96 Merriman Street
2321
Address
96 Merriman Street
Date Built
Suggested Grading
IIIC
Property Number
2321
Present NHRA protection
S34
Older than 60 years - at time of survey
yes
Description
Cape Revival villa, with Cape Revival gable on end bay, and a corner stoep supported on Doric columns. Original/restored timberwork for front door, but replaced windows. Circular vent set into the gable, and plaster elaboration on the gable adds to the structure.
Details
Valley
Area
Landscape Unit
Townscape
Landscape Unit Grade
Grade II
Architect / Builder
Current Use
Residential
Original Use
Student Housing
General Evaluation
Interior Description
History
The house appears on the c1938 aerial photography for the area.
Grouping with other sites
Forms a grouping with No. 92, 94 and 98 Merriman Avenue
Evidence of Demolition
Contextual Design
Together with No. 94 and 98, these villas contribute to the urban pattern along this part of Merriman
Avenue.
Invasive Elements
Security apparatus and fittings detract.
Heritage Vulnerability
Insensitive alterations and additions.
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Latitude/Longitude
-33.930499 / 18.872727
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Additional Information
Additional Documents
Survey
2016
Circa
Admin Area
Allotment
Zoning
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Date of survey
2016
Linked to erf/erven
Linked Address
Environment
Valley PDF
No document
AREA PDF
No document
Landscape Unit PDF
No document
Townscape PDF
2016 Survey Document - Site PDF
OTHER DOCUMENTS
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NHRA Significance
Age
Medium
Archaeology
None
Architectural
Low
Associational
None
Intangible
* SCALE USED: High / Medium / Low / None
Rarity
Low
Representivity
Low
Scientific
Symbolic
None
Statement of Significance
This structure is characteristic of the early 20th century suburban villas that were constructed in this
part of Stellenbosch. It has contextual and architectural significance, and contributes to the
streetscape.
Landscape Significance
The house has trees in the front garden that contribute to the streetscape.
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Additional Photos
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