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SWEET BRIAR IN THE VINES - CLARE

Family-friendly cottage in Stanley Flat with free breakfast

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Wisteria draped wrap around verandah of Sweet Briar in the Vines Cottage
King Bedroom 1
Living area
6 burner gas cooker with electric oven
Cool leafy verandahs

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Clare Golf Club
  • Place, Old Police Station Museum
  • Place, Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1- Shiraz Room

1 King Bed and 2 Child Beds

Bedroom 2 - Riesling Room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3 - Chenin Blanc Room

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 - Cabernet Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SWEET BRIAR IN THE VINES - CLARE


Sweet Briar in the Vines is an original, turn of the century, renovated stone cottage- located on the Sweet Briar Vineyard- Home of O'DWYER WINES

The location is ideal - just a few minutes drive North of Clare town with the Riesling Trail passing by the entrance to the property , and picturesque country views in every direction.

The cottage is comprised of 4 bedrooms- 1 King and 3 Queen, with an annexe off one of the queens, containing 1 single bed ( + a fold out bed) suitable for children.

A country style eat-in kitchen forms the centre of this quaint yet roomy cottage which flows out on to a leafy verandah - ideal for barbequing and outdoor entertaining.

The more recently added living /dining room is very spacious with reverse cycle air conditioning and features a wood burning stove - perfect for cosy nights in, with a glass of local wine.

There are two renovated bathrooms, sympathetically restored in the period and style of the cottage..

The country style kitchen has been remodelled and comprises modern fitted kitchen cabinets , complete with dishwasher and a large modern gas cooker with 6 burners and an electric oven. Its stylish finish has all the benefits of a modern kitchen but still with a country kitchen feel.

All the comforts of home - nestled in the heart of Clare Valley wine country.


PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Generous breakfast provisions will be left for you to prepare at your leisure.
Enjoy breakfast in the idyllic surroundings of the outdoor dining area before heading out to explore the Valley.
On your arrival, as part of your welcome package, you will find a complimentary bottle of our own O'Dwyer wine from our vineyard.
Coffee and tea etc are also included .

Either bring your own bikes or rent some locally, & experience the beautiful Riesling Trail which passes by the entrance to the property.


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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pls state number of bedrooms you require as the nightly rate is based on 2 adults sharing one bedroom A surcharge will apply for extra bedrooms.
No Smoking
The cooker top and oven is to be left clean & grease free. Same with the BBQ Failing to do so will incur additional cleaning fees.

Important information

You need to know

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Stanley Flat

Located in Stanley Flat, this cottage is in a rural area. Clare Golf Club and Knappstein Wines are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pinks Rerserve and Gleeson Wetlands. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Clare, SA

What's nearby

  • Clare Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Inchiquin Lake - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Old Police Station Museum - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Neagles Rock - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre - 11 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Adelaide, SA (ADL) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ho Nai - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ragu & Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ampol Clare - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Clare Golf Club - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SWEET BRIAR IN THE VINES - CLARE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SWEET BRIAR IN THE VINES - CLARE?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SWEET BRIAR IN THE VINES - CLARE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SWEET BRIAR IN THE VINES - CLARE located?

This family-friendly Stanley Flat cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Clare Golf Club and Inchiquin Lake. Pinks Rerserve and Gleeson Wetlands are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, ideal weekend retreat, generous cooked breakfast provisions, comfortable and private facility.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable - surrounded by a lovely country garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property, beautifully cared forWe had a lovely weekend away Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large beautifully furnished home with 2 modernised bathrooms and excellent kitchen facilities . Really appreciated the generous breakfast provisions . lovely quiet setting in the vineyards . Would definitely stay again .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

janine s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable house in beautiful setting with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thankyou for a wonderful stay. The cottage is beautiful. It was lovely and warm for our cold winter weekend away. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you Judith for sharing your beautiful property with us. Delicious supplies for breakfast & a generous amount of fire wood. Perfect place for our group of 7 to stay & explore the Clare Valley from. The kangaroos on the property & bottle of wine were an added bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Reunion

Absolutely sensational my friends and I enjoyed every moment facilities were first class could not fault anything and it is the second year in a row we have been there and thoroughly recommend this great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billie Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Stay Ever!

