Visit Wellington's oldest original cottage, the best example of its type in New Zealand.

 

Built by William Wallis as a home for his family in 1858, this was a time when candles were made from tallow and the nails used to build the Cottage were imported.

The cottage typifies the elegant late-Georgian style of houses built in Wellington through to 1870. The heritage garden is a thriving example of cottage style planting, with a mix of flowers, vegetables, herbs and fruit trees.

$5 per adult for entry and tour
(children accompanied by parents are free)

Open every day 12 to 6pm
until 21 March '10
(Booking essential for education and other groups - charges apply)

Open Saturday and Sunday 12 to 4pm
from 22 March to 24 December '10
(Also open Monday to Friday by arrangement for education and other group - charges apply)

 



community open day
21 March '10

Join us to celebrate the end of our successful summer season. There will be talks, tours and demonstrations of colonial crafts.
No booking necessary.

‘...a haven amidst the hustle and bustle of a modern city.’ Christine, Wellington