{"id":687538,"date":"2026-07-12T11:20:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-12T11:20:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/687538\/"},"modified":"2026-07-12T11:20:16","modified_gmt":"2026-07-12T11:20:16","slug":"inside-stacey-solomon-and-joe-swashs-pickle-cottage-as-they-move-out-after-tough-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/687538\/","title":{"rendered":"Inside Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash’s Pickle Cottage as they move out after ‘tough time’"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\n\t\tJoe Swash and Stacey Solomon apparently have their sights set on a brand new home (Picture: Jeff Spicer\/BAFTA\/Getty Images for BAFTA)<\/p>\n

Stacey Solomon<\/a> and Joe Swash<\/a> are reportedly preparing to say goodbye to the Essex home that has defined the last five years of their lives.<\/p>\n

According to reports, the couple has found a new renovation project just a short distance from Pickle Cottage<\/a>, with the sprawling estate said to feature eight bedrooms, 30 acres of land, a swimming pool, and even its own lake.<\/p>\n

The move is thought to offer far more than just extra space for their growing family. A source told the Mirror<\/a> that it\u2019s about new beginnings. <\/p>\n

\u2018It\u2019s a fresh start,\u2019 the source said. \u2018Pickle Cottage has been a place where Stacey and Joe\u2019s relationship has been up and down.\u2019<\/p>\n

The couple moved into the home<\/a>, which features an incredible 2.5 acres of land, in 2021 and quickly decided to name it after their son Rex, who is often referred to as Pickle.<\/p>\n

Former X Factor star Stacey revealed at the time that the property \u2018needed some TLC\u2019 and that they were set to invest in some home renovations.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey and Joe were overjoyed at the purchase of the sprawling property in 2021 (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

\u2018The house needs lots of love and TLC which I cannot wait to show to you. But Pickle Cottage is going to be ours and we cannot wait,\u2019 the presenter said after the big purchase.<\/p>\n

Stacey quickly got to work overhauling the home and sharing glimpses of her renovations on social media, telling fans: \u2018I definitely don\u2019t tell myself often enough, how proud I am of all of the love and hard work I\u2019ve put into Pickle Cottage.<\/p>\n

\u2018Not a day has gone by for the last year I haven\u2019t worked my little bum off doing whatever I could to make this special house our home.\u2019<\/p>\n

Some of the renovations included an incredible \u00a3900 makeover of son Rex\u2019s bedroom, which featured an animal theme throughout.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tThe new property reportedly has a pool like Pickle Cottage (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

Known for doing things on a budget, Stacey included animal wallpaper, a flat-screen TV, an art desk, and repainted fireplace.<\/p>\n

One room that Stacey admitted could spark some controversy, however, is her stunning kitchen, which she opted to paint completely black.<\/p>\n

She told fans at the time: \u2018The kitchen is now black. I just went for it! It is the last f**k it year after all. So here she is. Let me know what you think! Or don\u2019t if you hate it. I actually didn\u2019t realise how much cosier and just all around prettier painting it black would be.<\/p>\n

\u2018I was worried it might be harsh and dark but it feels so much more homely and actually feels brighter! I loved the white but omg this is special! So glad I just went for it!\u2019<\/p>\n

Stacey has also used a number of budget items to add her own touch to the property, from an \u00a311.99 flower garland in her renovated purple conservatory to a number of purse-friendly Dunelm homeware items throughout.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey and Joe have spent a lot of time and money fixing up Pickle Cottage (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey has made a number of renovations throughout the property, including totally redoing multiple bathrooms (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

Things are no different in the garden of the home too, where Stacey is a proud owner of an incredible pond for her pet ducks, Daisy, Daphne, and Delphine.<\/p>\n

However, Stacey revealed that she isn\u2019t always keen to show off the huge swimming pool in the garden, stating that she fears the content isn\u2019t relatable to her fans.<\/p>\n

She remarked: \u2018So many of you asking to see the tiles. But I know this is the most unrelatable content ever, so I\u2019m sorry. I do cringe sharing it. I almost feel embarrassed for some reason.\u2019<\/p>\n

It comes after Joe and Stacey\u00a0revealed that their six children won\u2019t be inheriting their huge \u00a36,500,000 fortune.<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2018They\u2019re going to have their own lives and they need to have their own dreams, careers and that doesn\u2019t come from us giving them everything. It\u2019s a constant battle,\u2019 she told\u00a0the Mirror.<\/a><\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey has built an incredible enclosure for her pet ducks (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey\u2019s very pink utility room at Pickle Cottage (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey has added her own personal touches throughout the property (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

The home has hosted many major milestones since the couple moved in. Stacey won a National Television Award while living there, the pair tied the knot in the garden in July 2022, and it became home to their children Zachary, 16, Leighton, 12, Rex, five, Rose, three, and two-year-old Belle<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

It also served as the backdrop for much of their BBC<\/a> reality series Stacey & Joe<\/a>, giving viewers an unusually candid glimpse into family life behind closed doors.<\/p>\n

However, the property has also become linked with months of speculation surrounding the state of the couple\u2019s marriage.<\/a><\/p>\n

Rumours intensified earlier this year after Stacey was photographed without her wedding ring, although she later dismissed claims there was trouble between the pair.<\/p>\n

Appearing on the Sort Your Life Out Unpacked podcast<\/a>, she insisted outside speculation had no impact on their relationship.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tIt\u2019s said to have plenty of space for the couple\u2019s five children (Picture: Tristan Fewings\/Getty Images for Hamleys)<\/p>\n

\u2018Who cares if the whole world is like, \u201cOh, they\u2019re on the brink of divorce<\/a>\u201d,\u2019 she said. \u2018Being in the public eye creates certain pressures, but not on our relationship. If we know it\u2019s not true, who cares?\u2019<\/p>\n

She added that their marriage is much like anyone else\u2019s.<\/p>\n

\u2018Sometimes I fancy the pants off him and can\u2019t wait to come home to see him. Sometimes I\u2019m like, \u201cGet out of my stratosphere \u2013 stay away from me.\u201d I think we\u2019re just like any other couple.\u2019<\/p>\n

According to the publication, Joe also believes leaving Pickle Cottage behind could help them move on emotionally.<\/p>\n

The source claimed he feels the property has brought \u2018bad luck\u2019, with the couple hoping a new family home will represent a more positive chapter.<\/p>\n

The reported new purchase is also said to appeal to Stacey\u2019s well-known love of DIY <\/a>and home renovations.<\/p>\n

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\n\t\tStacey is likely to bring her DIY flair to the new house (Picture: Instagram)<\/p>\n

\u2018This house needs a bit of love and work to make it the absolute dream home where they can make new memories,\u2019 another source told The Sun.<\/p>\n

The couple share children Rex, Rose and Belle together, while Stacey is also mum to Zachary and Leighton, and Joe shares son Harry from a previous relationship.<\/p>\n

If the move goes ahead, fans may not have to wait long to see the transformation. <\/p>\n

The third series of Stacey & Joe is due to air later this summer, and reports suggest cameras are expected to follow the family as they renovate their latest project.<\/p>\n

After years of sharing every makeover, decorating challenge, and family milestone at Pickle Cottage, it appears the next chapter could be beginning at an entirely new address.<\/p>\n

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\nMORE: EastEnders star sister of Joe Swash pregnant with second baby<\/a><\/p>\n


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