Lindesay

lindesayVisit historic Lindesay, built in 1834 and step back into the gracious life of early Sydney. Georgian interiors with their fine Australian and English furniture are complemented by an elegant parterre garden and well tended grounds with uninterrupted Harbour vistas. Below stairs the stone kitchen, servants’ quarters and freshwater well are reminiscent of times very different to today.

Activities

Lindesay is the perfect venue for weddings and other special occasions. A marquee installed over its flagged stone patio provides all-weather protection, with full views across manicured lawns to Sydney Harbour and covered access to the house. Kitchen and guest facilities. Refreshments may be arranged for group visits and coach tours.lindesay

Experiences

Elegance, belonging to different times; historical interest; beautiful grounds and vistas

Transport:

Coach/private car: park in Darling Point Road . Short walk along Carthona Avenue

Bus: 327 from circular Quay via Edgecliff Station

Ferry: from circular Quay to Darling Point

Train: 2.5 km walk or 327 bus from Edgecliff Station lindesay


ACCESSIBILITY

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Wheelchair users and people with limited mobility
Entry to the property is via a gravel drive with ramp access for ground floor rooms and gardens, accessible by wheelchair. Access to the cellar and kitchen is by steep stairs, and not advisable. Access to the first floor is by narrow stairs with handrail.

Blind and visually impaired
Braille and audio tours are not currently available.

Guide/hearing dogs
Guide dogs are welcome. Please contact the property for handling requirements.

Deaf and hearing impaired
No induction loops are fitted in the house.

Parking
Limited parking is available on site or Etham Avenue.

Accessible toilets
None on site. Nearest toilets are at Rushcutters Bay Kiosk, Rushcutters Bay Park. For more information go to www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au or ring Council's Community Information Officer on (02) 9391 7105

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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CONTACT INFO

1 Carthona Avenue, Darling Point 2027
Phone (02) 9363 2401
Fax
(02) 9328 2659
Email us

Download a PDF brochure here

ADMISSION

Open:
Guided group tours by appointment from Monday to Saturday. Open to the Public 1st Thursday of each month to 10am – 1pm, except January (guided tours on the hour).

Lindesay welcomes coach tours and group visits. Otherwise the property is open by appointment only. Lindesay can be booked for small conventions, lunches and similar events and is perfect for weddings.

Entry fees:
$6 per per person.
National Trust members free

Contact Diana on
(02) 93876981 or Trudy on(02)9363 2401 for group tour bookings.

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