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Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views

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Whispering Spirit Strawbale Cottage with gardens and paddocks
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Balcony or patio

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views

Refreshing retreat in secluded gardens. Watch the foals play in the paddocks and meet the ponies. Experience the farm life, go for walks, look out for the platypus.
Get your produce from our little farm store, free range eggs, baked goods, fresh and frozen fruits, desserts, jams and juices. Whispering Spirit Farm runs on organic principles and implements environmentally friendly practices.
The Strawbale Cottage has a luxury Spa Bath and two bedroom ensuites and hearty breakfast provisions for the first night. The perfect place to experience everything in
this area. Well suited for longer stays at very reasonable rates. Multi-night and weekly discounts. Our farm is run on organic principals. As well there is a Cosy Cottage,
a one-bedroom cottage which is very popular for longer stays with a homely atmosphere. For more details check out our website. On arrival you will find hearty breakfast provisions for the first nights stay. The location offers a good base to experience all attractions in the south. Discount rates available for longer stays.
Whispering Spirit Holiday Cottages and Miniature Pony stud is a refreshing, fully self-contained retreat with valley and mountain views and secluded gardens. It has a unique Strawbale Cottage. A cosy wood heater is set in a spacious living area and a lovely country kitchen rounds it up. You can enjoy a barbecue overlooking it all. Very well suited for families with kids, couples and honey moons.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

Events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7286780
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in the mountains. Egg Islands Conservation Area and Egg Islands Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Forest & Heritage Centre and Scented Rose.
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Franklin, TAS

What's nearby

  • Egg Islands Conservation Area - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Egg Islands Reserve - 8 min drive - 5.7 km
  • The Wooden Boat Centre - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Huonville Esplanade Park - 11 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Huon Apple & Heritage Museum - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lost Captain Restaurant & Taphouse - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Summer Kitchen Bakery Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Frank's Cider Bar and Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Self-contained in beautiful quiet surroundings with valley and mountain views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Egg Islands Conservation Area, The Wooden Boat Centre and Egg Islands Reserve. Huonville Esplanade Park and Huon Valley Visitor Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage. Location was lovely & quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heidi greeted us and showed us to our beautiful cottage, where a warm log fire awaited us on a cold, wet afternoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Get Away

My daughter and I loved our stay in this cottage. Heidi was helpful and kind. The view is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect country stay

Beautiful country stay , well equipped cottage. Well looked after by Heidi
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bliss

Beautiful location, accommodation just gorgeous, homemade goods were very good..highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for your nice review Greg. We are glad you liked it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

The property was absolutely beautiful inside and out. Heidi was an absolute delight. Perfect position for exploring.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just lovely

We really enjoyed Whispering Spirit. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal retreat. Wonderful and considerate hosts who had lit the fire for us and stocked the fridge with farm fresh eggs, some bacon, cheese, butter, milk along with a loaf of home-made bread!Beautiful gardens with lots of birds and little critters.The cold, wet windy days were a pleasure as we stoked the fire, played card games, read and snoozed. So relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Fabulous!

We absolutely loved our stay at this amazing cottage. Check in was quick and easy and everything was beautifully presented both inside and out. The cottage is private and peaceful. We were close to many places to explore. The fireplace was lovely too. We highly recommend staying here and will keep it in mind next time we travel to beautiful Tasmania.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcome you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful sanctuary

Whispering Spirit was the perfect place to relax in the midst of a busy stay in Franklin, I would love to return to stay longer and spend more time on the property next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2022
Thank you Vanessa for your nice review. We looking forward to see you again next time you come in this area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trudy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Calming Spirit

Wonderful, relaxing place to stay for a few days. We wish it had been longer. Cold weather but plenty of ways to keep warm. Plenty of firewood available. Farm shop was great. And complimentary home made bread amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2025
Thank you so much for your nice review. We like sharing our place with people and try to make it as enjoyable as possible.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect privacy

Everything about my stay was above expectations. Heidi had left my first breakfast which was appreciatedThe strawbale cottage was very cosy with a wood fire and every evening the wildlife came to feed around the house.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jill m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful place

what a beautiful and special place. Everything you could need is provided. The garden and birds are gorgeous and farm animals are friendly. And there are wonderful provisions in the farm shop.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary & Marylin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks Heidi

BEAUTIFUL country cottage. Absolutely loved it!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Joan S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The accommodation could have been cleaner. The rugs could do with a wash. Pm The pillows smelt musty

We were there 5 days. There was some washing still in the washing machine.. Except for the cleanliness it was a good place to stay..
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place is perfect for a family holiday in Tassie!

