Richly Storied, Exceptional Travel Experiences for History Lovers.


Historic Stays was created out of a long-held passion for our built heritage. For many of us, there’s something magical about homes rich in history and character. The timeless beauty of cast iron lacework, flagstone floors, handmade red bricks each unique in colour & texture, or rough-hewn golden sandstone. Old staircases worn in the middle from countless footsteps. Intricate, colourful stained glass windows and doors. That strangely familiar scent of history, that resonates deeply within us. Historic places invite us allow us to slow down, rest, and return to a simpler time… even if just for a short while.

Recent times have been unsettling for us all, and now more than ever, we need that perfect place to escape and unwind. When you have a preference for historic accommodation, the search can be overwhelming - it often takes hours to find that perfect property that ticks all the boxes.

Historic Stays represents properties you’ll fall in love with, each representing a unique Australian story. We carefully handpick each of our stays for their authentic period charm, accommodation quality, guest reviews and attention to detail, to ensure you have an experience to remember.

Enjoy browsing the collection, and be inspired to holiday with history!


Listing Your Property

Interested in having your historic property featured? We represent unique properties built c. 1940 or earlier that have significant original features, historic charm & character, and a premium level of accommodation. Please contact us to request further information. We do have a strict listing criteria to ensure our properties reflect our reader expectations, and regrettably cannot guarantee your property will be featured.


As Seen In

 We acknowledge the Boon Wurrung people as the traditional owners & custodians of the land on which we work.

We pay our respects to their ancestors and Elders past, present, and future.