When is Nutcote open?

May Gibbs' Nutcote House Museum and Gardens is open from Wednesday to Sunday, 11.00am to 3.00pm.

Is there any parking at May Gibbs' Nutcote?

There is no parking on-site at Nutcote and parking nearby is very limited.

While you might find parking on surrounding streets, Nutcote recommends that visitors take advantage of a short ferry-ride from the train station at Circular Quay across beautiful Sydney Harbour to Hayes Street Wharf in Neutral Bay. Should visitors prefer to take the bus, the 225 runs a regular service from Military Rd to lower Wycombe Road and from there it is a 2 minute walk to Nutcote. Phone 131 500 for further information. A disabled parking space is located near the entrance to Nutcote and operates between 10.30am and 3pm Wednesday to Sunday.

What is the access like for less able-bodied people?

May Gibbs' Nutcote is an historic property and is largely as it was when May Gibbs lived there. The property slopes down to the harbour and a paved path as well as a number of stairs need to be negotiated to reach the house. While there is a disabled toilet, this can only be reached by a set of some 15 stairs from street level.

When is the Tea-Room open?

The Bib and Bub Tea-Room is usually open during our normal opening hours. However, as it is staffed by volunteers, we cannot guarantee that it will be open when you visit. We suggest you call us first to check, if you would like to plan a lunch overlooking the formal English garden.

What is the entry fee?

An entry fee applies to enter the property and tickets can be purchased in the Gift Shop/Admissions Centre on Wallaringa Road. Adults $9, Concession holders $5.5, Children over the age of five $3.5, Family of two adults and two children $20. This price includes entry to the house museum and gardens. Prices are subject to change.

Do you need to book to visit?

You only need to book to visit if you are bringing more than 9 people.

What is there to see at May Gibbs' Nutcote?

Nutcote is a charming house and garden on the shores of Sydney Harbour at Neutral Bay. The house itself is a period house built in 1925, and has been renovated to reflect the style of the 1920s and early 1930s. A visit allows you to walk around May Gibbs' home and features a collection of her World War I postcards, early edition publications and the studio desk, at which she worked while creating her famous works. The garden is a delightful mix of native and exotic plants, some of which May planted herself. There is also a Gift Shop and Tea-rooms.

If we don't have a tour and just look at the garden, does it still cost to get in?

Yes, the admission price includes your entry into the gardens. However there is no obligation to take a house tour if you would not to. What is there to do for kids? May Gibbs' Nutcote has a children's room in the gallery section of the museum where they can dress up as the Big Bad Banksia man, Ragged Blossom or a Gumnut baby. There are also activities in this room such as colouring in. Children also enjoy playing in the garden, finding our small sculptures and seeing our caterpillar hedge! Nutcote regularly runs programs in the school holidays with extra activities. See School Holiday Programs for more details.

Why is the house displayed as if it were the late 1920s or early 1930s?

This period was chosen due to the evidence available. Some background sources included her husband's diaries and letters, photographs of the house by the occupants, photographs taken by Harold Cazneaux for an article about Nutcote for the magazine, Australian Home Beautiful in 1926 and oral histories from family and friends.

Are there children’s birthday parties at May Gibbs’ Nutcote?

Yes, children’s birthday parties are offered for a maximum of 15 children aged between 5 and 10 years of age. They are of two hours duration and usually operate on Saturdays. They do not operate on Sundays, although they may also be held on week-days during school holidays, when Nutcote is open. There are a maximum of two sessions per day, with the morning session from 10.00am –12.00am and the afternoon session from 1.00pm-3.00pm. Children are offered the choice of two different parties based on May Gibbs’ enduringly popular children’s stories. Click here for more information.

Can I book May Gibbs’ Nutcote for a private function?

Yes, private functions held at Nutcote are quite diverse and can range from celebrations of special private events such as wedding ceremonies, special anniversaries, naming ceremonies, birthday celebrations and baby showers to events such as authors’ and artists’ workshops, book launches and exhibitions and their opening ceremonies. Click here for more information.

Why is the house displayed as if it were the late 1920s or early 1930s?

This period was chosen due to the evidence available. Some background sources included her husband’s diaries and letters, photographs of the house by the occupants, photographs taken by Harold Cazneaux for an article about Nutcote for the magazine, Australian Home Beautiful in 1926 and oral histories from family and friends.

How do I get to May Gibbs' Nutcote?

Car: There is no parking on-site at Nutcote and parking nearby is very limited. There is a disabled parking space very near the entrance to Nutcote on Wallaringa Avenue which operates from 10.30am - 3pm Wednesday to Sunday.

While you might find parking on surrounding streets, Nutcote recommends that visitors take advantage of a short ferry-ride from the train station at Circular Quay across beautiful Sydney Harbour to Hayes Street Wharf in Neutral Bay. Should visitors prefer to take the bus, the 225 runs a regular service from Military Rd to Lower Wycombe Road and from there it is a 2 minute walk to Nutcote. Phone 131 500 for further information. The nearest train station is Milsons Point Station ( or North Sydney station) and Nutcote can be reached friom there by foot ( 20 minute walk) or taxi.

Bike: Cyclists are always welcome to leave their bikes safely off the street on the terrace outside our Gift Shop.