Peggy Adelaide Suite, Boynton’s Feathertop Winery, Porepunkah

The setting

The peaks of Mount Buffalo dance across the horizon with manicured vines to the left and the right covering the gentle hills at Boynton’s Feathertop Winery, the domain of Kel and Janelle Boynton.

Kel’s handy rockwork, the magnificent mountain views, red geraniums and trailing vines, create scenes reminiscent of a little patch of Italy and entice you to sit back and indulge in the offerings of the Great Alpine Valley.

With the Ovens River just across the drive and the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail right passing by, there’s plenty to keep you busy.

The accommodation is 10km from the centre of Bright and 3km from Porepunkah.

The space

The newly renovated Peggy Adelaide one-bedroom suite was named in honour of Kel Boynton’s mother who loved the finer things of life including great wine and comfort.

Janelle Boynton who is an architect designed the compact suite with a private balcony that’s perfect for gazing over the vineyards and watching the comings and goings of a busy winery. The cellar door, gourmet deli and restaurant are just a few steps away. You can almost see the grapes ripening and there’s nothing as sweet as the heady aroma of luscious drops maturing in oak.

The kit

Step through the antique Balinese doors and climb the steps to the chic self- contained suite and you are soon cocooned in a cosy retreat that is ideal for a short stay.

The bedroom has a king- sized bed, large flat screen television, Ipad loaded with news sites for quick reference, a Sonos sound system and pleasing décor – three antique wooden angels from India watch over you as you sleep.

The feature lights that resemble wine goblets remind you that you are slap bang in the middle of a modern winery.

The resort-style bathroom is spacious complete with lights that change colour and enhance your mood.

There’s a small kitchenette with fridge, microwave, coffee machine and sink and a bench top made from candlebark from the property.

The balcony acts as another room with an outdoor bath and table and chairs that overlook scenic vistas.

In a nod to the winery the balcony has shutters made from wine barrels.

Comfort factor

Fill up the deep bathtub, light the candle, pour in the bubbles – both in the tub and glass, switch on the outdoor heater and lay back and take in the views.

It offers one of those precious moments to appreciate the finer things of life amid leafy trees and vines.

The food

You don’t have to go far for great food and wine – guests are treated with a complimentary bottle of Feathertop wine – named after Mount Feathertop, the second-highest mountain in Victoria that can be seen from the vineyard.

There’s a welcome deli pack in the room and continental breakfast supplies with muesli, juice and toast.

Guests can start a tab downstairs and pay when you leave.

Chef Simon Buckley showcases the best in season at Feathertop’s Alfresco restaurant.