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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"My husband and I stayed here for a long weekend with two other families. We’d seen some negative reviews, and while the house is rough around the edge, we had a great stay and the kids loved the sheep, chickens, pool, basketball and tennis courts. The house isn’t in pristine condition, but it’s neat and tidy, comfortable and is in a beautiful location. The properlty manager was also very responsive and flexible with check-in’s "

"We had a wonderfully peaceful stay and Budgong Lodge. Very secluded and pristine. Beds are comfy, great sizes, great bathrooms, showers and plenty of hot water. A real cooks kitchen and wonderful fireplace. This is a perfect spot, we saw wallabies and wombats. If you're contemplating booking, this is the one! "

"Fantastic few days. Beautiful location with all the trimmings made for a magnificent stay. Our hosts went above and beyond to make sure our stay was relaxing and one to remember. Best of both works .. luxury and creature comforts but a world away from city life!!!"

SAR 800 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Jun - 23 Jun

"This is by far the most amazing get away spot if been in my life"

"A good vacation rental to clear your mind."

SAR 1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

"Beautiful property and a fantastic place to stay. Highly recommended"

"Our host Judy could not have been more helpful"

"My partner and I had a great stay at Sumerton Barn. Such a beautiful location, the dogs loved it too.Visits from the curious alpaca's was fun."

SAR 1,198 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jun - 19 Jun

"A beautiful house in a wide landscape of rolling hills, a creek, many trees and wildlife. "

"The property itself is fantastic for a quiet stay in the Highlands for my family. The property itself is well designed and thought through. The fire places in winter are always a hit. My daughter did get a great kick out of the automatic mower doing its thing in the large grassed area. It’s such short trip into Bundanoon also and we thoroughly enjoyed breakfast at Potters Pantry each day we were up. Worth the visit again!"

"Enjoyed the simple life. Perhaps because of recent heavy rains, every time we went for a walk we found new wildflowers everywhere, and the place was full of a variety of butterflies, which really made our visit special. House was neat as a pin and very clean. It gave off an air of unflustered welcome and calm."

"Excellent house in a beautiful location. Perfect winter escape. Beautiful outdoor fireplace, plenty of farm animals to see and Bowral/Berrima not too far away. We'll definitely be back."