Black Rock House built by Charles Hotson Ebden 1856-1858

Black Rock House

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Black Rock, Victoria

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30-36 Ebden Avenue,
Black Rock,
Victoria
3193.

Historic Black Rock House is open to the public on the first Sunday of the month. Costumed guides will take you on an informative tour of the house and grounds. Devonshire Tea is served in Tamar’s Tearoom in the afternoon. Sunday tours are by donations to the Friends of Black Rock House. 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 servants quarters cellar 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. Please check the Facebook page and website for special events including mid-week group tours, Winter Ghost Tours, and Paranormal Tours....

Entry Cost

$0 to $80


Sunday guided tours by donation. Weekday tours and Devonshire tea $15 Ghost Tours and Black Rock House Paranormal Tours - fees apply.

Product Types

  • Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
  • Parks and Gardens

Accreditation

  • National Trust

Facilities found here

  • Family Friendly
  • Gallery / Museum
  • Lawn / Gardens
  • Non Smoking
  • Pet Friendly - Enquire
  • Picnic Area

Accessibility Information

  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

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Front of house