Welcome to Ceres Homestead.

As you enter the grounds of Ceres Homestead, you are transported to a bygone era.
A moment in time that is represented by the remnants of the steadfast buildings, their architecture and their functionality.

The surrounds of her are unique, majestic and romantic.
Subtly encompassing you, surrounding with elements of history, age and timeless beauty.

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The Garden at Ceres.

The garden surrounding the Homestead is a beautiful, formal English hedged garden. Surrounded by specimen and old English and French treescapes, the plantings are approximately 160 years old. With the canvas of age and beauty, garden designer Michael McCoy has sympathetically redesigned, in part, the remnant garden. The garden holds many specimen plantings, similar to plantings in the Ballarat Botanical Gardens. These gardens were planted at the same time.

Today the garden is the feature view from any window in the Homestead, with formal hedging including English Box, Privet, Portuguese Laurel, Japonica. Surrounded by Oaks, Elms, Cedars, Redwood, Bunya Bunya, Pines to name name but a few. 

Bespoke Weddings at Ceres.

Planning your wedding?
Enjoy the romance of
Ceres on your special day.

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  • Jane in the garden at Ceres Homestead
  • Ceres Homestead roses in the garden
  • Inside Ceres Homestead. Ornate wallpaper
  • Ceres Homestead grounds and hound house

  • Jane from Ceres Homestead

    In an interview with Country Style magazine, Jane says… “It’s a romantic place and a little snapshot of history. The house has a personality. We love to be here.”

  • Laurie’s customers, Fernando and Kate embracing by the lake on their wedding day.

  • The Vine Hall

    Prince Alfred and his mother, Queen Victoria, sent a cutting from the huge vine from Hampton Court Palace to Ceres Homestead. To this day, the vine, one of the oldest in Victoria, grows in a glass roof top conservatory known as The Vine Hall.

  • Laurie’s customers, Mariana and Carmen holding hands on a green lawn on their wedding day.

Upcoming Events.

  • Deborah Hutton

    Deborah Hutton, one of Australia's most loved media personalities, joins Jane Charles, Ceres Homestead owner, for a conversation on life on the other side of the filter.

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  • Wreath Making

    An afternoon creating a beautiful Christmas wreath at Ceres Homestead to add your own personal touch to the festive season.

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  • Belinda Jeffery

    Join us on Sunday 5 May 2024 at Ceres Homestead for a delightful morning cooking experience for Mother’s Day with Belinda Jeffery.

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  • Jelena Dokic

    The tennis star chats with Ceres Homestead owner Jane Charles to kick off this year's In Conversation Series event series in honour of International Women's Day 2024.

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Feel Enchanted by Ceres.

Follow Our Journey.

Such a glorious start to the day… this light!!! An inspiring day … so many great people, conversations … loved it all! xxx
Such a glorious afternoon here at Ceres Homestead… ignoring the chilly wind, the sunshine gave a hint that it could be Spring!?? xxx
The story continues…. I must say I am finding this Sunday night ritual cathartic…. Fourteen years ago we were a younger couple. Back then were living in the most beautiful home , with the most gorgeous neighbours. ( I still dream a
This is where I have spent most of the day…. dreaming and working !! Such a funny little nook , especially on this Spring day… capturing any sun we can! Photo @cobbettphoto Location @cereshomestead Beautiful Art @ogradyart #cere