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‘We've loved every minute of it’: They spent a decade transforming this historic home

After 10 years restoring Chisholm House, a Dunedin family is ready to pass on the historic home.

Alan Granville
Last updated: 9 October 2026 | 3 min read
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After a decade of meticulous restoration, the historic Chisholm House in Roslyn, Dunedin, is on the market. The current owners lovingly updated the grand 8-bedroom home, originally renovated by architects Mandeno and Fraser, while preserving its unique character.

The extensive project included rewiring and cosmetic updates. The home features large, light-filled rooms, sunrooms with harbour views, and surprising energy efficiency. The owners are relocating, offering a rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved piece of Dunedin history.

She’s a grand dame. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

The height markings of generations of children are inside a wardrobe. Photo: SUPPLIED

Character features remain. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

An ornate fireplace. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

The home is 590sqm. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

One of the sunrooms. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

Any one for billiards?. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

The kitchen has been updated. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

There are up to eight bedrooms. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

The total land area is 1079m². Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

The glasshouse in the garden. Photo: BAYLEYS/TRADE ME

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