Hill Top Country Guest House

Family-friendly B&B in mountains in Lovedale

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Nestled in the mountains, Hill Top Country Guest House offers a tranquil retreat with game and wildlife viewing, shopping on site, and a serene garden. Explore your adventurous side with ecotours or horseback riding then unwind with spa services or by the fireplace in the lobby.
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Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Breakfast available
  • Childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

Mountain view
Hill Top Villa | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Hill Top Villa | Private kitchenette | Shared fridge, coffee/tea maker
Hill Top Villa | Balcony

Hill Top Villa

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Kookaburra Lodge | Mountain view
Kookaburra Lodge | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Kookaburra Lodge | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Kookaburra Lodge | Balcony

Kookaburra Lodge

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Garden view
Deluxe Room | Living area | TV
Deluxe Room | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, towels, shampoo, toilet paper
Deluxe Room | Property grounds

Deluxe Room

Very good

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Garden view
  • 144 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Standard Room  | Courtyard view
Standard Room  | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Standard Room  | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, towels, shampoo, toilet paper
Standard Room  | Courtyard view

Standard Room

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Garden view
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated
Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, memory foam beds, individually decorated

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Ensuite

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
288 Talga Road, Lovedale, NSW, 2320

What's nearby

  • Wandin Estate Winery - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Gartelmann Wines - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Lovedale Smokehouse Cafe, Charcuterie & Majors Lane Cooking School - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Allandale Winery - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • The Vintage Golf Club - 13 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 46 min drive
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 140 min drive
  • Greta Station - 10 min drive
  • Lochinvar Station - 17 min drive
  • Branxton Station - 18 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪NINETEEN Hunter Valley - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Fudge Factory - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Huntlee Tavern - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pescara - ‬18 min drive

About this property

Hill Top Country Guest House

Hill Top Country Guest House is a great choice for a stay in Lovedale. Free self parking is an added perk, and guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, horse riding/rentals, and mountain biking.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite RV/bus/truck parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Supervised childcare

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Mountain biking
  • Wildlife and game drive
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Horse riding/rentals
  • Shopping
  • Pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Built in 1985
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Arcade/game room
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace

More

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Shared accommodations

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 12 to 30 for adults, and AUD 10 to 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Hill Top Country Guest House B&B Rothbury
Hill Top Country Lovedale
Hill Top Country Guest House Rothbury
Hill Top Country Guest House Greater Newcastle/Rothbury
Hill Top Country Guest House B&B Lovedale
Hill Top Country Guest House Lovedale
Hill Top Country Guest House Bed & breakfast
Hill Top Country Guest House Bed & breakfast Lovedale

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Hill Top Country Guest House?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hill Top Country Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hill Top Country Guest House?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hill Top Country Guest House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at Hill Top Country Guest House and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like horseback riding, mountain biking, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours, game viewing, and a wildlife and game drive. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.

Does Hill Top Country Guest House have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a yard.

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Hill Top Country Guest House Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

7.8

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Very good

Very pleasant and beautiful views location
Louise, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

People where lovely
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

No shops nearby not enough cooking facilities no access to bbq area
Kaye, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hilltop

Beautiful place up on top of hill. Rooms are ok. We had one with the ensuite which was ok water pressure a bit low. The place needs a bit of tlc. Yes I would book their again for the trees view and how quiet it was.
Robert, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Disappointing

Our Cottage was upstairs above a frequently used bathroom by campers all through the night The photos and description did not mention that the cottage was part of a facility used by people camping on the property We were given no instructions to locate key The cottage had dirty towels and the bedding was dirty Also we had no water one night due to a camper emptying the tank Very overpriced and disappointing compared to the description and photos
Rachel, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

View and location were fantastic. Cosy fire huge bed Quite dated could have done with a spring clean as things like fans quite dusty and villa had a musty smell
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely room with beautiful antique bed. Very peaceful with lots of wildlife.
Dsn, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Location wise good, lovely view. Guest house tired. Standard room very basic and small with limited facilities. OK for overnight stay but I would not recommend for several day stay.
Maree, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely retreat. Super friendly staff. Great location. Everything you need for a lovely getaway weekend.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hill Top is Excellent

Margaret the owner is a lovely person and her accommodations are like being at home. It’s secluded and quiet yet close enough to all the area features to mage it convenient. Lots of kangaroos on the area.
Eric, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Beautiful rural stay

We went away for some peace and quiet, and that's what we got on a beautiful Aussie background with kangaroos in abundance. Off the beaten track but well worth it.

8/10 Very good

The B&B is set in an amazing area and has fantastic views. The room was very clean and pleasant and comfortable. We were a little disappointed with the bathroom facilities and the ability to keep the water at a comfortable level.

2/10 Poor

WARNING DO NOT BOOK THIS HOTEL

It was out 1st family holiday with our new baby and had been so excited ..i booked online in advance. We drove to the accommodation after a very long day, our baby tired and us. Only to show up as it was getting dark hours away from home. The rude owner told us unapologeticly that it had been cancelled and she tried to call me (once) which she didnt. She just turned us away. My baby was crying as was i. We were hours away from home with nowhere to stay on a long weekend and every other hotel booked out. We had no choice but to drive 5 hours home again and cancel our trip. As we were leaving another couple were also checking straight out as they said the room was nothing like advertised online and had a shared toilet and bathroom. They were disgusted at the state of the room. Please don't spoil your break and stay here. The owner is very rude. There's lots of lovely places to stay in the area and this is definitely NOT one of them. We will never forget out 1st family holiday ruined by this horrible experience which could have been so easily fixed.

6/10 Good

Wasn't as advertised

Booked a standard room - and never saw that it was for a joint bathroom until I read reviews (when already booked). Went back in to the booking form and still couldn't find any reverence to a shared bathroom. Facilities included air conditioning, ceiling fans and a tv. The aircon wasn't efficient or controlled by room, the ceiling fan made an awful noise at all speeds - had to have it on low to keep the air circulating on these hot days! No tv - not in the standard room or in the communal area that was adjoining the standard rooms. Was a lovely property with beautiful views, horses and kangaroos. Would be good for a large group.

8/10 Very good

Facilities: Nice ; Value: Affordable; Service: Courteous; Cleanliness: Pleasant;

8/10 Very good

Facilities: Nice ; Value: Reasonable; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Faultless;

8/10 Very good

Facilities: Nothing special; Value: Could be better;

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Fantastic; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Spotless; We loved it

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Good; Value: Great deal; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Delightful;

10/10 Exceptional

The wine tours where great fun and the horse riding recommended

10/10 Exceptional

Facilities: Home away from home; Value: Great deal, Bargain; Service: Outstanding; Cleanliness: Gleaming, Beautiful; Such a welcoming, homely place

8/10 Very good

No

8/10 Very good

Facilities: A little dated; Value: Acceptable price; Service: Friendly; Cleanliness: Clean;

6/10 Good

Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip