Elevate your next camping escape and upgrade to one of the superb glamping getaways dotted around New South Wales. Delight in the plush amenities, thoughtful touches and spectacular settings of these picturesque glamping stays, from cosy winery escapes to safari-style bush luxury.  

Gaze at the stars at Bubbletent Australia, Blue Mountains  

Prepare to fall in love with these magical clear domes overlooking the Capertee Valley in the Blue Mountains, a 2.5-hour drive northwest of Sydney. Named after zodiac constellations — Leo, Virgo and Cancer — the three waterproof transparent spheres sit atop raised wooden decks and give you a spectacular view of the stars at night and the vast valley during the day. Inside your Bubbletent you’ll find a chic set-up with a queen bed and dreamy goose-down pillows, a bubble ensuite and thoughtful touches including binoculars and an iPad loaded with a bird-watching app. Head outside to find a kitchenette, outdoor seating area and a romantic woodfired hot tub, the perfect place to sip a sip local wine and drink in the glorious views. 

Enjoy a soak inside and out at Sierra Escape, Mudgee  

Unwind and recharge in the magical surroundings of Sierra Escape, a five-star glamping outfit just 20 minutes from Mudgee or around four hours’ drive northwest from Sydney. Take in the countryside views from the deck or the expansive windows of your luxury tent, which also features plush big beds for two, luxe linens, power for charging devices, indoor and outdoor bathtubs, and other thoughtful touches. Make your stay even more memorable by adding a massage, private in-tent wine-tasting or another experience offered in partnership with local providers. Cosy up beside your private fire pit and relive childhood memories as you toast marshmallows while glamping in winter, when the sturdy canvas tents insulate you against the elements.  

Sleep between the vines at Nashdale Lane, Orange  

Supercharge a winery experience in Orange, around four hours west of Sydney, with a stay at family-owned Nashdale Lane winery, which offers two gorgeous glamping tents scenically positioned on the 24-hectare estate. Relish the distinctly Aussie flavour of the rustic yet luxurious tent structures, which have hardwood flooring throughout, a stylish kitchen stocked with panty essentials, a comfy four-poster queen bed and a sunken outdoor lounge. Restore your energy levels as you take in the sweeping vineyard vistas and the crisp mountain air (the estate sits at 900m) and settle in for a peaceful night in the countryside. All stays include an upgraded wine tasting at the estate’s cellar door, a similarly atmospheric space with a wood fire, cosy tasting nooks and beautiful views.  

Sleep in a tree at Mirumiru Bubble Tent, Tenterfield 

Stir your family’s adventurous spirit and check into Mirumiru Bubble Tent, on a private farm just outside of Tenterfield in the New England high country. Bask in the reflected glory as your kids delight in a tent suspended between two trees at your family-friendly bubble tent campsite. Enjoy the same mesmerising Milky Way views from your bed in the site’s more spacious main bubble tent, Captain Thunderbolt. Named for a bushranger who roamed Country NSW in the late 19th century, the Captain Moonlite tent has the same configuration, also perfectly positioned for privacy and to maximise the relaxing rural panorama. Head out to explore nearby Bald Rock National Park, returning to your bubble-tent haven to soak away muscle tension in your vintage outdoor tub. Stock up on groceries in Tenterfield and dine by the light of your campfire as bushrangers once did, perhaps treating yourself to upgrades including a cheeseboard you can take home with you. 

Feel a million miles away at Faraway Domes, Warialda 

Revel in the rugged seclusion of Faraway Domes as you check into one of its two off-grid, adults-only geodesic domes overlooking the undulating bush landscape of a vast property near Warialda, in far northern Country NSW. Cool off after an invigorating hike on the property with a refreshing dip in your personal plunge pool, or take a relaxing soak in your outdoor bath before cooking up a feast in the open-plan kitchen or the barbecue on your deck. See how brightly the stars twinkle in the clear night sky before flopping onto your four-poster king bed, with the geodesic tents designed to keep you comfortably snug — or cool — naturally throughout the seasons. 

