Mount Lofty House Boutique Estate
Adelaide Hills, Australia
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About the Hotel
We are an iconic designer 5 STAR boutique hotel in the Adelaide Hills famous for our luxury escapes, three hat fine dining restaurant, indulgent day spa experiences, conference retreats and breathtakingly beautiful weddings. Mount Lofty House was built in 1852 by prominent statesman Arthur Hardy as his summer house. Arthur Hardy is reminiscent of a South Australian Jay Gatsby; indeed his wife Martha described their lifestyle as ‘a kind of feudal splendour’. Their beautiful manor soon became the state’s premier address for lavish and infamous parties for Adelaide’s elite of the day. From such lofty beginnings the manor was passed through a number of South Australian families, including a period as commune in the 1970s. In the disastrous 1983 fires of Ash Wednesday Mount Lofty House was burnt to the ground before rising from the ashes like a phoenix to truly become one of South Australia’s great icons.
Location
Mount Lofty House Boutique Estate
1 Mawson Dr, Crafers SA 5152
Adelaide Hills, Australia
Nearest Airport: ADL
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Outdoor Dining
- Wine Cellar
- Bar & Lounge
- Picnics
- Pizzeria
- Restaurants
- On-Site Amenities
- Spa Services
- Laundry Service
- Library
- Game Room
- Terrace
- Outdoor Pool
- Tennis Courts
- Gardens
- In-Room Amenities
- Private Patios or Balconies
- Bathrobes
- Mini Bar
- Coffee & Tea Facilities
- Luxury Bath Amenities
- Work Desks
- Blackout Curtains
- Activities
- Tennis
- Nature Walks
- Business
- Business Center/Services
- Meeting Rooms
- Conference Facilities
- Nearby
- Nature Reserve
- Interests
- Hotels
- Inns
- Signature Perks
- Spa
Reviews for Mount Lofty House Boutique Estate
Peering through the mist
We enjoyed a wonderful long weekend at Mt Lofty House to celebrate a milestone birthday with family travelling interstate. It was all that we expected... and more. Thank you to the entire team working throughout the establishment who made our stay perfect in every way.
Anju N
Great experience with exceptional service and great food in a beautiful location.
This is a fabulous place with exceptional food and staff service. We stayed two nights in the beautiful conservatory suite. From the moment our over drove up the driveway staff came out to meet us. No request was too much trouble and all staff were exceptionally friendly and took pride in working at this special location. We tried room service on our first night which has great. Whilst staying we had a massage, high tea and the house tour which were all great experience. Room had great views and was view comfortable with a big four post bed.
markwR4866CG - Tarneit, Australia
Date night in the Hills
Had a wonderful date night at Mt Lofty house. Although it was the third time I have visited, it felt very new as Chris gave us a wonderful history and tour of the place, and we learned many things that we didn't know. The room was good, and dinner amazing though one of the restaurants was closed.
Sarah W
Luxe Adelaide hill experience
If you want a 5 star experience this is the place to find it. A wonderful experience with a beautiful backdrop of the stunning Adelaide hills. Beautiful property with amazing food and cocktails you’ve never tried before. Highly recommend!
Anne S
Stunning views, nice stay
Lovely location and nice stay. Restaurants are good. Nice breakfast and views. Some room for improvement but overall a positive experience. Good location to explore Adelaide hills.
Nicole B
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