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The rather unusual reason the lounge in this historic villa needed an extension
A 121-year-old Epsom villa with a quirky billiard-table extension is ready for its fifth family.
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A historic 121-year-old villa at 153 St Andrews Road, Epsom, is for sale after 29 years with its current owner. The home, which has housed only four families, features a unique lounge extension with a fascinating backstory.
A previous owner, Captain Francis, once accepted a billiard table in lieu of wages. Finding the lounge too narrow to play, he had it extended. The property retains original character while incorporating modern updates, and is now ready for its fifth family.
Living room interior
A character-filled lounge with soaring ceilings, an original fireplace and a unique extension that gives the room extra space.
An original fireplace remains. Photo: RAY WHITE
Captain Francis and his family. Photo: SUPPLIED
The villa (bottom left) in 1920. Photo: JAMES DOUGLAS RICHARDSON, 3 SEPTEMBER 1920. AUCKLAND LIBRARIES HERITAGE COLLECTIONS 4-04692.
It was love at first sight for Margaret. Photo: RAY WHITE
The modern kitchen. Photo: RAY WHITE
There are four bedrooms. Photo: RAY WHITE
The land area is 824m². Photo: RAY WHITE
An office was later added. Photo: RAY WHITE
It’s been a great home for entertaining. Photo: RAY WHITE
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