Winbourne was originally granted to George Cox in the early 1800s. Cox built the house and established a large estate, which included orchards, vineyards, wheat fields and dairying. The family remained on the property until 1901. The gatehouse, also known as the Lodge was a octagonal structure built in the 1850s of brick. It had three rooms and an annex at the rear. It is believed that it has been the home of the Dyke and Cremers families. It remained standing until 1965 when it had to be demolished due to its dilapidated state. The identity of the man is not known.
