Travel & Stay
Getting There
There is limited transport available in the area. We recommend hiring a car and/or car pooling if possible.
Chapel Hill Retreat is approximately a 2 hour drive from the Sydney Airport.
Uber/Taxi
Uber and taxis are unfortunately not available in the area.
Car Hire
Cars can be hired from the Sydney Airport or CBD.
Train
The nearest train station is Richmond Station which is a 35 minute drive from the venue. If this is your only option please let us know and we can try to arrange a pickup from the train station.
Accommodation Recommendations
We recommend staying in the surrounding areas of Berambing, Bilpin, Kurrajong or Richmond.
Hotels
The Archibald Hotel - Kurrajong Heights
Love Cabins - Berambing
Madison’s Mountain Retreat - Kurrajong Heights
AirBnb
Booking.com
Things to Do in the Area
If you plan on staying nearby for a little longer, there is plenty to see and do in the Greater Blue Mountains!
While the Katoomba area is popular for a reason, it is a bit far from our wedding venue. We recommend exploring along the Bells Line of Road.
Cafes and Restaurants
The Hive Berambing for delicious breakfast, lunch and coffee, just 5 min from Chapel Hill Retreat!
Blue Mountains Botanic Gardens - cafe at the Visitor Centre, with gorgeous views and gardens to walk through
Grumpy Baker - for pie and pastry lovers
Kurmond Social - cafe, restaurant and bar
Hikes and Walks
Geometric Rocks Lookout - easy 300m walk
Walls Lookout - easy 2.6km, 50 minute hike
Fruit Picking
Bilpin Botanic Orchard - Cherries
Bilpin Fruit Bowl - Strawberries, cherries, peaches, apricots and more