Glamp by the sea at The Hideaway, Cabarita 

Drift off to sleep to the sounds of the ocean on an urban glamping stay at The Hideaway at Cabarita, on the far North Coast. Just steps from the refreshingly uncrowded local beach and a similarly short stroll to local restaurants, its 18 bell tents (including family tents) are kitted out with Koala beds, plush bath towels, a mini fridge, fan, air-conditioning and heating, with modern communal bathrooms fashioned out of recycled shipping containers. Embrace the complementary bike hire and explore the relaxed village of Cabarita and beyond at your own pace between revitalising beach swims, or chill out under the fringed umbrellas with a restorative tipple and a good book. 

Choose your own glamp-site with Glamping Out, South Coast  

Relish the freedom to glamp wherever you like within 25km of the city of Nowra, on the NSW South Coast, thanks to Glamping Out, a luxury glamping hire company that supplies everything you need for a stylish camp-out. Once you choose your location (the website has a list of recommended camping sites) Glamping Out owner Kristy and her talented team erect, furnish and style one of their beautiful canvas bell tents so all you need to do is turn up and enjoy the experience. Admire Kirsty’s eye for design as you settle into your magical space, which could be decorated with luxury rugs, quirky cushions, lanterns, textured throws, plants and fairy lights. Note the thoughtful touches on your arrival such as tissues, towels and a mini amenities pack for your stay, as well as a heater for cooler nights. Simply bring your own food or head out to dine at local restaurants. 

Doze between the eucalypts at Paperbark Camp, Jervis Bay  

Feel like you’re on a luxury safari at Paperbark Camp in the beautiful Jervis Bay region of the NSW South Coast, three hours’ drive south of Sydney. Feel embraced by the hospitality of hosts Jeremy and Irena Hutchings, who have created a remarkable stay with 13 spacious canvas tents placed strategically among native eucalypts just a 10-minute drive from seaside Huskisson. Luxuriate in the opulent tents furnished with quality linen and amenities, hot showers, a wrap-around deck and full insect screening (and a bathtub in the deluxe tents). Spend glorious days canoeing, cycling or reading a book on the beach before heading to a memorable dinner at on-site tree-top restaurant The Gunyah. Catch glimpses of native wildlife with your torch as you meander back to your tent.  

Meet the farm animals at The Woods Farm, Jervis Bay  

Be enchanted by the evening ambience of The Woods Farm as it twinkles to life after sunset, with fairy lights and lamps creating a beautiful setting from which to gaze at the stars, eat, drink and be merry with family and friends. The working farm in Jervis Bay has 18 canvas bell tents in its range of accommodation options, which come fitted out with king beds, rugs, tables and deck chairs as well as extra little touches the farm is loved for. Make yourself at home in the shared space with a chill-out area including fire pits and log stools, tables and chairs and barbecue and camp kitchen facilities where you can cook your own food. If you have little campers in tow (the glamping tents can sleep up to four), they’ll love the swimming pool, bikes, farm animals and outdoor games.  

Discover a new way to ‘feed the kids’ at Currajong Retreat, South Coast 

Feel soothed by the serene bush setting as you sink into the tub on the deck of your luxury tented suite at Currajong Retreat, inland from Eden on the far South Coast, six hours’ drive south of Sydney. Gaze out from your ridge-top viewpoint at the gurgling Towamba River, then step inside an ensuite glamping suite to enjoy an array of five-star comforts. Relax on a queen bed or a lounge with a log-burning fire, and make the most of a kitchenette and a spacious deck with a barbecue, sun loungers and that decadent outdoor bath. Pour yourself a glass of complimentary local wine and settle in for a delicious country-style dinner delivered to your door; cosy up inside or dine on your deck under a canopy of twinkling stars. Fuel up on the included hearty breakfast for a day of exploring, which might begin with feeding the kids — you’re welcome to meet the property’s herd of adorable angora goats.