Located in a rural setting, this 1-bedroom cottage accommodates 2 guests. It features 1 hot tub and a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Nearby activities include birdwatching and swimming, while attractions like Belford National Park and Hunter Valley Gardens offer additional exploration opportunities.
Highlights
Ping pong onsite
A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Pokolbin, NSW
Piggs Peake Winery
Place, Piggs Peake Winery
6 min drive
IronBark Hill Brewhouse
Place, IronBark Hill Brewhouse
6 min drive
Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove
Place, Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove
6 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Sweetacres - Artist Studio
**ENJOY AN EXTRA NIGHT ON US !** Book 2 nights and receive the 3rd night FREE. Available for all NEW bookings only, made from 24th March 2026 for Sweetacres Artist Studio and staying between 24th March 2026 – 31st August 2026. **This offer is not available on Long Weekends, Public Holidays or any Special Events in the Hunter (such as concerts etc.), or in conjunction with other offers or discounts. Promotion available only by contacting Hunter Valley Stays on 0477 010 010, not available online. The FREE night will always be the lowest valued night.
The Artist Studio at Sweetacres Hunter Valley is perfect for 2 guests looking to escape to a private setting and enjoy a curated, fun, creative space with all the luxury you would expect from this popular destination. With the best cellar doors, restaurants and vineyard attractions moments away, the Artist Studio is the ideal location to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of this unique setting, or venture out and have all you need only moments from your doorstep.
Set amongst its own forest of Casuarina trees, guests to the Artist Studio will step through the French doors into a spacious and open planned interior. With a signature corrugated iron cathedral ceiling and a gorgeous king size four poster bed with bellowing linen curtains as its centrepiece, the plump, colourful cushions and tasteful furnishings would see any artist feeling right at home.
Designed to have everything a guest would need, the Artist Studio has a self-contained kitchenette with Nespresso coffee machine and cooking facilities to host a couple dining in or out with a gas BBQ to cook up some delicious produce from your day of gathering in the Hunter markets and from local providores. The welcoming sitting area with HD LCD Smart TV, plus lots of magazines and board games will keep you entertained for hours. Perfect for all seasons, the Artist Studio has reversed cycle air-conditioning and fans for the warmer months, and for winter, guests can enjoy the romance of the combustion wood fireplace. The facilities and layout of the studio is also wheelchair accessible.
Enjoy the delight of an outdoor spa tub under the covered patio with festoon lights shining overhead. Laze away the afternoon on the outdoor sun lounges with a glass of wine in hand and watch the light dance through the trees or, if you're feeling inspired, you may like to try your hand at your own artwork on the Studio’s easel, or create a personalised message to your loved one.
Artist Studio at Sweetacres offers so much peace, relaxation, and enjoyment for guests onsite as well as being ideally located to take advantage of the many cellar doors, restaurants, attractions, and activities within moments of your cottage. Sample the delights of Hermitage Road and dine at Botanica, and Piggs Peake. Sample excellent food and brew at The Farm where you can horse ride, take a Segway tour, or meet the animals! Enjoy terrific hospitality whilst wine-tasting at neighbouring Hunter Wine Lab, Wombat Crossing, Thomas Wines, Ironbark Hill Brewhouse, Keith Tulloch or Tintilla. Wedding guests will love being only moments from signature reception venues including Enzo, The White Barn and Greystone Estate. Sweetacres is only 7 minutes’ drive to the Hunter Valley Gardens, The Vintage Golf Course, Roche, and Hope Estates as well as all food and wine delights of Hermitage, Broke and Deasys Roads.
For the active at heart, take a bush walk around Sweetacres’ walking tracks past the billabong and the casuarina woodlands or, wander across the lawn to enjoy The Deck leisure area or a dip in the refreshing shared Guest saltwater pool. You may also like to hire a bike and take the Hermitage Road cycle track to explore the best this destination has on offer.
Please note Artist Studio at Sweetacres is NOT pet friendly.
Please Note: Sweetacres is not fully compliant for accessibility requirements, however we do have a Wheel Chair Ramp, Toilet Seat Safety Rails and a Shower Chair available (provided on request only). Please contact us to discuss your needs and we can advise if we can assist.
ACCOMMODATION Studio - King Bed
TARIFF Weekend - 2 night minimum up to 2 guests, $380 per night (Thursday-Sunday) Midweek - 2 night minimum up to 2 guests, $285 per night (Monday-Wednesday)
Infants under 2 are free.
Please note that a $40.00 booking fee is applicable for all bookings made.
SECURITY DEPOSIT A security deposit/bond of $300 is required for your stay and is payable as a credit card pre-authorisation. This will be processed approximately 24 - 48 hours before your arrival, so please ensure the funds are available at this time.
LONGER STAYS Please contact us for a customised quote for longer stays of 3 nights and over.
NOTES A 1-night stay may be accepted at discretion of Management within 14 days of the prospective arrival date. A surcharge is applicable on the 1-night stay, this will be calculated by our staff and quoted to you before the booking is confirmed.
Weekend Public Holiday, Easter, Christmas, and New Year periods require a minimum 3 night stay full weekend rate.
Concert and special event weekends in the Hunter Valley will have a set minimum night requirement to stay and may attract a surcharge.
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Property Registration Number 2320, PID-STRA-14594-1
Property # 7397494
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Pokolbin
Located in Pokolbin, this cottage is in a rural area. Australian Army Infantry Museum and Hope Estate are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Singleton Square and Singleton Plaza. Consider Tyrrell's Wines for a night out or Hunter Valley Wildlife Park if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
White Barn Pokolbin - 9 min drive - 2.6 km
Keith Tulloch Wine - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
Getting around
Branxton Station - 10 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 54 min drive
Restaurants
Branxton Fish & Chippery - 10 min drive
Huntlee Tavern - 11 min drive
Royal Federal Hotel - 10 min drive
Steamhouse Cafe - 10 min drive
4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Sweetacres - Artist Studio have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Sweetacres - Artist Studio?
As of 30 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweetacres - Artist Studio on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$835, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Sweetacres - Artist Studio pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Sweetacres - Artist Studio?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sweetacres - Artist Studio?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sweetacres - Artist Studio?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sweetacres - Artist Studio located?
This family-friendly Pokolbin cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Piggs Peake Winery, IronBark Hill Brewhouse and James Estate Wines. Tintilla Estate Vineyard and Olive Grove is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) away.
About the host
Hosted by Hunter Valley Stays
We are the Hunter Valley’s premier Accommodation and Property Management Group dedicated to providing high quality, self-contained accommodation to guests.
Hunter Valley Stays is privately owned, and has been welcoming guests since 2003. As fully licensed Property, Stock and Business Agents, we are experts at marketing, operating and managing privately owned properties for guests to enjoy.
We offer a truly personalised serviced so when you contact Hunter Valley Stays you can be confident that the person you will be speaking with lives and breathes the valley, and will be able to provide you with first hand knowledge of the property. Our 5 star hospitality background means that our team know, and place great importance on the ingredients that make your stay in the Hunter a welcoming and memorable one. Guests can also enjoy our many partnerships in the valley, to ensure your stay is more than you would expect. For this reason we happily welcome and host more than 20,000 guests annually.