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The secret mansions of Lower Hutt
Lower Hutt is not a city you immediately associate with mansions. You would, however, be wrong - it’s full of them.
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Contrary to its suburban image, Lower Hutt is home to numerous hidden mansions, historically built as country homes for Wellington's elite.
The article highlights several unique properties for sale:
- A renovated 1912 villa in Belmont
- The sprawling Woodroyd Estate in Kelson
- A glamorous Deco-style home in Eastbourne
These listings reveal the surprising architectural diversity and luxury available in the Hutt Valley, from historic estates to modernised manors with unique features and significant land.
Anson House is one of the many mansion house hidden away in Lower Hutt - but not one of its secrets.
This historic Home in Lower Hutt is visible from the street - so not really a secret.
Belmont
This historic home could be one of the oldest in Belmont.
The enclosed conservatory is now a music room.
The nursery is in the room to the right off the master bedroom, the manrobe is on the left.
The home has a large, flat garden, despite being up on a hill.
Kelson
The Grande Lawn at the Woodroyd Estate.
The living room has been given the Olde English Pub treatment.
Inside one of the cosy cottages on the estate.
Lowry Bay
This mansion in Eastbourne feels like stepping back to the 30s.
The home has five double bedrooms.
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