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Former greenkeeper’s cottage from late 1800s selling
Silverstream - landmark greenkeeper's cottage in Upper Hutt listed

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A historic former greenkeeper's cottage in Heretaunga, Upper Hutt, is for sale for the first time in 20 years. Originally for the Royal Wellington Golf Club, the property is now a grand 500m² residence on a 1746m² section.
The home features 6+ bedrooms, five living areas, and a separate "west wing" ideal for multigenerational living. Renovated over the years by firms including Athfield Architects, the property also boasts a pool and is listed by Harcourts Upper Hutt.
Various extensions and renovations have added a huge family living area that opens out to a pool. On the right of the house is the west wing, which has rooms above the garage.
There’s a wide formal entry hall with living areas off both sides.
And this is the formal living room off to the left of the entry hall. Polished floorboards have a patina acquired over centuries.
This is the study, lined with shelving. Dark-painted walls help to create a sense of intimacy.
The informal family living space has all-day sun and an easy flow to the outdoors.
And the kitchen is large enough to cater to a crowd.
There are distinct references to the past in the kitchen design, with cabinets that resemble pieces of furniture.
Bedrooms are large, with leafy outlooks.
And the outdoor living area has enough space for several separate seating areas.
The covered pool extends the months of swimming.
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