Samuel Ferguson's Cottage

Samuel Ferguson's cottage, built in the late 1800s in West Toodyay, Western Australia, is a charming historical site known for its picturesque whitewashed walls and thatched roof. Surrounded by beautiful gardens featuring roses and old English flowers, the cottage attracted artists who came to capture its beauty. Originally part of lot R12, the cottage became home to Samuel Ferguson and his wife Ellen after their marriage in 1894. The property has a rich history, having changed hands from early settlers like George Gooch to John Davis, and eventually to the Fergusons, who raised eight children there. The cottage stands as a testament to the area's pastoral heritage and the lives of its early inhabitants, making it an intriguing stop for tourists and researchers alike.