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Property Showcase: A Slice Of Bowral Heritage Could Be Yours

Briar Cottage – 42 Rose Street: Old Bowral charm with all the modern comforts, on the market with First National.

 

Nestled in the heart of Old Bowral, Briar Cottage is a rare 1890s treasure. It’s a home that feels as welcoming as it is beautiful.

 

Compiled by Terry Biscoe

 

A charming brick house with a gray metal roof at dusk. The front garden features lush greenery and a bare tree, conveying a serene and cozy ambiance. Briar Cottage located at Bowral Southern Highlands
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Just a flat stroll from the cafes, boutiques, and leafy streets of Bowral‘s bustling town centre, this double brick charmer offers timeless character with all the comforts of a modern renovation.

Soaring 10ft ceilings, polished hardwood floors, and natural light streaming from skylights create a sense of space and warmth from the moment you step inside.

Cozy living room with two gray armchairs facing a lit fireplace. A mirror hangs above the mantle. Hardwood floors and white walls create a warm, inviting atmosphere. Briar Cottage at Bowral Southern Highlands

– Coveted Old Bowral location, an easy flat walk to town

– Double brick 1890s build with modern updates

– Hardwood floors and 10ft ceilings throughout

– Two bedrooms, master with walk-through robe and ensuite with heated floors

– Decorative original fireplace in the second bedroom and built in robe

– Sitting room with slow-combustion fireplace, split system, and skylight

– Open plan living with double-glazed doors and windows overlooking gardens

– Renovated kitchen with stone benchtops, Miele dishwasher, gas cooktop, electric wall oven, and large corner pantry

– Second bathroom with combined laundry

– Large covered entertaining deck for year-round gatherings

– Separate studio with hardwood floors, VJ panelling, and tool storage

– Single carport attached to home

With its blend of old-world charm and contemporary style, Briar Cottage is so much more than a home, it’s a place to slow down, savour the seasons, and enjoy the best of Bowral living. Whether curling up by the fire in winter or entertaining under the covered deck on a summer’s evening, this is a Highlands haven you’ll fall in love with for years to come.

This truly unique opportunity is brought to the market by First National Bowral. A planned auction of Briar Cottage will be staged on site on Sunday 21 September 2025 (if not sold prior).

For further information please contact Reece Woods or Sarah Tarabay


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