Thistle Hill Guest House

Family-friendly guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools and winery

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Thistle Hill Guest House, refreshed in 2023, is surrounded by vineyards in Pokolbin. Guests enjoy the firepit with on-site wines, winery tours, and special events. Families love its welcoming atmosphere and convenient location near IronBark Hill Brewhouse.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Pool
Free WiFi
Parking included
Air conditioning
Restaurant

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sept 17 - Sept 18

Tomorrow

Sept 18 - Sept 19

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

26 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

280 sq m
4 bedrooms
Sleeps 10
1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

8 bedrooms
Sleeps 25
7 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

Panoramic Cottage

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

2 bedrooms
Vineyard view
Sleeps 8
2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

15 bedrooms
Sleeps 46
14 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio

Garden

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

About the area

591 Hermitage Road, Pokolbin, NSW, 2320

What's nearby

White Barn Pokolbin - 14 min drive - 6.5 km
Hunter Valley Gardens - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
Roche Estate - 17 min drive - 15.0 km
Bimbadgen Estate - 23 min drive - 18.8 km
The Vintage Golf Club - 24 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

Branxton Station - 12 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬19 min drive
‪Leogate Estate Wines - ‬9 min drive
‪IronBark Hill Brewhouse - ‬19 min walk
‪4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - ‬5 min drive
‪Harrigan's Hunter Valley - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Thistle Hill Guest House

Family-friendly guest house remodelled in 2023 and located near IronBark Hill Brewhouse

Located close to Bimbadgen Palmers Lane and Bimbadgen Estate, Thistle Hill Guest House provides an attached winery, a terrace and a firepit. Sip on a glass of local wine at this guest house, which boasts winery tours, wine release events and a vineyard. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/games room.

Other perks at this guest house include:

2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free self-parking
Bike hire, express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
A bike shuttle, an off-lead area and barbecues

Room features

All guest rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts, such as private pools and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Highchairs and childcare services
Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
40-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free uncovered self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

A restaurant
Private picnics

Things to do

2 outdoor pools
24-hour pool access
Arcade/game room
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle shuttle
Bicycle tours
Helicopter/aeroplane tours
Private wine tours
Vineyard
Wine tours
Winery
Winery release events

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
High chair
In-room babysitting
Pool gate
Private pool
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

Luggage storage
Virtual front desk

Guest services

Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

2 meeting rooms
646 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
In a provincial park
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Vineyard

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in room
No lift
Smooth flooring in public areas
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

1 floor
3 buildings
Built in 1998
Communal living room
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Renovated entire property - November 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Private pool

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Ice maker

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 25 December and 26 December.

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 50 per pet, per night

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 12 kg per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Pet fee: AUD 50 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

24-hour pool access

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse

Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin

Thistle Hill House Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse

Thistle Hill Guest House Guesthouse Pokolbin

Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle Hill Guest House have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistle Hill Guest House?

As of 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Hill Guest House on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$265.08, 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.

Is Thistle Hill Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, Thistle Hill Guest House allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 12 kg per pet. There's a fee of AUD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Thistle Hill Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Thistle Hill Guest House located?

This family-friendly Pokolbin guesthouse is located in a provincial park, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from IronBark Hill Brewhouse, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hunter Valley Gardens and Roche Estate. Hope Estate and Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).