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‘We wanted to show off’: He built his own Lockwood home to prove what it could do
Former Lockwood boss Joe La Grouw’s 648sqm Rotorua home, built to showcase the company’s designs, is now on the market.
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Former Lockwood Homes boss Joe La Grouw is selling his personal Rotorua residence, built over 40 years ago to showcase the company's design capabilities.
This expansive 648sqm home in Kawaha Point features stunning lake views, impressive cathedral ceilings, and a signature double-sided fireplace. The property also includes an art gallery and extensive, low-maintenance gardens with sculptures.
Described as a "great party house," its versatile layout is suitable for a large family or could be operated as a lodge.
Stonework in the impressive entrance. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Now THAT is a feature. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
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The scale of the rooms are impressive. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Plenty of space. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Joe La Grouw Snr, left, with then-Prime Minister Helen Clark and Joe La Grouw Jnr in 2006. Photo: Phil Campbell / Rotorua Review
A new kitchen was added. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
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How much space does one need in the bathroom?. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
One of six bedrooms. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Jo-Anne and Joe in 2011. Photo: Diana Barnes
The property has played host to countless events. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
Your very own jetty. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
It's the first time the house has come up for sale. Photo: RAY WHITE/TRADE ME
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