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Stay n' Sip

Mark your visit to the Hunter Valley with a tailor-made wine-tasting experience, perfect for anniversaries, girls’ getaways, birthdays and corporate retreats.

In 2023, Stay n' Sip were awarded Hunter Valley Tourism Operator of the Year. Their premium service is completely mobile, which means they can host you onsite at The Convent for one of their celebrated experiences in a beautiful location of your choosing.

Their range of experiences are ideal for an afternoon or pre dinner activity without having to travel anywhere. Each experience is 1- 2 hours in duration and includes rare, back vintage or museum Hunter Valley wines which are paired perfectly with Stay n' Sip's signature fun, approachable and educational hosting style.

Please contact Reception to book your experience on 02 4998 4999 or [email protected].

T&Cs: Subject to team availability. This experience is best suited to adults aged 18+, Stay n’ Sip does not supply alcohol to minors but a non alcoholic option is available on request. Available for a minimum booking fee of $300.

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Experiences menu

  • Private wine tasting | $50 per person

    Inclusions:

    • A professional Wine Host to lead your 1 hour wine tasting experience
    • Seven premium wines to taste
    • Table decorations and glassware
    • Individual gourmet tasting plate of two local cheeses + honeycomb.

    Perfect for:
    Couples, small to large groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, girls or guys getaways, sophisticated hens or bucks parties and corporate retreats.

    Group size:
    6 - 100+ people

    Duration:
    1 hour

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  • Fun wine tasting | $70 per person

    Inclusions:

    • A professional Wine Host to lead your 1.5 hour gamifed wine tasting experience
    • Seven premium wines to taste
    • Table decorations and glassware
    • Two rounds of wine related games and game cards
    • Individual gourmet tasting plate of two local cheeses and honeycomb
    • Winners receive certificates to take home.

    Perfect for:
    Small to large groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, girls or guys getaways, hens or bucks parties and corporate retreats.

    Group size:
    6 - 60+ people

    Duration:
    1.5 hours

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  • Gourmet wine tasting | $80 per person

    Inclusions:

    • Professional Wine Host to lead your 1.5 hour wine tasting experience
    • Seven premium wines from the Hunter Valley
    • Five cheeses from Binnorie Dairy
    • Two chocolates from Cocoa Nib
    • Honeycomb from A.M. by P.M.
    • Table decorations and glassware.

    Perfect for:
    Small to large groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, girls or guys getaways, sophisticated hens or bucks parties and corporate retreats.

    Group size:
    6 - 100+ people

    Duration:
    1.5 hours

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  • Ultimate wine tasting | $90 per person

    Inclusions:

    • Professional Wine Host to lead your 1.5 hrours gamified wine tasting experience
    • Seven premium wines from the Hunter Valley.
    • Five cheeses from Binnorie Dairy.
    • Two chocolates from Cocoa Nib.
    • Honeycomb from A.M. by P.M.
    • Two rounds of wine related games, game cards and souvenir certificates.
    • Table decorations and glassware.

    Perfect for:
    Small to large groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, girls or guys getaways, sophisticated hens or bucks parties and corporate retreats.

    Group size:
    4 - 60+ people

    Duration:
    1.5 hours

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  • Paint n’ wine tasting | $100 per person

    Inclusions:

    • Professional Wine Host and Art Teacher to lead your 2 hour wine tasting experience
    • Seven premium wines from the Hunter Valley
    • All the painting supplies you need, including a canvas, paint and brushes
    • Individual gourmet plate of local cheeses
    • Table decorations and glassware.

    Perfect for:
    Small to large groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, girls or guys getaways, sophisticated hens or bucks parties and corporate retreats.

    Group size:
    4 - 100+ people

    Duration:
    2 hours

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  • Sensorial wine tasting | $150 per person

    Inclusions:

    • Professional Wine Host to guide your 1.5 hours wine tasting experience
    • Seven premium wines from the Hunter Valley
    • Five cheeses from Binnorie Dairy
    • Two chocolates from Cocoa Nib
    • Honeycomb from A.M. by P.M.
    • Table decorations and glassware.

    Perfect for:
    Couples and small groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, corporate retreats and romantic getaways.

    Group size:
    2 - 10 people

    Duration:
    1.5 hours

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  • Iconic wine tasting | $500 per person

    Inclusions:

    • Professional Wine Host to lead your wine tasting experience
    • Seven iconic and exclusive wines from the most renowned producers in the Hunter Valley
    • Table decorations and Riedel glassware
    • Individual gourmet plate of local cheeses.

    Perfect for:
    Couples, small to large groups, birthday parties, anniversaries, family reunions, girls or guys getaways, sophisticated hens or bucks parties and corporate retreats.

    Group size:
    From 2 - 8 guests

    Duration:
    1.5 hours

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