Mercure Melbourne Doncaster - Luxury hotel - Schramm's Cottage

2.5 km, 5 min drive

Step back in time and explore Doncaster’s rich history and heritage buildings. Schramm’s Cottage is a beautifully preserved 19th-century stone cottage that offers a glimpse into the lives of early German settlers in Victoria. Built in 1874 by Lutheran pastor and schoolteacher Max von Schramm, the cottage originally served as both his family home and a schoolhouse.

Today, Schramm’s Cottage operates as a museum managed by the Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society. Visitors can explore rooms furnished with period artifacts, including a dining room, bedroom, and kitchen, providing an immersive experience of 19th-century domestic life.
The museum also features exhibits on the area’s orchard history and the contributions of German immigrants to the region.

Hours of entry:
The museum is open to the public on Sundays and public holidays (excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday) from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with the last entry at 4:30 PM.

Cost of entry:
Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children.
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