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Masterpiece from Middle-earth, unique home on market for first time in 30 years
Brian Cooper built the home for his wife Karen, as a gift for her birthday
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For the first time in 30 years, a unique, handcrafted home in Golden Bay is on the market. Built by woodworker Brian Cooper, the property was once home to the successful Weka Workshop gallery.
The rustic, renovated house features hand-carved timber and bespoke furniture. The 0.84ha section includes a productive food forest, a workshop, and a former gallery, offering potential for a business or extended family. Listed with Billy Kerrisk of Ray White, it's ideal for creative buyers.
Brian and Karen Cooper at home in their Golden Bay property, Weka Workshop
The home is full of Brian Cooper’s hand-hewn work.
One of Brian’s monumental pieces of furniture.
The bathroom feels like a Scandinavian sauna.
The gallery and workshop are nestled into the bush.
The gallery could be converted into a residence, or re-opened as a gallery.
The studio Cooper built for Karen
There’s also a sleep-out.
The property is packed with rustic charm.
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