The small historical town of Canowindra is located in the Central west
approximately four hours drive from Sydney through the Blue Mountains
and Bathurst way. Around two and a half hours drive from Canberra.
Approximately 33km north of Cowra and 56km South west of Orange.

 

Marlow House is situated on three blocks of sloping garden with a
spectacular view over Lucerne flats that flow into the undulating
country side. Built in early 1900’s on the eastern edge of town this
stunning house resembles an old Queenslander, raised by a blue stone
wall, with wide verandahs, unusual Indian inspired lattice work and
outdoor timber shutters.
With an abundance of wide open spaces, outdoor and indoor this house is
designed for relaxing peacefully, or sharing time with friends.
In addition to spending time in such superb surroundings the town of
Canowindra and the local areas have many more wonderful experiences,
tastes and sights to explore.

 

 

WHAT'S THERE?

4 Bedrooms in total
-2 Queen bed rooms
-One room with two single beds
-One room with one single bed (we advise this room is petite
yet very civilized.)
-One main bathroom, one external bathroom, ½ verandah bathroom
-Laundry
-First morning’s simple breakfast
-Indoor and outdoor formal and informal dining and living areas.
Bed linen and toweling. Two open fires, Gas and electric heating.
BBQ. Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher, recipe books,
extensive cooking accouterment, basics including Tea, coffee, sugar,
salt, pepper, glad wrap, foil, dinner ware. Picnic rug. TV, CD, DVD
player, magazines.
-No smoking. No pets.
 
WHAT TO DO:

Just simply relax, read, cook. You will find the freshest and tastiest ingredients right there in the main Street. Top quality local Meat from the butcher, the freshest fruit and veg from the green grocer, cheeses along with other delights from the deli and all essentials can be found at the IGA- If you are after eggs buy them from the craft shop-Real eggs! (Most foodie shops close at midday Saturdays and are closed Sundays, so stock up.)

Take a stroll to down town Canowindra where you will find the infamous main Street that curves with the nearby Belubula river. Be fascinated by the internationally celebrated fossil find in Canowindra, displayed at the Age of Fishes Museum and wonder through the Riverbank Gallery hosting talented regional artists.

Canowindra now boasts a number of home wares and bric-a-brac stores, each offering their own individual style; The Bendy Street Emporium has a truly unique variety of cleverly sourced collectables and gifts, across the road is Tea Pots and Tiaras, also bursting with an array of goodies. Don’t miss the newly restored Old Finns store for a look around a truly remarkable local icon. -Now reopened and offering delicious coffee and treats, home wares, fashion apparel and furniture pieces, soon to include an exciting new cellar door, where you can enjoy light plates while tasting premium local wines. The old Victorian Hotel offers great country meals as does the Royal.

Turn off the main Gaskill Street into Ferguson Street to find the Canowindra trading post  for a potter amongst new and old wares and the very popular Taste Canowindra for a wine tasting, dinner or lunch. There are also a couple of other interesting stores around here well worth a look.

 
For some years now the wine world has been envious of the Canowindra / Cowra region for consistently producing top grade wines that continue to win some of the most prestigious awards. It’s a must do to visit at least one of the local cellar doors. The Mill in Cowra founded by the O’Dea family of Windowrie Estate has a large range of local wines for tasting and sale. The Mill is open seven days a week 11am until 5pm. Other local wine tasting includes; Rosnay and Swinging Bridge Estate open by appointment. Hamiltons Bluff  and Wallington wine is open the first weekend of every month and also by appointment. Toms Water Hole Winery is open 7 days a week, 10am until 4pm.

Other interesting sites in the nearby region include the Japanese Gardens in Cowra, the Cowra Prisoner of War Camp site. The Lachlan Valley railway. The Derby Falls observatory. The Parkes observatory.

Canowindra has been known as 'the Ballooning capital of Australia' for quite some time! To enjoy the airborne experience over the magnificent countryside contact; Balloon Joy flights. 

 

Take the taxi or drive to one, or some of the Central West’s brilliant restaurants. Well known and well reported for their outstanding food and exceptional settings;