Ready to discover a place with a history as varied as its landscape? Guys Hill invites us to step back in time. It is a rural locality southeast of Melbourne. It sits halfway between Beaconsfield and Upper Beaconsfield.
Guys Hill wasn’t always called Guys Hill. Once it was known as Inebriates Hill. This name came about when Craik’s old boarding house became a retreat. It was a place for those seeking to overcome their struggles with alcohol. The boarding house boasted 15 rooms. It stood opposite the Guys Hill Milk Bar. Today, the milk bar is known as Blue Vein Deli.
The area’s name shifted reflecting the changing times. Guys Hill Post Office opened in 1942. This marked a new chapter in the locality’s story. It cemented Guys Hill as a distinct place.
But there is more to Guys Hill than just its name and post office. Golfers find their haven at the Berwick-Montuna Golf Club. It sits on Emerald-Beaconsfield Road in Guys Hill. This land once served a different purpose. Drovers used it as a camping and watering reserve. They moved cattle across the land.
The Cardinia Park Hotel also has a story to tell. It was originally called The Bush Inn. Later it was known as the Cardinia Creek Hotel. Built before 1883 it faced its share of licensing law breaches.
Interestingly a local council tip existed nearby in the 1970s. It was on the opposite side of Inglis Road. Between Emerald Road and Cardinia Creek was another tip in 1932. Even a sand deposit or pit was there in the 1930s.
Despite these changes one thing remains constant. The beauty of Guys Hill. Reports often mention the healthy air and environment. They also highlight the kindness of the people and the sense of community. These qualities are still evident today.
Guys Hill offers a semi-rural environment. It is still within easy reach of major amenities. Berwick and its surroundings provide schools, shopping, hospitals and entertainment.
As we leave Guys Hill remember its layers of history. From Inebriates Hill to a golfer’s paradise. From a milk bar to a deli. Guys Hill stands as a testament to time. It is a place where the past and present intertwine.