Glenalvon House, Georgian colonial residence in Campbelltown, Australia
Description
Glenalvon House is a two-story sandstone residence with Doric columns supporting a stone-flagged verandah and symmetrically arranged windows across the facade. The property includes service quarters, a coach house, and stables that remain standing on the grounds.
History
Michael Byrne, son of an Irish rebel, built the house in 1841 during the early settlement period of New South Wales. Its construction reflected the wealth and stability of settlers during that growing colonial era.
Culture
The house preserves original cedar joinery and marble fireplaces that show the craftsmanship of early European settlers. These details reflect how wealthy families in the 1800s designed their homes.
Practical
The Campbelltown and Airds Historical Society operates the property with guided tours through the house, gardens, and outbuildings on selected Mondays and Saturdays. Visitors should check in advance as opening times vary and are not available daily.
Did you know?
The property preserves not just the main house but a complete system of servants' quarters, coach house, and stables that reveal the spatial hierarchy of a colonial household. Rarely does the entire infrastructure of a household from this period survive as intact as it does here.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (New South Wales).
Campbelltown Stadium
2.6 km
Camelot, Kirkham
10.6 km
Camden Park Estate
9 km
Mount Annan Botanic Garden
4.4 km
Studley Park
8.1 km
Beulah
8.7 km
Denham Court
9.8 km
Oran Park
8.8 km
St John's Catholic Church, Campbelltown
911 m
Campbelltown Arts Centre
800 m
Raby, Catherine Field
8.7 km
Menangle Railway Bridge
8.6 km
Denfield
4.4 km
Holly Lea and Plough Inn
2.5 km
Australian PlantBank
4.2 km
Glenlee, Menangle Park
5.7 km
St Helen's Park
3.9 km
Campbelltown Post Office
257 m
St Thomas' Anglican Church, Narellan
7.7 km
Commercial Banking Company of Sydney, Campbelltown Branch
287 m
Our Lady of Kazan Convent
4.3 km
Epping Forest, Kearns
5.6 km
Denham Court Anglican Church
9.8 km
Jose Rizal historical marker
4.3 km
Oran Park Library
10 km
Willowdale Retirement Village War Memorial
10.6 km
Keith Longhurst Reserve
7.3 km
Horse trough
9 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes