$1,006,643
Price increased by $94,828 on Oct 16, 2026

Experience Tranquil Luxury In Historic Homestead

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • Updated: October 29

About the Property

Step down the tree-lined driveway and leave the frantic pace of the modern world behind. Elevated high in the serene Drury Hills, ”The Garden of Dreadon”—the area’s original historic homestead—offers a rare sanctuary defined by complete privacy, tranquility, and breathtaking vistas sweeping across to the Manukau Harbour.

Only coming to the market once before in its rich 80-year history, t
Step down the tree-lined driveway and leave the frantic pace of the modern world behind. Elevated high in the serene Drury Hills, ”The Garden of Dreadon”—the area’s original historic homestead—offers a rare sanctuary defined by complete privacy, tranquility, and breathtaking vistas sweeping across to the Manukau Harbour.

Only coming to the market once before in its rich 80-year history, this cherished 3 bedroomed property has known just two owners across generations. Built by Harry Dreadon and his wife, who called it home for 45 years, and lovingly held by the current owners for 35 years. It is a home with heart, soul, and a proven legacy of seamlessly supporting a growing family.

Historic Charm Meets Contemporary Luxury Every detail of this 3-bedroom + study, 2-bathroom residence (complete with a dedicated study) has been sympathetically restored to honor its heritage while introducing exquisite modern facilities:

Rich Character: Original native Matai timber floors set a warm, magnificent tone from the moment you step inside.
Sweeping Vistas: The elegant formal lounge flows out to views over the harbour, complete with an inviting window seat that practically insists you slow down, sit back, and take in the scenery.
Generous Living: Perfectly proportioned spaces designed for comfortable everyday living and effort-free entertaining.
A Natural Haven Framed by a protected native bush covenant, your private acreage is a haven for local birdlife. Wake up to the enchanting calls of resident tui, grab your morning coffee, and step out onto the sun-drenched, north-facing patio where native wood pigeons often soar past to join you in the quiet country air.

Unbeatable Convenience Enjoy total rural seclusion without compromising on connectivity. You are situated just 5–6 km from two motorway interchanges as well as the Drury and Papakura train stations, making commutes effortless at just 35 km from Auckland CBD.

Opportunities to secure a piece of local history with this level of views, peace, and pedigree are exceedingly rare.

Arrange your private viewing today to experience the calm of Drury Hills for yourself.
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Barfoot & Thompson is Auckland’s leading real estate agency. With a 40% market share, they sell and manage m

Barfoot & Thompson is Auckland’s leading real estate agency. With a 40% market share, they sell and manage more property than anyone else. After more than 100 years, Barfoot & Thompson is still a proudly family-owned and managed company. The current Directors - Peter Thompson, Stephen Barfoot and Henry Barfoot - are the grandsons of the original owners. Barfoot & Thompson offers a range of services across residential, commercial, and rural sales in their 80 branches, as well as body corporate management and projects. The company also has a property management division with dedicated property managers across more than 70 branches and a portfolio of more than 20,000 rental properties. Barfoot & Thompson is recognised nationally and internationally for their excellence and results within the real estate industry. Barfoot & Thompson is committed to being the agency of choice in Auckland, Northland and Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

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