First to cross...

1813 -1815

Explorer William C Wentworth (along with six other men, four horses and five dogs) was the first to cross the blue mountains in 1813. Two years later, as a thank you, he received “Mayfield” as a Crown Grant from the Governor of NSW.

Mayfield transfers to Thomas Icely 1840

Thomas Icely was famous for cattle, sheep and horse breeding and was commemorated with the naming of ‘Icely Road’.

The Gold Rush begins 1851

William 'Parson' Tom, discovered the first payable gold in Australia at nearby Ophir. This discovery started the Gold Rush. Tom subsequently purchased Mayfield; we could claim that the first gold found in Australia was used to acquire this property

The Settlers cottage 1886

The Settlers cottage was built. Today it is one of our most popular accommodation choices. Explore the cottage here.

The Homestead was built 1906

The Homestead was built, with the original design by famed architect Hardy Wilson. It has been recognised by the National Trust and today is one of the accommodation choices on Mayfield. Explore the Homestead and other accommodation here.

School house built 1915

The Mayfield School house was built to educate the Scottish farm workers' children. Visit the School House Cellar Door here.

Mayfield transfers between brothers 1924

Thomas Crawford sells Mayfield to his brother James. Letters between the brothers show Thomas was finding it financially difficult to operate Mayfield.

The Homestead was built 1906

The Homestead was built, with the original design by famed architect Hardy Wilson. It has been recognised by the National Trust and today is one of the accommodation choices on Mayfield. Explore the Homestead and other accommodation here.

Acquisition 1998

Mayfield was acquired by the Thomas family, and their dog, Aussie.

Vines planted 1999

After careful planning, a number of cool climate grape varieties are planted and the property evolves into Mayfield Vineyard..

Subdivision 2004

The property is subdivided into 3 lots and the southern and western lots are sold. This reduces the Mayfield from 113 to 47 hectares.

Eastham Family Acquisition 2021

The Eastham Family acquires Mayfield and a few months later also purchase the previously sold western lot and reunite it to Mayfield, increasing the property to 91 hectares.

New Plantings 2022

New plantings of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris, extending the vineyard. Further plantings of new and emerging varieties planned.

Trophy for the Best NSW/ACT Chardonnay 2023

The 2022 Mayfield ‘Block 14’ Chardonnay awarded the Trophy for the Best NSW/ACT Chardonnay at the 2023 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards.

Mayfield awarded 5 Stars 2024

Mayfield awarded 5 Stars by renowned wine critic James Halliday Wine Companion