ATTRACTIONS LARRAKEYAH NT

The four houses making up the Myilly Point Heritage Precinct are the last of their kind in their original location and are prime examples of pre World War II Darwin architecture. This precinct represents the conclusion of a Commonwealth Government policy for an 'approved housing scheme' for high-ranking government officers, originally formulated under the first major town planning scheme of the early 1930s. The creative talents of the architect B.C.G. Burnett were to change the face of Darwin. Burnett designed a series of homes adapted to the climatic conditions of the Top End, which included the use of lightweight materials and natural ventilation. The houses have had continuous use as housing from their date of construction, are the best surviving examples of B.C.G. Burnett's work. Entry is via a gold coin donation. Burnett House is open for high tea every Sunday (charge applies), please contact the National Trust for further details.

There's nothing better than sipping tea in beautiful setting, and what better place to do this in Darwin than at the elegant Burnett House, with its lush gardens and incredible views across the harbour. After surviving bullets, bombs and cyclones, Burnett House, one of the city's best examples of tropical architecture, is now in the hands of the National Trust. Wind down after a busy weekend with a delightful afternoon tea, available every Sunday from 3pm until 5pm. Savour delicious specialty cakes and scones with freshly prepared jam and clotted cream, along with tea and coffee. Take tea in the house's original drawing room or on the veranda overlooking the garden. Afterwards, head upstairs for a peek at the small museum, which gives a good idea of life in Darwin during World War Two