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 Despite
appearances to the contrary, the Lighthouse was never built to serve as
such. It is available for rent as bed
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A man's house is his castle, so the saying goes. This stone "house" is often the reason for recent visitors to do a double take as the drive around the coast towards Island Bay. |
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Though not very obvious from the thumbnail, the enlargement shows that this house has a "window box" with a difference on the upper level. |
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The third house in the line, |
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Some people know how to take advantage of spectacular views. As in many places around Wellington, houses perched on the side of the hill are not unusual in Island Bay. This is one of the new ones under construction.
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The old Masonic Hall in Clyde Street. I have heard that inside, the building is very impressive. |
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The spire of St. Francis de Sales church dominates the skyline in the valley of Island Bay. Built to resemble the prow of a ship, it acknowledges the history of Island Bay as a safe harbour for fisherman and their families. |
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The Surf Club - However the island means you don't get to see surf in Island Bay. |
The Bait Shed..... |
The correct name is Island Bay Stationers, but to many it is simply Far's Book shop. |
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The band rotunda was built in 1930 as a war memorial. It is still used occasionally especially during the annual Island Bay Festival. |
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