SEBEL STYLE FOR VICTORIA'S HIGH COUNTRY

November 21, 2014: Guests booking for a rural Christmas break or travelling to the Grand Mercure Pinnacle Valley Resort, will be delighted to find the Victorian High Country Resort has just rebadged and is now named The Sebel Pinnacle Valley Resort, Victoria.

The popular Resort is owned by Accor Vacation Club – the fully owned subsidiary of Accor, that has over 31,000 Members and that was established in 2001.

Guests will see noticeable changes, including fresh new designer uniforms, signage, in-house livery, with a staff trained in new Sebel standards, including the popular Host program, that sees guest welcomed warmly and individually. The staff is trained in discretion and top flight service as Hosts, and will be dressed in new uniforms designed by David Lawrence, Country Road and Sports craft.

In February 2015 there are more big changes coming with a $4 million dollar refurbishment to be completed by June 2015, to keep the rural retreat up to the Club’s high standards, and that which couples, families, wedding parties, conference groups expect of Accor Vacation Club Resorts. (There are 21 in Australia, New Zealand and Bali.)

The Sebel brand prides itself on offering its guests sophisticated elegance plus superb facilities, and individual personalised service, all in the most desirable locations.

The Victorian High Country is world-renowned for its green, pristine scenery, the proximity to the Mt Buller snowfields, world-class wineries and stunning fresh food providers.

Craig Wood CEO of Accor Vacation Club commented “The Sebel is a brand that is rich in heritage and this is the stylish accommodation that our Members expect and are entitled to.”

This Christmas guests can enjoy some stylish Sebel service with a Gourmet Christmas Lunch Buffet for $115 for adults, $69 for youth (13-17yrs) and $39 for children (4-12yrs)

Commencing from arrival at 11.30am on Christmas Day, the Restaurant doors open from 12noon – 3.00pm and the package includes the following goodies:-

Hot Christmas Carvery Buffet with Ham & Turkey

Seafood Buffet with Prawns, Oysters & Calamari

Glass of sparkling wine on arrival (over 18’s)

Free Soft Drink for ages 4 – 17 years old

A special visit from Santa (gifts for kids up to 12 years old)

To book for accommodation or Christmas Day please phone +61 3 5777 5788 or email reservations@pvr.com.au

About The Sebel Pinnacle Valley Resort

Just 2 ½ hours drive from Melbourne, and offering studio rooms, one bedroom apartments and two and three bedroom chalets as accommodation options, it is very convenient entry point to the Victorian High Country, perfectly positioned just half an hour from the famous Mt Buller ski fields and surrounded by rivers, mountains and wineries. This resort is an ideal all-seasons holiday destination where you can relax and soak up the sunshine by the pool in summer, or hit the nearby snowfields in winter.

The Resort is well equipped with recreational facilities including tennis, an 18 hole mini-golf course, gym, volleyball, indoor spas, sauna, solar heated swimming pool, games room and an on-site horse stable - with riding available during the warmer months.

About Accor Vacation Club

Accor Vacation Club is an exciting, innovative holiday ownership club offering fantastic choice and flexibility to its Members in a wide variety of holiday destinations worldwide. For more information visit www.accorvacationclub.com.au

Accor Vacation Club is Australia’s first hotel branded holiday ownership club commencing operations in 2000, with over 31,000 Member families who enjoy holidays at 21 Club Properties. The Club’s operator is part of the Accor group, the largest hotel group in the Asia Pacific region with operations across 16 countries, covering a full spectrum of locations and hotel styles, from luxury to budget.