The Hyde family lived originally in the small cottage built by James Foreman – now known as Foreman Cottage.

In 1917, the cottage was moved from its original site to the top of the nearby ridge, raised on high stumps and combined with a new section built in the style of the period. This became the farm homestead and was used by the Hyde family until the property became North Pine Country Park.

Unfortunately, the complete building was destroyed by fire in March 1984.

It was decided to reconstruct it as two original buildings – Forman Cottage relocated close to its original location, and Hyde Homestead retained on the existing site.