There's a reason this property is recommended by so many people. It's outstanding. We spent the weekend here recently for a friend's wedding. The hosts, Carol and Peter and their wonderful staff provided an exceptional standard of service. The rooms are tastefully decorated and the facilities are excellent. Make sure you plan your visit around the wonderful breakfast with lots... More

This property is just gorgeous. Its very homely but "country chic" at the same time. She had white roses in bloom absolutely everywhere. The breakfast! On the first day, my friend and I couldn't tear ourselves away. A "continental breakfast" somehow does not do it justice at all. Savoury muffins, homemade preserves, poached pears....... Needless to say, the breakfast alone... More

What an amazing little BnB. Rooms are beautiful and very clean and Carol is the most welcoming, accommodating host. This is the ideal place to come and chill out and relax - the property has beautiful grounds. We enjoyed the tastiest breakfast - different from your standard cereals etc; everything here is homemade. Great location to visit the Hunter Vally... More

We stumbled across Thistle Hill and spent a night there while passing, too quickly, through the Hunter. I am fussy and don't take review writing lightly but Thistle Hill was a delightful find, all the accolades I've read in other reviews are well earned. The setting is beautiful, the rooms charming and so clean and fresh. The grounds are beautifully... More

After a few hectic weeks at work we were looking forward to a romantic getaway in Hunter Valley for our 1st year anniversary! As we arrived just after 9pm, we made our way to our guestroom and were greeted by our lovely host Carol along the way, the room was beautifully furnished and smelt wonderful and our bottle of wine... More

The location, ambience and service provided to my wife and I for 2 nights at this country boutique B&B was fantastic - highly recommended if visiting Pokolbin and Hunter Valley

We stayed two nights just before Christmas at the Thistle Hill.  A very clean and beautiful resort set in a tranquil environment.  It’s in Polkobin which Carol, the very nice and helpful owner lady explained is the oldest wine region within Hunter Valley.  We had considered Lovedale but glad we decided on Polkobin as our base.  There are more than... More

After a 3 week Christmas break with family in Sydney, our 3 nights spent at Carol and Peter's countryside retreat was pure bliss. We were welcomed by Carol and Charlie the cat and shown to our very spacious and wonderfully decorated room. Once unpacked we were delighted to find a lovely bottle of Semillon in the fridge from the local... More

Met by Charlie (the cat) as the host & hostess were away in Sydney. We never did meet the elusive host but were assured he did exist! A secluded corner room very tastefully decorated and most comfortable to return to after a full day out in the valley and beyond. Attractive grounds that virtually demanded a daily walk around the... More