This historic, 4 bedroomed house on a 1000m2 section known as 'Duncan House' was for sale on TradeMe in October by negotiation (valuation of $430,000).
It was described:
- It is the oldest Homestead in the Manawatu being built for the 1st European settler Rev Duncan.
- 1 hour 45 min from Wellington & 30 min from Palm/Nth. 5 min to the best beaches in NZ and 2 min to town.
- The property comes with several lawn areas and trees that bring the Tuis.
- The local college is just down the drive and accross the street, with primary 1 block, RSA i block, Race Track and Squash Courts 4 blocks.
- The house has been a home for the minister, a school, a restaurant, a wedding/function venue and now a residence again.
- Large 9m by 9m lounge with wood burner, separate toilet off lounge, library/office, 4 bedrooms, huge master with walkin closet, and ensuite with shower and separate old iron clawfoot bath.
- Upstairs is a 2nd lounge area with two bedrooms, bathroom with shower and access to balcony.
- Lots of storage as well.Wrap around veranda with a nearby pergola for BBQs.
- Breakfast on the front deck with the morning sun and tea on the west side deck with the setting sun.