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The property was built in 1910 during the peak of the pearl shelling industry. In 1945, it was purchased by T.H. Kennedy and managed by Haynes family until 1982. Lord Alistar McAlpine resided in the house for over a decade until it was sold to the Wilkinson family and repurposed as a guesthouse.
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Nestled in the heart of Broome, Pinctada McAlpine House is a magnificent historic guesthouse that offers a unique stay. The century-old heritage building boasts old-world charm and has a lot of history that is reflected in the atmosphere of the listed property. The building itself is steeped in history from being a Master Pearler's home to Lord McAlpine's residence. Guests can experience the authenticity of the historic house and even stay in one of the two original Pearler's Veranda rooms dating back to 1910. The lovely historical building has a rich history that the owner, Marilynne, generously shared with the guests. The boutique accommodation with only eight rooms makes it a quiet and comfortable stay. Although it is a heritage property, the rooms are very comfortable, furnished with king-size beds and huge bathrooms with showers. It is a slice of history that is admirably maintained considering its age, making it a lovely historic property with an attractive ambiance. History lovers would find this hotel a historically interesting and unique experience.
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Year erected:1910
What is the history of the property?The land Broome Lot 194 was purchased in 1904 by George Moss, a stock and station agent of Broome.
The house was originally built by Nellie Talboys who purchased the property in 1910, and it transferred to her husband Harry Talboys in 1913 on her death. Harry was a master mariner and pearler who built a pearling fleet from a single lugger. The property then passed to their son Charles Talboys, business manager on Harry's death in 1933. T.H. 'Bert' Kennedy purchased it in 1945. Bert's daughter Nita Jean and her husband Peter Haynes moved into the house soon after they married in the 1940s and raised their family here.
In 1982 the property transferred to Fieldon Pty Ltd. It became the residence of Lord Alistair McAlpine during his time in Broome. In 1997, he sold it to Colin and Cheryl Wilkinson who modified the premises to a guest house, which opened in 1998. In 1999 it was purchased by Marilynne Paspaley AM, a member of the successful Paspaley pearling family operating in Broome and the Kimberley since the 1930s. It now operates as a premium boutique hotel of 8 rooms, known as Pinctada McAlpine House.
The house was originally built by Nellie Talboys who purchased the property in 1910, and it transferred to her husband Harry Talboys in 1913 on her death. Harry was a master mariner and pearler who built a pearling fleet from a single lugger. The property then passed to their son Charles Talboys, business manager on Harry's death in 1933. T.H. 'Bert' Kennedy purchased it in 1945. Bert's daughter Nita Jean and her husband Peter Haynes moved into the house soon after they married in the 1940s and raised their family here.
In 1982 the property transferred to Fieldon Pty Ltd. It became the residence of Lord Alistair McAlpine during his time in Broome. In 1997, he sold it to Colin and Cheryl Wilkinson who modified the premises to a guest house, which opened in 1998. In 1999 it was purchased by Marilynne Paspaley AM, a member of the successful Paspaley pearling family operating in Broome and the Kimberley since the 1930s. It now operates as a premium boutique hotel of 8 rooms, known as Pinctada McAlpine House.
What was the era and/or the architectural style in which the property was built?The property has aesthetic value for its extensive use of storm shutters and lattice screens, prominent hipped roof and masonry stumps. it is an example of a residence built for the tropical climate of Broome in the early 1900s.
The property is representative of the way of life of the more affluent citizens of Broome who resided in gracious residences during the early 20th century.
The property is representative of the way of life of the more affluent citizens of Broome who resided in gracious residences during the early 20th century.
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