Rainbow - Yurunga Homestead
Yurunga Homestead in Rainbow is a heritage-listed home built by Mr A.G. Cust in 1909. This huge Edwardian style home offers a glimpse into Mallee life during the early pioneering days of the region.
The railway came to Rainbow in 1898 and with it came prosperity to the town and surrounding area. Part of that prosperity was the establishment of Yurunga, a beautiful homestead built in 1909 to impress the people of Rainbow. And all these years later, it still impresses.
An underground living room to beat the hot weather was often used by the nearby hospital to give some respite from the heat. Discover the secret to staying cool for these early pioneers who were living in what at times was a harsh environment.
Wander the gardens and get a strong sense of what it was like for the early owners in those pioneering days. A house that guests could admire. Outside, the gardens and coach house tell their own story, and the site where the croquet green once stood reminds us of the social gatherings Yurunga was renowned for.
The homestead has a unique underground living room to ease living in the summer heat. The passionate and knowledgeable tour guides will enhance your appreciation of the homestead's history and the integral part it played in the Rainbow community.
Yurunga holds an impressive collection of local heritage. Visitors will leave with a great appreciation and understanding of Rainbow and the greater Mallee region.
Don't miss the fantastic mural at Yurunga painted by local artist Belinda Eckermann which depicts the history of the homestead through building and subsequent owners.
Opening Hours:
Open on Sundays (2-4pm) and by appointment.
Cost:
$7:50 adults, $5.00 secondary students, younger children no charge.
Location
1 Grey Street, Rainbow 3424 Map
✆ (03) 5395 1233 / 0428 951 233 / 0428 951 230
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