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The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House is a $2,500 Whisky Retreat


We love it when two masters of their respective domains team up for a luxury experience and this exclusive offering is like something out of our wildest dreams. On one side is the historic Speyside distillery, The Balvenie, and on the other is the Australian five-star hotel, Osborn House. Bring these two legends together and you end up with The Balvenie Residence, an exclusive two-night stay dedicated to whisky lovers, foodies, and pretty much anyone with a taste for the finer things in life. Yes, please!

The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House interior
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House | Image: Dexter Kim

Nestled in the heart of the Southern Highlands, Osborn House is synonymous with sweeping natural views, relaxing vibes, gourmet cuisine, and world-class hospitality. Equal parts contemporary and rustic, the boutique hotel offers a tranquil retreat from the everyday hustle and bustle of modern existence. But you know what would make this epic stay all the more unforgettable? Rare whisky from one of Scotland’s finest distilleries, that’s what.

Enter The Balvenie, a family-owned operation backed by over 125 years of major accolades and superlative craftsmanship. To book this curated experience is to indulge yourself in the best of all worlds, taking in the hotel’s luxurious offerings whilst sampling rare whiskies such as Caribbean Cask 14-Year-Old, French Oak 16-Year-Old, and PortWood 21-Year-Old (to name just a few). Oh, and did we mention the starry night skies, access to a sauna and jacuzzi, and the multi-course dinner for two at Fire Kitchen restaurant? All that and more awaits each lucky guest.

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A gourmet dinner at Osborn House | Image: Dexter Kim

Here’s a rundown of what you can expect when you book The Balvenie Residence (which runs during April and May in 2025):

  • Two nights’ accommodation in the private and secluded Forest Lodge at Osborn House
  • A gourmet dinner for two at the acclaimed Fire Kitchen restaurant’ paired with The Balvenie’s finest whiskies
  • A bottle of The Balvenie Collection of Curious Casks American Bourbon Barrel 14-Year Old (valued at $205)
  • Daily Breakfast included, indulging in seasonal produce.
  • Access to Osborn House’s exclusive Forest Bathing Deck, complete with sauna, jacuzzi, ice bath and fire pit
  • Non-alcoholic mini-bar
  • Use of all facilities (25m pool, steam room, sauna, tennis court)
  • Valet parking

“The Balvenie and Osborn House share a deep appreciation for craftsmanship, and I’m thrilled that we can bring such a special experience to Australian whisky drinkers,” The Balvenie brand ambassador Joey Chisholm said. “I was lucky enough to recently visit our distillery in Dufftown, Scotland, and what I took away was the truly inspiring dedication, passion and teamwork that goes into handcrafting each dram of our whisky. On my first visit to Osborn House, I felt that same energy. The team’s hospitality is infectious and the experience they create is a level of luxury unlike anywhere else in Australia.”

The Balvenie Residence is available for booking from now until 6 January 2025. The residence itself will take place during April and May 2025 and deliver experiences you won’t soon forget. Prices start at $2,500 and it sounds like guests will definitely get what they pay for. Meanwhile, you had us at whisky!

The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House rooftop bar
The Balvenie Residence | Image: Wade Whiting
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House outdoor fire pit
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House | Image: Dexter Kim
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House interior
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House | Image: Dexter Kim
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House mini-bar
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House | Image: Dexter Kim
Men hanging out at The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House lounge
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House | Image: Wade Whiting
People lake fishing
Fly fishing at The Balvenie Residence | Image: Wade Whiting
Group of people with fishing rods and bottles of whisky
Fly fishing at The Balvenie Residence | Image: Wade Whiting
gourmet meal
Gourmet dinner | Image: Dexter Kim
Man grilling meat
Firedoor chef Lennox Hastie at The Balvenie Osborn House experience | Image: Dexter Kim
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House rooftop bar
Image: Wade Whiting
The Balvenie Residence at Osborn House rooftop bar
Image: Wade Whiting