Oak House, Grade II listed building in Monk Street, Monmouth, Wales
Oak House is a residential building on Monk Street in Monmouth, constructed in the mid-19th century with architectural details typical of that era. The structure contains multiple rooms and retains original features from its time as a private residence.
The building was designed in 1846 by George Vaughan Maddox as a private residence. It later became significant in the town's telecommunications history when it housed the first telephone exchange.
The house was home to George Willis, a three-time Mayor of Monmouth who played an important role in local civic life. It reflects the way prominent citizens lived and conducted their affairs in the heart of town.
The building is located in the center of Monmouth and is easy to reach on foot. As an active commercial property, it can only be viewed from the street and exterior.
During renovation work, a significant colony of bats was discovered living within the building's structure. This unexpected discovery revealed the house had become a natural habitat for local wildlife.
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