Hunter Valley
Six of the best tried, true and new Hunter Region eateries
The Hunter’s burgeoning culinary scene – with its mix of newcomers and old favourites – is celebrated every April with a month-long food festival.
- by Sheriden Rhodes
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Hotel reviews
Australia’s oldest wine region has a slick new retreat
Despite the Hunter Valley vineyard setting (with vines first planted in 1968), it’s all mod cons here at The Lane Retreat.
- by Trudi Jenkins
The French couple behind a luxurious new NSW escape
The site of a former dairy farm offered all the elements for this French couple’s accommodation dream: wildlife, natural bush, good wines, luxury comforts and star-gazing.
- by Anthony Dennis
Hunter Valley, NSW: Australia's oldest, most underrated wine region is on Sydney's doorstep
It's easy to overlook the Hunter's impressive credentials - not only is it Australia's oldest wine region, it also has the most cellar doors (more than 150).
- by Rob McFarland
Tower Lodge, Hunter Valley review: Australia's most unusual luxury lodge
Staying here is like watching an art movie you're not sure you really 'got', then realising you're still replaying it in your mind months later.
- by Craig Tansley
Hotel review: QT, Newcastle
QT delivers a much-needed injection of its quirky designer flair and fun to Australia's second oldest city.
- by Sheriden Rhodes
Tinonee Vineyard Estate review, Hunter Valley: Versatile country retreat can accommodate all sorts of holidaymakers
A boutique vineyard in a tranquil, beguiling but more remote part of the Hunter Valley.
- by Rob McFarland
Maitland, NSW, travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights
Maitland, about two hours north of Sydney, is defined by the Hunter River that flows through it.
- by Anthony Dennis
River Haus, Morpeth, Hunter Valley review: New stay in delightful tourist town
This is a reborn riverside gem.
- by Anthony Dennis
Lake Macquarie, NSW, travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights
This low-key holiday spot just 90 minutes' north of Sydney is spread across a staggering 174 kilometres of shoreline and 90 towns.