A recipient of many awards, Thorngrove, a unique Small Luxury Hotels of the World property, is one of the world's outstanding, romantic and artistic accommodation properties; displaying unique, creative and inspired architecture, captivating style and contemporary influence.

Australian Traveller Magazine April/May 2013- Top 100 Travel Gems- Best kept secrets-selectd by Travel Industry experts, readers and a panel including, Pat Rafter, Sonia Kruger, Catriona Rowntree and the CEO, ATC.
American Express Platinum Card  May 2013 -5 of the Best and Most Unique Hotels in the World
http://www.hotel.info/en/blog/101-amazing-hotels/ 2012 One of the world's 101 Most Amazing Hotels  - voted globally 7th position in top 10

Thorngrove is the quintessential idyllic romantic escape for couples. An engaging, magical and enchanting iconic 5 star work of architectural art.

Individually located and uniquely private accommodation catering for personal selection, with privately sited dedicated entries.
Inspired timeless, idiosyncratic design with a sense of wonder.

Exquisitely crafted, creative surroundings provide engaging experiences for the soul and spirit; providing a journey beyond the destination.

The dynamic and artistic interior reflects rare craftsmanship, featuring selected antiques and the finest bespoke furniture, along with modern amenities.

Suites are distinguished by their totally private locations, individual character, incomparable beds, configuration and style. HD, LCD TV, DVD, Blu Ray & WiFi.

Experience unique and commanding outlooks across sweeping vistas, with a special sense of time and place.

An inspired and captivating artistic haven to discover the best of South Australia.

Strictly limited guest numbers, max 4.
Relaxed private atmosphere.
For those with romance in their soul!
We are not able to cater for group bookings.

Distinctive iconic baroque towers and turrets are clues to its flamboyant idiosyncratic  interiors.
Inspired timeless, romantic design with antiques and finest bespoke furnishing, hand-painted friezes and signature artworks exploit the diverse room shapes to create an escapist dream.
It is a dynamic property where individual living spaces provide unique engaging experiences  for the soul.

There is no more ingenious fusion of the contemporary and the baroque anywhere!

Thorngrove is an example of creative romantic imagination and architectural freedom. It displays the energies of art in building, in a form that transcends age. The pragmatic elements of architectural design, such as cost, construction engineering and technology have been used to create both a functional and exceptionally artistic form.
Privacy is absolute; you may never see the other guests.
Romantics - this could be journey's end!

 

RATES

Rates from $820.00 - Tower  Loft Room per night including continental breakfast
Suites  from $1050.00 - Castle Chambers, Observatory, Queen and Kings Chambers.
Rooms are as bespoke and individual as you are!

The Tower Room - 2nd Floor, Loft Room - $820.00pn   

Ascend a spiral staircase in a crenellated tower to this classically inspired room with sophisticated, flamboyant and creative décor with rare, signature antique and bespoke furniture and objet d'art, including an antique life-size Auguste Moreau bronze statue. Divided into sleeping and living zones. An exotic Queen size original ornately hand carved Ebony bed creates a stunning centrepiece. En suite with opening gable roof window, deep porcelain spa bath/sep shower, walk-in wardrobe/luggage storage. Richly embossed plush velvet armchairs, swivel and tilt for ultimate relaxation. A richly carved circa 1880 antique dining setting for private dining is located by the bay window. Uninterrupted and sweeping treetop views to the rich sunlit horizon.1x HD LCD/DVD

Queens Chambers - 1st Floor, split level 2-room suite-$1250.00pn

A rich tapestry to delight the senses. Fantasy and romance with intricate refined plaster detail, artistry and design. Captivating rooms adjoin a large open terrace for alfresco dining with expansive tree top views and sunset vistas beyond the battlements. A majestic King sized four-poster English Elm bed with carved heraldic lions draped with GP&J Baker fabric and French Houles tassels . French tapestries provide harmony of colour, richness and texture, highlighted by a rare C19th porcelain plaque of Queen Louise of Prussia and an antique Raingo Freres French bronze, and marble ormolu silk suspension mantle clock, circa 1820. Antique Staffordshire and Sevres C18th porcelain and Waterford crystal display on a1840 carved oak cupboard. C18th Dutch candelabra. Refined romanticism. Colourful c1880 Scottish stained ecclesiastic window panels An ambience of calm with exquisite detail with sweeping views. 2x wide screen HDLCD/DVD, 2x CD, ipod dock.

