The Oaks

8 Gillies St North, Lake Wendouree Vic 3350

Saturday 1 February, 2025 to
Sunday 2 February, 2025

Strictly only opening on Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd of February. Please respect the garden owners' privacy and visit only during opening hours.

10.00am - 4.30pm

Entry: $10 Adults/$6 Students (with ID card) /Under 18 or students who have purchased an annual Student Pass (with ID) - Free

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From the moment you enter the driveway, there’s an instant feeling of connectedness to the garden. The Oaks has a ‘parkland’ feel thanks to the majestic oaks that were planted by a previous land owner. These have set the tone for the property and have provided integral ‘microclimates’ for the use of shade loving plants, particularly the new drift of Dogwoods along the driveway.

The garden was first designed along with the new house in 1989. It has evolved with the family and has been the platform for a wedding and many garden parties. The Zehnwirths have diligently maintained an awareness of the property's rich history and have promoted the space as ‘a garden to be shared’.

Paddy Milne was the garden designer and you can see his work here: The Scape Artist.

Some of the proceeds from this opening will be donated to The Friends of the Botanic Gardens Foundation.

Please note: the nearest public toilets are located in nearby Victoria Park and Wendouree Parade.

The Oaks is located on the lands of the Wadawurrung People. Open Gardens Victoria wish to acknowledge the Traditional custodians of this land and we pay respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.

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