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Reviews of The Hidden Door Bowral Cottage - Old Bowral History in the heart of town xx


Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Impressively beautiful property
From the moment the front door swung open this property was one wow to the next. It was immaculately presented and beautifully decorated with luxurious yet cosy rooms. My adult daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our mid week break which was made all the better with the comfy beds, warm rooms, fluffy towels and generous toiletries left by the owner. It’s location in a quiet leafy street, just one block off the Main Street of Bowral, offered many choices for eating, shopping and entertainment, though we could just as easily have eaten in in the modern and well equipped kitchen. We certainly enjoyed an afternoon wine on the outside balcony. I would not hesitate to book this property again and highly recommend it to couples or adults who like a relaxing break with a touch of luxury.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fleur B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cozy cottage
A warm welcome to a lovely cozy Cottage was appreciated, the fire was on when we arrived. Very comfy beds and the Cottage is in a great central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2024
Thank you very much Fleur for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Roderick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pet friendly stay in Bowral
Great location, very comfortable property and best of all we could take our little dog with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2024
Thank you very much Rod for your review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Simon B.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent property and host
Great location near to the centre of town - and perfect facilities for a short getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
It was our pleasure having Simon and his family stay in our Cottage. We look forward to hosting them again when they're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Gaye J., Canberra, Autralia

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Hidden Door. We had everything we needed in this charming, cozy and comfortable cottage. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Thank you very much Gaye for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
The cottage exceeded expectations, really glad we made this choice. Top quality furnishings and fittings. Perfect location, quiet but close to everything. Great spot to relax on the front veranda with a leafy outlook. Could not imagine a better place to stay for the weekend. Helpful host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2023
Thank you very much Matthew for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

NFP L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous stay at gorgeous cosy cottage
Beautiful renovated cottage. Gorgeous furnishings, bedding and linen. Great location in town. Lovely lovely hosts who had turned on the heating and the lamps before we arrived and left us with some lovely bubbly. Can’t wait til we stay again. Highly recommend. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant in every way.
Cottage is spacious, clean and functional. Location is perfect. Host was communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Thank you very much Dan for your review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Craig N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage in Bowral
Amazing cottage- walking distance to Bowral shops , cafes , restaurants- a great pub on the corner just down the street . Greg’s communications were spot on . Overall - very enjoyable time in the Southern Highlands
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2023
Thank you very much Craig for your wonderful review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Kon g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekender spot
Very central to all shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Thank you very much for your review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Cat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, warm and cosy.
Lovely cottage in town . Great fireplace and lovely decoration
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thank you very much Cat for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This property is just as lovely and as comfortable as it looks and the location in central Bowral could not be better. The owner was helpful and we were made to feel very welcome. S. and A. Hill
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thank you very much Sharon for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting Alan & yourself again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!!
A stunning renovation by caring and attentive hosts. We highly recommend this comfortable, well located, character filled property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2023
Thank you Karen for your lovely review. We look forward to hosting you again when you're next in Bowral. Kind Regards, Greg

10/10 Excellent

Clara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous cottage, great location
The cottage was beautiful, with everything we needed and just a few minutes walk to the Main Street. We’ll definitely be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ducted a/c plus fireplace made it very cost! Our Cavoodle loved it as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A must stay when visiting the Southern Highlands.
We visited Bowral to attend a family wedding, this cottage was so well presented. The history of the cottage has been well preserved and it is styled impeccably. The beds are luxurious. The location is perfect, everything is in walking distance but is far enough away that you don't hear the town. If you are visiting the Southern Highlands, this stay is a must.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent cottage
Nice country town feel and very cosy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
COZY LITTLE COTTAGE
Pros 1. They definitely know how to decorate a home. 2. The entire cottage can be heated up with a gas fireplace and Central heating. 3. Electric blankets on all the beds 4. Bathroom was lovely and roomy with heated lamp 5. Tv worked well Personal Cons; 1.Would like a little bit more space to move around as it was a little tight. 2. Kitchen was ok 3. Hard to get comfortable in the couch
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close to Town
It was a midweek stay, property was within walking distance from town but found a lot of restaurants closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheilagh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and Comfortable
Period cottage centrally located in Bowral. Lovely comfortable beds and good heating. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely two day getaway at this quaint little cottage.Loved it from the moment we walked in.So cosy and warm.Close walking to shops and restaurants.Everything we needed was supplied ,apart from groceries which we purchased on the corner at raw and wild organic food .Very clean and tidy.Beautiful towels.We will definitely be back. Dianne and Grahame.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommended
Cosy cottage in central Bowral. Handy to the main street shopping and dining areas. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute 2 bed cottage
2 nights away with a friend. Great location to shop, dine,walk and stay up late chatting
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very cosy
We had a great experience at this property. Easy to park close to property, place itself was very clean and tidy, easy access and close to everything Boweal has to offer. Would definitely recommend and stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage stay
The Hidden Door Cottage was such a pleasant place to stay. It was cosy with a very comfortable bed. We were able to park our car and walk around Bowral as the cottages location is so convenient to everything. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend The Hidden Door Cottage for comfort and convenience.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect.
Stylish, comfy and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warwick P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great character cottage close to all amenities starting within 50m of the property.
Great place to start exploring the southern highlands with numerous cafes and eateries Only wish we had more time to enjoy & explore.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

