... St Andrews Guesthouse...Functional Object: Oaklands Guesthouse, Detail...Guesthouses played an important part in the popularity of Flinders as a holiday and golfing destination, especially during the summer.
The pristine air and water at coastal resorts like Flinders were considered beneficial for the health...The boom era for guesthouses began in the late 1800s after the first railways reached the area.
Guests would travel by rail to Bittern (or later Red Hill) and then be taken by horse-drawn coach to their guesthouse. ...
Stories of a time in history when holidaying was a grand pastime, and when special and unique places in Victoria began to be appreciated, celebrated and shared in that iconic mode of communication: the picture postcard.
Inspired by postcards in their collections, eight historical societies developed themes to explore the history of the Mornington Peninsula.
This story is based on a touring exhibition which was initiated by the Mornington Peninsula Local History Network and the Mornington Peninsula Shire.
