Cricket enthusiasts across Australia and the globe now have the chance of a lifetime: to sleep in the very rooms where Sir Donald Bradman grew up. For the first time ever, the sporting legend's childhood home in the New South Wales Southern Highlands town of Bowral is being offered for overnight stays through Airbnb.
Step Into Sporting History
The historic four-bedroom house at 52 Shepherd Street, Bowral is where the boy who would become the greatest batsman of all time lived between the ages of three and fifteen. It was in this backyard that a young Don Bradman famously developed his revolutionary hand-eye coordination by hitting a golf ball with a cricket stump against the curved base of an old water tank stand.
The iconic corrugated iron water tank, central to the Bradman origin story, has been meticulously preserved and restored for guests to see and appreciate. "The water tank was restored quite a few years ago using original old corrugated iron to replicate how it was when Bradman actually played against it," explained current owner Glen Haddon. "So it's in fantastic condition and has just been repainted."
A Unique Pilgrimage for Cricket Fans
The property, which can sleep up to eight people, offers a truly unique pilgrimage for sports fans. Guests will have the rare opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Australia's most revered sporting icon, imagining the early days of practice that led to a Test batting average of 99.94.
This isn't just accommodation; it's an immersive historical experience. The house provides a tangible connection to the making of a legend, set in the charming locale of Bowral which remains deeply associated with The Don's legacy.
How to Book Your Stay
Bookings for this unique Airbnb experience will open from February 27. It is expected that dates will be highly sought-after by cricket tragics, sports historians, and families looking for a memorable getaway steeped in Australian culture.
This initiative allows a new generation to connect with the humble beginnings of Sir Donald Bradman, ensuring his story continues to inspire far beyond the boundary rope. It transforms a protected piece of sporting heritage from a static monument into a living, breathable experience.
