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‘I’ve never fallen in love with a house before’: The letter that won them their dream home
Persistence pays off in securing their long-loved Little River dream home.
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A unique former hospital in Little River, built in 1925, is for sale. The current owners, Nicola Shirlaw and artist Simon van der Sluijs, acquired their dream home through persistence after leaving a letter for the previous owners years after they first fell in love with it.
The historic property retains character features, including a former morgue now used for storage. It includes a separate artist's studio and sits on a large, sunny, elevated section, offering beautiful gardens and community connection.
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The long hallway was the first feature that grabbed Shirlaw. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
The main living area is bright and open. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
There’s a lot of history here. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
Some work has been done on the kitchen. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
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A pretty impressive pantry. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
There are four bedrooms. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
Upstairs offers a few possibilities. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
The studio was a project for the couple. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
Van der Sluijs uses it as his work space. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
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The couple love the garden. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
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