Gundaroo is a small historic village located about 35 km from Canberra in Yass Valley Shire. The village has been the subject of a number of studies and publications including a report by the National Trust of Australia.
Gundaroo is an important example of a typical 19th century Australian village and has become a significant tourist attraction for the area. Similarly its unique character has attracted many new residents in recent years. Gundaroo is special because it does not have the urban sprawl which is associated with other small towns within commuting distance of Canberra.
The village lies in the Yass River valley on gently rolling countryside and is surrounded by distant wooded hills. It contains all the elements typical of a township from last century such as an hotel, a general store/post office, a Common, a Park and three churches. The main street is mostly preserved in its original character.
Gundaroo is in the heart of cool climate wine country, and boasts a number of cafes and restaurants as well as a pub.