Where is a good region in Aus to spend a week with good food, wine and a log fire in Winter?

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Asgre

Being a foodie and a wine lover may I suggest either the Victorian wine regions, or the Barossa in South Australia. The Hunter is ok, but I don't rate either the accommodation the food nor the value for money as highly.

The Blue Mountains are awesome this time of the year as is the Southern Highlands, Berry, Bowral and the like. Anywhere near Sydney, you will be paying more than you would else where.

Bright in Victoria is gorgeous but gets busy in the winter as it is the gateway to their alpine region and the New South Wales alpine resorts such as Perisher-Blue and Thredbo have snow but charm an arm and a leg for the privilege of skiing on it as well as accommodating yourself there.

fruitsalad

There are lots of great places - Tasmania, Blue Mountains, Adelaide Hills, Southern Highlands, the Dandenongs, Margaret River region and wine regions such as Barossa Valley, Hunter Valley, Clare Valley are some suggestions.

Mel

Depends on which state your looking at. There is the Hunter Valley near Newcastle, Coolongatta near Nowra, Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands, etc in NSW.
Barossa Valley, Margaret River, are some bigger known wine regions throughout Australia.

Amy

the blue mountains are wonderful. you get alot of b&b's with fireplaces and the best views. And being only an hour or so out of sydney its really easy. Or alternatively the Hunter valley is nice also, especially the food and wine

He's gone fishing.

The blue mountains for sure, great food, wine, log fires, arty shops and amazing scenery. Go to the 3 sisters and have a look. However it can get a little pricey and you will need a log fire in winter as it gets that cold it would freeze the b#lls off a brass monkey. lol. However it is a great area to visit.

BiG A

I stay in New Lambton when i visit Australia. It's not touristy at all and very laid back. Close to most of the locales mentioned above. Enjoy.

Evy

Maleny or Montville which is the Sunshine Coast hinterland is a good place to stay during the winter.The food and wine in the area is excellent. For accommodation The Narrows Escape Rainforest Retreat, in Montville is a good place, check out the website -www.narrowescape.com.au.

keith.viccars

the barrosa valley region in south australia. it is well known for great wines and great food

Katy Can But Doesn't

Hunter Valley wineries.

Thredbo Alpine Village, if you want the snow and the feeling of being completely removed from the world.

Hunter Valley tourist page: http://www.huntertourist.com.au/?gclid=CKmEtfzoz5MCFQntegod9A03jQ

Thredbo page: http://www.thredbo.com.au/inthevillage/

squid ink

Without a doubt, hands-down....it's Coonawarra, SA. Nestled amongst the largest expanse of vineyard outside of Bordeaux, the Coonawarra Wine Region in South Australia's South East corner produces not only Australia's finest Cabernets but arguably the world's finest. Abundant with not only stunning, sexy wine, the region abounds in the perfect accompaniment - Aussie beef. For classic sirloin, drop in and see Meeky the butcher for a meal you won't forget in a hurry or spoil yourself at one of the region's stunning restaurants - run by locals, of course.
Tell your boss you're taking a four day weekend - and mean it. Don't worry, you're too valuable to not be allowed to take some time off. Situated four hours drive south-east of Adelaide and five hours west of Melbourne you can cruise along the Great Ocean Road from Melbourne to get there - or go through the Grampians. If you've never done this drive you don't know what you're missing!
You can fly to Mount Gambier from Melbourne or Adelaide, but if you're a mad-keen wino you'll have to bring the biggest vehicle you have, load it up, take it home and show off your purchases to only your most appreciative friends.
Escape the madness of the city this winter for some friendly hospitality where you can enjoy fresh air, peace and quiet, wood fires, great food and wine......oh, and get some well-earned r&r.

granmayeti

Mount Beauty in north east Vic, all of the above and more..:)

professorkdub

Tasmania's great for that sort of thing, also Hunter Valley NSW or Blue Mountains NSW

Sally P

Hunter Valley. It'll be really cold but they have great wineries there.

oldnodd

Cradle Mountain in Tassie is probably yur best bet for combining your three requisites. Mind blowing scenery and one of the biggest open log fires I've ever seen.

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