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259 comments

1. 259 Ryan Olsen
   Aug 7th, 2008 at 7:21 pm

   Wow! I loved Rupertswood Mansion. The place, the history, and the service, incredible!! I couldn’t give it a higher recommendation.

2. 258 Mark Pollard
   Aug 7th, 2008 at 7:09 pm

   What a beautiful place, inside and out, amazing!!
   Margaret, an absolute gem! I’ll be back.

3. 257 Penelope
   Aug 3rd, 2008 at 7:09 pm

   It really is a lovely place to stay. The rooms, the service, the food…and the beautiful house. We would highly recommed it to anyone wanting to get away from it all. We will definately return.

4. 256 Belinda Sorbello(Bella)
   Aug 3rd, 2008 at 5:58 pm

   I love the Mansion..inside & out!!! I love Margie!!! Right on our door step a place so warm with its beautiful surroundings that i never want to go home especially due to the fabulous food & wine & of course company. Looking forward to staying the night very soon

5. 255 Pam O
   Aug 3rd, 2008 at 4:59 pm

   What a wonderful place! Enjoyed a wonderful staff function. Excellent service and outstanding food. Margie you are a star!! Love the Friday night drinks too!

6. 254 Danielle Hough
   Aug 2nd, 2008 at 11:50 pm

   we have just booked rupertswood for our wedding in may 2009, such a beautiful place, a great backdrop for our wedding,margaret was wonderful, also offers beautiful accomodation,truely breath taking!!! a must see!!!!

7. 253 Paula H
   Aug 2nd, 2008 at 6:54 pm

   An absolutely stunning place in every way - splendid furnishings, professional but warm and friendly service, a must for either a romantic night or two away, or an intimate gathering - just superb! Margaret is the host of all hosts. I’ll be back!

8. 252 Sarah Jane
   Aug 2nd, 2008 at 4:37 pm

   a wonderful place to see. The staff are fantastic and make every stay an enriching and enjoyable experience. Take every opportunity to see this historical landmark. this is most definitely a place you will want to keep coming back to.

9. 251 Gary Terry
   Aug 2nd, 2008 at 11:58 am

   A sense of unsurpassed elegance is felt as you approach this colonial period mansion following a short drive down a winding private road bordered by an orchard of olive trees and a small vineyard. Passing a lake and sporting ovals you half expect to see at the next turn carriages and the aristocracy or gentry of yesteryear.
   As you enter Rupertswood mansion you can actually feel you are part of the past - a must
   see attraction for all Victorians

10. 250 Mirella & Ric
    Aug 1st, 2008 at 10:48 pm

    What an amazing place to see and stay. When I walked in to Rupertswood, I was so overwhelmed by the history and beauty. My husband & I haved stayed at Rupertswood for the last 2 years and are now excited to celebrate our 20th Wedding Anniversary there in August.. It’s a wonderful atmosphere, intrigged by such a wonderful and romantic house. What can I say about the staff they are tremmenous, fabulous so friendly and, courteous and polite. Margaret who is the Manager is so welcoming, the best host who greets her guests with open arms, she is so brilliant and talented and hospitable, she makes your stay so enjoyable and relaxed. The food is marvellous and presentation is incredible. The accommodation is so pretty and it makes you feel that you are actually in the 1800’s This place is such an experience not to be missed, I would highly recommend Rupertswood Mansion for anyone. Well done to everyone who works at Rupertswood, keep up the good work, because it always a pleasure to come back just to be treated special by you guys. This place is defiantly rated number one in our eyes.

11. 249 Virginia & Peter Cleary
    Aug 1st, 2008 at 4:12 pm

    Hi there,
    Rupertswood made me feel like Scarlet Ohara from “Gone with the Wind”. The period furnishings were something I just adored. I have stayed in a few lovely places in Australia but none compare to Rupertswoods with its period furnishings, grandeur and peacefulness. It was a grand place fititng those seeking a truely exceptional period experience. The food was also yummy. I have asked my huband to take me back again and again but with the lace dresses next time so I can pretend some more that I’m back in the time when Scarlet O’Hara was alive and men and women dressed with elegance. He promised he would so I am keeping him to that.
    Virginia

12. 248 Edward
    Jul 31st, 2008 at 11:05 pm

    stumbled on this place on our way to Daylesford, was most impressed the lovely lady that showed us around was extremely proud of the place and so she should .I have been the CEO of a large multi national corporaion for many years (now retired ) If this place was in Melbourne CBD it would certainly be the gentlemans club of Australia.
    Suitably impressed I hope you keep the fire in ypur belly young lady you will go far!
    Edward Young

