Michael Clarke moved into an $8million ‘bachelor pad’ in Bondi after splitting from his wife, Kyly, five months ago and leaving their $12million family home in Vaucluse.
The former Australian cricket captain, 38, hinted at their break-up last week when he shared a photo to Instagram of himself standing alone on the balcony of the sub-penthouse.
As he stared out at the beach, Michael added the hashtags ‘life’ and ‘love this place’.
It’s over! Michael Clarke (right) moved into an $8million ‘bachelor pad’ in Bondi after splitting from his wife, Kyly (left), five months ago and leaving their $12million family home in Vaucluse
Michael bought the Bondi apartment for $6million in 2009 from pal Anthony Bell.
It was then put on the market in August 2019 for around $8 million, before Michael moved into the place around a month later following his secret split from Kyly.
The stunning three bedroom property has floor-to-ceiling glass windows looking out over Bondi Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
‘Love this place’: The former Australian cricket captain shared a picture stood alone on the balcony of the sub-penthouse in Sydney to Instagram last week, hinting at their break-up
Luxury: Michael purchased the penthouse in 2009 for $6million from pal Anthony Bell, and then listed it for $8million in August 2019 before moving in a month later
It also boasts an enormous open plan living area, that’s flooded with natural light.
Two balconies connect to a sizable outdoor entertaining terrace, which is perfect for hosting parties or relaxed afternoons with friends and family.
Additionally, there’s a spacious kitchen, two bathrooms and a double garage.
Bachelor pad: The stunning three bedroom property has floor-to-ceiling glass windows looking out over Bondi Beach and the Pacific Ocean
Family time: It also boasts an enormous open plan living area, that’s flooded with natural light
Stunning: Two balconies connect to a sizable outdoor entertaining terrace, which is perfect for hosting parties or relaxed afternoons with friends and family
Michael and wife Kyly separated at least five months before announcing their split.
The former Australian cricket captain, 39, and his wife of seven years, 38, announced on Wednesday they’ve parted ways in a divorce estimated to be worth $40million.
The high-school sweethearts said in a joint statement the ‘amicable’ decision was ‘the best course’ for their four-year-old daughter Kelsey Lee.
The end: Michael and wife Kyly separated at least five months before announcing their split, following seven years of marriage
They have already agreed terms on their divorce – as well as arrangements to co-parent their daughter.
‘After living apart for some time, we have made the difficult decision to separate as a couple amicably,’ the statement issued to The Australian‘s Media Diary read.
‘With the greatest of respect for each other, we’ve come to the mutual conclusion that this is the best course for us to take while committed to the co-parenting of our daughter.’
Amicable: Michael and Kyle announced on Wednesday they’ve parted ways in a divorce estimated to be worth $40million. Pictured: Michael on December 05 in Sydney
The announcement has shocked the nation after Kyly told the Daily Mail in January 2019: ‘We’re not, never were and never will be splitting.’
Just eight months later, Michael is said to have moved out of their $12million marital home in Sydney’s Vaucluse.
Meanwhile, Kyly has continued to wear her wedding ring and pose for happy family photos in an effort to keep up appearances.
As recently as two days ago, she flaunted the sparkler in a photoshoot shared to her Instagram page.
United: The high school sweethearts said in a joint statement the ‘amicable’ decision was ‘the best course’ for their four-year-old daughter Kelsey Lee (pictured)
Mystery: The announcement has shocked the nation after Kyly told the Daily Mail in January 2019, ‘We’re not, never were and never will be splitting’