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They bought a rundown church in a tiny town. Now it's time for an emotional goodbye
A restored 1876 Ahaura church home is for sale, ending a family's 13-year renovation journey.
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A unique, renovated 1876 church home in Ahaura on the West Coast is for sale after a 13-year transformation. The historic St Andrews Anglican Church has been fully modernized while respecting its original character.
Upgrades include a new roof, wiring, plumbing, and a modern kitchen with a mezzanine bedroom. The property also features two renovated World War II cabins, providing extra space for a studio or games room. The owners are selling to focus on their new life in Reefton.
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A modern kitchen was added. Photo: HARCOURTS/TRADE ME
Interior transformation
The building has also been rewired, replumbed, repiled and fitted with a new roof. A restored church interior combining heritage charm with modern living, featuring timber details, a contemporary kitchen, mezzanine bedroom and unique character features.
Many of the original windows were kept. Photo: HARCOURTS/TRADE ME
The mezzanine level has room for a queen-sized bed and two bunks. Photo: HARCOURTS/TRADE ME
The covered deck. Photo: HARCOURTS/TRADE ME
Cabin transformation
Two WWII-era cabins were transformed into stylish spaces, with insulation, new cladding and roofing, becoming a beauty studio and family games room.
St Andrews Anglican Church in Ahaura. Photo: HARCOURTS/TRADE ME
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