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

Villa Janji

Villa Janji is a romantic, Balinese themed retreat set in tropical gardens on a hillside in beautiful Lovedale commanding views across the Hunter Valley to the Brokenback Ranges. The prefect place to take that special person for any occasion in…

Adina Vineyard

Adina Vineyard accommodation is equipped with all the comforts of home and is affordable; it is family-friendly and suitable for couples or groups. Facilities include wifi, gas-log fires for winter warmth, reverse cycled air conditioning, a pool, laundry, and a…

Hannah’s Place

Hannah’s Place is located in picturesque Lovedale, Hunter Valley wine region, close to first-class golf courses, wineries and restaurants as well as Balloons Aloft, Binorie Dairy and Hunter Trikes. With 3 queen bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, loungeroom and a fully appointed…

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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…

Binet Family Wines

Over 30 years in the making, Binet Family Wines in Lovedale, is the realisation of a young boy’s dream and is the family label of winemaker Daniel Binet. The range of wines made by Domaine de Binet include: Semillon, Semillon/…

Adina Vineyard

Adina Vineyard. Visit this Lovedale cellar door for wine and olive product tastings. The Hunter Valley is famous for Semillon and Shiraz wines; at Adina there is much more. Come on in and taste the more contemporary wine varieties of Pinot…

Saltire Estate

Chill out to lo-fi beats while you watch the kangaroos bounce by and enjoy your choice of tasting – we offer wine tasting, premium wine tasting and also wine paired with cheese or spirits! During your visit, discover our boutique…

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….

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…

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Places to Eat

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…

Redsalt

Redsalt is Rydges Resort Hunter Valley’s signature restaurant. With a newly refreshed menu, Redsalt is famous for its premium grills served with the region’s freshest produce and an extensive list of wines sourced both locally and internationally. Our open kitchen…

Lucky Duck 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…

The Deck Cafe

The Deck Cafe, located at Gartelmann Wines in Lovedale Hunter Valley, is a restaurant-style cafe serving delicious breakfasts and a Modern Australian Tapas style menu by lunch. It is open for breakfast and lunch 7 days a week. The cafe…

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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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