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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.

Alan Granville
Last updated: 15 January 2026 | 3 min read
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A heritage villa in Gibbston Valley, originally from Christchurch, has received a lavish makeover. Moved after the 2011 earthquake, the 1906 home was updated by its owners with a luxe, hotel-like vibe.

Upgrades include a new ensuite with marble, Swarovski crystal taps, and Ralph Lauren lighting. The property also features three fireplaces and a unique wine cellar. The owners are reluctantly selling their "forever home" due to work opportunities in Australia.

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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