Plum Tree Cottage is a well-loved and spacious cottage only moments from Bowrals CBD. With a cosy and quaint cottage feel Plum Tree boasts large informal and formal entertaining spaces.
The eat-in kitchen and casual dining/living areas are perfect for a family group or friends to gather and spend time together. The well-equipped kitchen features a large oven and gas stove top, microwave, dishwasher and plenty of cookware to cater for your group. The kitchen looks out to views of the pretty back garden (ideal for children and pets) and covered terrace with ample seating around the BBQ perfect for sunny weekends! The formal lounge and gas log fire has a special ambience in winter and the adjoining dining room with seating for up to 10 is perfect for a family roast dinner or to celebrate that special occasion.
There's plenty of bedrooms to accommodate your group including 3 queen rooms, 2 double rooms and a loft room with 6 singles.
The cottage features 2 bathrooms one ensuite and the main with traditional claw foot bath along with additional toilet and shower in the laundry.
Central heating and reverse cycle air-conditioning ensure comfort all year round. This property is also pet friendly with a fully fenced rear garden, so bring along the whole family on holiday.
The Property Features: • Easy access off Mittagong Road close to swimming pool, the Cherry tree walking track, Gib walking trails, Gibraltar Resort Golf Course (old Bowral Country club) • 1 Loft bedroom upstairs with 6 single beds - ideal for children and including smart TV and r/c air-conditioning • Formal living and dining room (table seats 8-10) with gas log fire and large casual living and dining area (table seats 6-8) • Central heating throughout • Dishwasher, microwave, gas stove top, large oven and coffee machine • One ensuite and one large family bathroom with claw foot bath • Laundry has additional toilet and shower, washing machine and dryer • Outdoor covered entertaining area with BBQ and seating • Fully fenced rear garden • Complimentary highchair & portable cot (BYO linen) • Wi-Fi, laptop friendly • Pets welcome with 100 AUD surcharge
Bedroom Configuration: Downstairs: • Bedroom 1: queen with ensuite • Bedroom 2: double • Bedroom 3: double
Distances to: • 850m to Bowral town centre • 2km to Park Proxi Gibraltar Bowral • 3km to Peppers Craigieburn • 4km to Centennial Vineyards • 3km to Mittagong • 8km to Bendooley Estate • 9km to Berrima • 14km to Southern Highlands Winery • 16km to Sutton Forest
Linen: All linen (sheets and bath towels) is supplied for your stay and included in the tariff. For the comfort of our guests, we do not triple sheet. All beds have a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and a quilt with a full cover. BYO linen for complimentary portable cot.
Property Specific Notes: This property has staggered pricing over 10 guests. Please declare accurate guest numbers at the time of booking and update these if your numbers increase before arrival. The tariff is for up to 10 guests and there is a surcharge of 25 AUD per person per night for any extra guests staying to a maximum of 16 guests.
Pets are welcome at this property. There is a AUD 100 surcharge to have your pet stay. This surcharge may vary depending on the length of the stay. Please declare at the time of booking and refer to the terms and conditions regarding pets.
If you bring a pet, a surcharge will be added after the booking is placed.
Wi-fi is offered as a complimentary extra. As there is no charge, issues will be dealt with Asap but cannot be guaranteed.
To ensure the comfort of our guests and the neighbours, we do not accept bookings for "Schoolies" breaks/under 21yrs groups and under no circumstances do we allow weddings or parties of any sort.
Please do not charge electric cars using the properties power.
Notes Code of Conduct: Payment for the booking warrants you and all guests staying will abide by the Code of Conduct for Short Term Rental Accommodation which can be viewed under the Guest Information tab on our website or a link which will be sent to you in your booking confirmation email.
Noise at Properties: NSW Planning has passed laws that affect guests. The Code of Conduct for holiday renting can be found on our website under the Guest Information tab. In Section 2.5.2 of the STR Code of Conduct, guests have an obligation to ensure the peace and comfort of neighbours and other occupants of the premises (if strata) near holiday rental properties. This means guests have to be very mindful of noise made in or outside the property that can disrupt neighbours at any time of the day. If you or any other guest receives a warning regarding excess noise or excess guests, you may be asked to leave the property immediately with no refund of monies. Noise audible outside the property is prohibited.
Privacy: This property is a holiday rental, it is not a principal place of residence and there are no shared rooms. Enjoy your time in comfort and privacy. Terms and Conditions: Detailed T&Cs apply for this property and payment warrants your agreement and that of all other guests staying at the property with you. Please share the T&Cs with your other guests.
