I cannot tell a lie, the highlight of my stay at Pemberley Grange was meeting these three little guys.
They’re miniature donkeys, and yes they are young but fully grown at this cute size.
Sweet!
Surrounded by swathes of grass, and with an in-ground pool close by, the suites at Pemberley Grange are spacious and have fab views over the valley.
I stayed at Pemberley Grange (which used to be known as Fergusons) for two nights recently and loved the sense of being right in the heart of the countryside, far from urban sprawl and cares.
Each self-contained suite has a king bed, seating area and private terrace with views over the local vineyards. Two of the suites have spa baths. Each suite has a small kitchen, with fridge, microwave and a two hot plate cook top. Very handy.
Pemberley Grange is a great option for groups, 12 people can be accommodated in the six suites.
It’s not an ideal location for young children however, since there is a dam on the property, alongside the BBQ and viewing platform.
I do appreciate a lot of space in a bathroom, and the wee kitchen area was handy too.
Even since I’ve been back in Sydney, I’ve been missing that fresh country air.
Sigh……
Pemberley Grange – The Details
Address: Hill Street, Broke
Tel: 02 6570 1046
Website: click here
Your hosts, Jane and Ross Hillyard, are very friendly and can give you all sorts of information about the local area.
Play your cards right and you can visit the miniature donkeys too!
Read my other posts about this rustic and very special part of the Hunter Valley:
Four Wineries in Broke, Hunter Valley
Seven Tips For Planning A Trip To Broke in the Hunter Valley
Are you planning an adults-only getaway somewhere nice this year?
Do you love the smell of fresh country air like I do?
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I stayed as a guest at Pemberley Grange. Thanks you very much to my lovely hosts, your hospitality was much appreciated.
Lydia C. Lee
That BBQ area looks lovely…and I’d really love that alfresco dinner. How special would that be?!
Seana Smith
And food always tastes better when eaten in the fresh air, and the air is soooo fresh out there in the countryside.
Robyn
Oooh that looks divine – perfect escape for a few days xx
Seana Smith
I am dying to take the kids. I didn’t visit the llama farm when I was there, one can stay there too and we might look at that. My twinnies would love a visit.
Martine
That outdoor dining area looks gorgeous! Could definitely see myself there!
Seana Smith
Me too, I didn’t sit down there at all, was too busy dashing about with a tripod. Next time.
Johanna
What a very pretty place. I love that you have hills to look out on 😉 Those diddly donkeys would have stolen my heart too 🙂
Seana Smith
They are very cute, and I am so wishing that I could find the closer up shots I took of their faces and furry ears… where are those photos?? It’s fun to meet new animals and I’d never heard of miniature donkeys before.
GourmetGetaways
What a gorgeous place!
I love the setting and the atmosphere, being in “wine country” is a plus too 😉
Grace
I don’t think I’ve ever seen miniature donkeys! How cute are they?!
And your room! Looks pretty cosy and divine to me.
Desire Empire
It looks superb and I think those donkeys would be the highlight of my daughters trip as well.
Carolyn