Photography courtesy of New Light Creative

February is well and truly here which means that another year of the daily grind is underway, which has us planning our next getaway; do you know where you’re headed?

If you’re still on the lookout for somewhere to head to, then let us take you on a journey and give you a little temptation by sharing a sneak peek of Laurina Estate; the romantic country retreat of your dreams.

Just under a two-hour drive from Newcastle, Laurina Estate invites you to experience a truly luxurious romantic getaway located on six beautiful acres of property based in Darawank.

This private self-contained two-bedroom wing of Laurina Estate is located a short ten-minute drive from the centre of Forster and features open-plan living, a bathroom, and access to the property’s lavish gardens.

The grounds are shared with the property’s friendly alpacas, which guests are encouraged to go and say hi to. If you’re lucky, you might even be around for feeding time! The estate also boasts serene gardens and neighbouring paddocks home to horses and of course, those views!

The absolute wow factor that pulls everyone in, is of course the romantic outdoor bath. Built and designed by local builder, Wilscon Construction & Consulting, the bathhouse only launched in May 2021, so you could still be amongst the first to experience this unique offering. Run a hot bubble bath, pour some bubbly, and take in the uninterrupted views of the mountainscape.

Guests can also enjoy a range of alcoholic beverages during their stay including cocktails and locally produced wine brought to you by Great Lakes Wines.

It doesn’t get more romantic than that. Indulging in the finer things in life as you watch the sunset over the mountains and spend time with your loved one.

The private bed & breakfast accommodation gives guests the opportunity to pre-order from a comprehensive menu allowing you to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal, get a fresh breakfast delivered, or even get a curated grazing board delivered right to your door. 

Owners, Megan and Rob are big on offering guests the ultimate in luxury, so you’ll be treated with continental breakfast including a choice of cereals, fresh fruit, juice, fresh bread, and condiments.

Spend the day around the estate and relax by the large 12-metre pool or head out and explore all the best things to do in the Great Lakes region. Whether it’s a beautiful coastal walk, fishing charter, dolphin watching, swimming, surfing, wine tasting, or horse riding, the Great Lakes offers it all.

What are you waiting for? Book your stay at Laurina Estate and treat yourself to a luxury romantic getaway for you and your loved one. Use the code Hunterhunter15 for a 15% discount off all bookings (public holidays excluded) when booking online for dates until 30/06/2023 - code will be available for 3 months. All guests who book with that code will also enjoy a complimentary bottle of wine, continental breakfast, and a bath hamper pack.