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The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx

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Entrance
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Master Bedroom
Lounge Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bowral, NSW
  • Bowral Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Centennial Vineyards
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx

Our Cottage, which was built over One Hundred Years ago is both intimate and elegant having recently been fully renovated and painted both inside and outside featuring a gas fire, new ducted air conditioning, new large smart TV, new lounges, heated towel rail, a Master Bedroom with its’ new King Bed that can be split into Two Single Beds and a Second Bedroom with its’ new Queen Bed together with a beautiful garden space to sit in fronting the road through a garden and a white picket fence and a rear deck on which to quietly enjoy our beautiful Southern Highlands weather.

The whole Cottage, which looks like something out of a magazine including all of the comforts of home, is yours to escape to & enjoy.

Perfect for golfing weekends, wedding guests, girls' weekends, romantic weekends, families and business travellers etc.

We are also Pet Friendly. If you want to bring your pet on holidays with you, we charge a Pet Fee.

Our Cottage is a flat 3 minute walk to the heart of Old Bowral with its restaurants, cafés and boutiques, gorgeous parks, museums, galleries, vineyards and golf courses.

For larger groups we can offer accommodation for up to 14 people with our two Hidden Door properties and our secluded private luxury boutique home, Hall House, which is also within minutes walk to the heart of Old Bowral:
• The Hidden Door Cottage - 2 Bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 Bathroom;
• The Hidden Door Villa - 2 Bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Bathrooms; and
• Hall House - 3 Bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 2 Bathrooms and a Luxury Outdoor Spa.

The Hidden Door Cottage & Villa are both self contained and separate.

All of our properties, which are under separate listings, have been recently renovated both inside and outside. Hall House is our only property that does NOT allow pets.

We can split our King Bed in the Master Bedroom into Singles. We cannot split the Queen Bed in our Second Bedroom. Please let us know at the time of booking if you would like the King Bed split.

All beds are fitted with electric blankets for the cooler nights.

We are only a phone call away, so don't hesitate to call us if you'd like tips on where to visit, shop and dine in the Highlands. Live like a local, regardless of the length of your stay.

The Southern Highlands is a beautiful year-round destination. Stop-in-your-track colour characterises autumn; snow sometimes accompanies winter; spring dazzles with its kaleidoscope of colour; and summer warm days with low humidity. Bowral is a such a safe destination, so you can wander to your heart's content.

Our Cottage is within walking distance of the train station and Bowral is serviced by taxis.

If you have your own car, there is free unlimited parking right out the front on The Hidden Door side of Bundaroo Street (and around the corner in Bendooley Street). Across the road there are some parking restrictions during weekday business hours and Saturday morning.

Property manager

Greg Hall
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-1766-2, 2576

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bowral

Bowral is home to this cottage. Harper's Mansion and Berrima Courthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve. International Cricket Hall of Fame and Bendooley Estate Book Barn are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Bowral, NSW

What's nearby

  • Corbett Gardens - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • International Cricket Hall of Fame - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bowral Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Centennial Vineyards - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Bowral Station - 4 min walk
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Onesta Cucina - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪HOME No.9 Thai Cuisine by Bangkok House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Gumnut Patisserie - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Press Shop - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx located?

Situated in Bowral, this cottage is steps away from Tractorless Vineyard and Corbett Gardens. International Cricket Hall of Fame and Bowral Golf Course are also within 15 minutes. Bowral Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury in Berry

Beautiful home, well appointed and great location. Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

It was great and as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Heaven!

We stayed 3 nights in the week before Christmas. We arrived on a hot day to air conditioned comfort, gorgeous decorations, and everything we could possibly need. Our poodle was welcome and that made it perfection for us. Absolutely loved the sumptuous linens, soft bds, extra throws and divine pillows to snuggle in. We loved our stay and intend to return, thank you Greg and Jo!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

The Hidden Door Cottage has a lovely old world charm, is well equipped and is in a very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Luxury Bowral Stay

I could tell from the moment we walked into The Hidden Door Cottage, Bowral that this was a very special place. The Cottage was just beautiful, the ultra modern air conditioner was on and we felt so welcomed and comfortable. Our Hosts Jo & Greg have created a luxury retreat in Bowral which is only minutes away from the main street. We loved our Bowral stay and most important, we'll be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Winter Retreat

