renovation kitchen — Before, the timber kitchen had plenty of opportunity for an impactful transformation. *(Image: RealEstate.com.au)*

Samantha Armytage home Moss Vale renovation kitchen — The new kitchen and white and bright, with the charming original windows retained. *(Image: Sotheby’s International Realty)*

The bedroom

This Moss Vale beauty has kept all of the character it began with, now with a little extra charm and sophistication. The bedrooms are all beautifully updated.

Samantha Armytage home Moss Vale renovation bedroom — Each bedroom has its own style, including pretty florals and cottage touches. *(Image: Sotheby’s International Realty )*

The bathroom

The two bathrooms have also been given a refresh from ceiling to floor tiles, with all the features you’d want in a NSW Southern Highlands home.

Samantha Armytage home Moss Vale renovation bathroom — The renovated bathroom featured a freestanding bath with timber vanity and lush shade of green on the walls. *(Image: Sotheby’s International Realty )*

Writer Rebecca Hooton Managing Editor

Rebecca has 17 years of experience in the magazine industry. Currently the managing editor of Home Beautiful, she worked as an intern at Cleo while completing a Bachelor of Communication at Western Sydney University. Following that, Rebecca wrote for and edited copy at titles such as Dolly, before becoming the features editor at Cosmopolitan Australia. She’s since had features in publications such as ELLE Australia, and has written for Country Style and Inside Out. You’ll most likely find her manifesting a cottage in the Cotswolds or watching Bluey (with or without her kids).

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