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Historic house · Hahndorf, Austrália Meridional
The Cedars (Heysen The Cedars)
House, studio and garden of landscape painter Hans Heysen, near Hahndorf, with works by him and his daughter Nora Heysen and trails through eucalyptus trees.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About The Cedars (Heysen The Cedars)
The Cedars is about 2 km from Hahndorf, on a property surrounded by eucalyptus trees and large cedars that give the place its name. It was bought in 1912 by painter Hans Heysen, one of Australia’s great landscapists, famous for depicting eucalypts and the light of the hills; he lived there with his family until his death in 1968.
The house retains original furniture and objects and displays works by Hans and his daughter Nora Heysen, the first woman to win the Archibald Prize for portraiture and the country’s first official war artist. Hans’s 1912 studio is as he left it, with brushes, sketches and canvases, and is considered the oldest preserved artist’s studio in Australia.
The artist’s garden, planted by the family, and a woodland trail show the landscapes that inspired the paintings. A newer gallery on the same property hosts exhibitions about the Heysen family, and there is a café.
There is an entry fee, with options for guided tours of the house and studios or only the gardens. Opening days vary; check the website before you go.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 1 to 2 hours.
Best time
In spring and autumn, when the garden is in bloom or the trees show their colours. Aim to arrive early to secure a spot on the guided tour.
How to get there
By car from Hahndorf, a few minutes via Heysen Road. There is no public transport to the door.
Tip
Take the guided tour to enter the house and studio. Combine it with lunch on Hahndorf’s main street.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about The Cedars (Heysen The Cedars)
Who was Hans Heysen?
One of Australia’s leading landscape painters, famous for his eucalypts and the light of the Adelaide Hills. He lived at The Cedars from 1912 until 1968.
Is there an entry fee for The Cedars?
Yes, there is an entry fee, with options for guided tours of the house and studios or garden-only admission.
Where is The Cedars located?
About 2 km from Hahndorf, via Heysen Road, in the Adelaide Hills.