This is a one-of-a-kind property that will ignite the interest of keen historians, renovators, investors and many more. The opportunities here are endless and the chance of owning such an indescribable piece of New Zealand history comes so rarely this must be considered as a serious prospect. Sitting on approximately 2,590sqm of prime Epsom real estate, is a large Gothic house plus a castellated wing, which includes a unique 15 metre tall tower. Stunning 360 degree views of the harbour, city and Mt Eden are seen from the top of this tower. The property has a current CV of $5.2million (2014).
Aesthetically grand and clearly idiosyncratic, the current owner has carefully looked after this property for some 35 years. Currently split into seven flats ranging in size from one to four bedrooms, it is described as a magical place to live, as well as safe, sunny and full of light-hearted quirkiness. Large grounds have been beautifully landscaped and include eight covered car parks plus plenty of room for more parking.
Located on a top Epsom street, at the foot of Mt Eden, within walking distance to both Grammar schools and within two kilometres of top private schools and shopping precincts, the location cannot be beaten.
Previously owned by Josiah Clifton Firth and built in the 1860's it has a Historic Places Category One listing.
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