For decades, Gungahlin Homestead has been hidden from public view. Now, for the first time, you can step inside.
Join Linda Roberts as she walks you through one of the ACT’s most significant heritage properties. From the rendered brick Georgian rooms built in the 1860s to the grand sandstone Victorian wing added by Edward Crace in 1883, this guided walkthrough reveals the craftsmanship, the stories, and the quiet beauty of a place most Canberrans have never seen.
Linda takes you through the Homestead’s key spaces, sharing insights into the building’s layered history — from its pastoral origins through 70 years as the CSIRO’s national wildlife research station, to its new chapter under Crace Holdings. It’s a rare look behind the heritage gates.
Watch the full walkthrough:
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If this video inspires you to see Gungahlin Homestead for yourself, you’re in luck. The National Trust ACT is hosting an Open Day on Saturday 11 April 2026 as part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival. Guided tours, talks, and refreshments — it’s a rare opportunity to experience this remarkable place firsthand.
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Gungahlin Homestead is one of the oldest heritage properties in the ACT, located on the corner of Gungahlin Drive and Barton Highway in the Canberra suburb of Crace. Built in two major stages — a rendered brick Georgian house in 1862–65 and a grand sandstone Victorian addition by Edward Crace in 1883 — the estate served as a pastoral property before becoming the CSIRO’s national wildlife research station for 70 years. Crace Holdings purchased the 36-hectare estate in 2023 and is now progressing plans to conserve the Homestead and create a vibrant retirement living community on the grounds.
