Carrick Hill Mansion. Adelaide. South Australia

Carrick Hill is a historic property located in the suburb of Springfield, approximately 10 kilometers from Adelaide's city center in South Australia. The mansion is known for its beautiful architecture, gardens, and art collection. Carrick Hill Mansion was built in the 1930s for Sir Edward Hayward, a wealthy South Australian businessman, and his wife, Lady Ursula Hayward. The mansion was designed by architect Louis Laybourne-Smith, and it is an excellent example of the English manor house style. The property is surrounded by extensive gardens, which were designed by landscape architect Paul Sorensen. The gardens are well-maintained and feature terraced lawns, meandering paths, fountains, and a variety of plant species. Carrick Hill is also renowned for its art collection, which includes works by prominent Australian artists like Hans Heysen, Tom Roberts, and Sidney Nolan, as well as European masters such as Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Marc Chagall. The mansion and its grounds are open to the public, and visitors can explore the beautifully preserved interiors, enjoy the art collection, and take leisurely walks through the gardens.