Thorngrove Manor Hotel
2 Glenside Lane, Stirling, South Australia 5152 Australia
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Experience wonderment. South Australia’s multi-award winning 5 star rated Small Luxury Hotel. A fusion of iconic romantic architecture, private boutique hotel accommodation, and a celebration of the decorative and fine arts. Irreplicable, distinctive inspiring and captivating, artistic and creative. Individual & uniquely private. For couples only. Unique privacy; you will not see any other guests. A whimsical architectural adventure for romantics. Uncompromising authenticity highlights the magnificent architecture, for those with imagination and romance in their soul! Suitable for those able to climb stairs with ease. Not suited for the mobility impaired.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Walking tours
Taxi service
Adults only
BBQ facilities
Express check-in / check-out
Car park
Wifi
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
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Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Umbrella
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Blackout curtains
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Additional bathroom
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Dining area
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Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
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Safe
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Separate dining area
Separate living room
Sofa
Telephone
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Bottled water
Clothes rack
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Private bathrooms
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Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Whirlpool bathtub
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2 Glenside Lane, Stirling, South Australia 5152 Australia
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I'm so excited I found this amazing place when I was searching for somewhere to stay to celebrate my 50th! Nydia and Ken were perfect hosts! We stayed in the Castle Chambers and were blown away with all the incredible antiques that we were allowed to use! Normally you'd just get to see them from behind a barrier at a museum! The King sized bed was SUPER comfortable! The breakfast choices were vast - we loved choosing different options each day! We also selected in room dining for one night, and again - gosh talk about 5 star fine dining!! WOW!!! And because we stayed mid week we were so very fortunate to get a sneak peak at the other rooms (as no guests were in house) - and that was so fabulous to hear how Thorngrove came about, and all the skilled artisans they were able…
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Response from Ken Lehmann, General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 16 Apr 2022
Hi SchatziSunshine Thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was a long wait after the border restrictions to finally be able to welcome you to Thorngrove. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and we were able to make your birthday celebrations so special. Hope to see you again soon for another special celebration.
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My husband and I had our small intimate elopement at the absolutely Magical Thorngrove Manor. We stayed in the magnificent Castle Keep & had the romantic candle lit dinner after our ceremony. It was like being transported into another time, and the food was exquisite. The personal touches in the room were so very thoughtful & the breakfast was an absolute flavor bomb with delicious coffee. Having the ceremony here in the beautiful grounds with our Violinist & Cellist was beyond special. The grounds really do take your breath away and I am looking forward to coming back for our anniversary or vow renewal! (Perhaps both!!) Nydia and Ken were so kind & helpful with my thousand and one questions leading up to our special stay, and I really can't thank you enough for the…
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Sue Lehmann, General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 2 Apr 2022
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review. We were honoured that you selected Thorngrove for your amazing elopement. it was truly special and intimate occasion. Thank you for sharing the images. It was a delight to assist you both and the special ring bearer.
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Absolutely unique luxury experience living like royalty for the night, in an actual castle, ornate with embossed ceilings, tapestries, stained glass windows, chandeliers, stone spiral staircases and beautiful hedge gardens with resident geese! Thoroughly enjoyed a delicious regional tasting platter at sunset on the verandah overlooking the observatory tower, before retiring to our castle chambers, to enjoy a glass of wine and supper by the fireplace! The hosts, Kenneth and Nydia, are both very attentive to your comfort whilst also respectful of your privacy! We were lucky enough to get a guided tour of the castle to learn about the history of the incredible building, which has been designed so uniquely with the most incredible attention to detail. Well worth treating…
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Date of stay: March 2022
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Response from Sue Lehmann, General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 2 Apr 2022
christopherpP9017CQ,, thank you so much for your wonderful review and the photos. Our geese will be happy they wre mentioned. We were so happy to be able to reschedule your booking this year and hope to welcome you here again soon.
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BrilliantBlend wrote a review Feb 2022
Gold Coast Hinterland, Australia22 contributions16 helpful votes
To experience something magical, it would normally be through a enthralling fairy tale or an engaging movie, but Thorngrove Country Manor is really a magical experience. As one marvels at the intricate detail that Ken has painstakingly toiled at for 30 years and the incredible detail that the couple have gone to in all their furnishings, their entire home is a magical place that leaves you a truly unique experience. If you have stayed there you know what I mean.....if you haven't stated there, this should be on your bucket list. 6 stars
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Responded 6 Feb 2022
Thank you so much for your heartfelt and thoughtful review, it is greatly appreciated.
