Koolkuna
East Melbourne, Berry Street 026
Description:
A simple 2 storey rendered terrace with moulded render dressings to openings. The side entry and attached porch is unusual. [i-Heritage database]
History:
This house was built for Mrs Ellen d’Arcy Harvie by Peter Reid and completed in 1890. It was named Koolkuna. Mrs Harvie was the daughter of Thomas Lang, a Ballarat seedsman. In 1865 she had married William Harvie, also a Ballarat seedsman. In 1882 William died and Ellen was left as provider for her four children.