We all absolutely loved our stay at Whispering Spirit. There was everything you could possibly want and more! The cottage was beautiful and just perfect for an idyllic Tassie holiday. We struggled to take the kids sight seeing around Tassie as they just wanted to stay on the farm and play. The highlight for the kids was to stop at Heidi’s shop for a late night ice-cream- even in Winter!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Paradise

What a relaxing place! The house is gorgeous and so comfortable, the garden is blissful, the wildlife amazing, the mini ponies and goats are so cute (there was even a teeny foal when we were there), and the homemade produce from the farm store was delicious! None of us wanted to leave. Don’t hesitate to stay here - you won’t regret it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan, 2021
thank you very much for the nice description of our place. You said it all. There is nothing more to add.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Livia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Strawbale cottage

Lovely cottage with a welcoming slow combustion stove fire (with pizza oven!) on a farm where they offer a little store where you can buy home baked bread, home made organic jams and ice creams, right in the heart of the Huon Valley and close to lots of wonderful places and hiking. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2021
Thank you Livia for the nice review. It was a pleasure to meet you and to be able to make you feel well on our place. Thanks again Heidi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tottaky cosy

The host showed us to our accommodation & told us about everything we needed to know. It was a bit chilly when we arrived, so she started the fure which was so cosy. Everything you need is there for a totally peaceful stay. The beds we're super comfy, the ambience great & a fantastic spa in the main bedroom ensuite. I'd highly recommend this cottage for a total restful stay. 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan, 2024
Thank you so much Julie for your excellent review. we are happy you enjoyed your stay with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully peaceful

Heidi was a wonderful host who greeted us on arrival. The accommodation was clean, homely with everything you needed along with supplies provided including eggs from the farm, Heidi’s home made bread, butter and milk. Heidi’s food stall sold other wonderful home made provisions from delicious berry cheese cake to ice cream, soup, bread and fresh berries. The farm animals where lovely to see along with the visiting wallabies and birds. Thank you, Heidi, for a truely beautiful and peaceful stay and we hope to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2023
Thank you Nina for your nice review. We are glad you liked everything. It makes it all worth while. Maybe we see you again one day. Thanks Heidi
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A true rural idyll

Nestled in the hlls above Franklin, the Strawbale Cottage at Whispering Spirits is a true gem. Completely private, the cottage is surrounded by a beautiful garden. Pademelons feed outside the window, splendid fairy wrens alight on trees and owls hoot gently nearby. A hop and a skip down the hill is Whispering Spirit's organic fresh produce room, where you can buy home-made organic produce, as well as berries and seasonal vegeables. Owners Heidi and Herbert are easily accessible and extremely helpful if you have any questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Area, Loads of Nature and Animals!

Thoroughly enjoyed staying here.Pros:- Charming house- Pademelons everywhere! Lots of other wildlife around, definitely drive slowly at night!- Chickens! Goats! Ponies! Cows!- Farm produce stall - Spaetzal was very nice, Quark poppy-seed cheese cake was very tasty- Surrounds area was very peaceful, natural and beautiful.- Included wifi was good.- Firewood also very good, and fireplace well maintained and worked well.- Hot bath (albeit a bit fiddly to get the hotwater working correctly)- Electric blankets.- Friendly hosts- Breakfast provisions for the first day were much appreciated after a long journey.- Woolworths nearby.Cons:- Tap water not drinkable, should be on the listing.- House needed some airing out, and a bit more of a clean. - Didn't see any platypus on the property, but did see them in Geeveston.
Rooster
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your nice comments and that you did like most of it. We always trying our best. Regarding the tap water, it is normal rain water from the tank. So people drink it all the time. But we do have to have this note on the wall because of council regulation, just for safety and liability, for that reason we have a water bottle in the fridge. So you could have drank it, and if not sure boiled it. The house can get very warm when the woodfire is on regarding airing. You was there 8 nights so it should have been alright. If there was anything not so clean as it should be, we would like to know, what is was, since we normally get very good reviews about that. It always good to let us know personnel, if there is any questions or problems.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from home

Comfortable n welcoming home. Wll stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breath of fresh air

I wish we could have stayed longer in this beautiful property. It’s so picturesque and Heidi is a lovely host. The kids loved the animals and the cottage too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved all of your place..

Home made treats n soup is such a good idea for winter..didn't have too leave for anything..Well done..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

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Hosted by Heidi Bauer

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German

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