The house probably dates from the 18th century and is alleged to have been the home of Wolraad Woltemade who, in 1773, performed the heroic deed for which he is now known. It was declared a National Monument under old NMC legislation on 29 October 1971.
Further Reading
www.sahistory.org.za/.../wolraad-woltemade-drowns-sea-after-saving-14- people-sinking-ship
www.sahistory.org.za/article/woltemade-award
www.sahistory.org.za/.../jonge-thomas-dutch-east-india-ship-wrecked-gale- near-salt-river-mouth-table-bay-wolraad-
www.sahistory.org.za/jquery_ajax.../national-orders-recipients-2003