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Iconic Dilworth Terrace home belonging to Grand Designs stars for sale

Dilworth Terrace is a distinctive piece of Auckland’s architectural history.

Kylie Klein Nixon
Last updated: 2 December 2025 | 3 min read
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A unique home at 3 Dilworth Terrace in Parnell, owned by recent Grand Designs NZ stars Rosemarie and Matthew Dunning, is now for sale. This property is one of eight iconic Heritage NZ Category 1 listed Edwardian homes famously restored by architect Don Ellison.

The three-bedroom residence features generous living spaces, private gardens, and a "London mews" atmosphere with sea views. It's an ideal opportunity for architecture lovers, families, or downsizers seeking a historic city home.

Rosemarie Dunning at 3 Dilworth Terrace, in Parnell. She has called the vintage house home since 2017.

Dilworth Terrace, not long after it was completed - the image is from Heritage NZ’s files.

Dilworth Terrace is a distinctive piece of Auckland’s architectural history.

The scale of the rooms is something the owners love.

The formal dining room opens onto the terrace, and includes several vintage architectural features, such as the fireplace, and ceiling.

The home has three bedrooms.

The garden is like a painting for owner Rosemarie Dunning.

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