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Innovative, romantic and restorative retreat in the north of the Hunter Valley, 2 hours from Sydney

Tonic is inspired by the great Aussie shed. But don't get the wrong idea, these sheds have style - bucketfuls of it - and a setting to match. From its 8 contemporary-chic rooms, big picture windows and verandas look out onto the dams, endless valleys and rich wildlife of the northern Hunter valley. From the moment you arrive, your soul feels restored.

Convivial Tom and Nic Stanford, passionate about food and wine, gave up life in Sydney to create their ideal hotel. Nic felt hotel breakfasts had become too formulaic, so the maxi-bar is filled to bursting with her creations, plus all the ingredients for your perfect breakfast. Tom hated leaving his hotel room at 10am, so here there is no check-in / out; you choose your entrance code and, when you leave, just close the door behind you. An eclectic mix of modern and vintage furnishings (most of which you can buy), gloriously comfortable beds, underfloor-heated bathrooms, a slinky swimming pool and a funky lounge - it's all wonderfully refreshing after the trad-fad of other Hunter hotels.

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