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
Impeccable service, amazing experience
From the moment we pulled in, the service was impeccable! We were greeted by name, and shown so much respect, the checking in process was easy. Our room was very clean and cosy, amenities were great. We loved exploring the grounds and house, finding cosy nooks to enjoy our cocktails while playing chess. Our dinner experience was also amazing. The staff were all so knowledgeable, and nothing felt like too much trouble. Would highly recommend the stay to anyone!
BKSaunders2020
Swimming in the foggy morning under autumn trees in etched in my memory...
From beginning to end the attentiveness of the staff was unfaltering. In the misty winter of the hills, the cosiness of the Mount Lofty House is to be recommended. With small nooks and cranies all over the grounds it's not hard to find spaces where you feel completely alone, to enjoy a business meeting or a romanic moment.
Christina D
Our Mount Lofty House Wedding
Our daughter held her wedding/reception at Mount Lofty House early in April and from the moment we walked in we felt 'at home'. The staff, the food and accommodation all contributed to make our weekend even more special. The Picadilly Lawn area was perfect for our private wedding and we were later joined by 120 guests in the Picadilly Panorama room which had been set up beautifully. I have no hesitation in recommending Mount Lofty House to you.
Dean S
Ideal base for Adelaide Hill Prancing Horse Drive
An exceptional hotel with truly professional & friendly staff. The Degustation meal was of the highest order - Chef Allesandro came out & liased about diatery requirements which was executed admirably. The talk & tour by Chris starting in the Library with a glass of bubbly included a truly amazing wine cellar & is highly recommended. Hats off to Pietro, Naman & Eleanor. We can now see for ourselves why friends were so enthusiastic about Mt Lofty House.
564vincentn - Launceston, Australia
You must absolutely go.
Amazing and unforgettable experience. The building and surrounds are steeped in history. The room was excellent. Mid to late April (Autumn) was an amazing time to be here with the days still warm and the evenings cooling off. The colours of the trees changing with the season was wonderful to see. The food and service was excellent.
DANIEL S
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