Lilianfels

Lilianfels features a spacious Victorian-era lounge, library, open fires, spa, gym, a billiards room and swimming pools.

Lilianfels Avenue, Katoomba, NSW
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web: lilianfels.com.au

Lilianfels is made for hedonists wishing to come over all Brideshead Revisited.

Set in English-style gardens, the 85-room country-house resort features a spacious Victorian-era lounge, library, open fires, spa, gym, a billiards room and swimming pools.

Made for hedonists ... Lilianfels, Katoomba.

Lilianfels is just three minutes' walk from the iconic Three Sisters, with heart-stopping views over the Jamison Valley, and great bushwalks within easy access.

The region is also dotted with little towns full of brilliant bakers, cosy cafes and smart, sophisticated restaurants. And you won't do better than the Victorian wood-panelled dining room of the one-hatted Darley's.

Cost: deluxe rooms from $553 a night (two night minimum stay), including breakfast.

Distance: 100km (2 hours' drive) west of Sydney.

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