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The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Outdoor dining
Microwave, oven, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace

Enjoy the grand country style that awaits you at The Ballabourneen Estate. This sprawling country estate is the perfect Hunter Valley retreat offering spacious accommodation for up to 13 guests. Consisting of the main 4 bedroom homestead and adjacent 2 bedroom cottage, guests at The Ballabourneen can share time together or steal away with a good book to a quiet space inside or out. The estate is peacefully situated in a quiet cul-de-sac yet is just a short drive to some lovely restaurants and cellar doors; the closest of these being Lillino's at St Clements Estate, Leaves and Fishes and Gartelmann Wines to name a few.

Unwind at The Ballabourneen Estate with the following bedding configuration:

Homestead

Bedroom 1 King bed with ensuite

Bedroom 2 Twin share (king single beds)

Bedroom 3 King bed or twin share

Bedroom 4 Queen bed

Cottage

Bedroom 1 Queen bed

Bedroom 2 Queen bed

King single rollaway bed - upon request

Youll be inspired to cook up a storm in the fabulous kitchen, which features a walk in cool room and scullery. Grab your friends and enjoy your chefs creation in one of the alfresco dining areas or take a seat at the more formal dining table. Each season comes into its own at The Ballabourneen, where you can enjoy the fabulous infinity pool in the warmer months or for a winter time stay the huge stone fireplace is a favourite spot to get comfy with a good glass of local red. This wonderful estate is sure to become the retreat you will visit time and again.

The minimum booking rate is based on up to 10 guests.

Additional guests beyond 10 are charged at a per person, per night rate. Please enter your guest numbers to obtain accurate pricing for your group.

Looking for something smaller? The Ballabourneen House sleeps up to 8 guests and may be the perfect choice! To view property details, just CLICK HERE.

Property manager

Unwind Hunter Valley

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property registration number 2325,+PID-STRA-20253

Property is also known as

AU-2903-listing-39
The Ballabourneen Estate A Classic Hunter Estate

About the area

Map
LOVEDALE, New South Wales

What's nearby

  • Hunter Valley Golf Club - 17 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Roche Estate - 19 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 22 min drive - 22.0 km
  • The Vintage Golf Club - 24 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • Greta Station - 13 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huntlee Tavern - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Royal Federal Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Amanda's on the Edge - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪The Deck Cafe at Gartelmann - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace located?

Situated in Lovedale, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Wandin Estate Winery, Gartelmann Wines and Allandale Winery. Hunter Valley Golf Club and Aerohunter are also within 12 miles (20 km).

The Ballabourneen Estate - Grand Hunter Valley estate - 6 bedrooms, infinity pool and open fireplace Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
great weekend
one of the greatest weekend stays we have ever had
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Filippa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mrs FG
A stunning home, the photos do not do the property justice. Spacious, clean & picturesque views. Highly recommend this home. We had a magical stay in the Hunter
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Property
We could not have had a better time here! The property is huge and very well equipped, all bedrooms a great size. The land is huge and it was incredible to see kangaroos every morning. The check in/out process was really smooth and the location was great! Great for a big group of friends or a family holiday- will absolutely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Epic Milestone Birthday in Perfect Surroundings!
What an amazing country venue for a large group! So much space - lots of areas so you can be together or find a nook and chill. Super clean interior - rooms airy and beds comfy. Kitchen was amazing - butlers pantry and cool room make it a chefs delight. The property surrounded by lavender and vine roses, kangaroos lounging nearby, seats down by the pond - just idyllic! We loved the separate cottage where us younger ones had our own space to chill. Literally could not have found a better location - it made the trip even more memorable. Thanks to Unwind who were super helpful with date changes and special requests. Would highly recommend this venue!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danella S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Beautiful weekend spent celebrating my sisters hens weekend. The location was just beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
We booked to stay for my partners birthday with family and friends. We booked the main house and cottage for the weekend. The main house and facilities were beautiful with great facilities and a great country feel. Unfortunately the cottage had no water for the entire duration of our stay due to a pump issue. We weren't informed of this prior to arrival, it was discovered in the evening. This meant two couples on our trip had no showers or running water to even flush the toilet. The air-conditioner in the cottage also wasn't working effectively which meant it was quite cold inside. We contacted the manager of the property who dropped off two oil heaters and attempted top fix the water issue on the Saturday afternoon. However, this did not work, which meant another night with no water in the cottage accommodation for guests. After making email contact once we returned to discuss the issues, I received a reply that someone had tried to ring me but I failed to answer. This is incorrect. After double checking the number on my Stayz profile and having included my mobile number on the original email I sent I again made email contact. Almost 3 weeks later and I have heard nothing. Considering the money I paid for the accommodation I suggested good PR might be a partial refund or another weekend away to compensate for the issues with the cottage. It was extremely disappointing that these issues detracted from what should have been a fantastic weekend away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb experience
For 12 friends catching up in wine country after a couple of years of rolling lockdowns in Victoria, Ballabourneen was a simply fantastic place to do it. The property is grand, expansive and beautifully presented, with the grounds picturesque. Our stay was comfortable and relaxing - just a perfect place to either congregate and have fun, or find a quiet space and re-energise. The pool and bocce pitch we’re simply fantastic. Thanks for the memories !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maurice W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful stay. The house was better than the pictures
Our whole family enjoyed the holiday there and want t com back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Decadent
Thank you for a fantastic weekend. What an amazing property with everything you need. The infinity pool is such a luxury, gorgeous views and super convenient location for wineries. Perfect for families and kids
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christie R., Koolewong

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
Wonderful property, the grounds are gorgeous and the pool was superb. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and perfect location.
My friends and I really enjoyed our stay. It’s a beautiful property with a lot of space. It felt like a home away from home but also had the holiday feel to it. Very relaxing weekend. Will definitely come again.

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Ballabourneen!
House and cottage were both great. The house has heaps of space inside and lots of different outside areas all of which could accomodate the 13 of us which was fabulous! The weather was perfect so we spent most of our time outside playing Boccee in its own little Boccee area and cricket in the huge lawn area between the cottage and the dam. (Lots of kangaroos to see here also) Some of the group swam in the pool which they also loved. The kitchen is huge and well equipped and we were spoiled for choice as to which dining area to use. The screened in area worked well for us as it was adjacent to the kitchen and lawn area for the kids. We didn’t get to use the huge fire place as the weather was too warm but loved the amazing timber surrounds and the timber beam in the lounge room(would loved to know it’s history) A wonderful family gathering in your fabulous home, thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and plenty of space for all!
We had a lovely 2 night stay at this gorgeous property. Very relaxing and there was plenty of space for everyone to enjoy with a beautiful outlook. Loved the kangaroos visiting in the morning. The property has everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ivka C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
A great property for a large group - beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019