Homestead, 248 Korijekup Avenue

Statement of Significance

• The place has historic value as an example of a residence from the early 20th century. • The place has historic value for its association with the Upham family who made a significant contribution to the development of the orchard industry in the district. • The house and mature trees in their semi-rural setting have aesthetic value.

Physical Description

Single storey brick and tile residence with symmetrical façade and asymmetric plan form with an addition being constructed to the rear of the main ridge line. The main roof continues down to form the verandah canopy which is supported on wide brick columns, the verandah floor is tiled concrete slab with matching semi-circular steps. The windows are in 3 sections each comprising two sash windows and a central fixed glazed panel. The hipped tiled roof has a broad brick chimney with terracotta flues. The diversion channel runs through the front garden requiring bridged access to the house.

History

HISTORICAL This property was the farmhouse of the Upham family who settled in the district and established an orchard in the adjacent fields. Arthur and Mary Upham married in 1904 and the first mention of the Uphams in the district is in 1915. It is therefore suggested the house was built at approximately this time. The Uphams remained in the district until Arthur's death in 1939. Mary Upham offered the property for sale in 1941 and at that time and it was described as a property of 40 acres with a four roomed bungalow, verandah all round and various outbuildings .It is noted that the references to the property refer to the address as 'The Avenue'. The property was offered for sale in 1942 and was purchased by the Leithbridge family who kept the property until the early 2000s.

Integrity/Authenticity

Moderate/ High

Condition

Good

Uses

Historic Themes

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