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Bunya House, circa 1890

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Bunya House
Sitting room with gas fire
Bedroom 1, with ensuite
Second sitting room with open fire
dining room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Breakfast included

Explore the area

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Bowral, NSW
  • Bowral Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Centennial Vineyards
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Bunya House, circa 1890

Bunya House is wonderful place to base yourselves to explore Bowral and it’s surrounds. This three bedroom property is within walking distance to Bowral shopping street with its great vintage, interior and clothes shops as well as a variety of restaurants and cafes. It is also close to Bradman Oval and the Cherry Tree walk.
Retaining many of its original features including an open fireplace, high ceilings and a wide hall, it has a lovely sitting room to relax in.
The galley style kitchen is fully equipped and breakfast basics are provided.
A beautiful bathroom with English Tapware fittings - a soak in its clawfoot bath is a must!
Make sure you wander through our veggie garden and enjoy a glass of wine on our veranda.
Brides love staying with us with Bunya House a perfect backdrop for pre wedding pics!

Property manager

Camilla Creswick

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 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 (limit 2 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
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-11118, 2576

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bowral

Located in Bowral, this holiday home is in the city centre. Tractorless Vineyard and Bowral Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Gibraltar Reserve and Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider International Cricket Hall of Fame and Bendooley Estate Book Barn. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours and birdwatching.
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Bowral, NSW

What's nearby

  • International Cricket Hall of Fame - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Corbett Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Bowral Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Centennial Vineyards - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 10 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Bowral Station - 17 min walk
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪HOME No.9 Thai Cuisine by Bangkok House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Gumnut Patisserie - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Press Shop - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Imperial Hotel - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bunya House, circa 1890 pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Bunya House, circa 1890?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bunya House, circa 1890?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bunya House, circa 1890 located?

Located in the centre of Bowral, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of International Cricket Hall of Fame, Corbett Gardens and Mount Gibraltar Reserve. Mount Jellore Lookout and Bowral Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km). Bowral Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lyn
Excellent. Will stay with Camilla and Greg again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in an historic house
Lovely property, well maintained and very clean. Loved our time in Bowral.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

carl g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best lockdown ever
Only booked 3 days, lockdown came - we extended, not once, but twice. Had the best time with an open fire, food, wine and a beautiful property. Camilla was a great host.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K., Sydney Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property in the heart of Bowral
My husband and I absolutely adored this home, which was warm and cosy, despite the usual cold temperatures in a Southern Highlands' winter. A gracious old home, with immense charm and character - we will certainly come back to enjoy the property in the summer time. We loved the comfortable beds, the warmth - and proximity to the Bowral village shops and restaurants. Adorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Bunya
A beautiful house and garden set high up on the hill. We especially enjoyed watching the sun go down across the valley from the wrap around verandah with a glass of wine. Camilla was an excellent host and we think she has the friendliest cat in Bowral!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Bowral Stay
The house is absolutely stunning, it has so much charm and character, and is super homely. Camilla was a great host, easy to deal with, quick to respond and very welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Geralyn I.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful home for photos
Disappointed with the state of the property when we arrived. Appreciate that it is an older period home which is what makes it so beautiful for photos but it was very dusty, bedroom shelves and toys that were left out for children to play with were filthy. We had to wipe down everything before our 18 month old could touch anything. Do not have anyone outside of those registered as guests even come and visit/set foot on the property without informing the owners or you’ll get a scathing visit from the owners as they live on the property. The couches were dirty and stained in the lounge room and covered with old bed sheets so not sure if they were even useable. Lots of the owner’s personal pictures on the walls and clothing in their drawers and wardrobes. Apparently the owners live in the home when it is not in use but this should’ve been clearly stated as there is no way you would expect to use the whole place comfortably, particularly if you wanted to unpack your things and use the wardrobe space. I stayed here on the eve of my wedding with my parents and had a very uncomfortable sleep due to the musty smell of the house and the dust. Again some beautiful pre-wedding pictures were taken but it was definitely not a pleasant stay. The
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Retreat
So relaxing, quiet yet within a few minutes to central Bowral. Such a stylish, sympathetic renovation of a lovely old house. The gardens a beautiful the owners have great taste the decor is georgeous. We loved the fire (to lazy to set the wood fireplace) so we used the gas instead. Pefect in every way
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous house
We loved our stay here. The house is beautiful and full of charm, and it’s a short walk into town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect weekend getaway
Divine house close to town; generous welcome from Camilla; beautiful Bowral didn't disappoint. This place is a gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highland Bliss
Old world charm with gorgeous interiors. Superb bedding . Delightful designer gardens and friendly pets. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had a lovely time. The house was gorgeous 👌
We loved Bunya House. Nicely furnished, very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tremendous Property and Host
Brilliant location in Bowral, easy stroll into town and Bradman Museum. The house has plenty of character and loads of space. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robyn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BLISSFUL
We would be happy to return and stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for sharing your house. It was lovely.
The lounge room couches could do with a freshen up and better configuration. That is the only feedback I have

