Hughes Park Cottage- peaceful serene getaway
Bed and Breakfast in Watervale
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this bed and breakfast
Approximately 100km North of Adelaide, nestled in the Skilly hills, just 2 km’s from the township of Watervale in the beautiful Clare Valley, Hughes Park Cottage offers private self contained accommodation.
The two bedroom cottage originates from 1845 and is surrounded by beautiful vines and historic sheep farming country side - perfect for a stroll and a photographer’s delight.
Hughes Park Cottage sits amongst some of the Clare Valley’s top farming land and the Estate is home to around 5,000 merino sheep, some of which graze outside the kitchen window daily.
Guests will also enjoy seeing a range of wildlife on the property whilst at the accommodation or wandering around the Estate. Kangaroos, deer, rabbits, ducks, kookaburras, white cockatoos, pink galahs, along with the odd echidna have made the property their home also!
Imagine sitting on the verandah, taking in the afternoon sun and listening to hundreds of galahs
circling overhead just before the sun sets and the night sky fills with thousand of stars,
something one never sees in the city!
Since opening in April 2009, this beautiful Bed
& Breakfast offers a special and unique
experience to all guests. The property
comprises a private self-contained cottage
which is well positioned amongst gorgeous
vineyards and majestic gums, and set on a
historic Clare Valley Estate which dates back
to 1845.
The minute guests arrive they feel
they have discovered their own secluded
piece of Clare Valley countryside. Quiet and
relaxing with wildlife at their door, however in
a matter of minutes guests can be savouring
the region’s wines in one of the Valley’s
historic Cellar Doors, or taking a relaxing ride
along the well known Riesling Trail.
The two bedroom cottage originates from 1845 and is surrounded by beautiful vines and historic sheep farming country side - perfect for a stroll and a photographer’s delight.
Hughes Park Cottage sits amongst some of the Clare Valley’s top farming land and the Estate is home to around 5,000 merino sheep, some of which graze outside the kitchen window daily.
Guests will also enjoy seeing a range of wildlife on the property whilst at the accommodation or wandering around the Estate. Kangaroos, deer, rabbits, ducks, kookaburras, white cockatoos, pink galahs, along with the odd echidna have made the property their home also!
Imagine sitting on the verandah, taking in the afternoon sun and listening to hundreds of galahs
circling overhead just before the sun sets and the night sky fills with thousand of stars,
something one never sees in the city!
Since opening in April 2009, this beautiful Bed
& Breakfast offers a special and unique
experience to all guests. The property
comprises a private self-contained cottage
which is well positioned amongst gorgeous
vineyards and majestic gums, and set on a
historic Clare Valley Estate which dates back
to 1845.
The minute guests arrive they feel
they have discovered their own secluded
piece of Clare Valley countryside. Quiet and
relaxing with wildlife at their door, however in
a matter of minutes guests can be savouring
the region’s wines in one of the Valley’s
historic Cellar Doors, or taking a relaxing ride
along the well known Riesling Trail.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Watervale
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Reviews
10.0
Perfect location and cottage for a weekend retreat.
Quiet and cosy with all the amenities you need.
I can't recommend enough....we will definitely be booking again.
10.0
The property was well equipped, comfortable and spacious. We had a lovely stay. The location is so peaceful, yet a short drive from the main highway, restaurants and the Riesling trail.
10.0
This property was perfect for a quiet weekend away. Spotlessly clean with a beautiful homely feel and peaceful location. We would definitely love to return.
10.0
What a wonderful property! Our check in process could not have been easier, and located in such seclusion from other properties. This allowed for my partner and I to have a wonderfully intimate and positive experience. We didn't want to leave our paradise and head back to reality!!
10.0
My wife and I stayed here to celebrate her 50th birthday. Clean, well appointed and in a beautiful peaceful location meant we had a great weekend and will be back to enjoy the coziness of the log fire this coming winter! Thanks Alice :-)
8.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There was a bit of a mix up with the booking at the start but Alice quickly had everything sorted and we settled in for our stay.
The property was lovely and clean and the bed super comfy. I’m sure the fireplace would be great in the winter.
10.0
We had the most delightful stay at Hughes Park Cottage. The cottage is gorgeous, well laid out and beautifully clean, comfy beds and generous supplies of everything you need. Loved the fireplace in the cosy lounge and had it going every night. The cottage is situated in amongst the most amazing country, with gentle walking tracks good for all ages. We miss that wonderful stroll amongst the gum trees to the dam already!
Alice was a wonderful host and so easy to communicate with.
Thank you Alice and Andrew for your care and hospitality.
We would love to come again. Mandy, Rick and Judy.
10.0
Excellent
10.0
Well equipped, well set out, well located, great hosts - all excellent.... and enough space, inside and out, to make sure you are completely comfortable and as private as you want to be. Top spot - a little gem!!
10.0
A beautifully renovated and stylish cottage.
5.0
Very clean, great location, very relaxing
5.0
Beautiful surrounds. Great place. Would recommend!
5.0
The property is waaaay better than photos and the hosts are fantastic!
5.0
The cottage was lovely and well equiped. Breakfast provisions were great. Really nothing we could fault about the place.
5.0
Delightful location. Very well appointed cottage. The environment is fantastic. So quiet and peaceful, a lovely place to unwind and recharge. Many thanks Pauline and Eric.
5.0
While being incredibly close to everything Clare Valley offers, its location on the property allows for a sense of remoteness and quiet isolation.
Clean, well laid out and utterly delightful.
5.0
Everything we needed had been provided - comfortable beds, well provisioned kitchen and fire with plenty of wood. Picturesque surrounds. Couldn’t recommend highly enough thank you!
5.0
Beautifully renovated cottage in the most peaceful and picturesque setting. This well equipped cottage was perfect for a winter weekend getaway with its wood fire and Kangaroos 🦘 greeted us in the morning.
5.0
What a wonderful place..so peaceful and has that is required for a relaxing weekend away.
Thank you!!
5.0
Great Aussie bush and great hosts
5.0
We enjoyed a relaxing weekend among all of the nature and landscape that the cottage provided. Very clean and tidy, would recommend!
5.0
A incredibly well presented property; everything we could have wished for. Beautiful, relaxing surroundings. The perfect spot to get away from everything and just recharge. Thankyou for a wonderful few days. We will be back!
5.0
Tastefully renovated cottages with plenty of charm. The beautiful and secluded country setting, surrounded by gum trees, made this accommodation exceed our expectations.
5.0
It was a lovely location and very peaceful. Beautiful cottage look forward to going back
5.0
Great venue, awesome location - will be staying there again
FAQs
How much does this bed and breakfast cost compared to others in Watervale?
The average price for a rental in Watervale is $224 per night. This rental is $33 above the average.
Is parking included with this bed and breakfast?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hughes Park Cottage- peaceful serene getaway. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this bed and breakfast?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this bed and breakfast. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Hughes Park Cottage- peaceful serene getaway pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this bed and breakfast is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hughes Park Cottage- peaceful serene getaway?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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