Sharams Cottage
Highlights
- Explore the historic blackwood slab cottage, showcasing 1850s craftsmanship and offering a glimpse into early settler life.
- Wander through the picturesque gardens, perfect for a family picnic amid the serene surroundings of Penola.
- Discover the rich heritage of the Sharam family, with stories echoing through the walls of this charming landmark.
- Relax in the pet-friendly area, allowing your furry friends to join in on the adventure at Sharams Cottage.
In 1848, Christopher Sharam a boot maker aged 29 of Limestone Ridge Station, married Ellen Patching 15, a shepherd’s daughter of nearby Glenroy Station.
Christopher built the cottage from blackwood slabs with a bark roof out of timber from a nearby swamp. Early in 1850, the family moved into a two roomed slab cottage in Petticoat Lane, Penola.
He built a second cottage of sawn slabs in the mid 1860s to accommodate his growing family.
The cottages remained in the Sharam family until 1941, with descendant Sarah, known as “Granny Davis” being the last to live there.
Then it was purchased by Bob Fennell.
The Penola Branch of the National Trust of South Australia purchased the property in 1981.
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Accreditations
- National Trust
- National Trust
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Tourism Industry Council of SA
- Visitor Information Centre
Features
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0032/775508/Wattle-Range-Council-DAIP-PLAN-2019-2023_Final.pdf
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