13. 247 Joanne
    Jul 31st, 2008 at 4:00 pm

    A beatiful venue with excellent service. Highly recommended

14. 246 Linda
    Jul 31st, 2008 at 1:27 pm

    Great venue. Margaret was fantastic helping us arrange our Luxury Night

15. 245 alan
    Jul 31st, 2008 at 12:42 am

    Great spot make sure you visit

16. 244 Mary
    Jul 31st, 2008 at 12:37 am

    Visited Ruoertswood Mansion whilst on holiday from the Uk a couple of years ago went back again this week the place is looking even better than I remembered.
    We told so many back in the Uk especially the Cricket lovers.
    Who did win the Ashes back? Nothing like the poms and aussies fighting for the famous Ashes Trophy
    Had a tour by the tour operators couldn’t believe how informative really enjoyed our day.

17. 243 Sonya
    Jul 31st, 2008 at 12:31 am

    Where else in Australia can you go and visit the birthplace of the ashes I am a huge cricket fan this place deserves to do well in this poll. I was truly surprised by the beautiful home just brilliantly restored back to the 1800s amazing how the Clarke family lived wish I had a butler and lots of servants. We had a delicious lunch and the staff were friendly,attentive and very passionate about the place.
    I wish you well Rupertswood you deserve to be recognised and to let others enjoy what we did on our visit I will be spreading the word and I will be back.

18. 242 Sophie
    Jul 30th, 2008 at 1:02 pm

    It’s just the most beautiful part of our history and under wonderful management

19. 241 Christine B
    Jul 30th, 2008 at 10:32 am

    The Rupertswood venue is outstanding, the magnificant history and surroundings make any event spectatular. It is a most warm and welcoming environment. Top quality all the way.

20. 240 Danielle Vallotto
    Jul 29th, 2008 at 12:22 pm

    the staff make this place outstanding. They are so helpful and friendly.
    if i ever get married i would want to do it here!

21. 239 Peter
    Jul 29th, 2008 at 8:11 am

    Fantasic atmosphere, rich in history and good food.

22. 238 jo
    Jul 28th, 2008 at 6:58 pm

    wonderful staff.

23. 237 ELIO RULLI
    Jul 28th, 2008 at 10:46 am

    I get excited everytime we book a Rupertswood Wedding. Having photographed many brides at the venue it still rates on the top of my list as a location that stimulates the senses and absolutely abounds in opportunities for photograhy.

24. 236 Debbie Garner
    Jul 28th, 2008 at 9:33 am

    Having attended many functions at Rupertswood Mansion, I can honestly say that you would be hard pressed to find something as beautiful and as regal as this venue. A stay at Rupertswood is a special experience and one that takes you back to the late 1800’s.

    From the great staff to the superb food, the experience is a memorable one.

25. 235 Marie
    Jul 28th, 2008 at 8:19 am

    WOW what a winner, in every way - the building itself, the beautiful rooms, the excellent food, the lovely staff and hostess, the history of the place and its surroundings. A truly stunning place to experience! Worth the visit to Australia for this alone!

26. 234 peter
    Jul 28th, 2008 at 8:07 am

    what a great place to stay, magical!

27. 233 DR Robyn Mills
    Jul 28th, 2008 at 7:48 am

    I have married many people at Rupertswood and have had wonderful dining experiences. The accustics for singing are sensational. The stories of the past and the history will send shivers up your spine. Rupertswood Mansion is definately not to be missed.
    ROBYN

28. 232 Alan and Donna
    Jul 27th, 2008 at 3:49 pm

    A great place to stay and enjoy the surroundings and food.

29. 231 Diane Steckyj
    Jul 27th, 2008 at 2:01 pm

    How proud I am that I live near this wonderful icon of history. The splendour awaits you as you walk up the stairs and just goes on from there. I love Rupertswood Mansion and have been there many times - my most recent visit was to t be wined & dined and entertained by Lisa Edwards. What a fantastic evening. Everything about the night was wonderful especially sitting in the incredible dining room and soaking in the history. I felt like royalty.

30. 230 Rosemary Henderson
    Jul 27th, 2008 at 12:30 pm

    Found the property awesome - the grandeur of the building and the hospitality

31. 229 Margaret
    Jul 26th, 2008 at 10:52 am

    Enjoyed ambience , food ,accomodation and friendly staff. Will recommend to others and will return for another stay.

