The Country Women's Association of Victoria Inc.: Umina
Description
Umina, built in 1876, features bay windows, tower and a gabled steeply pitched slate roof. It has high ceilings, a butler's station and distinctive woodwork. The Edna Walling garden features lily ponds, wisteria pergolas, stonework and mature trees. The Country Women’s Association of Victoria Inc. purchased the property in 1948.
What's On
Guided tours every half hour of the building and the Edna Walling garden will be followed by the opportunity to enjoy Devonshire Tea in the dining room and then to shop in the Merchandise Shop.
Images: (2) 'Umina' exterior. Photo: Marion Dewar. (2) 'Umina' exterior. Photo: courtesy CWA of Victoria. (3) 'Umina' current front entrance to the Bed & Breakfast. Photo: courtesy CWA of Victoria. (4) 'Umina' Dining Room. Photo: courtesy CWA of Victoria.
Important Details
Time & Date
Saturday 29 + Sunday 30 July
Tours running every half hour starting at 10am. Last tour departs at 3.30pm
Running for 30 minutes in groups of 10
No bookings required
Meet at the driveway to the left of the building
ACCESSIBILITY
Partially wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom, Accessible parking nearby
Location
3 Lansell Road, Toorak 3142
