Woodlands, East Maitland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Woodlands |
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| Location | 44 King Street, East Maitland, City of Maitland, New South Wales, Australia |
| Official name: Woodlands | |
| Type | state heritage (built) |
| Designated | 2 April 1999 |
| Reference no. | 299 |
| Type | historic site |
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Woodlands is a special old house located at 44 King Street in East Maitland, New South Wales, Australia. It's considered a 'heritage-listed' building. This means it's important to history and needs to be protected. It was officially added to the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999.
A Look Back: Woodlands' Story
Woodlands was built a long time ago, in 1843. A person named J. Chamber built it. Later, in 1896, a main hallway and entrance were added. This entrance was for both Woodlands and its neighbor, Goonoobah. Goonoobah is also a heritage-listed building. In 1930, both Woodlands and Goonoobah were changed. They became a group of three separate apartments or 'flats'.
What Woodlands Looks Like
Woodlands is actually one of two houses built together. They are made of sandstone, a type of rock. These houses are in the 'Victorian Georgian' style. This style was popular during the Victorian era. Woodlands is a bit further back from the street than Goonoobah.
The house has special features. It has French windows with shutters. The front porch, called a verandah, has pretty cast iron decorations. The verandah roof is curved, which is called a 'bullnosed' shape. The main roof of the house is made of iron and is 'hipped'. This means all sides slope down to the walls. It also has three windows that stick out from the roof. These are called dormer windows.
Why Woodlands is Special
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Woodlands was officially listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register on April 2, 1999. This listing means the building has historical importance. It is protected so future generations can learn from it.
