Could this unassuming house really be one of Victoria’s oldest? You might be surprised to learn that Manor House, right here in Bacchus Marsh, dates back to the 1840s. That’s even before the gold rush! Manor House isn’t just old; it’s a window into early Victorian life. It was built for Captain William Bacchus, a prominent pastoralist who, as you might have guessed, gave his name to this very town. The house he built wasn’t just a home; it was a statement. Manor House, with its Victorian Regency style and impressive craftsmanship, declared its owner a man of status. Sadly, Captain Bacchus only lived here for two short years. But the stories didn’t end there. Manor House went on to become a courthouse, a police station, and even a family home for over 90 years. Today, thanks to careful restoration, it stands as a proud reminder of those early pioneering days.
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Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to