Château Élan at The Vintage
Find the true meaning of tranquillity with a stay at Château Élan at The Vintage, a European-inspired retreat set in the picturesque rolling hills of the Hunter Valley, New South Wales’ premier wine region. This estate is a little piece of Tuscany, with rooms designed to take full advantage of the verdant greenery of the valley and The Vintage Golf Course. Situated on an idyllic 100 acres, this property is a romantic rendezvous within two hours of Sydney, or just a one-hour drive from Newcastle Airport.
Surrounded by vineyards and meandering cellar door wine trails, and home to an elegant restaurant overlooking the fairways, Château Élan at The Vintage is ideal for those seeking luxurious gourmet experiences. Relish the delights of seasonal local produce at Legends Restaurant or dine alfresco at Spike Bar. Practise your swing at the hotel’s award-winning 18-hole golf course designed by Greg Norman, or watch the world go by at the 25-metre lap pool. If you’d rather unwind, the offerings at Château Élan Day Spa are sure to help with relaxation, rejuvenation and recuperation.
Find the true meaning of tranquillity with a stay at Château Élan at The Vintage, a European-inspired retreat set in the picturesque rolling hills of the Hunter Valley, New South Wales’ premier wine region. This estate is a little piece of Tuscany, with rooms designed to take full advantage of the verdant greenery of the valley and The Vintage Golf Course. Situated on an idyllic 100 acres, this property is a romantic rendezvous within two hours of Sydney, or just a one-hour drive from Newcastle Airport.
Surrounded by vineyards and meandering cellar door wine trails, and home to an elegant restaurant overlooking the fairways, Château Élan at The Vintage is ideal for those seeking luxurious gourmet experiences. Relish the delights of seasonal local produce at Legends Restaurant or dine alfresco at Spike Bar. Practise your swing at the hotel’s award-winning 18-hole golf course designed by Greg Norman, or watch the world go by at the 25-metre lap pool. If you’d rather unwind, the offerings at Château Élan Day Spa are sure to help with relaxation, rejuvenation and recuperation.
Suite Upgrade: Upgrade to a Spa Suite and whisk someone special away on a romantic escape to remember. Reserved exclusively for guests aged 18+, each suite is carefully tailored for relaxation and rejuvenation, and features an open, plinth-mounted spa bath and plush king bed.
Spa Treatment Upgrade: Select a Spa Treatment Upgrade and indulge in a 2.5-hour luxury retreat at The Château Élan Day Spa, with a rejuvenating hydrolounge session, relaxing couples’ massage with an indulgent milk bath, a glass of champagne each and a chocolate platter to share.
Travelling with family or friends? Upgrade to the Villa Two-Bedroom Apartment for up to four guests. See Packages for details.
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Situated on an idyllic 100 acres of rolling green hills, manicured fairways and sprawling vineyards, this property is perfectly located for easy access to the region’s famous wineries, distilleries and cheesemakers. Hunter Valley Gardens and the premier concert venue Roche Estate can be reached in less than 10 minutes by car, while the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park is an additional five minutes down the road.
Château Élan at The Vintage is within two hours of Sydney by car and just a one-hour drive from Newcastle Airport (NTL). Airport transfers are not included in your package; please plan accordingly.
Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.
- The Vintage Golf Course
- The Château Élan Day Spa
- Legends Restaurant
- Spike Bar
- Lounge
- Tennis courts
- Pool
- Meeting facilities
- Carriage House
- Parking
- Wi-Fi
- Check-in: 3pm / Checkout: 11am
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Upon check-in, guests will receive a credit for each of the inclusions listed. The credits must be provided at each outlet in order to redeem the inclusions.
- The daily buffet breakfast is served at Legends Restaurant from 7am to 10am.
- The 25% discount on green fees at The Vintage Golf Course can be used for a maximum of two rounds per person, per stay. Rounds must be booked in advance.
- The spa discount can only be applied to one individual treatment per person of 50 minutes or longer and cannot be combined or exchanged for cash.
