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Iconic Dilworth Terrace home belonging to Grand Designs stars for sale
Dilworth Terrace is a distinctive piece of Auckland’s architectural history.

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An iconic home at 3 Dilworth Terrace, Parnell, owned by Grand Designs NZ stars Rosemarie and Matthew Dunning, is now for sale. This elegant three-bedroom townhouse is one of eight Heritage NZ Category 1 listed properties, famously restored by architect Don Ellison.
The home offers a unique European mews-style living experience with generous rooms, private gardens, and sea views. Ideal for families or downsizers who value architecture, it provides a serene and spacious city sanctuary.
Rosemarie Dunning at 3 Dilworth Terrace, in Parnell. She has called the vintage house home since 2017.
Dilworth Terrace, not long after it was completed - the image is from Heritage NZ’s files.
Dilworth Terrace is a distinctive piece of Auckland’s architectural history.
The scale of the rooms is something the owners love.
The formal dining room opens onto the terrace, and includes several vintage architectural features, such as the fireplace, and ceiling.
The home has three bedrooms.
The garden is like a painting for owner Rosemarie Dunning.
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