McCaffrey's Estate
Location: 614 Hermitage Road, Pokolbin, au
Star Rating: 9.6 Stars
Property Type: Guest houses
About this Property
Boutique Vineyard Experience
At McCaffrey's Estate, immerse yourself in the serene beauty of the Hunter Valley from a family-run vineyard. Indulge in wine tastings at the on-site Cellar Door and savor fresh eggs from resident chickens while kangaroos grace the vineyard.
Cozy Cottages with Modern Amenities
Relax in self-contained cottages equipped with air conditioning, a full kitchen, and entertainment options like bluetooth stereos and a fireplace. Stay warm with electric blankets on chilly nights and enjoy the convenience of a private patio with a BBQ overlooking picturesque gardens.
Convenient Location and Personalized Services
Located near Hunter Valley Gardens, the guest house offers wine tours and concert transfers. With thoughtful touches like breakfast hampers, McCaffrey's Estate ensures a memorable stay tailored to your preferences.
Book now to experience the charm of McCaffrey's Estate and create lasting memories in the heart of the Hunter Valley.
Important Information
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform McCaffrey's Estate in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.
For wine tours and concert transfers, please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Swimming pool: Closed from Fri, May 1, 2026 until Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/check-out
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Board games/puzzles
- Grocery deliveries
- Salt-water pool
- Outdoor furniture
- Shallow end
- Fence around pool
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Smoke alarms
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Key access
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Express check-in
- Access to nearby outdoor pool
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Beach umbrellas
- Pool sun loungers
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Exercise/lap pool
- Japanese garden
- Swimming nearby
Rooms Available
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Classic Cottage
2 Double Beds
Furnished patio with vineyard views
Layout - 2 bedrooms, living room, and sitting area
Relax - Fireplace
Entertainment - 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Kitchenette with stovetop, microwave, cookware/dishware, and coffee/tea maker
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, iron/ironing board, and highchair
Comfort - Air conditioning and heating
Accessibility - Tile flooring in room
Eco-friendly - Recycling bin
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Dining table
- Toilet paper
- Shampoo
- Yard
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Room and bed type depend on availability check-in
- Bedsheets provided
- Highchair
- Soap
- Local maps
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Paper towels
- Restaurant dining guide
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
- Kitchen island
- Travel crib
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Two-Bedroom Cottage
Merlot Cottage features a living area with a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen and outdoor seating. It has a private outdoor patio with a BBQ and views over the Merlot vines and olive grove.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- CD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Tile/marble floor
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Electric blankets
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Child safety socket covers
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Salt water pool
- Shallow end
- Pool cover
- Wine or champagne
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
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Deluxe Two-Bedroom Cottage
Cabernet Cottage features a living area with a fireplace overlooking the cabernet vines. The fully equipped kitchen opens out to the private balcony with outdoor seating and a BBQ enjoying the view of the entire vineyard and the perfect place to watch the sunset with a glass of wine.
Cabernet Cottage has two bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with your choice of king or twin beds. If you require twin beds in the second bedroom please note this at the time of booking.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Radio
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- DVD player
- CD player
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Stovetop
- Toaster
- Barbecue
- Cleaning products
- Electric blankets
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Child safety socket covers
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Salt water pool
- Shallow end
- Pool cover
- Wine or champagne
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Smoke alarm
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
- Hand sanitiser
Guest Reviews
- Gillian (9/5): - Really appreciated the breakfast food supplied and the wine, it made everything so easy.
- Ingrid (10/5): - Extremely clean, friendly staff, very accomodating.
- Jessica (8/5): Beautiful peaceful stay in the heart of wine country - Beautiful views, lovely staff, great location. Nothing
- Leonardo (10/5): -
- Travis (10/5): - Everything was exceptional. We will definitely be back Nothing
- Seijiro (9/5): -
- Sarah (10/5): Our stay was so lovely , Declan and Danielle were very lovely, great hosts and it was a great location, would definitely - Great location , nice and relaxing ,very private and everything we needed was there . N/A
- Emma (9/5): The location was lovely, great pool and lovely place to stay, would stay again. - The location was lovely, great pool and lovely place to stay, would stay again. Would recommend for families. We enjoyed the stay, and the EV charger was a bonus. Thank you. Nothing was great.
- Renae (10/5): Our stay at Merlot Cottage was magical and we will be back again! - I loved how quiet and peaceful the property was and all the special touches including the breakfast hamper and complimentary bottle of wine. We had everything we needed in the kitchen for cooking and plenty of platters and cheese knives for a nibbles board. There was also ample fire wood for the fireplace. There wasn’t anything we didn’t like. The only feedback I have, is perhaps to stock a roll of paper towel in the kitchen.
- S.D (8/5): great 2 days whislt in the valley for a wedding - breakfast great , hosts great, cellar door excellent, surrounding area great.
