When We’re Open
We are currently CLOSED for Winter 2019. We look forward to welcoming you back in Spring 2019.
Gardens open every day in Autumn & Spring
Gardens are CLOSED on Total Fire Ban Days
Weekdays 10am-4pm
Weekends and holidays 10.30am – 5pm
Welcome to the Gardens of Tieve Tara
We are currently CLOSED for Winter 2019.
Nestled on the eucalypt clad slopes of Mt Macedon is a truly remarkable oasis of beauty.
The Gardens of Tieve Tara undulate across 7.5 acres of sweeping lawns, lakes & trees, with vibrant seasonal colours.
It has been called “The Jewel of The Mountain” “A Little Piece of Heaven” “Paradise” “Magical” “Relaxing” “Tranquil”…It is all this & more, we call it “HOME” and never take the BEAUTY of Mount Macedon for granted.
As the seasons change, so does this amazing garden. Open daily in Autumn and Spring.
Getting Here
751 Mount Macedon Rd,
Mount Macedon,
Victoria 3441
(Next to CFA)
Please note that there is unrestricted parking available outside the gates.
Entry to the Gardens
Entry is $10 per person
Children 12 and under free
No dogs allowed
EFTPOS facilities are available
All children must be supervised and accompanied by an adult when visiting the gardens due to the unfenced water hazards throughout the garden.
Child to Adult ratio is 4 to 1.
Water Features
From a tumbling creek to bubbling fountains and serene lakes, water plays a major role in the natural beauty of Tieve Tara. The lakes are home to Toulouse geese and wild ducks and on clear days, reflect the striking colour and shapes of surrounding trees.
Children’s Play Areas
A mini paradise for children. Tieve Tara’s spacious grounds welcome families with lots of attractions for the young ones. Play equipment, cubby houses and the sheer joy of sweeping lawns and hiding places offer hours of fun and entertainment for the young and young at heart.
Autumn Colours
Mount Macedon is famous for its autumn colours, and nowhere may this be enjoyed than at Tieve Tara.
The abundant foliage includes maples, pin oaks, aspens, liquid ambers, silver birches, golden and claret ash, copper beech, Virginia creepers.
As the muted colours of summer give way to the rich hues of autumn Tieve Tara becomes a blaze of red and yellow.
Rolling Lawns
Sprawling among the trees, garden beds and lakes of Tieve Tara, the beautiful lawns invite the visitor to absorb the magnificence of the property.
These lawns evoke a sense of peace and harmony with nature, which will be a joy to all.
Flowers Galore
Tieve Tara is richly endowed with flowers of many hues and varieties. Among them rhododendrons, azaleas, hydrangeas, dahlias, fuchsias, Japanese anemone and so many more.
Not to be missed in Spring are the beautiful davidia and dogwood trees when in full bloom.
Information
Find out more information on the gardens, including entry, opening times, and our brochure.
Gallery
Preview some spectacular images of our beautiful property before you visit.
Group Bookings
Find information on bus tours & special interest groups.
Contact
You’re welcome to contact us if you have any enquiries.