When you're planning a romantic getaway with your partner, the Hunter Valley needs to be at the top of your destination list! This stunning location boasts relaxed luxury resorts, enchanting gardens and magical hot air balloon rides for the perfect combination of romance and relaxation. Here's our ultimate guide to a romantic getaway in the Hunter Valley!
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The first step in planning your dream romantic getaway to the Hunter Valley is choosing the most serene place to stay! Mercure Resort offers every guest the ambiance of relaxed luxury with a private balcony so that you and your partner can pop the bubbles while overlooking the stunning views of their magnificent surrounding gardens. Featuring a tennis court, a lavish outdoor swimming pool and a spa, this resort is the perfect stop for romantic relaxation!
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Sky High Views...
If you're an early riser, seeing the Hunter Valley from the sky during a romantic hot air balloon ride is an experience that you and your partner will never forget! The rolling hills and rows of stunning vineyards offer the perfect backdrop for the flight of a lifetime as you drift through the air. The balloon flight begins at sunrise so that you can capture the breathtaking views in the romantic morning light, followed by a delicious gourmet breakfast and champagne celebration at the famous Peterson House Winery and Restaurant.
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Brunch Date...
No romantic getaway to the Hunter Valley is complete without indulging in a blissful brunch at Café Enzo! This divine dining spot is known for its unique ambiance and enchanting courtyard, making it the perfect place for you and your beloved to spoil yourselves with a drool-worthy feast. The menu is packed with delicious homemade recipes starring locally grown produce so your brunch will be nothing short of exquisite excellence!
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Magic Garden...
Wind down with your partner and relish in the serenity of the Hunter Valley by taking a stroll through the enchanting Hunter Valley Gardens. Stop to smell the roses in the deliciously fragrant Rose Garden before aligning your inner harmony and balance by breathing in the tranquility of the Oriental Gardens. Or, delight the inner child in both of you and get lost taking a trip down memory lane in the Storybook Gardens. An afternoon spent wandering through these captivating grounds is sure to make you feel the romantic magic of the Hunter Valley.
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Farmyard Friends...
If you and your partner are total animal lovers, you'll love the peaceful and relaxing farmyard feel of Starline Alpacas Farmstay. Add a touch of adventure to your getaway and spend a day with the gorgeous alpacas at the farm. These fluffy friends will happily eat from your hand which will give you the cutest Instagram opportunity!
Cheese And Wine Time...
Of course, it wouldn't be a trip to the Hunter Valley without a cheese and wine tasting tour! Learn the art of cheese and wine matching and indulge your tastebuds in the most heavenly platters while watching the sunset over the Hunter Valley vineyards. It doesn't get much more romantic than that!
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When it's time for dinner, Hunters Quarter is a relaxed and elegant dining destination with a private terrace overlooking the vineyards. Talk about the perfect spot for a romantic date night! The fresh, seasonal menu features local produce and is constantly updating with the latest, inspired dishes full of imagination and flavours. A royal feast paired with the most picture-perfect view? Sounds like heaven!
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If a romantic getaway to the Hunter Valley has made you as obsessed with this breathtaking location as we are, it also doubles as a stunning wedding spot! See our favourite Hunter Valley wedding venues here.
