Scenic & Romantic
Hidden Rhododendrons at Abkhazi Garden
A one-acre jewel-box garden built by a prince and princess after decades of war and internment and love against the odds.
Abkhazi Garden, Fairfield
More infoScenic & Romantic
A one-acre jewel-box garden built by a prince and princess after decades of war and internment and love against the odds.
Abkhazi Garden, Fairfield
More infoHere's a date with a love story already baked in. Prince and Princess Abkhazi were separated by war and internment, found each other again, married, and spent their lives building this single jewel-box acre in Fairfield. Rhododendrons and Japanese maples drape over rocky outcrops toward a glass-walled teahouse that knows it's the most romantic seat in Victoria. Go in spring for the theatrical bloom, then book ahead for afternoon tea. Entry is by donation, so give generously.
Take the slow loop through this jewel-box acre, past rhododendrons, mossy paths and rocky outcrops, and let its built-in love story make it feel like a secret. Budget around 90 minutes, then settle into the glass-walled teahouse for tea, but book that ahead. Entry's by donation, so be generous; spring is the moment for the full rhododendron riot.
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