Some properties simply have a feeling about them - and this beautiful 1910s villa has it in abundance.

From the moment you arrive, the character is unmistakable. High stud ceilings, generous proportions, beautiful bay windows and exquisite pressed-tin ceilings create a sense of charm and grandeur that is increasingly hard to find. Add a wonderfully cosy Pyroclassic wood burner and you have a home that feels as good as it looks - warm, inviting and incredibly easy to fall in love with.

Originally built in the 1910s, this much-loved villa was relocated to its current site in 1995, where it was re-piled, re-plumbed and re-wired, providing an important foundation for its next chapter. The modern kitchen provides the perfect gathering place, while the beautifully updated bathroom has been thoughtfully designed to complement the character of the home.
And then there is the land.

From the road, you would never guess that behind this attractive home lies an impressive 4,190m² section - a truly significant parcel in such a sought-after Bay View location.

The current owners have embraced the opportunity to live the good life, with expansive gardens, a substantial chicken coop and shedding, free-range chickens and a regular supply of fresh eggs. And then there is the avocado tree - quite possibly one of the biggest and most productive in the area! Add an abundance of other established fruit trees – bananas, oranges, limes, finger limes, feijoas and there is already plenty here to enjoy.

But perhaps you have a different vision. Maybe you want to create an incredible entertaining area, add a pool, establish more gardens or orchards, build substantial shedding or explore the possibility of additional accommodation such as a granny flat. There is room here to dream - and potentially enough space to bring several of those dreams to life. (subject to Council requirements and applicable legislation)
The freestanding garage is another bonus, complete with an adjoining large storage room or rumpus space. The impressive U-shaped driveway creates a wonderful sense of arrival, while the established setting provides a lovely sense of space and privacy.

And convenience really is part of the appeal. Bay View village, buses, Petane Domain and Crab Farm Winery are all within easy reach, while Napier CBD and Hawke's Bay Airport are just a straightforward commute away.

Beloved by the same family for many years, this is a home with history, heart and plenty of life left to live.

The opportunity is here. The question is - what would you do with it?

Don't wait until someone else sees the potential and makes it theirs.

Deadline Sale, Thursday 22 October 2026, 4pm, Bayleys 180 Dalton Street Napier, Unless Sold Prior