- Paul Pollard (10/5): Will be back - Beautiful place
- Andrea (9/5): -
- Paul (7/5): -
- Michael (10/5): It was perfect for our stay as we attended a wedding right across the road. - Cosy, yet plenty of room for 4 people. Everything was great
- Ciele (10/5): Such a great little stay! - Such a great little stay! It had all the appliance you could need plus the included breakfast and wine was so nice, it’s the little things that make it so great. It’s a good location to nearby breweries and eateries.
- Simon (9/5): - Location was awesome, cottage was very clean. Danielle was very welcoming. Nothing everything was to a very high standard
- Tracy (10/5): -
- Ethan (10/5): - I enjoyed the serenity of the property and it had lots of space for the kids to run around outside. The breakfast provided was very nice with an added bottle of wine which was a great gesture. Nothing that was in control of the owners power but we must have come in bindi season as my kids learnt the hard way.
- Neil (10/5): We'll be back again. Perfect location and just a nice feel. - The big things were first class - location, cleanliness, amenities. But it was all the little things that made this a great stay. The property itself, breakfast, their own wine. Danielle was terrific. No screen door on the front. Not a major problem.
- Christoph (10/5): Traumunterkunft in den Winelands ! - Gastgeber und Gastgeberin waren sehr freundlich und hatten viele Tipps, vorab bereits gute Kommunikation. Das Häuschen ist ein Traum, war überraschend groß, super schön eingerichtet, sehr gepflegt und es fehlte an nichts. Im Garten Schafe und in den Reben die Kanguruhs und viele Vögel. Als wir ankamen brannte der Kaminofen und es war mollig warm. Wir haben uns gleich sehr wohl gefühlt. Auch die Weinprobe ist zu empfehlen, der Wein ist sehr gut. Auch den Kindern hat es super gefallen. Wir würden sofort wiederkommen! Da gibt's wirklich gar nichts zu meckern !
- Jo (9/5): -
- Katy (10/5): Cosy vineyard cottage - We had a wonderfully warm welcome and were delighted with the generous breakfast hamper. The cottage had a lovely homely feel and was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Nestled on the vineyard, it was peaceful and relaxing - we would definitely come back!
- Anita (10/5): We enjoyed our stay and would come again. Danielle & Declan are really warm hosts & staying at a small vineyard - It was clean and welcoming with wood all chopped & ready for the fire. Also had split system aircon. Cozy!
Fresh organic eggs from the chooks in the backyard, bacon, bread, butter & a good selection of cereals. And a bottle of wine included.
Beautiful firepit outside where we toasted marshmallows. So nice to sit there and watch the sun go down, hear the birds and then the frogs. Beautiful starry night sky too.
Really nice wine & cheese tasting where Declan took us through all the wines and explained the good pairings. Don’t miss this! He is a wealth of information. Felt double beds were a bit small as our beds at home are huge. Ok for a night or two though.
- Louise (10/5): Exceptional - Location, facilities, amenities, hosts Our stay wasn't long enough 😉
- Sumarah (10/5): Cosy Cottage Stay ❤️ - -Family friendly
-hosts were super accommodating
-clean and tidy
-ingredients for breakfast provided
-the fire and cut wood made it super cosy
I would definitely stay here again. It was such a lovely time.
- Leanne (10/5): Exceptional -
- Adam (9/5): Very welcoming country cottage stay. - Country cottage feel was comforting.
The bacon, bread and farm fresh eggs a nice touch. Everything was fine.
- Alan (10/5): Exceptional -
- Lynn (10/5): An amazing stay - We had an amazing stay we were looked after so well . Cottage had everything you could need. Wine tasting was such good fun and very interesting . We will stay longer next time
- Caroline (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely stay as a weekend break from Sydney, and an excellent location to explore the Hunter Valley from. Danielle and Declan were friendly and easy to communicate with. Would highly recommend their wine tasting additionally. N/a
- Drent (9/5): Superb -
- Chris (10/5): Exceptional - Lovely comfortable cottage with everyting needed including breakfast with fresh eggs from the Chooks in the garden. Delicious wine from the Cellar Door and a relaxed, interesting wine tasting with the host. The pool was very welcoming in the hot afternoon and we enjoyed watching the Kangaroos and Wallabies in the evening.
- Vikki (10/5): Highly recommend for a perfect stay in the Hunter Valley - We were so impressed and happy with everything during our stay. The cottage is so cute and comfortable and a perfect location. Sitting in amongst some of the vines and so quiet. The breakfast supplies that were provided were a lovely surprise and very appreciated. We would definitely recommend McCaffrey's Estate and will stay here again next time we are in the Hunter. Thank you so much for making our Hunter stay so perfect. That we had to leave
- Adam (10/5): - A lovely stay, very accommodating and helpful
- Thompson (10/5): The reset we needed - Danielle and Declan made sure we had toys and setup for the kids to be happy and comfortable, with the animals and vineyard at the doorstep making it so special, making memories. My husband and I had a bottle of rose waiting for us, to enjoy after the kids were asleep, overlooking the sunset on the vines, with wallabies right near our door. Close to all the activities but also, a great spot to relax, with a day by the pool, enjoying nature. Exactly what we needed.
