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Norman House, Albany

Norman House, built in 1852 for local pioneer George Cheyne and overlooking the beautiful Princess Royal Harbour, remains one of Albany‘s historic landmarks.

Listed by the National Trust, along with the old English Oak and grand magnolia, Norman House has stood the test of time, and even boisterous young men, as a hostel for country boys from 1946 to 1963.

Your hosts, Wayne and Pam Stockley invite you to experience the old world charm and warm hospitality of Norman House. With eight bedrooms there is sure to be one to suit you. There are rooms with ensuite bathrooms, others with shared facilites, large ones for all the family and small ones for the budget conscious…something for everyone.

Forget the stress of driving when staying at Norman House. Park the car and simply stroll into the city. Sample the local fare, visit the museums, browse the local antique shops for a bargain, or just sit and watch the boats in the harbour. Return at day’s end for afternoon tea in our cosy lounge or the upstairs sunnroom. Made with eggs from Elizabeth the duck, or one of our hens if she’s not laying!

Perhaps you’d even like to collect the eggs for the morning’s breakfast? While you’re here borrow a bike or some fishing tackle, head for the mountains with a Norman House picnic hamper, go whale watching, smell the wildflowers, taste some wine, the possibilities are endless!

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