Dalacelil

Statement of Significance

Dalacelil has cultural heritage significance for the following reasons: The place is a very early residence built in Frederick Street, constructed in 1870. The place is a fine though restrained example of a Victorian Georgian bungalow that has retained a moderate level of authencity. The place is significant for its contribution to a precinct of heritage buildings/houses in Frederick Street comprising nos. 27, 30, 32, 34, 36, 44, 52, 58 & 61.

Physical Description

Some of the notable features of this place include: • Prominent location on the high side of Frederick St • Brick construction • Hipped asbestos roof with two chimneys (original shingle roof still exists underneath asbestos on old part of the house) • Symmetrical facade • Central door, with timber framed window on either side • Verandah under broken backed roof across front elevation Some obvious modifications include: • Large two storey extensions at rear • Glass enclosure to front verandah removed

History

The original owner of Lot 333 was John Ward who took possession of the land in 1868. The house was constructed by Ward in 1870 and the Lot - which ran through to Earl Street - was later subdivided into four Lots. Ward lived at Point King. By 1932 the owner was Mrs Johanna Dorcas Emily Lillico. Mrs Lillico was married to Andrew Lillico who died in 1928 when they were living in Collie. After her husband’s death she moved to Albany and bought this house which she called Dalacelil which appeared to be a combination of letters from her and her family’s names. The address at this time was 51 Frederick Street. In 1942 Mrs Lillico was advertising the house for sale, describing it as being the second house from Spencer Street (next to the old National Bank and residence) and having a ‘…large glass verandah’ and five rooms. (Albany Advertiser 23 March 1942). However, it appears she didn’t sell the house as after her death in July 1949 an auction was held at 51 Frederick Street of her furniture and effects soon after. The house was then owned by Mrs R Colgate who undertook major improvements and by early 1951 she had placed it on the market for auction (refer article below). The Colgates, who had been living in Albany, were now living in Broomehill. At the time of the auction the street address was 51 Frederick Street and the house was described as: Solid well constructed 5 roomed brick dwelling, plus bathroom, large glass-enclosed front verandah, passageways, wash-house, spare out-room, L and C, woodshed, nice garden, gravel paths etc...Delightful position, central, Harbour view recently completely renovated and painted throughout, gas, E.L. and water. (Albany Advertiser, 22 February 1951) The house was however passed in at auction: A small brick house at 51 Frederick Street, owned by Mrs. R. Colgate, was offered at auction by Mr. K. Snowball, for Arthur Johnston and Co., on Friday afternoon. Bidding went to £2,850, at which figure the property was passed in, as it failed by a considerable margin to reach the reserve. It was expected, however, that private negotiations would result in a sale being effected. Although old, the property has been renovated recently. (Albany Advertiser 6 March 1951) In 1979, the Andersons bought the house. In c2000 the Andersons bought the houses next door at 30 and 32 Frederick Street and later sold 34 Frederick Street but rented it back until 2005 when they had built their new house behind 30 Frederick Street (being 30A Frederick Street). Some original elements remain, although many alterations have altered the appearance and form of the house considerably. Over time, various wells have been unearthed in the garden during construction work.

Integrity/Authenticity

Integrity: High/Moderate Authenticity: Moderate

Condition

Good

Uses

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