Set atop a gentle hill with sweeping vistas across the internationally renowned Barossa Valley, The Louise is an idyllic luxury vineyard retreat encompassing acclaimed on-site restaurant Appellation. Completely upgraded and rebuilt in 2006, the property has just 15 suites offering absolute luxury and inspired design and extensive private guest space with individual terraces overlooking the surrounding vineyards and private gated courtyards, soft contemporary furnishings, spacious ensuites with dual rain showers and spa tubs, espresso-makers and king beds with crisp linens. Additional features of some suites include outdoor showers, fireplaces, BOSE Wave CD player, and a second LCD TV in the ensuite.
Casual and elegant are the hallmarks of Appellation where Executive Chef Mark McNamara guides one of Australia’s finest regional dining venues. Understated, informed service and intimate ambience complement a daily varying menu focusing on locally sourced seasonal produce and a signature wine-paired degustation Tasting Menu. Appellation’s extensive wine list presents the best of the Barossa, Australia and iconic wines of the world.
With professional, attentive and caring staff keen to share their excellent local knowledge, The Louise is your entrée to the authentic Barossa wine region experience. Home to more than one hundred wineries and over sixty premium and boutique cellar doors, the Barossa region showcases world class wine tasting and memorable wine experiences. Enjoyable diversions include hot air ballooning, scenic helicopter rides, heritage sites, golf, cycling, hiking, a relaxing massage, the acclaimed Barossa Farmers Market and much more.
Just one hour from Adelaide, The Louise is the destination for discerning travelers to Australia’s most famous wine region.