Hester Villa

The timber and iron dwelling features three-sided stepped verandahs, ornate cast-iron balustrading, and decorative timber columns with a fretwork pediment at the entrance.

Built in 1901 for Captain Robert Pearn, a master mariner involved in Pacific Islander recruitment, with a penny above the doorway marking its construction date.

The villa demonstrates residential architecture from the Federation period, with its central corridor, step-out sash windows, and ruby flashed glass sidelights.

Located at 58 Stafford Street, the property spans three blocks and remains accessible for architectural research and historical documentation purposes.

Conservation architect Ray Oliver rescued the building from deterioration in the late 1970s, conducting extensive renovations while maintaining its original features.

Location: Queensland

GPS coordinates: -27.48060,153.04400

Latest update: March 14, 2025 02:42