natural history of New South Wales. Gledswood is a rare example of an early Australian homestead characterised by mid 19th century gardens and ornamental plantings. The place is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of cultural or natural places/environments in New South Wales. Gledswood is representative of early colonial settlement patterns in the Cowpastures rural downs area. Gledswood's colonial gardens is presentative of traditional European influenced landscapes and of 19th and early 20th century interest in botanical collections. See also Australian residential architectural styles References Bibliography Attribution New South Wales State Heritage Register Camden Council (New South Wales) Houses in New South Wales Farms in New South Wales Tourist attractions in New South Wales Golf clubs and courses in New South Wales Homesteads in New South Wales Articles incorporating text from the New South Wales State Heritage Register