Bowral Southern Highlands, Australia
Renovated
2024
Price
$$$
Rated for
Heritage Design LuxeOutside the door
The house
Ardour Hotels & EstatesHighland estate citadel
A quiet country rhythm takes over amid sweeping lawns and ornamental lakes, inviting slow afternoons by the fire or out across the grounds.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
A 1910 Federation Arts and Crafts manor house surrounded by historic Edwardian gardens and century-old plantings.
Notable
Restored classical cornices and mouldings framed by soft greens, bespoke wool carpets, and garden-facing French doors.
Notable
Tactile suites with Grown Alchemist amenities, private garden terraces, and polished country-house hospitality.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Housed in an early 20th century mansion on a verdant private estate, Ardour Milton Park’s natural setting has inspired its slow down and switch off philosophy.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set on a hilltop minutes from Bowral town centre, estate walking trails wind past manicured hedges where wild kangaroos graze.
The rooms
Ground-floor rooms open through French doors onto private garden terraces, detailed with custom wool carpets, tactile fabrics, and Carrara marble.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
The pool
Padded loungers line the light-filled indoor pool pavilion, which features an integrated hot tub behind sheer drapes.
Horderns Restaurant
Floor-to-ceiling windows look onto the estate grounds, and the kitchen draws on Southern Highlands produce for European-inspired dishes.
How it began
Built in 1910 as a private country residence for retail magnate Anthony Hordern, the estate centers around historic European-inspired gardens.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.