The Louise

A Luxury Retreat Amongst The Vines

Set atop a gentle hill with sweeping views of the Barossa Valley, The Louise is surrounded by hundreds of acres of vines that produce some of Australia’s most significant wines. The acclaimed on-site restaurant ‘Appellation’ (widely regarded as one of Australia’s finest regional dining destinations and awarded ‘Best Regional Restaurant South Australia’ in the SA Food Awards) showcases quality regional seasonal produce in a casually elegant setting.

The property - which was completely upgraded and extensively rebuilt in 2006 - has just 15 suites offering absolute luxury and inspired design, with sunrise or sunset vistas over the surrounding vineyards, private terraces, soft contemporary furnishings, spacious ensuites with dual rain showers and spa tubs, individual espresso-makers and luxurious king beds. Some suites include private gated courtyards, outdoor showers, fireplaces, Bose Wave CD players and a second LCD TV in the ensuite.

Just an hour from Adelaide, the Barossa Valley is renowned as one of the world’s finest wine producing regions - home to more than 100 wineries (over 60 with cellar doors). This compact valley is easily explored, with nearly every turn and vista yielding unspoiled beauty. Pastoral roads wind through the region, which ‘has the charm and ease of accessibility of the Napa Valley thirty years ago’. Wine is undoubtedly one of the main attractions of the Barossa, which is home to some of the finest and best known Shiraz wines in the world including Charles Melton, Grant Burge, Greenock Creek, Henschke, Penfolds, Peter Lehmann, Rockford, Seppelts, Two Hands, Torbreck, Turkey Flat and Yalumba, as well as a host of emerging boutique and artisan winemakers producing the next generation of iconic wines. There are many cellar doors within a few minutes walk, bike ride or drive from the property.

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1

Travel from Adelaide to The Louise, in the heart of the famous Barossa Valley wine region. Explore the nearby premium wineries and countryside by car or on The Louise’s complimentary guest bicycles. Watch the sun set over the surrounding vineyards from your private guest terrace before a leisurely dinner at award-winning on-site restaurant Appellation.

Day 2

Visit Penfolds Wines for a signature Barossa experience – blending your own wine. Under an exclusive arrangement for guests at The Louise, bring your blended wine back to Appellation, where the Executive Chef will create a dish to be served as part of your signature tasting menu that is specifically paired with your wine.

Day 3

Revel in the early morning light and spectacular views from a hot-air balloon over the Barossa Valley or visit a nearby conservation park for a leisurely stroll and picnic breakfast with the kangaroos. Go hiking, cycling or visit a few more wineries before departing for your next destination.

PRICES Prices from £104 per person per night including continental breakfast, based on 2 people sharing. Flights to Australia vary in price considerably depending on date of departure though there are always good deals on quality airlines. Fares on Qantas/British Airways, for example can start from as little as £699 including taxes and fuel surcharges. From April 2008, Qantas will be introducing its all-new Premium Economy cabin. With dedicated check in, 40" seat pitch, extra width and enhanced meal service, all this extra luxury comes at a suprisingly low upgrade cost. Please ask your sales consultant for more details.