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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a flat-screen TV, and a bookshelf filled with books.
A room with two armchairs, a small table with a lamp, and abstract paintings on the wall.
A living room with a blue sofa, two framed artworks on the wall, a lamp, and a dining area in the background.
A neatly made bed with white linens and a brown throw blanket, a nightstand with a lamp, and three framed floral pictures on the wall.
A kitchen with a microwave, a coffee maker, a sink, and a shelf with mugs and a cat decoration.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 4•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Toys
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bowral, NSW
  • Place, Mount Gibraltar Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Corbett Gardens
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Tractorless Vineyard
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

woodland retreat - guest studio

A chic space with Mt Gibralter as your backdrop, set in a garden full of birdlife and the occasional wallaby. We offer private accommodation, with own entry through a shared garden, sitting room with a good selection of books and mags, Wifi and Bluetooth, kitchenette with a dining space, 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Very close to main wedding venues eg Bendooley Estate and Centennial Vineyards. Walking distance to Bowral, and close to Mittagong .

The space
The property contains 2 bedrooms: a queen sized bed, and 2 king singles in the second bedroom. Being self contained, it also contains a guest bathroom, separate sitting room looking into the garden,and small kitchen with dining area. Please note that when 2 guests wish to use both bedrooms for a one night stay we add an extra $50.00 to the fee. We provide quality linen, fresh local produce for breakfast with espresso coffee and tea, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and radio - all set within a charming space surrounded by contemporary original artwork.

Situated at the base of Mount Gibraltar with access to trails from the garden, this property offers a relaxed atmosphere in a secluded garden setting, which guests are encouraged to use. Located in a secluded part of Bowral, within easy walking distance to shops and cafes, this quiet country property provides you with a modern rustic charm that is sure to help you unwind and forget the stress of modern city life.

Guest access
I will send driving instructions closer to your arrival date .There is a small gravel path to the accommodation. The property adjoins Mt Gibraltar Reserve and guests can access the trails via the garden, and we encourage our guests to enjoy the garden and natural bird life.
We provide breakfast foods.
Guests can access a washing machine and dryer upon request.
We also have a collection of books on the local area and can recommend several wineries, walks, lookouts, picnic spots and local attractions.
Other things to note
Check out time is 10.00, but can be a bit flexible with prior arrangement.

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 2576, PID-STRA-34003
Property # 9931407
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bowral

Bowral is home to this apartment. Harper's Mansion and Berrima Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tractorless Vineyard and Bowral Golf Course. International Cricket Hall of Fame and Bendooley Estate Book Barn are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Bowral, NSW

What's nearby

  • Mount Gibraltar Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Corbett Gardens - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Tractorless Vineyard - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Centennial Vineyards - 4 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 8 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Bowral Station - 5 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eden Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gumnut Patisserie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toshi's Japanese Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is woodland retreat - guest studio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at woodland retreat - guest studio?

As of 4 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at woodland retreat - guest studio on 24 August 2026 start from NZ$281, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at woodland retreat - guest studio?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at woodland retreat - guest studio?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at woodland retreat - guest studio?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is woodland retreat - guest studio located?

Situated in Bowral, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Tractorless Vineyard. Corbett Gardens and Mount Jellore Lookout are also within 2 miles (3 km). Bowral Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, wonderful accommodation and thoughtful owners made this 3 day stay a winner.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
Thank you Barbara, it was a pleasure to host you .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A cosy and comfortable stay in a quiet spot only minutes away from the centre of Bowral. Everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sonia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, bright and cosy studio which was a perfect base for us to explore the Southern Highlands. Fiona was a lovely host, and her communication was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay with beautiful garden. Thoughtful range of books to read with games for a rainy day.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
Christine was a pleasant guest to host , happily recommend to other hosts
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a really lovely cozy stay, the hosts took great care of us and provided fresh bread and berries!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Thanks Pippa , glad you enjoyed your stay despite the chilly mornings , Fiona
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Great place if you're looking for a weekend away at Bowral. The space is very clean and comfortable with 2 bedrooms, cozy living room and bathroom. Kitchen is decent however we did not require as there are many places to eat in town. There is a nice outdoor setting however it was raining so we didnt get a chance to enjoy. We did appreciate the book selection, games and TV for indoor entertaining. Location was also great. Thanks Fiona for hosting such a nice place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2026
Thank you Colin - so pleased you enjoyed your brief stay at Woodland Retreat .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Woodland retreat immensely. The walking tracks close by, the peace & tranquility, made the stay extra special.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

VJ W.

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

Lovely stay

Very special location, quiet and peaceful, everything needed for an enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Marilyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very nice & comfortable. Host was lovely & helpful . Beds were very comfortable & heating was also good. We enjoyed our stay in such a quiet place very much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very comfortable stay for myself and my elderly parents. Cottage was spotlessly clean and the beds firm, but comfortable. We really appreciated the breakfast supplies that were provided. Thank you very much.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation was perfect and very comfortable for our little family. The space was very clean and well set up - with everything one might need. Location was peaceful with a lovely shared garden, but very close to town by car. Fiona was a lovely host and Eve included very thoughtful extras like fresh bread and jam! She was very responsive in communications and flexible with check out timing - for which we were very grateful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bianca E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely, peaceful spot. We wish we could have stayed longer. The hosts were friendly, very accommodating and made us feel very welcome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gill T.

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

Good break

Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed my stay. Very clean and cosy. I would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

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

Perfect!

A great place to stay with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

P M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful and serene place. The accommodation was perfectly appointed for us, and comfortable beds for our family of four. While the kitchen doesn’t have a stove (which we knew), it has an effective electric frypan which we put to use. Great location, just two minutes drive from Bowral Main Street. Fiona was a most welcoming and responsive host. Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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

Lovely Biwral getaway

Glorious little place near the mountain. Comfy beds, peaceful, many tea options and thoughtful provisions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ADELE C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cate D.

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

A lovely retreat

A cosy stay with lots of extras, books, games, and treats plus value for $ . I highly recommend this Woodland retreat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
Great guest , many thanks.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a lovely place to stay. Clean and cosy and well appointed for a girls weekend away. Ideal location for shopping in Bowral one day and nature walks another. Thank you so much Fiona and Graham.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aparna B.

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

Quirky and pleasant

Cosy, aesthetic decor, lovely garden setting, friendly host, good location. Was a pleasant weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
A lovely polite family to host , happily host again .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary L.

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

Superb

Beautiful stylish small cottage in a delightful garden..with all that you need for a comfortable stay - highly recommended !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The studio was comfortable, clean, private, with all the amenities you could wish for. We were only there for one night so didnt get for a walk to national park. It really was a little far from Bowral if you wanted to walk but that didnt matter for our purposes. Lovely little touches with fresh flowers, fresh bread and breakfast choices. We loved it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed was there and Fiona had left tasteful extras like fruit, bread, cereal and biscuits.We didn't have time to explore the national park as we visited a relative in palliative care and other relatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew b.

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

Cozy and welcoming

Everything was as described and more. Fiona was kind and friendly. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2024
Matthew was an easy and friendly guest to host.

About the host

Hosted by Fiona ormsby

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