Today we are on our way to Canberra. But first we step back in time at Berrima. Berrima is one of the best-preserved examples of a Georgian village on the Australian mainland, boasting a unique collection of unspoilt Georgian sandstone homes and historic public buildings from the 19th century. We enjoy time to wander around some of the beautiful sandstone buildings. A bit early for a drink at the oldest Licensed pub in Australia! We then travel on to Sutton Forest where we visit Red Cow Farm. Red Cow Farm is a unique cool climate garden set on 2.5 hectares in the picturesque rural village of Sutton Forest. The simplicity of its presentation disguises a garden of sophisticated structure and ambitious schemes. Developed by its creative owners Ali Mentesh and Wayne Morrissey around their historic 1820’s cottage, the garden is abundant and secretive.
You’ll be both enchanted and surprised by such wonders as a walled sanctuary where solitude invites quiet reflection. Red Cow Farm features 20 rooms with an exuberant cottage garden, monastery garden, abbess’s garden, a stunning collection of rare and unusual perennials, woodland, old fashioned roses and clematis, beech walk, lake, bog garden, orchard and kitchen garden. Time for some lunch (own expense) before we head off via Goulburn and on to our next stop — Cockington Green Gardens.
Venture into this delightful and fascinating display of meticulously crafted miniature buildings set within beautifully landscaped gardens. This is family owned with four generations involved in its operation over the past 35 years. Enjoy a delightful wander here before we head to our centrally located hotel, The Avenue Hotel for the next three nights. Dinner tonight is at our hotel.