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1 Main Road, Governors Bay, Banks Peninsula

Deadline Treaty, 12 May 2026 13:00

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229m²

1.74ha

Waitahuna - Governors Bay grandeur

Deadline sale (unless sold prior)

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Established in the early 1850s and settled within 1.73 hectares (more or less) of extraordinary waterfront grounds, Waitahuna stands among the defining dwellings of Governors Bay.

A landmark homestead established by John Dyer, one of the area’s earliest pākehā settlers, and positioned only 20-minutes from central Christchurch, Waitahuna holds its history across an estate where striking stature is matched by the beauty of its bayfront setting. While its Residential Small Settlement zoning under the Christchurch City Council District Plan also offers subdivision potential, subject to council approval.

Colonial in character and commanding in its outlook, the 229sqm homestead carries its heritage in its weatherboard form and award-winning gardens, which continue to give the estate its depth and distinction.

For all its history, liveability has not been overlooked, with a kitchen and conservatory addition designed by architect Peter Kent, introducing double glazing, natural light, stone benchtops, quality appliances and generous pantry space to support a more modern mode of living, all while retaining the home's identity.

Timber floors, built-in bookcases, French doors and bay-facing windows showcase the home's era and atmosphere. Formal living and dining rooms, each arranged around an open fire, hold their own alongside more relaxed living by the kitchen and conservatory that captures ocean views to the jetty, bringing a remarkable range to a floor plan that moves easily from private retreat to polished entertaining.

Accommodation extends to three bedrooms complemented by an office, where the view across the water lends the working day a more picturesque perspective, while the well-appointed bathroom, a heat pump and underfloor heating keep comfort in step.

Beyond the main residence, the estate broadens considerably, with a self-contained colonial cottage, extensive shedding and garaging that will immediately resonate with collectors and car enthusiasts, alongside glasshouses, magnificent gardens, orchard elements, mature trees, a private bush track and direct beach access drawing its immersive outdoor lifestyle directly to the water's edge.

Waitahuna has remained under the ownership of the same family for over 50 years, now welcoming new owners to an address defined so strongly by land, lineage and landscape.

Please note 38sqm (more or less) at 42A Zephyr Terrace is included in the sale of 1 Main Road, Governors Bay.

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Property ID

5529456

Listed on

13/04/2026

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 2 days (last updated on 13 April). Its latest rating valuation by Banks Peninsula council is $2,820,000 as of 2025. This property has appeared in 126 searches in the last 30 days. There are 4 3-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 7 properties for sale in Governors Bay.

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Floor Area

229m²

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1.73ha

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Governors Bay, Banks Peninsula

Governors Bay is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Christchurch, one of 116 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Governors Bay is the 75th largest suburb of Christchurch in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Governors Bay provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1880 - 1889. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1990 - 1999. Residential housing stock in Governors Bay is made up of approximately 85% residential housing and 14% lifestyle properties.

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