In the heritage gold-rush town of Beechworth, an original timber cabin built in the 1860s has been reworked as a single self-contained retreat for two. It keeps its period bones while adding the comforts a couple wants for a quiet few days, and sits within reach of the town's granite streetscape, wineries and walking country. Booked as a whole, unhosted and private, it leans to romantic short breaks and the odd special occasion rather than busy itineraries.