Agnes Banks – Chestnut

Attractively sited on the crest of the eastern embankment of the Nepean River and set back from Castlereagh Road, the farm cottage in its varied components from the original slab wing to the later 1915 front addition, demonstrates a modest scale and continued tradition of a rural economy in the region over generations. The slab building to the rear demonstrates rural outbuilding type and longevity of farming. The farmhouse planting scheme including Palms, Elms, Cypress species and shrubs contribute significantly to the house and its setting.
The slab building to the rear demonstrates rural outbuilding type and longevity of farming.
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Name of Item Chestnut dwelling, slab cottage, trees and garden
Type of Item Built
Group/Collection Farming and Grazing
Category Cottage
Primary Address 580-600 Castlereagh Road AGNES BANKS NSW 2753
County Cumberland
Local Govt. Area Penrith
Suburb Agnes Banks
Construction Years Prior 1915
Current Use Private Residence
Former Use Farm House
Heritage Listing Local Govt
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