Sutton Forest

Travel Guide

This little village was one of New South Wales’ earliest settlements. It has stately manors, heritage churches and prizewinning wineries within its green meadows.

Set within rolling green hills between two rivers, Sutton Forest and its quaint historic manors evoke the English countryside in the Southern Highlands. Walk or drive through the small township’s streets and admire the grand architecture, some of it dating back to the 1830s. Sample the region’s fine cool-climate wines from the village’s surrounding vineyards and cellar doors.

Check out Sutton Forest’s magnificent manors on a drive along the country lanes. While many are not open to the public, you can see the stately architecture and beautiful gardens from the street. The grand Hillview is an elegant weatherboard manor used as the country residence of the New South Wales governors between 1882 and 1958.

See the Old Butcher Shop, with its traditional wide awnings, and the Old Post Office. The Everything Store is an antique and curio shop operating since the 1830s. Visit historic St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, which was established in 1880. See the headstones of troopers and bushrangers in the graveyard of the All Saints Anglican Church.

Visit the town’s Equestrian Centre and ride through the pretty countryside on horseback. Play golf at the stately country club resort. Pick your own berries or enjoy sumptuous sweet treats made from Sutton Forest’s delicious fresh produce at the local berry farm. Sutton Forest is a landmark on several wine trails through the Southern Highlands, so visit the township’s excellent wineries and cellar doors to experience some of the region’s fine cool-climate wines paired with a meal at a winery restaurant.

Arrive in December to see the Southern Highlands Christmas Fair, an extensive local market offering crafts, produce, specialty foods and regional wines.

Sutton Forest is located in a picturesque rural area of the Southern Highlands, 137 kilometres (85 miles) southwest of Sydney. Select from several self-contained cottages and private accommodation options. The historic township is a wonderful spot to stop by on your heritage, antiques or food and wine tour of the Southern Highlands.

Peppers Manor House

Peppers Manor House

5 out of 5
Kater Road, Sutton Forest, NSW
$122 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
$134 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Sutton Forest. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (634 reviews)
"Beautiful venue"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Peppers Manor House
The Hideaway at Sutton Forest Retreat

The Hideaway at Sutton Forest Retreat

Sutton Forest
$1,235 nightly
The price is $1,235 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$1,235 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sutton Forest. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stingray Swamp ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
Work Retreat
"We had a lovely stay at the Hideaway for a work offsite event, the house was big enough to comfortable sleep everyone, lots of living space that was clean and warm and the house was well stocked and had so many things for us to do to keep busy, it provided a wonderful weekend for us all!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

The Hideaway at Sutton Forest Retreat
Berrima Bakehouse Motel

Berrima Bakehouse Motel

3.5 out of 5
19 Old Hume Highway, (entrance via Wingecarribee St), Berrima, NSW
$100 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$110 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Bowral. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent motel and the room was spacious with a table and chairs. Best motel that I have been to"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Berrima Bakehouse Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Hideaway at Sutton Forest Retreat

The Hideaway at Sutton Forest Retreat

Sutton Forest
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Sutton Forest. Enjoy private pools, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Stingray Swamp ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
Work Retreat
"We had a lovely stay at the Hideaway for a work offsite event, the house was big enough to comfortable sleep everyone, lots of living space that was clean and warm and the house was well stocked and had so many things for us to do to keep busy, it provided a wonderful weekend for us all!"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

The Hideaway at Sutton Forest Retreat
The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park

4 out of 5
9 Kangaloon RoadHeritage Park, Bowral, NSW
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Bowral. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Bowral Golf Course and International Cricket ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (274 reviews)
"Everything is of the highest quality. Absolutely superbe."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

The Sebel Bowral Heritage Park
A unique Southern Highlands experience

A unique Southern Highlands experience

Bowral
Stay at this cabin in Bowral. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Bowral Golf Course and International Cricket Hall of Fame are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (231 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Enjoyed the stay greatly, thanks for such a pleasant place"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

A unique Southern Highlands experience
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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