Survey Data
Reg No
20908740
Rating
Regional
Categories of Special Interest
Architectural, Artistic
Previous Name
Coolgrena House
Original Use
House
In Use As
House
Date
1810 - 1830
Coordinates
178131, 65710
Date Recorded
05/10/2007
Date Updated
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Description
Detached five-bay two-storey house, built c.1820, with two-bay two-storey recessed block to east elevation, having canted bay window forming part of verandah to front (south) elevation and further gable-fronted single-bay two-storey block with canted-plan porch to east. Single-storey lean-to extension to west elevation. Hipped slate roof with overhanging eaves, rendered chimneystacks and cast-iron rainwater goods. Rendered walls. Square-headed openings with replacement windows. Square-headed openings to bay window with one-over-one pane timber sliding sash windows. Square-headed door opening with timber panelled door, flanked by fluted engaged columns and cornice with sidelights and overlight. Portico comprising circular-profile columns supporting frieze and cornice. Square-headed door opening to canted porch with timber panelled door. Cast-iron square-profile piers with decorative caps and chamfered shafts to site entrance to north with cast-iron double-leaf gates.
Appraisal
Though an additional opening as been added to the upper floor, the original fenestration rhythm remains apparent and is notable for its asymmetry. The imposing appearance is enlivened by the portico and bay windows. The site is enhanced and artistic interest added by piers and gates to entrance.