Local Government
Toodyay
Region
Avon Arc
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Location
3 Folewood Rd Toodyay
Location Details
GPS: 0449032 6508849
Other Name(s)
G Hassell's House
Construction Date
Constructed from 1860
Demolition Year
N/AStatutory Heritage Listings
| Type | Status | Date | Documents | More information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heritage List | Adopted | 01 Dec 2012 |
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 | ||||
| Municipal Inventory | Adopted | 27 Aug 1998 | Category 3 |
Category 3 |
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Statement of Significance
The building has historic value through its association with prominent local builder and convict expiree , George Hassel and his extended family.
The place has historic value as it is associated with the settlement and development of the Toodyay townsite.
The building has social value as a demonstration of the type of residence built for working families in the 1860's.
The place has aesthetic value as it contributes to the streetscape of Toodyay townsite. It also demonstrates a stone understorey which was a feature of Hassel's work.
Physical Description
Single storey stone residence set at a raised position from the roadside. iron hipped roof covering original shingle roof. Red brick chimney. Red brick dressings to the opening. Verandah extends around three sides of the house with timber posts and scalloped frieze and lattice panels. Timber extension to the rear. Undercroft to front part of the property.
History
This land parcel, Lot 67, was a Crown Grant to Thomas Farmer, while the adjacent Lot 68 was granted to builder George Hassel. An 1867 map shows Henry Hassel's name on lots 66-69. Creditors of George Farmer sold Lot 67 to George Hassel. The place is believed to have been built by Gearoge Hassel for his own home in the 1860's. He lived there until his death in 1872. The property passed into Ellen Hassel's hands where she lived with her twin sister, Annie, until she died.
Integrity/Authenticity
Integrity: Medium
Authenticity: High
Condition
Good
Place Type
Individual Building or Group
Uses
| Epoch | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Present Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
| Original Use | RESIDENTIAL | Single storey residence |
Architectural Styles
| Style |
|---|
| Vernacular |
Construction Materials
| Type | General | Specific |
|---|---|---|
| Roof | METAL | Corrugated Iron |
| Wall | STONE | Other Stone |
| Other | BRICK | Common Brick |
Historic Themes
| General | Specific |
|---|---|
| DEMOGRAPHIC SETTLEMENT & MOBILITY | Settlements |
Creation Date
18 Sep 1998Publish place record online (inHerit):
ApprovedLast Update
19 Apr 2021Disclaimer
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