Granmonte Wine Cottage

“A Tranquil Retreat: GranMonte Vineyard and Winery stay at GranMonte Wine Cottage ”

Discover the allure of GranMonte Vineyard and Winery in Khaoyai, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, as we recount our amazing overnight stay in the Vineyard Wine Cottage. The Accommodation We chose to stay in the intimate Wine Cottage, featuring only 7 rooms. Our room, Cottage number 8, a Vineyard Delux… lisää

Discover the allure of GranMonte Vineyard and Winery in Khaoyai, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, as we recount our amazing overnight stay in the Vineyard Wine Cottage. The Accommodation We chose to stay in the intimate Wine Cottage, featuring only 7 rooms. Our room, Cottage number 8, a Vineyard Deluxe on the 2nd floor, offered a cozy and private atmosphere. Upon arrival, guests are welcomed with a choice of Rosé wine or 100% Shiraz Grapes juice from the winery. The cottage boasts a charming country-style décor with warm colors, natural materials, and simple furnishings. A spacious outdoor balcony provided breathtaking views of the vineyard. The large comfortable bedroom included a king-size bed with two pillows per person, a living chair area for sipping wine and coffee, a working desk, and a smart television. Guest amenities included a wardrobe with bathrobes, in-room slippers, a water boiler with instant drip coffee and tea, and a refrigerator stocked with minibar snacks and GranMonte wine for purchase. The clean bathroom featured vintage tile wall decoration, amenity kits with high-quality toiletries (from Panpuri brand), a hairdryer, and towels. Stargazing at GranMonte A highlight of our stay was stargazing at night. The Wine Cottage holds a Dark Sky Thailand certificate, offering an exceptional experience of the night sky while emphasizing the importance of protecting it from light pollution. For a unique and unforgettable experience, GranMonte Vineyard and Winery is highly recommended. We captured a stunning picture of Venus, stars, and the moon during our nighttime stargazing, making it a perfect night ever. Morning Bliss and Breakfast at Vincotto Restaurant After a peaceful night's sleep, we enjoyed an early morning walk and bike ride around the vineyard. Breakfast at Vincotto restaurant (7:00-10:00 AM) featured outdoor seating next to the lotus pond, offering a beautiful nature view. Vincotto provides four set menus: Thai Breakfast set, American breakfast set, Continental breakfast set, and Egg Benedict breakfast set. Each meal is served with a glass of sparkling wine "GranMonte Cremant" and fresh 100% Shiraz grape juice. Our favorites included the delectable "Egg Benedict" and the Thai Breakfast set, particularly the "Kai Krata." The American breakfast set, along with seasonal fruits, homemade bread rolls, banana cupcakes, and hot beverages, provided a satisfying start to the day. GranMonte Vineyard and Winery, with its Wine Cottage, provides an ideal escape from the city. Relax in the mountains, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy the stunning scenery. Whether you're into stargazing or exploring the local attractions, GranMonte offers a perfect blend of tranquility and activity.

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“Highly recommend!! The Best Vineyard Trip”

The winery is professional organized. The scenery is superb and surrounded by mountains. Our room was cosy and stunning view and all staff are friendly. We were so impressed with Khun Barry our hosts. She gave us a good insight during the vineyard tour and wine testing was really great experience… lisää

The winery is professional organized. The scenery is superb and surrounded by mountains. Our room was cosy and stunning view and all staff are friendly. We were so impressed with Khun Barry our hosts. She gave us a good insight during the vineyard tour and wine testing was really great experience. I will definitely visit with friends and family again. Highly recommend

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“Great Retreat”

Our second visit and again far too short for this quiet and unique small guest house in the Asoke Valley with stunning views over the vineyard. To appreciate the great wines on offer join an interesting wine tour and taste what can easily rival with some good wines from many other well known wine r… lisää

Our second visit and again far too short for this quiet and unique small guest house in the Asoke Valley with stunning views over the vineyard. To appreciate the great wines on offer join an interesting wine tour and taste what can easily rival with some good wines from many other well known wine regions. Great shop to ship your selection but regrettably no acceptance of Platinum CC. The VinCotto fine dining was the highlight of out stay with some exquisite dishes accompanied with world class quality wines made with passion. We shall be back

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“Interesting stay which needs more attention into the hardware and software in the cottage”

We had high expectations for this stay given it was our first stay in a vineyard, and what better way than to do it in our backyard in Southeast Asia? While the experience was nice and interesting, we found it slightly wanting in some aspects. The positives: We stayed in the vineyard room tha… lisää

We had high expectations for this stay given it was our first stay in a vineyard, and what better way than to do it in our backyard in Southeast Asia? While the experience was nice and interesting, we found it slightly wanting in some aspects. The positives: We stayed in the vineyard room that overlooks a lovely, tranquil view of the vineyard and Khao Yao mountains. As some of the reviews mentioned, being in a Dark Sky conservation area, we also could see an abundance of stars at night. The stay was in general, quiet and quite lovely. To top it off, we had a nice welcome drink at the start of our stay - their Spring Chenin Blanc, and delicious breakfast (we like the Thai breakfast and their intercontinental selection). Their cremant (sparkling wine) which came with the breakfast was the icing on the cake, and their (non-alcoholic) 100% Shiraz grape juice was so lovely we ended up buying a box of it to bring back with us. The negatives: A majority of the staff, especially at their in-house restaurant, Vincotto, spoke little to no English, which made communicating relatively difficult. There was also nobody at the front desk a majority of the time, and no phone in the room to call the front desk, which meant we needed to navigate trying to communicate with the restaurant staff for even a simple request as getting extra water for the room. The room, whilst having a lovely view of the vineyard, was quite small and a little cramped. It also had paper thin walls and windows, which while adding to its rustic charm, meant a very restless sleep for me and especially my partner. We were awaken early in the morning by wind howling and birds chirping every morning. It’s nice, but we are just not very well-rested everyday. The water in the shower / in the taps in the room was also a little slimy for some reason, which led to me feeling oily no matter how much I cleaned myself. Also, as insect-proof as they tried to make it, we often find small insects in the room or lying dead in the sink. I applaud Granmonte for its wines, its awards, and the great strides it has made in its short 25 years history of making wine. However, for hospitality to take off in the winery (which feels more like a side business to them for now), a lot more attention needs to be put into the hardware and software of the place.

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