Pack your brooch, and your inner Lady Crawley, as you sip champagne overlooking what could easily be mistaken for the lush grounds of Downtown Abbey.While Mr Carson will not be there to greet you on arrival, the lovely James will, complete with a smile and an umbrella - should the weather turn. However, rain and storms alone cannot mar what is pure excellence at every turn.The elegant and stylish ambience of Ben Huon Manor would even satisfy the fussy standards of Mr Darcy (not to mention my own). Yet it is the abundance of generosity and charm that makes it a winner.On arrival, you will be provided with a personalised tour of the manor by James, followed by a decadent cheese platter the size of a small apartment (with a generous amount of crackers - unlike the meagre portions allowed by most Sydney bars). A chilled bottle of Veuve follows as you consider the next piece of cheese before a crackling fire. A country style basket of goodies for breakfast awaits you - fresh eggs, bacon, salmon and (yes) Pepe Saya butter – oh joy.As I relaxed in my stately room, examining my glamorous bathroom and contemplating whether Jon Snow would appear over my gothic balcony, I enjoyed my bedside chocolate with glee.While the Southern Highlands boasts many stately homes and an abundance of luxurious accommodation, Ben Huon distinctly transports you to a bygone era in the English countryside. Elegance, charm, generosity, comfort and plenty of cheese - what more could one ask?