Pokolbin Hotels

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Lavender Ridge: Local B&Bs

B&B's are something there is no shortage of in the Hunter Valley, especially around the vineyards.
This particular one is located in Milbrodale Road at Broke.

Unique Quality: When John and Wendy Hayes bought this 40 hectare property they wanted to build something that looked over 100 years old. I have to say that it doesn't look even a week old! What his intention was however, aside from my interpretation, was to build a lovely sandstone residence and accommodation. In this he has admirably succeeded.
Milbrodale Road carries on from the main Broke Road just after the latter comes to a T-intersection. Milbrodale has over 20 wineries and a number of B&B's, all set beneath Broken Back Range.
Here you get a complimentary breakfast hamper and bottle of wine and all linen is provided.
If you get lucky you may get inside the house and have a look at the extraordinary clock, dating from the 19th cenury and imported from England. The workings are housed behind an open barricade that is itself a work of art, some of it coming from Germany.

• Opinion of Price: about average
• Address: 618 Milbrodale Road, Broke
• Phone: (02) 6579 1018
• Website: www.lavenderridge.com.au
• Related to: Wine Tasting, Romantic Travel and Honeymoons, Road Trip
• Written December 30, 2004

One of many in the area

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Sleep in a vineyard: Hear the rustle?

Most of this type of accommodation is self catering but there are those that offer more. Because there is so much of it there isn't enough space to detail them all here.

Unique Quality: Imagine the round-the-table conversation where you can boast that you slept in a vineyard. Well, it's all possible at Pokolbin. This particular shot is taken at the intersection of Oakey Creek and Marrowbone Roads but there is a wealth of such accommodation throughout the Hunter Region vineyards.
At this particular one, Kelman Vineyards, you can own the house and a little bit of the vineyard. Your own private vintage - gotta be happy with that!

• Opinion of Price: about average
• Related to: Road Trip, Wine Tasting, Family Travel
• Written November 28, 2003

If you can't drink it, at least you can pick it!

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Belford Country Cabins

I can't believe I remembered the name of this place. We stayed here a long time ago when hubby and I went on our balloon holiday. If you like the bush, you'll love this place and the price is very reasonable too. I would recommend this place if you are on a bit of a budget or have a few people that want to share accommodation. I found the site on the web as well if you want to check it out.

• Opinion of Price: less expensive than average
• Website: www.belfordcabins.com.au
• Related to: Budget Travel, Family Travel, Eco-Tourism
• Written July 19, 2003

Belford Country Cabins

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