Known as “The Retreat”. Survey classification in 9-15 August, 1970 described the property as ‘good brick’. A poster in the window “This house not in sale to the Housing Commission”. (Text from Yarra Libraries)
This was one of the few houses in the area that did survive the demolition.

Image held by Fitzroy Library. 1 Church Street, Photo by Elinor Scambler – 1971.
