House, 7 Alfred Place

The house at 7 Alfred Place, Williamstown is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Historically, it is significant as a now rare surviving example of a pre-1870 house, which is associated with the important phase of development of Williamstown as a port during the mid-to-late nineteenth century. It is also notable for its associations with persons connected to the maritime industries in Williamstown over a long period. (AHC criteria A4 and G1)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a relatively intact example of an early timber cottage with a relatively unchanged basic layout, which retains some original and rare detailing. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House