A curated space of texture, form and light, MoM is the perfect place for a romantic escape, one of quiet solitude, or for the backdrop to your wedding preparations. Based in the Dandenong Ranges, east of Melbourne, this tastefully styled home sits amongst beautiful established gardens and ancient trees. Soak them in from the comfort of the outdoor bath house, and enjoy the displays of autumn colours, spring and summer blooms, and the magnificent winter magnolias.

Upon arrival to Magnolias on Mernda, you will feel absolute peace as you shut off the outside world and leave everything else behind. It's time to unwind and enjoy the tranquility and solitude that this property offers.

“Our beautiful little house, our beautiful little family made up of lots of puppies over the years and my girl. A garden to walk through and lots of trees to peer up at like giants that surround and protect us from the outside world. A picnic on the front lawn and a nice long nap in the hammock on a spring break afternoon. This could be anywhere and is everywhere my girl is. Where ever we go our home is there too.”

- Prof. James Murray-Parkes

Previous owner

Two queen beds

Outdoor bath house

Serene gardens

Full kitchen

MoM is the perfect place to retreat and rejuvenate, with expansive views of the trees and gardens from the main rooms. Feel the gardens holding space for you, nurturing and relaxing. The house features two queen bedrooms, two living areas, a full kitchen, bathroom and laundry, plus a luxurious outdoor bath house.

Upon arrival you’ll find an assortment of locally sourced breakfast items, as well as a pantry and kitchen stocked with all of the essentials for hot drinks by the fire, cold drinks on the deck, or a bite to eat.

Magnolias on Mernda is a 1940s hills home that has been carefully nurtured and restored to enhance its deep history, bringing a wonderful melding of old and new in a modern and cozy space.

As the fourth custodians of this home, Lyndall and Colin have dedicated themselves to lovingly preserve its beauty.

Lyndall first sighted MoM when working as a landscape designer on the property, falling in love with its charm and the gardens which have been developed over the years. When the opportunity to purchase it came up, the pair took the plunge and jumped straight in to putting their own stamp on the property. With a number of refurbishments and a complete style overhaul - including transforming the old shed into a stunning open bath house - Lyndall and Colin have poured their love into creating a special space to share with others.

Prof James Murray Parks and his wife Edwina were the previous owners of Magnolias on Mernda, which was their home for many years. Here, James would sit with views of the maples and magnolias, musing on his ideas for biomimicry in architecture and design. These ideas have lead him through an incredible career as a leading engineer and physicist, designing major landmarks such as Optus Stadium and the newly opened 108 in Melbourne - the tallest apartment building in the southern hemisphere.

The gardens and home of Magnolias on Mernda make for the perfect backdrop for your wedding preparation photos, with natural light, unimposing backdrops and beautiful natural surrounds in every season.

The house and gardens create beautiful shots at every angle, with a wide range of indoor and outdoor locations to craft a consistent yet diverse album. Whether you’re booking for your wedding preparations or a commercial photoshoot, we take extra care to ensure the property is looking picture perfect. This includes additional garden maintenance, cleaning, and great attention to detail for the interiors.