Hunter Valley Accommodation

Whispering Brook house commands spectacular views of the estate’s 25 acres of vineyards and olive groves. Sweeping mountain views offer guests the opportunity to relax and unwind in the privacy of your own country house for 8-18 guests. The estate also features an onsite winery and cellar door.

Complimentary educational vineyard, olive and winery tour with private tastings are offered to in house guests.

Carinya Homestead is nestled on a magnificent 150 acre working olive grove “River Flats Estate” with over 3500 olive trees. Carinya offers the perfect blend of modern country accommodation with the charm of a country retreat.

Carinya Homestead sleeps up to 8 people with its 4 queen size bedrooms and has two bathrooms. Carinya has a full sized snooker room and a large open plan lounge, dining and country style kitchen. It also has a great slow combustion wood burning fire for those cold winter evenings.

Carinya is like a home away from home but with magnificent views over the Olive Grove and a magnificent dam. With a slow combustion fire, reverse cycle air-conditioning, BBQ area and large open and enclosed deck area and fully equipped kitchen, Pool/Billard table – every detail has been taken care of.

The magnificent rustic outdoor entertainment area features a large BBQ and Pizza Oven and is perfect for relaxing with friends and family. Surrounded by fairy lights and beautiful gardens you won’t ever want to leave. So just sit back, relax and enjoy your stay. 

Set on your own private vineyard in the Hunter Valley’s beautiful Broke, Arenridge enjoys 180 degree sweeping views over vines and across the panoramic Brokenback Range.

Perfect for large groups of family and friends, wedding parties, a relaxing get-away or milestone occasion, Arenridge features 6 luxurious, light-filled bedrooms – 3 opening onto a generous deck with picturesque views across the vineyard, a further 5 bathrooms and plenty of separate living spaces, which can also accommodate additional guests on hotel-quality foldaway beds.

Bright and modern, Arenridge’s generous lodge style open-plan living dining, with high vaulted ceiling, shiplap detailing, entertainers kitchen, wood-burning combustion fireplace and picture-perfect deck, perched just metres from vines, is ideal for whiling away the day.

With expansive outdoor spaces on both sides of the central living space, Arenridge offers a range of places to soak up the morning sun, host a long-lunch or watch the sun set over the ridge line with a glass of award-winning Hunter Valley wine and a cheese platter. Overflowing with the best local produce – don’t miss the Broke Village Market, held on the first Sunday of the month.

Wander amongst the vines to Wollombi Brook on the edge of the 28-acre property, enjoy the kangaroos resting amongst the vines, relax under the trees besides the property’s private dam, or pick your own fruit straight from the orchard. A snooker table, flat screen TV, bikes and children’s play area will keep guests entertained without even leaving the gates.

For those looking to enjoy the best of Broke, known by many as the soul of the Hunter, Arenridge is situated close to award-winning Margan Estate – with its hatted restaurant, large kitchen garden and orchard, olive trees and estate-made honey. You are moments from the Krinklewood Biodynamic Vineyard, premier Adams Peak and Winmark Wines wedding venues, Mount Broke and Tinonee cellar door. Guests can stroll next door for artisan wine and olive tasting at Whispering Brook, hosts of the celebrated Olive Long Table Lunch.

Broke General Store is just 5 minutes away for any last minute supplies or enjoy an idyllic 15-minute drive through pristine Hunter Wine Country to the Hunter Valley Gardens, major concert venues, championship golf courses and premium cellar doors.

Further renovations later in the year will see a kitchen refresh, separate games room and a 10-metre swimming pool – perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day, or a midnight swim under moonlight.

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Milbrodale Lodge is a unique, architecturally designed house nestled against the rock escarpment and taking in some fabulous vineyard and district views.  This 4 bedroom house offers reverse cycle air conditioning, large open fireplace and huge entertaining decks front and rear.  The central kitchen is a cook’s delight and the bathrooms are truly unique.  A popular choice for a break from life’s “every day”, Milbrodale Lodge is sure to become your favourite place to be.

Set on 36 acres of tranquil rural surrounds our boutique luxury villas offer the beauty, comfort and serenity for a memorable weekend getaway. Our six villas are set back amongst rose bushes, lavender and greenery with stunning views of Yellowrock and the Brokenback mountain range. Each villa has been tastefully appointed by an interior stylist to meet even everyones needs. Each boast a king bed, living area, dinning nook, kitchen and full bathroom, as well as private patio and car space. The kitchen is fully equipped with coffee machine, microwave, stove top, fridge and cooking utensils. Two of our villas have spa baths.

Our centrepiece is our communal Lakehouse that is open all hours for our guests to come and enjoy the sunset with a glass of wine, a book, an easel or just themselves. We also have a 14 meter salt water pool that is perfect for the warmer months and a common bbq area for everyone to enjoy.

Our loveable furry friends are definitely what sets us apart and provides a warm welcoming environment for our guests. Our little alpaca family that can be seen wandering around our property love a carrot or two as do our horses. You are welcome to gather eggs from our chickens and you are sure to be met by our people loving Australian Shepherd Izzy.

We are a family owned business and live on site so are always on hand to help with any questions or concerns. We are happy to help organise transfers, early and late check-ins where possible and will always endeavour to meet special requests to the best of our ability.

A hearty continental hamper style breakfast is also included with every booking.

We are conveniently located within walking distance to some of the Hunter’s best cellar doors and restaurants such as Whispering Brook, Running Horse Wines, Mount Broke, Nightingale Wines, 1813 and Margan Wines.

