The Heights

Wadawurrung Country / Geelong & Region
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Visit one of the largest surviving prefabricated houses in Victoria, situated in a flourishing garden setting.

The Heights was home to the Whyte’s, a society couple who decorated their home in up-to-the minute 1930s style.

The intact kitchen is a must see as are the floral garden beds when in bloom.  

In 1854 a large, prefabricated house imported from Germany was assembled for businessman Charles Ibbotson – a well-known local businessman. Over the decades, the house was modified and was extensively modernised in the 1930s by architect Harold Bartlett.   

The villa’s garden retains its nineteenth century gardenesque charm with a rose arbour, formal bedding layout and carriage drive. The stables, water tower, groom’s cottage and dovecote are unique 19th outbuildings ready for you to explore. 

Plan your visit

Opening Times

June, July & August 

Last Sunday of the month 

11:00am-4:00pm 

 

September to May 

Sundays, 1:00pm-4:00pm 

 

Entry to the House is by guided tour only. Tours run at 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm & 3:00pm 

Admission
Adult: $15
Concession: $10
Child: $5
Family (2A + 2C): $30

National Trust Members receive FREE general entry.

Location

140 Aphrasia Street, Newtown VIC 3220 

Wadawurrung Country 

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