19 Aug 2013
MOUNT LOFTY HOUSE
Adelaide Hills | South Australia
Just 15 minutes from Adelaide's CBD and part of Accor's exclusive MGallery Collection of distinctive boutique hotels
One of South Australia's iconic country manor houses, Mount Lofty House is renowned for tailoring unique conferences and retreats of all sizes, with the added option of "exclusive use" for those seeking an "all-in-one" private locale for an unforgettable event in the picturesque Adelaide Hills.
Take the keys to the Mount Lofty country estate!
Increasingly popular at Mount Lofty House is "exclusive use" - the ultimate approach to retreat-based conferencing and special events. Providing complete privacy and a dedicated team of staff to cater for every need, "exclusivity" offers a private group the entirety of the Mount Lofty's accommodation and facilities, theirs alone for sole use.
For smaller groups, individual wings of the estate can also be entirely booked, offering a similar experience to "exclusive use", with guests utilising a private section of the manor house complete with their own secluded surrounds, private chefs and kitchen, personal butler service, and bespoke touches.
Mount Lofty House is a conference, retreats and events specialist
With an absolute focus on tailored and customised events, Mount Lofty House has long "set the bar" for personalised functions and retreats. Complete flexibility is a priority, and the team at Mount Lofty House work closely with guests to exceed conference and event expectations. The finest details are seen to, creating seamless events that are as productive as they are enjoyable and memorable.
Mount Lofty House is unique in Australia
Perfectly positioned amidst an abundance of food and wine offerings, Mount Lofty House offers absolute tranquility yet is just a short drive from Adelaide's CBD. The country estate boasts a 20 acre complex of country club like facilities including a swimming pool, tennis court, badminton and volley ball court, croquet, billiard room, library, lounges, open fireplaces, two operational vineyards, English manicured gardens, and a guest library where refreshments are served throughout the day. It is the perfect base from which to explore charming villages such as Stirling, Hahndorf, Littlehampton, Woodside and more.
The 33 rooms/suites in this boutique country house getaway are further complemented by three private self-contained cottages, most original out-buildings of the estate including the "Gatekeeper's Cottage", the "Piccadilly Cottage", and the newly renovated 3-bedroom "Coachman's Cottage".
Located on the doorstep of a fabulous food and wine region, the hotel's Piccadilly Restaurant, under the direction of Executive Chef Girard Ramsay, is a destination restaurant for locals as well as house guests, with a la carte dinners served nightly, showcasing the best of the Adelaide Hills regions produce and wines.
An easy 15 minute drive from Adelaide city, guests can enjoy the gorgeous country house setting, beautiful meals and fabulous regional wines, all with Mount Lofty House as a base.
To visit the country manor house in the Adelaide Hills or to book a bespoke conference or "exclusive use" retreat package contact:
Mount Lofty House
74 Mt Lofty Summit Road, Crafters SA 5152
Ph: 08 8339 6777
About Mount Lofty House:
Originally built between 1852-1858 as a cool summer residence by Adelaide politician and lawyer Arthur Hardy, today Mount Lofty House is regarded as one of South Australia's most outstanding country house hotels and conference retreat destinations.
Rebuilt in the 1980's following damage from the Ash Wednesday fires that ravaged the area, Mount Lofty House boasts eight rooms in the original heritage wings while rooms in the Piccadilly wing overlooking the Piccadilly Valley bring the total number of rooms and suites to 33.
Mount Lofty House is renowned for its special event, conference and corporate retreat facilities, with seven function venues accommodating from 5- 300 guests for private use. The country house is part of Accor's exclusive MGallery Collection of distinctive boutique hotels.
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