Rothbury, New South Wales Accommodation

The new Spa at Chateau Elan has 18 treatment rooms and is one of the few places in the world to offer French Terrake signature treatments and exclusive Thalgo products.

The complex overlooks the fairways of The Vintage golf course; it is the only Greg Norman-designed course that is accessible to the public in NSW.

Chateau Elan interiors blend contemporary tones, rich textures and original art; Nespresso Essenza coffee-making systems, spa baths, French Thalgo bathroom amenities and 42-inch LCD TV with movie channels are just some of the standard inclusions. An iPod docking station invites guests to add their own soundtrack to the Hunter Valley views, while lobby WiFi and in room broadband internet connection are provided for those who need to tell the world about conquering Greg Norman's dreaded 8th!

Guests stay in three types of luxury residence:

Twenty super-luxury Spa Suites are located within the Spa complex. They offer Ergomotion beds and a sensual plinth-mounted bath open to the room and separate shower...

It is a four bedroom, three bathroom self contained house on 25 acres with swimming pool. Expansive views across the 25 acre property to the Brokenback Ranges in the distance. Outdoor entertaining area with gas BBQ and fenced yard. The three bathrooms are brand new in 2010, along with major kitchen renovations. The wood burning stove in the lounge room produces generous heat...and there are heaters in the kitchen/family room, lounge room/dining room, and in every bedroom. Extensive garden improvements are underway, including new turf planted in November, 2010.

The estate overlooks the Brokenback Ranges in Pokolbin, Wine Country, and offers: Lovely fully self contained & self-catering Homestead and Cottage . Everything is provided but BYO food.

The HOMESTEAD (sleeps 8 - 14) has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, full kitchen, dining room, and 2 living rooms.
The COTTAGE (sleeps 4-8) has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, full kitchen and entertainment room with pool table.
Both Homestead & Cottage have air conditioning, log fires, iron and ironing board, hairdryers, TV, DVD, video and CD

CENTRAL LOCATION: <b> In our street (Hermitage Road) are :
Wineries
Restaurants
Cafes
Galleries
Bluetongue Brewery
Horse Riding
Horse Drawn Carriages .............and more
CLOSE BY are:
Harrigans Irish Pub
Hunter Valley Gardens and Village
Cheese Factory
Golf
Antiques & galleries
Hot Air Ballooning
.........................and many more wineries/restaurants/cafes

The Hermitage Hideaway offers:
Stunning VIEWS from every window of Brokenback Mountain Range, vineyards, olive groves, farmlands or pretty gardens...

Situated on top of the Molly Morgan Range, in the centre of the Hunter Valley, the 300 acre secluded property enjoys the spectacular views of the world renown Hunter Valley vineyards, wineries and mountain ranges of wine country and to the northern boundary of Barrington Tops. A Mountain Retreat In The Heart Of Wine Country &lt;br&gt; The picturesque 300 acres abound in Native Wildlife.Horse Riding operates on site every day.Offering trail rides, Pony rides, Family rides,personalised rides and the Sunset Ride with spectacular views and wildlife. Beautiful horses and experienced guidesThe 4WD tour lets you be with Kangaroos, Wombats, Possums etc. as they feed in their natural environment.&lt;br&gt; Scenic walking trails take you to the forested hill tops enabling you to capture more spectacular views, the flora and fauna of the area.&lt;br&gt; Charming Accommodation is available in the homestead guest house ,semi-self contained villas,offering meals,massages and beauty treatments.Ideal for couples, reunions We are central to the many attractions, including championship golf courses, hot-air ballooning, tandem skydiving, antique shops and art galleries...

Blissfully quiet, you will wake up to beautiful birdsong and grazing kangaroos. Your accommodation is set amongst our vineyards and 100 acres of lush, native bushland in Australia's oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley. Situated in the centre of the lodge is our award winning restaurant, Shakey Tables. The assortment of classic tables and colourful chairs, contrasting with Paula's modern art, sets a style that gives our restaurant it's name.

