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Masterpiece from Middle-earth, unique home on market for first time in 30 years
Brian Cooper built the home for his wife Karen, as a gift for her birthday
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A unique, handcrafted home in Golden Bay is on the market for the first time in 30 years. Built by woodworker Brian Cooper, the rustic property features extensive hand-carved timber and was home to the successful Weka Workshop gallery.
The 0.84ha section includes multiple outbuildings with conversion potential and a productive 'food forest' orchard. Ideal for artistic buyers seeking self-sufficiency or extended family living. Listed by Billy Kerrisk of Ray White, the asking price is $895,000.
Brian and Karen Cooper at home in their Golden Bay property, Weka Workshop
The home is full of Brian Cooper’s hand-hewn work.
One of Brian’s monumental pieces of furniture.
The bathroom feels like a Scandinavian sauna.
The gallery and workshop are nestled into the bush.
The gallery could be converted into a residence, or re-opened as a gallery.
The studio Cooper built for Karen
There’s also a sleep-out.
The property is packed with rustic charm.
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