Here’s a guide to the best things to see, do and taste on a weekend at Burrawang House, the perfect base for an indulgent girls weekend. Comfortably accommodating 14 of your besties, its just 1-5-2 hrs drive from Sydney. The hot outdoor spa, private pool deck, three fireplaces for toasting marshmallows and ‘take me’ lounge areas, are designed for grazing platters and champagne!

Retail therapy starts in Bowral at Dirty Janes for antique stalls, vintage clothing and fabulous homewares; and head next door to the leafy boulevard of ‘Green Lane’ where Harrys on Green serves brunch filled with plant life and exotic travel memorabilia; then browse the High Street for one-off boutiques, hip homeware stores and quality op shops.

Pampering can come to you with a group make-up lesson by gorgeous local June-Rose who is available to come to Burrawang House to give make-up tips and tricks for looking your best, taking 1.5-2 hours.

After a refresh, Vino Rosso Tours will collect you at Burrawang House and whisk you away for the afternoon to Bendooley Estate, Centennial Vineyards, Cherry Tree and Joadja wineries for cellar door tastings and a loooong lunch.

The rest of your time will be consumed by the indulgences of Burrawang House - perhaps a table tennis tournament and billiard game, relaxing with a book from the library, a movie night, and taking a peaceful walk around Burrawang village.

Wake up and drive 5 mins to Moonacres Café in Robertson for sourdough breads, melt in your mouth bacon and egg rolls and other bakery delights.

Soak it up and in and don’t forget to look up at the stars! You won’t want to leave.

You will fall in love with the pretty English hamlet atmosphere of this tiny village with a big heart. If you can pull yourself away from Burrawang House, a lovely walk down the end of Harman St takes you past horses and farm dams brimming with ducks and birdlife. Many buildings, cottages and churches date back to colonial times. The air is crisp and fresh, the starry nights are incredible, and the trees grow grand. Expect to see grazing cows, rabbits, kangaroos and wombats.

Burrawang is located a 15mins drive from Bowral, 10mins from Moss Vale and a 5mins drive from Robertson.

Robertson (5 mins drive) - at Robertson Public House & Kitchen get a spot by the fire for all the traditional pub classic dishes with regular live music, comedy and gigs; Moonacres Café is the best for breakfast and lunch with sourdough breads, melt in your mouth bacon and egg rolls and bakery delights; Robertson Cheese Factory is ideal for all your dairy and platter needs with a café; and the Robertson Fruit Shop is brimming with fresh fruit and vegetables, gourmet food, imported and local cheeses, it’s a cooks delight!

Moss Vale (10mins) – newly opened Japanese Genso offers traditional tapas, sushi and sashimi in a modern space with divine cocktails; Bernies Diner is a must for relaxed retro shakes, burgers and salty fries; then buy delicious local farmed lamb and beef at Maugers Meats with butcher shops in Moss Vale and Bowral.

Bowral and Burradoo (15 mins) - offer a huge variety of cafes, pubs and restaurants. Lucette is a new bistro-brasserie in true Parisian style with French cuisine; Café Rosso has the best crispy pizzas in Australia (well, they get our vote!) in a buzzy Italian bistro with delicious cakes, next to Harris Farm Market; and in Autumn 2026 Three Blue Ducks are opening a restaurant and bakehouse, bringing their honest, fresh, seasonal dishes a short drive from Burrawang House.

In Burrawang we are excitedly awaiting the renowned Burrawang Village Hotel to re-open in Autumn 2026 with a full make-over, antiques and new dining, just 500m from the house.

Wineries - a renowned cool climate wine region there are 60 vineyards and 15 cellar doors close by. Bendooley Estate is housed inside the historic Berkelouw Book Barn, perfect reading after a long lunch with tables set around a roaring wood fire or in the sunshine outdoors overlooking the gardens and vines; Centennial Vineyards is a Tuscan-inspired winery with a moody central dining room, beautiful food and wines.

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Soak up the country air and buzz of historic towns and villages - walk, cycle, picnic or kayak in National Parks and State Forests right on your doorstep. There are picture perfect golf courses, antique shops, museums, open gardens and art galleries year-round.

Walks - Fitzroy Falls has walking tracks to the waterfall which plunges 80m into the valley; the Bong Bong Track is a favourite of ours as it’s paved all the way from Moss Vale to Bowral, perfect for running, cycling, prams and scooters!

Attractions - a 20 to 40min drive away are three attractions the kids will love. Jamberoo Waterpark is a theme park filled with adventure water rides, slides and it’s a great day out for the whole family; Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventure is the highest zipline in Australia with nature walks and stunning views; and Kangaroo Valley Safaris offer beautiful kayak and canoeing trips down the river and into Morton National Park.

Relax by the pool at Burrawang House, or if you fancy a half day out we have some great suggestions. Drive 45min to coastal Minnamurra which has stunning swimming spots along the river inlet and easy access with ladder points into the water; there are surf patrolled beaches at Kiama or Wollongong; head to Jamberoo Waterpark or find a cooling waterhole at the rivers in and around Kangaroo Valley and Robertson.