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Grand Group Accommodation Offerings

When it comes to the best of the best for group accommodation offerings, look no further than the Hunter Valley. Whether you’re looking for somewhere special to celebrate a birthday or anniversary, somewhere to house a full wedding tribe or simply a home away from home for a family getaway, the Hunter Valley boasts plenty of options. From quaint and cosy two to three-bedroom cottages to the spacious ten plus bedroom exquisite homesteads, no matter what the size of your group there are plenty of options to suit individual needs.

True to its name, Allawah, meaning ‘make your abode here’, comprises of a main house and guest wing, located 15 metres from the main house, together accommodating up to 22 guests within 11 luxurious bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 2 enormous living and dining rooms, two chef’s kitchens along with extensive entertaining areas. Centrally located on Lovedale Road and opposite The Deck Café, guests will enjoy only a short drive to Hunter Valley Gardens and moments from concert venues such as Hope and Roche Estates, cellar doors Gartlemann and Allandale as well as wedding venues such as Wandin Valley and Petersons. Allawah Estate will easily become a favourite midweek or weekend holiday destination or, an ideal location to host your small business conference or retreat.

Allawah

Nestled on a slope among a cluster of gumtrees along Oakey Creek Road, Bonvilla Estate is the perfect Hunter Valley escape for friends and family looking to relax and revive, amongst the green vines this Spring. With five bedrooms, sleeping up to ten guests, Bonvilla Estate boasts spacious rooms with contemporary finishes and only a hop, skip and a jump from some of the region’s top wineries and eateries.

Bonvilla

With your guest’s comfort in mind, no detail has been left unturned at Greystone Estate. Your guests can enjoy not only their luxurious air-conditioned suite with plush bedding but also the large open plan living, dining and entertaining and lounge areas including a stunning fireplace, TV’s, high speed Starlink wifi internet for your use throughout your stay, huge semi-commercial kitchen, sparkling pool and BBQ area.  The barn-sized games room holds a pool table as well as a bar with large screen TV’s ideal for sports fans or cinema nights. Sophisticated décor of striking navy, black and white features throughout the property with accents of leather, chrome, black and white, oak and stone, ensuring every room exudes glamour. You’ll feel dressed-up surrounded by these interiors and yet, totally relaxed. Sleeping an impressive 32 guests onsite, Greystone Estate is the ultimate luxe-secluded destination for weddings, group accommodation and events in the heart of the Hunter Valley.

Greystone

Every aspect of the Winmark Residence is designed to provide grand luxury and comfort for an indulgent weekend getaway in the heart of Broke Fordwich. Asian antiquities sit beside Aboriginal artwork along with indigenous African artefacts. Every item, from the aromatherapy toiletries and luxury towels to the Wedgewood crockery and plush lounges, chairs and beds, have been selected to welcome guests in comfort. Bask in the sun on one of the many lounge beds around the picturesque pool or, lap it up with a game of tennis on the tennis green, this residence is ought to impress your guests.

Winmark Residence1

Commanding spectacular views of the estates 25 acres of vineyards, olive groves and charming gardens, Whispering Brook Guesthouse is the ideal vineyard group escape. Sleeping up to 18 guests, the guesthouse features an open plan fully equipped timber kitchen, large indoor and outdoor entertaining areas perfect for cuddling up by the indoor fire or hosting a large outdoor BBQ and a games room to complete your stay.

Whispering Brook Guesthouse

Nestled at the base of a mountain in the peaceful village of Broke Fordwich, Binbilla is a private, 100 acre vineyard estate of grand proportions in the Hunter Valley. Welcoming guests for the first time in its history, this elegantly designed and beautifully appointed estate has been re-imagined to provide luxury accommodation for large groups of up to 10 guests. Arriving along the tall cherry blossoms and pear tree drive past the citrus orchard to Binbilla's wide entrance veranda, you immediately feel this property's sense of place. Entertain and impress guests at the beautiful French oak dining table or relax in the lounge room with flat screen TV and combustion wood fire. The outdoor teak dining table and outdoor lounge invite you for a lazy Sunday brunch or a lunchtime BBQ as a great reason to enjoy locally made wine, cheese and other artisan produce.

Binbilla

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