Visit the Vineyards

Things to do
in the Hunter Valley

At the Grand Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens you are located right in the middle of Hunter Wine Country within easy reach of all the Valley
has to offer.

Walk to Cellar Doors & the Cheese Factory, stroll to the Gardens & Village, enjoy a cold beer at Harrigans Pub and take a leisurely bike ride around the vineyards.

There are just a couple more suggestions for you to help you enjoy your stay even more.

Rose Spectacular

11th October - 16th November 2008
Take the opportunity to see Hunter Valley Gardens blooming with over 2 million rose blooms, throughout the annual ‘Rose Spectacular’. See 35,000 rose bushes in over 125 different varieties.

The majority of the roses grown at Hunter Valley Gardens are of the fragrant variety, after all, a rose without perfume just isn’t a rose! Includes rose talks and demonstrations.

 

Christmas Lights Spectacular

13th November – 28th December 2008
Over 400,000 Christmas lights on show throughout designated areas of Hunter Valley Gardens. Every Wednesday to Sunday night from 7.00pm to 10.00pm. Includes special guest Santa, entertainment plus food and beverages available.

If you have visited the Gardens throughout the day, entry to the Christmas Lights Spectacular is free with your receipt as proof of entry

 

Stay at with us and also
visit the Hunter Valley Gardens

STAY WITH US HERE AT THE GRAND MERCURE HUNTER VALLEY and guests can access tickets to Hunter Valley Gardens at 50% off NORMAL RATES!!

Get your discounted entry tickets from hotel reception.
Balloon Flights over the Hunter VAlley
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Champagne Balloon Flights
See the stunning sights on vineyards and broken back mountain from the peaceful bliss of a dawn Balloon Flight.
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Aqua Golf
Enjoy a hit of golf right overlooking vineyards and a deep blue lake right next door at Hunter Valley Gardens Village

Golf
The Hunter Valley has a number of world class golf courses that are right on your door step at Grand Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens. The Vintage is a Greg Normal designed 18 hole Championship Golf Course that is 5 mins from the front door.
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Cellar Doors & Wine Tasting
Within easy walking distance take your choice from Tempus Two Wines , Brokenwood Wines , Hope Estate Wines , Roche Wines .

Of course there are another 100 wineries within 10km of the property for you to explore as well and we recommend Rover Coaches and the Vineyard Shuttle service if you would prefer not to drive

Hunter Valley Cheese Factory
Just a 100 metre walk from Grand Mercure Hunter Valley Gardens the Hunter Valley Cheese Factory is located at McGuigan Wines Cellar door.
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Events
The Hunter Valley is famous for its annual calendar of events including the Lovedale Long Lunch, Semillon & Seafood Weekend, Opera in the Vineyards, Jazz in the Vines and other world-class concerts. Check out winecountry.com for all the relevant information

Bicycle Hire
Hunter Valley cycles operate out of the Village right next door - www.huntervalleycycling.com.au

All Seasons Salamander Shores
Just a short drive from the Hunter Valley to Port Stephens you will find our other property. Visit http://www.salamander-shores.com