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Buda Historic Home and Garden

Buda Historic and Home Garden Castlemaine

Buda Historic Home and Garden is an authentic goldfields villa house and garden located in Castlemaine, Central Victoria. The villa was named after Budapest by its Hungarian owner, Ernest Leviny. Home to the creative Leviny family for 118 years, it houses their significant and intact collection of personal belongings, furniture and artworks.

This elegant historic home is surrounded by one of the most significant large 19th-century gardens still existing in Victoria and is accredited by Museums Australia.

On display are works by many prominent Australian artists, including Lionel Lindsay, Margaret Preston, Ursula Ridley Walker and M.J. McNally.

The house is surrounded by 3 acres of historic gardens, featuring outbuildings such as a significant Victorian-era Garden Pavilion and Bird Aviary.

Buda is renowned for its authenticity and preservation. The house's collection is regularly rotated and features themed exhibitions. The garden, ever-changing with the seasons, offers numerous points of interest throughout the year.

A visit to Buda offers a unique glimpse into late 19th and early 20th-century life during a pivotal era in Australia's history. On display are original fittings and furnishings, as well as the domestic and personal belongings of the Leviny family.

The collection includes decorative and fine arts, featuring numerous pieces by renowned Australian artists.

The garden and grounds at Buda are a rare example of a late 19th and early 20th-century suburban garden that remains largely intact. It showcases many original plantings and unique structures, such as the bird aviary, tennis pavillion, and grape arbor.

Today, the garden serves as a model for the community, demonstrating sustainable responses to the climate and ecological challenges facing the broader society.

The garden reflects the ideals and aspirations of two generations of passionate gardeners, showcasing the evolving styles, aesthetics, and desires of the Leviny family during their long residency at Buda.

Coffee Basics Das Kaffeehaus Castlemaine — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond.*

If you love history, historic buildings and architecture or gardens be sure to visit Buda Historic Home and Garden.

Location

Buda Historic Home and Garden is located at 42 Hunter Street, Castlemaine Victoria 3450 just two minutes drive from Castlemaine town centre.

When

7 days a week, 12noon - 4pm (closed: Christmas Day, Good Friday & Extreme or Code Red fire days).

In A Nutshell

Buda Historic Home and Garden is perfect for history lovers and those who are curious about life and the history of Australia and its early migrants. Enjoy the lovely gardens and artworks on display.

Buda Historic Home and Garden Castlemaine — *Image: West Melbourne and Beyond.*

Nearby Attractions

Nearby Attractions in Kyneton

Kyneton is only a 33 minute drive away from Castlemaine and has a number of attractions including many wineries! Plan ahead for your next visit to Central and West Central Victoria.

Guide to Kyneton: Check out our guide on some of the great things to do in Kyneton.

Nearby Attractions in Daylesford

If you've enjoyed Castlemaine there are plenty of reasons to keep exploring the region. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Daylesford.

More Information on Daylesford

Nearby Attractions in Macedon

If you've enjoyed Castlemaine there are plenty of reasons to keep exploring the region. Check out our guide on the great things to do in Macedon.

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