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Thistle Hill Guest House

591 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, New South Wales 2320, Australia
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Thistle Hill Guest House
Ranked #1 of 11 Pokolbin B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 129 Reviews
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sydney
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
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This property is just gorgeous. Its very homely but "country chic" at the same time. She had white roses in bloom absolutely everywhere. The breakfast! On the first day, my friend and I couldn't tear ourselves away. A "continental breakfast" somehow does not do it justice at all. Savoury muffins, homemade preserves, poached pears....... Needless to say, the breakfast alone... More

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Valletta
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10 reviews 10 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2012

What an amazing little BnB. Rooms are beautiful and very clean and Carol is the most welcoming, accommodating host. This is the ideal place to come and chill out and relax - the property has beautiful grounds. We enjoyed the tastiest breakfast - different from your standard cereals etc; everything here is homemade. Great location to visit the Hunter Vally... More

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Bowen, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

We stumbled across Thistle Hill and spent a night there while passing, too quickly, through the Hunter. I am fussy and don't take review writing lightly but Thistle Hill was a delightful find, all the accolades I've read in other reviews are well earned. The setting is beautiful, the rooms charming and so clean and fresh. The grounds are beautifully... More

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Sydney, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

After a few hectic weeks at work we were looking forward to a romantic getaway in Hunter Valley for our 1st year anniversary! As we arrived just after 9pm, we made our way to our guestroom and were greeted by our lovely host Carol along the way, the room was beautifully furnished and smelt wonderful and our bottle of wine... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

The location, ambience and service provided to my wife and I for 2 nights at this country boutique B&B was fantastic - highly recommended if visiting Pokolbin and Hunter Valley More

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HKG
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012
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We stayed two nights just before Christmas at the Thistle Hill.  A very clean and beautiful resort set in a tranquil environment.  It’s in Polkobin which Carol, the very nice and helpful owner lady explained is the oldest wine region within Hunter Valley.  We had considered Lovedale but glad we decided on Polkobin as our base.  There are more than... More

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London
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

After a 3 week Christmas break with family in Sydney, our 3 nights spent at Carol and Peter's countryside retreat was pure bliss. We were welcomed by Carol and Charlie the cat and shown to our very spacious and wonderfully decorated room. Once unpacked we were delighted to find a lovely bottle of Semillon in the fridge from the local... More

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South Australia
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Met by Charlie (the cat) as the host & hostess were away in Sydney. We never did meet the elusive host but were assured he did exist! A secluded corner room very tastefully decorated and most comfortable to return to after a full day out in the valley and beyond. Attractive grounds that virtually demanded a daily walk around the... More

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London
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

Carol really made our stay here special, we took the lavender cottage adjacent to the main house which was perfect for my wife and myself with mother in law.we could sit out on the veranda each morning and evening and watch the red kangaroos graze on the lawns in front of the rooms. The location is good for touring the... More

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Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

We took our teenage daughter with us for a 2 night stay. The room (Room 5) was very cosy for 3 but very clean and nice. Linen and soft pillows are great; the bed is firm but not uncomfortable. Carol is very helpful and did everything to make us welcome. She is a great source of advice and suggestions for... More

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591 Hermitage Rd, Pokolbin, New South Wales 2320, Australia
Price range (per night):* RM625 - 1,256

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