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The Briars
Location120-122 Maroondah Highway,, LILYDALE VIC 3140 - Property No B4935
File NumberB4935LevelState |
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Statement of Significance
The Briars, a late example of the Italianate style and built in 1891-2, is of State significance for its historical associations with William Carr Boyd, notable explorer; the McCracken family, well-known brewers, and Paul De Castella, prominent landowner and vigneron. The garden is of regional significance and contains some indivudually fine mature tree specimens and is of contributory significance to the homestead. The prominent hilltop setting makes the mature garden a significant landmark of the area.
Classified: 18/11/1992
Group
Residential buildings (private)
Category
Homestead building