The location was wonderful: away from the road; beautiful views; amazing birds; close to the Riesling Trail; and, in the vineyard. The house was lovely, roomy, comfortable, and had everything we needed. Outdoor grill and seating super! Toutdoorhouseveranveraverandas had
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great stay. House was lovely, very well set up, had everything we needed plus lots of additions that made our stay extra special. A lovely weekend away with a group of girlfriends!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Polly T., Gilberton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

Lovely cottage
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family holiday

Spent a week in Clare and the surrounding area. Sweet Briar in the Vines was a perfect place to stay with my husband and two adult children. We went in winter and found It was easy to keep warm and comfortable. It was a lovely home away from home. While it is not a bed and breakfast, they did kindly supply some bacon, eggs, tomatoes, butter, milk and bread to accommodate us for at least our first breakfast, along with a beautiful bottle of their Shiraz, from their own winery. I like photography and have included some photos of different views I'd taken at the property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace among the vines

We had a lovely weekend at this beautiful place. There were eight of us and plenty of places to enjoy the beautiful views from the various verandahs. A fantastic lounge and dining area for us to gather to celebrate a special birthday. The age range was 96 through to 3 years of age and the accommodation was perfect for us. It had everything we needed, I would highly recommend Sweet Briar in the Vine!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lou D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great House

A great place to stay with friends very well equiped house
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trish W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet briar- just wonderful

Spacious for 4 couples with a lovely lounge area. Great internal decoration- warm and artistic. Comfortable couches and dining settings- in and out. Magical meals made in the well equipped kitchen. Beautiful views of the vineyard and sun rises. So quiet and peaceful. Next to the rail trail- so convenient!Great communication with Judith. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Diane m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Calm and peaceful, birds everywhere, lovely garden and the best shower. Far enough from civilisation for quiet, but close enough to get great food, thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sweet Briar, beautiful welcoming cottage! Very relaxing, the large family area was a bonus along with the extras awaiting you! Thank you! We love the Clare Valley!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacoba v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends weekend

It was exquisite
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice home

Easy to locate not far from town that has excellent dining & shopping options & surrounded by vines. Beautiful decore, large bedrooms spacious lounge & dining, well appointed kitchen with quality linen & towels. Breakfast was yummy and ample. Our party of 4 enjoyed the space, with several outdoor seating areas to jyst relaxe.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect winter getaway

Beautifully appointed house in a peaceful and picturesque location. Suited our family group of five adults very well. Loved the comfy couches, large dining table, and very generous provisions. Will definitely recommend to family and friends looking for a Clare Valley getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Briars

Great property, fantastically stocked with all our needs. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway.

Fantastic property. Our stay was relaxing and enjoyable. Sweet Briar in the Vines is a beautiful home in lovely surroundings. Everything was well presented and our overall experience surpassed our expectations. We would highly recommend Sweet Briar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage, spacious but cosy

The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. It is close to the town and wineries, but far enough away to provide the tranquility we were looking for. A great all-round place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Libby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Clare Valley

On our arrival there was no hot water but appeared that it had run out as it heated up overnight. Otherwise a very comfortable stay for 2 families- 7 all up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage in Stunning Location

This cottage is extremely well fitted out with everything that you could need. The beds were extremely comfortable and we loved the log fire! We would certainly stay here again if we returned to the Clare area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Judith O'Dwyer

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We are a couple who have lived abroad for a number years in various countries from Ireland , UK, France, Belgium to US and now settled in Australia since 2004. We love travel, good food, good wine, art, music, family, friends and fun!
We fell in love with Sweet Briar the moment we set eyes on it!
It has been a joy to spend time here over the years and our four kids have had such fun exploring the country side on many a happy holiday in Clare.

Why they chose this property

On a family road trip around the south eastern corner of Australia shortly after our arrival here from the States, we stumbled upon Sweet Briar on an over night stay in Clare.
We didn't choose it- It chose us!
Couldn't get the cottage with its circular drive and wrap around verandas - quaint gardens and beautiful vineyard out of our minds.
A month later Sweet Briar was ours and we have enjoyed restoring and improving it ever since.

What makes this property unique

Not only was Sweet Briar an authentic piece of period architecture, being an original stone cottage with bull nose verandas , wisteria dripping from them and beautiful thick cottage walls, but this little gem was only a 5 minute drive into Clare town. All the peace and serenity of the remote country side , with the convenience of an easy drive into town.
Top that off with the famous Riesling Trail - accessed at the top of our drive and you've got it all!
Star lit skies at night are the icing on the cake!!

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