Monkey Place Country House is a unique 4 bedroom sandstone house, nestled amongst native and rose gardens on a private 6 acre property which provides accommodation for 8 – 14 guests.  The house has some beautiful features including a large fully equipped kitchen, great for cooking up a storm, impressive sandstone fireplace, sparkling swimming pool and gas heated outdoor spa.  The large covered verandahs offer spaces to relax and unwind with a glass of the local produce or to simply enjoy a BBQ with family and friends.

ROCK VIEW is a large family country home located at Winmark Wines (Former Pooles Rock) 229 Wollombi Road in Broke, Hunter Valley.

Rock View is situated on 132 acres with 28 acres covered by beautiful vineyards. The cottage has stunning views over the vineyards and mountain ranges with 5 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a large living and dining area, an indoor fireplace and air-conditioning throughout the home.

Attached to the cottage is a private fully enclosed alfresco area with an adjoining outdoor firepit, pizza oven and BBQ space and use of a shared in-ground pool, enough space for the entire family to enjoy.

Accommodates up to 10 guests

Luxury Group accommodation for up to 23 people.

Hunter Moon Country House has recently being extended to take up to 23 people. Hunter Moon looks over a tranquil dam full of water lilies and a sensory garden which includes many plants that you can touch, smell, feel and eat. The heavenly smell of roses, lavender, gardenias, oranges, mandarins, cumquats and rosemary immediately relaxes you as you enter this special space.

Hunter Moon has 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms and takes up to 23 people and is a country house with all the mod cons. WiFi, Smart TV’s, Foxtel, X-Box, Blue tooth stereo and a great selection of books, DVD’s and board games. Very comfortable beds which can be configured in Kings or Singles.

Hunter Moon has a large outdoor spa that can be set to hot or cold and a fireplace for those crisp Hunter nights and reverse air-conditioning is available too. Hunter Moon has been created with larger groups in mind and nothing has been left to chance and equipped for large groups. The quality finishes and high ceilings give the house a feeling of great space. The house has been stylishly furnished with many original and unique pieces from around the world. Hunter Moon sits on 25 acres and has a wonderful backdrop of mountains and vineyards.

Enjoy the peaceful Thompson Valley and the unique Broke Fordwich experience. Visit the nearby world heritage Baiame Cave. Sample our award winning wines. Hike up into the Brokenback National Park, or simply walk through the vineyard. End the day lazing by the pool. Ascella is the largest organic vineyard in the Hunter Valley.

Imagine a homestead guest room with queen bed, and waking up to a view of wild birds frolicking in the vineyard.

Though Ascella is a bustling Cellar Door, a continental breakfast is offered in a relaxed and casual manner, on the patio or in the orchard if preferred. Receive a complimentary bottle of fine Ascella Organic Wine and a small organic cheese and olive welcoming plate. Relax with the amazing view over the vineyard while savoring your wine and welcoming snack plate.

Located in Milbrodale about 10 minutes through the vineyards from Broke, and home of Jack and the Vine Stalk  and Jack’s Barbecue in the Orchard, Ascella offers an experience like no other.

Talits French Estate is one of the areas most recognisable properties.  This luxurious French provincial farmhouse captures stunning vineyard views from its many balconies, perfect for relaxing and enjoying a glass of local wine.  Talits features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, reverse cycle air conditioning, large open fireplace and a sparkling swimming pool overlooking the vines to the ranges beyond.  Just minutes from some wonderful, boutique cellar doors and restaurants Talits is certainly a place that once you arrive, you may never want to leave!

Close to wedding venues and surrounded by boutique vineyards and olive groves, 2-bedroom Lemonthyme cottage offers a cozy escape with spectacular mountain views for up to 5 people.

Located on 25-acres of open paddocks and natural bushland, you can walk, play or picnic where you choose. Take a dip in the inground swimming pool, sit under the stars by your private fire pit, or simply relax in the self-contained cottage. The cottage offers a full size kitchen (incl fridge, oven, microwave and coffee maker, as well as tea, coffee, sugar, milk) and bathroom (incl hairdryer, soap, shampoo and conditioner,), comfortable lounge and dining setting, satellite TV, aircon, ceiling fans, electric blankets, gas BBQ, private firepit and NBN WiFi.

With only one other guest cottage, your privacy is assured or you can bring all the family and book our 3-bedroom cottage Rosebower, which is also pet-friendly.

The Dairy Cottage is a quaint two bedroom, two en-suite cottage with a combined lounge, dining, and kitchenette. The jet-master gas log fire will keep you cosy and warm in the chilly winter months, whilst the reverse cycle air-conditioning, along with the bedroom ceiling fans will keep you cool during the warmer summer months.

Each bedroom features a king size bed with a luxurious mattress for a perfect nights sleep. The adjoining ensuites each have under floor heating, the master with a beautiful period bath.

Sitting outside admiring the views back to the vines and Yellow Rock beyond, The Dairy Cottage provides the perfect place to completely escape. A late evening, or early morning walk through the vines is an excellent way to fully appreciate the tranquil setting of this unique pocket of the world.

Delight in the natural beauty and tranquil rural experience of the 24 acre wine country farm in our 3-bedroom house. Far horizons, incredible stars, play space aplenty. With open plan living spaces, fully equipped kitchen and wood fire, the house is fantastic for a special time away with family or friends. All rooms have views across fields, vineyards and mountains, with the huge covered verandah providing the best vantage point only occasionally obstructed by wandering kangaroos, wombats, foxes, and the local cows.

The Shedhouse at Milbrodale Farm is a stylish modern cottage surrounded by vines and olives trees and set on 12 acres in Milbrodale.

The Shedhouse has 2 bedrooms and 2 queen beds so caters for 2 or 4 people looking to enjoy a unique getaway location. A breakfast basket is provided for our guests.