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Heritage stone farmhouse in Mt Eden ‘brimming with potential’

A historic Mt Eden farmhouse ready for a new chapter.

Colleen Hawkes
Last updated: 2 April 2026 | 4 min read

Originally known as Coldicutt House, the house was built by English settlers William and Sarah Coldicutt who developed a smallholding here - at the time the location was considered to be on the outskirts of the city. Photo: Bayleys

The house was built in the Georgian style, with a strong sense of symmetry. Photo: Bayleys

At the rear the house opens up to a vast area with fruit trees and overgrown topiary gardens - the site is 1262m². Photo: Bayleys

There’s an easy flow between living areas on the ground floor. Photo: Bayleys

Traditional panel-door cabinetry and modern appliances feature in the kitchen. Photo: Bayleys

Upstairs, there are two bedrooms and a second bathroom - they retain their original character. Photo: Bayleys

Although ripe for a renovation, the house is perfectly habitable. Photo: Bayleys

A shady veranda runs the length of the house at the rear. Photo: Bayleys

There’s plenty of magic in the property, with hidden gems to be discovered. Photo: Bayleys

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