Burra House - Stylish Country House in Burra.

Welcome to the beautiful and truly unique Burra House. Circa 1876 and just moments from town, prepare to be blown away by this homes rich, historical charm. Provide a truly unforgettable experience for your friends, family and colleagues that they will remember for a lifetime, by making Burra House your home away from home. A wonderful base for you to explore the rich tapestry of Burra history, Clare Valley wines, antiques and country drives. These memories will last forever! The space PROFESSIONALLY HOSTED: * Locally sourced gourmet breakfast supplies provided.. • 24/7 Guest Communication. We will make sure your stay is memorable. Need something? Just ask. • Professionally laundered, luxurious linens • High quality, locally sourced amenities • Welcome book with local recommendations and house manual • Professional housekeeping THE HOME • Free High Speed WiFi throughout the house. Smart power points in each bedroom. • Separate Dining Room • Smart TV - Netflix compatible • Well-equipped Kitchen with family sized fridge/freezer • Sitting Room, wine cellar (with bar fridge) and sun-room • Bedroom 1: Queen - Wardrobe, bedside tables and drawers • Bedroom 2: Queen - Wardrobe, bedside tables and drawers • Bedroom 3: Queen - Wardrobe, bedside tables and drawers • Bedroom 4: Queen - Wardrobe, bedside tables and drawers (Direct access to the bathroom) COACH HOUSE: (This cottage is located behind Burra House and is ideal for groups requiring 5 bedrooms. It can be booked via Airbnb) Bedroom 5: Queen, bedside tables and drawers. The Coach House has a bathroom and separate living room. (All beds are dressed with the finest Egyptian cotton - 1500TC) • Bathroom 1: Walk-in shower, toilet and double hand basins • Bathroom 2: Powder room - Toilet and hand basin • Private parking onsite for more 8 cars • Laundry with washer, dryer, iron and ironing board. Also a full sized drinks fridge / freezer • Enjoy a BBQ at the undercover table (seats 8) that has a family sized drinks fridge, just a few steps away. HEATING/COOLING The home has heating and cooling in the large living room and heaters provided in each bedroom. There is a fireplace in the living and dining room with a vintage wood stove in the kitchen. COME INSIDE THE HOME As you walk up the garden path surrounded by lavender, passing leafy peppercorn trees you will feel the serenity you have been yearning for... Four elegantly styled bedrooms are ready for you, drop your luggage off and explore Burra's interactive historic sites with the passport key, visit boutique shops, trendy cafes and art galleries, just a short walk from your front door. Venture a little further (by car) to wonderful award winning restaurants and world class vineyards. The spacious eat-in kitchen has modern appliances and essential amenities. Bring your group together in the spacious living areas where you can unwind with a movie in the sitting room (seats 10) or have a beautiful dinner in the dining room (seats 6). Enjoy local wines you have sourced locally in the wine cellar accompanied by a delicious cheese platter. Take advantage of the spectacular views from our verandahs and sunroom, of the Burra Hills and surrounding countryside. Accommodation at it's best - the ultimate retreat, with charm and quality throughout. THE LOCATION You are conveniently located a short stroll from the main street of Burra. Mintaro, Watervale and Clare Valley vineyards are only a 20 - 30 minute drive away. Guest access You will have full access to 1.5 acres of garden space at Burra House, shared with local resident kangaroos who visit our garden daily. Burra House is in a residential area so it is not a party house. Please respect this request to consider our neighbours. The number of bedrooms made up for you will correspond to the number of guests you book - for example, if you book for two, a beautiful queen bedroom will be open and made up for you. The other bedrooms will remain locked. Barry will welcome you to the property to make sure your stay is memorable. Once you make your booking for the required number of guests, let us know what bedroom configuration you need. This can be done via the AirBnB app. Burra Coach House is situated behind Burra House. There may be guests staying in that house as a separate booking. This is an ideal "extra" bedroom for groups requiring 5 bedrooms. Please refer to the separate Airbnb listing to book this cottage, (if required). Minimum stay 2 nights. Long weekends - minimum stay 3 nights. Follow us on FB @burraheritageaccommodation and Insta @burra_house Other things to note You’ve cleared your diary, got the nod from your boss and you’re off on that well-earned holiday! Just one thing… How to actually spend your time here? If you haven’t found time to pull your plan together before heading in our direction, we’re here to help fill that empty diary. Here are a few things you can easily squeeze into three amazing days in our Burra and Clare Valley regions… Explore the historical town of Burra. This is where the soils turn red, stories spring to life and vibrant colours dance in the dust. As famous for its mining heritage as its uniquely Australian landscape, this place oozes old world charm, so its well worth spending a day. Without doubt the greatest way to get under its skin is by putting a Burra Heritage Passport (and accompanying key) in your hand. This 11km self-guided tour is here to help you (literally) unlock the secrets to this town’s fascinating history, one 1840’s relic at a time. With