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71 School Terrace, Arthur's Pass, Selwyn

Name: Open Home - 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Start: 2026-01-10T23:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-01-10T23:30:00.000Z
Location: 71 School Terrace

Auction, 29 Jan 2026 12:00

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140m²

1,995m²

School's out for summer: Unique alpine opportunity

Auction (unless sold prior)

from 12pm, Thu 29 Jan 2026

3 Deans Avenue, Christchurch

Welcome to 71 School Terrace, Arthur's Pass Village, the former Arthur's Pass School. Situated on a generous 1,995sqm (more or less) freehold title in the absolute heart of Arthur's Pass National Park, this property represents a significant and rare opportunity to secure a substantial piece of land and history within this tightly held alpine community.

Operational from 1965 until its closure in 2003, the schoolhouse itself is an enduring structure that blends historical character with modernist-inspired architecture of its era. Currently utilised as a much-loved bach by the current owners, the property is being sold uninsured. The new owner will have the exciting opportunity to work with the existing school building to create a truly special alpine retreat, a magnificent permanent abode, or a unique accommodation venture (subject to necessary consents).

The building offers an expansive, light-filled former classroom space which currently incorporates a small, functional kitchen area. Beyond this central hub, the layout provides versatility with a further three smaller rooms. Essential amenities include a dedicated bathroom and a separate toilet, as well as additional storage areas. This internal canvas is a blank slate, inviting the new owner to engage their architect, draftsperson, or builder to realise a vision that respects the building's past while embracing its future potential.

71 School Terrace is commanding position, affording expansive and uninterrupted views of the surrounding native beech forest, the dramatic ranges, and the iconic peaks that define Arthur's Pass National Park. Life here means immediate access to the best of the high country. It is just a short walk to the centre of the village, providing easy access to local amenities and the historic train station, a gateway to the spectacular TranzAlpine route. Crucially, the world-famous Avalanche Peak Trail head is also moments away, offering adventure right from the doorstep. Whether your passion is serious alpine hiking, fly fishing in the crystal-clear rivers, hunting in the vast national park, or simply enjoying the unique serenity and stunning beauty of this special alpine environment, this location makes it all possible for the new owners.

After an almost 18-year tenure, our owner has made the difficult but resolute decision to pass the baton of ownership. This long period of stewardship underscores the property's appeal. Building report and council files are available upon request to assist prospective purchasers.

Don't delay your inquiry. A proposition of this scale, character, and location is exceptionally rare—this is genuinely a one-of-a-kind opportunity to secure your place in the heart of the Southern Alps,

For more information, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser: https://www.propertyfiles.co.nz/property/5529287

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Type

House

Property ID

5529287

Listed on

23/12/2025

Updated

2 hours ago

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Arthur's Pass, Selwyn

Arthur'S Pass is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Selwyn, one of 31 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Arthur'S Pass is the 26th largest suburb of Selwyn in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Arthur'S Pass provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1900 - 1909. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1960 - 1969. Residential housing stock in Arthur'S Pass is made up of approximately 97% residential housing and 3% lifestyle properties.

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