Built in 1925 by Michael Feros, this grand hotel is heritage listed and is still owned by the Feros family. It is a classic example of Australian hotel architecture of the 1920s.
This dominating building in the heart of Dorrigo links the past to the present. Heritage features include a soaring parapet, a wrought iron verandah and 1925 tiles, while the internal features include a lead light canopy, stained timber ceilings, picture rails and authentic skirting boards. With lots of accommodation options for the single person or family, it also has a traditional bistro, the Fernery Family bistro that offers meals to suit every member of the family. The Heritage Hotel is located only minutes from the spectacular Dorrigo Rainforest Centre where you can enjoy the world-heritage listed Gondwana rainforests by taking a guided tour or simply walk out on to the skywalk which sits on top of the rainforest canopy.
Dangar Falls Reserve is renowned for the Dangar Falls – a 30-meter waterfall that is viewable from the newly upgraded accessible viewing platform. Alternatively, you can get up close and personal at the base of the falls via a 10-minute walk along a newly renovated pathway. But this is not...
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Meander 10 minutes south of Armidale on Dangarsleigh Road and you’ll arrive at a long, tree-lined driveway whose reverence hints at the grand residence atop the hill. The 100-year-old homestead emerges from the trees as you follow the circular driveway up to the stately porte cochere and step out onto...
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Armidale foodies seeking fare with a French twist head along Rusden Street to find Café Patisserie. This cosy café buzzes with activity as locals stop by for a warm buttery croissant to go with their morning coffee, in rustic surrounds of painted brick, recycled timber, trailing greenery and Edison bulb...
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