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| Couldrey House | |
|---|---|
 Couldrey House | |
| Alternative names | Wenderholm |
| Etymology | From surname of H.W. Couldrey |
| General information | |
| Status | Public museum |
| Location | Wenderholm Regional Park |
| Address | 37 Schischka Road, Waiwera |
| Current tenants | The Friends of Couldrey House Charitable Trust |
| Completed | 1857 |
| Owner | Auckland Council |
Couldrey House is a mid-19th century historic building located in the Wenderholm Regional Park. Couldrey House was originally built and owned by Robert Graham. The house has hosted many famous individuals including Queen Elizabeth II.
History
Robert Graham was the first European to settle the area.[1] Graham was a famous politician who had served as the fifth Superintendent of Auckland Province.[2] Graham arrived in the area in 1842 and would prevent the trees, some of which being ancient, from being felled for timber.[3] In 1857 Graham built the house. He named the house Wenderholm (Swedish for winter home).[1]
References
- ^ a b Cameron, Ewen; Hayward, Bruce; Murdoch, Graeme (2008). A Field Guide to Auckland: Exploring the Region's Natural and Historical Heritage. Random House New Zealand. p. 121. ISBN 978-1-86962-1513.
- ^ Scholefield, Guy (1950) [First ed. published 1913]. New Zealand Parliamentary Record, 1840–1949 (3rd ed.). Wellington: Govt. Printer.
- ^ Gregory, Angela (2 May 2008). "Moon shines in regional park". New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 22 July 2024.