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Dundullimal Homestead
Dubbo Central West NSW Australia
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National Trust's Dundullimal Property
- Dundullimal Homestead.
Dundullimal is Australia’s oldest timber slab homestead and Dubbo’s oldest building open to the public.
Built in the early 1840s Dundullimal is a finely crafted, rustic home with its interior remarkably sophisticated for its time.
The property reflects the essential elements of rural life on a large, isolated property during the nineteenth century.
Including -
- Louvre and multiple-paned glazing opening onto the verandah.
- ‘tent’ shaped plaster ceiling in the sitting room.
- wallpaper reproduced from an 1850 patent.
- master bedroom complete with iron bed and campaign chest....John Maughan was a wealthy merchant who owned several properties including Dundullimal. His travelling chest is still featured in the bedroom, topped with a Victorian mirror.
Including the traditional sandstone stables complex with -
- blacksmith's forge
- coach room
- sunken cool room
- stores and stables
Set on 4 hectares Dundullimal is surrounded by farmland but only 5 minutes from Dubbo city centre (2km past the Western Plains Zoo).
You can experience Australian pioneering history with a leisurely self guided tour of the property. The homestead's garden is traditional and spacious providing ideal spots for picnics and children's play.
Children will also enjoy a visit to the farm animals.
- Light refreshments as in a Devonshire tea are available
- A lunch & guided tour package is available for Tour Groups.
- Education programs for primary and secondary schools.
- Demonstrations and children's activities in Holiday Seasons.
- Volunteer guides are available for assistance if you wish.
- Parking for cars and coaches.
- Disabled Access.
About Dundullimal Homestead.
DUNDULLIMAL HOMESTEAD
23L Obley Rd
Dubbo NSW 2830 Australia
Phone 02 6884 9984
Opening Hours
Tuesday to Thursday - 9am to 4pm
Dundullimal Reserve - this riverside reserve on the south western side of Dubbo City is good for picnicking, bird watching and fishing. Tracker Riley cycleway extends to Dundullimal from the Western Plains Zoo.
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