249 Grounsell Crescent
Belmont, Lower Hutt City
SOLD
4
2
2

The House with an Open Door

Named Whare Puare (the house with an open door), this property was the home of renowned Arts and Crafts architect C. T. Natusch who designed and built it in 1905. Among the many notable properties C. T. Natusch designed were the Riddifords' family home in Woburn and the Bushy Park homestead near Kai Iwi (Whanganui).

This 4-bedroom family home will charm you the moment you enter it. The designer kitchen with walk-in pantry and plenty of storage will delight any enthusiastic chef who loves to entertain at home. The kitchen has plenty of natural light with French doors to the back garden. With spacious benches, a butler's sink and a double gas cooker it will be a pleasure to work in.

The large dining room overlooks the paved courtyard, which is surrounded by stunning mature native trees and framed by elegant archways. French doors lead to a covered porch The generous sized lounge has an extensive bookcase, original fireplace and matai flooring. The large double doors can be closed off for warmth or privacy.

Upstairs are three double bedrooms and a fourth single bedroom with built in wardrobes. The master bedroom has a dressing room, walk-in wardrobe and doors opening to a wraparound balcony with views of the private bush.

The luxurious family bathroom is tastefully decorated with a claw-foot bath and stand-alone shower. Separate laundry room and second toilet are downstairs. The house has gas central heating, internal access garaging for two vehicles and room for a workshop. A tandem separate garage provides room to store your precious classic. In addition to this, there is off street parking for three cars.

The flat lawn and yard are defined by majestic native trees. At the rear of the private courtyard is a spa room

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Property Features

Property ID: PRI20265
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Building: 190m2
Listed By:Villa Realty Limited Licensed (REAA 2008)
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Features:

  • Alarm System
  • Built-In Wardrobes
  • Double Garage
  • Fireplace(s)
  • Garden
  • Polished Timber Floor
  • Secure Parking

Chattels:

  • Blinds
  • Curtains
  • Floor Covers
  • Rangehood
  • Stove
  • Cooktop Oven
Sara Russell, Licensee Salesperson at Ray White Porirua