Explore
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.
AI summary
After 33 years, a historic Edwardian villa on the Sumner Esplanade is for sale. The current owner famously purchased the property sight unseen on his mother's recommendation while living overseas.
Following the Canterbury earthquakes, the home underwent an extensive, high-spec restoration and gained a contemporary rear extension designed by architect Alun Wilkie. The project included re-piling, full insulation, and a restored Marseille tile roof. Now downsizing, the owners are selling this unique blend of classic and modern living.
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.
Author
Discover More
'We never treated it like a fancy mansion': Grand on the outside, beloved family home on the inside
A grand Gisborne home has been a much-loved family base for 14 years, with its next chapter now up for auction.
The two policies that could shake up the property market after the election
Election uncertainty could slow spring property sales as two major tax policies come into focus.
Search
Other articles you might like
