Carisbrook, Lane Cove facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Carisbrook |
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| Location | 334 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove, Municipality of Lane Cove, New South Wales, Australia |
| Built | 1884 |
| Architectural style(s) | Victorian |
| Owner | Lane Cove Council |
| Official name: Carisbrook | |
| Type | State heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 112 |
| Type | House |
| Category | Residential buildings (private) |
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Carisbrook is a special old house in Lane Cove, Australia. It was built in 1884 and is now a museum. The house is owned by the Lane Cove Council. It is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register, which means it's an important historical place.
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History of Carisbrook
Carisbrook has a long and interesting history. Here are some key moments:
- 1835 – The land where Carisbrook stands was first bought by John Clarke.
- 1836 – Richard Linley bought the land and set up a rope-making business.
- 1860 – Rachel Martha and Thomas Brooks moved into a wooden cottage on the site.
- 1884 – After Thomas and Rachel passed away, their son, Charles Phillips Brooks, built the stone house we now know as Carisbrook. He lived there for only a year before renting it out.
- 1920 – An estate agent named James Warr bought the property. The land around the house was divided into smaller blocks.
- 1940 – Harry Thorne, a law clerk, and his wife Lucie bought Carisbrook. It became their family home for 17 years.
- 1957 – James Kitchener McDougall, a milliner (someone who makes hats), bought the house. He loved its history and improved the house and its beautiful gardens.
- 1966 – A nearby company, Tuta Products, owned Carisbrook for a short time. They used it as an office and a place for staff to live.
- 1969 – The Lane Cove Council bought Carisbrook. They restored it to celebrate their 75th anniversary. Since then, it has been a house and local history museum.
- 1981 – Carisbrook was officially protected as a heritage site. This means it's recognized as very important to history.
What Carisbrook Looks Like
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Carisbrook is a single-story house made of sandstone. It was built in 1884. It has lovely gardens that go down to Burns Bay. The house features a bay window and a corner verandah. The verandah has a curved iron roof, supported by fancy iron posts. The main roof is made of slate.
Inside, there's an attractive courtyard at the back. It has stone walls that were added in the 1960s. The courtyard also has its original well. The verandahs have patterned tiles, which add to the house's charm.
Condition of the House
Carisbrook is in good condition. Most of its original parts are still there. Plans are in place to restore its interior to look just as it did when it was first built. This will make it even more authentic.
Changes Over Time
Carisbrook has had some changes made to it over the years:
- 1940s – A new doorway was added between the kitchen and another room.
- 1960s – A garage, laundry, and courtyard wall were built. The stone for these came from another old mansion that was being taken down. Fancy iron fences and stone gate posts were also added. The verandahs were tiled, and shutters were put on the windows. A lot of work was done on the gardens too.
- 1969-1970 – More restoration work was done inside the house to make it look historically accurate.
Why Carisbrook is Important
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Carisbrook is a great example of Victorian architecture from 1884. It still has many of its original features. It is now a museum where people can see what a house from that time looked like. The house is surrounded by beautiful gardens that reach down to Burns Bay.
Carisbrook is listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register for several reasons:
- It shows us about history: It is the oldest house still standing in the Linley Point area. It also shows how new roads and bridges, like the nearby Fig Tree Bridge, led to land being divided up and developed.
- It is beautiful and well-designed: The house is made of sandstone and looks very appealing. It has kept most of its original design. The landscaped gardens are also very beautiful.
- It connects with the community: As a house museum, Carisbrook helps us understand how people lived and used technology since 1884. It hosts many community events and is Lane Cove's only historical museum. This makes it an important part of community life.
- It helps us learn: Carisbrook is a great example of Victorian architecture. It's the only Victorian house museum in Sydney that is open to the public. This makes it a unique place for students and researchers to learn about Victorian buildings and interiors.
- It is rare: It is the oldest surviving home on Linley Point. Being the only Victorian house museum in Sydney open to the public makes it very special.
- It represents a type of home: Carisbrook shows what a middle-class Victorian family home was like. By visiting, you can learn about Victorian family life.
See also
- Australian residential architectural styles
