I found Berrima through an internet search as a quick ‘in and out’ off the Hume Motorway for our journey north and then discovered the ‘Bakehouse Motel’; my Sister and I were pleasantly surprised and enjoyed our brief stays. The staff welcomed us warmly and efficiently on first arrival. Upon return, the telephone inquiry and subsequent booking for arrival after office hours is also to be commended; the process was smooth with sufficient reassuring communication for two elderly ladies.
The recently updated facilities exceeded our expectations and I am surprised that the internet only gives the Motel a three (3) Star rating; I believe it should be four (4).
Our only disappointment was that we did not have more time to explore the beautiful village of Berrima and all that it has to offer. The Surveyor General Inn fed and watered us magnificently both nights (up and back), staff were kind and courteous and would you believe at 70 and 80 years of age, we were the last patrons to leave at 9pm last Wednesday, my we laughed, it’s been a long time since we were the last ones to leave a pub!
A compliment also to the Magpie Café, breakfast was a delight with good old fashioned service, slow, but nice and to those who say it is too expensive, well they mustn’t eat out much or perhaps just stay on the highway and eat ‘Service Centre’ food. The food was deliciously prepared and served with great local conversation which sent us on our way with no need for lunch!
Thank you Berrima, we’ll be back with more time to explore, though not in winter…..
Sincerely
Judith
Jun 2023
PS: The garden lighting looks magnificent, well done.