Petersons Armidale Winery and Guesthouse

There is so much to like here… Our room (a spa upgrade) was comfortable and spacious. The house is a delight. But we did not experience the warm welcome and orientation reported by others here. We were the only guests, had booked for dinner but were advised the previous day that the chef had been called away. We were given the breakfast menu, given no orientation to the place, not offered a wine tasting. There was no suggestion they could light the fire if we would like it. We felt virtually banished to our room and that we were an imposition staying there. The next evening staff were far better, lighting the fire (now one other couple in residence, who told us they could not get a booking the previous night!) and wine tasting offered and organised, but the damage was done. Breakfast was OK but nothing special and service again was inept. BTW the light meals offered when there is no restaurant were in no way appealing. I recognise the current challenges in the hospitality industry but think that Peterson’s needs to invest far more seriously in some training and development when hiring inexperienced staff. We had been recommended by two different friends to stay here and I would consider staying again, but would seriously hope not to receive the same inept and unfriendly. And perhaps to even try the restaurant which was one of the reasons for our going. I did try corresponding direct at the time, preferring to deal with issues at the time with the people who can do something, thus allowing for some corrective action, but response was slow and received only after we had checked out.

On a recent trip up north, we stayed here on our last night. This booking included a cooked breakfast. Also option for 2 or 3 course evening meal. The staff were very welcoming. Showed us the dining room, and separate breakfast room, of this magnificent historic house. Our room was spacious, with a large bed, small table & two chairs. Did have a small fridge, and coffee/tea making needs. Bathroom was really good, with a walk in shower. Loved the place, but would have preferred to have a couple of small armchairs, to watch TV. There was enough room. In the afternoon, we sat in the huge hall area, where there were numerous sofas, and armchairs. The open fire was lit for us. Meals were very good, we included a 2 course meal for our evening meal option. The gardens were lovely, but needed some TLC, as lots of weeds.

This is a truly beautiful venue. The atmosphere is fantastic and so relaxing.

We had a fabulous one night stay, two rooms for my partner and I and elderly mother. Gorgeous old building, stunning gardens and grounds. Beautiful dinner; the included breakfast was hearty. Good sleep in a very comfy bed. Can recommend their wine while sitting in the grand hall with the two open fireplaces! We would love to return.

Lovely hidden gem in the New England Area of NSW. Spent a night and had gorgeous steak dinner and my partner had barramundi. Cannot fault the service or food. Accommodation excellent and old worldly. We had such a good time. Breakfast included

Lovely one night stopover. Comfortable, clean and great dining experience

Just taking a quick little solo trip out of Sydney to the marvellous guesthouse and brilliant restaurant at Petersons Armidale. This wonderful place never ever lets you down. The grounds are sublime, bedrooms so elegant showcasing the Edwardian magnificence of the original house design and the food simple perfect. Not to mention the wine. On the way up I stayed to the back roads and went though some amazing county. If you are want to treat yourself to sublime food jump in the car and head North West.

We had a beautiful stay at Petersons Guest House. The room was clean and very comfortable, the bed was a dream to sleep in. The cooked breakfast was a real treat and was delicious. We had our evening meal in the restaurant, it was spectacular! We cannot fault Petersons at all, it was amazing and will definitely be staying there again and have already recommended it to friends .

The staff were so friendly and the location is beautiful.