- Ludmila (10/5): Cozy cottage in wine world - Beautiful cottage located in small vineyard with nice view. Comfortable beds and having bbq was a gem.
- Bonnie (10/5): - Such a great place to stay. Super nice cottage run by such great people. Really nice to have wine tasting at the cellar door. Great to have a pool and so many chances to spot animals
- Ruston (10/5): - Danielle was a fantastic host! So easy to communicate with, and has really thought of everything with the property. We stayed here for a weekend with our 6 month old and had the best time! We were even able treated to some bread, milk, bacon and fresh eggs upon arrival - not to mention the bottle of wine.
Would recommend this property to all our friends and family!
- Sebastian (9/5): Excellent stay at McCaffrey’s - Perfect location and great size
- Allison (10/5): wine country stay - the cottage was stocked with basic kitchen needs, bread butter, salt and pepper etc.
was roomy and comfortable we didn't like that we had to leave
- Tracey (10/5): - We had a fantastic time at McCaffrey’s Estate. The cottage was perfect for our family of 3. Everything was clean and tidy, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The bread, milk, bacon, eggs and wine added a lovely personal touch. The pool was lovely and refreshing on our first afternoon. We had a wine tasting experience with Timothy that we really enjoyed as well. Would highly recommend McCaffrey’s and we look forward to returning again soon.
- Jason (9/5): Declan and Danielle were perfect hosts, the location was second to none and the facilities perfect - Location was excellent and the wine tasting that Declan organised for us was excellent, the wines were great and the match cheese was a great touch. The Cottage was perfect for the four of us and we had an amazing two day stay, we'll be back for sure. We would absolutely recommend the Estate to anyone thinking of staying. We liked everything about the Estate and our lovely hosts
- Antonio (10/5): Exceptional -
- Sue (10/5): Very relaxing and comfortable - Breakfast was great
- Abigail (10/5): Calm and relaxing. Great place to stay. - this place is very special. Calm and quiet and relaxing. In winter we had the wood fire going and it was just awesome. Hosts were super nice and had a little breakfast supplies set up when we arrived. Nothing. It was perfect.
- Mark (8/5): Very good - Firewood was supplied for your own outdoor fire pit and indoor fire, own bbq made cooking easy
- Richard (8/5): Very good -
- Goyko (10/5): Exceptional - The place had everything we needed, including a fire place.
It was very clean and spacious.
Good breakfast was provided.
Hosts were very friendly and helpful.
A bottle of white wine found in the fridge was a very nice touch.
The back verandah overlooks the dam and vineyard.
We will be back. Everything was fine.
- Cherie (9/5): Superb -
- Dave (10/5): Perfect accommodation that met all our needs and enabled us to have a fantastic break. - Location was central to the local wineries and restaurants. Hosts we very friendly and approachable. The pool was amazing. It was great to see the kangaroos in amongst the vines in the morning. The breakfast and wine provided were excellent. The accommodation was really well equipped, homely and the beds were super comfortable. we didn't feel there was anything unlikable about the accommodation, location or hosts.
- Todd (10/5): Exceptional - Clean and well equipped and the breakfast each day was amazing!
- Franziska (9/5): Fantastic stay on a downright beautiful estate! - 10/10 recommend! We had the Cabernet Cottage and it was absolutely fantastic - the estate is beautiful, the cottage is so thoughtfully and lovingly furnished and decorated and the kitchen is equipped with everything you need for a a great cookout. The pool is fun and we saw kangaroos between the vines when strolling over the estate. We even did a wine and cheese tasting on arrival which I recommend!
- Denise (9/5): Superb -
- Anastasios (10/5): The stay at McCaffrey’s made for a memorable weekend. - Quiet , serene location. With a country vibe.
Walking the vines , early morning was a nice way to start the day.
Time in a salt pool at midday was a welcome retreat from the Hunter warmth. Regrets that my stay was only for 3 days.
- Ezza (10/5): Exceptional -
- Ash (8/5): Very good -
- Joanne (9/5): Perfectly peaceful … - Beautiful peaceful location with friendly hosts. Was lovely to have a breakfast hamper included and to be able to walk through the vineyards. Highly recommended.
