SOUTH COAST / TERRARA HOUSE

Terara NSW 2540, Australia
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.

Welcome to Terrara House / Where Time Slows Down

A Grand Estate nestled amidst the lush green pastures and gentle curves of the Shoalhaven River, Terrara House is one of the South Coast’s most exquisite heritage estates where old-world charm meets contemporary luxury in the most effortless way.

Located in Terara, just outside of Nowra and under 2.5 hours from both Sydney and Canberra and 30 mins from Southern Highlands, this magnificent private property dates back to the 1800s. It was originally built as a grand homestead, and today, it stands as a lovingly restored country estate that retains all the romance and elegance of its colonial past, while embracing modern comfort.

The Grounds:  Set on 17 sprawling acres, Terrara House feels like something out of a storybook. The manicured gardens are layered with rose arbours, cypress hedges and shady fig trees perfect for long afternoon strolls or twilight cocktails on the lawn. A giant swing hangs from a centuries-old tree, offering a touch of whimsy for guests young and old.

Tucked around the estate, you’ll also find quiet courtyards, vine-draped verandas, and secret garden paths that create an atmosphere of complete escape. It’s as much a retreat as it is a destination. Highland Cows & Country Soul One of Terrara House’s most beloved features? Its Highland cows, with their long, shaggy coats and calm, gentle eyes, they are almost like something out of a dream.

These majestic animals graze peacefully in the paddocks surrounding the estate, adding an unmistakably charming, rural warmth to the entire experience. Guests often find themselves wandering over to say hello or just watch them in the golden light of late afternoon. They’re not just photogenic... they’re part of what gives Terrara House its soul.

The House Itself: The house is nothing short of breathtaking. A heritage-listed mansion, it boasts high ceilings, grand fireplaces, timber floors, and vintage chandeliers. Each room feels curated, elegant and intimate as though you’ve stepped into a period drama, but one with underfloor heating and a seriously impressive wine cellar. There’s room for large groups, weddings, and retreats, yet it somehow manages to feel cozy and personal.

The décor balances classic and contemporary beautifully. Think antique furniture with plush modern lounges, claw-foot tubs with fluffy white robes, and grand dining rooms with curated artwork.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.
Heritage-listed country estate surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green paddocks on the NSW South Coast. The main house features colonial architecture, wide verandas, and vintage charm. In the foreground, Highland cows with shaggy coats graze peacefully, adding a rustic charm to the scenic landscape. Lush trees, rose gardens, and a swing hanging from a giant fig tree complete the idyllic rural setting.

Terrara House is a top-tier wedding and event venue, known for hosting luxury country weddings that feel both relaxed and refined. Whether it’s an elegant garden ceremony under the arbour, a marquee dinner lit by fairy lights, or an intimate indoor winter wedding by the fire - the setting is magic.

 Many also come for wellness retreats, corporate gatherings, or just to escape for a luxe weekend away with friends or family. There’s a private chef service, optional spa treatments, and even a heated magnesium pool so the experience can be as indulgent or as laid-back as you like.

Terrara House is a place where time slows down. Where the smell of fresh-cut grass and garden roses hangs in the air and where Highland cows graze just beyond your window. It’s not just a stay... it’s a South Coast dream come to life.



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