Olveston Historic Home (Private)
Olveston's formal garden is structured around original terraces, paths and flowing lawns. The garden features a large conservatory that has been recently restored based upon the original plans of 1904. The heated conservatory features a display of plants all year round.
The individual spaces that make up the garden include many original plantings of fine rhododendrons and native plants. There are a number of seats around the grounds to allow visitors some rest and relaxation while taking in the special vistas that the garden provides.
The garden is tended all year round and provides the visitor with another interesting dimension of the life lived at Olveston. A visit would not be complete without a walk around the gardens.the city's district plan.
The garden also contains the garage, with the Theomin Family motor car.
In 1922 Mr Theomin took delivery of a brand new Fiat 510 Tourer. This limousine was a classic example of elegant European motoring. 3.4 litres of driving pleasure, the car was used by the Theomins for many journeys into Central Otago and up the east coast of the South Island.
Opening Hours and Tariffs
Entry to the Garden and gift shop are free.
Join a guided tour of Olveston's garden followed by a post tour morning or afternoon tea and biscuits in the Drying room.
Arrange your tour at a time to suit (between 9am and 4pm), minimum group size 8 people, maximum group size 20 people.
Min group 8 people: $120;
Additional adults: $15 | Child: $15
Bookings essential - please contact Olveston for more details.
$15pp includes tour, tea, coffee and biscuits
Contact Details and Location
Physical Address: 42 Royal Terrace, Dunedin
Phone: 03 477 3320
Email: reception@olveston.co.nz
Website: http://www.olveston.co.nz
Facilities and Amenities
Tours of Olveston Historic Home are also available. Conference Facilities are available. Gift shop.
