Culinary Escape at Mount Lofty House

Indulge in signature experiences and a gastronomic journey while enjoying an incredible long weekend getaway at one of Australia's most awarded hotels, Mount Lofty House.

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Indulge in signature experiences and a gastronomic journey while enjoying an incredible getaway at one of Australia's most awarded hotels, Mount Lofty House. Nestled in the Adelaide Hills, Mount Lofty House boasts 175 years of history on 30 acres of land with breathtaking views. Located within the renowned Adelaide Hills wine region, the hotel is just under an hour from the famous McLaren Vale and Barossa Valley vineyards. Your package included a Hardy's Verandah Ultimate Journey Dinner Experience at the 3 Hat restaurant in the Adelaide Hills, which promises an unforgettable epicurean journey. Explore local award-winning microbreweries, boutique distilleries, and indulge in the flavors of Piccadilly Valley with its cheeses, chocolates, fruits, and more. Be sure to ask for the Arthur & Martha Adventure Trail Map and enjoy exclusive offers as a guest of Mount Lofty House!*

Package Inclusions:

Your Fly & Stay Package includes:

~ Return domestic flights from Sydney to Adelaide
~ 3 day car rental Mazda CX 5 or similar* with Unlimited Kilometres , Additional Driver Included and more
~ 3 night accommodation in Classic Room at the luxury Mount Lofty House, Adelaide Hill
~ Daily a la carte breakfast overlooking the stunning Piccadilly Valley
~ Welcome drink upon arrival at Mount Lofty House
~ Plate of our signature Mount Lofty House cookies to enjoy on arrival
~ Daily house welcome and history tour, including our seasonal signature drink
~ Hardy's Verandah Ultimate Journey Dinner Experience for two adults
~ Relaxed Two Course Dinner for two adults
~ $25 Per Person Spa Credit
~ Receive exclusive offers with Arthur & Martha's Adelaide Hills Adventure map when visit selected Adelaide Hill's producers
~ Access to gym facilities, outdoor pool

Price based on travel Date: 15 - 18 August 2025

Hardy's Verandah Ultimate Journey Dinner Experience
The HVR Ultimate Journey offers you a unique dining experience that begins in with a tour of our 1852 wine cellar, where you will enjoy a glass of sparkling wine with our compliments. From there, you'll be escorted to our fine dining verandah, boasting stunning views of the Piccadilly Valley.
Throughout the evening, our attentive host will guide you through your immersive experience, ensuring every moment is memorable. Our sommeliers will be on hand to guide you through our Award Winning, Three Glass Wine List featuring more than 1300 bottles of Australian and
International Wines (At your own expense). This bespoke experience will conclude in our Arthur Waterhouse Lounge, where cigars and digestives are available (At your own expense).

Other departure city:

Brisbane departure from $1,899 per person
Melbourne departure from $1,629 per person
Perth departure from $1,829 per person (Price based on 01 - 04 August 2025)

Travel validity 15 May to 31 August 2025*
Please check with our travel advisor for your preferred travel date. Surcharge may apply during peak seasons/ weekends /school holidays. Please check with our consultant for your preferred travel dates.

Looking for a getaway on the Long weekend 03 October to 06 October 2025?
Package available from AUD$2099/per person ex Sydney, please contact us for other departure cities.

Mount Lofty House

175 Years in the making we are an iconic designer 5 STAR boutique hotel in the Adelaide Hills famous for our luxury escapes, three hat fine dining restaurant, indulgent day spa experiences, conference retreats and breathtakingly beautiful weddings.
Mount Lofty House was built in 1852 by prominent statesman Arthur Hardy as his summer house. Arthur Hardy is reminiscent of a South Australian Jay Gatsby; indeed his wife Martha described their lifestyle as ‘a kind of feudal splendour’. Their beautiful manor soon became the state’s premier address for lavish and infamous parties for Adelaide’s elite of the day. From such lofty beginnings the manor was passed through a number of South Australian families, including a period as commune in the 1970s. In the disastrous 1983 fires of Ash Wednesday Mount Lofty House was burnt to the ground before rising from the ashes like a phoenix to truly become one of South Australia’s great icons…

Optional unique experience to enhance your getaway:

~ St Hugo & Riedel Masterclass Signature Experience with lunch in 2-hatted restaurant from $ 225 per person*
Awaken your senses with a guided journey of wine discovery, exploring how glassware influences the taste and enjoyment of St Hugo wines. Delve into the importance of a varietal-specific wine glass as you taste through four St Hugo favourites, discovering how each glass draws out unique characters from the wines. Perfect for novices and aficionados alike, this experience includes a Riedel Masterclass followed by a 3-course lunch in our AGFG 2-hatted restaurant, complemented by two glasses of St Hugo wine.

