NameSteventon HomesteadAlternative NameBroomielawDescriptionSteventon (Broomielaw) wasthe New Zealand home of Mary Anne, Lady Barker from 1865 - 1868. Two of her best known books, Station Life and Station Amusements in New Zealand are about the property. Tucked into the hills and surrounded by mature trees this listed historic house has retained many of its original features and its grounds are an oasis of birdsong
The house started as cob cottage in 1855 and was built by two great-nephews of Jane Austen. In 1865, Lady Barker and her husband Frederick Broome enlarged the property, adding several rooms. The second storey was added in the 1920s by George Starkey.
Visits are available by arrangement, as is accommodation from time to time - contact steventon@xtra.co.nz.Date Established1855Geolocation[1]