- Hunter Distillery is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm. Bookings are essential for the included spirits tasting; please contact Hunter Distillery directly to book. Tasting excludes Aged Spirits and Silk Range.
- McLeish Cellar Door is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm. Bookings are essential for the included wine and cheese tasting; please contact McLeish Cellar Door directly to book.
- The Hunter Valley Cheese wine and cheese appreciation course runs daily at 11am. Bookings are essential; please contact Hunter Valley Cheese directly to book.
- The included glass of wine consists of a house wine of the guest’s choosing, served at Spike Bar from 11.30am to 9pm. Non-drinkers are welcome to switch their house wine to a complimentary soft drink.
- Pre-booking is essential at Hunter Valley Cheese and Wild Wren Wines.
- Wild Wren Wine tasting includes complimentary gin and truffle pairing, plus a 15% discount on wine purchases.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.
Valid for travel from 25 May 2024 until 25 May 2025 (bookings must be made before 25 March 2025).
Spa Treatment Upgrade Inclusions & Fine Print (select packages only):
- Includes: A 2.5-hour luxury retreat at the Château Élan Day Spa with a 60-minute hydrolounge session, featuring an infrared sauna and two outdoor mineral spas before or after your treatments, a 45-minute relaxation couples’ massage with an indulgent milk bath, a glass of champagne per adult and a chocolate platter to share.
- Spa booking dates and times are subject to availability.
- This experience is available Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm, and Saturday 9am to 2pm.
- Please arrive fifteen minutes prior to your booking time.
- Guests must be aged 18+ to receive the alcohol inclusion.
- Children are not permitted in the spa.
- Château Élan Day Spa will be in contact within three business days to confirm your spa booking.
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Upon check-in, guests will receive a credit for each of the inclusions listed. The credits must be provided at each outlet in order to redeem the inclusions.
- The daily buffet breakfast is served at Legends Restaurant from 7am to 10am.
- The 25% discount on green fees at The Vintage Golf Course can be used for a maximum of two rounds per person, per stay. Rounds must be booked in advance.
- The spa discount can only be applied to one individual treatment per person of 50 minutes or longer and cannot be combined or exchanged for cash.
- Hunter Distillery is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm. Bookings are essential for the included spirits tasting; please contact Hunter Distillery directly to book. Tasting excludes Aged Spirits and Silk Range.
- McLeish Cellar Door is open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm. Bookings are essential for the included wine and cheese tasting; please contact McLeish Cellar Door directly to book.
- The Hunter Valley Cheese wine and cheese appreciation course runs daily at 11am. Bookings are essential; please contact Hunter Valley Cheese directly to book.
- The included glass of wine consists of a house wine of the guest’s choosing, served at Spike Bar from 11.30am to 9pm. Non-drinkers are welcome to switch their house wine to a complimentary soft drink.
- Pre-booking is essential at Hunter Valley Cheese and Wild Wren Wines.
- Wild Wren Wine tasting includes complimentary gin and truffle pairing, plus a 15% discount on wine purchases.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking for credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.
Valid for travel from 25 May 2024 until 25 May 2025 (bookings must be made before 25 March 2025).
Spa Treatment Upgrade Inclusions & Fine Print (select packages only):
- Includes: A 2.5-hour luxury retreat at the Château Élan Day Spa with a 60-minute hydrolounge session, featuring an infrared sauna and two outdoor mineral spas before or after your treatments, a 45-minute relaxation couples’ massage with an indulgent milk bath, a glass of champagne per adult and a chocolate platter to share.
- Spa booking dates and times are subject to availability.
- This experience is available Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm, and Saturday 9am to 2pm.
- Please arrive fifteen minutes prior to your booking time.
- Guests must be aged 18+ to receive the alcohol inclusion.
- Children are not permitted in the spa.
- Château Élan Day Spa will be in contact within three business days to confirm your spa booking.
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.
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