Boutique Homes charity home delivers $1 million donation to Cottage by the Sea
August 10, 2026
The Boutique Homes charity home in Armstrong Creek has delivered a $1 million donation to Cottage by the Sea.
Built by Boutique Homes, part of ABN Group, the four-bedroom home in Warralily Estate, Armstrong Creek was built to raise funds for Cottage by the Sea and its programs supporting children and young people.
Representatives from Boutique Homes, ABN Group and Cottage by the Sea came together on Monday, 10th August for a cheque presentation at Cottage by the Sea’s new Riptide facility, marking the $1 million donation.
The donation brings the total raised through ABN Group’s partnership with Cottage by the Sea to more than $2.6 million, following the success of a previous charity home in Point Lonsdale, which raised $1.68 million in 2022.
The project was made possible through the generous support of Warralily, which provided the Armstrong Creek land at a significantly discounted price, alongside the many supplier and trade partners who donated their time, expertise and products to help maximise the funds raised for Cottage by the Sea.
The funds raised will go towards Cottage by the Sea’s new Riptide facility. Cottage as a whole supports nearly 2,000 children a year, and the new building will create opportunities for an additional 700 children to experience its life-changing programs annually.
Boutique Homes Managing Director Aidan Hooper said the result was a proud moment for everyone involved in the project.
“To see this home sell and deliver a $1 million donation is incredibly special, and we’re so proud of what it means for Cottage by the Sea and the young people they support,” Mr Hooper says.
“This result brings the total raised through ABN Group’s partnership with Cottage by the Sea to more than $2.6 million, which is a huge milestone for both organisations.
“A lot of care went into this home – from our team, Warralily, our supplier partners and everyone who contributed along the way – and it’s wonderful to see that effort translate into such a meaningful outcome for the community.”
"To see this home sell and deliver a $1 million donation is incredibly special, and we’re so proud of what it means for Cottage by the Sea and the young people they support,”
Aiden Hooper, Boutique Homes Managing Director
Cottage by the Sea CEO Adam Wake said the donation would help the organisation reach more children and young people.
“This is an extraordinary result, and we’re deeply grateful to Boutique Homes, ABN Group and every person who played a part in bringing this project to life,” Mr Wake says.
“The funds raised will help us reach more children and young people on one of our life-changing programs, helping to reduce anxiety and increase confidence. Never more important that right now.
“For many of the children who visit Cottage by the Sea, those moments can stay with them for life. This contribution will help us create more of those opportunities, and we can’t thank everyone involved enough.”
"The funds raised will help us reach more children and young people on one of our life-changing programs, helping to reduce anxiety and increase confidence. Never more important that right now."
Adam Wake, Cottage by the Sea CEO
The home was designed for relaxed coastal living, featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms, multiple living zones, a sunken lounge, raked ceilings, a designer kitchen, private courtyard, pergola, firepit area and landscaped surrounds.
The home was brought to life with support from Surf Coast interior designer Prudence Oliveri, alongside Boutique Homes’ team, suppliers and project partners.
