“A long-time local landmark, Beechworth's gold rush-era Oriental Bank has been transformed into a characterful owner-run B&B. Victorian-style rooms & 1930s inspired suites feature fireplaces, opulent textiles & marble bathrooms. Manicured gardens & a swimming pool frame the Italianate façade. ”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Brilliant for exploring the gold rush town of Beechworth, whilst based in a former bank from the town's heyday
  • Total relaxation

    • Unwind in one of six rooms & suites, enjoying home cooked breakfasts, refreshing swims & a real sense of calm
  • Great walks

    • Take a guided daily walking tour of Beechworth's Historic Precinct, including the Burke Museum, Courthouse & Telegraph Station
  • Historic

    • 1876, Freeman on Ford was originally the Oriental Bank, favoured by the area's Chinese gold mining population
  • Mountain biking

    • Follow the 56km Indigo Epic Trail, mountain biking from Beechworth to Yackandandah
  • Museums

    • Visit the Burke Museum for an insight into Beechworth's gold rush era history
  • Owner managed

    • Heidi Freeman and Jim Didolis have been welcoming guests for around 20 years
  • Wine tasting

    • Taste primarily Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at Beechworth's hillside vineyards
  • Golf

    • Play a round or two at the Beehworth Golf Course
  • No restaurant

    • Enjoy hearty homecooked breakfasts each morning
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Restrictions on children

  • Learning

  • Boutique

  • Quiet

  • Full of character

  • Lively area

  • Local markets

  • B&B

  • Whirlpool Bathtub

  • Intimate

  • Sights nearby

  • Chic

  • Traditional

  • Charming

  • Luxury

  • Retro/Vintage

  • Romantic

  • Landmark

  • Cycling

Facilities

  • Rooms

    7 rooms in this hotel
  • No restaurant

    Enjoy hearty homecooked breakfasts each morning
  • Suites

    Two 1930s-style suites with marble bathrooms
  • Swimming Pool

    12-metre pool with outdoor hot tub
  • Games room

    Darts and table tennis
  • Fireplace

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Outdoor dining

  • In room DVD

  • Internet

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

  • Whirlpool Bathtub

  • No pets

  • Restrictions on children

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Laundry

  • Adult Only

  • Air conditioning

  • Concierge

  • Garden

  • Sitting Room

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Wifi

  • Business Centre

  • Safe

  • Bath robes

  • Parking

Activities

  • Great walks

    • Take a guided daily walking tour of Beechworth's Historic Precinct, including the Burke Museum, Courthouse & Telegraph Station
  • Mountain biking

    • Follow the 56km Indigo Epic Trail, mountain biking from Beechworth to Yackandandah
  • Museums

    • Visit the Burke Museum for an insight into Beechworth's gold rush era history
  • Wine tasting

    • Taste primarily Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at Beechworth's hillside vineyards
  • Golf

    • Play a round or two at the Beehworth Golf Course
  • Learning

  • Local markets

  • Cycling

  • Sights nearby

Map & Location

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