The Royal Botanic Gardens of Sydney

Victoria Lodge

Built in 1865, Victoria Lodge is a beautiful sandstone cottage boasting incredible views of Sydney Harbour. 

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Location

Victoria Lodge, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Price

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Hire capacity

Up to 50 guests
 

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Garden accessibility
Further information

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Contact

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Historic cottage

Built in 1865, Victoria Lodge is a beautiful sandstone cottage boasting incredible views of Sydney Harbour.

Victoria Lodge has exceptional cultural significance. It is the only surviving lodge constructed to define the extremities and boundaries on each side of Farm Cove.  

This space is popular for art exhibitions, activations, team building or corporate launches. Victoria Lodge hire includes use of the deck overlooking Farm Cove.

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Sandstone cottage in shaded, leafy garden
Sandstone cottage in shaded, leafy garden
Sandstone cottage in shaded, leafy garden
Old black and white photo of sandstone cottage with fields and Sydney Harbour surrounding it

A piece of history

The Italianate-style design of Victoria Lodge is attributed to colonial architect James Barnet. Its tower was constructed in 1865 with pale-coloured sandstone, and the walls are sparrow-pick finished with a rock-faced finish at the base. A new wing made of Sydney yellow block sandstone was added in 1897.

Venue hire

Ideal for: 

  • Exhibitions

  • Team building

  • Corporate events

What's included?

Victoria Lodge is hired as an empty venue with no furniture. This means that you will need to hire all event services and infrastructure required to run your event such as catering, furniture and décor.

Rate card

July 2024 to June 2025

Events at Victoria Lodge

DescriptionStandard fee
14-day hire$2,390
21-day hire$3,043
Full-day hire (Garden opening times)$760
Additional hours $325 per hour

 

Miscellaneous charges

DescriptionStandard fee
Bond  $1,000
Cancellation fee$269

Supplier escort

  • Vehicle access suppliers only
  • Includes entry and exit
$93 per vehicle
Static Ranger (4 hour minimum) $69 per hour
Application fee$155
Parking permit$96

 

Note:

  • All fees are quoted GST inclusive.
  • The above rates include site hire only, all furniture and equipment need to be arranged by the Hirer.
  • Ranger fees are subject to a minimum of four hours.
  • Bookings outside of the Garden opening times will incur an additional Ranger fee.
  • Duration of event booking includes set up and pack down of the event.
  • Maximum of three supplier escorts per booking.
  • Additional miscellaneous charges may apply.

Need to know more?

Victoria Lodge Floor Plan (PDF, 2.1 MB)

Accessibility at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Venue hire terms and conditions

Venue hire frequently asked questions

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