Destination Recommendations
Bendooley Estate is a 1.5 hour drive from Sydney CBD, situated in the fairytale Southern Highlands. A place for the perfect weekend away.
Address: 3020 Old Hume Hwy, Berrima NSW 2577
Accommodation
There are a number of charming Airbnbs and hotels in the Southern Highlands area. Berrima, Bowral, Mittagong, Moss Vale suburbs within 15 minutes of Bendooley Estate. Sutton Forrest and Bundanoon are 15-30 minute drive away and also offer great options including the design-forward Osborn House hotel. The Somerton Collection also offers luxury farm stay options 18 minutes drive from our venue.
If you prefer a private home over a hotel, we suggest looking through Airbnb, Stayz and The Holidays Collection. There are options for group stays, as well as cosier retreats.
Bendooley Estate, where we will be staying, offers accommodation including cottages and houses on site that require a 2 night minimum stay - however if you’d like us to ask on your behalf if they’ll accept a one night stay please let us know asap as they book out early.
Around Southern Highlands
Bowral Beekeeping
Learn the art of beekeeping with a tour of the hives, peek inside the honeycomb, and learn about bees. Finish it off with a honey tasting.
Morton National Park
Fitzroy Falls is a stunning waterfall. The park features a wide range of trails, from gentle walking tracks to more challenging hikes, including the popular Erith Coal Mine Track and the Lovers Walking Track near Bundanoon.
Bundanoon
We have a special spot for the town of Bundanoon which has markets, nice people and also has a few walks nearby like Fairy Bower Falls.
Sweet Treats
Mrs Oldbucks Pantry
A beautiful shop for gourmet chutneys, jams and tea with a coveted collection of teaware.
Booktown
Little corner shop bookstore in Sutton Forrest with some old books from around the world.
Antiques
Bowral and surrounds have several antique shops and art galleries.
Markets/Bakeries
Baked in Berrima and Gumnut Patisserie for delectable treats.
Berrima Markets will be on from 9am the morning of our wedding.