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In 2022, The Block really branched out. And no, we’re not just talking about their decision to relocate the show to the country or to take the houses off-grid. For the first time in Block history, host Scotty Cam did more than just talking the talk. That’s right, in The Block 2022, Scotty Cam finally walked the walk and renovated his own home alongside the contestants each week.
The home is the original 1866 weatherboard homestead built by Joseph McGeorge. It was the only dwelling on the 70-acre property when the show purchased the land, and it was downright dilapidated. But the bones were there. “I love historic homes and I love country homes and bringing them back to their former glory, so I enjoyed it,” said Scotty of his experience renovating alongside the contestants.
What happened to Scotty Cam’s house on The Block?
Camelot hit the market in November 2023, almost a year after the season wrapped, and has not yet found its buyer despite reported interest. The Gisborne property was originally listed for $4.1 to $4.3 million and is now asking for offers between $3.8 million and $3.9 million.
‘The house that Scotty Cam built’ was listed for sale almost a year after the conclusion of The Block 2022, and has remained on the market since then. This five-bedroom, four-bathroom cottage is slated to fetch between $3.8 million and $3.9 million; slightly lower than the reserves of the other five Gisborne homes of 2022, which were all set at $4,080,000.
You can view the full listing on domain.com.au
On the market
Who helped Scotty Cam build his house on The Block?
He definitely did not renovate and build the home alone. Former contestants and experienced builders Duncan Miller and Spence Thomson joined him for the journey. Spence starred on The Block in 2018 when he renovated an apartment in the notorious Gatwick Hotel with his wife Kerrie. The carpenter quickly became known for his high-quality finishes and detailed design choices, namely the coffered ceiling he created in the living and dining room.
Duncan on the other hand put the old adage ‘third time’s the charm’ to the test, having first appeared in 2010 alongside his mate Mark. The tradesmen returned as All-Stars in 2013, however, Mark was rushed to hospital mid-season due to a health scare, and later substituted for gardening expert Dale Vine (who was given 24 hours notice to leave his landscaping business and get on The Block. Sound familiar??)
“Now according to my mathematics, which I’ve worked out, it’s 118 years experience,” Scotty said of their combined years of building experience. If they were competing, it would be safe to assume they’d have it in the bag then, right? (Especially against Ankur and Sharon who had zilch renovating cred).
But Scotty was the first to admit that he had “been a good bloke” throughout the season, offering up his trades to teams in need, even when it meant he wouldn’t finish by tools down. And of course he had his kelpie Frankie by his side, following him wherever he went (even into Beaumont Tiles and Mitre 10).
For the most part, Scotty — and let’s be real, his team — kept up with the contestants. And each week he hosted the teams for dinner, giving them the opportunity to see inside his rooms and, more often than not, be inspired by what he’d done.
See the best rooms from Scotty Cam’s house on The Block
The kitchen
Even taking into account the beautiful dark joinery, brick floors laid in a herringbone style, and clever TV-mirror, it was without a doubt the custom Christian Cole island bench with a built-in butcher’s block that prompted the most “wows” in Scotty Cam’s kitchen. We mean, just wow. Is there a better way to exemplify modern country luxe?
The main ensuite
We’re not sure whether Scotty was inspired by some of the contestant’s bathroom designs or if it was the other way round, but the basin, square shower tiles and painted blue panelling in this space was almost smack-bang to what was delivered to the judge’s in some of the homes just up the hill. Either way, we love it.
The walls of Scotty’s guest bedroom are painted in Dulux Clay Pipe while the architraves and trims are Dulux Blissful White. (Photo: Nine)
The guest bedroom
We’re not sure what we love more — the bold use of colour or the choice to style antiques in this space. Oh, or the beautiful Robert Gordon wall light. This might have also been the first time we saw the stunning carved oak and rattan bedhead from Provincial Home Living on the season, but as you know, it most certainly wasn’t the last.
The smart choice of a moody wine-coloured velvet coverlet, avoids an overly sweet palette and plays host to a plush corduroy Miffy in Scotty’s guest bedroom. (Photo: Nine)
The kid’s bedroom
Scotty’s kids’ bedroom was wrapped in a pretty pink pinstripe wallpaper and dressed with playful posters sourced from local homewares haven, Kabinett. Textured bamboo and wood bedside tables were topped with a pair of fun wavy lamps and nestled against a softly cushioned custom velvet bedhead from The Block Shop.
Imagine being curled up in this cosy bedroom watching your favourite movie (on the mirror!) with the ope fireplace crackling away beneath. Yes, please! The antique meat cabinet in the corner is from Circa Antiques & Collectables in Kyneton. (Photo: Nine)
The main bedroom
Dulux’s ‘Harpoon’ was splashed across the original panelled walls of the weatherboard home, providing a luxe country look. Antiques from nearby Kyneton added a charm to the space, while arguably the best way to camouflage your TV came in the form of a statement Victorian Arched TV-Mirror (yes, that’s a television and a mirror) by FRAMING TO A T over a working fireplace.
Scotty cleverly dressed up a simple walnut timber bed base with luxe L&M Home bedding and a rattan-look bed head. (Photo: Nine)
The main bedroom
Cosy, country styling and antique finds makes this bedroom feel chic but lived in.
An elevated spa at one end of the swimming pool offers the perfect place to take in the views. (Photo: Nine)
The garden and pool
Well, we wouldn’t mind hanging out around this swimming pool in Scotty’s backyard, under the shade of some beautiful mature trees. A glass pool fence ensures you can see the landscaping and beautifully restored cottage exterior at all times, while two frilled outdoor umbrellas provide the perfect spot to take in the views. And don’t get us started on the elevated spa.
The bench seat in front of the fire is from Provincial Home Living. The black and rattan armchairs are Black Mango. (Photo: Nine)
The living room
Centred by a beautiful wood-burning fireplace with a repurposed timber mantel, Scotty’s open-plan living room is all kinds of cosy. Plenty of the pieces were salvaged from antique and second-hand stores in the neighbouring towns, and were cleverly styled to create three distinct zones in the large space.
Christian Cole also made the beautiful dining table, designed for big country dinners. Floor is Manhatten Chelsea Facings from PGH Bricks. Dining chairs, Provincial Home Living. (Photo: Nine)
The dining room
Connected to the living room, this dining space screams understated elegance, with the large Christian Cole dining table and the rustic brick floor.
