Address
34 Ebden Avenue, Black Rock, Victoria, Australia
Opening Hours
Information not available
Costs
Indicative Prices: $0 - $80
Black Rock House was built in 1856 by Victoria's first Auditor-General, Charles Hotson Ebden as his seaside retreat. Complete with a castle wall and Moreton Bay Figs, this historic home in the Melbourne Bayside suburb of Black Rock has a fascinating past.
Throughout its rich history, Black Rock House has been utilised as a meeting place for Melbourne's elite, as a retreat for Governor Sir Henry Barkly and also as a private house.
All are welcome to take a tour of Black Rock House on the first Sunday of each month. Tours by costumed guides take place between 1:00pm and 4:00pm.
Tours are free but donations to the Friends of Black Rock House's work are welcome.
Check the website for other events and how to bring a group for a mid-week tour. For groups, Black Rock House is available by bookings and entry is by a nominated ticket price.
The website lists several special community events as well as Ghost Tours held in winter, Paranormal Tours and other events.
Special Features
National Trust, Family Friendly, Non Smoking, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids), History & Heritage
