The house was built 1791-2 by the East India Company, who governed the island until 1834, when it became a crown colony, although Governors of the island have continued to use the property since.
The house was built 1791-2 by the East India Company, as a "country" residence for the Governor. The Company governed the island until 1834, when it became a crown colony, although Governors of the island have continued to use the property since.