This charming and unique home of talented sculptor and artist Irene Pearce has delighted and inspired thousands of visitors over many years. Once the storage tank for the water supply to the surrounding town, Irene bought the property in 1998 and, with great vision, added several smaller tanks, transforming them into a quirky and comfortable home. Over time, she has decorated both inside and outside with intricate mosaics and creative artwork made chiefly from recycled objects.
Although tiny, the bright, colourful garden is wrapped closely around the tanks and is crammed with clever ideas, surprises and whimsy. A pretty pink rose clambers over the arbour at the entrance, and cottage perennials, self-seeding annuals, Australian native plants and succulents, many planted in vibrant, innovative containers, fill every available space.
Size: Small! Please note there is no wheelchair or pram access.
Extra Activities: Morning and afternoon tea inside the house. Plant sales
24 Hill St, Mount Barker
Entry: $10 adults, under 18 FREE entry, some concessions are available. We encourage you to bring cash as EFTPOS facilities are not always available.