Thorngrove Manor Castle HotelMount Lofty, SA
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Thorngrove Manor Castle Hotel is a member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World, ensuring a commitment to excellence in accommodation. Since opening in 1986 this very distinctive and innovative property has consistently received awards and accolades for its unique style and professionalism. It has set a benchmark as the finest and perhaps the most interesting and unexpected accommodation in Australia. Definitely not a typical 5 star hotel. It is a multi-towered, castle-like folly with an abundance of gables, spires and turrets creating a mood of escapist fantasy. The accommodation is unique, flamboyant, creative and very individual, designed for the first class traveller looking for a rewarding and refreshingly different accommodation experience with rare exclusivism. Infusing fantasy into everyday life is the desire of the true romantic. Romantic style is not found in the modern cookie-cutter chain hotel. The whimsical and artistic interior reflects rare craftsmanship, featuring very select antique pieces complemented by custom-crafted furniture and modern amenities. All guest areas are highly individual and romantic with an atmosphere of relaxed informality. Suites are distinguished by their individual character ranging from traditional floral, medieval rustic, extravagant and flamboyant jewel colours to rooms of theatrical opulence, all decorated with the utmost attention to detail and with a uniquely Australian character. Privacy is absolute, indeed you may never see other guests. Property security is paramount with gates open only for arrival and departure of guests.
Run under the personal supervision of the owners, the highest degree of personal attention to detail is assured with discreet, personal services. Thorngrove prides itself on personalised, friendly, efficient service and hospitality and offers guests the opportunity to meet real Australians and truly experience the uniqueness of the Australian lifestyle. The Manor is a mere 15 minutes drive from the designated Adelaide city business centre, 35 minutes from the airport and 25 minutes from the interstate rail terminal.
Thorngrove is situated in an area rich in heritage and scenery, positioned to take advantage of both city and country pursuits. All suites take advantage of the garden or tree top vistas and fresh air is provided by opening windows. Thorngrove is the ideal base for a visit to Adelaide and South Australia
Experience the best of Australian wildlife parks and sanctuaries, visit premium international wineries and historic villages nearby, with day trips to Kangaroo Island and the Barossa Valley available. Chauffeured vehicle day tours, or transfers are available. Local village commercial facilities, such as international banking, postal services and shopping with a myriad of cafes and restaurants are only a five minute walk away down a leafy lane, part of an historic walking trail. Formal dining options with personalised butler service is available along with a casual supper menu for the weary traveller. Quality ingredients are found locally where possible with an emphasis on freshness, flavour and texture.
Thorngrove Manor Castle Hotel is in an ideal location, 17 mins from the heart of the city. It is 5 mins from local vineyards, Cleland Wildlife Park and Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens, the village of Stirling is 5 mins down an historic walking trail. The Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale are only 35 mins away.The foundations of Thorngrove Manor were laid in 1984, designed to provide unique, creative and artistically inspired accommodation, with an emphasis on individual privacy and service in creative surroundings. This AAA Tourism 5 star property has forged an enviable reputation for uncompromising service and cuisine and is the recipient of both Australian and international tourism awards and accolades.
• Thorngrove is located 17 mins (RAA official time) from the Adelaide city centre, 35 mins from
both domestic/ international airports and 25 mins from National Rail Terminal
• The village of Stirling is 5 min walk down a marked and historic leafy lane.
• 5 mins from golf courses, Australian wildlife parks, wineries, art galleries, museums
• Easy access to a variety of transport, including chauffeur services and car hire.
• Personalised day tours to Kangaroo Island, Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills,
Fleurieu Peninsula and the Clare Valley.
• Enjoy the best of fresh local South Australian produce
• Check in is strictly after 3pm and check out before 11am
• Thorngrove maintains impeccable maintenance and housekeeping standards
MANOR FACILITIES
• Direct dial telephones/ multiple lines available for computer access
• Well equipped ensuite bathrooms /some with spas.
• Exquisite fragranced Crabtree & Evelyn toiletries/amenities, first aid kits
• Premium Thorngrove manor signature embellished towelling gowns and slippers
• Individual climate control- reverse cycle air- conditioning/heating, open fires in King ,Castle Chambers
• Screened opening windows provide fresh country air- Australian Open Garden Scheme participant.
• 100% European goose down duvets, Egyptian cotton or the finest St Albans mohair bedding
• Premium bedlinen; including Frette, Peri, Ralph Lauren, Australian Heritage, Sferra, Sheridan and Aura
• Specialty suites; King, Continental King, Queen, Single- check room configuration when booking
• Guests with reservations only accepted, 24hours min arrival- rooms are meticulously cleaned and furniture waxed and polished prior to all arrivals. Featured in Antiques & Collectables magazine June 2006
Scenes from the Bollywood movie, Love Story 2007 filmed at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
• Personal clothes care facilities (iron/board) along with same day laundry service
• All entries individual and private, no corridors and no need to see any other guests on the property
• Refrigerator, refreshments including complimentary orange juice, milk, fresh leaf tea and plunger coffee
• Assorted crystal glasses in each room; signature crystal pieces from Waterford and Stuart, bottle openers, stoppers, specialist exclusive imported pieces of Portmeirion Botanic Garden tableware
• Croquet, Boules, board games and umbrella in all suites.