- Luk (9/5): Superb -
- By (9/5): Superb -
- Casey (10/5): Cosy and warm thanks to the fire place but also the rosé - Super cute cabin, on a great property with chickens you can visit. Really comfortable for two couples. Great decking area for a wine and cheese afternoon. We highly recommend the Rosé from the cellar door :)
- Victor (10/5): Exceptional -
- Andreas (9/5): Superb -
- Ben (10/5): Exceptional -
- Michelle (10/5): Host Danielle was wonderful, cabin was clean, cozy, location perfect. - My friend and I loved our stay at McCaffrey's Estate which was perfect for our long weekend getaway. The cabin was what we imagined, had everything, clean, cute and so cozy especially with the fireplace on cold nights. They also have their own winery to visit and taste. The host Danielle was so lovely, welcoming which made us feel so at home with a lovely bottle of wine, bacon, eggs and bread for breakfast the next morning. The position of McCaffrey's was in a perfect location, still close to all shops, wineries, attractions etc., but still had that beautiful quiet nature country feeling. If you are looking for that quiet relaxing atmosphere, I would recommend McCaffery's. Nothing negative to say about our stay at McCaffrey's.
- Marita (10/5): Wonderful weekend stay - Lovely location and the Merlot Cottage had everything we needed including good brekkie options. The wine tasting was most enjoyable and the wine was really good. That we couldn’t stay longer to enjoy the fire pit.
- Paul (10/5): Very peaceful location. - Beautiful little cottage N/A
- Kelley (10/5): Relaxing - didn’t disappoint - Beautiful clean little cottage with everything you could require. Lovely deck to enjoy the vineyard views while relaxing with our meal and drinks. The breakfast hamper was generous and appreciated. Nice hot shower too!
- Jessie (10/5): Perfect location and stay - It was clean and comfortable, we very much enjoyed the pool and walking around the property.
The host was lovely and provided Great recommendations. Highly recommend.
Right in the heart of the hunter!
- Chris (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing location and host. Highly recommend
- Praveen.chandran (9/5): Nice estate and cottage, we had a great stay - Location was fantastic, the estate was beautiful.
The cottage was neat and well appointed.
The toys that Danielle provided was the best part for us. Our little one had a great time!
Fresh breakfast supplies as well. And the complimentary wine bottle was a nice touch.
Danielle was a kind host and communicated very well.
- Sabitzer (10/5): Exceptional - Located on a beautiful estate in the heart of the HunterValley. The cottage was well appointed and the grounds beautiful. We stayed for a weekend to attend a wedding and had a wonderful time. The staff were both friendly and accommodating. I would definitely recommend and will be returning in the future.
- Anthony (10/5): Exceptional -
- Rachel (3/5): Poor -
- Nicole (7/5): Good -
- Sarah (8/5): Very good -
- Tracey (10/5): Amazing place to stay we’re going back next year! - Such a gorgeous property, very clean & comfortable! Our hosts were the lovely so caring & thoughtful. nothing
- Axel (8/5): Very good -
- Jacqui (10/5): peaceful scenic accomodation in a central location - the property was absolutely beautiful with grape vines at both the front and back door. a fire pit area out the back and such a peaceful location nothing. and I mean that. it was absolutely perfect
- Nick (10/5): Perfect and relaxing - great surroundings and peaceful. Had everything we required and helpful owners. Nothing
- Michael (9/5): Superb -
- Tamryn (10/5): BOOK THIS NOW!!! WHAT A GEM! - We loved all of the personal touches. There was nothing we went without. It felt like home away from home. The free firewood and ice creams, the little blankie draped across the crib, the board games and baby toys. It made our trip easy! We were never bored Honestly everything was great! But if I had to nit pick, the kitchen table was really sticky. Even after a good wipe down. I think it could do with a good sand and varnish. But it really wasn't a big problem at all.
- Khaleefa (9/5): Superb - Awesome cottage. Very private, quiet and serene.
Enjoyed walking through the vineyard.
Amenities and other attractions are not that far away. We enjoyed a nice dinner on the patio.
Had a great 3 days stay at McCaffrey's Estate and absolutely loved it.
- Brad (10/5): Exceptional -
- Jason (10/5): Gorgeous stay in a convenient location! - This property is beautiful! The views of the vineyards on each side of the house are beautiful. The house is comfy, cosy and clean. We wished it had’ve been a little colder so we could have put the fire on! But the electric blankets were perfect. Danielle left us some wonderful treats of which we were appreciative of! Can’t wait to go back! N/A
- Anonymous (10/5): Exceptional -
- Clare (10/5): Beautiful and spacious cabin - The cabin was spotless, beautifully decorated and there was plenty of breakfast supplies. Our time was limited, I would have liked to stay longer.
- Jan (10/5): Such a quant, cosy and perfect cottage. -
- Lauren (10/5): Exceptional -
- Deniz (10/5): Beautiful vineyard stay - Beautiful landscape, great location, well-appointed and comfortable accommodation, very welcoming hosts.
- Annie (9/5): Superb -
- David (10/5): Exceptional -
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