Rarely does a home of this scale, history and calibre come to market. Set within approximately 2,512sqm of beautifully established grounds ten minutes from the CBD, Winola is an exceptional Khandallah residence offering grand proportions, remarkable privacy and an outstanding setting for family life.
Originally built in 1911 for the owner of Wellington's James Smiths department store, this distinguished home was thoughtfully restored and redesigned by Novak+Middleton, earning a 2008 NZIA Wellington Architecture Award. Its 483sqm interior combines enduring character with modern comfort, featuring stunning native timber flooring, high ceilings and beautifully proportioned rooms.
Enjoying an outstanding position for all-day sun, the home's multiple living spaces allow you to follow the light throughout the day. Seamless connections to covered decks, lawns and the pool create an exceptional environment for entertaining, while the tennis court adds another dimension to this remarkable family retreat.
Further features include:
- Open-plan living and dining with effortless flow to the decks, lawn and pool area
- A generous kitchen with a large central island and excellent storage, perfectly suited to hosting guests, complemented by a scullery
- Three distinct living rooms, providing ample space for entertaining, family gatherings and quiet relaxation
- Five bedrooms, including a generous master suite with its own ensuite and customised wardrobe storage
- Two family bathrooms
- A designated office, ideal for working from home
- A separate, well-appointed laundry and generous custom storage throughout
- Central heating, complemented by a gas fireplace in the living area
- Beautiful native timber flooring and high ceilings that showcase the home's character and craftsmanship
- A full-sized sunny drenched tennis court allowing play into the late summer evenings, with potential for basketball use
- A large swimming pool, complemented by a pool house with a changing room, shower and spa bath
- Designated laundry room and separate guest toilet
- Copper spouting throughout, reflecting the care and quality evident across the property
- Generous triple garaging with a versatile space above, perfect as a teenagers' retreat, recreation room or generous office
- Covered decks providing sheltered spaces for outdoor dining and entertaining
- Beautifully established gardens and fully fenced grounds offering privacy, security and space to play
- A quiet, private setting close to Khandallah village shops, local schools and everyday amenities
- An ideal ambassadorial residence, with exceptional privacy, generous accommodation and elegant spaces for diplomatic entertaining.
- May be eligible for purchase by qualifying Active Investor Plus (Golden Visa), under New Zealand's NZ$5 million-plus residential property pathway, property eligibility and Overseas Investment Office consent.
Beautifully maintained and cared for, Winola offers a rare combination of architectural pedigree, substantial grounds and exceptional family facilities. Equally suited to memorable entertaining and relaxed everyday living, this is a distinguished Wellington home with space to enjoy for generations.
Viewings are strictly by appointment. A full information pack, including builder's and LIM reports are available upon viewing. Contact Ramon Kane to arrange your private appointment.
Tender closes 12pm, Tuesday 24th November 2026 at Tommy's Real Estate Limited, 209 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington. (Vendor reserves the right to sell prior)
