House at 481 Melbourne Road

The house at 481 Melbourne Road, Newport is of local historic and aesthetic significance to the City of Hobsons Bay.

Historically, it is significant as the oldest building in Newport and illustrates the early development of this area. The bluestone construction illustrates the early quarrying industry in the Newport and Spotswood area, and it is also of interest for its associations with the locally important McIndoe family. (AHC criteria A4, D2 and H1)

Aesthetically, it is significant as a locally rare example of an elaborate double fronted Victorian villa, which is notable for its uncommon wall material and unusual cast iron verandah detailing. (AHC criteria E1 and F1)

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

House