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17 Dover Street

Island Bay Wellington

6
3
6
341 m²
1004 m²
House
Edmund ChrispEdmund Chrisp, last sold this property on 29 April 2026 after 75 days on market.

Overview

Architecturally Significant Island Bay Residence

The former home of NZIA Gold Medallist architect Hugh Tennent, this remarkable multi-generational residence represents a thoughtful dialogue between an early Island Bay villa and contemporary New Zealand residential architecture. Designed to accommodate two distinct yet connected dwellings, the home provides an elegant, sun-soaked apartment ideal for a grandparent alongside a dynamic and spacious modern family home for a family of four. The result is a warm, flexible living environment that balances privacy with connection. The family home offers multiple living areas, including a generous upper-level sunroom featuring a unique fold-down floor system. This innovative space adapts with the seasons-capturing winter sun or transforming to suit changing functions throughout the year. Entry to both dwellings is via a light-filled winter garden, a beautifully resolved response to Wellington's climate that enhances warmth, shelter, and year-round usability. Elevated and positioned on a quiet, one-sided street, the property enjoys open views over Wakefield Park and direct connection to the Town Belt. Parking is generous, with space for up to four vehicles, including a convenient drive-on pad providing level access. Above the double garage sits a standalone studio, originally designed as a professional painting studio for a prominent artist. This versatile space offers exciting potential for creative work, a home office, guest accommodation, or further living options. Simply a once in a blue moon opportunity to comfortably accommodate your extended family or provide two income streams in addition to the main house to off-set the mortgage. Features include: 1) Multi-generational home and / or AirBnB options 2) Understated architectural style and elegance 3) City fringe cul-de-sac location bordering the Town-belt 4) Fantastic elevated views and sun all year round 5) Just a few minutes to all the amenities of the Island Bay Village and the beaches of the South Coast 6) Wonderful kitchen garden plus large private bush space 7) A brilliant combination of privacy plus togetherness 8) The house has been modernised to achieve contemporary thermal performance with central heating, primarily double glazing and is fully insulated. Call us now to arrange your private viewing.

Features

6 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
6 carspaces
4 open car spaces
2 garage spaces
341 m² floor area
1004 m² lot size
House

Estimated Value

We need at least 3 similar 6 bedroom houses sold in Island Bay over the last 12 months.

Property history for 17 Dover Street

2026
Sold
Undisclosed
29 Apr 2026 by Edmund Chrisp, of Tommy's Real Estate Wellington City

Happy sellers in Island Bay

59%
59% of sellers in Island Bay reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

Island Bay stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 51 reviews in Island Bay over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for 6 bedroom houses in Island Bay

In the last 12 months, 1 six-bedroom house similar to 17 Dover Street, have been sold.

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