Getting There:

Rippon Lea Estate is located approximately 7kms from Melbourne’s CBD, in the bayside suburb of Elsternwick.

The property address is 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick.

The Estate can be easily accessed by train with a 5 minute walk from Rippon Lea Station (5 minutes walk).

Catch Tram Route 67, Stop 42 Tram Tracker ID 2042, (to Carnegie) - Tracker Stop ID 1042, (to Melbourne University) tramTRACKER: For real-time tram information visit: yarratrams.com.au

Alternatively parking is available should you wish to drive (Mel ref 67 F2).

To download a map or get directions to Rippon Lea Estate, visit www.whereis.com.au

Access to the house is by guided tour only. Tour groups are limited to a maximum of 15 people. For groups and bus tours, please contact the property to book a tour.

Opening Times:

Open:	Open daily from 10:00am until 5:00pm
Closed:	Good Friday and Christmas Day

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Winter Trading Hours

Effective 1st May 2008 until 31st August 2008

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Closed

Exceptions:

Queens Birthday - Monday 9 June 2008 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
School Holidays - 30th June 2008 - 11 July 2008 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Group bookings will still be accepted by appointment on any other day. Morning tea in the Gatehouse mut be booked in advance on closed days.

Admission Prices:

House & Garden

Adult - $12.00

Children (under 16) - $6.50

Concession - $9.00

Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) - $30.00

Garden Only

Adult - $7.00

Children (under 16) - $3.00

Concession - $5.00

Family (2 adult and up to 4 children) - $16.50

Entry for National Trust members is free. To enquire about membership, visit www.nattrust.com.au

Facilities:

When planning your visit, Rippon Lea offers the following facilities and features:

• Guided tours by appointment
• Nature walks
• Gardens of special interest
• Gift shop
• Picnic areas
• Tea rooms
• Functions
• Education services
• Wedding receptions, ceremonies and photo locations
• Activities suitable for less active visitors