Hanmer Street Honey Pot

A very pretty 1870s worker’s cottage, devotedly restored and extended, endures today as a legacy of our early settlers bygone days.

Set on 556sqm in a sunny setting of native plantings and fruit trees, including peach, feijoa and fig, the house was built on the cherry orchard of ‘Englefield Farm’ owned by WG Brittan, one of our Pilgrims. Despite pressure from new residential developments, this is a neighbourhood that remains relatively untouched and is one of our best preserved historic areas. From the 1860s, cottages began to line these narrow streets, bustling with workers and their families, and today it is still a strong community, just a mere 15 minute stroll into the city centre. Although extensively upgraded, alterations have been completed with integrity and there remains the charisma of yesteryear. Use of timber is paramount, from the original Baltic Pine flooring, Beech and Cypress, to the Macrocarpa beams soaring overhead. Layout of rooms is fascinating, and will be sure to inspire families or those in need of separate areas for work or play. The main living and kitchen space is heated by a most efficient log burner and opens via four sets of French doors to the north garden with views across to the Avon River. The master bedroom has twin WIRs and a charming ensuite. A separate living, studio, office or music room opens to a private deck and garden. Unconventionally for this era, there is a large double garage with workshop, a garden shed, and storage galore.

This is a picturesque property, which will be sure to appeal to those interested in preservation and wanting more than a house. We strongly encourage your early viewing. You don’t have to be a romantic, but you may very well fall in love!

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