One of Australia's earliest and most important wine making regions is the Hunter valley, situated a couple of hours drive north of Sydney. Here we look at some of the other reasons why the Hunter Valley is so popular with short stayers and holiday makers.
The World Heritage listing of the Barrington Tops areas makes it a favourite with those seeking natural delights. Criss-crossed with walking tracks and populated by unusual fauna, Barrington Tops boasts many opportunities to revel in nature's gifts. Mountain biking is also a popular activity in Barrington Tops with many pre-designated bike trails to follow. Luxury accommodation in the area of Barrington Tops is fairly easy to find at a good price, making this one of the best value parts of Australia to visit. Luxury accommodation combined with incredible natural beauty is bound to leave a lasting impact, truly a holiday to remember.
Many visitors hop from one Hunter Valley hotel or resort to another, the better to explore this vast region. This will enable you to fully experience the variety of the area whilst making sure that you have comfortable Hunter Valley accommodation available close by after your day of sightseeing. The pride of Hunter Valley wineries is available for tasting every day of the week, and is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Quite naturally, the local cheese industry perfectly complements the cellar door activities at the vineyards. Just like the vineyards, many of the cheese producing farms are open for inspection and tastings. Indeed, this entire area of Australia is famed for its local produce which includes wine and cheese making and specialist vegetable farming along with olives and other luxury items. Many local farms combine luxury accommodation and free access to an actual working farm for people choosing to stay in this form of Hunter Valley accommodation. In many ways spending a vacation in the luxury accommodation offered by one of these farm stays is the best way to enjoy the stunning region of Hunter Valley.
All in all a visit to Hunter Valley, be it in the stunning natural areas such as Barrington Tops, or in one of the more traditional farming regions is going to give a view of rural Australia at it's very best. Whether your preference is farm stay or five star, you will find lodgings suitably comfortable and affordable.
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Article by MakeMyStay.com.au co-founder Richard Greenwood - the site features luxury Hunter Valley accommodation including Barrington Tops accommodation.