Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 79 reviews.
Richard
United Kingdom · Couple · October 2026
“A stand out stay in a beautiful location”
+This is a stand out place to stay. It is just so idyllic waking up to birdsong and looking out over the vines. It is a historic property so has a real atmosphere but is also excellently fitted out with separate bedroom, living room, kitchen and bathroom. The hosts provide breakfast which was a real plus. And a few steps round the corner is a cellar door providing great wine tasting experiences, an amazing lunch and also a pub that also does good meals. The area is very pretty and beautiful Martindale Hall is round the corner (used as the school in Picnic at Hanging Rock).
−Seriously nothing.
Vern
Australia · Couple · September 2026
“Wonderful experience.”
+Excellent location and we loved the rustic charm of the cottage, which complemented the historic nature of the entire Mintaro township. The complimentary bottle of red wine was delicious.
JMHayes
Australia · Solo · August 2026
+Charming, quiet and relaxing at its best. We absolutely loved it here.
−I was 4c and we did rock paper siccors to who had to go out to the car. (Not a real complaint haha 😆)
Tania
Australia · Couple · August 2026
+Beautiful outlook , great location , very tastfully renovated stables with lots of historical items with generous range of breakfast items , great pub and wine cellar 80 meters away . Very relaxing stay in historic town of Mintaro
Sophia
Australia · Couple · July 2026
“We had such an enjoyable stay, we could walk to the local pub for dinner and enjoy the beauty of Mintaro as it's sit”
+The Stables are situated in such a pretty homestead, the grounds were beautiful and the stables has been renovated oozing old world charm.
Murph2
United States · Couple · April 2026
“Thank you for a wonderful stay!!”
+Wonderful setting in the small Clare Valley wine village of Mintaro. The hosts have done a wonderful job of setting up the cabin (Stables) with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great views and wildlife right outside the stable (half)doors. A fun "Inn" down the street for good food and drink with friendly locals and being awakened when the sun rises to the sounds of wild parrots right outside.
LEE
Australia · Couple · March 2026
+The communication with the hosts was excellent. They were very responsive and incredibly kind throughout our stay.
−The communication with the hosts was excellent. They were very responsive and incredibly kind throughout our stay. However, the check-in experience was quite stressful. When we arrived , later than planned and late night , the key was not in the key lock box as we had been told. The lock box was open and the key was nowhere to be found. We tried to call the hosts but couldn't get through, as we later found out they were overseas at the time. After a frustrating search late at night, we were on the verge of looking for alternative accommodation when we finally managed to reach the hosts. It turned out the key had been left in the door , the cleaner had not returned it to the lock box after their visit. Overall, the hosts themselves were wonderful and not entirely at fault, but this check-in situation was quite distressing and worth noting for future guests.
Gerry
Australia · Couple · March 2026
+We had a great few days at Stables by the Vines. Lovely relaxing spot in the vineyard ideal for a quiet getaway with Clare close by.
Martin
Australia · Couple · March 2026
“Very relaxing and welcoming vibe. Good central base to experience what this area offers.”
+Breakfast was great. Home made bread, butter and a variety of spreads and cereals. No need to visit the shops.
−Nothing
Stephen
Australia · Couple · January 2026
“Really well-located accommodation that allowed us to explore the Clare Valley wineries.”
+Cosy set-up on the inside; continental breakfast provided, along with a freshly baked loaf of bread. Close to the wineries and to the local pubs where we had lovely vegetarian meals and refreshing beer.