Check-in and -out Times: During the busy months of December and January, the check-in time is 4 pm to facilitate peak back-to-back changeovers. Our standard check-in time is 3 pm and check-out time is 10 am. We offer a complimentary early check-in or late check-out time as a gesture of goodwill where booking and housekeeping schedules allow. Note that due to demand and housekeeping pressures, no early check-ins or late check-outs will be granted during the months of December and January. The safest way to secure an early check-in or later check-out is to book the property for an extra night. Contact us for a special rate for this extra night. All Sunday late check outs must be requested and approved prior to 5 pm on the Friday evening prior. All complimentary early check-ins or late check-outs must be confirmed in writing so that our housekeeping team are informed accordingly.
Guest Registration: Guest registration is mandatory for all bookings and replaces the need for a cash bond for short term bookings (up to 20 nights). It is essential for fraud prevention, damage claims, safety, and emergency purposes. The process varies depending on the online travel agent used. Direct bookings require the booker to upload a copy of their driver’s licence and credit card through our encrypted online process.
Additional Guests: The guest limits apply at all times during the booking. Any extra guests (this includes day visitors) above those that have been booked and paid for must be approved in writing prior to the stay. Only the guests staying at the property are permitted to be present. If you wish to have visitors in addition to booked guests, you must advise us in writing prior to your stay and ensure you receive written permission. This is not possible at all properties.
No Extras: This property is approved for accommodation only. No mattresses, tents, caravans or more cars than the property accommodates are allowed. Under no circumstances are the following activities permitted at any of our properties: motorbikes, dirt bikes, quad bikes, use of firearms or air rifles, fireworks.
EV Charging: For safety reasons and to comply with insurance requirements, guests are prohibited from charging electric vehicles at any property that does not have a dedicated EV charging station. Charging electric vehicles without proper infrastructure poses a fire hazard, and in the unfortunate event of an incident, insurance cover may be compromised, and the guest held liable. If in doubt, ask our team for the closest EV charging station.
Long Stay Discounts: Out of peak season stays of a week or more may qualify for a discount, please send us a message.
Property Information: Information during your stay can be found in the Guest Information Folder or by calling our office 24/7.
Security Deposit: For most bookings, completion of our registration process and a valid credit card with a $1000 available limit is sufficient for the security deposit. For medium-term bookings (21-40 nights) and long-term bookings (41-90 nights), a non-negotiable cash security deposit is required. This deposit, held in our Trust Account, is refunded after the departure inspection, with any damage or loss deducted. The minimum cash deposit is $2000, with higher amounts for larger or more expensive properties, or at the owner’s/agent’s discretion.
Peace of Mind: For your added security, this property is managed by a Licensed Real Estate Agent. We will never request payments be made to an overseas bank account and your money is held safely in our Trust Account until after your departure.
List with Us: If we had more properties in our management portfolio, we could easily get them booked. Demand is high and supply just can’t keep up. Send us a message or call us if you would like to know more about the packages we offer for short term rental management.
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 2576,PID-STRA-21409
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi on 12 Jul 2026 start from £357, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Plum Tree Cottage –pets welcome, WiFi located?
Situated in Bowral, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Tractorless Vineyard and Mount Gibraltar Reserve. Corbett Gardens and International Cricket Hall of Fame are also within 1 mile (2 km). Bowral Station is 12 minutes by foot.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful spacious cottage and very clean and comfortable with the cutest little fireplace. Easy to walk into town and Enjoy the surroundings. We had a lovely stay.
Property was nice for our family gathering with all amenities we needed. We liked how it was within a 10 minute walk to town.
Julian K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hello Jillian
Thank you for your feedback and review of Plum Tree Cottage, with its historical charm and spacious rooms which is perfect for a family gathering. We're pleased to hear this lovely cottage provided you with everything you needed, it's great location and close proximity to the gorgeous town of Bowral. The team at Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again at this, or at any other of their many fabulous properties!
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6/10 Okay
Jane P.
25 Aug 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
This holiday property while a great space for large groups, has not been checked used or throughly cleaned for some time.
Jane P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good
Jack J.
26 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Bowral weekend.
Comfortable, roomy property.
Jack J.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us with a review Jack. We are happy to hear that you found the property to be comfortable. We hope you enjoyed your holiday and hope to see you again in the future.
The house was perfect for our large group. Short walk to shops, pubs and restaurants. The beds were comfy. The house was warm. Beautiful back garden to enjoy the sunshine. It had everything we needed.
