Just the thought of completely unwinding by disconnecting from your daily routine makes you feel a little calmer and relaxed. So imagine how you would feel once you’re in the country experiencing it.
This 3-day luxury getaway in country NSW is guaranteed to have you feeling revitalised and refreshed from the minute you smell the fresh country air.
Day One | Sydney to Gundagai via Jugiong
8.00 am | Depart Sydney
Kiss the stress of daily life goodbye as you head out of the city to a special part of the world that oozes charm and tranquility. Traveling just under four hours southwest of Sydney you’ll be traveling towards the iconic town of Gundagai.
Sitting right on the Murrumbidgee River Gundagai offers unbelievable country views. It’s full of fresh air, country-style hospitality and is the optimum place for visitors to relax and unwind – just wait till you see where we suggest you stay!
11.30 am | Lunch at Sir George Hotel, Jugiong
Before reaching Gundagai stop by the charming town of Jugiong for lunch at The Sir George Hotel. After lunch head next door to the Long Track Pantry to stock up on some home-cooked deliciousness for dinner.
Good to Know
Jugiong is approximately 30 minutes from Gundagai
The Sir George Hotel – We had lunch here!
Pre-book before you go and in winter ask for a table near the fireplace in the whiskey lounge. Don’t forget to buy a Nutella or jam donut for later on
Open for lunch from 11 am – 2.30 pm Tuesday to Friday & 11 am – 3.00 pm Saturday & Sunday (closed Mondays)
Long Track Pantry
Stop in and pick up dinner from their take-home meal and dessert selection. We had the sticky toffee pudding and the potato, leek, and bacon soup – Yum!
Open for breakfast & lunch from 8 am – 4 pm (closed Tuesdays)
Check out more about The Sir George Hotel and Long Track Pantry
2.00 pm | Check-In at Kimo Estate Eco Hut
Be prepared to be wowed by what you’re about to experience. Kimo Estate’s luxury off-grid Eco Huts overlook the countryside and I guarantee this is a stay that you will never ever forget.
With three Eco Huts to choose from you will check in and never want to check out. Fergo’s Hut is our favourite as you can toast your marshmallows over the fire pit!
JR’s Eco Hut – Kimo Estate’s original hut
Fergo’s Eco Hut – has an outdoor fire pit
Sweeney’s Eco Hut – has a wood-fired hot tub
Good to Know
Kimo Eco Huts have no power points so be sure to charge what you need before you go, a USB port is available inside
From early 2021 all Eco Huts will have wood-fired hot tubs
The Eco Huts are very popular, so if you can’t find an available date keep checking the website or insta as dates do pop up (I checked every day, and when I saw it was available I booked straight away)
Check out more about Kimo Estate’s Eco Hut
Day Two | Gundagai to Gundaroo
10.00 am | Check-Out
Before check-out cook and enjoy your local produce breakfast of bacon, eggs, beans, tomatoes, spinach, sourdough and fresh juice in the comfort of your eco hut – so yum!
10.30 am | Gundagai to Murrambateman
In just over one hour you will be entering the town of Murrumbateman, a cool-climate wine region with an endless supply of cellar doors to visit. The question is where do you start?
11.30 am | Wine Tasting at Shaw Wines
We started at Shaw Wines, here you can sit overlooking the vines in the huge tasting room or lounge area and enjoy a cheese platter while sampling the Estate and or Reserve wines.
The staff are extremely friendly and will happily share their knowledge about the wine and the region. Be sure to start your tasting with their Sparkling Cuvée – Mwah!
Good to Know
Pre-book your wine experience and ask for a seat near the fireplace and window
Cellar Door opens from 10 am – 5 pm, 7 days a week
Check out more about Shaw Wines
2.00 pm | Chocolate time at Robyn Rowe Chocolates
Not only is Robyn one of the loveliest people you will meet but her award-winning handcrafted Belgian chocolates are so good that one little pillow of silky smooth deliciousness will not be enough. Be sure to try the Coconut Lime Zing, French Caramel, Raspberry Caramel, and the solid chocolate frogs… you won’t regret it!
Good to Know
Make sure you try the hot chocolate and check out all of the flavours before you go
Robyn Rowe chocolates are made from imported Belgian Callebaut Fair Trade couverture
Check out more about Murrumbateman Chocolate Co
Note: Post Updated March 2024 – Robyn Rowe Chocolate is now Murrumbateman Chocolate Co
2.30 pm | Check-In at The Barn at Nguurruu
Luxury countryside accommodation at its finest, set on a working cattle farm this self-contained barn conversion feels more like a 5-star luxury country retreat.
Good to Know
The Barn at Nguurruu can be booked through Airbnb & your hosts are Michelle, Murray, and their girls
Locally made sourdough, fresh eggs, and jams along with tea and coffee are provided for breakfast and there is also a heated in-ground swimming pool on the property
Check out more about The Barn at Nguurruu
6.30 pm | Dinner at Olleyville at Shaw Vinyard Estate
Olleyville is situated within the grounds of the Shaw Winery, the modern Italian menu consists of small plates, large plates, wood fire pizzas, and feasts – yes I said feasts, which would be a great sharing option for 2 or 3 people. Don’t leave Olleyville without trying the Korean sticky chicken, braised beef cheeks, chocolate fondant & box honey pannacotta – delicious!
Good to Know
Travel time from The Barn at Nguurruu to Olleyville Restaurant is 30 minutes via Dicks Creek Road which is a dirt country road. If you don’t feel comfortable driving in these conditions at night have dinner at Grazing in Gundaroo and save Olleyville for lunch on day three
Olleyville opens for dinner from 6.00 pm – 8.30 pm on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. You can also visit Olleyville for lunch from 11.30 am – 2.30 pm on Fridays & Saturdays and from 11.30 am – 4.00 pm on Sundays
Check out more about Olleyville at Shaw Vinyard Estate
Day Three | Gundaroo to Sydney
10.00 am | Checkout
Explore the incredible landscape at Nguurruu and enjoy farm-fresh eggs and sourdough for breakfast before checking out.
11.00 am | Wine Tasting at Clonakilla
Clonakilla offers a large variety of red and white wines that range from very affordable to very expensive and the good news is that you can taste them all! We enjoyed the Shiraz Viognier.
Good to Know
Pre-book your wine tasting before you go
Cellar Door opens from 11 am – 4 pm Weekdays & 10 am – 5 pm Weekends and Public Holidays
Check out more about Clonakilla
1.00 pm | Lunch at Grazing
Dating back to the 1830s the Royal Hotel is the perfect backdrop for enjoying a long lunch in front of the open fire at Grazing Restaurant. The food, the wine, the staff, and the setting are phenomenal – this is a restaurant that you just can’t miss.
We opted to try the three courses and can highly recommend the Hand-rolled potato tortellini with almond ricotta, muscatel, and beurre noisette, PX braised Ox cheek with celeriac mash, sprouts, pancetta, macadamia pesto, and the Salted hazelnut and caramel parfait with frozen fudge and cookie crunch – Yum!
Good to Know
Pre-book your lunch before you go and in the colder months ask for a table in front of the fireplace
Grazing opens from noon for Lunch Thursday – Sunday & 6.00 pm for Dinner Thursday – Saturday
Check out more about Grazing Restaurant
3.00 pm | Gundaroo to Sydney
We loved everything about our 3 Day Luxury Getaway in Country NSW from the food, accommodation, wine, chocolates, countryside views, and the warm welcome from everyone we met. When you get a chance to get out and explore Gundagai and Gundaroo you’ll be pleasantly surprised with what you find!
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