Braidwood Accommodation - NSW Australia
Luxury Self Catering Holiday Getaways

Activities

There is always something to do at Mona. Resort style facilites are available for guests to use at their leisure and other activities can be arranged by appointment

Croquet Lessons

Croquet is not unlike snooker, but on a big lawn. It is tactical. At each turn you aim to gain as much ground for your balls while driving your opponents balls backwards. Enjoy a 1/2 lesson on correct striking technique and tactics to get you on your way to winning.

Cost: 
$45

Croquet

Experience the fun of croquet on MONA's croquet lawn set beside the lake. Croquet is a game that can be played by just two, or two teams. House rules are provided in the Guest Information Compendiums and mallets and balls are kept at Reception. A game usually takes about 1 hour depending on your ability to hit a big ball through a little hoop! Players have been known to play with a Pimms or champagne in their free hand!.

Lessons are available for those who would like to take the game a little more seriously...see Croquet lessons.

Cost: 
Free

Birdwatching

The many trees, water and fields around MONA provide a haven and home to many birds; Magpies, Choughs, Cockatoos, King Parrots, Rozellas, Galahs, Black Birds, Superb Blue Fairy Wrens, Finches, Sparrows, Quails, Goshawks, Owls, Ducks and Geese, and occasionally, Black Swans, Little Egrets, Spoonbills, and Wedge Tailed Eagles, to name a few.!

Bring your binoculars, or just sit quietly in the gardens and keep a watchful eye.

Cost: 
Free

Children's Led-Horse Rides

Let the littlies enjoy their first ride at MONA. Prince is so called because of his gentlemanly manners. Calm and gentle, this giant horse is reliable for all ages.

The younger (5 yrs and under) and smaller children can enjoy being in the saddle with Kerry, while Greg holds the lead. Older and more confident children may ride themselves while Kerry controls the lead. The saddle is fitted with a strap for "hanging on". Read more »

Cost: 
from $90

Anyone for Tennis?

Enjoy a "spot of tennis" anytime during daylight hours. This sun-drenched court has an all-weather surface and is surrounded by old fashioned climbing roses, in a beautiful, and tranquil setting. There is a rotunda for the spectators or refreshment breaks for the players...and, of course, MONA can supply racquets. Tins of balls are available for purchase from reception.

No need to book. Use of the court is included in your tariff.

Soft soled shoes are requested when playing on the court.

Cost: 
Free

Sunset Champagne Horse & Carriage Tour

For a bit or fun and romance, why not enjoy a tour of Heritage listed Braidwood in a horse and carriage tour of the township, with a glass of champagne. Sunset is the perfect time to set off in your carriage for a tour of the streets of Braidwood, enjoying the history and visual delights that this NSW Heritage listed town has to offer. The tour guides you past many buildings of historical significance, down the main street, and returns to Mona via the main drive and over the Mona bridge. A fun, romantic, and relaxing way to get a glimpse of the Braidwood township and its historical beginings.

Cost: 
$280 for up to 4

Escorted Tour of MONA

For those of you who enjoy their history, you may enjoy a walk around MONA with your host Kerry who can describe the early history of the buildings and gardens and the many changes that have taken place since 1837 when the property was first settled.

Of course Kerry is happy to answer questions about MONA at any time, but this tour allows a more detailed description and includes an inspection of the Woolshed, Shearer's Huts, and some of the Homestead.

There are some wonderful photos of MONA's past including the worst drought on record, and MONA under snow. Read more »

Cost: 
From $25