Fodor's Expert Review The Cooperage Bed and Breakfast

41 Kelman Vineyards, Pokolbin, New South Wales, 2320, Australia

This lovely B&B is in the heart of Kelman Vineyards Estate, a working vineyard with a cellar door just a stone's throw from the rooms. There are three guest-room options: the peaceful rooms in the main house are best described as rustic chic, with north-facing windows overlooking the vineyards. For more privacy, there's a small Scandinavian-style studio apartment tucked out back (called "the Retreat"). Alternatively, the Champagne Suite is decorated with Asian and Turkish collectibles and has an entire wall of glass doors, opening out onto a deck with wonderful views over pear trees and Shiraz vines. Owners Gay and Warren Cooper are the perfect hosts and fantastic cooks—ask for their famous ricotta pancakes with honeycomb butter at breakfast. The B&B has a small private home cinema if you want to relax with a movie.

PROS

  • big comfy beds
  • guesthouse rooms have private decks
  • free Wi-Fi

CONS

  • not suitable for children under 10
  • can be booked out months ahead
  • decor not to everyone's taste

QUICK FACTS

B&B/Inn
$$

HOTEL INFO

Phones: 02-4990–1232

HOTEL DETAILS

5 rooms
Rate Includes: Free Breakfast

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