1 Park Lane, Braidwood. Just off the main street — Wallace Street — which is home to a variety of shops, cafés, Ryrie Park (great for kids) and more.

Check-in is from 2:00pm to 5:00pm, and check-out is before 10:00am.

Please call Guest Services on (02) 3814 7010 30 minutes before your arrival. Our team is available to assist with check-in between 2:00pm and 5:00pm. Alternatively, self-check-in details will be provided to all guests, allowing you to arrive and check in at your leisure.

If you require an early check-in or late check-out, please contact Guest Services between 7:00am and 8:00pm. We’ll do our best to accommodate your request, subject to availability, and additional fees may apply.

Yes. The car park entrance to The Doncaster is located on Wilson Street and provides private outdoor parking.

Deluxe Rooms open directly onto the building’s wraparound balcony, overlooking the rolling countryside. Standard Rooms do not have direct balcony access.

Yes. A complimentary breakfast at one of our neighbouring sister businesses, Provisions or The Albion, is included each morning of your stay. It’s a lovely way to start the day and experience a little more of Braidwood.

Complimentary meal and coffee vouchers are located on the console in each bedroom. Please present your voucher to café staff when ordering. Each voucher includes one meal and one beverage per person.

While there are no mini bars in the rooms, complimentary tea and coffee facilities are available in the communal kitchenette. A selection of regular and alternative milks is also provided in the kitchenette fridge for your convenience.

Yes. The Doncaster features a communal kitchenette plus living and dining spaces downstairs, designed for guests to settle in, make themselves at home and enjoy a more relaxed, shared experience. The building’s wraparound balcony has also been designed to be enjoyed by all guests.

No. The Doncaster’s heritage status means a lift cannot be installed, so access to all rooms is via stairs. Our team is always happy to assist with your luggage on arrival to help make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Braidwood is a fantastic holiday destination for kids and we welcome children of all ages. Please note, all guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult to check-in and stay with us.

Portable travel cots are available on request and incur no cost.

Stay connected throughout your stay at The Doncaster with our complimentary Wi-Fi. You’ll find the Wi-Fi details in the guest compendium, accessible via the QR code in your room.

The Doncaster is equipped with a central ducted air conditioning system designed to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the building. A Dyson hot + cold fan is also provided in each room, allowing you to adjust the temperature of your space to suit your comfort.

Some rooms have bathtubs and some have showers. Bathroom configurations vary between rooms due to the heritage building's architectural constraints. If a bathtub is important to your stay, specify this preference when booking and the team will recommend appropriate rooms.

No pets, with the exception of assistance and support animals, which are welcome.

Please call the Braidwood Visitor Information Centre on (02) 4842 1144 to find out where the best local trails & hikes are. A few we could recommend are ‘The Big Hole’ and ‘Monga National Park’.

Whilst our housekeeping team do not provide daily cleaning and turn down services, we do offer a daily refresh of amenities.

If you need additional towels or other items replenished, please contact our Guest Service team between 7:00 am to 8:00 pm at (02) 3814 7010.

Enjoy the convenience of our wash, dry and fold laundry service, exclusively available to Doncaster guests through our sister business, Cedar Lodge Laundry. Simply click here to book a laundry bag service, and our team will deliver a laundry bag to your room, collect your laundry, professionally wash and fold it, and return it to you during your stay.

Linen and Bedding

The Doncaster provides all bed linens and towels for your comfort. The bedrooms are outfitted with Sheridan, Bemboka and Sutram bed linens, thoughtfully selected to ensure a restful night’s sleep.

Toiletries

Each bathroom is stocked with Leif toiletries for your enjoyment, and a hairdryer is provided in every bathroom.

Hair Dryer
A hair dryer is provided in each bathroom.

Iron & Ironing Board
An iron and ironing board are available on request.

Handheld Steamer
A handheld steamer is provided in each bedroom.

Coat Hangers
Coat hangers are provided in each bedroom for your convenience.

The Doncaster is located in the heritage listed town of Braidwood. Due to its rich history, it was the first entire town in New South Wales to be added to the Heritage Register.

Braidwood town is home to a number of cafes and restaurants, antique shops, two country pubs and a 9 hole golf course. It’s an artistic hub with many designers, artists, potters and ironworkers residing here. It has also been a popular film location (The Year My Voice Broke, Ned Kelly, On Our Selection filmed at Mona Farm), and is famously the location where Mick Jagger wrote ‘Brown Sugar’.

CAFES

Provisions Creperie | 56C Wallace St | (02) 7228 5141

We highly recommend a visit to our sister business, Provisions. Provisions is a gourmet deli, pantry and creperie that stocks a fabulous range of artisan produce, locally-sourced ingredients and a delicious selection of French crepes.

Open 7 days for breakfast and lunch. Please contact Guest Services on (02) 7908 3217 between 8:00am to 7:00pm if you would like us to make a V.I.P reservation for you.

