View of the south façade depicting the 6/6 window panes and keystone surmounts, 2007.
Photo: Lindsay Benjamin, 2007.
- Built
- 1877
- Recognized
- 2001
- By
- Local government
The register’s text, word for word
Description
292 South River Road is situated on the northeast corner of South River and Garlan Streets, in the Township of Nichol, now the Township of Centre Wellington. This two-storey, rubble limestone building, constructed in circa 1877, was designed in the Georgian style.
The property was designated for its architectural value by the Township of Centre Wellington under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (By-law 01-67).
Heritage value
292 South River Road is a fine example of a Georgian style house. It is a two-storey single-detached structure with classic proportions, built circa 1877. The rubble limestone exterior walls are embellished by tooled limestone quoins, sills and lintels. The roof has a low hip with a chimney on each side at the gable peak. The rectangular board façade features a three-bay front, with one window on either side of the central entranceway. The windows are 6 over 6 panes, surmounted by keystones. The front entrance is highlighted by sidelights and a flat transom.
SourceTownship of Centre Wellington, By-Law 01-67.
Character‑defining elements
Character defining elements that contribute to the heritage value of 292 South River Street include its:
- three-bay façade with central entrance highlighted by sidelights and flat transom
- rubble limestone walls
- limestone quoins, sills and lintels
- 6 over 6 windows, surmounted by keystones
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Location
292, South River Road, Township of Centre Wellington, Ontario, N0B, Canada
43.68970° N, 80.40654° W
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From the Canadian Register of Historic Places, as last updated on December 12, 2025. The register’s text is shown word for word.