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Rosehill Homestead

Location 56 Bonds Road,, LOWER PLENTY VIC 3093 - Property No B2241 File Number B2241 Level Regional

[1/1] B2241 Rosehill Homestead

Statement of Significance

Rosehill Homestead is located on land purchased by farmer Henry Stooke from the Crown in February 1855.The date of the house is unknown, but it is believed to be contemporary with the land purchase. Construction of the house is believed to be locally quarried stone with brick window and door surrounds, rendered externally and plastered externally. The remains of a brick barn can be seen on the property.
Rosehill is an early surviving substantial homestead in the district.The house has historical associations, is important in the surrounding landscape and is of interest as an example of a homestead of the period. Henry Stooke was prominent in local affairs and he reflects the emerging settlement and development of the area. The composite nature of the construction, using brick and local stone, is also of interest and typical of the period.
Rosehill has possibly been built in stages and alterations have been made.
Classified: 23/07/1969