Things to do
WINE TASTING
Pokolbin & Rothbury Wineries
With over 80 wineries in the area, there are so many choices of vineyards to visit and taste the locally produced wines. Click here for a Map of Lower Hunter Valley Wineries.
Majority of the wineries are open daily between the hours of 9am/10am to 5pm. Some wineries also conduct winery tour.
Click on the link above to see all the wineries in our area including our own cellar door at the Kelman Vineyard.
With over 80 wineries in the area, there are so many choices of vineyards to visit and taste the locally produced wines. Click here for a Map of Lower Hunter Valley Wineries.Majority of the wineries are open daily between the hours of 9am/10am to 5pm. Some wineries also conduct winery tour.
Click on the link above to see all the wineries in our area including our own cellar door at the Kelman Vineyard.
RESTAURANTS
Mojo's - 20 minutes drive - owner Chefs - 4930 7244
Cracked Pepper - 20 minutes drive - owner Chef - 4998 7076
The Cellar Restaurant - 15 minutes drive - owner Chef - 4998 7584
Leaves & Fishes - 20 minutes drive - owner Chef - 4930 7400
Tatlers - 15 minutes drive - fabulous TAPAS - 4930 9139
Blaxlands - 15 minutes drive - casual & generous food - 4998 7550
Amanda's
With magnificent Panoramic views from every table, Amanda's On The Edge stands on top of a hill offering sweeping views of our family vineyard and surrounding countryside. Dine alfresco in the warmer months or in winter get cozy by the fire.
Cracked Pepper - 20 minutes drive - owner Chef - 4998 7076
The Cellar Restaurant - 15 minutes drive - owner Chef - 4998 7584
Leaves & Fishes - 20 minutes drive - owner Chef - 4930 7400
Tatlers - 15 minutes drive - fabulous TAPAS - 4930 9139
Blaxlands - 15 minutes drive - casual & generous food - 4998 7550
Amanda's
With magnificent Panoramic views from every table, Amanda's On The Edge stands on top of a hill offering sweeping views of our family vineyard and surrounding countryside. Dine alfresco in the warmer months or in winter get cozy by the fire.
TOURS
Two Fat Blokes
Nobody knows the Hunter better - let the "Two fat blokes" show you around wine country.
(click image for more details in pdf format).
Nobody knows the Hunter better - let the "Two fat blokes" show you around wine country.(click image for more details in pdf format).
HOT AIR BALLOONING
Balloon Aloft Australia
Enjoy a Sunrise Flight over the Hunter Valley; celebrate the experience with a champagne toast and hearty country breakfast. Come fly with Australia's oldest, most experienced ballooning company. Take off at dawn and witness the sunrise as you float gently over the picturesque hunter valley.
Enjoy a Sunrise Flight over the Hunter Valley; celebrate the experience with a champagne toast and hearty country breakfast. Come fly with Australia's oldest, most experienced ballooning company. Take off at dawn and witness the sunrise as you float gently over the picturesque hunter valley.
BIKE HIRE
Hunter Valley Cycling
All new bikes. Mountain bikes, 24 speed front suspension. Tandem Mountain Bike with 24 speed. Delivery to accommodation for full day hire. Group rates available.
All new bikes. Mountain bikes, 24 speed front suspension. Tandem Mountain Bike with 24 speed. Delivery to accommodation for full day hire. Group rates available.
GOLF
Cypress Lakes Resort
18 hole champion golf course ranked amongst the top resort courses in Australia. Front nine is tree lined; back nine is a links style. Over 60 huge bunkers and elevated greens.
18 hole champion golf course ranked amongst the top resort courses in Australia. Front nine is tree lined; back nine is a links style. Over 60 huge bunkers and elevated greens.
The Vintage Golf Club
The Vintage Golf Club is currently the closest Greg Norman-designed golf course to Sydney, only two hours drive north of the CBD. The Vintage is open to the public with bookings available 7 days a week. To book your game at this sensational golf course email golf@thevintage.com.au or phone (02) 4998 6789
The Vintage Golf Club is currently the closest Greg Norman-designed golf course to Sydney, only two hours drive north of the CBD. The Vintage is open to the public with bookings available 7 days a week. To book your game at this sensational golf course email golf@thevintage.com.au or phone (02) 4998 6789
HORSE RIDING & WHISPERING
Hunter Valley Hill Top Country Horse Riding
Enjoy a horse ride at Hilltop Horse Riding,horse ride duration is of 1-1 1/2 hrs.Why not join the 4WD night wildlife tour and see our native animals feeding.Wildlife Tour - $16.50/adult,$8.00/child canoeing & mountain bikes avail.
Enjoy a horse ride at Hilltop Horse Riding,horse ride duration is of 1-1 1/2 hrs.Why not join the 4WD night wildlife tour and see our native animals feeding.Wildlife Tour - $16.50/adult,$8.00/child canoeing & mountain bikes avail.
SKYDIVING
Newcastle Sport Parachute Club
Tandem skydiving. Accelerated free fall courses to obtain skydiving license. Skydiving $297, Video $77, & Stills $33.
Tandem skydiving. Accelerated free fall courses to obtain skydiving license. Skydiving $297, Video $77, & Stills $33.