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Post date: 07/08/2012
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History: This building was designed by Louis Michel Thibault and erected in 1804-1806. It served as a drostdy until 1847 and since 1876 it has been used almost uninterruptedly as a hotel. The building has changed much since its erection but has been fully restored.
Visual Description: 5 bay Cape Dutch thatched house with central and end convex gables and pilasters. Thatched saddle roof with convex Cape Dutch gables. Front wall has corner and central pilasters, the latter carrying a heavily moulded pediment. Stone paved stoep. Cape Dutch double door with small pane fanlight. Small pane sashes with solid half-shutters.
Colours: Dark green woodwork
Site Features:
Condition: Good
Construction Date: 1804-1804
Materials:
Catalogue: Rudner 1989 (b), No: 41.18, Significance Category: