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Small-town, mountain views: This historic cottage is picture perfect

Farrier's Cottage in Clareville, Carterton has hit the market.

Jacqui Loates-Haver
Last updated: 3 February 2026 | 4 min read
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Farrier's Cottage, a historic 1870s home in Clareville, Carterton, is now for sale. Originally built for Booth's Sawmill workers, the property is rich in local history and features an old forge.

The current owners have lovingly renovated the cottage, preserving its character while adding modern comforts. Upgrades include a new layout, a side extension, sympathetic double glazing, and a restored forge now serving as a workshop. The result is a spacious three-bedroom, three-bathroom home.

A photo from the 1870s shows the Lee family outside the cottage.

The sign from the Carterton District Historical Society details some of the cottage's history.

The home has been restored with love and care.

The kitchen has oak cabinetry and a Belling range.

One of the three bedrooms in the cottage.

The cottage has oodles of outdoor space.

The old forge at the bottom of the garden has been restored and is now used as a workshop.

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