32. 228 Georgie
    Jul 25th, 2008 at 7:09 pm

    Rupertswood is absolutely beautiful. Exquisite mansion and facilities and the hosts are the best ever. It would be the most wonderful place for any wedding or function - I know it is definitely on my list

33. 227 Margaret
    Jul 25th, 2008 at 4:28 pm

    A beautiful job has been done restroing this gracious mansion. We had a delicious meal there and had a tour of the rooms. They are luxuriously comfortable and grand. The history is fascinating !

34. 226 C Bristow
    Jul 25th, 2008 at 9:07 am

    beautifully restored, an ambience never before experienced!

35. 225 Brendan Ennis
    Jul 25th, 2008 at 7:43 am

    Have visited Rupertswood Mansion many times in recent years. It is such a spectacular building - it ‘feels’ great. Hospitality of staff and dining experiences have been terrific. Haven’t been lucky enough to stay, but I have inspected the accomodation and they are first rate.

36. 224 Carol Mathew
    Jul 24th, 2008 at 11:11 am

    A beautifully maintained historic mansion set in wonderful grounds. And the meals are delicious!

37. 223 Anissa
    Jul 24th, 2008 at 9:01 am

    I was invited to attend a freinds wedding at this venue and was in awe of this fabulous building. Such splendour.The whole event was wonderful. The food kept coming and coming and was so delecious. I give this venue 5 stars and would have any special event held there.

38. 222 Linda Turner
    Jul 24th, 2008 at 8:43 am

    Our very own Aussie Castle with all the trimmings, class and unique history of
    Australia so that you can LIVE the experience :all 45mins from the City.

39. 221 Helen
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 7:47 pm

    Went to Peter & Margaret’s fabulous wedding and Pete’s 60th Birthday Karaoke cocktail party in the evening.Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves and commented on what a beautiful place Rupertswood is! Also the food and atmosphere was great.

40. 220 B Nixon
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 4:59 pm

    A wonderful place - a sense of history, of elegance, or graciousness. A chance to be real ‘ladies and gentlemen’ for an evening. The calendar of events is a ‘must’, as there are great guest appearances. Food to die for, especially their special dinners.

41. 219 PETER
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 4:24 pm

    Got married there on Saturday and held a birthday party in the evening. It was absolutely magnificent. The presentation and service are a credit to the management. The food was excellent and the period accommodation very
    impressive. A most wonderful day was enjoyed by all. We will be going there again soon to be spoilt by Margaret and her friendly staff.

42. 218 RICK
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 4:11 pm

    Attended a wedding at the week end. I beleive it was one of the best places that I have every been to, Great place, food excellent. Staff very friendly. Beautiful Old place with great surrounds.

43. 217 ashley
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 11:48 am

    this place rocks. Margaret is the best. See you again soon.

44. 216 tina
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 10:10 am

    i went to a wedding last week and I found the staff were very friendly and the food was execellent.

45. 215 Mary
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 10:04 am

    I love visiting the mansion listening to the history behind it and seeing the Battery of Horse Artillery do their stuff. A lovely venue for any function.

46. 214 Les McLean
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 9:22 am

    A visit to the “Bithplace of the Ashes” never disappoints. Fine food and wine, outstanding customer service, and Rupertswood Mansion itself is breathtakingly beautiful. We just keep coming back…

47. 213 Pam
    Jul 23rd, 2008 at 8:54 am

    Attended a wedding at the week end. I beleive it was one of the best venues that I have every been to, Lovely place, food excellent. Staff very friendly. Beautiful place. Very interesting History surrounding the mansion.

48. 212 Damian
    Jul 22nd, 2008 at 8:34 pm

    Always look forward to visiting the mansion. Service is excellent and the atmosphere is relaxing. A great trip for interstaters and overseas visitors.

49. 211 John & Janelle Dyson
    Jul 22nd, 2008 at 2:36 pm

    Travelled down from lovely, warm Queensland last week-end. Missed the wedding but thoroughly enjoyed the 60th birthday party, the overnight stay and beautiful breakfast. Even through a fire emergency the staff were impeccable and made us feel so welcome. The mansion is absolutely fabulous and superbly managed. Just a shame about the weather outside!

50. 210 marilyn
    Jul 22nd, 2008 at 1:50 pm

    Love the place! Make sure you visit the original stained glass windows are the best I have ever seen.

