New South Wales · Attraction
Bendooley Estate - Berkelouw Book Barn and Winery
Books, wine, and countryside
schedule 1 min read / Updated Jun 2026
Bendooley Estate combines two of life's great pleasures under one roof: a vast and atmospheric bookstore housed in a converted barn with cathedral ceilings and a stone fireplace, and a working winery producing cool-climate varietals in the Southern Highlands. It is one of the region's most distinctive and beloved destinations.
The Berkelouw Book Barn at Bendooley is described as one of Australia's most atmospheric bookstores. Berkelouw's specialist buyers travel internationally to source rare antiquarian volumes, first editions, and limited prints, which are displayed alongside new releases and modern classics beneath the barn's soaring timber beams. Wine is available to enjoy while browsing, and the estate's restaurant and bar operate within the same building.
The property's cellar door offers personalised wine tasting sessions by appointment, showcasing estate-grown cool-climate wines suited to the Southern Highlands' elevation and climate. The estate also hosts regular literary events, author talks, and private functions in its heritage-registered homestead.
Bendooley is located on the Old Hume Highway between Bowral and Berrima, making it easy to combine with a visit to the historic village next door. The book barn is free to browse, and the grounds and gardens are open to day visitors.
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Moss Vale Holiday Park
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