The Louise Barossa Valley
Location: South Australia | Barossa Valley

Set atop a gentle hill with sweeping vistas across the internationally renowned Barossa Valley, The Louise is an idyllic luxury vineyard retreat encompassing acclaimed on-site restaurant Appellation. Completely upgraded and rebuilt in 2006, the property has just 15 suites offering absolute luxury and inspired design and extensive private guest space with individual terraces overlooking the surrounding vineyards and private gated courtyards, soft contemporary furnishings, spacious ensuites with dual rain showers and spa tubs, espresso-makers and king beds with crisp linens.

Additional features of some suites include outdoor showers, fireplaces, BOSE Wave CD player, and a second LCD TV in the ensuite.

Casual and elegant are the hallmarks of Appellation where Executive Chef Mark McNamara guides one of Australia’s finest regional dining venues. Understated, informed service and intimate ambience complement a daily varying menu focusing on locally sourced seasonal produce and a monthly changing Wine Flight Tasting Menu. Appellation’s extensive wine list presents the best of the Barossa, Australia and iconic wines of the world.

Enjoyable diversions include hot air ballooning, scenic helicopter rides, heritage sites, golf, cycling, hiking, a relaxing massage, the acclaimed Barossa Farmers Market and much more.

Just one hour from Adelaide, The Louise is the food + wine + luxury accommodation destination for discerning travelers to Australia’s most famous wine region.

The Louise features 15 luxuriously appointed guest suites, each ideally sited to provide guests with complete privacy and stunning views over the surrounding vineyards.

All suites feature large ensuite bathrooms with spa tubs, rain showers for two, heated towel rails, dual vanity basins and a separate toilet area. The sleeping area includes a king bed fitted with luxury linens and precise lighting control. Lounge areas include comfortable seating and widescreens for digital TV and DVD movies while enjoying refreshments from the fully-stocked mini-bar.

A writing desk is supplied with high speed wired and wireless Internet connections. In-room amenities include soft robes and slippers, a safe, separate luggage area, irons and ironing boards, mending kit, individual espresso coffee makers and full coffee and tea making facilities. A welcome gift of tawny port, house-made cookies and fresh fruit awaits on arrival.

A highlight of each suite is the private exterior guest space provided by a spacious gated courtyard and a secluded rear terrace with lounging and sunning spaces and uninterrupted vistas across the adjacent vineyards.

Each of the suite types provides ample private space for the perfect romantic hideaway retreat. The Louise offers five types of guest suites.

Seppeltsfield Suite

The “Seppeltsfield Suite” is the property's premium suite with over 200 square metres of private interior-exterior guest space. Arranged as two bedrooms, each with it's own marble ensuite bathroom, a large common area, private entry garden courtyard and a glorious sunset-facing limestone walled rear terrace with lounges, this spacious suite is ideal for two couples travelling together or for executives, media or entertainers requiring additional facilities to combine luxury personal travel with separate space for business.

Greenock Suites

Glorious, amply sized sunset-facing fireplace spa suites with luxurious amenities and artwork. These large suites include more than 150 square meters of private interior-exterior guest space including a private gated courtyard and feature private king-bedded master bedroom with adjacent large marble ensuite with two-person candlelit spa tubs and LCD TV screen, dual vanity basins, separate toilet and double head indoor rain shower and private outdoor shower and sunnng bench. A separate luggage store and wardrobe opens from the entry and ensuite. An oversize lounge room with gas fireplace, large LCD television and DVD player, lounge sofa and footstool, armchair and dining table opens via French doors to a glorious sunset-facing limestone walled rear terrace with lounges for private vistas overlooking the adjacent vineyards and olive grove. As with all suites, a writing desk with high speed Internet connection, a fully stocked minibar and espresso coffee area are included.

Stonewell Suites

Premium fireplace spa suites with luxurious amenities and artwork . The main guestroom is reached via a large private gated front courtyard. Inside, the king bedded sleeping area is adjacent to a spacious heated floor ensuite with candlelit spa bath for two, LCD TV, dual vanity basins, separate toilet area, double head interior rainshower and additional private outdoor shower. A gas fireplace, large LCD TV and DVD player, BOSE Wave CD player, oversize chairs and footstool complement the sleeping area. Separate spaces for luggage and wardrobe store, writing desk with high speed Internet connection, a mini-bar, espresso maker and dining table complete the interior. French doors open to a private shaded rear terrace with stylish relaxing lounges facing the adjacent vineyard.

Marananga Suites

Magnificent sunset-facing spa suites with luxurious amenities and artwork. These large suites feature private king-bedded master bedroom with adjacent large marble ensuite with two-person candlelit spa tubs, dual vanity basins, separate toilet and double head rain shower. A separate luggage store and wardrobe opens from the entry and ensuite. An ample separate lounge room with large LCD television and DVD player, lounge sofa and footstool and dining table opens via French doors to the sunset terrace with table and chairs. As with all suites, a writing desk with high speed Internet connection, and a fully stocked minibar and espresso coffee area are included.

Vineyard Suites

Attractive spa suites with luxurious amenities and artwork. The main guestroom is reached via a large private gated front courtyard. Inside, the king bedded sleeping area is adjacent to a spacious heated floor ensuite with candlelit spa bath for two, dual vanity basins, separate toilet area and double head interior rainshower. A large LCD TV and DVD player, oversize chairs and footstool complement the sleeping area. Separate spaces for luggage and wardrobe store, writing desk with high speed Internet connection, a mini-bar, espresso maker and dining table complete the interior. French doors open to a private shaded rear terrace with table and chairs facing the adjacent vineyard.

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