127 Aro Street, Aro Valley, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand

Tucked into the sunny side of Aro Street, this reimagined late-1800s cottage offers a rare blend of heritage charm and considered architectural design. Thoughtfully transformed by Gerald Melling of Melling Morse Architects, the home opens beautifully to the rear, creating a light-filled, open-plan living space with seamless flow to a surprisingly private garden oasis. Just moments from Aro Village and minutes to the city, this is character living with a contemporary edge ” comfortable and functional as is, yet offering exciting scope to further enhance and add your own creative touch over time.

• Reimagined by Gerald Melling of Melling Morse Architects, blending original villa character with a striking mid-century inspired extension

• Light-filled open-plan living and dining designed to connect effortlessly with the outdoors

• Two double bedrooms plus a mezzanine study overlooking the living area – ideal as a nursery, guest space, or work-from-home retreat

• Original late-1800s features paired with architectural enhancements for modern comfort

• Flat, sheltered backyard with exceptional indoor/outdoor flow – a hidden garden sanctuary with birdlife, peace and greenery right in the city

• Flexible, functional layout that is very liveable today, with potential to modernise, refresh or further personalise to suit your style

• One bathroom with new bath and shower, and opportunity to add value over time if desired

• Positioned on the sunny side of the street, just a short stroll to Aro Village favourites including Garage Project, Rita, local cafés and boutique shops

• Just a few minutes walk to Aro Street Pre-School.

• Walk, bike or catch the bus to the CBD in minutes and enjoy easy access to the walking and mountain biking trails of Polhill Reserve

• Offers invited upwards from $950,000

With its unbeatable inner-city convenience, timeless character and cool architectural pedigree, this home will particularly appeal to buyers who appreciate design but also see the opportunity to make their own mark in a tightly held neighbourhood.