Local legend links it to the era of John Batman's visit in 1835, he says. Shepherd's Cottage at Drysdale -stripped ready for restoration. After having been rescued from demolition and been placed in storage for several years while a cultural assessment was prepared, the cottage has been relocated to a site adjoining the historic Drysdale Railway Station with assistance from the City of Greater Geelong. When restored, the cottage will be used as a museum and a tourist information office. The restored Shepherd's Cottage near the historic Drysdale Railway Station.
External restoration has been completed, however there is still work to be done inside the cottage.