European House #7 was built in the early 20th century when Cheung Chau was found to be an ideal alternative to The Peak as a site for holiday villas. There was a flurry of building in 1909-10, and it may have been built then.
House #7 was sturdily built of locally quarried granite blocks, secure enough to withstand the typhoon season in its exposed position, with a tiled timber roof, possibly reinforced with a course of masonry. Like the other villas, it faced south, with servants' quarters at the rear. It enjoyed superb views in all directions.
In 1938 its owner was recorded as Mr J. J. Lossius, who was a ship's captain, born in Norway.
Today the site of House #7 is occupied by part of the Salvation Army Bradbury Camp complex, a residential camp for groups and families.
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