549 Lakeshore Rd W

History

Land purchased in 1808 by William McCraney, a blacksmith. The original house was destroyed by fire in 1858. Moses and Sarah McCraney occupied the carriage house on the property while the present house was constructed. Increased enrollment in Appleby College led to the leasing of the McCraney farm and the Old McCraney House was used as a master’s house occupied by Mr. V. H. de Powell, a residence for 13 boys and a housekeeper.

The Town of Oakville’s account, reproduced from its heritage register.

Heritage attributes

The property has design and contextual value for its designed landscape, which possesses numerous significant heritage attributes including the landforms, vegetation, viewscapes, circulation and built features.

The Town of Oakville’s description, reproduced from its heritage register.

What the status means

Designated individually under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act by a Town by-law. Alterations to the heritage attributes and demolition need Town approval.

Whether a specific alteration needs a heritage permit is the Town’s call; ask its heritage planning staff before starting work. See permits and by-laws.

Sources

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence — Town of Oakville. Licence. Register checked September 24, 2026; the Town’s record is authoritative.