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‘All our friends thought we were crazy’: Couple reluctantly selling their dream historic home
Owners reluctantly farewell a treasured 1911 Ōamaru landmark after five memorable years.
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Reluctantly for sale, Glenside is a treasured 1910 Ōamaru landmark designed by architect JM Forrester. This grand residence showcases stunning Arts and Crafts/Art Nouveau style on a 1.27-hectare section.
Built from solid Ōamaru stone, the five-bedroom home features a magnificent leadlight front door and intricate decorative ceilings. The current owners are selling after five memorable years as the home has become too large to maintain, hoping the next owner will cherish this unique piece of history.
The front door is a particular highlight. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
The kitchen is homely. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
Historic charming interior
Original leadlights, decorative ceilings, grand living spaces and a sweeping staircase showcase the home's rich Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau heritage.
The stairs are original. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
One of the five bedrooms. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
The verandah has been updated. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
There’s 1.27 hectares of land. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
The property mixes town and rural living. Photo: ARIZTO/TRADE ME
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