Before the Hume Freeway bypassed the small village of Jugiong in 1995, it was one of many customary pit stops for weary travellers making the long journey between Sydney and Melbourne. With little more than a pub and a church, drivers would hop out, stretch their legs and grab a coffee before quickly making their way back to the car and hitting the road.
Since then, Jugiong has slowly grown from a sleepy settlement to a thriving farm-to-table, slow-food destination. These days, when travellers turn off the Hume and onto Jugiong Road, it’s entirely on purpose. Many don’t want to leave.
Jugiong (which was originally inhabited by the people of the Ngunawal Aboriginal language group) may have a population of less than 300, but the community is thriving with locals and newcomers alike establishing eateries and stylish boutique accommodation purely out of their own passion for true, country hospitality.
The Sir George is one such establishment, which was extensively restored in 2015. The historic pub was recently sold by CBRE Hotels to an investor for $14 million.
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During The Sir George’s recent renovations, no detail was overlooked. The former horse stables, constructed in the 1800s from solid stone by Irish stonemasons, have been expertly restored and converted into a trio of cosy and stylish boutique hotel rooms.
But if spending a night or two in a stone-encased paradise isn’t your thing, there are a series of black, pitched-roof cabins available too. Overlooking a garden planted with silver birch trees, the roof lines of the stunning cabins were inspired by a historic photograph of the Sir George taken in the late 1800s.
Take a peek inside the luxury suites on offer at the Sir George in Jugiong, NSW.
Stay at the Sir George
Interested in staying at the The Sir George in Jugiong, NSW? You can find out more through The Sir George website or you can book your getaway at Booking.com.
The horse stables, built by Irish stonemasons during the 1800s have been lovingly restored and transformed into luxury accommodation. Photo: Rachael Lenehan Photography.
The granite walls are 500mm thick. A vintage chandelier adds a touch of glam to the simply styled space. The beds are dressed with flax linen from Hale Mercantile Co.
Each room has a spacious ensuite decorated with a refined combination of brass, rustic wood and exposed sandstone. 100-year-old oak floorboards from Woodstock Resources feature throughout.
The black-clad, pitched-roof barns at The Sir George. The black colouring was achieved using a traditional Japanese method of shu sugi ban, which involves preserving the wood using fire.
The quiet village of Jugiong is a popular getaway for travellers from Canberra and Wagga Wagga as well as road-weary Sydneysiders making the trip to Melbourne. With cosy seating nooks to relax and unwind in, it’s easy to see why.
A comfy stack of linen throw cushions adorn the bed.
All of the barns feature high ceilings, modern furnishings and large picture windows to maximise views of the garden.
Every detail has been considered, down to the brass wall lights.
