Montsalvat Arts Community - Eltham (VIC)

5 /5 Chris Bray: I had seen this on social media on a couple of occasions and am so glad that we decided to go here and check it out. It is an interesting amalgamation of architectural designs and the overall vision of the whole community is incredible. Its like stepping into some sort of European fairytale area with a mix of gothic, French and 18t Century design. Created predominantly by two artistic families, it is something totally unique. We spent a good couple of hours exploring the grounds and different buildings and garden, and then had a light bite to eat in the cafe there too. A great experience that we talked about for a long time after.

5 /5 Bill: Montsalvat is a beautiful oddity, and that’s exactly what makes it so special. Wandering through its stone halls, leafy courtyards, and farmyard stables feels like stepping into another time (or several times, even. Owing to the mix of architectural styles). It’s a mix of medieval whimsy and rustic charm, which somehow fits perfectly with its purpose as a sanctuary for creativity. There’s something a little magical about the place, like it was built for dreaming and daydreaming. Highly recommended if you like your culture with a touch of eccentricity.

4 /5 Karam Devnani: This place is beautiful. Takes you back in time. Theres some sort of comfort being there. It was quiet and lots of open spaces where you can enjoy and relax. Explore the place and the art at your own pace. There are some peacocks in the wild in the area so keep an eye out for them!

4 /5 Masood Abdali: Beautiful place if you are an art and like old European architecture ,vey decent coffee. A perfect spot to kill your 2 hours on weekend! Entry fee is $14 per person!