Sheer size helps make this brick house stand out. Originally owned by Robert Kerr, a local piano maker, the property was later sold by his son to the Anglican Diocese as a residence for Bishop Thomas. Only when the Diocese in turn sold the property was the building subdivided into apartments. The irregular plan and asymmetrical arrangement and diverse shape of the dormers identify the style as Queen Anne. The lack of elaborate brick detailing suggests it was built towards the end of that style period. Unfortunately, the house's overall appearance was adversely affected when the large verandah on the east and south sides of the building was removed.