It’s always fun to become a tourist in your own backyard and explore the best of what the Highlands has to offer.
And half the fun of that is having a weekend away in a part of the Highlands that you’ve never been to before, or that you’ve just driven through on the way to getting somewhere else further afield.
We put together a fab list of unique accommodation options close to home [no battling highway or holiday traffic!].
And you can always head to our Holidays In The Highlands hub for more accommodation inspo!
1 // Fulford Folly, Bundanoon
Stunningly renovated three bedroom Queenslander style home just minutes from the charming village of Bundanoon. And they have mini-donkeys! Oh, and a Champagne Bar. Aaaand this is the view from the bath…..
2 // Hanley Farm, Tallong
Gorgeous contemporary barn building with kickbutt views. Over 500 acres of farm paddocks, creeks, and pristine bush to explore.
3 // Redleaf Farm Carriages, Fitzroy Falls
A truly unique accommodation experience, these beautiful train carriages have been renovated for style and comfort. Hide away or get amongst it and get involved in life on Redleaf Farm.
4 // Hideout Cabin, Moss Vale
Imagine waking up to this! A gorgeous architecturally designed cabin built over a dam on a beautiful farm where you can go horse riding, get involved in farm life or simply relax by the fire pit. What a way to disconnect from all the crazy!
5 // Bendooley Estate Cottages, Berrima
A selection of super-stylish cottages in the grounds of the stunning Bendooley Estate with everything at your fingertips – fab food, wine, books and beautiful views.
6 // Edmond Tiny House, Robertson
Good things comes in small packages – absolutely! This tiny house has cracking views, perfectly styled compact but comfortable places and most importantly, peace and quiet.
7 // Wrenmallee, Joadja
Amazing architecturally designed homestead on 100 acres has views from every window and space…..so much space! And alpacas! And how good does that fireplace look?
8 // The Stables at Long Paddock, Burradoo
A gorgeous guesthouse with beautiful, stylish interiors that are oh-so-Highlands. Collect eggs from the chooks in the morning, wander around the 10 acres or jump the fence to the Bong Bong Cycling and Walking Track for a wander along the Wingecarribee River.
9 // The Lodge Farm Stay, Fitzroy Falls
Morning farm tours (on a cool 6 person buggy) where you feed the chickens, piggies, sheep, goats, ducks and more is a highlight of this gorgeous farm stay tucked away in Fitzroy Falls. Lots to do on the property including tennis, shoot some hoops, kick a footy on the fully fenced footy field or toast some marshmallows by the fire.
10 // Bunya House, Bowral
This beautifully restored grand old dame of a house [she’s 130+ years old!] is in Bowral. An easy walk into town, cute swing in the gorgeous garden and stunning interiors. If only the walls of this heritage home could talk – imagine!
11 // Dawning Day Barn, Exeter
How does being in walking distance from your accommodation to a fabulous cellar door sound? Literally 10 steps away! Pretty good, right? The cellar door, winery and accommodation at Dawning Day Vineyard in Exeter is all housed in a newly built contemporary barn on the property. Wine, cheese, nibbles and their signature limoncello at your fingertips. Perfect!
12 // Osborn House Forest Lodges
Set right in Morton National Park, these gorge lodges offer incredible views, privacy, amazing lighting, vintage rugs, timber walls, a cosy fire, and an outdoor tub to be at one with nature. Plus, guests score access to a dreamy Forest Bathing Deck with an ice bath, sauna, jacuzzi, and fire pit for the ultimate chill sesh.
How lucky are we? We see a sneaky stay-cay in our future!
Head to The Fold’s Holidays In The Highlands Hub for more accommodation ideas and inspo for what to do if you’re taking a break in your own backyard.
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