Everglades House & Gardens group visits

Built in 1932, Everglades House & Gardens is a place of great heritage significance and natural beauty.

A visit to the charming village of Leura in the Blue Mountains, won’t be complete without seeing Everglades House & Gardens.

Drawing from the great traditions of European landscape design and set against a backdrop of World Heritage-listed Australian wilderness, Everglades House & Gardens will charm with its grace and beauty. Immerse yourself in this National Trust (NSW) treasure as you explore the Modern-style 1930s house complete with Art Deco features.

Stroll along formal terraces and winding paths discovering the many moods of the property. From the tranquil reflection pool set amongst the towering trees, through stands of weeping cherries down to the subtle charms of the lookout and contemplative grotto pool. Enjoy the vistas across the Jamison Valley to Mt. Solitary as you descend into the wild and mystical glades.

Group visit options

House & Garden ramble

House & Garden ramble

Self-led visit of house and gardens | $15 per person | Allow 60 minutes
Welcome and overview of the property at the Visitor reception upon arrival. Using the Visitor Guide provided and following
the signage throughout the gardens, explore at your own pace the beautiful formal gardens with its seasonal highlights,
extraordinary plants and hidden focal points. Concludes with self-led exploration of the original 1930s Van de Velde house.
Includes access to the Gallery with rotating exhibitions.

Everglades House

Step Inside

Guided house tour & visit of gardens | $25 per person | Allow 90 minutes.
Book a guided tour with one of our knowledgeable guides to unlock the secrets and history of this remarkable 1930s
Van de Velde house. Highlights of the house include the enchanting sweeping stairway, the stunning Art Deco bathrooms and large curved window capturing the views of the Blue Mountains. Allow time before or after your tour for a self-guided stroll through the gardens using the Visitor Guide provided. Includes access to the Gallery with rotating exhibitions.

Devonshire Tea

Devonshire Tea

In the tea rooms | $15 per person
Devonshire Tea can be enjoyed in our stunning tea rooms which are located within Everglades House. Additional catering can also be tailored to your group at your request.

Catering Options

Tea rooms

Devonshire Tea can be enjoyed in the stunning tea rooms which are located within Everglades House.
Additional catering can also be tailored to your group at your request. Must be booked in advance.

 

Other things to see

Plan your trip to include a visit to the nearby National Trust places, Norman Lindsay Gallery or historic Woodford Academy.

Norman Lindsay Galley, Faulconbridge

Explore the former home of prolific and controversial artist Norman Lindsay – just a 28 minute drive away. Nestled in the heart of Faulconbridge, on Dharug and
Gundungurra Country, is a beautiful sandstone cottage that was once the home of the Australian artist and writer Norman Lindsay, his wife Rose and their daughters. Visitors can discover Norman Lindsay’s paintings and illustrations, then step into the original painting studio where he created his much-loved children’s book The Magic Pudding.

Woodford Academy, Woodford

A former inn and boarding school with an intriguing past, Woodford Academy is the oldest complex of colonial buildings in the Blue Mountains with a multi-layered history stretching back to the 1830s. Visitors can enjoy the spectacular sandstone buildings and delight at the rare 17th century Dutch Master painting discovered in the artwork collection.

How to book a group visit

For more information, see our Everglades House & Gardens group visits brochure.

To organise a group visit to Everglades House & Gardens, please download and complete the Group Visits booking form.

If you’d like to discuss your group visit, please call us on (02) 4784 1938 or email everglades@nationaltrust.com.au

Coach Policy

Due to our location within a residential area:

  • Coaches are welcome to use the Bus Stop outside Everglades. If occupied, the driver can proceed around the block until the space is free.
  • The coach engine must be turned off while passengers both embark and disembark.
  • The coach can park at Leura and return at a designated time to pick up.
Group visit terms and conditions

All bookings are made with the National Trust of Australia (NSW) (ABN 82491 958 802). By booking a visit with us you are deemed to have agreed to these Group Visit Terms and Conditions (which constitutes the entire agreement between you and us) and your booking will be accepted by us on this basis. The services to be provided are those referred to in your booking confirmation email and invoice.

Payment

  1. Invoices will be issued for all payments and payments must be made by direct transfer or by debit/credit card. American Express is not accepted. Only a single payment as per invoice will be accepted.
  1. A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required to confirm your booking.
  2. Final numbers for your group required at least 10 days prior to the date of visit. The balance of payment will be confirmed and invoiced based on these final numbers.
  3. Full payment is required before your visit.
  4. Group tour leaders, coach drivers and carers acting in that capacity during a group visit are entitled to free admission to the property on the day of the group’s visit.
  5. National Trust Membership discounts will be applied subject to Members showing proof of Membership upon arrival. Please advise when confirming final numbers if any of your group are National Trust Members.

Group sizes

  1. Minimum group size of 20 people applies. When available, guided tours of the house have a maximum capacity of 30 people at one time. Groups of 30+ may need to factor in time to allow for two or more consecutive house tours.

Amendments to bookings

  1. Any request to change your booking must be made in writing, by emailing everglades@nationaltrust.com.au
  2. Changes to dates and session times are subject to availability.
  3. On the day of the visit, should the number of visitors be less than the minimum number required, the cost will remain at minimum number. Should the number of visitors be greater than the number booked you will be invoiced for the additional visitors.

Cancellation and refund policy

  1. Cancellations must be made in writing to everglades@nationaltrust.com.au
  2. If you cancel your booking within 10 days of your visit, or if you fail to arrive on the scheduled day, no refunds apply.
  3. The National Trust of Australia (NSW) reserves the right to cancel your visit should the need arise. If we cancel your trip, payments made may be applied to a mutually agreed alternative date or you may request a refund. In circumstances where the cancellation is due to external events outside our reasonable control, refunds will be less any unrecoverable costs.

Arrival times

  1. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled booking time to allow for check-in. In the event of late arrival, please contact Everglades House & Gardens on (02) 4784 1938. We cannot guarantee availability if groups arrive later than the booked time.

Weather impacts 

  1. For the safety and comfort of our visitors, it may be necessaryto close the property in the event of extreme weather conditions. If this should happen your booking will be rescheduled or fully refunded.

Protecting the collection and property 

  1. For the protection of our historic collections and properties, large bags and backpacks are not permitted inside our buildings. The National Trust of Australia (NSW) takes no responsibility for stored belongings.

 Video, sound and photography

  1. Photography is permitted. Video or sound recording is not permitted inside the house or on guided tours.

 Insurance

  1. Group visitors are covered by National Trust (NSW) Public Liability Insurance. In case of specific concern on the day, please immediately contact the manager or tour leader.

Catering

  1. All catering must be arranged in advance of your visit. We endeavour to cater for visitors with allergies or food intolerances, however there may be traces of gluten or nuts in any food or beverages. Please confirm all dietary requirements at the time of booking. Contact us for more information.

Trading terms

  1. Group visits are not available on NSW public holidays and not all tour options are available every day the property is open.
  2. Confirmation of a booking request is subject to property, staff and volunteer availability and payment of a non-refundable deposit.

Safety

  1. Please take care when exploring the gardens. Some paths have uneven steps and slopes which may become slippery in wet weather. There are many stairs throughout the gardens.
  2. Please take extra care with children when visiting areas of the gardens that contain lookouts, bridges and water features, such as streams, ponds and the grotto pool. All children under 15 years must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Plan your visit

Everglades House & Gardens group visits

Address:

37 Everglades Avenue, Leura NSW 2780

Phone:
(02) 4784 1938
Email:
everglades@nationaltrust.com.au
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