Some of the roof slates are original. The rest came from the demolition of nearby Carisbrook House, home of Otago's second superintendent, James Macandrew. Photos: Linda Robertson and Chris Ford : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

The casement windows on the ground floor were unusual for the era in which the house was built. The sash windows on the upper level were more conventional. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

Much of the timber is Baltic pine, with some interior mahogany. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

A rimu fire surround is a feature of the living area. The fireplaces, although not original, are in keeping with the home's character. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

Originally, the house did not have a bathroom, only an old hip bath on the landing. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

The lounge incorporates the original front hall, showing off the central curved staircase to full advantage. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

The kitchen has views of the bush at the rear of the property. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

Miss Lennon has filled the house with objects collected on her travels. : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe

'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe : 'Mind-blowing' Dunedin villa attracts Aucklander's awe