51. 209 Kathleen
    Jul 22nd, 2008 at 9:43 am

    I attended a wedding and a 60th on a cold, blustery Saturday, but inside was warm and cosy. Staff were efficient, friendly and helpful. Food was superb. Ladies - check out the ladies lounge - wonderful.

52. 208 Denise Avery
    Jul 22nd, 2008 at 8:49 am

    Attended a wedding on the weekend and found everything, location, mansion(itself), historical information, food of an extremely hight standard.

53. 207 Karon de Ross
    Jul 21st, 2008 at 8:40 pm

    Myself and three friends thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas in July. The food was delicious (the ham was magnificent and the custard was lusciously thick,rich and creamy). Even though a fire had occurred the night before,our experience was very friendly and attentive staff.

54. 206 Bruce Keys
    Jul 21st, 2008 at 10:45 am

    We had a wonderful Christmas in July the day after an emegency situation had kept the staff up all night. They were completely unflappable. The food was magnificent and the building is stunning. What is most memorable is how friendly and accessable this place is to the general public. Just read the other comments. After our experience I am sure that they are 100% true.
    Keep up the good work and we will be back for more.

55. 205 Sean Dignum
    Jul 21st, 2008 at 9:02 am

    A terrific place and the management and staff are very friendly and helpful.

56. 204 Clarkey
    Jul 20th, 2008 at 6:19 pm

    The home of the Ashes! What more can I say! Well done Rupo!

57. 203 simon
    Jul 20th, 2008 at 6:04 pm

    Had a wonderful anniversary thanks to Margaret and her marvellous staff. Will be back for my wedding

58. 202 Neil Inglis
    Jul 19th, 2008 at 5:12 pm

    Rupertswood is not only the Home of the Ashes but also an historic mansion displaying the lifestyle of the 19th Cent Victoirian “squattocracy” as well as a wonderful accomodation site from which to visit local wineries, Mt. Macedon and Hanging Rock. What more do you want?

59. 201 Angela Arutjunow
    Jul 18th, 2008 at 6:22 pm

    I’ve travelled the world stayed many beautiful and expensive places. This place is the best. Everything from personal, happy, friendly staff and service. An absolute must specially for international visitors to who you want to show off a special part of Australia.

    Well done to Margaret and her amazing team. Look forward to seeing you all again.

60. 200 stephanie
    Jul 18th, 2008 at 3:09 pm

    Sunbury is very lucky to have such a great historical building, it is well decorated and restored and the catering is fabulious.

61. 199 Mark
    Jul 18th, 2008 at 12:12 pm

    Rupertswood is an absolute gem for anyone seeking a tranquil pampered stay close to Melbourne. The mansion is magnificent. The rooms have a wonderful “old world” ambience and the hosts, Margaret and Peter, are charming and professional to the extreme.

62. 198 Suzanne
    Jul 18th, 2008 at 9:47 am

    A beautiful place, managed by beautiful people, my wedding was the most amazing day of my life and I could not have wished for a better venue. The food was wonderful and the customer service was exceptional!!!

63. 197 Jeff Kennett
    Jul 17th, 2008 at 9:50 pm

    Has to be the world’s best kept secret this place oozes style,class,great food, service to die for Gordon Ramsey you would hate it!
    He would not find too much to moan about……. in a nutshell as Gorden would say ……………… F###### Brilliant! keep the good work going Margaret you gave up a lot to take on this project but you are the best thing that has ever happened to Rupertswood and Sunbutry.
    Jeff

64. 196 Andrew
    Jul 17th, 2008 at 9:37 pm

    Attended a 50th Birthday was overwhelmed by the total experience history and tour breathtaking, food excellent, company even better,great, Mansion .But the best bit finally won the heart of the girl I have wanted for 15 years taken me a long time to win her heart thanks Rupertswood we will certainly be back if she marry’s me anniverary will be with you, you set the mood and I thank you for that.
    I love her to bits.
    Andrew

65. 195 Rhonda
    Jul 17th, 2008 at 9:16 pm

    As soon as you approach the Mansion along the gravel drive way you are immediately taken back in time. Walk through the doors and you can only imagine what it must have been like to call this place home. The staff are friendly and welcoming and the functions exceed all expectations. Love it.

66. 194 sally
    Jul 17th, 2008 at 6:08 pm

    Love it, love it l,ove it!
    Just love old buildings this one is the best. We are so fortunate to have such a grand manor here in Victoria, they let us share the beauty of it not like most mansions very welcoming and informate of the history and restoration. We don’t have too many old places here in Australia never mind Victoria. Make sure you visit you wont be dissapointed
    Sally McCrae