Amanda M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2023
Thank you, Amanda, for your lovely review of Plum Tree Cottage! We're thrilled to hear that you found the accommodation fantastic for your large group. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon for another memorable stay!
Very happy to be able to have found a place that accommodated for 15 of us. Overall very clean, except for some of the kitchen equipments. Love the design in the house! Enjoyed our stay very much!
Lydia C.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hello Lydia,
We appreciate your positive feedback and are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay!
We hope to see you again soon!
Warm Regards,
Holiday Rental Specialists
Renting was easy although missed out on the discount by not renting directly with RE
Kevin F.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for leaving a five star review for your stay at Plum Tree Cottage Kevin. We hope your stay was enjoyable and we would love to host you again in the future.
Lots of different areas within the house to relax, sit or eat. Lovely large sunny backyard. Some traffic and rail noise in the bedrooms. Great heating. Short walk to Bowral shops
Heather K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Heather, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We’d love to have you stay with us again. We agree that the property is perfect for your relaxing weekend away. Please keep the Holiday Rental Specialists in mind when booking your next holiday.
The overall cleanliness of the property would have been better. The coffee machine had not been cleaned before we arrived so the pod catch was full with stale coffee water growing mould.The oven and the oven racks were covered in grime and overall really dirty. There was also random dirty glasses / shot glasses left in odd spots. Obviously this has been overlooked by the cleaners.Apart from these things it was a great stay. It was easy to check into and easy to find off the main road. It has a great set up for the extended family or for a girls retreat away!
Walking distance to town, large house to accomodate a big group, great backyard to enjoy outdoor living, beautiful bath tub, lots of indoor living space, central heating/fireplace is also great.
Only concern was traffic/Train noise and we were charged a merchant fee by stayz when you pay with a debit card which we had not factored into the cost when splitting it up.
Otherwise we had a lovely stay
JESSICA G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thanks for the great review Jessica! We’re pleased to hear you had a great visit to Plum Tree Cottage. We hope to see you back soon!
At first impression it had a cozy feel and a great backyard for dogs and family to enjoy. Location is great, in walking distance to Bowral’s centre although across the road from train line which might bother some people. Decor is a little tired, beds squeak lounges are uncomfortable, plates and glasses not matching, no bathroom upstairs. For 2 nights at premium price we felt a little let down giving it was a 80th birthday gift.
Tina M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your stay Tina.
We're glad to hear that you found the location convenient and the backyard suitable for your dogs and family. We will pass your comments in regards to the decor and kitchen items to our property management team. Thank you again for choosing our property for your special occasion and we hope to have an opportunity to host you again in the future for an improved experience.
The house is big and sleeps lot which suited us, so it’s good if you just need somewhere to sleep. I’ve never in 30 years stated anywhere that check in is 4:00pm and check out is 10am, and requests for an earlier check in were ignored. But luckily I received texts to ensure we kept quiet as soon as we arrived and a reminder the day before to check out by 10am. And then an email the day before to say we could extend our stay. It’s on a busy road, the kitchen crockery is awful and the garden wasn’t dog proof.
Maggie N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent stay at our property Maggie. We understand that the size of the house and its capacity to accommodate a large group suited your needs. We apologise for any frustrations regarding the check-in and check-out times. Our standard check-in time is 4:00pm and check-out time is 10:00am, we always try to accommodate an early check in or a late check out where possible, but during peak times these requests cannot always be met. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
We have passed on your feedback regarding the kitchen crockery and the garden not being dog-proof, our property management team will work with the property owner to ensure the garden will provide a safe and suitable environment for pets.
Thank you for sharing your concerns and observations. We hope that you will consider staying with us again, as we continuously strive to provide better service and accommodation.
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8/10 Good
Annette
1 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful period furnishings and touches. Lovely gas heater and central heating. Noisy road and railway. Disappointed the extra shower and toilet were outside, under cover way but very cold going out at night. Saucepans/frypans were falling apart and scratched. No gas stove lighter or matches. Can't read which gas jet belongs to which control. Instruction manual for appliances unhelpful. Not enough medium or tall glasses. Fridge crisper very hard to open. Upstairs queen beds noisy to sleep on. Lots of good things - various eating areas and lounge areas. Lots of light through many windows. We did have a good extended family time despite the weather and a blackout!
Our family has a great stay over Easter, the property is very central and housed our family of 6 plus dogs beautifully.