The Albion | 119 Wallace St | (02) 4842 1422

Located in the heart of Braidwood, our second sister cafe, The Albion, takes inspiration from local, seasonal, 'free-range' and whole produce to serve a range of delicious, wholesome meals and coffee. The Albion also offers a selection of pre-prepared gourmet meals using the season's best ingredients. 

Open 7 days for breakfast and lunch. Please contact Guest Services on (02) 7908 3217 between 8:00am to 7:00pm if you would like us to make a V.I.P reservation for you.

BAKERIE’S

Casanova’s | 68 - 70 Wallace St | (02) 4842 1294

Jacquie & Jo will warmly welcome you to Casanova’s, Braidwood’s much-loved sourdough bakery and cafe. Casanova’s offers a delicious selection of freshly baked items and pastries in a beautiful setting, complete with a veggie patch out the back. On Friday evenings, Casanova’s offers a special artisan pizza night featuring a range of homemade sourdough pizzas and a selection of craft wines. We recommend making a reservation.

Open Wednesday to Saturday 8am – 2pm or join them on a Friday night from 5pm.

RESTAURANTS

Braidwood Hotel | 180 Wallace St | (02) 4842 2529

Built in 1852, ‘The Pink Pub’ as its affectionately known to locals is a cosy spot to enjoy a glass of wine by the fire. With a range of wood fired pizzas and pub classics plus a selection of beers, wines & spirits, you’ll have everything you need to relax after a big day’s work.

Open 7 days for lunch until late.

The Smokey Horse | 183 Wallace St | (02) 4842 1865

Not what you would expect from a country town - The Smokey Horse offers guests Himalayan food, a range of cocktails, an occasional food-pop up and live music.

Open Thursday - Sunday lunch until late.

IGA Braidwood | 50 Wallace St | (02) 4842 2451

The IGA in Braidwood sells all the basics you could need, and often has interesting and unusual items in its aisles. It also has a bottle shop next door.

Open Monday to Friday from 8am - 7pm, Saturday and Sunday from 8am - 5pm.

TO SEE

Car Models of Braidwood | 198 Wallace St | (02) 4842 1122

Located on Wallace Street, Car Models of Braidwood proudly maintains and displays one of the largest collections of die-cast model cars in Australia. Visit the shop and browse their newest arrivals in store.

Open 6 days 9am - 5pm. Closed on Wednesdays.

Braidwood Museum | 186 Wallace St | (02) 4842 2310

Braidwood District Historical Society Museum is a heritage-listed former hotel and Oddfellows Hall that now lives as a museum on Wallace Street. Housing a range of valuable artifacts and historical photos, you’ll learn about Braidwood’s rich and diverse history & former residents - including the infamous Clarke Brothers.

Entry is free - open Friday’s only from 11am - 2pm

TO DO

Braidwood Farmers’ Markets | 100 Wallace St, Braidwood

The Braidwood Farmers’ Markets are held at The National Theatre on the first and third Saturday of every month. Located in the main street of Braidwood, this bi-monthly farmers’ market sells a variety of locally-sourced produce to support ethical and sustainable regional prosperity.

The Braidwood Farmers’ Market is held on the first and third Saturday of every month from 8am to 12:30pm.

Braidwood Golf Club | Cnr Coronation Ave & Victory St, Braidwood | (02) 4842 2135

One of the most picturesque golf courses in the region, The Braidwood Golf Club offers a 9 course golf course. Featuring a range of tight tee shots and small targets, the course provides a challenging layout and should not be missed by the keen golfer. Not a seasoned golfer? That’s no problem at all! The Braidwood Golf Club offers golf clubs and carts for hire and also shares the facilities with the Braidwood Servicemen’s Club so you can opt to play pool, bowls or darts instead.

Open daily from 8am - 6pm however opening hours may vary between the seasons so please contact (02) 4842 2135 to check.

TO SHOP

Saloon Emporium | 139 Wallace St, Braidwood

This local fashion label creates stunning handmade dresses, skirts, shirts and waistcoats in the finest fabrics. Stop to admire their beautiful, historic storefront on Braidwood’s main street before getting lost in the whimsy of their most recent collections.

Open Thursday to Sunday 10am - 3pm (from 11am on Sunday)

Braidwood Arts & General Store | 68a Wallace St, Braidwood

A new addition to town, Braidwood Arts & General is driven by a love of locally-made products, eclectic things and fresh produce. Here you’ll find handmade scarves, arts & crafts tools, paints, locally-grown kale & more.

Open 7 days from 10am - 4pm.

Braidwood is a regional Australian town. We ask all our guests to be respectful of our neighbours, especially late at night.

In case of cancellation, please contact Guest Services 14 days prior to your arrival to receive a full refund. Bookings cancelled within 14 days are non-refundable.