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Southrose Cottage – a secret garden

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Bowral

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A cozy living room with a leather armchair, a coffee table with snacks, and a view of a brick fireplace through a glass door.
A house with a large tree in front, surrounded by greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
Interior
A spacious living room with a wooden coffee table, leather sofa, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
An outdoor patio with a grill, dining table, and chairs.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Moss Vale, NSW
  • Place, Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Moss Vale Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Bendooley Estate Book Barn
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Shellharbour, NSW (WOL)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bowral

Moss Vale stay.Your stay at this Moss Vale vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve and Leighton Gardens. Also, Moss Vale Golf Club is within 3 miles (5 km) and Southern Highland Wines is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Moss Vale Golf Club - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Centennial Vineyards - 13 min drive - 8.8 miles
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 16 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Wollongong City Beach - 61 min drive - 52.8 miles

Getting around

  • Moss Vale Station - 4 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Argyle Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moss Vale Services Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Moss Vale Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Il Pranzo Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beans&Butter - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Southrose Cottage – a secret garden

Special Offer – Stay 3 Pay 2 (book for 3 nights and get the 3rd night free) is for bookings staying between 1st May - 30th September 2026 that are booked on or after the 10th of April 2026. Book your getaway now using promo code Stay3Pay2. Please note that Terms and Conditions, as well as Booking Fees, apply. This offer is valid only on selected properties as advertised and is subject to change. Additionally, it excludes school and public holidays.

Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to present Southrose Cottage, ideal for couples, families and groups, romantic getaways etc.

The Property Features
• Open fireplace and ducted central heating
• Reverse cycle air conditioning to games room, dining & master bedroom
• Ceiling fans in games room and dining room
• Games room with pool table, arcade game machines & TV
• Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee pod machine
• Office, WiFi, laptop friendly workspace
• Individual tower fans in both bedrooms with the queen beds
• Undercover outdoor entertainment area
• Wood-fired brick pizza oven
• BBQ, outdoor dining and gas heater
• Washing machine and dryer
• Complimentary portable cot – BYO linen
• Complimentary high chair
• Complimentary baby gate
• Parking for 4 cars – 1 in carport, 3 in driveway

Bedroom configuration
• Bedroom 1: 1 queen
• Bedroom 2: 1 queen
• Bedroom 3: 2 singles
• Bedroom 4: 2 singles

Bathroom Configuration
• Bathroom 1: shower, spa bath, toilet and vanity, hairdryer
• Bathroom 2: (ensuite) shower, toilet and vanity, heated towel rail
• Powder Room: toilet

Welcome to Southrose Cottage, where comfort meets convenience for your ultimate holiday getaway. Step into our immaculately clean and beautifully styled interior, featuring an open wood fireplace, ducted central heating, and reverse cycle air conditioning to ensure your comfort in any season. Relax in front of smart TVs, challenge your companions in the games room equipped with arcade game machines and a pool table, or simply unwind with a selection of board games. With an amazing Chef’s kitchen complete with Smeg gas cooker and amenities such as a coffee machine, dishwasher and microwave; laundry facilities including a washing machine and dryer. We make sure your stay is hassle-free and enjoyable.

Outside, our property offers an oasis of outdoor entertainment. Enjoy covered outdoor entertaining areas, complete with a Weber BBQ and wood-fired brick pizza oven for memorable al fresco dining experiences. Stay cosy with outdoor gas heating while you take in the serene surroundings of our enclosed cottage garden. Free off-street parking ensures convenience, while the quiet cul-de-sac location provides peace and privacy for your retreat.

Venture out to explore the local area and discover an array of attractions to suit every taste. Nearby, you'll find the enchanting Briars Conservatory, perfect for those attending weddings or special events. Golf enthusiasts can tee off at Moss Vale Golf Course, while wine connoisseurs can indulge in tastings from a local vineyard at Southern Highlands Winery. For outdoor enthusiasts, a visit to Fitzroy Falls in the Morton National Park is a must, where you can marvel at the breathtaking waterfall and explore the award-winning visitor centre.

Escape to Southrose Cottage and experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure – because life's better on holidays!

Distances to
• 2km to supermarkets, boutique stores and cafes
• 2km to 24/7 gym and coffee van
• 2km to Briars Conservatory Wedding Venue
• 3km to Moss Vale Golf Club
• 6km to Southern Highlands Winery
• 11km to Eschalot Restaurant Berrima
• 15km to Bendooley Estate Winery & Wedding Venue
• 18km to Fitzroy Falls Visitor Centre

Linen
All linen (sheets and bath towels) is supplied for your stay and included in the tariff. For the comfort of our guests, we do not triple-sheet. All beds have a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and a quilt with a full cover. BYO linen for the complimentary portable cot.

Property Specific Notes
Enough wood will be supplied for the fireplace/slow combustion wood heater for the first two nights. After that, guests must purchase top-up wood and kindling from the local petrol stations at their own cost.

This property has an external security camera located at the front of the house covering the driveway.

The driveway is gated.

The property is fully fenced.

Pets are not permitted at this property.

WiFi is offered as a complimentary extra. As there is no charge, issues will be dealt with Asap but cannot be guaranteed.

To ensure the comfort of our guests and the neighbours, we do not accept bookings for "Schoolies" breaks/ groups and under no circumstances do we allow weddings or parties of any sort.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2577, PID-STRA-65882

Property is also known as

47_653

Frequently asked questions

How close is Southrose Cottage – a secret garden to the airport?

This vacation home is 32 mi (51-min drive) away from the Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Southrose Cottage – a secret garden have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Southrose Cottage – a secret garden offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Southrose Cottage – a secret garden?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Southrose Cottage – a secret garden?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Southrose Cottage – a secret garden?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Southrose Cottage – a secret garden have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Southrose Cottage – a secret garden have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Southrose Cottage – a secret garden to downtown Bowral?

This vacation home is 4.6 mi away from Bowral.

Southrose Cottage – a secret garden Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

4/10 Poor

Gareth S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The property surroundings and outdoor area were seriously in need of some care. The house was clean inside
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Natasha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Spacious

Great location a lovely clean and spacious house with everything we needed to make our stay memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

House keeping neglected to leave dish washing tablets, garbage bags and tissues.The txt re putting garbage out came at 6pm informing us a staff member would come in the afternoon to sort!I had to ring for the code at 2:30.Otherwise all was okay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Poor check in process, very unclear and multiple emails. No toilet paper, bbq was dirty (drip tray) and no one returned call when I left a message. Need to replace pool table cues as only one is operational the others are broken.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

edward l.

Liked: Communication, location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024