9 Barossa Accommodation Properties On Or Near Vineyards
If you're planning a trip to one of the Barossa food and wine festivals, a long overdue catch-up with friends and family or perhaps a corporate intensive weekend for some (or all) of your staff, here are nine Barossa accommodation properties to consider.
The Kirche at Charles Melton
Stay in a uniquely converted 1864 church turned luxury vineyard fully self-contained retreat with a quiet, romantic vibe amid Barossa vines. The Kirche at Charles Melton (pictured) offers you beautifully restored interiors, a fully equipped kitchen, a cosy lounge with wood fire, and vineyard views, underfloor heating in the bathroom, split-system air-conditioning, plus gourmet breakfasts and a welcome bottle of Charles Melton wine. It has 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, laundry, living/dining areas, wood fire, outdoor BBQ and includes hot and cold gourmet breakfast provision. Charles Melton Wines is 1 minute's walk away, Rockford Wines is 7 minutes walk, and Corryton Burge is 16 minutes walk while St Hugo and Jacob's Creek are 6 minutes drive away.
Pirathon Country Estate
Book accommodation in the original boutique Pirathon Country Estate homestead (pictured), which comprises 5 stylish king-size suites set within 5 acres with manicured gardens, or in the 2 self-contained 1-2 bedroom apartments, each with sofa beds. You'll be supplied with continental breakfast provision. The split-level communal Barn features a TV, pool table, BBQ space. fully equipped guest kitchen area, garden lounges, combustion wood fire and reverse-cycle air-conditioning to cover all weather contingencies. Pirathon Country Estate is just 3 minutes drive each to Chateau Tanunda, Tanunda's restaurants and cafes, and Turkey Flat Vineyards.
The Lodge At Seppeltsfield
This charming heritage guest house is just a short walk from the famous Seppeltsfield Estate. The Lodge at Seppeltsfield (pictured) feels like a country retreat with intimate lounges, gardens and pool, daily cooked breakfasts and easy access to winery tours and historic vineyards. There are 4 suites (each king or twin) for up to 8 guests or you can book the whole house to accommodate up to 12 guests. Enjoy a sleep-in with blackout curtains and a daily cooked breakfast with seasonal ingredients. Common lounges, gardens and pool; adjacent to winery cellar door and fine dining nearby on estate. The Lodge at Seppeltsfield is 5 minutes walk to Seppeltsfield Wine and its many on-site businesses, and 13 minutes walk to Hentley Farm.
The Lyndoch Motel
Choose the retro 1960s acommodation property, The Lyndoch Motel (pictured) for a fun Barossa stay with a difference. Offering 23 queen, 2 double queen rooms, 9 twin-bed rooms, 1 King-size room, 2 Family rooms for four guests each, The Lyndoch Motel has a relaxed, family-friendly feel, set among 25 acres of gardens, including an incredible rose garden with over 30,000 roses, perfect for weddings. Its facilities include a large outdoor pool, outdoor BBQ areas and an on-site Italian restaurant, Edo Cucina. It has 3 function spaces including conference facilities, making it ideal for a smaller, special event. It is adjacent to the Barossa Chateau cafe and gift shop, 7 minutes walk to Barossa Shiraz Estate, 9 minutes walk to Kies Family Wines, and 11 minutes walk to Burge Family Winemakers and Cimicky Wines.
Barossa House
Book your elegant, hosted Barossa House (pictured) bed-and-breakfast accommodation in a stately 1920s residence with personal service and charming communal lounges. Its rooms are tastefully appointed, and breakfasts and afternoon tea are highlights, making it feel like a welcoming country home that happens to be close to wineries and cafes. Choose from the Garden Room (facing the front garden), Photinia Room (a north-facing room looking onto the hedge), Eucalyptus King Suite (at the rear of Barossa House with its own entrance) and the Jacarandah King Suites (situated upstairs for extra privacy). traditionally a B&B style (approx. 2 guests per room). It is 6 minutes walk to Chateau Dorrien Winery, 15 minutes walk to Hewitson Winery and Artisans of Barossa, and 4 minutes drive to Maggie Beer's Farm Shop and the Nuriootpa shops and restaurants.
Jacob's Creek Retreat
Jacob's Creek Retreat (pictured) comprises several historic 1840s stone buildings which - a little confusingly despite the name, are not sited on, nor have any connection to the famous Jacob's Creek vineyard - have been transformed into stylish vineyard accommodation tucked among lush gardens and an inviting pool. There are 7 suites available in 4 room types: the Cedar Suite with king bed and sunken spa bath; the Fuschia Suite in the oldest building with a king bed; 2 Courtbarn Lofts with upstairs bedrooms and downstairs sitting rooms and verandahs; and the Orchard Room, styled as the Honeymoon Suite with a 4-poster king bed, sitting and dining area, and private courtyard. Jacob's Creek Retreat is adjacent to Moorooroo Vineyards, and 6 minutes drive each to St Hugo, Jacob's Creek and Pernod Ricard Winemakers,
Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
The largest of the accommodation options in the Barossa, the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort (pictured) is ideal whether you're a couple planning a private romantic getaway, a large family gathering, a wedding, a staff retreat or multi-day conference. The 140-room resort has standard rooms, studio rooms and some 1- and 2-bed apartments, however the latter feature a kitchenette for basic cooking, not a fully equipped kitchen. On-site is The Cellar Kitchen restaurant, Endota Day Spa facilities, bars, pool, tennis and golf course access. The Novotel Barossa Valley Resort is 7 minutes drive each to Jacob's Creek, St Hugo, Rockford Wines and Kellermeister, and 10 minutes drive to the Tanunda shops and restaurants.
Mercure Barossa Valley
Previously the Barossa Weintal, the Mercure Barossa Valley (pictured) is a contemporary hotel in Tanunda with modern rooms and a welcoming bar/restaurant onsite. It has 50 rooms (Deluxe, Superior and One- and Two-Bedroom Apartments) with king-sized beds, kitchenettes and private balconies as well as pet-friendly rooms. Eat at the Angus & Co steakhouse restaurant with its weekly specials (eg Wednesday Schnitzel and Thursday Pizza nights) and enjoy a drink at its bar, and dedicated wine room. Its Champagne Room can accommodate up to 250 guests for a cocktail event, the Functions Centre is designed for up to 100 guests while the smaller Galerie is ideal for up to 60 guests. Mercure Barossa Valley is 2-3 minutes drive to the Tanunda shops and restaurants, Peter Lehmann Wines and Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, and 4 minutes drive to the Barossa Cellar and Chateau Tanunda.
The Louise
Part of the high-end, luxury Baillie Lodges 19-strong group (which includes Capella Lodge on Lord Howe Island, Silky Oak Lodge in the Daintree, Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island), The Louise is Barossa’s premier luxury lodge. It offers 15 exclusive, king-size villa suites as extraordinary accommodation for the sophisticated traveller. Expect impeccable design, an excellent on-site fine dining Appellation restaurant, bar, pool, fitness centre, vineyard views and concierge experiences. The Louise is 5 minutes walk to Tscharke Wines and Heritage Wines, 27 minutes walk to Torbreck and Whistler Wines, and 31 minutes walk to Hayes Family Wines.
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