The Berry View, NSW

In the elegant country town of Berry, it’s hard to miss this modernist motel on the north end of Queen Street with its white façade and eye-catching tangerine doors. An easy 600 metre stroll into the village.

Once upon a time, The Berry View was just another small humble 1950s drive-up-to-the-door roadside motel, but it’s been expertly flipped into a Palm Springs-style stay, worthy of the discerning traveller.

The Berry View has now been extended to include new deluxe suites and an infinity edge swimming pool, with a large deck area for guests to enjoy.

The retro exterior belies a modern heart — all 31 rooms have Smart-Lock technology for car-to-door check-in without having to talk to reception (but there are humans there if you need them!). Behind those eye-catching orange doors, the chic, light-filled rooms come in a range of configurations to suit road-tripping families, adventurous couples, or getaway groups of friends. Each room has its own bespoke design tweaks and countryside views or freestanding tubs, but the mid-century aesthetic, and pops of spicy tones, do not waver.

Petite and perfectly located, The Berry View is the ideal place to unwind after a day exploring the storied town of Berry, from browsing vintage treasures and local fashion, to sipping local wine and devouring a sugar-dusted donut from The Famous Berry Donut Van.