eleven locked sites to explore en-route, including the Redruth Gaol, the underground Unicorn Brewery Cellars and historic Miner’s Dugouts, this is your inside track to seeing, hearing and touching the past, and picking one of these keys up at the Burra Visitor Centre is as easy as swinging into the award winning St Just Café for lunch. Of course, no trip to Burra is complete without a visit to the legendary Monster Mine (also on your passport), where Cornish migrants flocked back in 1845 to seek their fortune in copper ore. This gave rise to the world’s largest mine, where today visitors can wander through the remnants of this once-thriving mining community and learn firsthand of the triumphs and tribulations of the era. The nearby Bon Accord Mine Museum also houses the original mine office and workshop, with a range of displays including a fully operational Blacksmith Shop, complete with original elephant hide bellows. While you’re in town, don’t forget a to take a little stroll past the antique shops and heritage buildings which all tell tales of yesteryear, while a visit to the highly acclaimed Burra Regional Art Gallery is also a must. Those looking to dig deeper will relish the historical displays at Burra Town Hall (11am-3pm Tuesday to Sunday), while the Burra Dugouts are well worth a look before hitting the road back home. Blanketed by millions of stars, with its craggy peaks and rusty ramparts hiding thousands of years of history, the ancient landscapes of Red Banks Conservation Park are like something out of Jurassic Park. Hike by the waterholes and mallee trees, this is nature’s playground as it should be. The Heysen Trail is a must see, running through the centre of Burra. Head out of Burra on the Goyder Highway toward Morgan and turn left at the unsealed Eastern Road (always check accessibility after rain). From there just follow the brown signs, to one of two park entries, the first at the Landscapes of Change Walk and second the Day Visitors area, just over the hill. Take the two-hour 'Landscapes of Change' interpretive walking trail to weave your way past permanent waterholes and deep gorges and follow in the footsteps of the Diprotodon – the largest known marsupial ever to have lived (and a local resident until around 65,000 years ago). An ecological wonderland, this place is also home to a wealth threatened flora species as well as short-beaked echidnas, southern hairy-nosed wombats, and large families of red and western grey kangaroos that emerge for drinks at dusk and dawn. Before lacing up those hiking boots, be sure you grab an information sheet from the Burra Visitor Centre - and of course tread softly to help preserve the fragile habitat. Just like the artists that have called this region home for generations, you’ll find a patchwork panorama, just south-west of Robertstown. Take Scenic Hills Road to the very aptly named Inspiration Point for unrivalled views across sweeping pastoral lands and a horizon as big as this town’s rural heart. This is a perfect spot to break out that picnic set and enjoy a cup of tea (or perhaps even a Clare Valley wine) as you watch the light dance across paddocks and hills. A pastoral land of plenty, this place has community at its core so before heading up the hill, it’s worth ducking into the legendary Lehmann’s General Store to grab a few picnic essentials and have a chinwag with the locals. If you’re looking for something substantial, tuck some take-away under your arm from the Robertstown Hotel, while a cuppa at the Robertstown Community Centre might also hit the spot. High above the mid-north’s prized grazing and pastoral lands sits an underrated jewel of South Australia’s rich topography, and you can easily explore it on foot. Lacing up your hiking boots again to ascend the Mount Bryan Summit will not only have you following in the footsteps of pioneering explorers, but also those of one of Australia’s greatest artists, with the fabled Heysen Trail winding its way to the peak. Before legging it to the start of the trail, just remember to check the local weather forecast, as things can get pretty wild in winter (it even snows here from time to time!), and when you’re ready, head slightly north of Mount Bryan before taking a right turn onto the Mount Bryan East Road. From here, you’ll drive 17 kilometres to the Heysen Trail stile on your left, where you can park the car and walk for around 50 minutes to reach the summit. Of course, this is all uphill, so a moderate or good degree of fitness is par for the course, and weather appropriate clothes an essential. As eagles soar overhead and the kangaroos gather down below , this is prime time to break out that camera before signing the book and putting up your weary feet in Rex's legendary stone chair. Ride the Reisling Trial With 35-kilometres of flat track between Clare and Auburn, The Riesling Trail is a great way to burn off all the calories while soaking in our glorious countryside (oh, and over 30 winery cellar doors)! Whether your inner fitness fanatic demands that you ride the whole thing (allow at least 2.5hrs) or a few little stretches, there’s really something special about seeing our region from the saddle. Clare Valley Award Winning Wineries Okay, you’re in the Clare Valley… so you already know you won’t be leaving here thirsty! The rich and varied terroir of our cool climate wine region is known for producing some seriously stunning drops. From the chalky soils of Watervale to the age-old slate in Polish Hill River, Riesling lovers are especially spoiled