The Grange

The Grange is one of Mount Victoria's earliest buildings. It was built for W. R. Piddington, colonial secretary to Sir Henry Parkes, on a 35 hectare holding in 1876.

The home was designed by the well known architect John Horbury Hunt who made the most of the elevated position with magnificent views to the north west.

Many of the original fittings and much of the innate character of Hunt's design have been preserved: the charm of tall ceilings, the texture of sandstone and the warmth of timber combine to give The Grange a character all of its own.

Mount Victoria

Mount Victoria is a small village close to the highest point in the Blue Mountains, 122 km west of Sydney.

The village is renowned for its antique shops and excellent hostelries including the Victoria and Albert Guesthouse and the Imperial Hotel.

Mt Vic Flicks, the local cinema, has a charater which is quite unique.

Basic necessities are provided by the general store and the Post Office.

Activities

In close proximity to The Grange are numerous activities including walks and the scenic attractions of Pulpit Rock, The Bushrangers' Cave, Ross Glen, Mt Piddington, Fairy Bower, Cox's Cave, Mitchell's Lookout, Berghoffer's Pass and Lawsons Long Alley.

By car you have easy access to Jenolan Caves, Cox's River, Lithgow and Hasson's Walls, the Zig Zag Railway, Mt York, the famous gardens of Mt Wilson, Victoria Falls, Govett's Leap, the Megalong Valley and Newnes.

Sporting and recreational activities in the Blue Mountains area include: swimming, tennis, golf, lawn bowles and horse riding.

If you want more leisurely activities you could partake in the delights of the many and varied restaurants and tea houses.

The Grange can be used as a base for a relaxing or activity filled weekend, or for an extended stay for small groups or large.