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Government House Gardens - Victoria's Best Kept Secret?


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#1 Gary H

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Posted 25 April 2015 - 06:30 PM

I had never heard of this place and it took some relatives visiting from the States to suggest going here, on the advice from someone at a bridge tournament they were playing at.  The property is the Lieutenant Governor's private residence but the grounds are open most days to the public.  They provide a tour of the public rooms inside the mansion once a month.  This place is truly a gem.  We've been to Butchart Gardens and I'd say this is equally as nice, albeit a bit smaller - and it's free!  Anyway here are some pics.  Of course the gardens will look even better once more of the flowers, especially the roses, bloom.

 

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Edited by Gary H, 25 April 2015 - 08:57 PM.

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#2 gumgum

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Posted 25 April 2015 - 07:07 PM

Yes I love it. The only drawback is that there is no access from Richardson. I understand the reasoning, but it would be nice.



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Posted 26 April 2015 - 12:11 AM

Wait until you hear about the new year's parties they throw, also open to the public.


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#4 Jill

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Posted 26 April 2015 - 03:06 AM

And in the summer they have some evening concerts on the lawn.



 



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