Penrose Travel Guide

Name: Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral
Price range: NZ$287
Rating: 8.4

Tourist Guide

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.

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Historic homestead on 60 acres, private golf course, Sleeps 40+

Penrose NSW

Stay at this resort in Penrose. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Sylvan Glen Golf Course and Penrose ...

10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)

This property was absolutely incredible and exceeded all our expectations. The house is spacious and the entire property offers so much activities. There was plenty of room for a large group. Matt was a 10/10 host and I’ll be recommending to everyone.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

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Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral

Boronia Street (off Centennial Road) Bowral NSW

NZ$287

17 Feb - 18 Feb

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! (1,002 reviews)

Everything was amazing!

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Berrima Bakehouse Motel

19 Old Hume Highway Berrima NSW

NZ$208

17 Feb - 18 Feb

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 ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Clean & spacious room, great shower and supplies. Bed wasn’t the most comfortable.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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Aruna Estate

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

A unique Southern Highlands experience

Bowral NSW

Stay at this cabin in Bowral. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and patios. Popular attractions Bowral Golf Course and International Cricket Hall of Fame are located ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (250 reviews)

The accomodation is a yurt and it was comfortable and very quaint.Really enjoyed the stay.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

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 ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (281 reviews)

Excellent in all ways.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

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