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Bought sight unseen on Mum's advice: Saying goodbye to a beloved beachfront home after 33 years
Bought sight unseen on his mother's recommendation, Richard Wilkie reflects as he says goodbye to his coastal home.
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After 33 years, a historic 1907 Edwardian villa on Sumner Esplanade is for sale. Originally a holiday home for Charles Morris of Quill Morris, the property was extensively renovated following the Canterbury earthquakes.
The ambitious restoration, designed by architect Alun Wilkie, included re-piling, re-cladding, and adding a contemporary rear extension. Now fully insulated with a restored tile roof, this unique beachfront home offers a premium lifestyle, with the current owners now downsizing.
The floor area is 291m².
Original features remain.
Beach views.
There are five bedrooms.
Pop of colour in the kitchen
The extension won architectural and Master Builder awards.
The basement cellar.
Plenty of outdoor decking.
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