Heritage-listed buildings serve as the backdrop of a charming rural scene in the town of Moss Vale. Surrounded by rolling farmland in the Southern Highlands, Moss Vale is known for its wineries, beautiful golf course and country pubs.

Things to do

Do you enjoy a good vintage wine? Visit the Mount Ashby Estate and sample some of the finest cool-climate wines while soaking in stunning mountain views. When you’ve worked up an appetite, head to the Café 'La Palette’ next door for French-inspired modern cuisine.

For nature lovers, the Cecil Hoskins Nature Reserve contains some of the most scenic views of the surrounding wetlands. Go on an afternoon stroll, relax with a picnic or embark on a rare birdwatching journey in an area home to over 90 species of birds.

Explore Moss Vale’s unique heritage with a self-guided walking tour of the downtown area, where you can admire the colonial and 20th-century buildings. When you need a break, stop at one of the landmark antique shops or grab a coffee from a nearby cafe.

Stretch your legs and play a few rounds at the Moss Vale Golf Club, one of the most beautiful and most challenging golf courses in New South Wales. The location features a hilly layout decorated with pines, elms and gums, while a creek runs through the course, requiring numerous crossings.

Getting around

Moss Vale is less than two hours’ drive south-west of Sydney. You can travel by train via the Southern Highlands railway line departing from Moss Vale station. The easiest way of getting around is by car or taxi.