This is the oldest house in Victoria which is still in its original state. It was built in 1852 by John Sebastian Helmcken a doctor, who was originally from England and became Victorias first acadamy trained doctor. The log cabin was built originally with three rooms for him and his wife and was expanded over the years to 10 rooms so it could accomodate their seven children. It remained their family home until 1939. In 1941 it was opened to the public as a museum.

Dr Helmcken died after a tragic illness and he was cared for by one of his daughters Dolly, she would play the piano for him sometimes for many hours to try and help him through his pain, their spirits are often witnessed at the house, and the piano is heard playing when no one is there.