
Front path and entrance
Upstairs, accessed via an internal timber staircase or a direct private entrance off Glanville Terrace, you'll find three oversized bedrooms, an additional kitchen, a bathroom. Two off-street parking spaces.

Parnell, Auckland
Held by one family for six generations and occupying a prime, north-facing corner position at Glanville Terrace and Takutai Street, this massive 1,044m² (approx.) mostly level landholding is one of Parnell’s ultimate prized possessions.
For sale By negotiation
ONCE IN A LIFETIME OPPORTUNITY.
Like something stepped from the pages of a storybook, this grand two-storey, five-bedroom kauri residence showcases high ceilings, original native timber floors, and distinctive upstairs architectural details. Sold “as is, where is” with renovations mid-flight, the property presents an unbeatable opportunity to unlock immediate value or realize a grand future vision for the land. The tranquil outlook spans leafy garden greenery toward Hobson Bay, with a partial building-restriction covenant over the northern neighbouring site helping safeguard its sunny aspect, privacy, and open views.
On the ground floor, the primary living zones flow naturally toward the lush rear garden, where two distinct lounges soak up the northern sun. Framed by flowering trees, the expansive grounds create a magical, park-like haven for children and entertaining. This level also features a central kitchen, a double bedroom, and a dedicated study, alongside a self-contained wing complete with its own lounge, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and private entrance, an ideal layout for extended family, guest quarters, or independent living.
The home

Upstairs, accessed via an internal timber staircase or a direct private entrance off Glanville Terrace, you'll find three oversized bedrooms, an additional kitchen, a bathroom. Two off-street parking spaces.

Positioned just minutes from the heart of Parnell Village, the location offers renowned local cafés, award-winning dining, and convenient transport links. The home also offers proximity to the Domain, Newmarket, the waterfront, and the CBD. Educational credentials are second to none, with coveted zoning for Parnell District School and Double Grammar Zone (Auckland Grammar and Epsom Girls' Grammar). Surrounded by some of the area's most prestigious multi-million-dollar estates, this is a truly irreplaceable slice of Parnell real estate.

This iconic property is seriously for sale as our owner transitions into retirement.

Once in a lifetime opportunity.
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Location
8 Takutai Street is about 7 minutes’ drive from Auckland’s city centre in light traffic.
It is in the enrolment zone for Parnell School, Baradene College, Auckland Grammar School and Epsom Girls Grammar School.
The homeSchoolsPlaces nearby
Walking and driving times are from the home, at an easy pace along footpaths and by road in light traffic, from OpenStreetMap routing. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Schools
The home is in the enrolment zone for Auckland Grammar School, Baradene College, Epsom Girls Grammar School and Parnell School. Zones can change, so please confirm with each school.
Years 1 to 8
State, co-educational primary · about 540 students
4 min walk 0.3 km · 48 St Stephens Avenue, Parnell
School website for Parnell School (opens in a new tab)Years 7 to 13
State-integrated, girls’ secondary · about 1,520 students
State-integrated: enrolment gives preference to families of its special character, so being in zone is not a guarantee of a place.
5 min drive 2.7 km · 237 Victoria Avenue, Remuera
School website for Baradene College (opens in a new tab)Years 9 to 13
State, boys’ secondary · about 2,760 students
6 min drive 2.8 km · Mountain Road, Epsom
School website for Auckland Grammar School (opens in a new tab)Years 9 to 13
State, girls’ secondary · about 2,320 students
6 min drive 2.7 km · Silver Road, Epsom
School website for Epsom Girls Grammar School (opens in a new tab)Crimson Global Academy16 min walk
Private, co-educational secondary. No enrolment zone dependency.
ACG Parnell College19 min walk
Private, co-educational school. No enrolment zone dependency.
Saint Kentigern Boys' School34 min walk
Private, boys’ primary. No enrolment zone dependency.
Zones checked against Ministry of Education enrolment zone data. School details and rolls from the Ministry’s schools directory. Walk times are at an easy pace along footpaths.
Viewings
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Method of sale
By negotiation
Open homes
1:00 to 1:30pm
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Private viewings
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