Historical information
Pines. Royal Mail Hotel Glenorchy 1863-1870.
In 1862 John Meredith let a contract to Candy & Giles to build this hotel. It was a large brick building and elaborately furnished and had most expensive accommodation. It was opened with a Dinner and Grand Ball in 1863. W.B. Pine was the first Licensee.
Physical description
Large Brick Hotel with wing each side of central verandah. Men and women standing in front. Women in hoop dresses and one man holding shovel