Visit 'Crofton'
(Now the Domett Family Home)
​​
One of Wellington's Oldest
and most Historic Residences

Visit 'Crofton' for a guided tour of Sir William and Lady Sarah Fox's Country Cottage
Ngaio, Wellington, New Zealand.

Visit by Appointment
​Groups and Small Conferences Especially Welcomed

Crofton in Ngaio is accessible by a 15 minute train ride through five tunnels and bush on the Johnsonville line. Get off at Ngaio station.

Trains leave from Wellington station every half hour on the hour. You will reach 'Crofton' after a five to ten minute walk from the station. ​Alternatively drive, bus or taxi 10-15 minutes from the Wellington CBD.

Email:
margiecrofton@xtra.co.nz

Crofton was built for William and Sarah Fox as their country residence in 1857. Fox was New Zealand's second Premier, appointed in 1856.

William Fox Biography

With your appointment confirmation you will be advised of the location.

Heritage NZ Listing

Crofton 1863 - Anglican School

Crofton 2013 - Domett Family