Somewhere Unique Blog
Visit our blog and find out more about Hunter Valley attractions, local events, food and wine, and the Wollombi Valley.
Virtually Walk through ‘Somewhere Unique’
We receive many questions from potential guests about the interiors of our two retreats, especially regarding layout, facilities, styling, and size. And, we are always looking for ways to improve our service to guests and
Introducing our new Babymoon package!
We are now offering a new intensely-relaxing luxury getaway tailored specifically for the expecting couple – the ‘Somewhere Unique’ Babymoon package! Before the arrival of a bundle of joy, couples can now indulge in a
Make a Weekend of Wollombi Market Days!
Most country towns offer periodic markets, but no other town has a market like Wollombi! The Markets are held in the Wollombi Cattle Saleyards (2978 Payne’s Crossing Road), adjacent to the historic Wollombi village on
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Although we all complain about the distraction and interruption to daily life that our iPhone, iPad and laptop obsessions cause, it is often easy to overlook that the online world, and specifically social media, serves
Growing Local Expertise
The only way that maintaining a 20 acre property was going to work was with a strict demarcation of labour between Murray and me. Consequently, Murray has responsibility for everything ‘inside’, and I have responsibility
Lifting our Souls in Darkinjung Country
We are always keen to discover and sample new local authentic experiences that we can recommend to our guests. Recently we had the opportunity to be taken on a tour by Tim Selwyn of 'Girri
Where There is Love, There is Life
In generations past, couples would usually marry in their local church, and then celebrate at a local hall or restauarant. In the age of adventure and travel, however, ‘destination’ weddings’ have become a preferred option
Indulge in a Little Something Extra…
When you go on holiday, you want to be indulged. Pampered. Spoilt. And at ‘Somewhere Unique’ we are all about being indulged, pampered, and spoilt. A few days away in the tranquillity of nature is
Refreshing Luxury
‘Somewhere Unique’ has only 5-star ratings by our guests on TripAdvisor. Similarly, our guests have been equally as generous on Facebook. Although we are incredibly proud of the consistently positive reviews from our guests we
Wollombi 2017 Sculpture in the Vineyards
‘Somewhere Unique’ is a proud sponsor of the ‘Wollombi 2017 Sculpture in the Vineyards’. Currently in its 15th year, the event runs from Saturday 28 October to Sunday 3 December, and exhibits are staged in
Introducing our new Summer Wine Guest Package
Based on the popular success of our Winter Warmer guest package, Murray and I are excited to introduce our new Summer Wine guest package. This indulgent package is about discovering some of the Hunter Valley’s
A Secret Recipe of ‘Somewhere Unique’
By booking the ‘Winter Warmer’ package at 'Somewhere Unique' you and your partner arrive to twinkling candles throughout your private couples retreat as you discover a generous dinner hamper of rich homemade soup, delicious pork