~ Premium Gin Masterclass & behind the scenes tour of Never Never Distilling Co. in McLaren Vale from $ 145 per person*
Discover the story of Never Never, a gin brand known for its bold innovation and fearless approach to flavour. Begin with a welcome gin and tonic as you tour the expansive grounds and learn about the brand's history, followed by a behind-the-scenes look at the production process. Enjoy an intimate tasting of Never Never's core range, including seasonal and limited releases, and finish with a crafted cocktail from the skilled bar team. Take home a goody bag filled with Never Never treats to remember your experience.

~ Jurlique Handpicked Masterclass - aromatherapy masterclass to craft your own personal blend to take away with you & behind the scenes tour of Jurlique's biodynamic Herb Farm from $99 per person
Start your visit with a behind-the-scenes tour of Jurlique's biodynamic Herb Farm, where you'll learn about the brand's natural skincare history, connection to nature, and unique practices. Explore the working fields, hand-picking fresh botanicals and experiencing the seed-to-skin journey. Next, visit the drying room to prepare your botanicals for future products. End your visit at the Farm Store, where you'll create your own personal blend using Jojoba carrier oil and a selection of single-note oils, experimenting until you find the perfect combination to take home.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Sydney - Adelaide - Adelaide Hill
Pick up your rental car and enjoy a scenic drive to Adelaide Hill where your unforgettable getaway starts at Mount Lofty House

Day 2 - 3 Mounty Lofty House Stay
Set in the Adelaide Hills with 175 years of history on 30 Acres land with spectacular view. The hotel is located in the Adelaide Hill wine region with two vineyards being the two highest altitude vineyards in the state, McLaren Vale & the Barossa are both just under an hour away. Discover local award-winning micro breweries and boutique distilleries, sample cheese in Piccadilly Valley, chocolates, fruits and other delights
Ask for the Arthur & Martha Adventure Trail Map and enjoy exclusive offers as a guest of Mount Lofty House!*
Call and speak to our consultants if you wish to add our range of unique optional tours.

Day 4 Adelaide - Sydney
Enjoy your day with a relaxing breakfast, perhaps another lunch with paired wine at your favourite winery before dropping your car at the airport for your departure flight home.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions apply: All prices are quoted in Australian dollars, based on per person double occupancy unless stated otherwise, and inclusive of all taxes and discounts. All prices & itineraries are current as of 26 March 2025 & subject to change without notice. Prices are subject to change due to availability, currency fluctuations, fuel price, and tax increases. Price includes any stated bonus nights, upgrades & package savings, if applicable. All passports, visas, travel permits, and vaccinations are the responsibility of the travelling passenger to secure prior to travel. Airfares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice, based in economy class from Sydney and are subject to the carriers' flight schedules and conditions. Seasonal and flight routing surcharges may apply. Airfares are based on the lowest available fare, which comes with strict conditions i.e., non-refundable, or non-changeable. Please ask your consultant for pricing on flexible fare options that allow cancellations and/or amendments at a fee. Please call us for prices from other airports. Travel packages advertised may include multiple products provided by several suppliers to provide a travel itinerary. Each component of the package will be treated independent of each other, and the specific terms & conditions of each product supplier will apply. Hotels may charge resort fees, or a security bond not included or mentioned in this package, payable direct upon check-in. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. This package is based on non-refundable rate with full payment required with limited availability only. Travel insurance is strongly recommended before making any payment. Arthur & Martha's Adelaide Hills Adventure : These exclusive offers are available for in-house guests only during dates of stay. Arthur & Marthas Adventure Trail Map must be presented to each venue on arrival in order to receive special offer. Price based on travel Date: 15 - 18 August 2025 with limited availability. Travel validity 15 May to 31 August 2025* surcharge may apply for flight and car hire or if you wish to upgrade to higher room category. Optional tours involve alcoholic drinks, guests must be 18 years old or over to participate in the experience.