Luxury Accommodation in the Hunter Valley
There's so much to love about the luxury accommodation in the Hunter Valley and these stays are as gorgeous as they come.
Just a few hours' drive from Sydney, you’ll find the Hunter Valley - a veritable wine wonderland, where boutique stays are as sought after as quality drops. A wide range of accommodation options are available, from lush winery stays to quiet country cabins. And we're here to walk you through them all.
So, before you get cracking on the best restaurants and wineries the region offers, be sure to lock in some luxury accommodation in the Hunter Valley to really make it an unforgettable stay.
Luxury Accommodation Hunter Valley: Pokolbin
The Lane Retreat
Escape to The Lane Retreat, nestled in Pokolbin, and just 4.9 km from the enchanting Hunter Valley Gardens, this is a place that champions rest and relaxation. Its pristine and serene setting also makes it one of the most popular romantic accommodation options in the Hunter Valley.
Situated on Bimbadgen’s award-winning vineyards, embrace tranquility with the outdoor pool and lush garden views. Indulge in modern comfort with air-conditioned rooms boasting a fridge, microwave, and coffee machine. Relax with a shower, and soak up the and mountain vistas from your private balcony.
409 Palmers Lane, Pokolbin
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Spicers Vineyard Estate
A perfect example of Hunter Valley luxury accommodation, Spicers Vineyard Estate's five-star retreat offers twelve luxurious guest rooms and a guest house nestled between the property’s private vineyard and gorgeous surrounding bushland. For bigger groups, the four-bedroom vineyard house with access to an outdoor barbecue area with a fire pit and a large outdoor pool is the go.
For couples, the romantic king suites are absolutely perfect. During your stay, make sure you carve out some time to visit Spa Anise and their renowned eatery, Restaurant Botanica.
555 Hermitage Road, Pokolbin
Casa La Vina
For a taste of Marrakesh in the Hunter Valley, you can't look past Casa La Vina. The Moroccan-style escape is a boutique stay comprised of three luxury villas, ideal for a romantic getaway. Quality vineyards aren’t far away, but most must drag themselves away from the outdoor spa.
Each villa has its own courtyard, built-in fireplace, and rustic, southwestern touch – and it’s adults-only and one of our favourite luxury Hunter Valley accommodations.
657 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin
Vinden Estate Wines
A family-owned boutique winery that only sells to the finest restaurants and from their cellar door. The Vinden family’s estate in the Hunter is what dreams are made of, from the vineyard to an intimate fine dining experience. For the full experience, stay the night in their colonial homestead and wake up to a beautiful sunrise over the Brokenback ranges.
138 Gillards Road, Pokolbin
Luxury Accommodation Hunter Valley: Lovedale
Lilies Luxury Retreats
Looking for romantic accommodation in the Hunter Valley? Lilies Luxury Retreats is for the lovers! Set on 25 acres of lush, rolling hills alongside a lake, the retreats (Luxury Lakeside and Grass Tree at Poolside, or book out the entire venue) have everything you'd need for the perfect weekend escape.
Relax by the fireplace, splash about in the pool, or unwind in the spa bath. Guests are also given a free gourmet breakfast hamper. Its prime position means everything is right on your doorstep, from wineries to golf courses and restaurants.
And, if you really want to up the romance factor, check out their Ultimate Romance package, which includes a cheese and antipasto platter, a bottle of French Champagne, red silk rose petals romantically styled on the king bed, luxury bath products, and bathrobes and slippers.
60 Majors Lane, Lovedale
Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
The Rydges Resort Hunter Valley is a popular luxury accommodation option in the Hunter Valley for families thanks to its kids' club, meaning the parents can get some downtime, too.
While the little ones live their best life at the kids' club, enjoy a round of tennis, get a treatment at the day spa, or play on the 18-hole golf course. Hotel rooms offer views of the breathtaking rural landscape, and villas are nested within the property's golf course and beautiful Hunter Valley scenery.
430 Wine Country Drive, Lovedale
Leaves & Fishes
One of the most unique accommodation options in the Hunter Valley, the Boathouse accommodation by Leaves & Fishes consists of five unique private boat houses in a relaxed, secluded setting. With your own deck overlooking a lily pad-laden pond, you’ll feel like you’re encompassed in the serenity of a Monet painting. Features also include a king-sized bed and opulent furnishings.
737 Lovedale Road, Lovedale
Luxury Accommodation Hunter Valley: Mount View
The Edge Villa
In the exclusive Mount View suburb - often referred to as a hidden gem of the Hunter - you'll find one of the most romantic accommodations in the Hunter Valley, Edge Villa.
Just a stone's throw from the delicious Bistro Molines, one of our favourite Hunter Valley restaurants, this luxurious open-plan villa is the perfect romantic couples retreat with fireplaces, a king bed, a hydrotherapy bath, and stunning views from the verandah where you can snuggle up with a delicious Hunter Valley red.
70 Mitchells Road, Mount View
Luxury Accommodation Hunter Valley: Broke
Tinonee Estate
Tinonee Vineyard Estate is a boutique working vineyard with two stunning homes available for rent. These magnificent properties are ideal for a unique stay among the vines. You can choose to book either the residence or the cottage or if you’re planning to take the Hunter by storm with a larger group, then you can combine the two spaces.
Booking the entire estate gives you access to eight bedrooms and five bathrooms and access to the private swimming pool, garden chess set, outdoor tennis table, and near unfettered access to the beautiful vineyard.
1273 Milbrodale Road, Broke
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