A couple of years ago I posted a photo of this quaint house opposite the West Bay Marina. I took another photo of it yesterday when I was going for breakfast at the Queen Mary Restaurant at the Marina. The house is looking rather more decrepit now and anyone who wants to see it should make a visit to the West Bay Marina soon. It is slated for demolition. HERE is a good article about the history and future of this unusual old house. The name of the house, The Swallowed Anchor, is nautical lingo. To "swallow the anchor" means to retire from a life of sailing.
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Friday, September 2, 2011
The Swallowed Anchor 2
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Swallowed Anchor,
West Bay Marina
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8 comments:
A delightful piece of large-scale folk art, this house deserves some kind of heritage designation/protection.
It is pure fun.
Demolition? No!!! This is an absolute marvel. Go start a protest demonstration.
Wow. Spectacular. I will read the article now.
Oh no, not demolition?? I love this house and have many pictures of it. I visit it with my brother every time I am over in Victoria. It is too bad it can't be saved. Or moved or something. It's unique and creative and imaginative. I remember the first time I took photos of it, I was sure someone would come running out and yell at me! I'll sign a petition to save it!!
Too bad it couldn't be incorporated into the new development! I hope some of the pieces are used.
I love this little old house - such character, just like its previous owner. I'm glad you snapped a photo before they tear it down.
What a shame to hear they are going to tear it down. I hope it's saved!
Thanks for the update. I never thought to ask what swallowed anchor meant.
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