Tent camping NSW

Hi everyone,

Hoping you can help me. I am looking for a great camping spot, preferably next to some kind of water (beach, river, lake etc) that is quiet and actually feels like real camping. We are coming from Sydney so the closer the better but happy to drive a few hours, we have an SUV so can't be real 4WD access unfortunately.

I am used to camping in WA where there aren't so many national parks and set camping grounds.

Really just want to set up a tent for a few days and only bump into a couple of people (if any). Also looking to be able to light a camp fire.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks