Accommodation FAQ

Q. What is the difference between the Longview, Vineyard and Homestead Suites?

Our Longview Suites have a King Bed, kitchenette and ensuite bathroom. Their balcony overlooks our Homestead accommodation.

Our Vineyard Suites have a King Bed, kitchenette, ensuite bathroom and their own personal carpark at the front of the suite. Their balcony overlooks our vineyard.

Our Homestead Units have a Queen Bed, small kitchenette, ensuite bathroom and no views at all. They are located at the back of our Homestead and are connected to the Shiraz and Pinot Apartments.

Q. What is included in my breakfast provisions?

Meadows Bacon

Besa Orange Juice

Free Range Eggs

Tomatoes

Bakery Bread

Muesli

Local Conserves

Q. What time do you offer wine tastings?

Our Cellar Door is open Wednesday to Sunday from 11am – 4pm for wine tastings.

We serve wine by the glass or bottle only on Monday & Tuesday’s.

Bookings are required.

Q. What cooking facilities are in the Longview and Vineyard Suites?

Stove Top

Microwave

Pots and Pans

Mini Bar Fridge

Kettle

Q. What facilities are in the Homestead?

Shiraz Apartment: Stove, Microwave, Oven, Kettle, Fridge, Pots and Pans and Dishwasher

Pinot Apartment: Cooktop, microwave, mini bar fridge, kettle

Homestead Units: Mini Bar Fridge, microwave, kettle and a baby Weber Q

Q. What facilities are in the Lodge?

Five Burner Gas Stove, 90cm Electric Oven, Fridge, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Pots and Pans, Dishwasher and Outdoor BBQ

Q. Do you offer lunch?

We currently have lunch available in our Cellar Door on Saturdays and Sundays, please book a table in advance to avoid disappointment.

Q. Do you offer Dinner?

No, we do not offer any options for dinner.

Q. Do you have recommendations for dinner?

Macclesfield (5-minute drive from Longview)

–      Three Brothers Arms – https://www.threebrothersarms.net/menu

–      Macclesfield Hotel – https://www.macclesfieldhotel.com/

Strathalbyn (10-minute drive from Longview)

–      Victoria Hotel

Mount Barker (15-minute drive from Longview)

–      Oak and Iron – https://auchendarrochhouse.com.au/

–      Caffe Acqua – https://www.caffeacquamtbarker.com.au/

Hahndorf (20-minute drive from Longview)

–      The Haus Hahndorf – https://haushahndorf.com.au/

–      German Arms Hotel – https://germanarmshotel.com.au/

–      Gepettos – http://www.gepettosathahndorf.com.au/our-menu.php

Q. What time is check-in?

Check-in is from 2pm – 4pm. If you need to check-in outside of these hours, please let our office know on (08) 8388 9694 prior to your date of stay.

Q. What time is check-out?

Check-out is at 10am.

Q. What is a Pre-Authorisation?

A Pre-Authorisation is a temporary hold of an amount on a credit or debit card that is provided upon booking. A Pre-Authorisation is not a charge, meaning that no funds will be debited from your account.

Q. When will I receive my Pre-Authorisation back?

If no Mini Bar items or incidentals need to be charged from your Pre-Authorisation, then the hold will be released by the bank within 7 days from check-out. If you have not received the funds after 7 days, please call our office on (08) 8388 9694.

Q. Do you allow additional guests/children in the rooms?

Children under 3 years old are welcome to stay, at no extra cost. We can provide a port-a-cot free of charge, if pre-arranged.

If you have extra guests over the age of 3 years, please contact our office on (08) 8388 9694 or email bookings@longviewsa.com.au

Q. What is your cancellation policy?

Any bookings cancelled outside of 7 days from the check-in date, are charged a 30% cancellation fee.

Bookings cancelled within 7 days to the check-in date forfeit the full amount of their stay.

Q. Is onsite parking available?

Yes, we have two carparks. One for visiting guests (e.g. Cellar Door and weddings) and a carpark near our accommodation, for accommodation guests. If you have booked one of our Vineyard Suites, Spa Suite or our Lodge, you will have your own carpark directly out the front of your accommodation.

Q. How do I get to Longview Vineyard?

The best route to Longview from Adelaide is laid out below. If you are using your phone or a GPS please enter the name Bowey Road, Macclesfield. 

Depart the freeway at the Mount Barker exit and turn right at the lights

Stay on the main road crossing two sets of lights and go straight across the roundabout

At the second roundabout take the third exit onto Flaxley Road (by High School).

Follow the road for approx. 9km and turn left on to Stamps road.

When you reach the end of Stamps road, take a right and then immediate left.

Continue through the township passing then take the next road on the right into Devereux Street.

Follow the road for approx. 1.5kms and at the top of the hill turn right into Bowey Road.

This dirt road leads to Longview’s accommodation.

Q. Is WiFi available?

Yes, complimentary WiFi is available to all accommodation guests. However, please note that due to our location, the WiFi can sometimes lag or cut out.

Q. Are the rooms serviced daily?

No, we provide enough towels and breakfast provisions for the length of your stay. However, if your stay exceeds three nights, our Housekeeping Team will provide fresh linen and additional amenities part way through your stay.

Q. Is there a laundry onsite?

Yes, a communal laundry can be found at the back of our Homestead. This is available for use by all accommodation guests, at no charge.

Q. Are pets allowed?

No, we do not allow pets.

Q. Is Longview Vineyard COVID Safe?

Yes, Longview received the COVID Ready badge from the Australian Tourism Export Council on 31/08/20.