The Hermitage, Ryde, Victorian era residence in Denistone, Australia.
The Hermitage features wide verandahs, wood-paneled rooms, and multiple reception areas spread across its 1.44-hectare estate on Pennant Avenue.
John Blaxland commissioned the construction of The Hermitage in 1838, using locally sourced stone and clay bricks to complete the residence by 1841.
The property reveals the lifestyle of early Australian settlers through its architectural elements, including gable windows overlooking the Parramatta River.
The residence maintains frontages onto major roads and contains preserved mature trees throughout its 3.6-acre grounds, making it accessible for heritage studies.
Catherine Hamlin, who later established the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital, spent her formative years at The Hermitage while studying medicine at Sydney University.
Location: New South Wales
GPS coordinates: -33.80160,151.09900
Latest update: March 10, 2025 22:08
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