Auction: 34 Shortland Street, City on Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 10:00AM (unless sold prior)
At last! The substantial character home on a full site, exquisitely updated with relaxed yet elegant contemporary spaces connecting effortlessly around a pool and harbour views from both levels. In a premium Bays’ street above St Helier’s parade, the 878m² property is a sought-after yet rarely available masterpiece. From enchanting, manicured formal gardens to crafted original 1930s details and rooms flooded with light from above, this exceptional 4 or 5 bedroom weatherboard family home in mint condition tugs at your heart.
In extending the 1930s home, original architectural features have been replicated to blend sympathetically. Marvel at the ornate plastered ceiling in the front bedroom and lounge, gorgeous leadlight windows, impressive architraves and timber panelling in the modern family bathroom.
Off a spacious entry, the main lounge is a relaxing area that leads to a sumptuous formal dining room. Both rooms spill out to a north-facing terrace beneath a louvretech canopy capturing the view. At the heart of the home, is a generous, cocooning family space opening to a very private, sunny sandstone terrace, big solar heated pool and astroturf lawn. The welcoming family-focused kitchen speaks of heritage charm with built-in cabinetry around the cooktop, glass fronted cabinets incorporating leadlights and a sweeping island bench for casual dining.
On the main level are 4 bedrooms include a soundproofed guest suite and another currently used as an office. Upstairs, a grand primary suite with magnificent views flows to a stunning timbered dressing room and a delightful ensuite with bath.
With ducted heating and 2 gas fires in living areas, the home is warm in winter. There is a carpeted garage for 2 cars and loads of storage plus off-street parking.
Classic easy big family living. Priority viewing required!