Penrose

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Swaggin' it in style at the Penrose State Forest. Usually it's a little too close to home to spend a night out there, so I hadn't spent much time exploring. Turns out it's well worth the drive, since there are some fantastic bush camping sites not far off the beaten track and it's much quieter than the nearby Wingello State Forest, which is a bit of a mecca for mountainbikers. However, unlike Wingello, there are zero facilities so take a shovel. Plenty of wildlife too if you're looking for some of our more iconic Aussie critters such as wallabies, kangaroos and koalas. If you're patient and quiet you'll no doubt spot a bunch of native animals. Definitely worth a visit if you're travelling between Sydney and Canberra or Melbourne and need a quick, free overnight stop. #localknowledge #penrosestateforest #bushcamping #landrover #swag #swagginit
Swaggin' it in style at the Penrose State Forest. Usually it's a little too close to home to spend a night out there, so I hadn't spent much time exploring. Turns out it's well worth the drive, since there are some fantastic bush camping sites not far off the beaten track and it's much quieter than the nearby Wingello State Forest, which is a bit of a mecca for mountainbikers. However, unlike Wingello, there are zero facilities so take a shovel. Plenty of wildlife too if you're looking for some of our more iconic Aussie critters such as wallabies, kangaroos and koalas. If you're patient and quiet you'll no doubt spot a bunch of native animals. Definitely worth a visit if you're travelling between Sydney and Canberra or Melbourne and need a quick, free overnight stop. #localknowledge #penrosestateforest #bushcamping #landrover #swag #swagginit

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Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral

Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral

4 out of 5
Boronia Street (off Centennial Road) Bowral NSW
The price is S$188 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
S$188
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The bathroom was huge and beautiful.

Reviewed on 21 Feb, 2026

Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral
Berrima Bakehouse Motel

Berrima Bakehouse Motel

3.5 out of 5
19 Old Hume Highway Berrima NSW
The price is S$178 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
S$178
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Always a pleasure to stay here close eat outs and lovely rooms

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Berrima Bakehouse Motel
Berida Hotel

Berida Hotel

4 out of 5
6 David Street Bowral NSW
The price is S$207 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
S$207
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf guesthouse in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
We booked 5 rooms. They were all unique. We were extremely impressed with the Hotel and very friendly/helpful staff. Breakfast amount and variety could be improved.

Reviewed on 27 Feb, 2026

Berida Hotel
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Aruna Estate

Aruna Estate

3.5 out of 5
200 Kareela Rd Penrose NSW
Stay at this villa in Penrose. Enjoy free parking, free bicycles on-site and a garden. Popular attractions Penrose Park and Sylvan Glen Golf Course are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Amazing place to stay at

Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025

Aruna Estate
The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

4 out of 5
9 Kangaloon RoadHeritage Park Bowral NSW
Stay at this golf apartment in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Bowral Golf Course and International Cricket ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (282 reviews)
Excellent in all ways.

Reviewed on 17 Jan, 2026

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park
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Popular places to visit

Sylvan Glen Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Penrose at Sylvan Glen Golf Course.

Sylvan Glen Golf Course

Penrose Park

After visiting Penrose Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Penrose.

Penrose Park

Stingray Swamp Flora Reserve

You can take time to visit Stingray Swamp Flora Reserve during your travels to Penrose.

Stingray Swamp Flora Reserve
Fairy Bower Falls Track

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