for choice with some highly distinctive flavours, depending on which sub-region you’re sipping in. Beyond our flagship variety you’ll find there’s plenty more that tempts when it comes to vines and vino. With sandy loams in Armagh and Hutt River, shallow soils at Tower Hill and deep red terra rossa around Auburn producing anything from Chardonnay, Grenache, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon to Latin varieties like Pinot Grigio, Mourvedre and Tempranillo, your glass will always be half-full. Home to a winemaking history of over 160 years and with more than 35 wineries and cellar doors dotted throughout the region, the choice of where to start is a deeply personal affair! Lunch like a local. Kicking back under the dappled light of the old olive tree, you’ll think you died and went to a long lunch heaven at Skillogalee Winery & Restaurant. A bona fide culinary icon of the Clare Valley, this place is known for top-notch local food with vineyard views to die for, and if their stunning menu isn’t enough to have you waxing lyrical about how good it felt to ditch your diet plan, their wine certainly will. With a dreamy deck that’s made for lazy luncheons, Paulett Wines & Bush DeVine Café will have you soaking in the flavours of the Australian bush, with views across rolling hills and vines. With some of the most spectacular vino in the region to wash it all down, you’ll find it almost impossible to leave after feasting your eyes on the native inspired menu. Of course, sometimes all you really need is a great pub meal, and settling into the classic country vibes of the Sevenhill Hotel is as comfortable as a chinwag with the locals. Known for its seasonal menu and unpretentious atmosphere, you’ll walk away with a full belly and a bunch of newfound friends. Mintaro’s legendary Magpie and Stump Hotel is one of South Australia’s oldest pubs, and also a fantastic option for hearty food and live entertainment on weekends. With a cracking wine list and an emphasis on ‘local and handmade’ cuisine, its perfect for a short or long session, depending on your diary. Other local favourites for a great bite with equally good wine include Reilly’s Wines in Mintaro, whose Long Lunch will keep you occupied for hours. Oh and if you still haven’t satisfied that sweet tooth, Pancho’s Pizza & Pasta in Clare are all too happy to finish the job, with a gelati bar and milkshakes to sort even the most serious sugar craving. Cooking masterclass at the Award Winning Watervale Hotel Enjoy a full day immersive and interactive cooking experience which includes Penobscot Farm Tour, meat and vegetable preparation workshops, prior to a late lunch feast at the Watervale Hotel that includes all beverages. Experience includes Morning Tea / coffee with house made pastries on arrival at 9am. Visit Penobscot for a guided interactive tour – An Organic, Biodynamic Farm based on Permaculture Principals that is the main paddock-to-plate for The Watervale Hotel. You will pick and prepare vegetables and salad for your lunch feast. Then back to the Hotel for further interactive demonstrations to create your Sensory Feast Lunch concluding around 4pm. The lunch will be matched to outstanding examples of Clare Valley wines selected by Warrick Duthy. Mocktails, beer and other beverages will be available if preferred. Intimate group size of 10 maximum – with a personal chef for the day. Available Monday to Friday. $500 Per Person Full Day (Contact the Watervale Hotel) Clare Valley Wine Masterclass Be educated and inspired by knowledgeable staff as they take you in depth into six wines in a one hour masterclass to learn what makes the Clare Valley so unique. Featuring Wines selected by Sommelier Warrick Duthy from the 2021 Best Pub Restaurant Wine List in Australia. Experience Inclusions One hour Masterclass including Wine Flight Guests taste six local Clare Valley wines Learn in-depth and share with our knowledgeable staff guiding you through a tasting of local Clare Valley Wines Experience Highlights Be inspired by Warrick’s selection of local Wines to showcase the region Learn about Clare Valley terroir, geology, geography, and what makes our wines so diverse and positively different The perfect way to begin your wine tasting experience in the Clare Valley. Pair the Wine Masterclass with a lunch reservation of dishes created by our Head Chef and low-waste warrior Nicola Palmer. (Contact the Watervale Hotel) Get Cultured Our rolling hills, rugged ranges and vine-filled valleys provide endless inspiration for artists, so it’s no surprise that you’ll find a rich vein of culture running through Burra and nearby towns. Appreciate the talented Artists of Utopia at the Clare Valley Art Gallery and watch in awe as the artists paint on site. Browse through the huge range of souvenirs for the region and select a special keepsake for your visit. Feast your eyes on anything from ceramics to pottery, sculpture, photography, paintings, prints, jewellery, glassware and textiles at both Arts Collective Clare Valley and Blyth’s Medika Gallery, while in nearby Riverton the studio of legendary artist Robert Hannaford in Riverton Light Gallery is seriously hallowed ground (by appointment). In Burra, you’ll find the Burra Regional Art Gallery houses a wide range of works, while towering ‘silo art’ pieces are also popping up just about everywhere, with stunning works gracing giant rural storyboards in Farrell Flat, Owen and Snowtown. Naturally, you’ll uncover loads more gems around these parts if you linger a little longer.