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Briars Country Lodge

4.0 star property
Lakefront motel in Bowral with a conference center

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Three Bedroom Apartment | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Executive/Bridal Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
Executive/Bridal Suite | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Property grounds
Exterior
Escape to Briars Country Lodge in Burradoo, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Relax on the sunny terrace, enjoy a game of tennis, or let the kids loose on the playground while you unwind in the beautiful garden with laundry facilities at your fingertips.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Room, Non Smoking (Disabled Room) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Disabled Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, Non Smoking (Double Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Twin Room)

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, Non Smoking, Balcony (Twin Room)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Executive/Bridal Suite

Executive/Bridal Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive/Bridal Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Three Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Three Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 78 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
653 Moss Vale Road, Burradoo, NSW, 2576

What's nearby

  • Bowral Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Corbett Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Moss Vale Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Centennial Vineyards - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Bendooley Estate Book Barn - 16 min drive - 9.1 miles

Getting around

  • Moss Vale Station - 4 min drive
  • Shellharbour, NSW (WOL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Press Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪New Astor Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Sociale - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Red Fez Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Briars Country Lodge

Upscale motel located in Burradoo
A terrace, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Briars Country Lodge. Laundry facilities and a conference center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and wedding services
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and ATM/banking services
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Briars Country Lodge have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; AUD 22.50 for adults and AUD 15 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for AUD 20.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately AUD 22.50 for adults and AUD 15.00 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 20.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2576

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Property is also known as

Briars Country Lodge Burradoo
Briars Country Lodge
Briars Country Burradoo
Briars Country Lodge Motel
Briars Country Lodge Burradoo
Briars Country Lodge Motel Burradoo

Frequently asked questions

Is Briars Country Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Briars Country Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at Briars Country Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Briars Country Lodge located?

Located in Burradoo, this motel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Leighton Gardens. Moss Vale Golf Club and Bowral Golf Course are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Briars Country Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 928 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 323 out of 928 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 928 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 928 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 928 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxed surrounding And friendly staff With a geat pub next door
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location Beautiful gardens close to town center
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great quiet getaway
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great venue. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Briars. It was lovely and peaceful and the food and ambience were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Amenities
Took a chance on this hotel and wasn’t disappointed loved the lake facing room and the restaurant 5 stars 🌟
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great one night stay on the way to Sydney. Clean, comfortable and secure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room and view was really lovely. The heater made it warm and nice to sit and look out at the ducks and nice gardens. Buffet breakfast was tasty and well stocked. We would def stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and lovely surrounds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reception was helpful and responded quickly when our power went out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful place to stay and come back to
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and relaxing

Beautiful outlook, quiet, comfy bed. Was a relaxing, enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous stay! Friendly, beautiful and amazing dining.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing quiet nice place to eat and have a drink
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and view from our room was ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Vasilios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff and close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to most major Southern Highlands attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located, very good rooms, and the convenience of the pub next door. Breakfast reasonably priced and excellent quality. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice spot. Staff were friendly and efficient and the property was very clean and had everything we needed. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms and friendly staff. Very relaxed location.

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a good place for a break
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and quiet property. Great getaway for a night or 2. Such an amazing place in this area and this location is perfect. There’s more expensive obviously but if you want simple, clean, dinner options, not fussy and the basics done well at a great price, then this is it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

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