Why stay on a vineyard in winter?

The harvest is complete, the crop has been picked and is fermenting in the winery, while the vines rest in preparation for the spring ahead.

And while the vines sleep for the night, so can you. Wine always tastes at its very best at its source. Drinking wine as you gaze at the vines where it grew, makes it an extra special experience. Imagine enjoying your wine and a bite to eat in our Brasserie, serving locally sourced tapas, before heading off to enjoy a deep sleep right in the heart of the vineyard.

We have some wonderful guest accommodation here at Three Choirs Vineyard – our beautiful Vineyard View bedrooms and Oak and Cedar, our luxury Vineyard Lodges. Our rooms overlook the vine-clad valleys, and our lodges are perfect for those looking to get closer to nature.

Our accommodation is open all year round and the seasons all have something different and unique to offer visitors. Why choose to stay in winter?

Start the day with coffee on the terrace in the crisp winter air or choose to stay in the warmth and luxury of your room.

While you might opt to spend your entire break relaxing on the vineyard, you might also use it as a base to explore the area more widely. Three Choirs Vineyard is close to the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds, and is perfect for a short break, a romantic retreat or a quiet weekend away from it all.

Of course, the vineyard looks beautiful in summer, but there is something very special about the view in winter, especially on a crisp, frosty morning.

With the leaves all gone, your views over the vineyard and beyond are uninterrupted. It is a different scene to the lush, leafy vines of summer, but no less stunning.

When it’s cold outside, you can wrap up warm for a walk or just stay inside your cosy accommodation and make the most of the peace and quiet.

And while wine tasting on a hot, sunny afternoon sounds tempting, what about enjoying a warming glass of red as the sun sets on a chilly winter’s day?

Not everyone realises how beautiful a vineyard is in winter, so if you book a winter break, you will be lucky enough to enjoy a quieter vineyard. With less staff working and less visitors, that extra space will be yours to savour in peace.

If you’re looking for a quiet getaway and aren’t too worried about the weather, it is slightly cheaper to stay at the vineyard in winter. And you can still get to experience wine tasting or dine at the Brasserie, if you choose to, at any time of year.

What are you waiting for? Book your winter break now, you won’t be disappointed.