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

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…

Talga Estate

With stunning views to the Brokenback range, your beautiful self-contained unit on a 25 acre vineyard offers modern design and country charm in a truly picturesque environment. At Talga Estate, the bedrooms make the difference: each has a King-size latex…

Rothbury Escape

Hosts Christine and John welcome you to Rothbury Escape’s accommodation in the heart of Lovedale. Rothbury Escape has spacious air-conditioned ensuited rooms all with a private patio. Fully equipped kitchen, lounge, dining BBQ facilities, a log fire, with spectacular views…

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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…

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…

St Clement’s Estate

St Clements of Red Hill is a relatively new vineyard located in one of the worlds best wine producing areas, the Hunter Valley. The first wine from the estate to be bottled was a Semillion which was bottled in May…

deCapel 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…

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…

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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…

Lillino’s Bar and Trattoria

Located at the St Clements Estate, Lillino’s Bar & Trattoria offers traditional Italian food with Sardinian/Mediterranean influence, complemented by award winning estate grown wines. The restaurant boasts one of the best views of the Hunter Valley and Broken Back Range….

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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