The Miners Cottages are found near the historic township of Cassilis, named after a small township in Scotland. In the 1800's at the peak of the gold boom, it was once a thriving mining center home to more than 500 people. The remains of the King Cassilis Mine are only a short drive up the road and filled with fascinating historic relics.

Discover the Omeo Region Gold Mining Heritage, its Historic sites and Bushranger Characters with over 160 years of history. Your Host Richard Darby can arrange a "Gold Prospecting" adventure you will never forget.

The Swifts Creek which runs only 30m from the cottages is gold bearing and pans can be readily arranged for you to try your luck in the beautiful and tranquil setting of the creek.

For further reading on the Cassilis Goldfields refer to the Omeoregion's page on The Historic Cassilis Goldfields