The Sydney Traveler

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre at Tizanna, a romantic bed and breakfast with a Mediterranean feel nestled on the Hawksbury River.
The National Trust listed site was built of local sandstone in 1887. Today it’s a working winery and vineyard and luxurious accommodation option.
The beautiful rooms retain the site’s historic charm while having all the extras to make your stay a comfortable one. All are air conditioned and equipped with DVD players, stereos, televisions, tea and coffee making facilities, and stunning en suite bathrooms with baths for a good long soak.
Tizanna is within walking distance …read more

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Old world charm meets modern luxury at Simpsons of Potts Point. This beautiful bed and breakfast is a restored mansion, which still retains the elegance of the 19th Century.
You’ll love the spacious rooms adorned with stained glass windows and hand-painted friezes. Unlike other accommodation options where each room is a carbon copy of the next, Simpsons offers rooms with their own unique style and personality.
The Cloud Suite is made for romance, with a two-person Jacuzzi spa and a king-sized bed. You can probably entertain yourself, but if not there’s a big screen TV and a DVD player. You can amp …read more

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The Old Rectory was built by the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney in 1912. Today this historic priest’s residence is one of the most affordable and unique accommodation options in Sydney.
The rooms are spacious, with high ceilings and wooden floorboards. The house is equipped with a communal kitchen and laundry, and a beautiful grassy lawn and flowering garden which is perfect for relaxing in. There’s also a guest computer to keep you connected to the internet, and a payphone if you need to make any calls.
Standard rooms offer shared bathroom facilities, but if you’re after a little more privacy you can …read more

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With all the charm of the Victorian era, the Hughenden Hotel in Woollahra is a truly special place to stay.
This stunning bed and breakfast was built in 1870, and it retains all the magic of the period. From the black marble fireplaces to the wrought-iron staircase, the attention to detail is superb.
The Hughenden Hotel has 36 rooms, including two that are pet-friendly. While they are styled to capture the feel of a bygone era, the Hughenden doesn’t skimp on the modern conveniences. Every room has air-conditioning, a television with Foxtel, and a small fridge.
The hotel’s restaurant, Quaife’s on Queen, is …read more

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