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Thistle Hill Guest House

3.5 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools, near IronBark Hill Brewhouse

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Property entrance
Front of property
Interior
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Winery
  • Restaurant
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room childcare
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Communal living room
  • Conference space
  • Picnic area

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private pool
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
  • 280 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 25
  • 7 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Cottage

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Vineyard view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 46
  • 14 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
591 Hermitage Road, Pokolbin, NSW, 2320

What's nearby

  • White Barn Pokolbin - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Roche Estate - 11 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 12 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • The Vintage Golf Club - 20 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 55 min drive
  • Branxton Station - 12 min drive
  • Singleton Station - 18 min drive
  • Greta Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huntlee Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Amanda's on the Edge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Leogate Estate Wines - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Thistle Hill Guest House

Thistle Hill Guest House features a winery and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Hunter Valley Gardens. After splashing around at one of the 2 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. A terrace, a garden, and a bike shuttle are other highlights.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 12 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Off-lead area available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Gas grills
  • Private picnics

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Private winery tours
  • Winery release events
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bike shuttle
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (646 square feet)

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bike shuttle
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Virtual front desk
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1998
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Communal living room
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Vineyard
  • Winery on site
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Private pool
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker
  • Highchair

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 25 and December 26.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for AUD 75.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 50 per pet, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse Pokolbin
Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse
Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin
Thistle Hill House Pokolbin
Thistle Hill Pokolbin
Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin
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Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse Pokolbin

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistle Hill Guest House currently open?
The property is closed between December 25 and December 26.
Does Thistle Hill Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thistle Hill Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Thistle Hill Guest House?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have 24-hour pool access.
Are pets allowed at Thistle Hill Guest House?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 26 lbs per pet. There's a charge of AUD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas are available.
Is parking offered on site at Thistle Hill Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thistle Hill Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Express check-out is available.
What is there to do at Thistle Hill Guest House and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and horseback riding. Additional recreation onsite includes helicopter/airplane tours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include a winery and private pools. Thistle Hill Guest House also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Thistle Hill Guest House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Thistle Hill Guest House have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private pool, a furnished balcony or patio, and a yard.
What's the area around Thistle Hill Guest House like?
Thistle Hill Guest House is a short 14-minute walk from Piggs Peake Winery and 18 minutes' walk from Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove.

Thistle Hill Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9,8/10

Cleanliness

9,8/10

Staff & service

9,8/10

Amenities

9,8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great position
Lovely position for exploring the Hunter Valley
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Romantic
Beautiful property. Will consider staying there again when I visit the area.
Diorne, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Louise, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hunter Valley stay at Thistle Hill
Great spot to explore the Hunter Valley from. Beautiful grounds, great area to relax by the pool. Breakfast on site would have been fantastic or a breakfast basket in the room but other than that a perfect spot for a short break with our dog.
Tracey, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful spot!
Our stay at Thistle Hill Guest House was incredible - it’s such a beautiful property, and we were upgraded, which was such an amazing and very special surprise. We were blown away. We’d highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!
Andrea, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a delightful stay. The room was lovely with many extras and the breakfast was great. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend staying here. Would definitely book again. Highly recommended
Carolina, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Brendan, 3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place to stay, with great service. Would definitely stay there again.
Dean, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

John & Jan are fantastic hosts at this beautiful property, where nature and accommodation combine to provide a stay you won’t forget. Would definitely stay again. Maree & John.
Maree, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Adrian, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All the small touches and attention to detail made this a most marvellous and enjoyable stay. Would recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy a weekend at the Vineyards. Beautiful rooms, super quiet and well maintained overall. Great fire pit area also. We give it a 10/10.
Vanessa, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is just beautiful
Michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We want to thank jo and jo for there assistance, the place and service and location was ten out of ten. We will be heading back there soon Thanks thistle 😊
Nathan, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Very pleasant stay lovely property and it is well maintained . Owner Jo meant us on arrival and made us feel very welcome .
Anita, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great welcome. Breakfast very nice and personalised
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Darren, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, quiet and quaint property. Would recommend and stay again.
Katy, 2-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning!
Stunning place to stay, we love every minute we were there. Would definitely recommend.
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly owner and beautiful garden setting. Very convenient spot to go around hunter Valley.
Eunkyung, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The stay itself was amazing however a slight misunderstanding with our booking. My stay was booked for the 18th of March to the 20th however Jo had it in her calendar for the 19th. We were still given a room however not the one we paid for Jo was very apologetic. The room we were given on the 19th was beautiful and lots of nice touches. Freshly baked biscuits, a cheese platter and wine.
MARIA, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very enjoyable setting, great location and friendly attentive hosts.
Mark, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Keith, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thistle Hill is set back from the road, and so peaceful. The owners Jo and John are genuinely friendly people. There was complimentary wine and cheese in the room, plus they brought a bottle of bubbly around as it was my birthday. The rooms were quiet and comfortable. Breakfast was included, and the perfect start to the day. The grounds were picturesque, and the pool refreshing. An absolute delight to stay there.
Virginia, 2-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely gateway
It was home away from home. Jo and the team were really accommodating and lovely. They go above and beyond to ensure that we had an amazing time.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review