BASSAM M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Cute Cottage
The property was as advertised, clean and tidy. Smartly furnished to give cosy feeling to the old. The beds are comfortable and the fire place did help with the cold spell
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, West Pymble

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property ticks all the boxes, you'll not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy and comfortable cottage, great location
Wonderful weekend staying at The Hidden door - very cosy , comfortable and delivered on everything we were expecting!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Niroshi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Short walk to shops, galleries and restaurants. Any issue promptly sorted out. Very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Crystal B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property, great location
Fantastic experience from enquiry through to stay. Great location.

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just lovely
Very comfortable and so close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kellie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway in the heart of Bowral
This was a perfect property for our mother and daughter getaway. Located in the heart of Bowral, it was only a short walk to the Main Street with shopping and cafes. The gas fireplace was delightful in the midst of a very cold weekend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Mother and daughter time.
Beautiful Cottage. Devine decor. Warm and cosy. Beds very comfortable. Bowral shopping just around the corner. Didn’t need to use the car. Day spa restaurants close. Parking on street so can be a problem.. Looking forward to returning. Many thanks to the owners for providing such lovely accomodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jenna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our little haven
A beautiful little property that is perfectly situated to experience Bowral, loved staying there and eager to come back soon

10/10 Excellent

Meg & Liam E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage
My dad and I had a lovely few nights in The Cottage with my 10 month old daughter. The owners provided a cot and high chair which was brilliant. The fireplace was easy and cosy, a lifesaver in Bowral in the thick of winter. The location is amazing, an easy short stroll to the main street and ample street parking right out the front of the property. Everything was clean and the electric blankets on the bed were a nice treat. We’d love to come back again.

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Beautiful cottage in the heart of Bowral
I beautiful cottage in the heart of Bowral close to shops and cafes
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma W.

Absolutely loved everything about this gorgeous cottage.
My friends and I had a very relaxing time in this gorgeous cottage. We loved sitting by the fire, enjoyed the peace and quiet and loved the decor. The house was very clean, the beds were really comfortable and the linen was lovely. I highly recommend this for a girls weekend getaway and would come back next time I’m in Bowral. Thank you for sharing your beautiful little cottage
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2020
Gemma,thanks for your review and lovely words. Glad you had such a great time. Love to see you back at The Hidden Door xx

8/10 Good

Edward E.

Cosy and comfortable great location
There was a few minor maintenance issues but overall we loved the little cottage behind the big tree. Very comfortable, close to all amenities a relaxed and peaceful weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Lovely cottage
Cosy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Madeline H.

Lovely house
We loved the house. The beds were so comfortable! Just a few minor things were amiss; we had to buy more toilet paper and the bedside lights weren’t working.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Karen D.

Beautiful, clean and close to Bowral centre
Lovely cosy property - immaculately kept and a short stroll to the shops in Bowral. We loved the gas fireplace, the cosy rooms and the lovely seat at the front in the sun. The house has no washer/dryer but the managers were kind enough to let us use these at the rear property between guests. Only downsides were this and a kitchen sink in a slightly inconvenient spot. Otherwise it’s lovely and we would absolutely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L., Oakleigh, Victoria

Gorgeous little hideaway in the heart of town
The Hidden Door has been beautifully renovated and styled and provides all the creature comforts you could ask for in a short stay. Extremely comfortable beds with lovely linen, fine glassware to enjoy a champagne or two (and a stopper!), an old lounge to enjoy the warmth from the gas log fire, fluffy towels and a hot shower - we felt right at home. A short walk to some lovely cafes, restaurants and shops, the location was excellent. And when we wanted to cook at 'home', everything we needed was there. Thanks Kim & Garry for providing a great place for us to stay whilst visiting our girls on retreat in this beautiful part of the world. Would love to come back another time and explore further.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

VICKI H.

Gorgeous little cottage
Amazing historical cottage with all the modern conveniences you could ask for in a great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018