• Balcony or terrace suites available with hillside/mountain views or private garden vistas
• Full Day Spa treatments nearby in the village of Stirling- Aveda products, wraps, scrubs, Vichy showers
Romantic Dinners – indulgence and convenience-experience private in-room dining. Renowned for fine cuisine a 4 course multiple-choice menu, using the best of local fresh produce is served course by course, individually to suites at guest’s preferred time .$92.90pp. The elegant and ornate candlelit dining room is available by prior special request (surcharge applicable). All rooms/suites have formal antique tables and chairs for totally private dining. RareC18th/C19th European antique hallmarked sterling silver pieces feature in dinner place settings. Fine pure Irish Linen napery. Light tasty cuisine with a bountiful variety of Organic and Bio-dynamic products. The focus is on the freshest possible ingredients with many salad and vegetable varieties and fruits from the garden. Herbs are from the Manor’s organic kitchen garden. Eggs are farm fresh from our own free-range hens. South Australian seafood is a speciality. Thorngrove promotes healthy eating and lifestyle choices. Lunch available on Christmas Day.
English Breakfast with an extensive choice of cereals and 7 mueslis. Thorngrove Manor hen’s eggs prepared to order, muffins, assorted cheeses, fruit, waffles, croissants and a choice of 12 different teas, coffee, chocolate A$42.99pp (organic and bio dynamic produce used when available)
Mt Lofty Golf Course
Cleland Wildlife Park
Stirling Village
Kangaroo Island (30 mins flight)
McLaren Vale
Barosa Valley
Hahndorf
Adelaide City, Migration Musuem, SA Musuem, SA Art Gallery, Adelaide Botanic Gardens
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Until 31st March 2008
Individually private and themed accommodation “Experience another World”
Inclusive of continental breakfast per night double from 1/4/07 Rates
AUDInc 10% tax
The Castle Tower Room- 2nd Floor, Loft Room
Ascend a spiral staircase in a crenellated tower to this classically inspired room with sophisticated flamboyant and creative décor with rare superior, antique and custom made furnishings. An exotic QS original hand carved bed creates a stunning centrepiece. Ensuite with roof window, single porcelain spa bath/sep shower/walk-in wardrobe. Treetop views to sunsets and the horizon beyond. A richly carved antique dining setting provides private romantic dining.
$695
The Queens Chambers – 1st Floor, split level 2-room suite
A rich tapestry of delights the senses. Fantasy and romance with intricate refined plaster detail, artistry and design. These captivating rooms adjoin a large open terrace for alfresco dining with expansive tree top views beyond the battlements. A majestic QS draped four-poster bed with carved heraldic lions feature. Fine fabrics and tapestries provide harmony of colour, richness and texture, highlighted by a rare C19th porcelain plaque of Queen Louise of Prussia and an antique French bronze, ormolu silk suspension mantle clock, in this suite of refined romanticism.
$995
The Observatory – 3rd Floor, 2-room suite
A stone spiral staircase to a heavenly tree top retreat. Stars shine like jewels in the sky above a circular sunken spa bath. Dramatic architectural features embellished with golden stencilled and colourful hand painted friezes. Decorative triangular wooden shutters filter light in the lounge/dining room with Georgian table. Whimsically carved C18th oak timber KS bed and cupboards. Shuttered panoramic windows with uninterrupted views over the treetops to the horizon. A steep vaulted timber ceiling radiates from a central point. A fantasy escape!
$971
Castle Chambers – Ground/ 1st Floor, 2-room suite
Imagine knights and fair damsels, fortified stone walls, dragons and dungeons. A stone spiral staircase joins the two levels. French tapestries, silken tassels, antique furnishings, colourful hand painted centrally vaulted ceilings, a grand, ornamental stone working fireplace and an ensuite spa bath feature. Private lounge/ dining room, bedroom with C KS C19th carved bed-head, kitchenette and Juliet-style balcony. Lancet and mullioned windows provide subtle lighting. Absolute privacy this romantic castle escape is- “the stuff dreams and fairytales are made of”.
$940
Castle Chambers – Ground Floor, 2-room suite
Experience the magic of enchanted forests. Dream peacefully in a KS intricately carved oak four-posted bed adorned with squirrels, oak leaves and draped in exquisite imported fabrics. Rustic fortified stone walls are hung with French heraldic tapestries. A local artist has created embellished European- style wooden shutters and created enchanting and whimsical feature wall panels in this “storybook castle’. Private underground cellar inspired lounge/ dining room, bedroom, and kitchenette. Imagination and creativity -an experience you will treasure!
$910.00
Castle Chambers –Ground/ 1st Floor, 2 bedrooms/lounge
Imagine knights, fair damsels, dragons and dungeons. A stone spiral staircase adjoins the two levels. Interconnecting bedrooms feature a whimsical hand-carved KS four-poster bed and a half canopy KS bed. French tapestries, antique furnishings and vaulted ceilings, a grand stone carved fireplace and ensuite spa bath are included. Subterranean Lounge/ cellar dining room, 2 bedrooms, 1kitchenette, 1 share g/f bathroom and balcony. Suitable twin/share.
The Kings Chambers – Ground Floor, 2-room suite
Reassuringly traditional, rich in colour and elegance, inviting and refined. Totally private entry hall, lounge/ dining room and bedroom. A massive spectacular ornamental fireplace, restored German piano, intricately carved European antique oak cupboards; rare life-size Scottish antique stained glass windows and impressive timber beamed ceilings with gold stencils create a sense of drama along with museum quality antique clocks c 1820 and traditional C19th listed European masters. An artistic hand painted antique continental KS half canopy bed and bay window overlook picturesque and colourful gardens with ancient elm trees.
$1895.00
Booking for accommodation at Thorngrove Manor can be made through
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Due to the unique, creative style of the accommodation please inform us if you/ or your clients are physically challenged and are unable to climb stairs with ease. Some areas may be unsuitable for those unable to climb stairs. Should your clients require an early check-in it is necessary to book the preceding night. Check-in is strictly from 3.00pm. Late check-out charges are also applicable
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a unique castle experience |
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Small Luxury Hotels of the World |
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23 years of impeccable standards |
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fantasy escape |
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totally private. no public access |
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multi-award wininng/international awards |
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Creative, artistic interactive architect |