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Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens

πŸ“ Shoreham, VIC

β˜…4.2(1,255 Google reviews)πŸ’°$0-$22πŸ‘ΆAll ages

Twenty-five-acre property on the Mornington Peninsula featuring Australia's oldest cypress hedge maze, a flowering Lavender Labyrinth, display gardens, gnome and fairy hunts, lawn games, and an on-site cafe. All ages.

βœ“ Australia's oldest hedge mazeβœ“ Lavender gardensβœ“ Gnome and fairy huntβœ“ Lawn gamesβœ“ Lavender ice creamβœ“ All ages

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children of mixed ages who want an unhurried outdoor exploration day. Young children engage with the gnome hunt and fairy search for the full duration as older kids and adults take on the maze seriously. Families consistently stay 3-4 hours. The lavender ice cream is a genuine highlight worth prioritising at the cafe.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Plan for 3-4 hours β€” families with young children regularly stay the full duration
⏰Try the lavender ice cream at the cafe β€” it is consistently recommended by reviewers
🎟️Family ticket pricing offers better value than individual adult and child entry
πŸš—Bring a picnic to enjoy on the open lawn areas between garden sections

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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Kitty M

4 months ago

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β€œAshcombe Maze & Lavender Garden is an absolute gem and one of the most beautiful places to spend a day. The moment you arrive, you’re surrounded by the most stunning, fragrant lavender fields and perfectly manicured gardens that feel straight out of a storybook. The hedge maze is so much fun β€” beautifully maintained, surprisingly challenging, and perfect for families, couples, or anyone looking for a bit of adventure. The fairy & gnome hunt is just the cherry on the cake - I’m not sure who had more fun, us parents or our kids? Lavender ice cream is a must try. Loved that the lady put the popcorn maker on as we arrived. The grounds are incredibly peaceful, with plenty of lovely spots to wander, relax, and take photos. You can tell how much care and pride goes into every part of the garden. The cafΓ© is wonderful too, offering delicious treats with friendly service and a cosy atmosphere. Overall, Ashcombe is a place that leaves you smiling long after you leave. A perfect blend of beauty, serenity, and fun. Highly recommend to anyone visiting the Mornington Peninsula β€” a truly unforgettable experience! πŸŒΏπŸ’œβœ¨β€

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ryan

3 months ago

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β€œWe visited Ashcombe Maze & Lavender Gardens and absolutely loved it. The place is extremely family-friendly and thoughtfully designed for children. There are so many fun activities for kids, including a playground, gnome hunt, and fairy search, which kept our younger child entertained for hours. The maze itself is very well designed and challenging enough that our teenage son really enjoyed it too. We also appreciated the family discount (2 adults + 2 kids), which made the visit very affordable. The cafe is beautiful and relaxing β€” such a lovely spot to sit and enjoy the surroundings. If you have an annual pass, this is definitely a place you’d want to visit often. Highly recommended for families! πŸŒΏβœ¨β€

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Raina J

3 months ago

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β€œWe visited mainly for our child, and the moment they heard there was a maze you could actually walk into, they were instantly fascinated. After enjoying a scoop of lavender ice cream at the spacious cafΓ©, we headed into the maze. The view of the maze from the lookout platform in the center was absolutely beautiful. After passing through two mazes, we reached a large open park β€” a perfect spot for a picnic. This is definitely a place we’ll be coming back to.”

πŸ“Š Commonly mentioned in Google reviews

Based on Google review tags

Mazes

245 reviews

Friendly staff

64 reviews

Lavender garden

28 reviews

Gnome and fairy hunt

28 reviews

Hedges

26 reviews

Overview

Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens in Shoreham spans 25 acres, anchored by Australia's oldest hedge maze planted with over 1,000 cypress trees standing 3 metres high. Families navigate two maze sections to find four mosaic flags, with a central lookout platform offering a bird's-eye view. The year-round Lavender Labyrinth, gnome hunt, fairy search, and lawn games including bowls and bocce keep younger children active between garden sections.

πŸ• Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday10:00 – 17:00
Wednesday10:00 – 17:00
Thursday10:00 – 17:00
Friday10:00 – 17:00
Saturday10:00 – 17:00
Sunday10:00 – 17:00

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