Moorakyne is one of Robe’s fine old historic homes. Built in 1853, the twelve-roomed limestone house and several charming outbuildings sit in a prime position on an acre of coastal land. A stylish new garden that harmonises perfectly with the superb old historic limestone home. Toolache Garden is also open in the same street. Extra […]
Since 2015, Anna Leake has transformed what was a windswept coastal block into a pretty, eclectic, and thriving garden packed with an extensive range of plants, sculptures and whimsical pieces of garden art. The charming old church building known as The Kirk forms a backdrop to the garden which Anna named after the now-extinct Toolache […]
The Glasshouse Garden is on an elevated hillside on a corner block with views through stringy barks to the lower foothills. Terraces were formed to use the slope, and several informal garden rooms were created. Entry is from the side road, and a winding path, flanked by several ‘Chanticleer’ pear trees, leads down to the […]
A pretty, all seasons’ cottage garden with masses of beautiful blooms. The trees and shrubs planted in the early days now form a year-round framework, some also producing masses of beautiful blooms. In early spring the front garden features a 35-year-old Magnolia soulangeana, camellias and azaleas which shelter a vibrant mass of iris, aquilegias, bluebells, […]
A productive garden with many raised beds growing a wide range of organically grown vegetables. Soil improvement and worm farming. Fruit trees, some native plantings and roses and ornamentals at the front and side of the house. Entry $10 adults, under 18 free and some concessions are available. We encourage visitors to bring cash as […]
Tickle Tank, the charming and unique home of talented sculptor and artist Irene Pearce has delighted and inspired thousands of visitors over the 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 […]
Fiddlestix is an amazing garden, full of surprises that will make you smile! Situated on an exposed rocky limestone hill with harsh growing conditions, the resourceful owner has added quirky collectables, found objects and bright mosaics to create interest and a touch of fun to the garden. From the metal gate in the eye-catching colourful […]
This will be the 25th year of Ashgrove Iris Garden opening to the public. This lovely flower-filled garden has been enjoyed by many thousands of visitors and over the years. A beautiful, meticulously maintained garden, Ashgrove Iris Garden is a relaxed, pretty one acre country style garden with meandering pathways, plenty of garden seating and […]
The vivid red blooms of the Kordes rose ‘Florentine’ cover an archway and gate, both decorated with sprays of ornate metal rose flowers and foliage, making a characteristic entrance to Christine’s Cottage Garden. Over 80 roses grow in garden beds, over arches and cover fences. Jampacked amongst them are a vast and varied selection of […]
The inaugural New England Garden Trail, organized by the New England Garden Festival team, will explore 6 country towns in the picturesque New England region over 7 days, showcasing approximately 18+ cold climate gardens. Each town will open 3 gardens from 9am-2pm, starting in Walcha, followed by Uralla, Armidale, Guyra, Glen Innes, and Tenterfield. Visitors […]
A vibrant suburban garden overflowing onto the verge with succulents, agapanthus, and iris planted under the beautiful jacaranda street trees. The lawn has gone inside the front fence, and in its place is a colourful assortment of roses, salvias, cottage plants, and fruit trees. Behind the house, a lively alfresco eating area houses a collection […]
Roses are known for their exquisite beauty, and to see The Heritage Garden in spring when thousands of rose bushes produce countless fragrant blooms, is a very special and never-to-be-forgotten experience! Twenty-five years ago, world-renowned rosarians Walter and Kay Duncan used their expertise and vision to transform a paddock into a lovely and tranquil garden. […]