About Lake Victoria Station
Lake Victoria Station is located in southwestern New South Wales, near the South Australian border on the banks of the Murray River. The station lies near Lake Victoria, Rufus which is a man-made reservoir that plays a critical role in water regulation for the Murray-Darling Basin. The station has a rich history of sheep grazing for wool and lamb production. The land features flat terrain, with a balanced mix Salt Bush and seasonal grasses. Since acquiring the property in 2021, hosts Deon and Rada have dedicated themselves to restoring its historical charm while advancing toward sustainable tourism with eco-friendly accommodation facilities.
Our History
Lake Victoria Station was one of the largest and most historically significant properties in the area. Established in 1847 by George Melrose, it expanded to approximately 1,660,000 acres by 1886. Positioned along the Murray River, the station once served as a vital riverboat stop. However, as river transport declined in the 1920s, operations shifted to the Nulla Nulla outstation. The homestead and surrounding buildings remain a testament to the station’s rich history and are considered valuable for preservation.
Lake Victoria Station was one of the largest and most historically significant properties in the area. Established in 1847 by George Melrose, it expanded to approximately 1,660,000 acres by 1886. Positioned along the Murray River, the station once served as a vital riverboat stop. However, as river transport declined in the 1920s, operations shifted to the Nulla Nulla outstation. The homestead and surrounding buildings remain a testament to the station’s rich history and are considered valuable for preservation.
Our History
About the Homestead
The homestead is an single-story building constructed from rendered brick. Its long, rectangular design is complemented by a spacious wraparound veranda, supported by turned wooden posts and featuring an intricate frieze of turned timber balustrades. Connected by a breezeway, a second rendered brick structure houses the kitchen and former servants’ quarters. Both buildings have undergone recent upgrades with minimal alterations.
Nearby, a collection of historic structures include station store, wagon shed, and workshop. These buildings are made of stone rubble walls with brick quoins at the corners and window casings, reminiscent of South Australian architecture. The high-gabled iron roof and veranda are supported by timber posts. Inside the store, a large cedar bench with a money drawer remains, along with a loft that leads to an upper-level doorway, once used for unloading supplies directly onto waiting wagons
