Greystones is a rare example of timeless residential architecture - designed by Nick Bevin (Bevin + Slessor Architects), inspired by the quiet confidence of Frank Lloyd Wright and Philip Johnson’s “house in the woods”. Strong horizontal lines, honest materials and subtle level changes anchor the home to its site, creating privacy, calm and a distinct sense of retreat.
At its heart is a sun-oriented outdoor pavilion - a defining space designed to be used from morning through to late evening. Inside, living zones connect effortlessly to the outdoors, while the terraced garden has been shaped into a sequence of landscaped “rooms”, linked by steps and paths - creating atmosphere, shelter and intimate moments across the site.
The main residence offers two bedrooms: a ground-floor primary suite with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, plus an upper-level bedroom with its own bathroom. A fully self-contained one-bedroom apartment with separate external access adds genuine flexibility - previously operated as a short-term holiday rental, it’s ideal for guests, extended family, or additional income - all just minutes from Havelock North village.
Key features
• Architect: Nick Bevin (Bevin + Slessor Architects)
• Award: Hawke’s Bay NZIA Resene Local Award for Architecture (2007)
• Featured in multiple publications, including New Zealand Architecture (2007) and “100 Dream Houses From Downunder”
• Cladding – a combination of Zinc, Western Red Cedar weatherboards, precast concrete panels and concrete block
• Sun-oriented outdoor pavilion / “outdoor room” for all-day, day-to-evening living
• Terraced garden creating distinct outdoor “rooms”, connected by steps and paths
• Main house: 2 bedrooms - Ground-floor primary suite with walk-in wardrobe + ensuite, Upper-level bedroom with its own bathroom and library nook
• Separate 1-bedroom self-contained apartment with own external access, bathroom, living room and kitchenette. Previously operated as a short-term holiday rental
• Wood fires + underfloor heating for year-round comfort
• Wine cellar - ideal for collectors and entertaining
• Double car garaging plus off-street parking for three additional vehicles
• Peaceful, private setting yet 2 minutes’ drive (approx. 10-minute walk) to Havelock North village and dining
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