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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 for the Royal Wellington Golf Club in Heretaunga, Upper Hutt, is now for sale. Extensively renovated by firms including Athfield Architects, the property is now a nearly 500m² manor-style home on a 1746m² section.
Listed by Harcourts Upper Hutt, it features:
- 6+ bedrooms and five living areas
- A separate "west wing" for multigenerational living
- A pool house and park-like grounds
This landmark residence is ideal for large families seeking heritage and modern luxury.
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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