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Welcome to the Australian Heritage Touring and Accommodation web site

Australia has a rich architectural history, much of it built in the nineteenth century. Superb churches, town halls, post offices, schools and other civic works can be found in regional towns throughout the length and breadth of the country.

Many of these architectural gems can be found in out of the way places, and their history is interwoven with fascinating stories of the early pioneering families.

The Australian Heritage Touring and Accommodation Guide provides a comprehensive and insightful guide both to the remarkable architectural legacy which has been bequeathed to us.

In addition, it lists accommodation in these townships which are themselves historically significant allowing travellers to stay in B&Bs or Hotels which reflect the historical ambience of the towns.

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Beechworth

More than 30 National Trust classified buildings, many built using distinctive honey coloured local granite, stand on the wide tree-lined streets of historic Beechworth, one of the best preserved gold rush towns in Victoria.


Beechworth Historic Precinct (courtesy Tourism Victoria)

Town Features

  • Courthouse
  • Post Office
  • Ovens District Hospital Ruins
  • Burke Museum
  • Ford Street

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HERITAGE ACCOMMODATION

Freeman on Ford Bed & Breakfast (circa 1866)

Built on land granted to the Oriental Bank in August 1857 and designed by noted architect Leonard Terry, this building remained a bank for around 20 years before it was purchased for use as Australia’s second Brigidine convent (the first was at Echuca).

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Easily searched by state, region and alphabetically sorted by town, our navigational map will ensure you locate your place of interest.

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The Australian Heritage Touring and Accommodation Guide is produced in association with Australian Heritage magazine.