We spent three nights at the Lemon Tree Spa, and couldn't have been happier with our choice. The cottage is nestled in beautiful grounds - there were flowers blooming everywhere when we visited and the view across the adjoining vineyard is stunning. Each night we sat outside with a glass of wine in hand and watched the sun go down over the vines. Just gorgeous. The location is fantastic - about a kilometre from the historic village of Angaston, just off the main road but set back enough to be peaceful and quiet, with all the delights of the Barossa wineries close at hand.
The cottage is fully self-contained and completely separate from the main house. And while it doesn't look fancy from the outside, don't let this fool you! Inside it's beautifully and comfortably furnished, and feels light, airy and spacious. I've stayed in other B&Bs that are pretty and picturesque, but so cramped that you trip over the furniture all the time. None of that here - there was plenty of room to unpack our things and spread out and relax. We had everything we needed, including pots and pans and kitchen equipment if we wanted to cook, DVDs to watch and magazines and books to read. The fridge was stocked with breakfast supplies and a bottle of wine was thoughtfully provided. I particularly appreciated the little dressing table in the spa area, where I could spread out my cosmetics and 'girly stuff' without getting in the way of my partner. (It's worth noting that while the spa is in a corner of the bedroom, the bathroom itself is located separately and totally private.)
Heather was a genuinely warm and thoughtful host. We were travelling in an open-topped vintage car that needed protection from the weather, and she kindly allowed us to use her private garage. Thanks Heather!
The only issue we had was patchy wi-fi, but apparently this is a problem with the new NBN and out of the host's control. And when the setting is so beautiful, why would you want to stare at your device?
I loved my first trip to the beautiful Barossa, and can't wait to visit again. I won't bother to research accommodation options next time - I'll just book into the Lemon Tree confident that I'll have a wonderful experience. Very highly recommended!