Mount Breckan

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Mount Breckan is a grand 38-room residence located in the town of Victor Harbor, South Australia, designed by William McMinn in a Gothic Revival style.^[1] It was completed in 1881 and originally served as the summer retreat for Alexander Hay, a prominent Rundle Street merchant. In 1908, the house was destroyed by fire and the Hay family were unable to afford the reconstruction. The house was acquired by W.F. Connell, and reconstructed in 1913 for use as a high-class guest house. Later, the Commonwealth Government bought the house for use as a rehabilitation and training facility for the Royal Australian Air Force, and from 1962-1978, it served as a Bible college.

In 1996, Mount Breckan was bought by the Baron and Baroness of Ballintober, who subsequently restored the residence. The main part of the building is now used as their private residence, with the remainder of the building used for accommodation and functions.^[2]

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