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The Carriages

4.0 star property

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Verandah Suite | Living area
Vineyard view
Front of property
Verandah Suite | Bathroom
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Explore the area

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112 Halls Road, Pokolbin, NSW, 2320
  • Place, PepperTree Wines
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Tower Estate
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Hunter Valley Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Verandah Room | Terrace/patio

Verandah Room

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Verandah Suite

Verandah Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Gable Suite

Gable Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Pokolbin

A luxury stay in Pokolbin awaits you at The Carriages. Within a 10-minute stroll you'll find PepperTree Wines and Hope Estate within a 30-minute walk. Highlights at this Colonial B&B include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .Enjoy the outdoor tennis court, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Each morning free breakfast is served. .With a stay at this 4-property class Pokolbin B&B, you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Roche Estate and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Hunter Valley Gardens.
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What's nearby

  • PepperTree Wines - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tower Estate - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hunter Valley Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Roche Estate - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Bimbadgen Estate - 10 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Branxton Station - 19 min drive
  • Newcastle, NSW (NTL-Williamtown) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Enzo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chocolate Fudge Factory - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brokenwood Wines - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Redsalt Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cupcake Espresso - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Carriages

The Carriages offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is available daily. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the luxury The Carriages. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Pokolbin bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
The Carriages offers 10 accommodations with minibars and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes dining tables. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM to 8:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Vineyard
  • Wine tasting room

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace
  • Vineyard

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 accessible parking spaces
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • 2 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Colonial architecture
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Separate sitting area
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 9 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 9 are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2320

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in October and close in April.
  • Children 9 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Carriages Country House
Carriages Country House B&B
Carriages Country House B&B Pokolbin
Carriages Country House Pokolbin
Carriages Boutique Hotel Pokolbin
Carriages Boutique Hotel
Carriages Boutique Pokolbin
Carriages Boutique Hotel & Vineyard Greater Newcastle/Pokolbin
Carriages B&B Pokolbin
Carriages Pokolbin
The Carriages Country House
The Carriages Pokolbin
The Carriages Bed & breakfast
The Carriages Bed & breakfast Pokolbin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Carriages?

The Carriages offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carriages?

As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carriages on 16 June 2026 start from AU$280, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Carriages?

Yep, The Carriages has a free self car park.

Does The Carriages have a pool?

The Carriages has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open from October to April.

What makes The Carriages a romantic place to stay?

Wine-tasting room, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Carriages.

Does The Carriages serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is on offer daily from 8 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Carriages?

No, The Carriages does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Carriages?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Carriages?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Carriages Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
One of my favourite places to stay, hosts are lovely, breakfast is delicious and location excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The owners and amenities exceeded our expectations and the owners went out of their way to make you feel welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gertie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome to add to the beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful and peaceful location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved staying at the Carriages. Lovely room with everything you need, great open fire and very comfortable lodging. Very friendly people and great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erinn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and Nerida and Alistar were lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A loveluy location and property
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, nice and cosy rooms, friendly staff. Definitely coming back...
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this getaway- the property was cosy, comfortable and conveniently close to everything. Loved the open fireplace it was romantic with a bottle of red and a cheese board. Would stay again 5 star
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its a beautiful location with a wonderful old-school setup. The breakfast basket was an excellent touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee and David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet central location. Cosy open fireplace and sunny verandah.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyndall

Liked: Amenities
I found The Carriages to be extremely quiet and suited my needs whilst attending a conference at the Hunter
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay here. It’s a quiet and serene location. Room is clean and comfortable. Plenty of wood for the fireplace . Large wide verandah to enjoy the tranquility. Walked to circa 1876 restaurant only 5 mins away.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Peace in amongst all the action.

The Carriages is such a peaceful and beautiful place to stay in the Hunter. So central but it seems like it's so far away from all the activity and very secluded.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and amenities in a peaceful bushland setting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Carriages stay was just what my wife n I needed, a log fire, luxury bed and home comforts. The property offers relaxation and a swimming pool/tennis court. Highly recommend in such a convenient spot to the Hunter Winery region. Thanks for a lovely stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s beautiful property away from everything. Perfect place to relax. Hosts are lovely people, helpful and understanding. We have been here 25 years ago and if anything it’s better now. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Carriages is set in the lovely Hunter Valley, we stayed in a comfortable sized room for 2 people and enjoyed our hamper containing our breakfast which we ate on the beautiful wrap-a-round verandah. The owners were very helpful and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the gardens and view spreading out towards the tennis courts. It's verandah has seating outside to see the views and just to relax on
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

comfortable but needs an upgrade

please buy new pillows
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
The bed was awful. So hard it was like sleeping on the floor. The couch is also very saggy. The bathroom was old.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful greeting. A lovely setting. Convenient location. Great customer service. Plenty of old world charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020