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For a enjoyable holiday or for an unforgetable short break, look no further than the Hunter, just north of Sydney. great wines, gourmet food, superb restaurants and cafes, rustic cottages and romantic beachside retreats.Get away from form the busy city life and relax on a houseboat on Lake Macquarie, or explore the broad ocean beaches and extensive forests nearby.For a taste of culture and nightlife drop into Newcastle, Australia's second oldest city. Wonder through Maitland's elegant heritage area or visit historic Morpeth, Australia's oldest river port. Singleton and the Upper Hunter reflect Australia's rural heritage with small country townships and farm stays. The area also offers wineries, horse studs, forests and a wealth of outdoor activities. Experience Barrington Tops which features rugged mountains, gorges and dense forest. It's a magnet for horseback riders, bushwalkers, campers and 4WD tours.
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Below are some of the locations in the Hunter Region in more detail.
Pokolbin
Pokolbin is in the heart of the Hunter Valley, the area is renowned for its world class vineyards. Pokolbin is Australia's oldest commercial wine producing area with many large and small wineries. Pokolbin has a wide range of tourist activities from antiques and souvenirs to restaurants and hot air ballooning. With this wine region around two hours from Sydney this area is popular with Sydneysiders taking a short break or day trip.
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Newcastle
Just a leisurely two hour drive north of Sydney lies Newcastle. It is a vibrant city with beaches and the harbour within close proximity. Newcastle's fabulous beaches, laid-back lifestyle, fascinating harbour and eclectic arts scene have helped the city blossom over its industrial background. The 200 year old city is undergoing a renaissance - many of the former working wharves becoming places of enjoyment and excitement.
Newcastle Harbour is the hub of this maritime city and reflects its distinctive and unique personality. All tastes are catered for along The Boardwalk at Harbour Square - from fine dining to coffee or tapas. Nobbys Beach, adjacent to the entrance of Newcastle Harbour, marks the start of the Bathers Way, a spectacular five kilometres signposted coastal walk which stretches to Merewether Beach and takes in five spectacular beaches, historic ocean baths and unforgettable views.
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Barrington Tops
Experience the splendour of Barrington Tops National Park where the surrounding wilderness will amaze you. The unique quality of this area, covering 80,000 hectares is reflected in its listing as a World Heritage Area. This is unspoiled country, the eastern and southern slopes of the Barrington Tops plateau lead down from lush and pristine forests through rolling farmland to towns that retain the charm of yesteryear.Barrington Tops provides habitat for many different plants and animals with more than fifty being listed as rare or threatened. Barrington Tops can be appreciated by all visitors for their diversity and wilderness experience. The mood of the forest environment changes markedly from dawn through midday to dusk, from summer heat to winter mist, through dry periods and rain and even a dusting of snow on the high country.Through the forest there are tracks for hiking, mountain biking, horse riding and four wheel driving.
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Scone
Horse lovers take note - Scone is officially known as the horse capital of Australia and is reputed to be the second biggest horse-breeding town in the world.Nestled in the Upper Hunter Valley, Scone is home to over 65 horse studs, an award winning Racecourse, Lake Glenbawn, Burning Mountain and many other attractions.Scone is home to three award winning vineyards - Tyrell's Lake Glenbawn, Birnam Wood and Winbourne Wines. Tasting is available at specific times during the year mainly with prior arrangement. The Scone Horse Festival in May has over 10 days of rodeos, street parades and stock sales, coming before the massive six-week Hunter Horse Expo in September. Other attractions include the town's old jails and courthouses, heritage parks, buildings and nearby winery.
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Warners Bay
Enjoy a delicious cuisine while you take in the magical view.Relaxed lakeside dining, boutique shopping and a stunning waterfront path and reserve are what you'll find in Warners Bay. Warners Bay is a waterfront town positioned on the northern shores of Lake Macquarie. It's the perfect place to indulge in a meal, a visit to the shops and a leisurely stroll along The Esplanade. The foreshore is a fantastic spot for family picnics and is an ideal place for walkers, joggers, cyclists and rollerbladers. The Bay hosts many special events including Music at the Podium, a series of free concerts held in the warmer months on Friday nights from 6pm to 9pm. Warners Bay also offers various entertainment for kids, boasting indoor and outdoor playgrounds, an ice skating rink, bowling centre and swim and sporting centres.
