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Pristine John Scott house listed in ‘Scott Base’ enclave
This John Scott-designed house in Havelock North dates back to 1985, and remains true to the architect’s vision.
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A pristine John Scott-designed home is for sale in Havelock North's "Scott Base" enclave. Built in 1985, this property is celebrated for its authentic, unaltered condition, preserving the architect's original vision.
Key features include concrete block walls, extensive timber, soaring ceilings, and built-in furniture. The three-bedroom house sits on a large, private section with valley views, feeling like a "treehouse". The owners, represented by NZ Sotheby’s International Realty, seek a buyer who appreciates its unique architectural integrity.
In addition to a deck at the side of the house, this elevated terrace is immersed within the landscape.
Extensive timber panelling is one of the hallmarks of Scott’s work.
Concrete-block walls and half-walls are another key feature of the architect’s style.
The living room has a massive sarked ceiling and a built-in window seat.
The kitchen cabinetry is also original. The owners have said it’s important that a new owner appreciates the architecture as much as they have.
There is casual seating around the kitchen peninsula, as well as a separate table, plus the formal dining table closer to the living room
All John Scott houses have a close connection to the surrounding landscape. This garden reflects 40 years of nurturing.
Sarking and dark-stained beams bring plenty of visual drama to the main bedroom suite. This room opens to a small deck.
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