Paterson's Cottage — Hakataramea, New Zealand
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Dunbar Loop
S 44° 49.005 E 170° 38.332
59G E 471446 N 5037342
A restored cob cottage just off of SH 82 near Hakataramea is occasionally open to the public to see what life was like in the 1880s
Waymark Code: WM8A6Z
Location: South Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 02/27/2010
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member StagsRoar
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PATERSON’S COTTAGE

This cob cottage is believed to have been about 1880 from Penticotico clay and tussock. Is was occupied by a farmer, James Paterson, and his family. Paterson sold liquor and provided casual accommodation. After his departure in 1893 casual workers continued to camp here. There was at one time a wool wash nearby in Penticotico Creek. The building has been restored by local supports and the New Zealand Historic Places Trust.

Type of history commemorated (short description):
Pakeha housing of the 1880s.

Website pertaining to the location: [Web Link]

Town, city, or region nearest to the site:
Between Kurow and Waimate off SH 82.

Year placed: 1984

Hours of operation:
Varies. Presently closed for restoration.

Is it accessible to the general public:
Yes

Date location was entrusted to the New Zealand Historic places: Not listed

Admission fees if any: Not Listed
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