Tired of the same old, same old? Here’s a property that’s distinctly individual: circa 1980 architectural design with corresponding quirky imperfections and sparks of genuine flair and orginality. Built of superior materials – waterproof bricks and timber weatherboards – with superb living spaces, and opportunity to improve. Tidy, original kitchen; classic tongue-and-groove ceilings and timber joinery; split level design; upstairs master suite with wide views – all just a short stroll from Rothesay Bay shops and beach. First home buyers, executive couples and those with an eye for funky design should apply.

Open to View on Saturday and Sunday 12:30 – 1:00 pm

Auction on site Sunday 22nd April at 2:00pm

I love these homes and it was a real pleasure to find another. They showcase New Zealand architectural innovation in the mid 20th century. The architect here is James Hackman from 1966. The home hugs the contour of the hill and is oriented to the north to take advantage of the outdoor living. This one has a carport and has a Frank Lloyd Wright feel.

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East Meets West - Architect Designed Home in Dairy Flat

This fine example of mid-20th Century modernist architecture, designed by highly regarded local architect Rolly Adams, owned by the same family for many years, is now for sale. Built in 1968 on its original site at Mairangi Bay beach, it has recently been relocated as the beach site was targeted by the local council for public recreation space. The home now enjoys a completely different setting – 3.2 acres of gently rolling land in the equestrian and lifestyle mecca of Dairy Flat. Placed in this new environment, the home appears a little imposing with its skin of black cedar and white trim. Extensive planting of native shrubs, grasses and specimen trees will mature over the next few years to  effect a softer landscape to nestle the structure.

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