Colliers is privileged to present Totara Estate Homestead to the market, an extraordinary offering and the first time this landmark property has been available in 50 years. With our vendors now genuinely motivated to pass stewardship to the next custodian, this is a rare opportunity to secure one of the South Island's most distinguished country estates.

A RARE SANCTUARY
Set amongst an impressive collection of trees, some dating back up to 150 years, on 5.6123 hectares, this imposing Oamaru Stone homestead is a masterpiece of its era. Built in 1868, the residence and its ancillary stone buildings have been meticulously restored and maintained, preserving the grace and character of an early Victorian country house. Ornate plaster ceilings, English period wallpaper, luxurious drapery, Baltic pine joinery, and timber and tile flooring enrich the home's 18 rooms.

Recognised with a Category 2 Heritage NZ listing, the homestead is celebrated for its historic, architectural, aesthetic, and archaeological significance.
After five decades of careful guardianship, our vendors have made the heartfelt decision to move on. They want to see the property sold yet equally committed to ensuring it is entrusted to someone who will appreciate its heritage, serenity, and grandeur as deeply as they have.

Summary of Property Features

• Constructed from local Oamaru Stone in 1868, the homestead spans approximately 650 sqm over two storeys.
• More than 18 rooms, including a main family wing with 7 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, parlour, drawing room, large formal dining room, and a country-style kitchen with generous family dining.
• A former staff wing configured as a self-contained apartment with its own kitchen, bathroom, lounge, bedroom, sunroom, entrance, and driveway.
• Fully renovated and modernised with great care to preserve its Victorian character and period features.
• Extensive central heating system and fully insulated ceilings with heavy-duty batts.
• Separate, lovingly restored billiards room plus wine cellar/vault.
• Elevated position among mature specimen trees on 5.6123 hectares.
• Multiple ancillary buildings, gracious grounds, impressive stone walls, tennis court, substantial vegetable garden with orchard plus grazing paddocks.

With a clear intention to see the property sold, the vendors now invite immediate enquiry from buyers who recognise the exceptional and irreplaceable nature of this historic homestead. Contact Ruth Hodges today for further information.


For Sale By Negotiation.