Sages Cottage Farm dates back to the 1850s and has heritage
protected buildings and grounds. Captain Benjamin Baxter arrived at Port
Melbourne from County Cork, Ireland, in 1837 and became the first European
settler in the Mornington Peninsula district. In 1852 John Sage married Maria
Baxter – Benjamin Baxter’s daughter – and acquired a portion of Baxter’s land
in 1856 where John and Maria built their home - now known as Sages Cottage.

In 2013 Wallara took over the property to provide innovative
disability services in the tranquil setting, which included animal experiences,
horticulture and hospitality training.

‘Wallara’s aim is for Sages Cottage to be Australia’s most
inclusive farm’. The Sages shop sells a wide variety of wonderful gifts, many
made by Wallara clients of different abilities.

The heritage protected buildings have been restored to their
former glory and the cottage is now open to the public for tours, to experience
life on Sages Farm in the 1850s.

Join us for a captivating tour of Sages Cottage Farm and
experience the magic of this wonderful location. Wander through our enchanting
English and Rose gardens and wetlands, observe various lake birds and meet our
friendly farm animals before enjoying farm baked scones at rustic Sages Café,
situated in the old stables.