like a great bottle of red wine the Hunter gets better with the years.

The Vintage, Accor Vacation Club Apartments in NSW’s iconic Hunter Valley, could be likened to a great bottle of red wine…they keep getting better and better with the years. 

Close by are the world-class wineries such as Bimbadgen, de Bortoli, Brokenwood, Peppertree and Wyndham Estate to name a few. The annual “Lovedale Long Lunch” event draws thousands, who flock to enjoy the local produce and ambiance of the region, 2 and a half hours drive from Sydney.

All thirty one apartments (15 one bedroom, 16 two bedroom) have recently undergone a complete redesign and not only uses locally inspired elements with wall coverings and tiles in a rich sophisticated palette, and with finishes creating warmth for the cooler wine country region.

The addition of ethanol fireplaces in the one bedroom apartments ensures that the ambience is of luxurious warmth and reflects the two bedroom apartments which have gas fireplaces. Complimenting the regions nearby cellar doors, wine fridges are incorporated into the design of the larger two bedroom apartments.

Accor Vacation Club properties are popular for families, couples and groups with the apartment style product attractive for extended stays. As a result of this the design and products selected is of a higher quality modern and practical design.

Environmental initiatives have also been implemented with LED lighting and water saving fixtures. In addition to this connectivity is being provided with media hub units linked to the digital televisions.

The apartments are ideally located in the Resort around a central pool, and native gardens, adjacent to the Greg Norman designed 18 hole golf course.

Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin, REX, Brindabella and Aeropelican airlines all service nearby Newcastle Williamtown Airport with regular scheduled flights.

To book your wine country getaway and experience the 4.5 star deluxe accommodation at Grand Mercure The Vintage, Accor Vacation Club Apartments please contact resortservices@accorvacationclub.com.au or visit www.accorhotels.com.au/7518

Currently there is a stay 3 pay 2 offer available. Prices start from $189.00 per room per night for a one bedroom new look apartment.

Accor Vacation Club offers a portfolio of 21 properties in Australia, New Zealand and Bali.

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