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Thistle Hill Guest House

3.5 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with 2 outdoor pools and winery

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Relax in a serene outdoor space with a planter and two comfortable chairs.
Relax on the covered porch with wicker chairs and a small table, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
Experience a serene retreat in this two-story house with a spacious backyard featuring a swimming pool and covered patio.
Relax in this stylish bedroom with a large bed, nightstand, and wicker chair, offering a view of the outdoors.
Relax in this spacious living room with a sofa set, coffee table, and side table, offering a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July

Room options

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

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

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
  • 280 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Superior Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 25
  • 7 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Single Beds

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Panoramic Cottage

Panoramic Cottage

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Vineyard view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Luxury Villa, Multiple Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 46
  • 14 King Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 6 Single Beds

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

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

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
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

  • ‪Huntlee Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Amanda's on the Edge - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Leogate Estate Wines - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬19 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 with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, express check-out and babysitting (surcharge)
  • Barbecues, 2 meeting rooms and helicopter/aeroplane tours
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

Languages

English

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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
  • Highchair
  • 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)

More

  • 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

More

  • 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
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Thistle Hill Guest House Pokolbin
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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 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistle Hill Guest House on 20 Jul 2025 start from NZ$251.20, 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).

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Thistle Hill Guest House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful place to stay, with great service. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10

Lovely position for exploring the Hunter Valley
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Beautiful property. Will consider staying there again when I visit the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10

Great spot to explore the Hunter Valley from. Beautiful grounds, great area to relax by the pool. Breakfast on site would have been fantastic or a breakfast basket in the room but other than that a perfect spot for a short break with our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

The property is just beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

Our stay at Thistle Hill Guest House was incredible - it’s such a beautiful property, and we were upgraded, which was such an amazing and very special surprise. We were blown away. We’d highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We had a delightful stay. The room was lovely with many extras and the breakfast was great. The owners were very friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend staying here. Would definitely book again. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

John & Jan are fantastic hosts at this beautiful property, where nature and accommodation combine to provide a stay you won’t forget. Would definitely stay again. Maree & John.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

All the small touches and attention to detail made this a most marvellous and enjoyable stay. Would recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy a weekend at the Vineyards. Beautiful rooms, super quiet and well maintained overall. Great fire pit area also. We give it a 10/10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

Lovely spot surrounded by nature. What we found strange was that according to hotels.com the booked room was INCLUDING breakfast. However upon arrival we where informed that the breakfast would be 2 x 20 AUD extra, as the breakfast was not mentioned on the booking. I checked on my own receipt from hotels.com and also didn't see breakfast on it. Not a big problem for us, we just drove into the next Cafe in the morning as we aren't huge breakfast eaters anyway. It's just confusing and I suggest that this should be worked out and clarified.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10

Greeted by beautiful hosts Donna and Stewart, and their 3 lovely dogs. This is a must stay for all travellers going to the Hunter Valley . You could stay overnight but we found one is not enough and we needed more time. Donna and Stewart can not do enough to make your stay more comfortable. Rooms are very clean with everything you need and there is a great pool to take a dip In on those hot days. There are plenty of places to sit under a tree with your favourite drink and admire the view or simply watch the sunset. We didn’t feel like going out for dinner so Donna and Stewart suggested to cook us up a homemade pizza and it was beautiful and it was not a bother for them. Donna and Stewart are a wealth of information and have plenty of suggestions on what you can do if you need some direction. Breakfast was a huge assortment of anything you want all freshly made but I highly recommend you ask you a Stewart specialty “brekkie pie”. A call this place a little place of heaven and we will be returning again and again. Thank you Donna and Stewart for a perfect weekend away for my husband and myself.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10

We want to thank jo and jo for there assistance, the place and service and location was ten out of ten. We will be heading back there soon Thanks thistle 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10

Very pleasant stay lovely property and it is well maintained . Owner Jo meant us on arrival and made us feel very welcome .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10

Great welcome. Breakfast very nice and personalised
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

Beautiful, quiet and quaint property. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

Stunning place to stay, we love every minute we were there. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10

Friendly owner and beautiful garden setting. Very convenient spot to go around hunter Valley.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10

The stay itself was amazing however a slight misunderstanding with our booking. My stay was booked for the 18th of March to the 20th however Jo had it in her calendar for the 19th. We were still given a room however not the one we paid for Jo was very apologetic. The room we were given on the 19th was beautiful and lots of nice touches. Freshly baked biscuits, a cheese platter and wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

Very enjoyable setting, great location and friendly attentive hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022