Ellensbrook at Mokidup

About Ellensbrook at Mokidup

Ellensbrook at Mokidup is a things to do venue in Margaret River, Western Australia.

Originally a Noongar camping ground called Mokidup, the property became the site of a new home built by Ellen and Alfred Bussell in 1857. The homestead, known as Ellensbrook House, was constructed using local materials and is situated near the Ellen Brook, natural bushland, and coastal dunes.

Built over several decades with the help of convicts, deserters, and local Noongar people, the homestead remains largely authentic and true to its original use. It is a single-storey vernacular-style building with surrounding features such as a family grave site, a stone dam wall flume, and a waterwheel.

The property is home to various trees and plant life, although a tea tree hedge was destroyed in a fire in 2011. Managed by the National Trust of Western Australia, Ellensbrook at Mokidup has a rich history.

The Bussell family’s decision to build a new home in 1857 marked the beginning of its story. Despite changes in ownership, the site has maintained its original charm and significance.

In 1979, it was donated to the National Trust and underwent a six-year conservation program starting in 1984. The homestead was transformed into a museum and added to the State Register of Heritage Places in 2012.

After restoration work, it reopened to the public in February 2019, offering a unique and fascinating experience for visitors to Western Australia.

Good to know

• Type: Things to Do
• Area: Margaret River, Western Australia
• Phone: (08) 9755 5173
• Website: visit ↗

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