Retford Park Bowral House Experience

Name: Retford Park Bowral House Experience
Address: Retford Park, Bowral, NSW, 2576, AU
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Unlock the secrets of this remarkable elegant Victorian Italianate home on an intimate guided tour of the formal and private spaces inside.

Highlights of the house collection include original artworks, fine antique furniture, decorative arts and lush soft furnishings in the former home of James Fairfax AC.

Be amazed by the ‘Portuguese Pink’ mansion while wandering the pristine gardens dotted with sculptures and artworks.

Allow time before or after your guided tour for a self-guided stroll through the heritage gardens.

On the grounds, The White Cottage Gallery houses the beautiful National Trust shop with gift ideas for all occasions and an art gallery space with a changing program of temporary exhibitions and artworks for sale.

For visitors wanting to make a day of it, bring a picnic to enjoy under the oak trees, or stop into Hearth by Moonacres café for lunch and refreshments. The Southern Highlands Regional Gallery Ngununggula is also located right next door.

Unlock the secrets of this remarkable elegant Victorian Italianate home on an intimate guided tour of the formal and private spaces inside.

Highlights of the house collection include original artworks, fine antique furniture, decorative arts and lush soft furnishings in the former home of James Fairfax AC.

Be amazed by the ‘Portuguese Pink’ mansion while wandering the pristine gardens dotted with sculptures and artworks.

Allow time before or after your guided tour for a self-guided stroll through the heritage gardens.

What's Available

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National Trust

History & Heritage

Available Tours

Retford Park Guided House Tour and Self-guided Garden Visit

Built in 1887 by the Hordern family and lavishly redesigned by James Fairfax in the 1960s, Retford Park is a place of great heritage significance located in the heart of Bowral, Gundungurra Country. Unlock the secrets of this remarkable elegant Victorian Italianate home on an intimate guided tour of the formal and private spaces inside. Highlights of the house collection include original artworks, fine antique furniture, decorative arts and lush soft furnishings in the former home of James Fairfax AC. Tour duration:- Allow 90 minutes Allow time before or after your guided tour for a self-guided stroll through the heritage gardens.