May 3, 2019
Pet Friendly Hunter Valley
Take your pet for a weekend in wine country.
Located around 3 hours north of Sydney, it is home to more than 120 wineries, gourmet restaurants, spa retreats and concerts in the vineyards, some which welcome pets.
Looking for dog-friendly wineries in the Hunter Valley?
Vacy Hunter Valley Lodge
This small dog-friendly motel in the Hunter Valley has 8 pet-friendly rooms available with a big, grassed rear area to exercise. There’s even a dog-friendly pub next door and access to walking trails and a river. It’s the perfect overnight or longer stay with dogs in a beautiful scenic area.
802 Gresford Road, Vacy 2421
T 0499 344 475
www.vhvlodge.com
Estate Tuscany
This boutique property just happens to be pet-friendly, but please advise on booking that you will be bringing a four-legged friend pet prior to arrival. A 4-star property with 38 rooms and 2 styles of accommodation to choose from. Guests will enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, in-house massage, tennis, and of course wine tasting.
Corner of Hermitage Road & Mistletoe Lane, Pokolbin 2320
T 02 4998 7288
voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley
This luxury hotel is set on 28 hectares of gardens and provides guests with great amenities such as an indoor pool, sauna, tennis court, fitness centre, and free bike hire.
336 Oakey Creek Rd, Pokolbin 2320
T 02 4998 7680
Valley View Cottage, Hunter Valley
This lovely country cottage sleeps up to 8 guests, has 6 acres of grounds, lovely gardens which attract birds, and great views across the Hunter Valley Wine Country. We have regular guests stay with their family dogs and cats who are allowed inside with their own bedding. The house is well equipped and attractively presented with excellent outdoor living spaces to maximise the rural setting. Contact for more information.
Pokolbin, Hunter Valley
M 0418 262990
https://www.valleyviewcottage.com.au/
Claremont Cottage
This 4-bedroom vineyard cottage is adjacent to ‘Thirsty Pallette’ cellar door and art studio. Accommodation consists of 2 queen bedrooms and 2 twin single bedrooms plus 2 bathrooms, accommodating for up to 8 guests. You will enjoy lounging by the pool overlooking the Brokenback Ranges and Watagan Mountains. The cottage has a fully fenced rear yard with a comfortable kennel for your best mate.
247 Wilderness Road, Lovedale 2325
M 0400 356-867
https://www.thirstypalettewine.com/
Deja Vu Estate
Bring your pet to this tranquil villa style accommodation. Set on 35 acres of bushland, each villa has been located to give complete privacy and caters only for a couple. Guests will love the attention to detail and personal touches!
Call ahead first if bringing animals. From $349 per night.
274 Old N Rd, Pokolbin 2320
T 02 6574 7178
‘Tara-Lee’
Located in Cessnock, this 3-bedroom property with 2 bathrooms is pet-friendly and has a fully fenced yard, two kennels, water bowls, and food supplied. There is a large swimming pool with water fountains, free Wi-Fi, original timber flooring, high timber ceilings, an open fireplace, original wood-fuel kitchen stove, modern kitchen appliances, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Guests will be greeted with a complimentary bottle of local wine and chocolates on arrival. From $530 per night.
Sascha’s Retreat
This beautiful 3-bedroom restored cottage in Pokolbin with modern conveniences is pet-friendly. It’s a perfect escape for family and friends, wedding and reunions, and has a private 6 hole range golf course, damns for yabbies and perch, swings for the kids. The pool and entertainment area are perfect for sunset drinks. From $483 per night.
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