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Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Broke

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An outdoor dining table set with various cheeses, fruits, and wine, overlooking a grassy landscape with trees and hills.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A table set with plates, glasses, and a menu.
A wooden bar with wine bottles and glasses.
A garden pathway leading to a dark doorway, surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Broke, NSW
  • Place, Margan Family Wines
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Stomp Wine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Krinklewood Vineyard
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Broke

In Broke .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Broke vacation home, you'll find Margan Family Wines and Stomp Wine. Mount Broke Wines is within 3 miles (5 km) and Krinklewood Vineyard is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Margan Family Wines - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Stomp Wine - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mount Broke Wines - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Krinklewood Vineyard - 12 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 21 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Singleton Station - 25 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Motty's Farm Cuisine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Running Horse Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Margan Family Wines - Hunter Valley - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Willows Cafe & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nightingale Bed And Breakfast - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Only allowed in the outside carport area

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed
Strictly for guests booked into stay at the house

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Strictly for guests booked into stay at the house
Host has indicated 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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. Note from host: Strictly for guests booked into stay at the house For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60 126 246 624

Property is also known as

Whispering Brook Country Cellar Door Winery Vineyard Olivegrove
Whispering Brook Country Cellar Door Winery Vineyard Olivegrove
55264

Frequently asked questions

How close is Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley to the airport?

This vacation home is 61.7 mi (79-min drive) away from the Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley to downtown Broke?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Broke.

Whispering Brook Vineyard Large House | Fireplace | Cellar Door | Hunter Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great wines, Peaceful location and space for the group.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay at Whispering Brook

Great accommodation for large family, with all the amenities/facilities in a great peaceful location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect place to stay for large family. close vicinity to everything you need for the perfect winery weekend away. beautiful property, lovely for leisurely walks, the complimentary wine tasting was a delight and the wines were delicious. Host was easy to contact and accommodated our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location, private, quiet and scenic. When we arrived the wood burner was on and it was welcoming. It suited our family gathering celebrating a milestone birthday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay , plenty of room for all our family and extended family (16ppl in total) . We loved the outdoor entertaining area, using the Bbq and the large outdoor table. Plenty of seating in the longeroom and enough bathrooms for everyone to get ready for my Brothers wedding. Would definitely stay again if we needed accommodation in Broke. We also enjoyed our wine tasting Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Dads 80th

We had a great time, updated bathrooms and plenty of space
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Weekend

13 of us enjoyed this gorgeous property, an amazing place for gathering, beautiful scenery, the roos were wonderful evening and morning entertainment and the staff were utterly gorgeous. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing

We had a wonderful weekend away staying at the Whispering Brook. We all comfortably stayed in the gorgeous house and then stared the weekend off with a tasting at the Cellar door. Our tour guide was fantastic! He absolutely made our morning, the best tasting of the day, not to mention the delish wine! Thank you for having us, we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Home away from Home

Overall it was fantastic in every respect with the only downfall being cleanliness…..cobwebs, filthy fan blades and just not up to the standard for a property where the rental cost is huge. More focus on improving cleanliness and dicing all the scented smelly sticks in a lot of the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A quiet place to stay

We had a great time at whispering Brook including a fabulous tasting with Glen on Day 1. 20 mins drive into Pokolbin but if you’re looking for someone peaceful this house is lovely. The peacock visiting was an added bonus. Ping pong was a lot of laughs! Thanks very much Bree
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Wonderful location, property and owners! Very much looking forward to coming back and spending more time doing the same things - wine tasting, relaxing, spending time with family in a beautifully thought out property. The resident peacock was a hit with the children and dogs too! We’ve decided to call him ‘Stuart’, and hope he’s also still there when we return :)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nicely furnished and comfortable.

We enjoyed our stay at Whispering Brook country house. The setting was very relaxing and stress free. We took our older dog and she settled in ok. It even had a Peakcock which was very friendly. Next time I would like to try the wine tasting.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Good Family property

We enjoyed our stay at Whispering Brook guest house for our family group of 10 adults and 5 children. House has plenty of space in and out and is family friendly.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very nice guesthouse

Great place in terrific location. Hosts were extremely helpful, highly recommended
Archival

8/10 Good

Quiet and tranquil

Beautiful outlook and quiet setting. Some outdoor updates would be a huge improvement but overall, adequate and enjoyable. Beautiful surrounds and great area to explore. All within walking distance.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house and surrounds

We loved our stay-perfect for our 16 Hens. Possibly more toilet paper and tea bags provided would have been good, but we were all very comfortable and the fire made the house so cosy! Beautiful, would stay again
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great family holiday!

8 great days under one roof! A few rainy days didn't put a damper on our family holiday. Plenty of space for 19 persons. Table tennis was very popular and the winery tour excellent. Back screen needs some attention.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great stay, beautiful location

Great house, we had a mix of adults and children and it worked perfectly - love the winery tour (and the wine!) thanks
Archival

8/10 Good

Relaxing country house

We stayed for a few nights with a big group (13 people). There was plenty of room and the house accommodated us all comfortably. The cellar was amazing and very generous to our group. In the morning we had kangaroos in the yard and olive grove which was lovely to see. The location of Broke is fantastic with delicious wines and food everywhere.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house and surrounds

We had 16 people stay and there was plenty of room. The team at Whispering Brook were very friendly. The house is in a quiet area surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. Very beautiful and peaceful.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tranquil and Rustic

Beautiful property in an ideal location. Our group of eight stayed two nights at Whispering Brook and attended a wedding on the Saturday at near by Adams Peak. We loved the house which has lots of charm, plently of room and is warm and comfortable. We highly recommend it and would have no hesitation in staying there again.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great place to escape!

We stayed at Whispering Brook for a Corporate function. A total of 13 adults, and there was plenty of room without getting in each others way. All facilities were perfect for our 2 night stay and catered to everyones needs. Loved the fireplace especially! The winery tour was fantastic! We all learn't something new! Would stay again if the opportunity arises!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Weekend

10 of our closes friends got together for a girls weekend away for my 30th. We had the best time and we were well looked after by Whispering Brook. It was the coldest weekend in the Hunter, however we were warm as toast in the house with the fire going. the wine tour was also a great experience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stunning location

A group of 10 who stayed for a birthday weekend - fantastic outdoor space with BBQ, ping pong table, plenty of space, great amenities and comfortable. The complimentary cellar door tasting was lovely. Will be back again.
Archival

8/10 Good

Great for large family groups

We had a great time at Whispering Brook. The cottage is set on a beautiful property with vinyard, olive groves and mature trees. The cellar door is only a minute walk away and they do a fantastic complimentary tour and tasting for cottage guests. Ron, the Manager is fantastic value and full of interesting facts. The house is a little worn and could do with some work. Although this did not detract from our stay. The one thing i would say was an issue was in the kitchen. They need to refresh all the kitchen utensils and fix the dishwasher. Otherwise a lovely property.