About
Gables on Finch is a historic 1902 Queen Anne-style mansion and wedding venue located on an acre of land in East Malvern, Melbourne. The venue is currently permanently closed due to unsuccessful lease negotiations. When operational, it featured a grand entrance lobby, 16-foot ceilings, a sweeping staircase, open fireplaces, stained glass windows, and 15 renovated rooms, including a Ball Room, Piano Room, Drawing Room, and Peacock Room. The exterior includes wide verandahs and manicured gardens designed by William Guilfoyle, featuring 120-year-old Himalayan Cedars, a rose-covered gazebo, a pond, and a fountain.
Key venue details and offerings included: - Capacity for up to 110 seated guests in the Ball Room or up to 150 guests for cocktail functions.
- Event capacity ranging from a minimum of 30 to a maximum of 200 guests.
- Six-hour venue hire with time restrictions ending at 1:30 AM.
- In-house catering by an executive chef offering modern cuisine, seated meals, and cocktail menus.
- Amenities such as floral centerpieces, candles, chair covers, and table linen.
- Historical features like original parquetry floors and intricate plasterwork celebrating Australian flora and fauna.