Beechworth
The Beechworth Celtic Festival is an annual event that takes place throughout the streets, pubs, halls and other venues in Beechworth. Each year the the Festival attracts thousands of people to town to enjoy the entertainment that spans an entire weekend in November. The Celtic Festival is a great day out for everyone with many free events, stages, street performances and community groups getting involved. There are also a number of ticketed events which offer value for money and ticket holders see some of Australia's finest musicians and performers. With marching bands, pipe bands, Celtic musicians, street performers, dancers, markets and food the Beechworth Celtic festival is weekend of fun for all.
Beechworth is home to some of Australia's most iconic flora and fauna. Within minutes of the centre of town you may see koala's, kookaburra's, kangaroos, wallabies, cockatoos, blue tongued lizards, echidna's and wombats. There are also majestic gum trees, waterfalls, cascades and bush walks. Beechworth has plenty of walks to enjoy. From the casual strolls around the streets of Beechworth to the many bush trails and walks that let you discover hidden disused mines, waterfalls, cascades, creeks, typical Australian bush and wildlife there is a walk to suit everyone. Walks in Beechworth cover all levels of fitness with some longer more challenging bush walks to easy walks that let you experience this amazing part of Australia.
As well as being Victoria's best preserved gold mining town, Beechworth also has a number of remnants and ruins of our past. The Beechworth hospital facade is one such ruin and the most significant of all the partly remaining buildings in town. The hospital facade has a great, but in some ways sad, story and it is worth the short walk from the centre of town to see the facade and read its story. There is an informational board on site. The Beechworth Hospital Facade also makes a great location for wedding photos as well as happy snaps of your time in Beechworth. The hospital facade is located at the end of Church Street, approximately a five minute walk from the corner of Ford and Church Streets
Drive Back in Time is a popular annual Beechworth event held over two days each autumn. With polished chrome the proud owners present their vehicles in a static parade along Ford Street Beechworth in front of the Historic Precinct. There is also a steam display in the nearby Police Paddocks. The Beechworth Drive Back in Time weekend also includes a guided tour of the region by local enthusiasts. The weekend includes displays of cars, trucks and motor cycles as well as steam engines and other displays. There are various award categories and other informational displays on the day. The display to free to see and a great day out for both motoring enthusiasts and those enjoy a good family day out.
The Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Easter Festival is traditionally the biggest annual festival on the Beechworth calendar and each year attracts around ten thousand visitors to the region with many booking out accommodation and restaurants years in advance. The festival also attracts many day visitors from the surrounding districts all keen to see the spectacle. The weekend highlight is the Beechworth Golden Horseshoes Easter Festival parade which makes its way down Ford Street to the delight of onlookers and varies each year to include everything from elephants to the local comical marching band. There are plenty of activities during this weekend with the popular Easter egg hunt and side shows popular amongst the children.
Opera in the Alps is held each year in the grounds of Mayday Hills. With a typical Australia bush backdrop Opera in the Alps has been staged in Beechworth each January for a number of years and each event attracts visitors from around Australia. Regular headline acts have included performers such as Marina Prior, David Hobson and James Morrison as well as some of Australia's rising stars. Tickets for Opera in the Alps should always be booked in advance as the popular seating and picnic areas do sell out. Ticket options may vary from year to year but generally included a seated area and a BYO chair and picnic area. Food and alcohol are available on site.
Chestnut Farm Cottage is a charming country retreat situated just ten minutes from Beechworth near the village of Stanley. Fully self-contained, the cottage provides cosy accommodation for two people – although those travelling solo are also more than welcome!
Garden Cottage is found within the foothills of the Alps, in the small township of Stanley, just 10 minutes into the hills from Beechworth, north east Victoria.
Specifically designed for couples, Stone Tryst Spa Villas are the very latest in exclusive luxury Beechworth accommodation. Perched on 5 acres overlooking the craggy Beechworth Gorge, each of the three villas commands stunning panoramic views.
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A three bedroom self-contained cottage accommodating up to eight people. Located just a short walk to the centre of town, everything is supplied. The cottage is child and pet friendly with a large and secure back yard. Tariffs start at $130 for the first couple with additional adults welcome at just $30 per night, and additional child just $20 per night. There is no charge for pets.
Excellent self contained family and group accommodation sleeping upto 11 people in a new and centrally located 32 square holiday home with all comforts including wood fire, heating and cooling. There are four bedrooms with King, Queen, Single, window bench beds, each has a telivison. There is also a separate spa bathroom, off street under cover parking and a bike security area. A light breakfast including cereals supplied and the Rail Trail is on your front doorstep.
Two one bedroom and two, two bedroom luxury, self contained cottages set on the 1 ½ acre Stonebrae Mews Estate; landscaped gardens overlooking the Beechworth Gorge and Woolshed Valley.
Two separate, fully self-contained cottages offering complete privacy and luxury in a tranquil bush setting. Situated just 4.8 km's from the heart of Beechworth each cottage offers two bedrooms, one queen, two single beds and a double pull out sofa lounge in the living area. Full sized working kitchen complete with microwave and fridge, bathroom with double spa and shower. Ceiling fans, gas log heater, electric blankets, hair dryer, television, airconditioning, video & laundry. There is also an under cover BBQ area.
Situated just 100 yards from the Post Office, The Stone Cottage offers quiet and totally private self contained accommodation.
Blue Wren is Beechworth's newest luxury self-contained accommodation. Located close to Spring Creek, Lake Sambell & the town centre the two story architecturally designed cottage boasts two ensuite bedrooms with queen size beds, kitchen, laundry, TV, video, DVD, split system airconditioning / heater & all linen. Continental breakfast provisions are provided and in the evening you can enjoy a BBQ next to the creek in the private garden. The cottage is set amongst beautiful gardens and Beechworth's historic Spring Creek where you can sit and relax and enjoy the bird life that frequent the gardens. Tariffs on request.
Four 8 square holiday cabins, each accommodating 5 - 6 people. Situated in a bush setting, 20 minutes walk from Woolshed Falls and 5km from Beechworth. All cabins have two bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen/dining, lounge, bathroom and it's own verandah. Doonas, pillows, spare blankets and electric blankets provided.
Located just 100 metres from the heart of Beechworth, Beeches on High is set on the historic banks of Beechworth's original gold digs at Spring Creek. The property and its landscaped gardens date back to the 1870's and accommodates up to 10 people.
Bloomfield is set in 2.5 acres of garden and walnut grove in the centre of Stanley village just 10 minutes drive from Beechworth. This gold rush era homestead offers self-contained accommodation comprising four bedrooms with en-suite, large lounge, dining room and country kitchen.
Three unique self-contained limestone cottage’s individually named Parsley, Sage and Thyme ideal for families and couples.
This unique timber and earth, two-storey house is set within beautiful parkland adjacent to the State Forest in the heart of the hamlet ofStanley, just ten minutes drive to Beechworth. The house has been completely renovated and fitted out with modern conveniences, attractive, comfortable furniture and high quality beds and linen. PlaneTrees Lodge is an idyllic retreat for families and groups that is tranquil, picturesque and private. The Stanley area includes beautiful forests, berry and fruit farms and many tracks perfect for walks and bicycle riding. The Stanley Pub is within walking distance. In addition to counter meals and good beer, the pub offers fine French bistro cuisine and an excellent wine list.
Beechworth Cabins offers centrally located accommodation in four superbly maintained cabins.
