Tomago House C1843 - National Trust NSW

Tomago House C1843 - National Trust NSW Currently closed.No open days scheduled. Tomago House c1843 is a National Trust NSW historic treasure complete with attics, cellars and a Chapel.

Tomago House was built by one of Australia's leading politico-legal figures, barrister Richard Windeyer. The house formed the nucleus of a vast mid-19th century agricultural estate, as well as being Windeyer's country residence. The vineyard was established with plantings from James King of Irrawang, who was known to be producing good wines by 1840 and work on the house began in the early 1840s. Windeyer died in 1847, leaving his wife Maria to complete and refinance the property and maintain its viability. This she did, adding a Chapel in 1860-1861. Maria’s interest in the property is thought to have continued after her death, with inexplicable sightings of an elderly woman rocking in her chair on the verandah, keeping a watchful eye in the cellars. Tomago House is noted for its fine verandahs overlooking pastoral land; interiors reflecting the lives and times of a family of status and a social history spanning three generations.

When the wild weather rolls through, there’s always a little nervousness wondering what you’ll find when you turn up to ...
15/08/2026

When the wild weather rolls through, there’s always a little nervousness wondering what you’ll find when you turn up to Tomago. Thankfully, this time there was no major damage—just one tree down that is far from the house and plenty of fallen branches, leaves and debris to clean up. 🌿💨

Grateful it was nothing more serious!

The Windeyer Coat of Arms reflects the legacy of the Windeyer family, who built Tomago House in the 1840s as a country r...
29/06/2026

The Windeyer Coat of Arms reflects the legacy of the Windeyer family, who built Tomago House in the 1840s as a country retreat. The Windeyer family history reaches further back, linking to Swiss-Bernese roots.

As a barrister, politician and advocate for education, the Windeyers played an important role in shaping early colonial society in NSW.

Not gonna lie, as the dirt and grass came away from the path, I was hoping there would be more stone path... but sadly t...
06/06/2026

Not gonna lie, as the dirt and grass came away from the path, I was hoping there would be more stone path... but sadly that was it.
Outside at Tomago this time of year is the best
Our new fence looks amazing and some little tube stock natives have been planted that will hopefully grow to give some more colour and coverage.

Slowly but surely, this old girl is coming back to life.

Now that the rain (and hopefully the mosquitoes 🦟) are gone the garden get some much needed attention.
30/05/2026

Now that the rain (and hopefully the mosquitoes 🦟) are gone the garden get some much needed attention.

Our grass desperately needed a haircut. Looking much better.
11/05/2026

Our grass desperately needed a haircut. Looking much better.

Anyone who follows Tomago House knows that Maria Windeyer was a strong, smart and significant woman of her time. But the...
23/04/2026

Anyone who follows Tomago House knows that Maria Windeyer was a strong, smart and significant woman of her time. But there are others

The Newcastle and Hunter Branch of the Friends of National Trust Newcastle/Hunter Valley are excited to share a walking tour that highlights Significant Women of Newcastle.

See the link for more info

Discover the many sites across Newcastle city where acclaimed Australian women lived, worked, wrote, created and where pioneering activist women transform...

From above, the details shine even brighter. The Georgian cut‑glass chandelier shows off its graceful arms, brass candle...
18/04/2026

From above, the details shine even brighter. The Georgian cut‑glass chandelier shows off its graceful arms, brass candle holders and sparkling drops.

Chapel fence first coat applied. More works in the planning. Gotta love Tomago House!
13/04/2026

Chapel fence first coat applied. More works in the planning. Gotta love Tomago House!

Good morning
30/03/2026

Good morning

Coming to end of Jacaranda season.
22/11/2025

Coming to end of Jacaranda season.

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421 Tomago Road
Tomago, NSW
2322

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+61249648959

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