1860 Luxury Accommodation

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Beechworth, VIC

Beechworth Gaol Unlocked5 min walk
Lake Sambell7 min walk
Burke Museum8 min walk
Albury, NSW (ABX)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Have you ever stayed in an original 1860's timber slab hut? This is no ordinary building and will make your stay in Beechworth very memorable. 1860 once had mud floors and a shingle roof but has been lovingly restored over many years to offer couples luxury, tranquillity and total privacy - an amazing transformation from its humble beginnings. It's romantic and built with an eye for detail, from the well stocked pantry to the craftsmanship and skill of the restoration.

With an open fire, double bath, huge leather lounge, king sized bed and full kitchen, 1860 overlooks Spring Creek and the surrounding parklands of Lake Sambell. The decor is simple, elegant and of very high quality (with no lace or doilies in sight). 1860 is a 5 minute walk to the centre of Beechworth, has off-street parking and is at the end of a quiet laneway.

1860 was voted in the Top 100 best new discoveries in Travel & Leisure Magazine and was awarded 'Most Environmentally Sustainable Business' in the 2011 Shire of Indigo Business Awards.

Built in the 1860's by a timber feller & carpenter, 1860 was deconstructed piece by piece and moved from Taggerty to Beechworth to save it from the ravages of time & weather. It was rebuilt using traditional methods to maintain the integrity and historic value of the building.

Fully self contained for couples, 1860 is packed with features to make your stay truly memorable.

Room 1 - Bedroom

Cushion top Sealy king size bed
Luxury 1000 thread count cotton sheets
A choice of firm or softer pillows
Television & DVD
Electric blanket
White fluffy robes
Split system heating & cooling

Ensuite

Deep & wide 2 person bath
Separate shower
Sheridan bath sheets and towels

Room 2 - Kitchen

Smeg dishwasher
Smeg microwave/convection oven
Full sized fridge
All glassware, kitchen equipment & dining settings
Timber bench tops
Washing machine, clothes dryer
Split system heating & cooling

Lounge/Dining

Stone open fireplace built by renowned stone mason
Leather daybed
Leather couches
Timber dining room table
LCD television & DVD
Stereo

General

Free WIFI
Red gum & jarrah floorboards
Vaulted baltic pine ceilings
BBQ - Webber
Outdoor verandah furniture

Floors, ceilings, bench tops, walls, roof and verandah are all made from reclaimed timbers and materials. Minimal environmental impact has been important in the construction of 1860.

Property manager

Gina Bladon

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Beechworth

Located in Beechworth, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Beechworth Historic Park and Beechworth Bushland Reserve, while Beechworth Gaol Unlocked and Burke Museum are cultural highlights. Take time off to check out the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking, cycling, and hiking nearby.

Beechworth, VIC

What's nearby

Beechworth Gaol Unlocked - 5 min walk
Beechworth Visitor Information Centre - 7 min walk
Lake Sambell - 7 min walk
Beechworth Historic Courthouse - 7 min walk
Burke Museum - 8 min walk

Getting around

Albury, NSW (ABX) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

Beechworth Bakery - 9 min walk
Chinese Village Restaurant - 8 min walk
Bridge Road Brewers - 9 min walk
Beechworth Pizza & Takeaway - 10 min walk
The Corner Cafe - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1860 Luxury Accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

15 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Something different with everything you need

Well appointed and easy process with property manager; fantastic for a couple.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ruth s.

11 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beechworth stay

Loved our time in this luxurious cabin. All perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ash S.

4 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1860

Beautiful cabin, close to town, the cabin design and history was remarkable. Great hospitable hosts. If you stay here, do have a dip at the local waterfalls!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

25 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review

Stunning property, has everything from charm to air conditioning! I have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone...

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil R.

7 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Special romantic getaway

Beautiful romantic retreat. Instructions were very clear and amenities were wonderful. Especially loved the deep, two-person tub, the extremely comfortable bed and private surroundings. Definitely would recommend!!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gina Bladon

We live and work in the beautiful town of Beechworth. Originally from Melbourne, we switched to bring our kids up in a small town, with fresh air and beautiful nature nearby. We love mountain bike riding, camping in the nearby national parks and the restaurants, wineries and breweries that surround Beechworth.

Why they chose this property

1860 is a totally unique building. It is an original timber 'slab hut', built in the 1860's using traditional Australian techniques by a timber feller and carpenter to house his family in the forests outside of Melbourne.

We purchased the building from a farm located 3 hours from Beechworth. We deconstructed it, numbered all the timber slabs and transported the pieces back to Beechworth on a truck. Over the next 4 years, we rebuilt 1860. With our own mobile timber mill, we milled the timber required, dismantled buildings to rescue beautiful jarrah and redgum flooring and deconstructed circa 1860's stables to secure enough timber slabs for the kitchen and bathroom.

The building has been restored with respect and sensitivity, to preserve the ambience the building and add modern day luxuries.

What makes this property unique

1860 is a building built on principles of sustainability and low embodied energy. The building has been re-purposed into luxury accommodation with original timbers milled in the 1860's. It is like no other building in Victoria as it retains its unique character but adds all the comforts of the modern era.

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