This historic place was registered under the Historic Places Act 1980. The following text is the original citation considered by the NZHPT Board at the time of registration. Kinder House, 2 Ayr Street, Parnell, Auckland This is one of Auckland's oldest and best known houses. Built in 1857 to the design of Fredrick Thatcher this house on its prominent corner site has been much esteemed since it was built. The house was commissioned by Bishop Selwyn as the residence for the headmaster of the Church of England Grammar School. It is a two storey building of basalt stone featuring diamond paned doors and sash windows. The first and best known occupant was the Reverend John Kinder, well known for his water colours and photography. He was also known as a keen gardener and this is reflected in the grounds seen today. Recently restored by the Auckland City Council and opened to the public, Kinder House is very fine example of an early stone colonial dwelling.
Location
List Entry Information
Overview
Detailed List Entry
Status
Listed
List Entry Status
Historic Place Category 1
Access
Able to Visit
List Number
110
Date Entered
11th November 1985
Date of Effect
11th November 1985
City/District Council
Auckland Council
Region
Auckland Council
Extent of List Entry
Extent includes the land described as Lot 1, Pt Lot 2 Deed 582 (RT NA773/198), North Auckland Land District, and the building and structures known as Kinder House thereon.
Legal description
Lot 1, Pt Lot 2 Deed 582 (RT NA773/198), North Auckland Land District