10/10 Excellent

Brittany L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nothing but perfection
This property is one in a million. The historic quaintness hits you when you walk in, yet it is beautifully renovated to cater for all needs. The fireplace during winter is the crowd pleaser, and fire wood never runs out. Camilla as a host is so generous to ensure you have a great stay, and a great stay we sure did have. Highly recommend and we will all be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for the weekend
Gorgeous place to stay in Bowral for the weekend, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Toni & Brett S., Camperdown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something very special
Our stay at Bunya House was magical on so many levels it's hard to know where to start! This exquisitely-decorated home radiates guests the love which has been lavished on it by its owner/our host, Camilla, and her family. The interior decor would not be out of place in an interior design magazine, yet it is not at all remote or stuffy - just next-level gorgeous. Nothing has been overlooked, right down to the marshmallows ready to add to a hot chocolate sipped in front of the fire (or the high quality wine glasses for that sneaky red!) Beautifully-designed gardens make a sunny breakfast coffee on the verandah a delight ... and if you are taking a romantic getaway, don't miss the massive clawfoot tub big enough for two (although the hot strong shower is equally delightful). The only drawback to our stay was that one night just wasn't quite enough ... and we will be remedying that with a return visit next time we look for the perfect place to relax, reconnect and recharge! Bunya House (and its hosts) are definitely the creme de la creme!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paulina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and relaxing stay at Bunya Cottage
Wow.. Couldn’t ask for more for a relaxing weekend getaway. Bunya cottage is absolutely beautiful - so much thought has gone into the design and interiors. The house very clean and has everything you need from the well equipped kitchen, cosy fire place (we used the gas fire place in the lounge) and the house if very well equipped for kids - our little one loved the trampoline.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Escape from the city
We loved our stay at unique, historical, stylish & comfortable Bunya house. Just what we needed before we head back into our hectic city lives.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
<3 Bunya House & Camilla
Bunya House manages to be the perfect blend of a homestead-style property but within easy walking distance to all that Bowral has to offer. The house is gorgeous, set in beautiful gardens, with the interiors accenting the heritage characteristics whilst providing every modern comfort. We visited in winter - you've got to love a well-laid fireplace, and under-floor heating in the bathroom. Camilla was an extremely gracious hostess; really friendly and available but also extraordinarily discreet. We'll definitely be back: often. 5 stars <3

10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classy
Fantastic little place. Amazingly well styled. Hosts made us feel right at home and very easy to get into the heart of Bowral. Book it now.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bec W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful place to stay!
We had a fabulous stay at Bunya House in February. I stayed here with my bridesmaids the night before my wedding and it was a beautiful house to prepare for the big day! I can't wait to see the photos from the morning. My husband and I returned for the last two nights to relax after the wedding and it was like a mini honeymoon! The house is very stylish and comfortable with big bedrooms and lovely picturesque gardens just a short drive from town centre. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bobby P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bunya house
We stayed at Bunya house for two nights (24/25th Jan 2020). We wish we booked it for extra few nights. Camilla is excellent host, very helpful, informative and communication is 10/10. The house is real gem, perfect location (very close to Bowral CBD), very clean and also with exceptional interior and furniture. We really enjoyed every minute of our stay here. Have to mention meticulously maintained garden and spacious veranda. If you are after peaceful and relaxing place for a holiday this property is a definite choice. Highly recommendable in every aspect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful spacious home
and the views across Bowral from the verandah are lovely and peaceful. We would have liked to stay longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Camilla Creswick

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Why they chose this property

Bunya House is a perfect spot to base yourselves to explore the Southern Highlands of NSW. Whether you are here to attend a wedding or just escaping for the weekend our location in the heart of old Bowral is perfect to set off from. It's lovely wrap around veranda is perfect for a sundowner after a busy day and its open fireplace perfect for that well earned glass of red wine. The vegetable garden is well worth a wander and guests are welcome to pick items in season for their use whilst staying.

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English
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