The Observatory - 3rd Floor, 2-room suite -$1050.00pn  

A stone spiral staircase entry leads to a unique tree top retreat. Golden painted stars shine like jewels in the sky above a circular semi-sunken spa bath. Dramatic architectural features embellished with golden stenciled and hand painted friezes. Wooden shutters in the lounge/ dining room, with Georgian oak table /dining setting. Enclosed kitchenette and mini-bar. Leather sofa and arm chairs Whimsically carved C18th English Oak timber King size bed and cupboards. Polished timber floors with Hali wool and silk rugs. Bedroom panoramic windows take advantage of the peerless vistas, with uninterrupted views over treetops to the horizon. Sweeping hill and valley views from the unique hilltop location. A steeply vaulted timber beamed ceiling radiates from a collar beamed pinnacle in the tower bedroom. 2x wide screen HD LCDTV/DVD, 1 Blu-ray, CD.

Castle Chambers -$1050.00pn  

Imagine knights and fair damsels, fortified stone walls, dragons and dungeons. A stone spiral newel staircase joins the two levels. French tapestries, original hand coloured steel engravings c1868, silken tassels, antique furnishings, colourful hand painted centrally vaulted ceilings, a grand, ornamental stone working hooded fireplace and an en suite spa bath feature. Private lounge/ dining room with generous tapestry covered down-filled winged armchairs. Bedroom with Continental King size C19th carved bed-head, walls are adorned C19th hand-coloured etchings. 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. 2x wide screen 2x wide screen HD LCD integrated DVD.


ULTIMATE ROMANTIC  AFTERNOON TEA / LUNCHEON for TWO

A time to share, to celebrate and reconnect. The ultimate private afternoon tea for 2 features a selection of traditional leaf teas, plus herbal alternatives.
Tiered plates brimming with cucumber and dill, watercress and salmon, and turkey and cranberry sandwich selections, along with delicate French inspired bite-sized pastries, melt in your mouth French macaroons, signature fresh cream cakes and scones and exquisite hot savoury delights.  Romantic country inspired Portmeirion Botanic Garden china and antique C18th and C19th hallmarked sterling silver will be used for service.

Tea will be served in the King's Chamber in front of the open log fire.
Tea / lunch  afternoons will be 2 hours duration.
May be booked for lunch 1pm-3pm.

It is a rare and exclusive opportunity to experience the ultimate private high tea luncheon”at Thorngrove.  A totally private experience for two.  An extravagant  designer bunch of  fresh flowers from the Bluebell Society or  Berries and Blooms is included to take home as well as a " tea goodie box" to extend your special celebration beyond your visit here.
This is a unique and indulgent opportunity providing for marriage proposals, anniversaries, birthdays , corporate incentives and any special private celebration. Indulge that special person in your life……Gift vouchers are available on request.

Afternoon tea enquiries to tea@thorngrove.com.au
The cost for the private afternoon tea for 2 for tea in the Kings Chambers suite is $695.00 for 2 people. Maximum number 6.
At Christmas Special yuletide specialties, spiced pears, with food and scents to entice are served - gingerbread, nuts cranberries, Hennessy Brandy, the  festive medley of balsam, species, cranberry, orange nutmeg and sweet spices: all the flavours of Christmas.

 

Phone: (08) 83396748 or for additional information and online bookings  www.slh.com/thorngrove
Please email for further information reservations@thorngrove.com.au
 

LOCATION
                                                                                                                                   

20 minutes from Adelaide's city centre.
35 minutes from the Adelaide Airport
7   minutes walk to the local historic village of Stirling
Located in South Australia's oldest wine region
Further Information 
www.slh.com/thorngrove or www.slh.com/thorngrove