Binnawee Homestead

Binnawee Homestead is a two-storey Georgian brick building erected in the 1850s, featuring a steeply pitched hipped roof, timber verandahs, and multiple fireplaces with corbelled brick chimneys. The structure retains original window glazing and construction details that reflect 19th-century Australian building techniques.

The property was first acquired by Henry Cox in 1834 before William Lewis constructed the Georgian house in the 1850s, then passed through multiple owners over time. The building's longevity through the following decades led to its recognition as a heritage site.

The kitchen block displays carved initials left by numerous visitors across generations, creating a tangible record of people who stayed here over time.

The building has sustained damage to the kitchen block and other structural areas requiring extensive restoration work. Visitors should check conditions and accessibility before planning a visit to the site.

The structure preserves its original Georgian-era window glazing, offering rare insight into how 19th-century craftspeople produced and fitted glass in Australia. These surviving elements provide a direct connection to period construction practices.

Location: New South Wales

GPS coordinates: -32.51000,149.50900

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42