Former convent with no trace of ghosts hits the market
A former convent located on New Zealand’s North Island which was once investigated for paranormal activity has gone on the market for the first time in two decades.
The former St Anthony’s Convent located at 346 Great South Road, Huntly, Wakato, is now for sale and is due to be auctioned on December 4, 2024.
A listing on OneRoof says the former convent, which measures 260 square metres and sits on a 806 square metre block, has a commercial zoning and “ready is transformed into something special.”
Described as a heritage-listed Romanesque-style building, the convent was rebuilt in 1931, and is in a visible position in Huntly’s business area, according to the selling agent, who said it offered “an exceptional restoration project for developers or investors with vision “ who wish to “revive, restore, and reimagine a piece of Huntly’s history.”
“Though it has seen years of wear, the structure remains solid, with eye-catching features like the impressive arched entrance waiting to be restored to its former glory,” the listing says.
“Whether you envision creating bespoke accommodation, boutique retail, office spaces, or even a destination cafe or restaurant, this property is brimming with potential.
“With its distinctive charm and historical features, it provides a unique opportunity to blend old-world character with modern functionality.”
Current owner Graham Harkness told OneRoof he bought the property on a whim and planned to restore the building prior to the global financial crisis.He decided to sell after it fell into more disrepair and became a target for vandals.
He hopes the new owner can complete his vision and turn the heritage-listed property into an eye-catching home or business, such as a destination restaurant or upmarket boutique hotel.
According to OneRoof, the land where the convent sits was donated in 1912 by Sarah Ralph, a local coalminer’s daughter who also paid for the construction of the Catholic school next door, which was reportedly relocated in the 1980s.
The original convent burned down in 1931, and was rebuilt the following year to house six nuns.
Paranormal investigator and founder of Haunted New Zealand Mark Wallbank wrote on his website that he visited the former convent in 2015 and after inspecting the grounds found “it was not necessarily haunted.”
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