Chateau Elan at The Vintage Hunter Valley

Château Élan at The Vintage is a Hunter Valley stay built around accommodation, dining, golf and wellness, set among vineyards and rolling countryside in Pokolbin. The property offers Luxury Spa Suites and Villas, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, giving couples, families and small groups several ways to settle in. Its location feels removed from everyday routines while remaining close to the region’s wineries and restaurants, making it a practical base for a longer escape or a special occasion.

The stay can be as relaxed or as active as you choose. The Vintage Golf Club is a resort course open to a broad range of players, while The Spa provides restorative treatments, a hydro-lounge and float therapy. The wider property also caters for celebrations, wellness events, weddings, corporate retreats and conferences. For groups, the event spaces can be configured for meetings, dinners and cocktail functions, with the largest listed capacity accommodating up to 330 guests. Golf, spa, accommodation and dining can also be combined into a fuller group experience.

Dining is centred on Legends Restaurant, positioned beside the 18th green. Its approach focuses on seasonal produce from local farmers and artisans, with the chefs applying a modern style in an elevated but relaxed setting. Breakfast is served as a buffet, while dinner runs from Thursday to Monday. Spike Bar offers a more casual option, with a terrace overlooking the greens, local craft beers and wines, and food available across breakfast and lunch periods. Guests staying onsite can also use Dial Deliver for in-room meals and drinks on selected evenings. Dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free needs, can be accommodated when noted at booking.

The overall appeal is the ability to keep several parts of a Hunter Valley break in one place: a villa or suite for downtime, a regional meal at Legends, a round of golf, and time at The Spa. It suits couples looking for a quieter Pokolbin getaway, families making use of the accommodation and school-holiday offers, and groups planning a celebration or business event. With its countryside setting, views across the golf course and range of onsite experiences, Château Élan works particularly well for visitors who want more than a cellar-door itinerary.