Welcome to Lovedale
the Heart of the Hunter Valley

Discover Lovedale, the beautiful heart of the world famous Hunter Valley Wine Region. Centrally located right next to Pokolbin, Lovedale Hunter Valley offers a diverse range of accommodation, high quality yet boutique cellar doors, world-class restaurants and a fabulous selection of activities from golf and hot air ballooning to horse riding that allow you to experience the Hunter Valley in whichever way suits you.

Lovedale is renowned for the warmth and friendliness of the people and is home to the famous Lovedale Long Lunch.

Where to Stay

Midnight’s Promise

Designed for small groups who want luxury, spaciousness and seclusion, beautiful Midnight’s Promise Estate has everything you need for your wine country retreat in Lovedale. Located in the foothills of Lovedale, Midnight’s Promise Estate offers luxury self-contained accommodation set in…

Rydges Resort Hunter Valley

Indulge in the world famous Hunter Valley wine region and discover a haven of picturesque vineyards and abundant wildlife. Ideally located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, just over two hours north of Sydney, Rydges Resort Hunter Valley offers…

Tatler Wines

If you are after a place to relax in the Hunter Valley, why not stay the night in the peaceful surroundings of the Tatler vineyard. Choose from our contemporary Loft Apartment or the 6 bedroom Tatler Lodge. With the stunning…

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In Lovedale, you will find that the cellar doors and accommodation are smaller and boutique-styled, each with their own character. Smaller in nature, but still high in standards the local Lovedale business enable you to meet their owners and enjoy a more personalised experience.

Wanting to find you way? Lovedale, Hunter Valley is just 2 hours from Sydney and 45 minutes from Newcastle airport. Follow the signs to Lovedale via the Hunter Expressway, take the Lovedale Road exit straight onto the centre of Lovedale and the heart of Wine Country. We look forward to welcoming you!

Wineries to Visit

Emma’s Cottage Vineyard

Established in 1989, Emma’s Cottage Vineyard is a family owned boutique vineyards in the Hunter Valley. The wines are produced using premium handpicked grapes from 2 ½ hectares of vines, nurtured at every step from soil to cellar door. Emma’s…

Capercaillie Wines

Capercaillie Wines was established in the Hunter Valley by Alasdair Sutherland in late 1995 when he built a small, modern winery on an excellent 20 year old vineyard. Alasdair was a Scot, his heritage is reflected in the very name…

Wandin

Visit this highly regarded Hunter Valley cellar door for a comprehensive tasting of a wide range of wines. The cellar door is housed in the original Wandin winery still complete with gangways and plumbing. The friendly and knowledgeable cellar door…

De Bortoli Hunter Valley

The De Bortoli winery in Lovedale is at the gateway to the Hunter on Wine Country Drive directly opposite Broke Road, Lovedale. The 34-hectare property includes an on site winery and barrel where the 100% estate grown fruit is processed….

Stomp! Wines

Stomp! Wines is a family owned and operated boutique wine company. At Stomp! Wines, they stomp to the sound of a different drum. Their two stunning contemporary brands, stomp! and Pssst ‘n’ Broke, say it all – relaxed, casual, maybe…

de Capel Wines

DeCapel Wines is a boutique, family-run vineyard producing Hunter Valley classic varieties – Semillon, Shiraz and Chardonnay – plus this year the addition of a Rose to our range of wines. Originally hand planted in 2008, we are now enjoying…

Gartelmann Wines

Producing fine, handcrafted wines with grapes sourced from the Mudgee, Rylstone, Lower and Upper Hunter regions of NSW, Gartelmann is a true family owned and operated winery. Founded by Jorg and Jan Gartelmann in 1996, both Jan and Jorg can…

Midnight’s Promise

Designed for small groups who want luxury, spaciousness and seclusion, beautiful Midnight’s Promise Estate has everything you need for your wine country retreat in Lovedale. Located in the foothills of Lovedale, Midnight’s Promise Estate offers luxury self-contained accommodation set in…

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Places to Eat

Courtyard Eclectic at Tatler Wines

Lovedale’s wineries, cafes and restaurants are up there with the best in the entire Hunter Valley region, making any visitor absolutely spoiled for choice. Courtyard Eclectio is the newest restaurant to raise the food bar in Lovedale, having opened at…

Lovedale Bar + Grill

For a casual meal in NSW Wine Country,  Lovedale Bar + Grill is Rydges Resort Hunter Valley’s popular and versatile dining space with wide appeal. Lovedale Bar + Grill is located on the ground floor by the pool and next…

Jimmy Joans

Jimmy Joans, a place to eat, drink, relax and celebrate! Serving coffee and a light breakfast until 11am with cocktails, beer on tap and a substantial all day dining menu from 11am – 8.30pm, no need to make a reservation….

Binnorie Dairy

Set right in the middle of the Hunter Valley, Binnorie Dairy produces a range of cheeses with distinctive characters unavailable outside the region. One of the ways this is achieved is by using only locally sourced milk. “In the same…

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What's On

Lovedale Long Lunch 2024

The Lovedale Long Lunch is a progressive-style lunch inviting guests to experience what Lovedale has to offer as a part of the beautiful Hunter Valley. Always on the third weekend of May, food and wine lovers from all over gear…

Lucky Duck Restaurant at Leaves & Fishes

Set on the water at Leaves & Fishes, Lucky Duck is the perfect place for a quick bite or to settle in for an afternoon. A new popup dining experience with the intention to be here for a good time…

Upcoming Events to Enjoy in the Hunter Valley

From music to wine, dining to fun for the whole family, the Hunter Valley is full of exciting events for you to enjoy our beautiful Lovedale. Always have an overview on what’s on in the Hunter Valley with information on…

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