Peppers was established in 1984 when Peppers Guest House opened in the Hunter Valley, New South Wales. At the time, the short break market was still in its infancy but the concept of a contemporary style guesthouse offering relaxation in luxury surrounds was an instant success. Twenty-two years later, Peppers Retreats, Resorts and Hotels now offers a collection of nineteen indulgent escapes throughout regional Australia and New Zealand and is expanding steadily as demand for luxurious 'getaways' rises.

Peppers is a collection of individual hotels, retreats and resorts offering boutique accommodation, ideal for a vacation, weekend, short break or indulgent escape in spectacular locations throughout regional Australia and New Zealand. Choose from luxury outback cattle stations, romantic vineyard retreats, rainforest lodges, mountain resorts, premium golf getaways, historic country estates and exotic tropical islands.

Each Peppers property has its own distinctive style and charm; the location is instrumental in defining the property's character and this is enhanced by Peppers' decor, which places a strong emphasis on featuring the natural environment in the design. The focus for Peppers Retreats is individual experiences. Retreats are small and intimate with an emphasis on superb food and good wine. The aim is to be indulged in every sense, so guests can expect luxurious accommodation in keeping with the retreat's style and surrounding environment.

See below for just a small sample of the endless choices and customizable itinerary options Swain Tours can create to combine numerous indulgent escapes incorporating the essence of Peppers Retreats, Resorts and Hotels.

While the retreats are small and intimate, Peppers Resorts are larger in size with an emphasis on providing guests with an extensive range of activities. Peppers Resorts offer traditional activities such as golf, tennis, swimming, gym, and health and beauty facilities, as well as those that are a highlight in the resort's surrounding area. This could be bush walking in the Blue Mountains, scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef or wine tasting in the Barossa Valley to name but a few.

The opening of Peppers Seaport Hotel in Launceston in 2004 saw a new direction for the company. The aim of Peppers Hotels is to offer guests a Peppers experience at a property that's in closer proximity to a major city or town's CBD. These are hotels that guests want to return to because they feel genuinely cared for by Peppers staff.

For those searching for a truly natural escape suggest Peppers Bloomfield Lodge for a unique stay in the world's oldest rainforest. Half the fun is getting there! The 2 hour journey from Cairns to Peppers Bloomfield Lodge begins with a courtesy car which takes guests to the VIP lounge at the Hinterland Aviation terminal, to board a 30 minute scenic flight over the dazzling Queensland coastline past the fringing reefs and tiny islands of the Coral Sea...

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Learn more about Swain's preferred Peppers Retreats, Resorts & Hotels by visiting our website -- www.swaintours.com/peppers.

If you’re seeking unique retreats, boutique getaways or indulgent surroundings, be sure to keep Peppers in mind. Contact one of our dedicated Swain consultants to assist you in creating a truly unforgettable experience.