An aerial view of a large estate at sunset, featuring modern buildings, landscaped gardens, various trees, and a fenced yard, with a wooded hillside in the background.

A private French-inspired estate in the heart of the Southern Highlands.

Fourteen private acres. Soaring ceilings and a baby grand piano. A chef's kitchen built for gathering. Château Bowral is a contemporary château, genuine 17th-century French character, run on modern comfort, set just five minutes from Bowral and Berrima.

Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a milestone celebration, or a small wedding among family, the whole estate is yours: full privacy, complete peace and quiet, and a home away from home you won't find anywhere else in the Highlands.

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Open stone archway with greenery on sides and a view of rolling hills in the background.

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Also available on Airbnb, Booking.com and Stayz

Pay for 2 nights, stay for 3.

Monday to Thursday only, book your midweek escape and make the most of the estate without the weekend crowds.

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A bedroom scene with a bed having a tufted beige headboard, white pillows, and a striped blanket. Next to the bed is a white nightstand with a glass vase of pink and purple flowers and a glass table lamp with a white shade. The background features a yellow wall.
Outdoor patio with metal dining table and four chairs with striped cushions, hanging lanterns, and lush green bushes in the background.
A stained glass window with a grapevine design, featuring green and purple vines, above a window seat with cream-colored cushions and a view of green trees outside.
Lush garden with various green bushes and flowering plants in front of a beige house under a bright blue sky with some clouds.
Elegant interior with chandeliers, a white grand piano, and warm-toned decor.

  • "The house was very spacious for our family of 8. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. The location was excellent. Very private estate. Dealing with Sam was just a delight. She was so very helpful and assisted us with every query."

    —Maureen, AU

  • "A stay we’ll be talking about for years to come. Simply outstanding."

    —Simon, AU

  • "Peaceful country side location. Beautiful chateau that feels like you’re in Europe.Peaceful country side location. Beautiful chateau that feels like you’re in Europe."

    —Tahlia, AU

  • "Absolutely stunning Chateau, we had the most magical time, everything we needed was catered for, we can’t wait to come back, Sam and Amanda were the perfect hosts. The entire home was breathtakingly beautiful."

    —Meegan, AU

  • "We had the most wonderful stay celebrating my parents 50th wedding anniversary. This beautiful Chateau could not have been a more perfect setting for such a special family occasion."

    Nicole, AU