Tim W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Tim! HRS are pleased to hear that you had a wonderful getaway at Plum Tree Cottage. We agree that this property is in a wonderfully central location which makes it easy to explore the local area. We are glad you & your furry friends had a great stay and we hope to see you again in future.
The house had good space for our group of 10 with plenty of room for dinner around the main table. The town centre is a 10 min walk and the property has good heating - yes we needed the heater in December! However, the train line is across the road and I did not realise how many trains run through Bowral all night! The road is the main road into Bowral but it does get quieter at night. In saying that, we all enjoyed our stay and were quite comfortable and the kitchen living and back garden are delightful.
Diana C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Good Morning Diana! Thankyou so much for taking the time to leave a review on Plum Tree Cottage! We are so happy to hear that the property catered to the needs of your group and had adequate space for you all! We are glad that the heating came in handy - we know how chilly Bowral can get at any time of year! We hope to have you back again!
We had a lovely getaway in Bowral exploring the town, doing walks and sharing time with friends at Plum Tree Cottage.
Judy T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Judy! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Plum Tree Cottage and were able to spend some time with friends at the property! We hope to see you again soon for another weekend getaway!
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6/10 Okay
Rema F.
2 May 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Accommodates a large family
Good size home, however very dusty throughout.
Rema F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you Rema! We hope you had a wonderful visit on the property! We are sorry to hear that you felt your recent experience wasn’t up the usual standard we pride ourselves on. We hope to see you soon!
This is a very welcoming property, cheerful, clean and cosy. The six bedrooms were ideal for our large family, as well as the large back yard. We survived without wifi and the noise from the traffic and rail line didn’t bother us at all. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Margaret S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Margaret, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to hear you found this to be a lovely holiday home suitable for you and your group. We are happy to your point of cleanliness as our housekeepers follow a very extensive checklist to ensure the property is immaculate for your arrival. We agree the property is amazing and ideal for a large family or group. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
A fantastic property for our big group of 16. So much space and lots of seating areas. Everything we needed was on hand. Would definitely be staying again if I’m Bowral.
Cara M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Cara, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists are pleased to hear you found this to be a lovely holiday home suitable for you and your group. We agree the property is fantastic and look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Great place for a family vacation very comfortable and convenient
Zion R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hello Zion, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Holiday Rental Specialists are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Plum Tree Cottage. We agree the property is excellent for a weekend getaway and we would love to welcome you back in future.
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4/10 Poor
Leigh L.
28 Nov 2019
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location but needs a good clean
The property, especially the kitchen, was not clean. The fry pan had not been washed, the shelves storing glasses was very dirty. A lot of dust on furniture and dirty mats. Sorry, the cottage has great space and a lovely yard, but needs a spring clean.
Leigh L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Leigh,
We are sorry to hear that you do not believe the kitchen was up to standard. We have not had this issue in the past.
We wish you had of contacted us during your stay to allow us the opportunity to rectify these issues for you.
As we are just approaching our peak season, the property does have a scheduled spring clean booked to be completed at the beginning of December.
Our housekeeper has been made aware of the cleaning issues and these have been addressed before the next guest arrives this coming weekend.
We look forward to hearing from you again in the future.
Warm regards,
HRS
Nice location, spacious, clean, and you’ve got everything you need!
Maria P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you Maria for the review. Its great to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Tehidy Townhouse and we look forward to you staying with us in the future.
Cute yet generous &roomy cottage. Clean & neat. As we were there in winter heating was good. Generous car parking for 4 to 5 cars. Walking distance to shops & restaurants.
Sara M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Sara, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. HRS are pleased to hear you found this to be a lovely, clean holiday home suitable for you and your group. We would love to welcome you back in future.
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6/10 Okay
Peter B.
22 Jun 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication
Nice place, not so nice location
The property was suitable for the 12 visitors (6 couples). Close to the main shopping area (walking distance), however was on the main road near the Railway line. Lots of vehicle and train movements so a bit noisy at times. The small fridge in the gym room at the rear of the property did not work, and was very dirty (mould on the seals). The fireplace in the main lounge room was working nicely for the first couple of nights, but then kept cutting out in night 3 & 4 of our stay. Kitchen and sitting areas were well presented, as were the bedrooms.
Peter B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Hi Peter,
thanks for reviewing Plum Tree Cottage.
This is a great home for large groups to spread out and enjoy a relaxing weekend away. It's conveniently located a short walking distance to the town centre that boasts many gorgeous cafes and boutique shopping stores. The fridge was placed elsewhere because it was having issues. We will follow this up.
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