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The good life calling: Old telephone exchange cottage is small-town charmer
The old telephone exchange has sweeping views across the harbour.
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A unique character home in Akaroa is for sale – the town's former Telephone Exchange. Originally built in the 1950s, the building was relocated to its current site and has been lovingly renovated by the current owner, Deborah Lean.
The two-bedroom cottage features open-plan living, a wrap-around veranda with harbour views, and a large loft space. Set on a 708m² section with fruit trees, this charming property offers a quiet haven and is listed with Bayleys.
The telephone exchange being moved to its new site overlooking the harbour.
The cottage has a plentiful garden and good outdoor living spaces.
Inside the cottage is light and bright, with contemporary decor.
One of the cottage's two bedrooms.
The large loft space above the garage.
The cottage still retains a old sign from its days as the local telephone exchange.
A veranda with a view.
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