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Thorngrove Manor Hotel
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| Thorngrove Manor is a member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World, ensuring a commitment to excellence in accommodation. Hotel construction commenced in 1984. This very distinctive and innovative landmark property has consistently received awards and accolades for its unique style and professionalism and established an enviable international reputation. It has set a benchmark as the most creative and unexpected accommodation in Australia. it is definitely not a typical 5 star hotel. Thorngrove is a unique multi-towered, castle-like hotel with an abundance of gables, spires and exquisite gothic detailing, creating a mood of escapist fantasy and a timeless sense of history. The pointed arches and turrets, decorative plasterwork and elaborate entrances of this style of architecture provide romantic and whimsical appeal.
The accommodation is unique, flamboyant, creative and very individual, designed for the discerning traveller looking for a rewarding and refreshingly different accommodation experience with rare exclusivism. Infusing fantasy into everyday life is the desire of the true romantic. Romantic style is not found in the modern cookie-cutter chain hotel. The whimsical and artistic interior reflects rare craftsmanship, featuring very select museum quality antique pieces, complemented by artisan-crafted furniture and modern amenities. All guest areas are highly individual and romantic with an atmosphere of relaxed informality. Suites are distinguished by their individual character ranging from country house traditional, rugged rusticity and elegant timelessness to rooms of theatrical inspired artistry; all decorated with the utmost attention to detail and with a uniquely Australian contemporary twist and character. Each suite has been decorated individually to complement the architectural diversity. Every visit provides a new experience. Privacy is absolute; indeed you may never see other guests. Property safety and security is paramount with gates open only for arrival and departure of guests. A surrounding hedge delineates Thorngrove from the outside world. Prior bookings are essential.
Run under the personal supervision of the owners, the highest degree of personal attention to detail is assured with discreet, attentive and responsive personalised service. Thorngrove is committed to providing friendly, efficient service and hospitality and offers guests a special opportunity to truly experience a unique and romantic lifestyle. Thorngrove is a mere 17 minutes drive from the designated Adelaide city business centre, 35 minutes from the airport and 25 minutes from the interstate rail terminal -Ghan and Indian Pacific rail links.
Thorngrove is situated in an area rich in heritage and scenery, positioned to take advantage of both city and country pursuits. All suites take advantage of the garden or tree top vistas, with opening windows providing fresh air. In early Spring Adelaide Rosellas and Rainbow Lorikeets may be heard chattering in the elm trees, whilst the majestic yellow-tailed black cockatoo frequents the soaring pine trees. Thorngrove is the ideal base for a visit to Adelaide and South Australia
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Things To Do
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| Thorngrove is a mere 17 minutes drive from the designated Adelaide city business centre, 35 minutes from the airport and 25 minutes from the interstate rail terminal -Ghan and Indian Pacific rail links.
Experience the best of Australian wildlife parks and sanctuaries; visit premium international wineries and quaint historic villages nearby, with day trips to Kangaroo Island and the Barossa Valley available. Indigenous displays and interpretive fauna trails are located within a 10minute drive. Local village commercial facilities, such as international banking, postal services and shopping with a myriad of cafes and restaurants are only a five-minute walk away down a leafy lane, part of an historic walking trail.
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Rooms
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|  | Castel Cham,bers 2 bedroom
Castle Chambers – Ground Floor, 2-room suite
Experience the magic of enchanted forests. Dream peacefully in a KS intricately carved oak four-posted bed adorned with squirrels, oak leaves and draped in exquisite imported fabrics. Rustic fortified stone walls are hung with French heraldic tapestries. Embellished European- style wooden shutters and create enchanting and whimsical feature wall panels in this “storybook castle’. French antique ormolu silk suspension clock and Serves C18th porcelain enhance the ambience. Private underground cellar inspired lounge/ dining room, stone walled bedroom, and kitchenette. Imagination and creativity -an experience you will treasure!
| Room Rate
$910.00 |
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| | Castle Chambers
Castle Chambers – Ground/ 1st Floor, 2-room suite
Imagine knights and fair damsels, fortified stone walls, dragons and dungeons. A stone spiral staircase joins the two levels. French tapestries, silken tassels, antique furnishings, colourful hand painted centrally vaulted ceilings, a grand, ornamental stone working fireplace and an ensuite spa bath feature. Private lounge/ dining room, bedroom with C KS C19th carved bed-head, 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”.
| Room Rate
$910.00 |
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| | Kings Chamber
The Kings Chambers – Ground Floor, 2-room suite
Reassuringly traditional, rich in colour and elegance, inviting and refined. Totally private entry hall, lounge/ dining room and bedroom. A massive spectacular ornamental fireplace, restored German piano, intricately carved European antique oak cupboards; rare life-size Scottish antique stained glass windows and impressive timber beamed ceilings with gold stencils create a sense of drama along with museum quality antique clocks c 1820 and traditional C19th listed European masters. An artistic hand painted antique continental KS half canopy bed and bay window overlook picturesque and colourful gardens with ancient elm trees.
| Room Rate
$1495.00 |
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| | Observatory Suite
The Observatory – 3rd Floor, 2-room suite
A stone spiral staircase to a heavenly tree top retreat. Stars shine like jewels in the sky above a circular sunken spa bath. Dramatic architectural features embellished with golden stencilled and colourful hand painted friezes. Decorative triangular wooden shutters filter light in the lounge/dining room with Georgian table. Whimsically carved C18th oak timber KS bed and cupboards. Shuttered panoramic windows with uninterrupted views over the treetops to the horizon. A steep vaulted timber ceiling radiates from a central point. A fantasy escape!
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$910.00 |
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| | Queens Chamber
The Queens Chambers – 1st Floor, split level 2-room suite
A rich tapestry of delights the senses. Fantasy and romance with intricate refined plaster detail, artistry and design. These captivating rooms adjoin a large open terrace for alfresco dining with expansive tree top views beyond the battlements. A majestic QS draped four-poster bed with carved heraldic lions feature. Fine fabrics and tapestries provide harmony of colour, richness and texture, highlighted by a rare C19th porcelain plaque of Queen Louise of Prussia and an antique French bronze &marble silk suspension mantle clock, in this suite of refined romanticism.
| Room Rate
$995.00pn |
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| | Tower Room
The Tower Room- 2nd Floor, Loft Room
Ascend a spiral staircase in a crenellated tower to this classically inspired room with sophisticated flamboyant and creative décor with rare superior, antique and custom made furnishings. An exotic QS original hand carved bed creates a stunning centrepiece. Ensuite with roof window, single porcelain spa bath/sep shower/walk-in wardrobe. Treetop views to sunsets and the horizon beyond. A richly carved antique dining setting provides private romantic dining.
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$695.00pn |
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Directions
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| 2 Glenside Lane Stirling |
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