Location.The Peppers Guest House is tucked among the vineyards of Hunter Valley wine country north of Sydney in Pokolbin, New South Wales, Australia. The town of Cessnock is located 10 kilometers away, while Maitlano is 30 kilometers in distance. Hotel Features. This completely non-smoking country retreat offers on-site dining at Chez Pok Restaurant, where chefs prepare a range of regional delicacies complemented by regional wines. The Chez Pok menu emphasizes modern Australian cuisine with French, Asian and Italian influences. Herbs are harvested from the hotel's personal garden. Two naturally lit function rooms extend onto a verandah and accommodate up to 120 people. Business services are available. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in function rooms and in public areas of the hotel. Endota Spa offers an array of massage, facial and body treatments that include Hawaiian hot stone therapy and endota spa's signature "drenched" treatment. Another signature treatment, Ayurved-ahh, begins with point massage which leads to body exfoliation with herbs and ends with body hydration. A seasonal outdoor pool, boules, rental bicycles and tennis courts provide recreation, and the hotel offers discounts to a nearby fitness center.

Guestrooms. This resort features 48 French Provincial-style guestrooms decorated with antique-reproduction furniture. Balconies afford private vineyard views. Room amenities include wireless Internet access, televisions and CD players. Accommodations also feature minibars, refrigerators and coffeemakers. Private bathrooms contain bathrobes, slippers, makeup mirrors and complimentary toiletries. Select rooms feature showers only, while others contain bathtubs.

Expert Tip. Hunter Valley is as well known for its adventure tours as it is for its vineyards. The hotel concierge can arrange hot-air balloon rides, 4WD excursions, aerobatic flights and helicopter tours.

Room Types:

Vintage Room:   One king bed. Balcony with bushland, garden or vineyard views. Located on ground floor. Contemporary decor in tan and brown, louvered patio doors. High-speed Internet access, cable TV, direct-dial phone. Minibar, refrigerator. Desk and chair. Tub and shower or shower only. Nonsmoking. Exterior corridor access.

Driving Directions: From Newcastle Airport: Approximate distance to the hotel is 90 kilometers.