RESORTS BETHANY

Come and enjoy a truly Barossan experience by staying at Barossa Vineyard Cottages. These are newly built, fully self-contained stone cottages located in the heart of the Barossa Valley. There are four cottages, surrounded by vineyards, with an outlook to the Barossa Ranges and to the spires of Tanunda. Situated in Bethany, the first settlement in the Valley, the area is steeped in history and boasts of great walks as well as being surrounded by award winning wineries and restaurants. The cottages were built in the style of the early settlers with local stone and rendered walls. The high ceilings inside and the modern comforts ensure they are warm in winter and remain cool throughout summer. The cottages have front and rear private verandas so you can relax and unwind enjoying the wonderful views of the Barossa Ranges, the spires of Tanunda (three kilometres away) of the sunsets that the Barossa is known for. It is ideal for romantic getaways....

This original 1840's settler?s stone cottage retains the delightful charm and characters of years gone by. The flag stone floor, thick walls and history, all make a stay at Sonntag House a genuine Barossa experience. This two bedroom cottage with modern facilities is set in a tranquil garden and situated in the historic village of Bethany....

The small village of Bethany is the site of the first German settlement in the Barossa. It is one of the few surviving examples of a 'hufendorf', a democratic form of Silesian village layout, where each family had its own long strip of land stretching from the main street in front of the cottage to a common pasture bordered by a creek. Beautiful Herberge Christi Church is a focal point, alongside the old school buildings and opposite the pioneer cemetery with its distinctive eighteenth century revivalist ornamentation. The street is still lined with many early cottages (most now private residences), with some faithful examples of early German peasant architecture. Towards the hills is Bethany Reserve, a popular, peaceful and shady picnic location. The Bethany Vineyard, owned by the fifth generation of the Schrapel family is nestled into the ranges at the top of Bethany Road and offers sweeping valley views....