Buda Historic Home and Garden
Buda Historic Home and Garden
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Monday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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'Buda' is an authentic house and garden surviving from the gold rush era in Castlemaine, Victoria, lovingly named after Budapest by its Hungarian owner, Ernest Leviny. It was home to the creative Leviny family for 118 years and houses their significant intact collection of furniture, art works and belongings. Come to Buda and enjoy walking through the historic house where you will be transported to another era, in this Museums Australia accredited museum. Wander three acres of heritage garden containing original plantings and structures, including the bird aviary, tennis pavilion and outbuildings, including many original garden sculptures created by the Leviny family. Jewellery and homewares featuring Leviny designs and souvenirs and local craft are available from the Buda Giftshop. Heritage plants plus a variety of fruit trees are available from the Buda Nursery
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Bomoh
Mount Gambier, Australia760 contributions
Apr. 2023 • Family
We were very surprised how good this house was and the width of knowledge of the very friendly tour guide.
The history of the house is fascinating.
The garden is not as good as the house.
Great value for money.
The history of the house is fascinating.
The garden is not as good as the house.
Great value for money.
Written 23 April 2023
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Queen-ofthe-Desert
Perth, Australia38 contributions
Mar. 2023
Wonderful house and history. Loved walking through the house as nothing has changed. We were looking forward to walking through the gardens as displayed on the web page, but they are a dying unkept mess, very disappointing. A sad state for a remarkable home .
Written 8 March 2023
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Archaeobuff
Sydney, Australia2,012 contributions
Nov. 2022
This was a goldfields villa house (Indian bungalow style) and garden, named by its subsequent Hungarian owner. The same family occupied it for 118 years and their furniture and belongings are still there. Unfortunately it was not open for self guided tours inside. So we opted for the fair in the garden which has retained the character of the nineteenth century. On this day they were holding a Traditional Arts Fair. But the garden was a lot more interesting.
Written 27 December 2022
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Gayle W
Lara, Australia124 contributions
Apr. 2022
Have always wanted to see Buda the historic home that has been in a family for well over 100 years. The home itself and history behind it about the famiy that lived there was not disappointing. A very talented family especially the father and daughters living there, 5 not married but creative in their own right. My only disappontment was the garden definately needs attention and could be improved.
Written 10 April 2022
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Mark G
Melbourne, Australia1,816 contributions
Jan. 2022
Historic House whose interiors can be viewed on a daily basis at the agreed opening times. Groups have to make advance bookings.
Written 7 January 2022
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Fiona R
Melbourne, Australia6 contributions
Mar. 2021
Buda is a wonderful home with an interesting history. There is an amazing display of historical artefacts, beautiful ornaments & silverware owned by the family who lived there for many years. Other exhibits often shown. The volunteers are very generous with their time & information.
Written 23 May 2021
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John S
Melbourne, Australia1,885 contributions
Jan. 2021 • Couples
Much of the house is accessible and we were given a good insight into the history of the house and family by 2 separate volunteers.
There are good descriptions in all the open rooms of their past use.
The gardens are expansive and probably in need of a little bit of love.
There are good descriptions in all the open rooms of their past use.
The gardens are expansive and probably in need of a little bit of love.
Written 18 January 2021
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62Mary070362
Warragul167 contributions
Jan. 2021 • Couples
What a remarkable old house with a remarkable history. It was lovely to learn about the family that lived here and that all the furniture etc is legitimate. The lady that gave us the spiel on the place was very knowledgeable. Worth a visit!
Written 14 January 2021
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Meichen2016
Melbourne, Australia3 contributions
Jan. 2021 • Family
I am very glad i have found Buda house. It is a great educational experience for my family. Thank you for the lady who gave us some insight into this family’s life.
Written 7 January 2021
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Plastic_Biddy
Vancouver, Canada192 contributions
Nov. 2020 • Solo
The house was closed due to Covid19 but the wonderful gardens were only $5 to enter. The gardens are well laid out although there are some sloped places the might be difficult for a wheelchair. Take your time to explore - it’s worth it
Written 1 November 2020
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stingrayshez
Melbourne60 contributions
Hi just wondering we are visiting castlemaine next weekend is it worth a look at this place .? like good value for $$ Thanks ..
Apollo
Cowra, Australia66 contributions
Sorry I've been away and didn't see your question in time. But if you're there now and checking TripAdvisor, then the answer is 'yes' it's worth a visit. This was the home of an extremely interesting family and the presentation is great. I can't remember the cost, but I don't think it was high.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buda Historic Home and Garden
- Buda Historic Home and Garden is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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- (0.30 km) Ambrose Cottage Castlemaine
- (0.60 km) Northern Arts Hotel
- (0.58 km) Campbell St Lodge
- (0.67 km) Castlemaine Colonial Motel
- (1.04 km) BIG4 Castlemaine Gardens Holiday Park
- Restaurants near Buda Historic Home and Garden:
- (0.48 km) The Dove Cafe
- (0.96 km) Das Kaffeehaus and Coffee Basics
- (0.62 km) Johnny Baker's Drive-In
- (0.89 km) Origini Cafe
- (0.94 km) Saff's Cafe