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Beale Cottage
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Beale Cottage is a charming kauri and rimu cottage built in 1872 for the Beale family, early settlers in Hamilton. Restored and furnished with period pieces, the cottage provides an intimate look at domestic life in the 19th century. Visitors can wander through rooms decorated with original furniture, kitchenware, and textiles, while the garden features heritage plants. The cottage is a rare surviving example of colonial architecture in the city.
Don't miss
- Tour the furnished rooms to see original 19th-century household items.
- Stroll the heritage garden with plants typical of an 1870s settler home.
- Learn about the Beale family and early Hamilton history from volunteer guides.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Beale Cottage
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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