MCIVOR ROAD HOUSE RUINS

184 MCIVOR ROAD HARCOURT NORTH, MOUNT ALEXANDER SHIRE

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Statement of Significance

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  • History

    MCIVOR ROAD HOUSE RUINS - History

    Local knowledge indicates that Harry & Eliza Bastow settled the property in the 1880s and built the current granite house. After the Bastows, the property was taken over by the Eagles.The current owner indicatedthat a Brethren sect resided in the area and had houses all over the place. It is unknown at this stage whether the house site was a Brethren house or when it was constructed.

    Interpretation of Site

    MCIVOR ROAD HOUSE RUINS - Interpretation of Site

    The site consists of domestic dwelling foundations including chimney base and may have once been part of a farm.

    Archaeological Significance

    MCIVOR ROAD HOUSE RUINS - Archaeological Significance

    Assessed as moderate significance due to potentil to contain archaeologicl deposits and features, due to ruinous nature of site.

    Historical Significance

    MCIVOR ROAD HOUSE RUINS - Historical Significance

    Significant as example of late 19th century occupation of area.

    Heritage Inventory Description

    MCIVOR ROAD HOUSE RUINS - Heritage Inventory Description

    The site comprises house foundations, septic tank, granite threshold, brick chimney base, 2 concrete slabs and5 fence posts in a rectangle formation.
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