Jackson Clark is a chef from Byron Bay who has come to Batchelor to open his first B&B. He bought the Mine Managers residence, which was a Backpackers Hostel for a short time before Jackson turned it into an up market retreat. This house was a clearly the manager's house in that it's the largest of the original houses, with five bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, plus a live-in maid quarters downstairs. Also the position commands a view over the parkland, and all sporting areas. The construction type and various features illustrate the care given to cater for the tropical conditions. It is sited for best use of prevailing winds, with many louvred windows; large overhanging vented eaves and gable air vents. Built in 1953-54 it was occupied by the most senior mine staff until 1971. The first Mine Manager, Mr Sydney Christie, MBE entertained many important guests including the Prime Minister of the time, Sir Robert Menzies, and the Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Phillip. Other dignitaries included executives and officials from Consolidated Zinc Proprietary, Australian Atomic Energy Commission and others. Thus the house is important not only because of its unique structure but also for the social history associated with the early uranium mining and the huge financial impact of the time. The house was nominated for heritage listing in 2004 and was sensitively restored for its present use as a bed and breakfast. It is in good structural condition and retains the original bathroom fittings. Furnishings are in keeping with its original purpose, and the well-kept garden shows this quality building to great advantage.,