Kinder House and Ewelme Cottage, Historic cottages in Parnell, Auckland, New Zealand
Kinder House, constructed from grey volcanic stone from Mount Eden, features Gothic-style architecture with distinct Victorian residential design elements.
In 1857, Bishop George Selwyn commissioned architect Frederick Thatcher to design Kinder House, which later became home to Anglican priest John Kinder.
The property contains Ewelme Cottage, built in 1863 for Vicesimus Lush, featuring an extensive collection of 2,000 books and original 19th-century furnishings.
Both buildings are open to visitors as heritage sites, with Kinder House functioning as a gallery space and venue for special events.
The property maintains its 19th-century garden and received Category I heritage status from Heritage New Zealand in recognition of its architectural significance.
Inception: 1857
GPS coordinates: -36.86198,174.78241
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
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