Bathroom 5 - Separate toilet in Il Capannone Cottage
Toilet
Bathroom 6 - Located outside in Alfresco cabana, external access
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
Exceptional Hillside Playground
** Please note that the multi-functional sports court onsite offers only basketball or soccer, court is NOT used as a Tennis Court. Please also note that the 'spa' section in the pool is not functional. **
** We are pleased to be able to help Donkey Welfare with Heart Inc, providing our paddocks for some of their rescued donkeys, they will be present onsite from time to time. Please respect these donkeys have special needs and are under strict diets. So as tempting as it may be, please do not feed or pat the donkeys and under no circumstances enter the paddocks. **
Discover the epitome of elegance and luxury in the heart of Pokolbin. Colle Arcano Estate promises a holiday stay like no other, offering your own private resort oasis perched hillside with views of the Hunter’s iconic rolling vineyards and mountain range beyond.
Perfect for large groups of family and friends, wedding guests or milestone occasions, Colle Arcano Estate features 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms across the main house and guest cottage. Please note 1 Bathroom is located outdoors accessed from the covered cabana area.
The main residence exudes a five-star French provincial charm and features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, two of which are fitted with full sized, clawfoot baths. The guest cottage features a further two bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms.
On arrival, grand gates welcome you along the crushed granite, circular drive into this landscaped retreat. Step inside to be greeted with two inviting living spaces, one for summer and the other with a crackling wood fireplace crafted from hand-hewn stone creating a cosy ambience of the countryside. Both perfect spots to sink into the generous sofas, spend time with loved ones or catch a movie. The French Country style kitchen is an entertainers dream and is complemented by top-of-the-line Smeg appliances. The adjacent dining area features a huge picture window, perfectly framing the views of the lush green back yard, fire pit and rolling hills beyond. You’ll find an opulent games room and bar with a full-sized billiard table overlooking the pool and sensational outdoor entertainment precinct.
Step outside into a world of leisure and recreation and let the entertainer in you create memorable celebrations, long brunches, long lunches or cocktail hours in the property’s magnificent outdoor entertaining area that has the WOW factor.
As the centrepiece of this property, guests will enjoy a sparkling inground pool, nestled between the house and an undercover entertaining cabana area. Here, you'll find a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, BBQ, pizza oven, ensuring every meal is a culinary delight.
The large alfresco dining table and lounge zone provide the perfect setting for gatherings while a wet room with toilet and shower adds convenience to your outdoor experience. Adjacent to the pool, a multipurpose basketball court, complete with soccer goals at each end, guarantees endless family fun.
The backyard is a private oasis, featuring a lush green grass area and a generous fire pit zone with a feature sandstone retaining wall. This is where stories are shared, and memories are made under the starlit sky. Enjoy vistas of magical sunsets and watch Angus cows grazing on the rolling hills, immersing yourself in the tranquil beauty of the Hunter Valley.
Additionally, a short walk from the main house, you'll find a charming 2-bedroom cottage. It features a covered alfresco entertaining area with a BBQ, dining table, spa tub and a fire pit ensuring your guests have a luxurious retreat of their own.
Should you wish to venture out and explore, Iron Gate Estate winery, Hanging Tree and Mira Wines are just a short stroll away. Saddlers Creek Wines, Kelman Vineyard, Savannah Estate, Usher Tinkler, Audrey Wilkinson, Ben Ean and Baume Restaurant are all just a short drive away. Duck into Cessnock for some supplies, just 6 minutes away, and do some further sightseeing with Hunter Valley Gardens & Hunter Valley Wildlife Park less then 10 minutes’ drive away.
If you’re seeking a weekend of pure indulgence, relaxation and outdoor adventure, Colle Arcano Estate is your dream destination, just a short 2-hour drive from Sydney. This is your opportunity to have your own private resort, where every moment is infused with luxury and beauty, making it a truly unforgettable Hunter Valley stay.
