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'Budgets ruin dreams': Gibbston Valley heritage villa gets a lavish makeover
The house is set among the vines with views of the popular Gibbston Valley.

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A stunning 1906 heritage villa in Gibbston Valley is for sale after a lavish, "budgets ruin dreams" makeover. Originally from Christchurch, the home was relocated and has been luxuriously updated by its current owners.
The renovation added a high-end ensuite with Swarovski crystal taps and Ralph Lauren lighting. This four-bedroom property also features multiple fireplaces and a unique wine cellar. Viewing their role as stewardship, the owners are reluctantly selling to move overseas, with the listing handled by Bayleys.
The villa was built in 1906 and originally located in the Christchurch suburb of Sumner.
The couple were keen to highlight the home's original features.
The ensuite and bath are a particular highlight.
The villa is toasty warm in the winter.
The kitchen space is stylishly decorated in neutrals with dark colour accents.
The house has a 301m² floor plan.
A surprise under the kitchen - the wine cellar.
The home is surrounded by vines.
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