Newtown

This remarkably original villa offers an amazing opportunity to renovate in a prime location between the heart of the Aro Valley, with its iconic community and eateries, and the hub of the CBD. Rarely can you buy a substantial dwelling of this vintage that's ready to rejuvenate. Features include: - Five double-bedrooms, including two with north-facing bays and one with a loft bed with ladder "so perfect to restore as a magnificent family-sized character home or to redevelop for modern liv-ing - Abundant original features, complete with high, ornate timber ceilings, tiled fireplaces, and native timber floorboards and staircase. - Banquet-size living/dining room, with built-in cabinetry and a heat pump, which opens to a deck that steps down to a flat garden with natives. - Centrally located at the top end of Abel Smith Street close to Te Aro School and The Terrace, handy to the motorway, and within a short stroll of Victoria University and downtown. - On the doorstep of Aro Village, with everything to savour from its signature bakery, cafes and video store to the capital's pioneering craft brewery. Make no mistake " this is either a passion project or a chance to renew and capitalise on a location that's unbeatable for city living. Don't miss Sunday's viewing. Tender closes at 12pm, Thursday 14th November 2024 at 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington (will not be sold prior)