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Nothing says country escape in the cooler months like sitting back in front of a toasty wood fire.
There are plenty to be found in Bathurst and surrounds, from classic country pubs, to modern restaurants, and local favourite cafes or soak up the ambience in front of your own in cosy self-contained accommodation.
Cafes, Pubs and Restaurants
The George Hotel
201 George Street, Bathurst
www.thegeorgehotel.pub
Fox Sport, craft beer and your favourite ales on tap, local wine and spirits, and an irresistible bar menu. What more could you want?
The Hub
52 Keppel Street, Bathurst
www.thehubcafe.com.au
A local institution, The Hub has a gorgeous wood fire in the front room. Scrumptious cafe food and amazing locally roasted coffee, just look at that latte art!
9inety 2wo
92 Bentinck Street, Bathurst
www.9inety2wo.com
One of Bathurst’s top restaurants, the intimate dining room has a log fire right in the centre radiating warmth as you enjoy a modern Australian menu perfectly paired with local wines.
The Family Hotel
Cnr Russell & Bentinck Streets, Bathurst
www.familyhotel.com.au
Catch the footy on the big screen by the fire in the front bar. The family Hotel is one of Bathurst’s original pubs with a welcoming atmosphere for everyone.
Accommodation
Brucedale Cottage
Sofala Road, Peel
www.airbnb.com.au
One of Bathurst’s original homesteads, Brucedale is situated 15 minutes drive from Bathurst. Take in views of the rolling countryside, and visit the grave site of Wiradjuri warrior, Windrayne, on the property.
Cadogan Country House
Cashens Lane, Guyong
www.cadogancountryhouse.com.au
A luxury farmstay 20 minutes drive between Bathurst and Orange. Explore the large hedge maze on the expansive 3500 acre picturesque property, then sit back with your friends in front of the fire at night.
The Hayloft, Bathurst Self Contained Accommodation
Robin Hill, Bathurst
www.bathurstselfcontained.com.au
Built around the historic structural central pole of a former hay shed, enjoy a cozy rural setting with views over the iconic Mount Panorama Racing Circuit.
232 @ Boonderoo
Rock Forest
www.greengetaways.com.au
A unique earth covered house tucked away 20 minutes’ drive from Bathurst. The design allows for natural heating (along with wood-heater of course) with stylish scandi interiors.
Wilga Station
Evans Plains
www.wilgastation.com.au
The ultimate luxury escape in Bathurst. This unique eco-cabin sleeps 2 and is off-grid for you to relax and enjoy your surroundings by the roaring wood heater next to the enourmous picture frame bay window, framing the out-of-this-world views beyond.
