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Retford Park Guided House Tour and Self-guided Garden Visit

Cultural and Theme Tours

Part of: Retford Park Bowral House Tour and Garden Visit

1 min guests

20 max guests

Explore the elegant Victorian Italianate architecture of Retford Park, revealing its rich heritage and history.
Discover original artworks and fine antique furniture during an intimate guided tour of this historic home.
Stroll through the lush heritage gardens, experiencing the tranquil beauty of Gundungurra Country.
Enjoy a family-friendly outing with convenient facilities, ensuring comfort throughout your visit.

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Bowral, New South Wales

Start location: Retford Park, 1325 Old South Road, Bowral, New South Wales, 2576, Australia
Phone: 02 4861 1933
Email: retfordpark@nationaltrust.com.au
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Built in 1887 by the Hordern family and lavishly redesigned by James Fairfax in the 1960s, Retford Park is a place of great heritage significance located in the heart of Bowral, Gundungurra Country.

Unlock the secrets of this remarkable elegant Victorian Italianate home on an intimate guided tour of the formal and private spaces inside. Highlights of the house collection include original artworks, fine antique furniture, decorative arts and lush soft furnishings in the former home of James Fairfax AC.

Tour duration:- Allow 90 minutes

Allow time before or after your guided tour for a self-guided stroll through the heritage gardens.

Tour details

Cultural and Theme Tours
Half Day or Less
Land – Self Propelled
Small Group Tour
Moderate

On demand

Features

Service facilities

Carpark
Family Friendly
Non Smoking
Public Toilet

Accessibility

This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.

Operation information

Retford Park Bowral House Tour and Garden Visit

Unlock the secrets of this remarkable elegant Victorian Italianate home on an intimate guided tour of the formal and private spaces inside.

Highlights of the house collection include original artworks, fine antique furniture, decorative arts and lush soft furnishings in the former home of James Fairfax AC.

Be amazed by the ‘Portuguese Pink’ mansion while wandering the pristine gardens dotted with sculptures and artworks.

Allow time before or after your guided tour for a self-guided stroll through the heritage gardens.

On the grounds, The White Cottage Gallery houses the beautiful National Trust shop with gift ideas for all occasions and an art gallery space with a changing program of temporary exhibitions and artworks for sale.

For visitors wanting to make a day of it, bring a picnic to enjoy under the oak trees, or stop into Hearth by Moonacres café for lunch and refreshments. The Southern Highlands Regional Gallery Ngununggula is also located right next door.

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National Trust

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