the world, and it can be found listed in many major Melbourne tourist guides. Public events (including exhibitions and performances), Film and Photography, Celebrations and Gatherings of many types are held on the property and amongst its buildings frequently. The Great Hall, Long Gallery, Barn Gallery and Chapel are used for private functions including weddings and receptions. Some Melbourne funeral directors use Montsalvat as a funeral venue. Montsalvat houses facilities for commercial gatherings such as seminars and conferences. Its spaces can accommodate up to 200 people, while formal meals can be provided for up to 120 guests. Cultural depictions It has been one of the filming locations for two vampire films, Thirst in 1979, and Queen of the Damned (2002). It was used for the opening scenes of John D. Lamond's Ozploitation film, Felicity (1979). Montsalvat was used as an abandoned monastery in episode 4 of Neighbours in 1985. In episode 5600 of Neighbours in 2008, it doubled as Portugal. It was also the location for Libby and Dans wedding. It was used for an episode of Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries in 2013. The episode was titled "Murder under the Mistletoe" and was broadcast on ABC1 on 22 December 2013. It was used for the wedding scene in Season 6 of the Australian drama Offspring in 2016. Scenes for Judy and Punch (2019) set in 17th century Britain were filmed here. See also Australian art Box Hill artists' camp Heide Museum of Modern Art Heidelberg School References External links Official site Culture of Melbourne Tourist attractions in Victoria (Australia) Australian artist groups and collectives Artist colonies Buildings and structures in Victoria (Australia) Arts centres in Australia Artists' studios in Australia Shire of Nillumbik