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31st December 2021 Thank you Ken and Nydia for this experience. Your hospitality, incredible food, passion & attention to detail created an explosion of emotions inside me that will last with me forever. Happy new Year and may all your dreams come true for 2022 & beyond. C & K.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Response from , General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 9 Jan 2022
Thank you so much for choosing to stay at Thorngrove Manor and were delighted that your visit here exceeded your expectations. Your review and comments are just brilliant! We hope to welcome you here again soon.
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Let me start off by saying, if I could select 10 starts - I would in a heartbeat. My Fiancé organized a night away for us on my 30th Birthday, which was a complete surprise to me and I could not think of a better way to spend it other than a night at Thorngrove Manor. First impressions - The grounds; are immaculately kept. The attention to detail in the gardens is at the highest level. The beautiful castle of Thorngrove will take your breath away in an instant and is without a doubt unrivaled in its class. Ken greeted us as we pulled up at the gate and was warm and welcoming, showing us to our room and offering to carry the bags for us. We stayed in the Castle Chambers, in which Ken happily showed us around and is extremely knowledgeable about every item in the room - If…
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Response from , General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 21 Dec 2021
Thank you for your sincere and amazing review of your stay at Thorngrove. Your response to our petit boutique hotel, is the very reason that we continue to do what we do. It is ever evolving and each day the story continues. That you foe being part of the journey. We look forward to welcoming you back for another special occasion
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As a local, I have always been captivated by Thorngrove Manor's fairytale beauty. It was truly enchanting to be able to finally stay and enjoy the accommodation and the surrounding Adelaide Hills. Ken and Nydia are lovely hosts and very accommodating and really go out of their way to make you feel welcome. I would highly recommend Thorngrove Manor for a unique and beautiful retreat.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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Response from , General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 24 Nov 2021
Thank you for your wonderful comments. Despite winning awards and accolades again this year, the acknowledgement of "hills" locals is special and treasured. Thank you for your kindness and support.
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Words cannot describe this place. Pictures do this place no justice. If you are looking at the picture and saying wow, wait until you see it in person. I have travelled to a lot of places around the world and it’s crazy that something this beautiful is in SA’s backyard. As soon as we got here, we were greeted by Kenneth who showed us around and explained the story about this amazing place. We had a stunning dinner and are looking forward to breakfast in the morning! I just wanted to say thanks again Kenneth, this place is definitely breathtaking. Looking forward to staying here again next time we are in SA.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Response from , General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 14 Oct 2021
Thank you so much for leaving such a heartfelt review. We are absolute delighted that our accommodation was perfect for your special occasion and hope to see you for another special mile stone in your lives. Congratulations to you both.
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One of the most admiring hotels I have stayed in. Thorngrove manor made my wedding day special and memorable. It was such a unique experience leaving you amazed everywhere you look. The Castle was impressive and captivating all the way from the Castle, the Gardens to the rooms. The rooms were unique with a piece of history filled with antiques. You find yourself admiring all the furniture and artwork bringing you back in time. The host made us feel warmly welcomed from arrival and departure. The food was delicious and loved the selection. If you’re looking for a luxury romantic private stay, where you feel like a King and Queen, I highly recommend Thorngrove manor as it’s like nothing in South Australia. You will not be disappointed other than having to leave the place. I…
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Date of stay: April 2021
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Response from , General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 21 Sept 2021
Thank you sharing your wonderful wedding photos. It was a pleasure to have you stay at Thorngrove. Thank you for your wonderful review. We hope to welcome you back for another special occasion.
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Dear Nydia and Ken, Thorngrove is just magical! It’s a wonderful place so romantic, I couldn’t have imagined it would have been as wonderful as it is. Ken is amazing! Such a beautiful building and the perfect place for our anniversary. Nydia, the food was just wonderful! (With all our dietary requirements) I’m sorry I couldn’t thank you in person! You really made a fantastic feast, every meal!! The breakfasts, the charcuterie platter (I can’t begin to describe the assortment of delicious things there!). The picnic was so perfect! (I’m so glad I asked for a picnic!) And the formal dinner finished it off to perfection! The beautiful dishes and gorgeous cutlery made the time we spent at Thorngrove momentous. The attention to detail you both showed with nothing spared was…
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Date of stay: May 2021
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Response from , General Manager at Thorngrove Manor Hotel
Responded 9 June 2021
Thank you so much for the review of your recent stay at Thorngrove. We were delighted that we were able to cater successfully for your specific dietary requirements and that you enjoyed your stay so much. We hope to welcome you back for another special celebration.
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AustraliaSouth AustraliaGreater AdelaideAdelaide HillsStirling
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