Paddy McGuinness is making a significant change in his life as he lists the marital home he once shared with ex-wife Christine for a hefty £6.5 million.
The spacious seven-bedroom property has been put on the market after months of tension, with sources close to Christine revealing that she has grown “miserable” living under the same roof as her ex-husband.
A Fresh Start for Christine and the Children
While the couple’s children—Felicity, eight, and 11-year-old twins Leo and Penelope—were once the main reason the couple stayed living together after their split, the dynamic has clearly shifted.
Sources close to Christine suggest that she no longer wants to continue cohabiting with Paddy, despite her initial fears of uprooting her family.
Moving on from the house represents Christine’s desire for a fresh start and a better living environment for herself and her kids.
Renovating and Selling for Profit
Paddy, who took ownership of the Cheshire property as part of his divorce settlement finalized in October, purchased the house for £2.1 million back in 2020.
The couple spent months renovating it to suit their family needs, including a gym, a huge playroom for the kids, and six en-suite bathrooms.
Now, with the property up for sale, Paddy stands to make a substantial profit of £4.4 million.
Why the Change of Heart?
While the couple initially found comfort in living together for the sake of their children, things began to change over time.
A source explains that Christine grew increasingly unhappy, which led to a shift in her perspective.
“They both decided it was time for a fresh start, which is what led to Paddy’s decision to sell the house,” the source shared.
Paddy’s Previous Thoughts on Living Together
Just earlier this month, Paddy spoke candidly about their living arrangement in an interview with The Daily Mail’s Weekend Magazine. At that time, he insisted that the situation felt manageable.
“If I’m at home with the kids, it’s great. If Christine’s at home with them, it’s great.
If we’re together, that’s fine as long as the kids are happy,” he explained. But clearly, things have changed for both of them.
Moving On from Their Marital Home
Christine’s feelings about living under the same roof as Paddy have been no secret.
A source told MailOnline that she is at the “end of her tether” and is “desperate to sell the house and move on with her life.”
She wants to find a smaller property where she can feel comfortable and raise their three children without the tension of sharing a home with her ex-husband.
Christine’s Personal Struggles Post-Split
Christine, who was once “petrified” of the idea of living alone after her separation from Paddy, has expressed how difficult the adjustment has been for her.
She admitted that she’s not yet ready to fully embrace living on her own with the children, a change that worries her. “It’s a slow process.
Right now, it works because we’re not disrupting the children’s routine,” she said in a podcast interview.
Reflecting on the Past
Looking back, Christine shared how she became reclusive in the years before the couple’s split.
She explained how she barely left the house for eight years, finding comfort in staying at home and avoiding social situations.
This reclusive lifestyle left her feeling like she wasn’t truly living, just existing.
The End of a Decade-Long Marriage
Paddy and Christine announced their separation in July 2022 after a decade of marriage.
The announcement came shortly after Paddy was accused of kissing a fellow TV star behind Christine’s back.
Despite the separation, the couple issued a joint statement, emphasizing that they would continue to love and support their children.
“We’re moving forward as the best parents we can be,” they said.