The Law of Attraction
Majestic, iconic, bespoke, imposing, substantial, and historically significant. These are all terms that spring readily to mind when describing a Devonport Mansion that is undoubtedly one of a kind.
Margaret House rests on a flat and sunny 1443 sqm freehold site. The main residence has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 expansive formal lounge areas, a superb modern kitchen, 2 offices, and a separate laundry. There are also a 2-car garage and a separate 1 car garage.
On the East side of this massive plot, you will find a large studio with kitchenette and en-suite bathroom, plus an outdoor boat parking space to the side.
The magnificent gardens, which you enter through secure electric gates, envelops the beautiful buildings within, and on the sunny west side, there is an elevated entertaining deck with adjacent 11,000 litres Vortex swim/spa pool.
Historically, Margaret House was originally built in 1903-4 for Frederick Prime J.P., the founder of an Auckland hardware company. In 1953-4, it was purchased by the Navy as an additional hostel and named Margaret House. It provided accommodation for both Chief Petty Officers and Petty Officer Service Women until the 1970's.
In November 2009, the Law Family purchased Margaret House and have spent many years lovingly restoring this unique and special residence, uncovering her rich history and stately presence. They have succeeded in transforming her into a meticulously presented, warm, dry and healthy home.
This majestic beauty has featured in the ‘Fine Homes Tour of Devonport' and now awaits its proud new owners.
Margaret House rests on a flat and sunny 1443 sqm freehold site. The main residence has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 expansive formal lounge areas, a superb modern kitchen, 2 offices, and a separate laundry. There are also a 2-car garage and a separate 1 car garage.
On the East side of this massive plot, you will find a large studio with kitchenette and en-suite bathroom, plus an outdoor boat parking space to the side.
The magnificent gardens, which you enter through secure electric gates, envelops the beautiful buildings within, and on the sunny west side, there is an elevated entertaining deck with adjacent 11,000 litres Vortex swim/spa pool.
Historically, Margaret House was originally built in 1903-4 for Frederick Prime J.P., the founder of an Auckland hardware company. In 1953-4, it was purchased by the Navy as an additional hostel and named Margaret House. It provided accommodation for both Chief Petty Officers and Petty Officer Service Women until the 1970's.
In November 2009, the Law Family purchased Margaret House and have spent many years lovingly restoring this unique and special residence, uncovering her rich history and stately presence. They have succeeded in transforming her into a meticulously presented, warm, dry and healthy home.
This majestic beauty has featured in the ‘Fine Homes Tour of Devonport' and now awaits its proud new owners.
Key features
Privacy
Electrical front gates, security cameras, and mature boundary plantings mean this really is your own world.
Character
Built in 1899 and named after Princess Margaret, this is one of Devonport's most storied homes.
Renovated
Sixteen years of meticulous restoration, fourteen layers of paint stripped back, three bathrooms upgraded, new kitchen, new wiring, new plumbing — done properly.
Garaging
A two-car garage plus a separate single garage, with additional driveway parking for guests behind secure electric gates.
Garden
Professionally landscaped front and rear with full irrigation, stormwater drainage, and an external shower, low maintenance by design.
