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‘Absolutely exceptional’: Multimillion-dollar restoration transforms heritage homestead
Nothing but the best could well have been the brief for this four-year restoration project in Hawke’s Bay.
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A historic Hawke's Bay homestead, designed by architect Louis Hay, has undergone a four-year, multimillion-dollar restoration. The 540m² Havelock North residence now blends heritage character with modern luxury, featuring a bespoke kitchen, advanced heating, and multiple living areas.
The 5.59ha estate includes a heated pool, spa, and a pavilion with a sauna. It also has two additional cottages, one by William Gummer, with one offering a renovation project for the new owners.
Many rooms open to a terrace or balcony - living rooms are on the ground floor and bedrooms on the second storey.
The estate encompasses 5.59ha and includes two additional cottages and a swimming pavilion with two bedrooms and a bathroom.
Sitting in the shade on a terrace wrapped with colourful bougainvillea is a relaxing treat on a hot summer’s day.
There’s are four living areas, ranging from formal to informal.
The owners have introduced a crisp modern aesthetic, while still acknowledging the heritage features.
The kitchen features new handcrafted European cabinetry, and there is a wine bar to match.
There are five spacious bedrooms on the upper level (plus the accommodation in the other buildings).
All rooms are bathed in natural light.
The pool pavilion has two bedrooms and a full bathroom. There is also a spa and traditional Finnish sauna.
The ceiling in the pool pavilion follows the roofline.
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