Built and occupied for a long period of time by the Assistant Commissary General Fulford B. Feilde, a veteran of the Battle of Waterloo, who was stationed for some time at Fort Wellington. He represents the era of Prescott's history when a garrison occupied Fort Wellington. 

The origins of the nickname of 'The Ark' are unknown. The building is a rectangular structure with its main entrance on the narrow side of the building. The roof has a fairly high gable, with a plain roof trim. The building is made of rubblestone and is mostly in its original state. 

This property is one of the less ornate structures of the mind ninetieth century and reflects a military atmosphere with its fortress-like stone walls.