Travelling two hours north from Sydney via freeway or longer through an historic and scenic route that passes through glorious countryside, you will find the spectacular Hunter Valley. Amidst an ambience of seclusion and serenity, Madigan Vineyard is located approximately ten minutes from Cessnock and its township. The vineyard is sited in the valley amongst many boutique wineries and restaurants. Here you will find four luxury cottages, where the weary urbanite can embrace tranquillity and totally relax. Each cottage has been designed to enjoy the views of the vineyard. The cottages are contemporary in style, and have interiors that take their inspiration from the country setting and have been created with its natural environment in mind. As the breathtaking sunsets unfold, you can sit on your private deck with a glass of chilled Madigan wine, and savour the delightful sounds and smells of the Australian bush. In winter, curl up and gaze at the mist-shrouded forests and valley...

The 8 bedroom residence features spacious bedrooms, and vast living areas. Up to 20 guests can be comfortably accomodated. The bridal bedroom has a king bed, and a huge ensuite with a circular spa bath. The other 7 bedrooms each have a queen bed. Four of the queen bedrooms also have a single bed.

Nirvana Vista Resort is only a few minites drive from all the major Hunter Valley Wine Country attractions, including Hunter Valley Gardens, three major gold courses, hot air blooning, and scores of restaurants and wineries.

It you wish to stay and enjoy the property, there is a six burner BBQ, pool table, table tennis, in-ground swimming pool, playing field for ball games, a small library, and gorgeous landscaped gardens to go for a stroll. To keep the children occupied, we have a toy room, swings, trampoline, balls and sports equipment.

A feature of Nirvana Vista Resport is the luxourious interior decorating, and the extensive original art work throughout the house. Staying at Nirvana Vista Resort is always a memorable event, and many of our guests come back every year because of the wonderful family memories...

Attractions in the Local Area On and around the property, enjoy walking trails, abundant wildlife, fishing stocked dams, table tennis and swimming. Or just sit back with a glass of red and take in the view all to yourself. The vines, the view, black swans on the dams, kangaroos and cattle grazing. Talga Vines Vineyard Escape is located in Lovedale, only minutes from the restaurants and cafes, boutique wineries and wine tasting of Hunter Valley Wine Country. Tours, golf, horse riding, cycling, concerts, events, galleries and shops. PLACES OF INTEREST SURROUNDING TALGA ESCAPE Wineries: Allandale Winery, Capercaillie Winery, Gartelmann Wines, Tatler Wines, Wandin Valley Estate, Warraroong Estate, Sandalyn Estate, Emmas Cottage Vineyard, Madigan Vineyard. Activities: Just Jump Sky Dive, Balloon Aloft, The Vintage Golf Course, Hunter Valley Golf & Country Club, Ogishi Craft Centre, Hunter Valley Zoo. Food: Mojos Restaurant, Majors Lane Cafe, Hunter Valley Chocolate Factory, Bel Posto at Wandin Valley Estate, Shakey Tables, Leaves & Fishes Cafe, Tatler Cafe, Lynkeys Cafe...

At Talga Estate our bedrooms make the difference: each has a King-size bed, crisp linen, plush doonas and an open bathroom with hydrotherapy spa bath. <br /><br /> But that's only the start. In your stylish lounge room is a DVD player, 42" plasma TV, there's a fully-equipped kitchen with dining area, a BBQ on your private verandah and, of course, the lake, vines and wildlife of the estate itself. <br /><br /> Cosy enough for couples but flexible enough for friends, let us put you at the centre of a memorable Hunter Valley experience.<br />

Contemporary holiday homes located on the eleventh fairway of the prestigious Vintage golf course. Offering hotel quality accommodation with all the comforts and flexibility of a private residence these holiday retreats are perfect spots to rejuvenate, swing a club, try an outstanding glass of wine and relax. Staying right in the heart of the beatiful Hunter Valley there is always a limitless choice of possibilities and experiences for an unfortegable time away. Accommodation for 8-10 people. FEATURES: - 4 large guest bedrooms; - Master bedroom with ensuite and spa bath; - Spacious bathroom & Powder Room; - Reverse cycle airconditioning throughout; - Gas fireplace in the living / dining rooms opening onto 2 entertaining area; - BBQ, fully equipped kitchen and laundry; - TV, Games room with Foxtel, library & dvd collections; - Quality bed linen and bath towels, bath salts and soaps; - Furnishings, fittings & original art work selected by interior designer; - Breathtaking views of the golf course & Barrington ranges beyond...