10/10 Excellent
Jun G.
10 Aug 2024
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Koonawarra | Mt Wilson | 24 acres of Established Heritage Botanical Gardens
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Mount Wilson, NSW
- Windyridge Garden20 min walk
- Yengo Sculpture Garden4 min drive
- Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah20 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Koonawarra | Mt Wilson | 24 acres of Established Heritage Botanical Gardens
Koonawarra is a comfortable 3 bedroom home with 3 bathrooms. It is filled with natural light and has views of the gardens. Koonawarra is located on the highest point in Mt Wilson. The name Koonawarra originates from an Aboriginal word meaning "a high point of land with smooth, round stones".
Located in 24 acres of historical Dennarque Estate gardens, which have been featured in local and international media, and regarded by many as the best cold climate garden in Australia.
The gardens were designed over 140 years ago by the then Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney director, Charles Moore. The Gardens still retain a large number of original plantings from late 1880s that were introduced from various countries around the world.
There are many rare species of maples, rhododendrons, camellias, dahlias and many other exotic and rare plants. A Japanese influenced garden has recently been added to Estate.
Rarely open to the public, the exotic cool climate gardens of Dennarque Estate are best experienced as in-house guests.
Guests can enjoy a game of tennis, stroll through the gardens, watch many migrating birds, or just relax and curl up with a good book! Koonawarra is ideally placed as a perfect base to explore the Blue Mountains towards 3 directions: towards Bilpin, Leura and Lithgow.
Located in 24 acres of historical Dennarque Estate gardens, which have been featured in local and international media, and regarded by many as the best cold climate garden in Australia.
The gardens were designed over 140 years ago by the then Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney director, Charles Moore. The Gardens still retain a large number of original plantings from late 1880s that were introduced from various countries around the world.
There are many rare species of maples, rhododendrons, camellias, dahlias and many other exotic and rare plants. A Japanese influenced garden has recently been added to Estate.
Rarely open to the public, the exotic cool climate gardens of Dennarque Estate are best experienced as in-house guests.
Guests can enjoy a game of tennis, stroll through the gardens, watch many migrating birds, or just relax and curl up with a good book! Koonawarra is ideally placed as a perfect base to explore the Blue Mountains towards 3 directions: towards Bilpin, Leura and Lithgow.
Property manager
Lata Moss
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number PID-STRA-16906-4
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Mount Wilson
Located in Mount Wilson, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Zig Zag Railway and Blast Furnace Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Windyridge Garden and Yengo Sculpture Garden. Travelling with kids? Consider Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah and Mount Victoria Railway Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Mount Wilson, NSW
What's nearby
- Windyridge Garden - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Cathedral of Ferns - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Yengo Sculpture Garden - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
- Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens, Mount Tomah - 20 min drive - 21.4 km
- Zig Zag Railway - 21 min drive - 23.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tomah Gardens Restaurant - 21 min drive
- The Hive Berambing - 22 min drive
- Cottage Orchard - 24 min drive
- Maggie Lou's Bite - 25 min drive
- Ugly Mug - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Ann W.
15 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great spot for a short break with teenagers
Ann W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Penny D.
19 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed every aspect of our stay
Penny D.
10/10 Excellent
tsugumi w.
16 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely coming back
tsugumi w.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Susan F.
11 Oct 2015
Sensational colour/peace/tranquility
Susan F.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Susan F.
1 Oct 2015
Privacy, beautiful gardens
Susan F.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Lucinda V.
14 June 2015
Excellent and Beautiful
Lucinda V.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
1 May 2015
Amazing Property and Beautiful Home!
Paul S.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
4 Apr 2015
Amazing gardens
About the host
Hosted by Lata Moss
Gardening and nature are two things that we love most. Our time spent at the Estate tending to the expansive gardens in the beautiful setting of Mt Wilson in the Blue Mountains is the ideal retirement project for us!
Why they chose this property
Mt Wilson is a beautiful small village set in the Blue Mountains. It is a perfect spot to embrace nature at its best, for a spot of retreat, and to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busy daily grind of the city. The rich basalt soil in the village creates a perfect environment for some stunning gardens in the area
What makes this property unique
Dennarque Estate has a special place in Mt Wilson. The village of Mt Wilson was established in 1870s. Dennarque was built in 1879, being one of the original 6 houses that were built at the time. Dennarque is the only original 2 level sandstone establishment in the Village. The gardens were established in 1870s by Charles Moore from the Royal Sydney Botanical Gardens, with plants from around the world. Today, many original plantings remain in the garden. Dennarque Estate is the ideal base for exploring the Blue Mountains.
Languages:
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