Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley
WHISPERING BROOK VINEYARD HOUSE — HUNTER VALLEY
Australia's only large group guesthouse on a working Portuguese varietal vineyard. Sleeping 8 to 18 guests in 5 private bedrooms, set on 27 acres of established vines and olive groves in Broke, Hunter Valley — just 2 hours from Sydney.
If your group is looking for large house accommodation in the Hunter Valley with an onsite cellar door and winery - this is it.
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THE HOUSE AT A GLANCE
Bedrooms: 5 | Bathrooms: 3.5 | Guests: 8–18 Ground level, fully wheelchair accessible Entire property for use by your group
Kitchen: Open-plan, fully equipped recycled timber kitchen. Large freestanding gas cooktop, electric oven, full appliances — everything needed to cook for 18 people, or book our in-house chef for a private dining experience.
Living: Multiple indoor living and dining areas with room for the whole group together.
Outdoor: Large covered outdoor entertaining area with gas BBQ, open fireplace, and wood heater.
Extras: Games room (table tennis), reverse-cycle air-conditioning, wood heating, washing machine, full linen provided, ample on-site parking.
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THE EXPERIENCE — WHAT SETS THIS APART
Walk to the cellar door. At Whispering Brook, your group's private wine tasting is a short stroll from the front door — not a 20-minute drive. This is the only large group accommodation in the Hunter Valley with an on-estate cellar door and winery.
Complimentary for all guesthouse guests: - Private wine and olive oil tasting at our cellar door
Premium add-on experiences available: - Fireside Portuguese Wine and Artisan Cheese Tasting ($95pp) — 5 wines, 5 Binnorie cheeses, library vs current vintages, by the fire, max 8 guests, Thursday–Saturday - Private Olive Grove Long Table Lunch - Alfresco Dining with estate produce - In-house chef for private group dinners - Walking tour of estate with 7-wine tasting flight
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THE WINES
Whispering Brook is the Hunter Valley's pioneer of Portuguese wine varietals — the only winery in the region growing and producing Arinto (white) and Touriga Nacional (red). Halliday 5-Star Winery. Small-batch, single-vineyard, estate-grown.
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THIS PROPERTY IS IDEAL FOR
Large family holidays and multigenerational family reunions Milestone birthday celebrations (40th, 50th, 60th. 70th) for groups of 8 to 18 people. Corporate retreats, team-building and off-site strategy days. Wedding guest accommodation — Hunter Valley venues nearby. Friends' group getaways with private wine tasting. Groups seeking exclusive use of a working vineyard estate. Sydney groups wanting a 2-hour escape with everything on-site.
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LOCATION
165 Hill Street, Broke NSW 2330 2 hours from Sydney CBD (F3 Peats Ridge turn-off or Cessnock) Set in Broke Fordwich — the quieter, more authentic heart of the Hunter Valley wine region, surrounded by the Brokenback Range and Yengo National Park 15 minutes to Pokolbin, Hunter Valley Gardens, and major restaurant precinct 3–4 minutes by car to world-class dining Walking distance to Whispering Brook cellar door
Recommended transport: Urban Legend Tours (urbanlegendstourco.com) for group transfers from Sydney.
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Whispering Brook. A working estate. A private retreat. The Hunter Valley as it was meant to be experienced.
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If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Strictly for guests booked into stay at the house
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Broke
Located in Broke, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Margan Family Wines and Stomp Wine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hunter Valley Gardens and Wollemi National Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
Margan Family Wines - Hunter Valley - 6 min drive
Running Horse Wines - 5 min drive
Motty's Farm Cuisine - 7 min drive
Magoony's Coffee House - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?
As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley on 4 Sept 2026 start from £1,202, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley located?
This family-friendly Broke holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Margan Family Wines and Stomp Wine. Mount Broke Wines is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Susan Frazier
I grew up in regional NSW and work between the city and regional NSW. I love the natural beauty of the Hunter Valley and Whispering Brook where our guesthouse, winery, vineyard, olive grove and cellar door are located. I am passionate about sharing my love of our wine and olive business with our visitors and guests. A stay at our guesthouse enables people to escape for a short or long time to a beautiful destination with a host of worldwide attractions on the door step including gourmet agri-dining at several notable Hunter restaurants, cellar doors and wine tasting, hot air ballooning, bushwalks, bike rides, swimming to name a few. All accessible by a short car trip from Sydney or surrounds with regular flights regional and interstate flights nearby.
Why they chose this property
The estate is set amidst spectacular vineyards + olive groves with panoramic mountain views. Featuring a large onsite country house, cellar door + winery for guests to enjoy at leisure.
What makes this property unique
The views are stunning from the country house across vineyards + olive groves and mountain ranges. Complimentary tour for in-house guests of the vineyard + olive grove + winery followed by tutored tasting at the cellar door