The chance to view a stunning garden and listen to some live local music in the great outdoors is always popular.
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That is definitely the recipe for a great day out.
And in the year like no other it is certain to be a welcome opportunity.
The best news is that it is on offer in the Southern Highlands.
A little fact I didn't previously mention is that it also promises a glimpse into a bygone era. The home on the property was built in 1949 and the garden soon after with a emphasise on connection between the indoors and outdoors.
Co-owners of Beatrice Park (formerly Eugenie Lodge) Justin Hutchinson and John Bower will swing open the gates to their stunning property every weekend for the month of October (except Saturday, October 17).
They want to share the the appeal of the stunning grounds and tranquility of a the property that they have long enjoyed.
The open garden coincides the the 60th anniversary of the property's success in the once popular Bowral Festival of Flowers in which the property took out the coveted honour for Best Open Garden. The The prize went to the property owner of the time Mrs L E Whittle in the category of part-time gardener.
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While taking in the breathtaking garden will be a highlight, Justin and John have also secured live entertainment for the open garden weekends.
Justin said they were keen to provide a safe performance opportunity for entertainers who had struggled in 2020 due to COVID-19 restrictions.
And in a true sense of celebrating local they have ensured the talented performers are Highlands-own.
Seven different performers from Southern Highlands Musicians will perform at Beatrice Park each weekend from 1-3 pm.
Southern Highlands Musicians is a music booking agency run by popular local performer Nyssa Bunyan. The website is for anyone looking for professional musicians to elevate their wedding or event. Each artist has their own distinct style with many years of experience.
Nyssa and her brother Alex are among the performers scheduled to entertain in the grounds of Beatrice Park. They will share their talents on October 4.
The entertainment schedule will include:
October 3 - Grace Amos
October 4 - Nyssa Bunyan
October 5 - Pat Newton
October 10 - Ria Brcic
October 11 -Ben Malone
October 18 - Michael Bond
October 24 - Ria Brcic
October 25 - Michael Bond
October 31 - Kay Proudlove
November 1 - Frankie and Charles
Beatrice Park is located on the corner of Bendooley Street and Kangaloon Road in Bowral.
The gardens will be open each weekend from 11am to 3pm.
Cost of entry is $5 for individuals and $10 for families with funds raised to be donated to the Australian Garden History Society.
Justin said he was also hoping to be able to provide visitors with the option for a cup of tea, coffee or cordial and a biscuit.
"Just like all those years ago when, as a little boy with my mum, we traveled down by steam train to see Eugenie Lodge as it was then," he said.
Justin was quick to ensure CovidSafe measures would be in place.
He said that someone would be at the gate entrance during this period to monitor the number of people visiting at any one time and the bottom gate to the property would be closed.
The number of people on the property would be limited to 30, plus a few volunteers at any time.
Volunteers are still needed to assist with the open garden. If you are interested please contact Justin on 0419 287 985.
To learn more about Southern Highlands Musicians go to https://southernhighlandsmusicians.com/
Visit the Destination Southern Highlands website for more information about the Spring Time Trail.
