House at 85 Mason Street

The house at 85 Mason Street, Newport is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Historically, it is significant as the oldest house in the Newport and Spotswood area and the only known example that dates from the earliest period of settlement prior to the speculative subdivision that occurred in the late nineteenth century. Its method of construction also demonstrates associations with the extensive stone quarrying in the area. (AHC criteria A4 and B2)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a rare example within the Newport and Spotswood area as an early Victorian cottage, which is distinguished by its stone construction and early form. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House