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The Potterage

Country House

#1 of 103 Photo Shoot venues in South East Melbourne
#3 of 321 Creative Space venues in Melbourne
  15 reviews  – 
45, School Road, Melbourne, 3159 –
South East Melbourne
From $180
hire fee
Up to 28
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking available
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Spaces for hire at The Potterage

Whole house at The Potterage

Whole house
Country House
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Whole venue
28 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
THE POTTERAGE WILL BE CLOSED AUGUST 16 2025 UNTIL SEPTEMBER 20TH 2025 The Potterage is my private home, it is a French farmhouse, style with a cottage garden. Parking is available at the large double barn doors for easy access. The Potterage is available to professionals for photography and filming, this includes all the rooms, outdoor paved courty...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Air conditioner
Flatscreen TV
from $180 hire fee
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Reviews and ratings

4.9
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
8 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
4.9
Cleanliness
4.9
Location
4.9
Service quality
4.9
Value for money
4.9
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

SE
Sonali E.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 3 guests · July 2026 · Whole house

Beautiful venue for the photoshoot

4.0
TG
Thomas G.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 2 guests · July 2026 · Whole house

Great location! So much detail in the house, very unique.

Nothing. All good

5.0
KL
Kelly L.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 4 guests · March 2026 · Whole house

The house was amazing, would highly recommend. Linda was very responsive and helpful

5.0
GH
Gigi H.
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 5 guests · March 2026 · Whole house

great space!

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $250–$300 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $250–$300 hire fee per hour
Monday
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Thursday
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Friday
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $180–$200 hire fee per hour
Saturday
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $250–$300 hire fee per hour
Whole house
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $250–$300 hire fee per hour
Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 28
standing
External catering allowed
Parking available
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About The Potterage

The Potterage is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

The Potterage is a provincial-style farmhouse that combines French Provincial and Tuscan interior detailing within a cottage-garden setting.

Venue highlights: The house offers abundant natural light through arched windows and French doors, alongside exposed timber floors and period fittings that create varied interior looks. The property provides large barn doors and direct external access that simplify equipment movement and set changes. The site includes a working kitchen and on-site parking with an accessible bay.

Best for: Photography and film shoots, fashion and product campaigns, and editorial or portfolio location work.

Location: Menzies Creek in the Dandenong Ranges offers a rural bushland setting and cottage gardens that supply varied outdoor backdrops.

Usually booked for
Photo Shoot

Typically for 5-10 guests and costs between $400 - $700.

"The house was amazing, would highly recommend. Linda was very responsive and helpful..."

- Kelly L. Mar 2026

FAQ

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At The Potterage, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Free parking is available on-site: 6 spaces
  • Free on-street parking is available

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at The Potterage:

  • Whole house hosting 5 guests: $825

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

The Potterage is located at 45, in South East Melbourne.

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