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The phrase that comes to mind when approaching the Queenscliff Hotel is ‘Grand Old Lady’. The front entry is very fancy, and the turret is a special feature. In 1887 the hotel was built by Melbourne architects Reed, Henderson and Smart for Martha Nugen and Joseph Goslin in the style of a large house rather than a public building. The style of the structure is of interest for its reflection of Northern European Renaissance architecture, particularly from countries such as France and the Netherlands. The Queenscliff Hotel is of social significance for its association with wealthy Victorian Society around the turn of the century who regarded Queenscliff as a fashionable summer holiday resort. Today, not much has changed. The hotel now has 17 guest rooms, each with their own style, and most with their own ensuite. The rooms feature antique brass beds and carefully restored antique furniture. |
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