Located in Nietta, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Winterbrook Falls Regional Reserve and Forth Falls Creek Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Wing's Wildlife Park and Tasmazia. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours, hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
Leven Canyon Regional Reserve - 10 min drive - 4.8 km
Dial Range Forest Reserve - 26 min drive - 23.5 km
Forth Falls Creek Conservation Area - 27 min drive - 24.3 km
Wing's Wildlife Park - 30 min drive - 25.8 km
Lake Barrington International Rowing Course - 59 min drive - 64.8 km
Getting around
Penguin Station - 43 min drive
Devonport, TAS (DPO) - 49 min drive
Restaurants
Kaydale Lodge - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way?
As of 6 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way on 25 Apr 2027 start from £182, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Buttons on Gaunts underneath the Milky Way located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from Leven Canyon Regional Reserve and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Winterbrook Falls Regional Reserve. Wing's Wildlife Park and Forth Falls Creek Conservation Area are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This property is perfect in every way. If you want a unique experience with exceptional hosts this is the place for you. There is plenty to do on the property plus so many things to see and do within a short drive.
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2025
Pleased you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jacki
27 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Home away from home. Cute comfy rural cottage with everything you need. Alison is so welcoming. Definitely would stay again.
Great homely cottage equipped with everything we needed! Really enjoyed the farm animal feeding experience, we were made to feel welcome and part of the farm for the morning! Highly recommend.
Button's cottage is a lovely place to stay and use as a base to explore Tasmania's northern coast and inland. The cottage it's self was immaculate and well appointed and the host, Allison, was very welcoming and helpful. We literally could not have asked for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Trevor
22 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The cottage was immaculate and had everything we needed. Alison the host was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
PETER
28 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
lovely hostess Alison
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Gael
3 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful old cottage nicely renovated with all the mod cons set on a working farm in a beautiful setting. Quiet and private, in easy walking distance to waterfalls.
Delicious home made almond croissants provided by our host Alison was a perfect final breakfast to top off our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Peter
27 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely place to relax and unwind! Alison is the perfect host with all the details on the history of the property and the surrounding area. It is also perfect for pet dogs with a large fenced area-dog heaven!
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10/10 Excellent
Daisy
5 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very lovely, clean and quite place to unwind. Thanks Alison!
A beautiful home to stay in Cosy,Clean & Comfortable.
Every thing you need to survive for a couple of days without having to rush out to the shops,but take some drinking water with you.Alison herself is a very kind and generous host and very easy to communicate with.All four of us said we would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
16 Jan 2015
Lovely place with lots of extra touches
We spent 3 lovely nights at Button's Cottage. It is even more delightful than it looks in the pictures. We were there with kids who delighted in the chance to hand feed some young lambs - but we hope to be back for some grown up only time one day as it is a beautiful peaceful space. Great hospitality too - lots of little touches like home-baked treats in the kitchen and beautiful linens. Plus the owners have mastered the art of being welcoming while still giving you all the privacy you need.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure to welcome you to Buttons Cottage and hope to see you back over coming years.
Alison was such a kind and generous host. The cottage was a perfect country break that was peaceful and homely. The cottage had everything we needed and was a good base to explore cradle mountain from. We picnicked in the yard overlooking mountain ranges, and my girls loved exploring the area and finding all sorts of animals. Would happily recommend Buttons Cottage for a quiet stay to help life slow down and connect with family.
Alison is a warm and generous host. She has thought of everything you may need during your stay (including warm slippers and umbrellas).
Buttons Cottage is magical, cosy and a delight in every way. We enjoyed day trips around the area, including Ulverstone and Wynyard. Do yourself a favour and come down for air.
Well maintained & fitted out farmhouse 30-40 mins to Ulverston and Devonport. Friendly & welcoming host who was adaptable & responsive to our last minute check in time change! We had a power outage during our stay & Alison was quick to try & smooth out the challenges that created on a rural property. Thank you
Beautiful quiet country setting- loved the sheep & cattle in the back yard- Alison is a wonderful hostess- she even made us homemade croissants- The best I’ve ever had- she shared her recipe- I hope mine turn out half as good as hers! The cottage was very clean- loved the linen sheets- so much attention to detail- loved visiting with Alison- I wish it wasn’t so far away- I’d definitely be back- ❤️
Alison has a delightful little cottage with comfortable beds (my most important thing) and all amenities including a lovely sunroom where we whittled away the hours disengaging from technology and playing card/board games. A great way to unwind.
Alison was very friendly and extremely accommodating which was greatly appreciated.
Thank you so much Alison.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2020
Nicolette communicated effectively, the perfect guest, leaving our property exceptionally clean & tidy. A pleasure to host.
Button's cottage is a true hidden gem. At first you may think you're going the wrong way to reach the property, especially the gravel road at the end, but once the forest opens up to the 500 acres of Gaunt's Homestead, with rolling hills, bubbling brooks, waterfalls and platypuses, it will all make sense. Even though the actual cottage is from 1886, it has been well restored and the bathroom in particular is very modern. Great amenities and touches through the house. Highly recommended and Alison is a wonderful host!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Paul
27 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property was very clean, neat and well appointed. Really appreciated the extras like breakfast items, luxury towels, linens and toiletries. The property had a quite relaxing vibe.
Owner was attentive and receptive, quickly addressing a couple of issues that arose.
Expedia displayed this property during a search filter including a fireplace, however, there is no fireplace. Heating is electric/air conditioning.
Unforgettable Rustic Retreat: Get away from the chaos and reconnect with your loved ones
My family and I recently stayed at this lovely cottage, which was built in 1886, and it was a truly unforgettable experience. The property has a rustic and timeless feel to it that transported us back in time. Buttons Cottage was spacious and comfortable, and my wife and our two teenage daughters adored its rustic charm. Jedi, our family dog, also enjoyed the freedom of the property and had a great time exploring the surrounding land. The location was remote and peaceful, allowing us to truly disconnect and relax from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Our host was extremely accommodating, helpful, and always willing to answer any questions we had. "We would strongly recommend this property to anyone seeking a peaceful and rustic retreat."
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Buttons Cottage and couldn't have asked for a better place to relax. The cottage was cosy, clean, well-equipped, and surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, making it the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle.The peaceful location was ideal for unwinding, while still being a great base to explore the surrounding area. We especially loved waking up to the sounds of nature and enjoying the stunning rainforest setting.Our host was friendly, welcoming, and provided clear directions and great communication throughout our stay, making everything easy from arrival to departure.We would highly recommend Buttons Cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway in Tasmania and would happily stay here again. Thank you for a fantastic experience!