It’s always intriguing when a property is finally marketed after being tightly held by successive generations and 118 Queen Street in Northcote Point, which comes in at well over 100 years in this particular family’s possession, we must surely be looking at some kind of record.
The classic weatherboard bungalow, built in the early 19th century, sits on a generous, leafy, 1146sqm waterfront site, which has its very own gate to the quiet, pretty beach.
It goes without saying that this feature makes it a very desirable property indeed.
Lesley Acutt from Harcourts, Takapuna says that it has been an especially interesting property to take to market.
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She discovered that around the mid-1880s, land became available for sale in Northcote Point - which incidentally was well-known for its strawberry farms at the time.
This particular section was bought by the Fraser family who then sold to the deceased owner’s mother and father in the late 1800s and the house was built early in the 20th century.
Having grown up there, when she later got married, the daughter and her husband purchased the house back for themselves from the parents.
The house itself presents in almost original condition, packed with classic period features such as leadlight windows, tongue and groove wall panelling, brick fireplaces, and built-in furniture - all of which enhances its historical appeal, showcasing huge potential for a major renovation designed to bring it right into the 21st century.
Around 280sqm total floor space is set over two levels with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, formal dining and living and a kitchen that has at some stage been replaced in timber, plus two sunrooms and a rumpus.
It enjoys fabulous harbour and city views, and you can see as far afield as the Waitakere Ranges, where the sunsets are truly spectacular.
Queen Street is one of Northcote Point’s most characterful spots and the property is perfectly positioned for shopping, dining or enjoying a movie at the renowned Bridgeway cinema.
The CBD seems like a world away but is actually just an easy 15-minute-drive.
If that feels like hard work, the ferry terminal is just at the end of the street so you can start and end your day in comfort.
Acutt says that with Norfolk pines and pohutakawa to attract native birds the air is always alive with their song.
“Sitting on the little beach right down at the water’s edge or taking a dip in the water is incredibly peaceful and relaxing. I think that renovating the property is going to bring a new owner incredible joy and satisfaction,” Acutt says.
She adds that it would be especially nice to see a young family living here because a section of this kind, in such a great spot, lends itself to fun and adventures.
“It’s a very special place on earth and we simply can’t wait to show interested potential buyers around it!”
118 Queen Street in Northcote Point is being sold by deadline treaty, July 29.
- Article sponsored by Harcourts
