Green Gables - History

Green Gables was originally a Temperance Hall built in 1879 and opened with great demonstration in December of the same year.

It is historically significant as the first purpose-built community building in the Tilba area and served as a meeting hall before the construction of the Little and Large Halls at Central Tilba.

The original building has been surrounded by wide verandahs and numerous gables have been added– from which the name Green Gables is derived.

historic Tilba

Today Green Gables is a landmark in the Tilba Tilba village with its prominent position on Corkhill Drive » see maps

Tilba Tilba and Central Tilba - a short distance away - are beautifully preserved heritage villages with a rich history stemming from gold discoveries in the local area in the 19th century.

Alluvial and reef gold was discovered on nearby Gulaga - Mount Dromedary in the late 1800s which led to a gold mining boom in the early 1900s. The twin villages of Tilba Tilba and Central Tilba flourished during this time.

The dairy industry, once important to the economy of the area, is now represented by the award winning ABC Cheese Factory at Central Tilba.

The villages are now classified by the National Trust and are identified as one of Australia’s top 20 heritage sites

relax at green gables

Green Gables offers guests the perfect bed and breakfast experience. Simply relax and soak up its welcoming atmosphere. And from its convenient location enjoy all aspects of the Tilba area.
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