Fairlie’s weatherboard courthouse, built in 1909, has been carefully refurbished by owners Sarah and Matthew Shanahan who have kept its original sash windows, front gable and door as well as other distinctive features, and painted the front door Resene Paper Doll; the hedge at the front is a variegated buxus.Sarah Rowlands/NZ House & Garden This story is from the team at NZ House & Garden magazine.