Osborne House, 19th century mansion in North Geelong, Australia
The bluestone building features extensive verandas and stands on St Helen's shoreline, offering views across Corio Bay and the surrounding cityscape.
Construction of Osborne House began in 1857 under Melbourne architects Webb and Taylor, commissioned by Robert Muirhead who named it after Queen Victoria's residence.
The property sits on Wadawurrung Country, where Traditional Owners maintained connections to the land for more than 60,000 years before European settlement.
The Maritime Museum within the property grounds opens daily from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM, containing exhibits about local naval and maritime history.
From 1919 to 1924, the mansion served as headquarters for six J-class submarines of the Royal Australian Navy, marking a significant naval presence in Geelong.
Location: Victoria
Location: City of Greater Geelong
Inception: 1857
Made from material: bluestone
Address: 51 Swinburne Street North Geelong 3215
GPS coordinates: -38.11940,144.35800
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
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