Stamford Park Homestead in Rowville opens to the public
A stunning homestead in Melbourne’s outer east has been lovingly restored to its former glory, with visitors invited to enjoy high tea, brunch or dinner prepared by a renowned Melbourne restaurateur.
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The historic Stamford Park Homestead restaurant is ready to welcome guests, who can enjoy high tea, brunch or dinner in a magnificent setting.
The homestead, built in 1882 by Edward and Emmeline Row, is a rare surviving example of 19th century architecture in metropolitan Melbourne, and features Gothic gables, fretted barge boards, intricate wrought iron and 5m ceilings.
It will offer an accessible fine-food dining experience, amid expansive gardens and picturesque nearby wetlands, located in the heart of the multimillion-dollar Stamford Park redevelopment in Rowville.
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Knox Council signed a lease with renowned Melbourne restaurateur, Jason M Jones in 2018, to launch the new restaurant, while also doing significant restoration and upgrade works to the historic Victorian-era homestead.
The restaurant, which will feature produce sourced from Knox and the Yarra Valley, will be open for dinner on Fridays and Saturdays, and breakfast, brunch, lunch and high tea seven days a week — and will also be available for functions and weddings on request.
Mr Jones said the historic building was one of Melbourne’s hidden treasures.
“My childhood memories were of growing up in an 1859 homestead in Maffra and since that time I have been fascinated by old homesteads like Stamford Park,” Mr Jones said.
“We want people to know that this is a warm, friendly and accessible place to come for a bite to eat, enjoy the scenic surroundings and take in the rich history and heritage of this place.”
Knox Mayor Jake Keogh said Stamford Park was one of the area’s most treasured homesteads.
“Not only does the new restaurant honour and respect the rich history of the Stamford Park Homestead, it does so in a way that will bring enjoyment and fascination to all who visit here,” Cr Keogh said.
To make a booking phone 0447 312 725.
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