MAINTOP FARM 1
95-97 SETTLERS RUN AND 1-5 GREENWOOD COURT AND 33-45 WATERHOUSE WAY BOTANIC RIDGE, CASEY CITY
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Statement of Significance
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MAINTOP FARM 1 - History
Heritage Inventory History of Site:
Maintop Farm 1 is the site of the earliest known structure or farmhouse on the property. The study area lies within lots 3,4,5 and 6, Parish of Langwarrin. These lots were amongst those selected by James Bruce in 1859, through until at least 1878. The site lies between two later houses. The timber overseer's house was constructed in about 1948. The main house south of the overseers house was constructed in about 1962. From 1960 to 1974 the property was owned by the Ritchie family. From 1974 to 2000 it was owned by Mr Marshall Crosby.
MAINTOP FARM 1 - Interpretation of Site
Heritage Inventory Interpretation: It is likely that this is the site of the oldest building on the property. The whole site shows a progression of building styles, and the wealth of the owner. The site lies between a modest farmhouse (1948) and a large home built in 1962. It is highly likely that archaeological material lies beneath the dense grass cover, and was not visible during the survey. Map searches have failed to reveal the age of the site.
Heritage Inventory Description
MAINTOP FARM 1 - Heritage Inventory Description
The site formerly consisted of a hut, with a chimney, well and garden, located between the overseers house and the main house, Maintop Farm. Currently the site consists of a well/rubbish pit, two large pine trees, a plum tree and the remnants of a garden.
Heritage Inventory Key Components: Heritage Inventory Site Features: Rubbish pit - approximately 6x6 metres. Wire has been pushed aside to reveal rubbish, bottles etc. Covered for perhaps 40 years. Believed to be a filled in well. Located south of the pine trees. Garden remains - garden plants ("naked ladies") and bulbs. Visibility is very poor and no structural remains were visible.
Archeological Potential: Some remains may be present beneath the bracken and the disturbed ground.
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MAINTOP FARM 1Victorian Heritage Inventory
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