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THINGS TO DO
Famous for rolling vineyards, acclaimed family-owned wineries and the fabulous Long Lunch, Lovedale is a Hunter Valley gem. Perfect for a weekend escape or romantic getaway, you’ll also find wonderful adventure, from horse riding to hot air ballooning, in the heart of Australia’s oldest wine region.
Outdoors
BBQ
Outdoor setting
Outdoor fire pit (not to be used in Summer period)
Wineries & Cellar Doors
The wine grapes grown in Lovedale range from the local classics of semillon, chardonnay and shiraz, to exciting alternative varieties such as barbera and tempranillo. You can visit the cellar doors yourself or take a wine tour with a difference on a three-wheeled motorbike with Hunter Trikes.
You’ll find distinguished and award-winning varietals at leading vineyards such Allandale Winery, Capercaillie Wines and Wandin Valley Estate, which also offer accommodation in self-contained Tuscan style villas. At Domaine de Binet vineyard and winery, try their boutique range of alternative varieties and blends.
Local Produce
For mouth-watering smoked and cured meats, visit Lovedale Smokehouse Gourmet Pantry, which has a cafe and courtyard with sweeping vineyard views. The Major Lanes Cooking School specialises in Asian cookery. Lovers of chocolate will also find tempting treats at the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company.
The deliciously popular Lovedale Long Lunch is a two-day festival in May, serving gourmet wonders from some of the region’s finest vineyards, including Gartelmann Wines, Saltire Estate, Emma’s Cottage, Sandalyn and Tatler. There is also plenty of local entertainment for a memorable weekend of foodie fun.
Get Adventurous
Take your morning to new heights by watching a glorious sunrise in a hot air balloon high above the vineyards with Beyond Ballooning. Hunter Valley Horse Riding and Adventures also offer trail rides for beginners and advanced riders, with spectacular views of rolling wine country from the Molly Morgan Range.
1. Audrey Wilkinson Winery 10.2 km
2. Mistletoe Wines 12.2 km
3. Bimbadeen Lookout 13.1 km
4. Gartelmann Wines 2.3 km
5. Hunter Valley Golf & Country Club 3.2 km
6. Hungerford Hill 3.7 km
7. Hunter Valley Zoo 3.8 km
8. Moorebank Vineyard 4.7 km
9. Potters Brewery 5.5 km
10. Tower Estate 5.6 km
11. PepperTree Wines 5.9 km
12. Bimbadgen Estate 5.9 km