Local Government
York
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
North Rd York
Location Details
Construction Date
Constructed from 1910
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 |
Heritage Council Decisions and Deliberations
| Type | Status | Date | Documents |
|---|---|---|---|
| (no listings) |
Other Heritage Listings and Surveys
| Type | Status | Date | Grading/Management | More information | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Description | ||||
| Local Heritage Survey | Adopted | 25 Nov 2019 | Grade B |
Grade B |
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Statement of Significance
Mt Bakewell Homestead is historically significant for the Monger family associations and is representative of an 1890s farm dwelling.
Physical Description
Located at the foot of Mt Bakewell at opposite the racecourse. Single storey with a high-pitched roof that extends over the surrounding verandas. The perimeter balustrade is masonry with masonry base pillars and square timber posts. The central (symmetrical) frontage has a sweeping curved concrete staircase.
History
In 1913 Mt Bakewell Homestead was advertised for sale: 615 acres with a comfortable stone and brick homestead of 7 rooms at Executors instructions for the Estate of S Monger. Edward Staunton Monger (1870-1936) (who owned adjoining land) managed the farm for his mother Mrs JH (Mary) Monger, after his father JH Monger died.
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Homestead |
| Original Use | FARMING\PASTORAL | Homestead |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Wall | BRICK | Common Brick |
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| OCCUPATIONS | Grazing, pastoralism & dairying |
Creation Date
20 May 1997Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
23 Oct 2020Disclaimer
This information is provided voluntarily as a public service. The information provided is made available in good faith and is derived from sources believed to be reliable and accurate. However, the information is provided solely on the basis that readers will be responsible for making their own assessment of the matters discussed herein and are advised to verify all relevant representations, statements and information.