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Como House, Melbourne, an iconic colonial mansion, was built by Barrister Edward Eyre Williams in 1847, 12 years after the first settlement in the Port Phillip district. It graces five acres of historic gardens on the banks of the Yarra River. The house was named after Lake Como in Italy. It has been home for 95 years to the Armytage family, who were prominent members of Melbourne society, and has become a part of the history of Melbourne and one of the most famous of the various Melbourne tourist attractions. Como House - Architecture Como House, Melbourne is a fusion of Australian Regency and Italian architecture styles. It has been preserved by the national trust and is a showcase of the elegant lifestyle Edward William liked to lead. The sprawling garden was designed by William Sangster. Como House still retains most of his original decorative designs. The Water Garden and fountain terrace were designed by Ellis Stones. There are gentle sloping lawns, picturesque flower walks and peppered over the spacious grounds are pine trees, terraces and gardens. Make sure that the Como House, Melbourne is not missed out in your Melbourne travel guide. Como House - Atmosphere Pop into the past while you are sightseeing in Melbourne. Drop by at the Como House Melbourne. A tour through the Como House reveals the lifestyle of the 19th and the early 20th century. The ballroom with floor to ceiling windows symbolizes the opulence of the bygone era. It is also proof to the influence that developments in technology had in dictating and transforming the life of the inhabitants. It is a different world even while standing in the bustling heart of the city. A picnic in the sprawling gardens of Como House is an enjoyable experience. Como Café, located within the premises of the venue, serves lunch. The Morton Bay Fig Tree is an ideal place to relax, sketch or read and enjoy the beauty of the place. A visit to the Como House, Melbourne immediately takes you 150 years back to the time when people first started residing in this house. The Como House is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm daily except for Christmas and Good Friday. Entry is allowed till 4:30 pm. Guided tours through the house are available every 30 minutes, with the last tour starting at 4:00 pm. An entry fee is required. For adults, it is $12; children $6.50; students $9 and for a family (two adults and two children), the entry fee is $30.
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