Description
Captain John Louie Goldie arrived in Broome in 1912 as a pearl cleaner, valuer & buyer. He fought at Gallipoli, and spent time in England recuperating from war wounds. In 1916, he married Doris Sprang, daughter of Fred Sprang, senior partner in C.E. Heinke & Co, manufacturers of diving suits & hard hats. On their return they bought the first decompression chamber for Broome, which Fred Sprang had donated on behalf of the company. Louis Goldie successfully pearled in Broome, and was a member of the Road Board 1928-1939. Doris and their three children lived in England for several years in the 1930s, before returning to Western Australia where the children attended boarding school in Perth. Louis and Doris Goldie retired to Cottesloe after being evacuated from Broome during World War 2. Louis died in 1950 aged 62. This federation bungalow built in Circa 1912 has a sympathetic, tasteful restoration and is truly "A Pearling Masters Masterpiece". Privacy assured behind the high picket fence and lush palms. This 'Traditional' style home has: - Been fully restored - Can accommodate up to 5 bedrooms or be divided into 2 Self Contained Living Areas of 2 bedrooms each - OR create a 1 bedroom flat & an Expansive Main Living Area - Fantastic outdoor living - Key shaped lap pool - Massive double shed For further information contact Allan Griffiths on 0419 922 000.
Was for Sale
- Publish Date: 29-09-2009 02:44:29
- Contact name: Allan Griffiths
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- Website: www.broomerealestate.com.au
- Location: Australia
- Business: Broome Real Estate First National
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- Status: sold
- Price: $1750000
