Inside Shane Warne’s $65 Million Property Journey as Daughter Brooke Prepares for Her Wedding

As Brooke Warne prepares to marry her partner Alex Heath, attention has again turned to the extraordinary legacy left behind by her father, Australian cricket legend Shane Warne.

From luxury Brighton mansions and an English country estate to ambitious plans for a sprawling Portsea retreat, Warne was involved in property transactions valued at more than $65 million during his lifetime.

However, amid the remarkable figures and lavish homes, Brooke has revealed that one of her father’s most meaningful gifts was not financial — but a simple piece of advice that continues to guide her.

The Words Brooke Still Carries With Her

Speaking to the Herald Sun, Brooke recalled a saying her father regularly shared with her:

“Keep your head in the stars and your feet on the ground.”

She explained that remaining grounded had become especially important as she continued navigating life without her father.

Brooke admitted that some days were easier than others and that Shane’s presence still felt incredibly real to her.

She said she had not completely accepted his absence, but was determined to continue growing, pursuing meaningful work and making him proud.

The deeply personal reflection comes as Brooke prepares to begin a new chapter with Alex Heath, whom she is expected to marry after announcing their engagement.

How Shane Warne’s Fortune Was Distributed

Warne passed away in 2022 at the age of 52.

His estate was reportedly valued at approximately $20.7 million, with the majority of his fortune left to his three children — Brooke, Jackson and Summer.

His former wife, Simone Callahan, was not named as a beneficiary in the will. Warne’s former fiancée, British actress and model Elizabeth Hurley, also reportedly received no share of the estate.

Warne accumulated his wealth through his celebrated cricket career, endorsement agreements, broadcasting and commentary work, overseas investments and numerous property transactions.

His collection of vehicles, including a Mercedes-Benz, a BMW and a Yamaha motorcycle, was left to his son Jackson.

But property was one of Warne’s greatest interests — particularly in Melbourne’s affluent bayside suburb of Brighton.

A Passion for Brighton Property

Warne bought, renovated and sold several major homes across Brighton, often adding highly personalised and extravagant features.

His properties reportedly included large wine cellars, home cinemas, tennis courts, basement garages and swimming pools. One pool was marked with his famous cricket number, 23, while another home featured a mirrored bedroom ceiling and a sound-activated disco ball.

His willingness to transform properties made him almost as well known in Brighton real estate circles as he was on the cricket field.

229 Thomas Street, Hampton

Warne grew up in Hampton, close to Brighton.

His childhood home at 229 Thomas Street was sold to an investor for $1.55 million in 2017.

It returned to the market the following year with an advertised price range of between $1.35 million and $1.485 million, eventually changing hands for approximately $1.465 million.

102 Esplanade, Brighton

After marrying Simone Callahan in 1995, Warne made one of his first significant Brighton purchases.

The couple paid $902,500 in 1996 for a five-bedroom beachfront property overlooking the bay.

The residence included a terrace with water views, a games room and bar, a spa ensuite and a substantial swimming pool.

Warne sold the home in 2000 for $2.61 million, delivering a considerable return on the original purchase price.

32 Middle Crescent, Brighton

One of the most important properties in Warne’s life was the historic mansion known as Melville.

Built in the 1880s, the bluestone Victorian residence was purchased by Warne and Callahan for $3.51 million in 2001.

After extensive renovations, the property was sold for $8.75 million in 2007 following the breakdown of the couple’s marriage. Their divorce settlement was reported to have cost Warne approximately $10 million.

Yet his attachment to Melville remained.

Almost a decade later, Warne bought the estate back for $14.25 million. The single-level residence included a swimming pool, spa and synthetic-grass tennis court.

He sold it again in 2018 through a private off-market transaction for the memorable price of $18,888,888.

Parts of the modern renovation, including the pool and later additions, were subsequently demolished by the new owner.

16 Park Street, Brighton

In 2007, Warne purchased another five-bedroom Brighton residence for $3.7 million.

He undertook a major transformation of the property, installing a home cinema, gym, heated swimming pool, tennis court and wine cellar.

The house also featured a five-car basement garage equipped with a rotating platform to help manoeuvre vehicles.

Warne sold the completed residence in 2009 for $6.775 million.

6–8 William Street, Brighton

Following the Park Street sale, Warne paid $8.55 million for a heritage-listed estate in William Street.

He once again carried out a substantial renovation, adding a gym, cinema, grass tennis court, high privacy fencing and a custom swimming pool displaying his number 23.

Warne lived at the property with Elizabeth Hurley after the pair began their relationship in 2010. They became engaged the following year.

After their engagement ended in 2013, the four-bedroom estate was sold for $10.85 million.

Donnington Hall, England

Warne and Hurley also invested in property outside Australia.

In 2012, the couple purchased Donnington Hall, a grand Georgian estate in Herefordshire, England, for a reported $11 million.

The expansive country residence contained 13 bedrooms. Warne later indicated that the estate had cost between £8 million and £9 million.

Hurley retained the property after the couple separated.

11 Kinane Street, Brighton

After his relationship with Hurley ended, Warne returned to the Brighton property market.

He paid $3.95 million for Camden, a Mediterranean-inspired mansion located near Dendy Street beach.

The property included a designer kitchen with stone surfaces, a wine refrigerator, an open fireplace and a heated swimming pool.

Warne sold Camden for $5.35 million in 2016.

15 Newbay Crescent, Brighton

In 2018, Warne purchased a five-bedroom mansion in Newbay Crescent for $5.4 million.

He shared the home with his son Jackson and later listed it for sale in 2020 with expectations of between $6.8 million and $7.4 million.

The property remained on the market during the disruption of the pandemic. After a nine-month campaign and a reduced asking range, it was eventually sold for $5.7 million in late 2020.

Saint Moritz Penthouse, St Kilda

Warne joined several prominent buyers in developer Tim Gurner’s $540 million Saint Moritz development in St Kilda in 2019.

He had reportedly planned to turn the luxury off-the-plan penthouse into a highly personalised bachelor residence, including fittings decorated with his signature number 23.

Warne did not live to see those plans completed.

As construction approached completion, Gurner worked with Warne’s estate to arrange the private sale of the apartment for approximately $10 million.

The buyer’s identity was not publicly revealed.

Gurner later spoke warmly about Warne, saying he would have loved to see the cricketer’s personality and energy become part of the building.

65–67 Duffy Street, Portsea

One of Warne’s final major property projects was located away from his usual Brighton territory.

In 2020, he paid $3.6 million for a large coastal block in Portsea.

Warne developed ambitious plans for a family compound that would have included a gym, theatre, games room, library, bowling alley, jet-ski garage and a separate four-bedroom guest wing surrounding a central swimming pool.

Following his passing, the vacant land — which already included a clay tennis court — was placed on the market in 2023 with a price guide of between $5.5 million and $6 million.

A Legacy Greater Than Property

Warne’s property history reflected his bold personality, love of luxury and willingness to take risks.

Some transactions delivered substantial profits, while others demonstrated the uncertainty of the property market. Together, they reveal the scale of his investments rather than the value of a single property portfolio held at the time of his passing.

Yet as Brooke prepares for her wedding, it is her father’s personal guidance — rather than the mansions, investments or millions — that appears to remain most meaningful.

His reminder to dream boldly while staying grounded continues to shape the way she approaches life, ensuring that Shane Warne’s influence remains present as his family moves into its next chapter.