Lovers of fine art, gardens, history, architecture and more will have much to discover at The Cedars, a few minutes from historic Hahndorf. From 1912, this 36-acre (expanding to 132-acre) country property with its towering trees was home to iconic landscape painter and early conservationist Sir Hans Heysen, his wife Sallie and family of eight – including accomplished artist daughter Nora Heysen AM, first female winner of the Archibald Prize.
Many of their captivating works are displayed in the original furnished home which played regular host to Royal visitors and celebrities from film, ballet and opera – such was the fame of this artist who captured the light, texture and personality of the Australian landscape like no other.
The new Heysen Gallery, opened in July 2026, sits beautifully in the landscape of this special property, offering new and exciting exhibitions in a contemporary space honouring the landscape, lives and stories of the Heysen family. A new retail shop offers wonderful gifts and art to take home.
Guided and digital tours are offered of the house and original studios of both Hans and Nora Heysen as well as exploration of the property and Artist's Gardens.