We stayed at the Hidden Door Cottage as a winter retreat for a significant wedding anniversary. The hosts, Greg and Jo were friendly and helpful. Local knowledge was lovely to make the most of our interests - walking and photography. The links to the local restaurants was much appreciated, too. The place was immaculate, and we loved having the cottage to ourselves. The gas fire was great to curl up near in the evenings and read books. We loved the lovely wooden ducks, and went on a mission to find some at Berrima. It is in an ideal location for a leisurely stroll to the main street to check out the shops and walk to dinner. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fleur B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cozy cottage

A warm welcome to a lovely cozy Cottage was appreciated, the fire was on when we arrived. Very comfy beds and the Cottage is in a great central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roderick S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pet friendly stay in Bowral

Great location, very comfortable property and best of all we could take our little dog with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

excellent property and host

Great location near to the centre of town - and perfect facilities for a short getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaye J., Canberra, Autralia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hidden Door. We had everything we needed in this charming, cozy and comfortable cottage. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Property

The cottage exceeded expectations, really glad we made this choice. Top quality furnishings and fittings. Perfect location, quiet but close to everything. Great spot to relax on the front veranda with a leafy outlook. Could not imagine a better place to stay for the weekend. Helpful host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

NFP L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay at gorgeous cosy cottage

Beautiful renovated cottage. Gorgeous furnishings, bedding and linen. Great location in town. Lovely lovely hosts who had turned on the heating and the lamps before we arrived and left us with some lovely bubbly. Can’t wait til we stay again. Highly recommend. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant in every way.

Cottage is spacious, clean and functional. Location is perfect. Host was communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cottage in Bowral

Amazing cottage- walking distance to Bowral shops , cafes , restaurants- a great pub on the corner just down the street . Greg’s communications were spot on . Overall - very enjoyable time in the Southern Highlands
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kon g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekender spot

Very central to all shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cat M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, warm and cosy.

Lovely cottage in town . Great fireplace and lovely decoration
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This property is just as lovely and as comfortable as it looks and the location in central Bowral could not be better. The owner was helpful and we were made to feel very welcome. S. and A. Hill
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous!!

A stunning renovation by caring and attentive hosts. We highly recommend this comfortable, well located, character filled property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cottage, great location

The cottage was beautiful, with everything we needed and just a few minutes walk to the Main Street. We’ll definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ducted a/c plus fireplace made it very cost! Our Cavoodle loved it as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impressively beautiful property

From the moment the front door swung open this property was one wow to the next. It was immaculately presented and beautifully decorated with luxurious yet cosy rooms. My adult daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our mid week break which was made all the better with the comfy beds, warm rooms, fluffy towels and generous toiletries left by the owner. It’s location in a quiet leafy street, just one block off the Main Street of Bowral, offered many choices for eating, shopping and entertainment, though we could just as easily have eaten in in the modern and well equipped kitchen. We certainly enjoyed an afternoon wine on the outside balcony. I would not hesitate to book this property again and highly recommend it to couples or adults who like a relaxing break with a touch of luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A must stay when visiting the Southern Highlands.

We visited Bowral to attend a family wedding, this cottage was so well presented. The history of the cottage has been well preserved and it is styled impeccably. The beds are luxurious. The location is perfect, everything is in walking distance but is far enough away that you don't hear the town. If you are visiting the Southern Highlands, this stay is a must.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cottage

Nice country town feel and very cosy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

COZY LITTLE COTTAGE

Pros 1. They definitely know how to decorate a home. 2. The entire cottage can be heated up with a gas fireplace and Central heating. 3. Electric blankets on all the beds 4. Bathroom was lovely and roomy with heated lamp 5. Tv worked well Personal Cons; 1.Would like a little bit more space to move around as it was a little tight. 2. Kitchen was ok 3. Hard to get comfortable in the couch
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Close to Town

It was a midweek stay, property was within walking distance from town but found a lot of restaurants closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Greg Hall

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