Carwoola Homestead, Colonial homestead in Southern Tablelands, Australia
Carwoola Homestead is a colonial-era residence in the Southern Tablelands, consisting of a two-story main building with attached wings and multiple stone structures. The complex includes stables, worker cottages, and other outbuildings spread across the property.
William Rutledge acquired the property in 1836 and transformed it into a major pastoral holding that shaped the region. The family's tenure extended across several generations, establishing the homestead as a significant local hub.
The name Carwoola comes from an Aboriginal word meaning the meeting of waters on the plain. The property's connection to the land and early settlement patterns is visible in how the buildings relate to the surrounding landscape.
The property sits near Captains Flat Road and is surrounded by open agricultural land. The Southern Tablelands have changeable weather, so visitors should prepare for cool temperatures and wind at any time of year.
A family member donated land to build St. Thomas Anglican Church on the property between 1872 and 1874. The church and its burial ground remain intact, reflecting the family's role in local community and spiritual life.
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