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‘I’ve never fallen in love with a house before’: The letter that won them their dream home
Persistence pays off in securing their long-loved Little River dream home.
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A couple's persistence secured their dream home in Little River—a former hospital they first fell for 16 years prior. After missing out, they sent a letter, leading to an off-market sale years later.
The historic 1925 property retains unique character, including original wide doors and a former morgue now used for storage. It features a renovated kitchen, an artist's studio, and sits on a large, sunny, elevated site. The owners are now reluctantly selling due to health reasons.
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The long hallway was the first feature that grabbed Shirlaw. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
The main living area is bright and open. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
There’s a lot of history here. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
Some work has been done on the kitchen. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
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A pretty impressive pantry. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
There are four bedrooms. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
Upstairs offers a few possibilities. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
The studio was a project for the couple. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
Van der Sluijs uses it as his work space. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
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The couple love the garden. Photo: TRADE ME/BAYLEYS
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