About Old Government House
Old Government House is a heritage-listed former vice-regal summer residence located within Belair National Park in Belair, City of Mitcham, South Australia. Built in 1859-1860 for Governor Sir Richard Graves MacDonnell, it served as the Governor's summer retreat until 1880. The restored colonial building is now a house museum displaying period furnishings and vice-regal history.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a restored 19th-century colonial residence set within the bushland of Belair National Park. The two-storey stone building contains period-furnished rooms, vice-regal memorabilia and interpretive displays. Access is by guided tour led by volunteers, exploring ground and upper floors, verandahs and surrounding gardens. The setting is within the national park with walking trails, picnic areas and native vegetation surrounding the house.
Key highlights
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Former summer residence of the Governor of South Australia (1860-1880)
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Heritage-listed colonial architecture with period furnishings
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Located within Belair National Park, South Australia's oldest national park
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Volunteer-guided tours with vice-regal history interpretation
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Surrounding parkland with walking trails and picnic areas