Disgraced TV chef Pete Evans promotes lavish one-bedroom rainforest holiday pad through messaging app

Disgraced celebrity chef Pete Evans has used messenger app Telegram to promote a luxury Airbnb.

The former My Kitchen Rules judge, 51, is pushing his lavish Byrrill Creek property via Telegram to take advantage of the summer holiday period.

Located in the rainforest, 62 km from Byron Bay, this cozy bush retreat sleeps two guests and features one bedroom and one bathroom.

Two nights in the beautiful two-story abode will set vacationers back an eye-watering $1,732.95, including Airbnb fees.

Pete, who was banned from social media during the Covid crisis for his controversial views, linked his ownership to his 41.8k subscribers in a Telegram ad.

“Our Airbnb is available for bookings during November-January for short-term adventures,” he revealed.

The getaway, which has received five-star reviews from vacationers, includes luxurious amenities including an infrared spa, magnesium pool, ice bath and hot tub.

It also features a fantastic kitchen, large entertainment deck and al fresco dining area, making it the perfect getaway for a luxury couple.

“Harmonize to the tune of nature in this unique and tranquil home,” the Airbnb description promises.

‘Surrounded by lush ancient wilderness, this private home is a sanctuary for anyone who wants to delve into the symphony of the forest.’

Pete and his wife Nicola also recently put their nearby Byrrill Creek wellness resort, Evolve Sanctuary, up for sale.

The couple put the lavish spread on the market ten months ago in January and reportedly found a buyer, but it appears the property is still for sale.

The couple purchased the 7.9-acre boutique in 2020 for $1 million, but the sale price was not disclosed.

Pete was said to be close to signing a deal after finding a buyer, but it appears it hasn’t been finalized yet, according to The Daily Telegraph.

Under the listing, potential buyers were given the opportunity to operate the existing sanctuary under a lease agreement.

Pete launched ‘lenten retreats’ at the center shortly after he and his wife bought it four years ago and recently launched a bizarre promotion for the venue this week.

Seeming a far cry from his days as a clean-cut TV star, Pete took to Instagram to share a video of himself shirtless in his car.

In the clip, he showed off his long blonde mullet as he advertised the cooking retreat, the women’s retreat and a five-day Lent retreat from his car.

The Evolve Sanctuary website is advertising tickets to the Lenten retreat for $2,250 per person, with the January option already sold out.

“Join Pete for a 5-day juice, water and broth fast in a beautiful rainforest setting to ring in the new year,” the website says.

“Are you actually selling your house?” one fan asked.

“It’s on the market, but we do retreats,” Pete replied.

Evolve Sanctuary, currently owned by Pete and Nicole, is located an hour’s drive inland between Byron Bay and Coolangatta.

Pete, once a minor movie star, has been virtually forgotten in recent years, following a series of controversies stemming from his belief in anti-vaxxer conspiracy theories.

After being banned from several mainstream social media sites, Pete now communicates with his fanbase via Telegram, an encrypted messaging app often used by conspiracy theorists to publicize their beliefs.

In May 2020, it was announced that Pete had parted ways with Channel Seven after 10 years as a judge on MKR alongside Manu Feildel.

It effectively marked his break from the mainstream after years of flirting with unusual ideas during his tenure at the network.

Free from the contractual constraints of mainstream television, Pete began expressing his non-scientific views on vaccines and the Covid-19 pandemic on social media.

However, in December 2020, he was kicked off Facebook for sharing false information.

Evans was also dropped by 15 sponsors and companies within 48 hours last November after posting a neo-Nazi meme on social media.