Architecturally distinctive historic Homestead located just 20 minutes drive from Oamaru close to the popular A2O Cycle trail, offering an authentic glimpse into Victorian Oamaru including the Servants' bells still working, a Butlers pantry and a Maids' scullery. This Scottish Gentleman's mansion circa 1900 is highly decorative with an elaborate gable facade and return verandas. Internally, 25 rooms revolve around an octagonal great hall, lit by cathedral like rose glass clerestory windows. The hall is a feature unique to Burnside, not found in any other New Zealand registered historic villa. Burnside Homestead was erected by John Forrester Reid, the eldest of 12 Elderslie Estate children, where he resided with his family until 1928. Only 2 owners have lovingly cared for and maintained this unique homestead since. An expansive parkland covers the approx 5 Ha estate, with...