Historical information

The date is approximate.
Tavistock was built c1890. The side windows on the front room are a later addition in a different style from the original windows.
In 1897 it was the home of the Walker family; Joyce Walker later became matron of Mosgiel Hospital.
In 1902 it became the first site of Milverton Girls School.
From 1930s to 1960s it was home to Miss Marjorie Vahland, a locally well-known nursing sister.
See History Walks No 5, p 11 and p32 Surrey Hills In Celebration of its Centennial 1883-1983

Physical description

Colour photo of the north side of Tavistock at 192 Union Road, Surrey Hills revealed when this side of the property was partially without a fence; taken while re-fencing. The house is Victorian in style, of red brick construction with a patterned slate tile roof and decorative chimneys.