Sargood was a typical man of the Victorian Age – visionary and practical. This resulted in an elaborate underground watering system and the house having its own electricity supply. Unusually for its time, the house had internal toilets. Sargood was a keen gardener who was particularly interested in orchids and ferns. A large number of plants were imported.
The garden is complex and covers almost 14 acres, which includes a large lake, extensive shrubberies and flower gardens, an orchard of historically significant fruit varieties, a fernery, rose gardens and many other features of historical, landscape and architectural interest, all forming the setting for the polychrome brick mansion.
There is always something exciting happening at Rippon Lea, from theatre shows to heritage apple sales and family fun days.
May to August 10:00am-4:00pm
September to April 10:00am-5:00pm
Mansion Tours
Monday to Friday
11.00am & 2.00pm
Saturday & Sunday
11.00am, 12.00pm & 2.00pm
(Excluding Market Days)
Garden Tours
Wednesday
11:30am & 1.00pm
Bird Spotting Tours
Wednesday
10.00am & 1.00pm
Last entry to the property is 30 minutes before closing time.
Garden Entry:
Adult: $15
Concession: $12
Child: $9 (3 – 15 years)
Family: $40 (2A + 2C)
City of Glen Eira and Port Phillip residents have free access to the gardens at Rippon Lea Estate with a valid Garden Entry card.
National Trust Members receive FREE general entry
Mansion & Garden Tours: Requires admission fee + tour
Adult: $10
Concession: $8
Child: $5
Family: $25 (2A + 2C)
City of Glen Eira and City of Port Philip cardholders: $5 per person
FREE for National Trust Members
Bird Spotting Tours
Adult: $22
Concession: $12
Child: $10
Port Philip/Glen Eira residents: $10
National Trust Members: $10
*Booking fees apply for online purchases
192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick VIC 3185
Bunurong / Boon Wurrung Country
Closed:
Christmas Day
