A pastoral paradise, this historic estate was lovingly (and lavishly) restored by interior design extraordinaire, Steve Cordony, marrying European luxury with country chic. Impeccable at every turn, the six bedroom homestead offers two self-contained guest rooms that feature plush amenities like Frette linen, a bar cart stocked with Maybe Sammy Cocktails, Sonos ROAM speaker and Santa Maria Novella, naturally. There’s also an Orangerie, soon-to-be-built pool, pool house, and, of course, spectacular gardens; you might even spot a small herd of belted galloway, white peacocks or an ostrich on your morning stroll — now that’s country glamour. rosedalefarm.net.au

On a lush tree-lined street just off the main thoroughfare, this charming boutique hotel serves as the perfect base to explore the region. With 25 stylish self-contained suites and apartments, and a lovely continental breakfast delivered to your door, this elegantly appointed hotel offers understated European luxury in the heart of Orange. derussiehotels.com.au

The latest addition to Orange’s luxury accommodation offering, these swish, self-serviced studios sit perched on the hill of a cherry orchard and boast spectacular views across the central tablelands. So roll up the blinds and take in the sunrise from the comfort of your king size bed (stylishly dressed in linen from Carlotta & Gee), and at night sink into the large concrete bathtub (with a local wine, of course). basaltorange.com.au

The spot for a sundowner, you don’t need to play off scratch (or play at all) to enjoy the sweeping views of this picturesque golf course. A landmark in Orange, sit outside on the Brennan Deck with a cold glass of Chardy and watch the sun drop over the magnificent gardens. duntryleague.com.au

10 minutes drive from Orange near the village of Borenore, The Old Convent comprises four historic buildings from the 1880s, with the oldest building, a small two-bedroom cottage, offering beautiful self-contained accommodation. Once home to Australia’s only Saint, Mary McKillop, this monastic lodging has been reimagined for the modern traveller; with a renovated kitchen and bathroom and luxurious finishings, it’s the epitome of country chic. airbnb.com.au

For a nostalgic tipple, The Oriana hotel is home to a handful of bars — all of which recall a retro Australian mood. For the day drinkers, head to the Martini Bar in the gardens and try a classic vodka, or perch poolside with a daiquiri in hand. When night calls, pull up a plush velvet lounger and sip a Brandy Alexander from a fancy crystal cocktail glass in the bougie Bella Vista Bar. orianaorange.com

This intimate bar may only seat 20 guests, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in wine (and food), with a focus on fabulous funky drops (many from local up-and-comers) and exceptional share plates. Dear St Eloise alumni, Hugh Piper, heads up the kitchen, and by kitchen, we mean one, 5-metre long bench, which acts as both bar and cookhouse, making the already outstanding dishes even more impressive. Think plates of Murray cod crudo, braised and glazed duck Maryland, and local double brie, aged for three months and wrapped in de Salis Chardonnay-soaked vine leaves — all served to the soundtrack of old vinyls. Heaven? Yes, we found it. heyrosey.com.au

What began as a desire to raise the bar in hospitality across the Central West has turned into somewhat of a foodie empire for The Byng St Group, who now boast four locations in the region. Its flagship, the Byng Street Local Store, is the first and arguably most popular, with excellent food and Allpress coffee served daily from its famous red door. byngstreet.com.au

Billed as a “bud-to-bottle” experience, owners and vignerons, Nadja and Steve, are so passionate about wine they take on the entire process from the grape to the glass. The result is three excellent ranges; from the playful to the more refined, their love for winemaking shines through in every bottle. Take a tour and be wowed by their enthusiasm and creativity and, of course, their wine. chalouwines.com.au

For those with a funky-leaning palette, don’t miss a stop at See-Saw Wines. Awarded Best Organic Wine for three years running, this relatively new cellar door practises sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking. The result? Superb skin-contacts like Samm and Marge from their “Incubator” series and bright, small-batch drops from their special, tech-savvy “Invergo” range. seesawwine.com

For classic country accommodation with a modern spin, head 20 minutes south to the Cargo Inn. The historic hotel — 156 years young — features six newly-completed, well-appointed studios and cabins that sit in the verdant ‘Paddock’ alongside the Inn. Both private and self-contained, these perfectly quaint cabins are just the place to rest your head after a long day of wine tasting. Finish with excellent renditions of pub classics in its beautifully revamped bistro next door. thecargoinn.com.au

City coffee snobs will meet their match at Academy Coffee, a specialty roastery and café in the heart of Orange. With a focus on sourcing the highest quality beans and procuring exciting new blends, this coffee wholesaler has a cool outpost in town that serves excellent small-batch brews to locals and tourists alike. academycoffee.com.au

If you’re searching for the best ciabatta (and to be honest, who isn’t?), head to The Sugar Mill. With an artisanal approach to baking, you’ll find everything from ficelles and baguettes to beef and shiraz pies — a nod to the region’s winemaking roots — and, of course, those holy ciabattas. thesugarmillorange.com.au

Rural NSW is not where you’d expect to find brilliant Korean BBQ, but then you haven’t met Mr Lim. Drawing inspiration from his heritage, owner Sammy Jeon dishes up pillowy buns with local braised pork, super Bossam — the Korean spin on Sung Choi Bao — and his take on KFC (Korean Fried Chicken). And if you’re there on the weekend, be prepared to hit the mic with a roaming karaoke from 9:30pm. mrlimorange.com

This cafe meets nursery near Cook Park boasts a seasonally-inspired menu and freshly brewed coffee alongside superb succulents and flourishing ficus. Sit outside amongst the Japanese Maple and gardenia and enjoy fresh scones with jam and cream and a housemade pie, or take a seat inside in their serene indoor retreat. And don’t miss the beautifully curated Gift Shop. anythinggrows.com.au