A couple of weeks ago I visited this historic treasure with a group of National Trust friends. Bellevue Homestead was rescued by the National Trust in 1975 when it would have been covered by water in the Wivenhoe Dam. It was moved to a site which was actually the original entrance to the property and care was taken to map out gardens etc so the original layout could be replicated in its new home. Sadly the Trust was unable to afford to continue with the restoration and the property was sold in 2002. The present owners open the homestead on Sundays and offer tours and refreshments.Although the day was a bit drizzly, we all enjoyed a yummy morning tea and an interesting tour with the owner, John. The first photo is of the original part of the house, built in the late 1800s.
This section was built in 1905 as a guest wing and has a beautiful timber panelled dining room, as well as a ladies sitting room and a smoking room for the gentlemen. The Prince of Wales (later Edward VIII) stayed here in the 1920s.
This is the bedroom where he slept.
Hard to believe that his meals were probably prepared in this kitchen!Don't forget to pop over to Melody's to see who else is sharing today. Just click the link at the side.
