The Gardens
Cliff Jacobs, the head gardener, began work at Carrick Hill in 1939 and retired in 1986. In all that time he took only one week's holiday and, even then, worried so much about the garden that he returned to work early.
The surrounding estate with its formal gardens, citrus orchard, pleached pear arbour, nuttery, cutting beds, poplar avenue, paddocks and bushland was as highly individual as the art collection.
Though modified over the years, the main features are currently being returned to their appearance during the lifetime of the Haywards.
The formal garden, designed by Ursula, contains a variety of roses, many unusual trees and plants, and has stunning views from the lawn terraces. There are ideal settings for open air concerts, theatrical performances and private functions.
The remnant pre-settlement native vegetation affords a rate opportunity to experience the foothills as seen by Captain Mathew Flinders 200 years ago.
New Publication - Carrick Hill 'A Twentieth-Century Garden' on sale now
- $4.00 at the Carrick Hill Gift Shop
Carrick Hill has two designated areas in the Gardens available for Wedding Ceremonies. Wednesday to Sunday and Public Holidays.
Please visit the Services page for information about our Wedding Ceremonies and to download the Venue Hire Terms and Conditions Form.