Please note that this property is NOT pet friendly.
Please note, Colle Arcano Estate has exterior security cameras to monitor the exterior of the home only for the protection of the property. Security cameras are commonplace at many of our rural properties. Footage is private and remains the property of the owner, and will only be used for insurance liability reasons, to monitor occupancy and other policies noted in our Terms & Conditions. They, in no way, are there to infringe upon the expectation of privacy of guests in these exterior areas. To disable or obscure the cameras is prohibited and may result in loss of security deposit or eviction.
ACCOMMODATION Maximum 10 adults and 2 children or 8 adults and 2 children in individual beds Please note that one of the 5.5 Bathrooms is an outdoor bathroom located in the cabana beside the pool near the Main House.
Main House Bedroom One - 1 King Bed (Only) with ensuite (2) Bedroom Two - 1 Queen Bed with ensuite (2) Bedroom Three – 2 Bunk Beds (please note the two bottom bunks will fit 1 adult each. The two top bunks are suitable for children aged under 13 years only). (4)
Il Capannone Cottage Bedroom One - 1 King Bed or Two King Singles (2) Bedroom Two - 1 King Bed or Two King Singles (2)
TARIFF
Weekend - minimum 2 nights for up to 10 guests (adults or children) $1,794 per night (Thu-Fri or Fri-Sat or Sat-Sun) Midweek - minimum 2 nights for up to 10 guests (adults or children) $1,345 per night (Mon-Thu) Extra children aged 2-12 are charged at $64 per child per night. Infants under 2 are free.
Please note that a $40 booking fee is applicable for all bookings made.
SECURITY DEPOSIT A security deposit/bond of $1500 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.
CATERING AND IN-HOUSE CHEFS For all Catering and In-House Chef recommendations please reach out to Hunter Valley Stays and we would be happy to send through a list of recommended suppliers.
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.
This Private Home is proudly Property Managed by Hunter Valley Stays on the Owner’s behalf.
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Pokolbin
Located in Pokolbin, this holiday home is in a rural area. Hunter Valley Gardens and Werakata National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Hunter Valley Wildlife Park and Binnorie Dairy. Ready for a night out? Consider Roche Estate and Tyrrell's Wines. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding nearby.
Cypress Lakes Golf and Country Club - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
Getting around
Greta Station - 22 min drive
Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Saddler's Creek Wines - 3 min drive
West End Take Away - 8 min drive
Oporto - 8 min drive
KFC - 8 min drive
The Italian Cottage - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
on 12 June 2026 start from NZ$1,907, 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 Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Colle Arcano Estate - Exceptional Hillside Playground in Pokolbin
located?
This family-friendly Pokolbin holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Hanging Tree Wines and Saddlers Creek Wines. Drayton's Family Wines and The Valley Brewhouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Overall outside area of the house around the bbq area and pool was dirtier than it should have been Shower in the master was not working correctly , water pressure was almost non existent. Location of the second part of the accommodation was not ideal but overall we were very pleased with the stay , thank you
Daniele G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2025
Hi Daniele, Thank you for taking the time to respond and review your stay at Colle Arcano Estate - it was very much our pleasure to host you and your guests here. We appreciate any feedback of any kind, so thank you for your comments regarding your stay. We have shared all of this with our maintenance and housekeeping teams. Kind regards, The team at Hunter Valley Stays
Hi Luke, thank you for your review and we are glad that you had such a lovely time at Colle Arcano Estate - it was our pleasure to host you and your guests here. Thank you again for your review and we look forward to welcome you back again. Kind regards, The team at Hunter Valley Stays
Hi Carolyn, Thank you for giving your stay 5 stars out of 5. We are thrilled that you had such a lovely time at Colle Arcano Estate - it was our pleasure to host you and your guests here. Thank you again for your fabulous review and we look forward to welcome you back again. Kind regards, The team at Hunter Valley Stays
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.