Labassa

2 Manor Grove, Caulfield, Melbourne 3161 Ph: 03 9527 6295

Open: 10.30 am to 4.30 pm third Sunday of each month or groups by appointment.

History:

With its opulent architecture and largely intact decoration, Labassa is one of Australia's most outstanding 19th century mansions.

The house as we see it today, reflects the work of architect John Augustus Bernard Koch who was employed by Cobb & Co. millionaire Alexander Robertson to create a lavish setting for grand social occasions.

In realising this ambition, Koch chose a design that brought together a French Renaissance (or Second Empire) style with Germanic and Hellenistic influences. For the interiors, the finest embossed wallpapers and mahogany timbers were used and a rare illusionist ceiling enhances the stairhall.

Externally the mansion features Corinthian columns, arcaded verandahs, classical decoration and inset Italian marble panels.

In the Media:

Labassa was recently featured in Coco Rosie's new video clip for their single "Lemonade".

It's a gorgeous gothic treatment of Alice in Wonderland using the interiors of Labassa.

Latest news: Dead Gorgeous

Dead Gorgeous follows the hilarious adventures of three teenage sisters as they adapt to life in the 21st century – as ghosts! The Australia/UK co-production is produced by Melbourne’s Burberry Entertainment and the UK’s Coolabi Productions.

The Ainsworth sisters, Rebecca, Sophie and Hazel died in the mid 1800s and are given a second chance to experience life as teenagers 150 years later, under the guidance of their ghostly guardian, Agatha. The girls return to their stately home to find it is now Ainsbury House, an international co-ed boarding school. Here they must survive amongst the living, without being discovered and deal with a clash of culture and manners.

Tours / Bookings:

Contact 9527 6295 to organise a group tour or school booking.

Education / Schools:

Contact 03 9527 6295 to discover the different programs offered to primary & secondary levels.

Volunteers:

Would you like to join the volunteer team that presents the property to the public? Volunteers are always welcome at all Trust properties? Click here for further information.

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