Aberfoyle, Warwick facts for kids
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Aberfoyle, 2015
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| Location | 35 Wood Street, Warwick, Southern Downs Region, Queensland, Australia |
| Design period | 1900 - 1914 (early 20th century) |
| Built | 1910 - c. 1927 |
| Built for | Peter Alexander Affleck |
| Architect | Hugh Hamilton Campbell |
| Official name: Aberfoyle | |
| Type | state heritage (landscape, built) |
| Designated | 5 August 1996 |
| Reference no. | 601772 |
| Significant period | 1910s-1920s (historical, fabric) |
| Significant components | residential accommodation - main house, lead light/s, trees/plantings, kitchen/kitchen house, pathway/walkway |
| Builders | Ludwig August Tessman |
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Aberfoyle is a beautiful old house in Warwick, Australia. It is a special building because it is listed on the Queensland Heritage Register. This means it is an important part of Queensland's history and heritage. The house was designed by a local architect named Hugh Hamilton Campbell. It was built between 1910 and about 1927.
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Discovering Aberfoyle's Past
Aberfoyle is a large house on Wood Street in Warwick. It was built in 1910 for a local dentist, Peter Alexander Affleck. The house was designed by Hugh Hamilton Campbell, a well-known architect from the area.
How Warwick Grew
Warwick became an important town in the Darling Downs area in 1847. It started with a post office in 1848. Surveyors mapped out the town in 1850. In 1861, Warwick officially became a municipality, like a small city.
By the 1870s, a train line connected Warwick to Toowoomba. This helped Warwick grow even more. By the 1910s, the town was thriving. Many big buildings were constructed, like department stores and a larger railway station.
Building Aberfoyle
Aberfoyle was built in 1910. It was located in an area of Warwick that was developing quickly. Many new homes were being built nearby.
The land for Aberfoyle was first owned by Matilda Blewett in 1859. Later, Peter Affleck Senior, whose family owned a saw-milling business, bought the property in 1882. When he passed away, his wife Anne inherited it.
Their son, Peter Alexander Affleck, bought the property in 1910. He was a dentist and had his practice in Palmerin Street. He moved into Aberfoyle with Miss Jessie L Affleck, who was likely a relative.
The house cost £948 to build. The builder was Ludwig August Tessman. Hugh Hamilton Campbell, the architect, had been working in Warwick since 1897. He even designed another house for Peter Alexander Affleck's mother.
What Aberfoyle Looked Like
When Aberfoyle was finished, local newspapers described it in detail. It was a six-room timber house. It had a central hallway leading from the front door. A glass door separated the front part of the hall from the back.
The back part of the hall led to a bathroom. This bathroom had a unique sunken bath. Its floor was covered with lead, and the walls had corrugated iron sheets. A local painter, Mr. Donald Crawford, did the painting. Mr. E Morrison handled the plumbing.
Changes Over Time
In 1927, William Tindal Scrymgeour bought Aberfoyle. He lived there until he passed away in 1929. The house kept the name Aberfoyle during his time. After that, many different owners lived in the house.
A breakfast room was added to the house between 1918 and 1927. Other parts were added later. The current owners bought Aberfoyle in 1993. They have worked hard to restore the house. They uncovered and repainted old designs on the walls. They also repaired the pathway leading to the front door.
Exploring Aberfoyle's Design
Aberfoyle is a single-story house made of timber. It has a special type of roof called a hipped roof, with parts that stick out called gables. A curved verandah (porch) wraps around the front and sides. The house sits on a flat corner block, facing Wood Street and Albion Street.
Outside Features
The front entrance of the house is very balanced. A central timber staircase leads up to the verandah. Above the stairs, the roof has a gable. On each side of the entrance, there are five-sided bay windows that stick out. These bays also have gables above them.
The verandahs have timber posts with decorative tops. They also have timber handrails and fancy cast iron railings. A unique feature is the lattice screens on the verandahs. They have a scalloped timber design that looks like stars. A brick chimney stands on the western side of the house.
The house has sash windows, which slide up and down. There are also French doors with patterned glass panels. These doors open onto the verandahs. The bay windows have beautiful leadlight glass panels. The main front door also has leadlight panels with a floral design.
Inside Features
Inside, Aberfoyle has six rooms that open off a central hallway. There is also a kitchen area at the back. The two front guest rooms have special bay windows with leadlight glass. One of these windows even has a picture of a railway line set into the glass!
The house has fancy pressed metal ceilings and decorative borders where the walls meet the ceiling. The internal doors have a wood-grain finish and decorative cut-out panels above them. Some walls have stenciled designs called friezes. A part of the original frieze is still visible in the entrance area.
The living and dining room has a fireplace, though it is no longer used. The kitchen has been updated over the years. A study with a working fireplace was added to the northern end of the house.
Gardens and Paths
The grounds around Aberfoyle are also special. There are three large Camphor Laurel trees along the Albion Street side. Terracotta tiled paths lead from the front gate to the entrance on Wood Street. These paths have unique patterned tiles.
Why Aberfoyle is Special
Aberfoyle was added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 1996. This means it is recognized as an important historical place for several reasons:
- A Glimpse into the Past: Built in 1910, Aberfoyle shows how Warwick grew and changed in the early 20th century. It represents a time when the town was expanding.
- Beautiful Design: The house is well-preserved and has a beautiful design. Its unique features, like the verandahs and leadlight windows, make it an important part of Warwick's look.
- Connected to Important People: Aberfoyle was designed by Hugh Hamilton Campbell for Peter Alexander Affleck. Campbell was a significant architect in the area.
See Also
- List of heritage-listed places in Warwick
Images for kids
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Plaque, 2015
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Aberfoyle, 2015
