This farm stay places you within a 15-minute drive of Braidwood Museum and Ryrie Park. Guestrooms at this farm stay include kitchens, fireplaces, and refrigerators.
Braidwood Multipurpose Service - 25 min drive - 12.2 miles
Ryrie Park - 25 min drive - 12.2 miles
Braidwood Public Library - 25 min drive - 12.2 miles
Colonel RT Hassall Reserve - 26 min drive - 12.7 miles
Getting around
Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.) - 90 min drive
About this property
Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood
Situated 12 minutes from Braidwood, Brightside Homestead is situated on 870 acres of stunning farmland.
We are only 1 hour drive from the Canberra, 1 hour from the South Coast and 3 hours from Sydney.
With its beautiful façade, French farmhouse style interior, it’s a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern confort, providing a cozy escape for your family, friends and pets.
The space:
This is a truly stunning, luxury country escape to enjoy with family and friends.
It is a fully equipped home complete with a beautiful country kitchen with butler’s pantry, open plan lounge and dining area, 3 cosy bedrooms and a 4th room which is TV room that has two comfy double sofa beds. Great heating and cooling to make it very comfortable all year round.
Seasonal produce can be harvested by guests from the fruit orchard or veggie gardens, and fresh eggs can be collected daily from the chicken coop.
In winter, relax around the fire pit. Inside, there are 2 cosy wood-fired heaters, which add a lovely ambience and allow you to enjoy time out in the country. Plenty of naturally sourced timber from the farm is provided complementary for the fires.
Brightside Homestead adjoins our working angus cattle farm, Oorong, and guests are welcome to explore both farms' 870 acres of farmland with a farm tour. We have over 100 breeding cows, their calves, and three quiet bulls named Gordy, Erol, and Cyrill.
Our property is the original Durran Durra land holding, dating back to the 1820’s. The original homestead stone ruins circa late 1820s are still situated on the property, this was the original homestead in the area and the home of James Ryrie and family. Guests are welcome to walk down the paddocks, explore the ruins and other parts of the property.
If you fancy a trip out, the beautiful Braidwood village is only a short 12 minute drive away with its wonderful cafes, local shops and boutiques or explore the local markets on weekends.
Guest access:
Guest access is private and self-contained, however a farm manager lives on an adjoining property and is available should guest need any assistance.
Other things to note: Brighgtside is set up and priced for accommodation only.
We are able to assist with other requirements such as location photography, bridal bookings and photos, elopements but these are to be discussed ahead of time with the host.
Well behaved pets are welcome; however, it is a working farm, so guests are asked to keep them on a lead when outside the large homestead yard.
We are on filtered tank water and ask our guests to please be mindful of this.
We look forward to welcoming you at our property.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find Smart TVs. Other standard amenities include kitchens, washing machines, and 1.5 bathrooms.
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please return the keys to the lockbox where you received the keys and lock it using the same code - 1890
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
This property welcomes pets
Dogs only
2 total (55 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: Pets are welcome with prior agreement
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please discuss events prior to booking
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: Please discuss events prior to booking
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 2622, PID-STRA-72890
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.
Note from host: Please discuss events prior to booking
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
Frequently asked questions
Is parking available on site at Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood?
No, there isn't parking at this farm stay.
Is this farm stay associated with a casino?
No, this farm stay is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this farm stay?
No, there is no indoor pool at this farm stay.
What do couples enjoy most about Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood?
Amenities that appeal to couples at this farm stay include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.
Are there hot tubs at Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this farm stay.
Does this farm stay offer breakfast?
No, this farm stay doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this farm stay allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this farm stay.
Are there connecting rooms at Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this farm stay.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood?
No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Luxury farm stay just 12 minutes from Braidwood.
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10/10 Excellent
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Jun 11, 2025
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We had a great stay at Bright Side, highly recommended.