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Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley : A world away in under an hour
Who needs to hop on a plane or drive for days when you can be in one of Sydney ’ s most luxurious country retreats in under an hour from the city ?
The Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley , just 45 minutes from the Sydney CBD , has an enviable reputation as one of the greatest boutique venues in the country . This is true for the simple fact of its repeat client list . They come , they meet , they relax , they leave , and they return to do it again .
Set on eight hectares of manicured gardens , the Crowne Plaza is nestled between the historic villages of Windsor and Richmond in the lush Hawkesbury region of Sydney .
The property underwent a multimillion dollar refurbishment of its 105 rooms and suites in 2021 , providing guests with the latest in styling , technology and comfort , all with environmental considerations in mind through the use of low consumption LED lighting . The fully renovated bathrooms feature frameless glass walk in showers , free standing soaker baths , premium Kohler tap wear , and elegant stone and timber floating vanities with illuminating mirrors .
There are eight room types ranging from queen configurations to king bed Executive Suites with balcony views to the Blue Mountains . The most lavish option is the three-bedroom Bilpin Suite complete with two bathrooms , a kitchen and a separate dining and lounge .
Beyond the accommodation rooms are three dining outlets , a welcoming reception area , 10 light-filled meeting and event spaces , an indoor heated pool and the Villa Thalgo Day Spa .
The property ’ s signature restaurant is Harvest , often rated the best in Windsor , which is committed to sourcing and partnering with local suppliers . Menus are seasonal and include delicacies like Windsor Duck and Pistachio Ravioli . Like Harvest , Barracks Bar is a popular venue for locals and guests , providing a relaxed ambience with a touch of country hospitality , complete with an open fireplace . Barracks Bar has an extensive range of wines , spirits ,
beers and cocktails and features homegrown award-winning ciders from Hillbilly Cider based in nearby Bilpin , and gin from local Karu Distillery .
Meetings , Events & More When it comes to meetings and events , the Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley has all bases covered . There are 10 event spaces in total , the largest of which can accommodate up to 250 people theatre-style .
And the beauty of this property is that the expansive grounds surrounding the resort means that indoor meetings can spill into the outdoors where morning and afternoon tea breaks , lunches and even evening events can be held . A number of meeting rooms have direct access to the gardens .
Those staying for two or more days are encouraged to shake off the cobwebs together in one of the many activities available within the region . These include the Tree Tops Adventure Park , the iFly Indoor Skydiving centre , Indy 800 Go-Karting , the Wild Cats Conservation Centre and the Tobruk Sheep Station .
Nature lovers can pick apples in nearby Bilpin or sample cider . The Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley has an exclusive arrangement with Bilpin Hillbilly Cider where master cider makers come to the resort to treat guests to a cider tasting masterclass . The same is possible with the local award-winning gin makers Karu Distillery , with a tasting right on-site .
Value For Money Sydney-based EAs are no doubt aware of the high prices currently being quoted for Sydney CBD venues . Not to mention the challenges many are having with finding experienced staff . There are no such issues at the Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley . As expected accommodation and meeting room hire rates are more conducive to those found in regional areas , and the property has a strong team of local employees , many of who have been working at the venue for many years .
Having played host to everything from product launches to board meetings to corporate retreats and sales conferences , and not to mention weddings , the Crowne Plaza Hawkesbury Valley should be your destination of choice for at least one of your upcoming event programs .
So what are you waiting for ? Visit www . cphawkesburyvalley . com . au , jump in your car and do a site inspection yourself . It won ’ t disappoint . S
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Winter Issue 2023 | Executive PA 31