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Civic to sanctuary: four historic community buildings ready for a new chapter
Here are four unique historic community buildings currently listed on Trade Me Property.

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Four historic community buildings on Trade Me offer unique residential conversions, blending architectural soul with modern living potential.
- A restored 1864 Victorian hotel in Tasman with high-end finishes.
- The luxurious St Mary’s Church conversion on a lifestyle block in Waimate.
- An artistic, loft-style Masonic lodge in Lumsden with creative interiors.
- A grand 1910 Wyndham bank offering a blank canvas with its original bank vault.
These unique homes provide a rare opportunity to own a piece of NZ history.
The 1864 Victorian hotel: Brightwater, Tasman



The Gables has been beautifully restored and renovated.
St Mary’s Church: Makikihi, Waimate



The beautifully restored St Mary’s Church just south of Makikihi.
The Masonic lodge hall: Lumsden, Southland



Formerly the Masonic Lodge of Lumsden, this building retains original features and memorabilia.
The original town bank: Wyndham, Southland



Southland's Wyndham bank was proudly built in 1910 and retains much of its remarkable character today.
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