Deadline sale closing 12pm Thursday, 8th October 2026 (no prior offers)
Cherished by its current family and filled with years of happy memories and wonderful stories, this much-loved 1900s villa is now ready for its next chapter. With lovely street presence, timeless villa charm and an abundance of potential, this is a home ready to be brought back to its former glory and enjoyed by another family for many years to come. The layout makes perfect sense for family living, with generous living spaces flowing effortlessly through to the private, sun-filled backyard, creating an easy connection between the home and outdoors. From the moment you step inside, there is an undeniable sense of character. The home retains some wonderful original villa features, giving it a warmth and personality that is becoming increasingly hard to find.
At the rear of the home, where you will spend much of your time, you'll find a level backyard that enjoys all-day sun and a lovely outlook. Private, spacious and incredibly family-friendly, there is plenty of room for the kids and pets to play, while still having ample space to sit back, relax and enjoy the sunshine.
There is also a fantastic courtyard area with direct access from the living and dining spaces, creating an easy connection between indoors and out and making entertaining and everyday family life wonderfully practical.
Tucked away at the rear of the home is a bonus additional space with plenty of flexibility. Whether you need a playroom for the kids, a work-from-home space, a hobby room or simply somewhere for everyone to spread out, this is a space that can adapt to whatever your family needs. You'll also find the laundry here, along with one of the home's two bathrooms.
The kitchen is a generous size and offers plenty of storage. While it is ready for a freshen-up, it is perfectly functional as it stands, giving you the option to enjoy the home as it is while you consider what the future might look like.
The large living room is a real focal point of the home, offering a great sense of space and plenty of room for the whole family to gather. From here, you flow through to a large formal dining room, or perhaps a second lounge, depending on how you choose to use the space. With the ability to separate the two rooms when required, there is so much flexibility here for modern family living.
Moving through the home, you'll be greeted by a beautiful wide central hallway, a classic feature of the villa era, with four bedrooms branching off it. Three of the bedrooms are oversized doubles, while another has the added charm of a unique loft space, creating an especially fun bedroom for a child or teenager.
At the end of the hallway is the second of the home's two bathrooms, this one featuring a wet-floor shower.
Set in a sought-after Roslyn position, you're within walking distance of some of Dunedin's highly regarded primary and secondary schools, while the local supermarket, cafes and restaurants are all close by. You're also just a few minutes' drive from the city, giving you the best of both worlds: a wonderful established neighbourhood with everything you need close at hand.
Homes like this don't come along often. Yes, there is work to be done, but that is also where the opportunity lies. The character, proportions, family-friendly layout, level backyard and connection between the spaces are all here, waiting to be rediscovered. After being so lovingly enjoyed by one family, this home is ready for someone new to bring their own ideas, personality and vision, while preserving the charm and sense of history that makes it so special. It is a home with a story already written, but perhaps the most exciting part is that there is still so much of the story left to tell.
