Outbuilding, 'Western Vale'

Location

358 Brownes Lane, AXEDALE VIC 3551 - Property No 205030

Level

Included in Heritage Overlay

Statement of Significance

What is significant?

The stone outbuilding probably built c.1869 at Western Vale, 358 Browns Lane is significant. The house and other buildings of the farm complex are not significant.

How is it significant?

The stone outbuilding is of local historic and technical significance.

Why is it significant?

The stone outbuilding at Western Vale is of historic significance for its association with the Browne family for its complete history since 1869. Criterion A

The building is of technical significance for its demonstration of early building technology in the form of vertical logs and for its loft floor which is rare in the study area. Criterion B

Group

Residential buildings (private)

Category

Private studio/outbuilding