Rory McIlroy set for star-studded line-up of neighbours at new UK mansion

Daily Mirror

4 days ago

Rory McIlroy is set to move into his new mansion in Surrey in the coming weeks, and the home is located on an estate that is also home to a host of other famous faces
Fresh from completing the career grand slam, Rory McIlroy is preparing to relocate his family to London. Masters success ended his Major championship dry spell in April, as the 36-year-old secured the only major championship absent from his impressive CV.
That ensured his place in the sport's pantheon of greats, and marked a significant milestone for McIlroy, who celebrated the victory by returning to his hometown of Holywood in Northern Ireland to visit his parents.
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Before landing in Belfast, however, he, his wife Erica Stoll, and their daughter Poppy made a brief stopover in London in their private jet to view the Surrey mansion they plan to inhabit.
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For several years, McIlroy and his family have lived in a luxurious residence in Jupiter, Florida, an area known for its affluent golfers, actors, and business tycoons. Florida's sunny weather undoubtedly suits McIlroy's golfing ambitions, as its climate and facilities allow him to train all year round.
However, the five-time major champion has not kept secret his and his wife's wish to move to the UK, with the couple purchasing a property on the Wentworth Golf Club estate a few years ago.
After reportedly spending over €10 million on renovations to the Surrey home, the McIlroys are now expected to move in next month.
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In doing so, they will join a host of famous faces who have chosen to live in this exclusive enclave. Rory McIlroy is set to rub shoulders with some of the biggest names in sports and beyond as he joins an illustrious neighbourhood.
The golfing ace's new digs are in a locale that boasts residents like South African legend Ernie Els, former Ryder Cup captain Thomas Bjorn, and his own Irish compatriot Paul McGinley, who has a place in nearby Sunningdale - as does another former Ryder Cup captain, Sam Torrance.
Justin Rose, whom McIlroy outplayed in a thrilling playoff to clinch the Masters title, also resides in the area.
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Former Chelsea captain John Terry, an avid golfer, lives close to Wentworth, as does ex-England cricketer Kevin Pietersen. In the past, Formula One legend Eddie Jordan owned a house in the area, as did Ukrainian footballer Andriy Shevchenko.
McIlroy's neighbours will also include royalty and high-profile business magnates such as the Sultan of Brunei, Hassanal Bolkiah, and Russian oligarch Petr Aven. Aidan Heavey, the man behind Tullow Oil, is another notable figure with property on the estate.
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The luxurious surroundings of Wentworth and its easy access to London and international airports have attracted individuals from all walks of life.
Music legends Elton John and Cliff Richard have both owned houses in the area over the years. Wentworth Estate has also been home to former Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet, Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, and chat show king, Michael Parkinson.
However, living in such opulent surroundings isn't for everyone. Gary Numan shared his eerie experience with Uncut music magazine in 2019, revealing, "I had a big neo-Georgian house on Wentworth golf course, but I was convinced it was haunted.
"Some weird s*** had been going on – I'd come home and the house was in darkness when I was convinced I'd left the lights on.
"So one day, I made a point of turning on every single light in the house. I got back from the studio and – f*** me – the house was in total darkness."