Davinna McCall’s ex Matthew Robertson has bought a new £975,00 home – in the first sign that he has moved on following the split.
The former television host, 49, has secured a four-bedroom home in Frant, east Sussex, which is just three miles from the former family home in Wadhurst.
The property boasts an open plan kitchen, a bedroom with its own balcony, as well as a spacious garden with views of the rolling countryside.
However, Matthew – who owns his own adventure travel company – appears to be planning a Grand Designs-style makeover for the property, proposing to build a large two-storey extension at the back of the house.
It comes just months after it was reported that Davina is set to hand her ex £2.5million in the hopes of getting a speedy divorce.
Insiders suggested she would be splitting profits from the sale of her 37-acre home with Matthew, which they bought for £3.2million.
Davina McCall’s estranged husband Matthew Robertson has bought a new £975,000 house in Frant, east Sussex
![The four-bedroom house (above) is located just three miles from his former marital home](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5E7300000578-5935503-image-a-22_1532093981794.jpg)
The four-bedroom house (above) is located just three miles from his former marital home
![The property, which Robertson bought two months ago, includes a stunning open plan kitchen (above)](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5E8B00000578-5935503-image-a-23_1532093986626.jpg)
The property, which Robertson bought two months ago, includes a stunning open plan kitchen (above)
Matthew has submitted a planning application to the council to build an extension at the back of the house to create a larger open plan living space, a snug room, and three additional ensuites.
He is also planning a loft conversion to create ‘useable living and study space’ in the eaves of the property, which is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty and a conservation area.
In addition, the former Pet Rescue presenter wants to build a new porch to create a larger and brighter entrance way.
His new home was put on the market with estate agents Savills last summer. Neighbours confirmed that Matthew bought the house two months ago, but has not yet moved in.
![Despite the impressive living space, Robertson is planning to build a large two-storey extension at the back of the property](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5F6C00000578-5935503-image-a-24_1532093988206.jpg)
Despite the impressive living space, Robertson is planning to build a large two-storey extension at the back of the property
![The property also includes a stunning garden, which boasts views of the countryside surrounding it](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5F8A00000578-5935503-image-a-26_1532094000106.jpg)
The property also includes a stunning garden, which boasts views of the countryside surrounding it
![The new two-storey extension at the back of the house (above) will create a larger open plan living space, a snug room, and three additional ensuites](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5F5D00000578-5935503-image-a-25_1532093991047.jpg)
The new two-storey extension at the back of the house (above) will create a larger open plan living space, a snug room, and three additional ensuites
![The impressive extension (above) will be clad with trendy zinc panels, with one section covered in timber. Pictured is the an architect's sketch of the proposed extension](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6FF15200000578-5935503-The_impressive_extension_above_will_be_clad_with_trendy_zinc_pan-a-32_1532094965526.jpg)
The impressive extension (above) will be clad with trendy zinc panels, with one section covered in timber. Pictured is the an architect’s sketch of the proposed extension
In the application, his planning agent explained how the aim is to create a ‘lighter and more open-feeling modern family home.’
He added: ‘There is no impact on neighbouring properties by way of overshadowing, overbearing, or loss of privacy and the resultant house is entirely proportionate to its plot.’
The proposed extension at the back of the property will house a new kitchen and is designed to make the most of the views.
The master bedroom will also be extended, with the new two-storey extension also allowing the room for three new ensuites to be added.
![Davina and Matthew (pictured in 2011) announced they were separating after 17 years of marriage last November](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/05D078D2000003E8-5935503-image-m-34_1532095106856.jpg)
Davina and Matthew (pictured in 2011) announced they were separating after 17 years of marriage last November
![The couple, who have four children together, married in a romantic ceremony in Eastnor near Ledbury in 2000](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/0C22603D000005DC-5935503-image-a-35_1532095198257.jpg)
The couple, who have four children together, married in a romantic ceremony in Eastnor near Ledbury in 2000
The extension will be clad with trendy zinc panels, along with a section featuring timber cladding.
Planners at Wealden Council are expected to make a decision next month and there have been no objections from neighbours so far.
Davina confirmed her split with Robertson following 17 years of marriage last November.
In a statement, she said: ‘I am very sad to say that Matthew and I have separated.
![The house, which was put on the market last summer, also has an impressive entrance way](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5F7800000578-5935503-image-a-28_1532094007304.jpg)
The house, which was put on the market last summer, also has an impressive entrance way
![In the application, Robertson's planning agent said the extension would make the most of the views of the surrounding countryside](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/newpix/2018/07/20/14/4E6E5F9300000578-5935503-image-a-29_1532094138199.jpg)
In the application, Robertson’s planning agent said the extension would make the most of the views of the surrounding countryside
‘Our amazing children are our number one priority, above everything else so therefore we ask for as much space and respect from the media as possible while our family goes through this difficult time.’
She has put the former marital home up for sale for £6.25million and was reported to be set to hand over £2.5million to her estranged husband for a quick divorce.
However, Davina later denied the claims about her divorce settlement on Twitter.
The property sits on a sprawling country estate of 38 acres and boasts six bedrooms, a tennis court and swimming pool.
The couple have four children together: Holly, 16, Tilly, 14, and 11-year-old Chester.
MailOnline has contacted a representative of Davina and Matthew. Wealden Council said a decision on the planning application is expected in the next three weeks.