Originally built as the neighbourhood church in the 1950s^ and thoughtfully reconfigured as a home in the 1980s^, this wonderful Houghton Bay property offers a rare blend of character, flexibility, all-day sun, and sweeping panoramic views. Positioned on the ridgeline with dual street frontage and outlooks across Lyall Bay, the eastern suburbs, Evans Bay, and the airport, it is a home with genuine personality and exciting long-term potential, on a very generous site.
- Former neighbourhood church with distinctive character, including original arched windows
- Coveted ridgeline position enjoying sun from the start of the day right through to the end
- Massive panoramic views across Lyall Bay, the eastern suburbs, Evans Bay, the airport, and surrounding coastline
- Three bedrooms, family bathroom, ensuite, plus a generous laundry with an additional WC
- Open-plan kitchen and family room, separate sitting/TV room, office, sunroom, and an additional office or reading space adjoining the main bedroom on the upper level
- East-facing sunroom designed to capture the early morning sun and those stunning views
- Huge deck at the front, large mature gardens at the rear, with productive fruit trees, room for veggies, and excellent scope for families who love exploring
- Dual street frontage, with the rear of the property extending to Houghton Bay Road, presenting exciting potential for future development, subject to the necessary approvals
- Handy to Lyall Bay and other south coast beaches, with the lifestyle benefits of coastal living close by
- Enormous garage and workshop space of approximately 60sqm^ more or less, plus a very usable basement workshop, two garden sheds, and additional outdoor storage
- Offers are invited upwards from $1,050,000
For sale by tender, closing 1pm Thursday 29 October 2026 at Lowe & Co Realty, 8 Kent Terrace, Wellington. The vendors will not be considering offers prior to the tender deadline.
Immaculately maintained by a fastidious previous owner who was a joiner, the home also benefits from quality timber double-glazed windows throughout - a real advantage in Wellington. Families will love the sun, views, gardens, and flexible layout, while tradies, hobbyists, and future-focused buyers will be drawn to the extraordinary garage, workshop areas, storage, and development potential. This is a distinctive home with opportunities rarely found in this location, so don't miss the open home, or contact Adam to arrange a private inspection.
Source of information: Property Guru, Nexus, Wellington City Council (non-verified).
^Information displayed under Trade Me’s property details section may be sourced from third-party records and council data. Lowe & Co Realty and its agents do not guarantee or warrant its accuracy. Purchasers should verify all details independently and are advised to seek independent advice.
