A Rare Legacy of Charm, Scale, and Endless Potential
Offered to the market for the first time in more than 45 years, this very special villa embodies an extraordinary blend of character, presence, and architectural personality. Positioned on a prime 629 sqm fee simple parcel, this property represents a genuine once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in a coveted setting. From its wide, generous driveway with parking for up to 4 cars to its captivating silhouette, the property delivers unmatched pedigree.
Crossing the threshold reveals one of the finest entrance ways you are ever likely to see. The magnificent hallway arch and soaring high ceilings immediately establish the grandeur and authenticity of a time past. Spanning a substantial 180sqm the interior features expansive open lounges and inviting sitting rooms centered around period fireplaces, filling the home with warmth and decades of charming history. Four generous bedrooms ensure ample personal space, serviced by an interior bathroom.
Beyond the main home, the property expands into exceptional versatility. Everyday practicality is enriched by an essential outside bathroom and a generous outside laundry. The private grounds are crowned by a majestic kauri tree that stands as a true living time capsule .
The defining jewel of the property is its separate secondary structure: a consented laboratory dating back to 1916. Presenting a multitude of vast options-from an
independent work-from-home enclave or artist's atelier to an adaptive auxiliary space-it offers flexibility rarely seen in character properties. This is a residence designed to be cherished today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.
Early registration of interest is strongly advised.
AUCTION: 2:00pm, Thursday 10 December 2026, at 3 Pompallier Terrace, Ponsonby (Unless Sold Prior).
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