About Us
'The Boutique Hotel' was originally built by Robert Moss, the owner and editor of the Mountaineer Newspaper in 1891 and named 'The Pines'.
It promptly burnt down and Robert was forced to rebuild the following year in 1892. We will be celebrating our 125 th anniversary in 2017.
The Guesthouse was built on part of the original Blackheath Convict Stockade of the 1840s.
Robert leased it to various guesthouse operators including Mrs Shiels, Mrs Stratton and Miss Fennell. After World War 1, Frank Hannell managed the property, then followed by The Railways Department who used it to accommodate staff in transit and those working on the electrification of the lines.
The Baptist Church purchased the property in the 1950s to use as holiday accommodation for members of the church and their families. Eventually the parsons bought it in the 1980s and calling it 'St Mounts' as fond memories of their English heritage.
It promptly burnt down and Robert was forced to rebuild the following year in 1892. We will be celebrating our 125 th anniversary in 2017.
The Guesthouse was built on part of the original Blackheath Convict Stockade of the 1840s.
Robert leased it to various guesthouse operators including Mrs Shiels, Mrs Stratton and Miss Fennell. After World War 1, Frank Hannell managed the property, then followed by The Railways Department who used it to accommodate staff in transit and those working on the electrification of the lines.
The Baptist Church purchased the property in the 1950s to use as holiday accommodation for members of the church and their families. Eventually the parsons bought it in the 1980s and calling it 'St Mounts' as fond memories of their English heritage.
The Blue Mountains - Blackheath
The Village of Blackheath nestles at the highest point of the Blue Mountains, on a 100 kilometre stretch of sandstone escarpment an hour and 3/4 drive from the Sydney CBD, 2 hours by comfortable train. The views drop away to the Megalong Valley to the west and the Grose Valley to the east.
It is surrounded by World Heritage Listed National Park and offers the visitor a unique opportunity to relax amid stunning scenery and enjoy a wide variety of interests and pursuits. For the more adventurous there are many opportunities for bushwalking, rock climbing or swimming in the historic Blackheath Pools.
Browse our art galleries, and antique shops, dawdle past beautiful gardens and pause at cafes and restaurants, a foodies heaven. Meet friendly locals and be entertained and intrigued by our history. Did Govett Leap or not?
We abound in festivals and markets. Blackheath has the relaxed vibe of a charming historic town with appeal for everyone. Come see for yourself.
The Village of Blackheath nestles at the highest point of the Blue Mountains, on a 100 kilometre stretch of sandstone escarpment an hour and 3/4 drive from the Sydney CBD, 2 hours by comfortable train. The views drop away to the Megalong Valley to the west and the Grose Valley to the east.
It is surrounded by World Heritage Listed National Park and offers the visitor a unique opportunity to relax amid stunning scenery and enjoy a wide variety of interests and pursuits. For the more adventurous there are many opportunities for bushwalking, rock climbing or swimming in the historic Blackheath Pools.
Browse our art galleries, and antique shops, dawdle past beautiful gardens and pause at cafes and restaurants, a foodies heaven. Meet friendly locals and be entertained and intrigued by our history. Did Govett Leap or not?
We abound in festivals and markets. Blackheath has the relaxed vibe of a charming historic town with appeal for everyone. Come see for yourself.
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