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In 1985 the property was purchased by Peg
Magnone. After purchasing, the property underwent major restoration and modernization work. At the time of purchase the property did not have electricity, running water, or an indoors bathroom. Great care was taken in the renovation to preserve the historical
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Cottage was designated a National Historic Site by Parks Canada in fall 1983, a Registered Heritage Structure by the Heritage Foundation of Newfoundland and Labrador in December 1986 and a Heritage Building by the City of St. John's in 2006.
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Registry of Deeds dating to 1803 showing an exchange of
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significance of the property while also making it usable as an antique shop. The cottage was successfully operated as an antiques store from 1985 until it was purchased from
Magnone's granddaughter in 2011.
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certain parts of the cottage when it was purchased. For their success in restoring the cottage as close as possible to its original condition, the owners were presented with the
Southcott Award in 2013.
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