Experience world-class service at Southdown Cottage

Located in the beautiful Bowral countryside, Southdown Cottage offers self-contained accommodation. Guests can relax on their private patio and enjoy views of the surrounding gardens. A 2-day complimentary breakfast is provided upon arrival. This air-conditioned cottage features a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave. It offers a spacious living area with a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and an iPod dock. The bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Southdown Cottage Bowral is a 5-minute drive from Bowral Train Station and the popular Don Bradman Museum. Moss Vale is a 7-minute drive away. Guests can enjoy croquet and badminton at the property. Free parking is available on site. Additional parking is available off site upon request.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
5.0
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  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very "Olde worlde" solid old wooden furniture which matched the vibe of the cottage. On fantastic grounds, lots of nooks & crannies to explore in the garden. So relaxing.
  • M
    Mansfield
    Australia Australia
    Provided for breakfast as part of the price in our stay from Friday - Sunday was 6 eggs, cereal, milk butter and some juice, tea coffee and biscuits. Lovely touch for our small family of 3 in the mornings. We really loved our stay. It was very...
  • Linda
    Australia Australia
    The ambience, coziness, it was clean. position of the property was close to town & grounds lovely.

Managed by Margaret Chadwick - Owner

Company review score: 8.7Based on 97 reviews from 5 properties
5 managed properties

Company information

I have been running self-contained cottages at "Southdown" since 1989 and provide a unique experience for guests in the cottages and provide the 6 acre beautiful garden with my guests. We are winners of "Excellence in accommodation" 2005 & 2014.

Neighbourhood information

The Southern Highlands has 9 surrounding villages, Bowral Moss Vale, Mittagong, Berrima, Exeter, Sutton Forest, Bundanoon, Burrawang & Robertson. You are 3 minutes drive into Bowral where there are many restaurants, cafes, boutique shope and the Bradman Museum. We are 10-15 minutes drive to the many Vinyards, National Parks Water Falls and walking trails. Many lovely Open Garden are available from Spring to early winter to visit. The Highlands is only 40 minutes drive to beaches of Kiama and Kangaroo valley. There are many picnic grounds,a horse riding centre and sailing on Fitzroy Falls lake.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Southdown Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional bathroom
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horse riding
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Blu-ray player
  • iPod dock
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Laundry
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Electric blankets
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Southdown Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children older than 2 years are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    Age restriction

    No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and older are allowed)

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Southdown Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay by credit card.

    Please note this property is not wheelchair accessible. The upstairs bedroom is accessible by stairs only.

    Please inform Southdown Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

    Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

    License number: PID-STRA-9881