Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky's extravagant $50million Byron Bay mansion is displaying surprising signs of wear and tear, appearing dramatically different from the pristine retreat it once represented just years after completion.
Visible Signs of Weathering on Luxury Estate
Exclusive photographs obtained by the Daily Mail reveal patches of moss gradually creeping up sections of the exterior walls of the lavish property that the 42-year-old action star and his 49-year-old wife call home. The images show dirt and grime visible on several surfaces, while fallen leaves have accumulated along walls and outdoor areas, giving portions of the luxurious residence an unexpectedly weathered appearance.
Rust has begun forming on some of the mansion's metal fixtures, with small streaks visible around railings and fittings, highlighting the impact of the coastal climate on the expansive property. Despite its impressive scale and design, the shopping centre-sized estate clearly isn't immune to the natural elements.
The Property's Impressive Features
The couple, who live in the mansion with their three children, completed the property in 2021, and its value has skyrocketed since construction finished. The luxury home boasts stunning Pacific Ocean views and includes:
- Six sizeable bedrooms
- Indoor and outdoor gymnasiums
- A media room and spa
- A bowling alley
- An Olympic-length 50-metre infinity pool
The spectacular infinity pool has particularly captured fans' attention, with many remarking that it "goes on forever" and creates an optical illusion where it's difficult to distinguish where the pool ends and the ocean begins. The pool alone is estimated to have cost approximately $500,000 to construct.
The Couple's Decision to Relocate
In previous interviews, both Hemsworth and Pataky have explained their decision to relocate to Australia from Los Angeles, where they previously resided. Elsa told News Corp that they found LA too "restricting," noting that "when you're in LA, work suffocates you."
Byron Bay provided a welcome escape from the constant industry chatter that dominates life in the City of Angels. Chris echoed this sentiment in a 2020 interview with Modern Luxury, stating that while he loves acting, being constantly surrounded by the industry becomes "a bit suffocating."
The actor added that Byron Bay offered a calmer environment in which to raise their children - daughter India and twin boys Sasha and Tristan. The recently revealed photographs serve as a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse of one of Australia's most high-profile homes, demonstrating that even celebrity mansions worth tens of millions remain subject to nature's relentless effects.
