**ENJOY AN EXTRA NIGHT ON US !** Book 2 nights and receive the 3rd night FREE. Available for all NEW bookings only, made from 2nd March 2024 for the Degen Estate 13 Bedrooms and staying between 1st May 2024 - 30th August 2024. **This offer is not available on Long Weekends, Public Holidays or any Special Events in the Hunter (such as concerts etc.), or in conjunction with other offers or discounts. Promotion available only by contacting Hunter Valley Stays on 0477 010 010, not available online.

Prior to booking Degen Estate 13 Bedrooms, first confirm your reasons for wanting to stay. Any reasons, other than holiday accommodation, for example birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, functions, corporate events, retreats and reunions are not permitted without specific owner approval prior to you booking being accepted. The property has an exclusive caterer, Hunter Concierge, and no other catering provider will be permitted to cater to guests.

DEGEN ESTATE

Located high above the surrounding vineyards with sweeping views across the Brokenback Range, the 54 acre estate of Degen Wines is privately set in the beating heart of the Hunter Valley wine country.

Degen Estate features designer interiors throughout the large open-plan house, with five bedrooms as well as two self-contained cottages, each with two bedrooms.  The Estate offers 9 spacious bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms comfortably accommodating up to 20 guests.

The main house directly overlooks the vineyard of Degen Wines and is set amongst manicured lawns, an established fruit orchard and native trees.  Perfect for entertaining, enjoy the wide paved verandahs, BBQ area and travertine pool terrace which leads to the stunning swimming pool.  On the western side, the inviting Summer House with its deep lounges and its’ own private deck is perfect for watching the beautiful sunsets. The living room features comfortable leather lounges and is perfect for relaxing with a book or watching your favourite film on the widescreen TV.  The fully equipped contemporary galley-style kitchen has European appliances, stone benchtops and everything you would need to cater for your large group.  The huge custom-made 4.5m long dining table dominates the room and brings everyone together making every meal a special occasion.

The accompanying self-contained cottages each have two bedrooms and feature luxury bedding, a modern bathroom, kitchen and open living space spilling out to an open verandah with BBQ and private views of the vineyards.

You will only be moments to surrounding vineyards and concert venues such as Bimbadgen Estate and Hope Estate, The Vintage Golf Resort and within five minutes of the Hunter Expressway.

Your first wine tasting of course is just a short walk away at the charming cellar door of Degen Wines.

HILLCREST HOUSE

Hillcrest House is a wonderful gem in the Hunter.  Set in an elevated location in the heart of Pokolbin's Wine Country, Hillcrest House is only moments to the major concert venues, many exquisite world class restaurants, wineries, spas and golf courses.  This picturesque property sits on 14 charming acres and enjoys delightful views of the Brokenback and Watagan ranges.  Featuring 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and accommodation for up to 7 guests, relax and enjoy this property in all seasons.  

Tastefully decorated with wooden parquetry flooring throughout, a roaring combustion fire, elegant dining room and modern kitchen, you'll feel right at home when you stretch out on the generous lounge with a magazine or laze the afternoon away with a delicious cheese platter over a good catch up with friends.  

For the warmer months, Hillcrest House has a sparkling in-ground pool with views of the rolling hills beyond, a generous covered outdoor entertaining area.  Pick some fresh herbs from the garden and cook up a bbq for you and your friends or simply enjoy sipping glass of fine Hunter wine whilst watching the Hunter sunsets. To ensure your comfort the property features three rooms (Lounge, Bed 1 and Bed 2) that are fully air-conditioned, and fans are installed throughout.  

With two wonderful cellar doors, concert pick up at the front gate, and bike hire all within walking distance of Hillcrest House, your activities and wine tasting are only moments away. Hillcrest is the perfect choice for your next stay in the Hunter.

Both properties together make for the ultimate group getaway pair!

NOTE: Please be aware below accomodation features are a list of combined features of both properties. For detail about which features apply to which property please contact our office or view the separate listings for these properties on our website. 

Please note, Hillcrest House has exterior security cameras to monitor the exterior of the home only for the protection of the property.  Security cameras are commonplace at many of our rural properties. Footage is private and remains the property of the owner, and will only be used for insurance liability reasons, to monitor occupancy and other policies noted in our Terms & Conditions. They, in no way, are there to infringe upon the expectation of privacy of guests in these exterior areas. To disable or obscure the cameras is prohibited and may result in loss of security deposit or eviction.

Please note that both of these properties are NOT pet friendly.

ACCOMMODATION - DEGEN ESTATE AND HILLCREST HOUSE

Degen Estate and Hillcrest House can accommodate up to 27 guests or 27 guests in individual beds total.

DEGEN ESTATE
Maximum 20 guests or 20 guests in individual beds

MAIN HOUSE 
Bedroom One - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Two - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Three - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Four - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Five - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)

COTTAGE ONE
Bedroom One - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Two - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)

COTTAGE TWO
Bedroom One - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Two - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)

Degen Estate has two foldaway beds available for the main house only to take accommodation numbers to 20 if required and can only be made up in the ensuite rooms of the main house (not the master bedroom)

HILLCREST HOUSE 
Accommodates a maximum 7 guests or 7 guests in individual beds

Bedroom One - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Two - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Three - 1 x King Bed or 2 x King Single Beds (2)
Bedroom Four - 1 x Single Bed (1)

TARIFF

Weekend - minimum 2 nights, for up to 24 guests is $3420 per night (Use of Degen Estate and Hillcrest House - 13 Bedrooms) (Thu-Fri, Fri-Sat, or Sat-Sun)
Midweek - minimum 2 nights, for up to 24 guests is $2565 per night (Use of Degen Estate and Hillcrest House - 13 Bedrooms) (Mon-Tues-Wed)
Additional adults above the minimum of 24 are charged at $100 per person per night.
Additional children above the minimum of 24 are charged at $60 per child per night.
Infants under 2 years free of charge.

Please note that a $40 booking fee is applicable for all bookings made.

Please note if Sunday checkin then please add $700 weekend cleaning charge.

SECURITY DEPOSIT
A security deposit/bond of $2800.00 is required for your stay and is payable as a credit card pre- authorisation. This will be processed approximately 24 - 48 hours before your arrival, so please ensure the funds are available at this time.

CATERING and IN HOUSE CHEFS
All in-house chefs and caterers to Degen Estate are exclusively provided and managed by our partners Hunter Concierge on-site.

LONGER STAYS
Please contact us for a customised quote for longer stays of 3 nights and over.

NOTES 
A 1-night stay may be accepted at discretion of Management within 14 days of the prospective arrival date. A surcharge is applicable on the 1-night stay, this will be calculated by our staff and quoted to you before the booking is confirmed.

Weekend Public Holiday, Easter, Christmas, and New Year periods require a minimum 3 night stay full weekend rate.

Concert and special event weekends in the Hunter Valley will have a set minimum night requirement to stay and may attract a surcharge.

This Private Home is proudly Property Managed by Hunter Valley Stays on the Owner’s behalf.

PID-STRA-12053 (Degen) and PID-STRA-31223 (Hillcrest House)