Collection SummaryWestacott Cottage, has been heritage listed in Fairfield City Council's Local Environmental Plan.
Westacott Cottage is a fine example of a late Victorian period, rendered masonry cottage that is rare in the Fairfield area. It has an unusual combination of parapet and verandah form in the one building. It is still in good condition and with much of its interesting original timber and rendered detail. It has a historical and local significance for its association with William Westacott and the close by railway station at Canley Vale.DescriptionSTATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE:
An example of a Late Victorian period rendered masonry cottage, rare in the study area. Unusual combination of parapet and verandah form in the one building. In good condition and with much interesting original timber and render detail. Of historical significance for its association with William Westacott and the creation of a railway station at Canley Vale, close by. Local significance