Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting

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A wooden staircase with plants, leading to a room with a desk, chairs, and a window.
A room with a stone wall, a large window, a wooden ceiling, a table, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in stove, and a sink. There is a window with blinds, and a wooden ladder is leaning against the wall.
A wooden door leading to a room with a stone wall, a chair, and a potted plant.
A wooden house with a porch, a hanging flower vine, a wicker chair, and a small statue.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
With 2 bicycles, this cottage accommodates 3 guests in 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It includes a patio and balcony for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy water views and access to nearby scuba diving and kayaking. Explore Oyster Cove Marina and Woodbridge Hill Conservation Area nearby.

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Woodbridge, TAS
  • Place, Woodbridge Hill Conservation Area
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Salamanca Market
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Salamanca Place
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting

A gorgeous, private, cottage, filled with plants and natural light, located in the foothills of the village of Woodbridge on the D'Entrecasteaux Channel.
The cottage is oriented away from the main house.

Unique in its design and construction featuring a beautiful cordwood feature wall (you'll understand why we call it the Giraffe House) and beautifully hand-crafted alternate tread stairs.

There is a cosy queensize bed on the mezzanine with fantastic southerly sky views. You may be lucky enough to capture the Southern lights Aurora Australis.

Relax in the lounge and be warmed by the radiant heat from the woodstove. The well-equipped kitchen, providing essential pantry items, has a gas cooktop, microwave/oven, and fridge.

The kitchen dining area looks west to the Woodbridge Hill, a comfy couch allows for basking in the afternoon winter son whilst watching the abundant bird and wildlife.

The bathroom has a walk-in shower and composting toilet. There is a small office area.

The Giraffe House provides a perfect intimate base to spend a peaceful weekend or week away exploring Southern Tasmania's Coal River Valley, the Tasman Peninsula, Huon Valley, Channel and Bruny Island or simply relaxing on the veranda watching the birds whilst the sun sets over the mountain.

There are many great local attractions, vineyards, restaurants, & outdoor activities within easy access. The Giraffe House was built in 1985 and has had several makeovers most recently during the Winter of 2018.

It is only a short walk to the foreshore where you will find all manner of marine life and sea birds. Grab one of our kayaks (fee applies) and paddle around to wreck in Little Peppermint Bay. Come for a sail on on Channel (www.sailingtasmania.com.au)

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Exempt: This listing falls under the 'home sharing' exemptiontheaeay from the main house. It is very private

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Non crawling, walking children are welcome.
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Events

No 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 # 9593886
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Woodbridge

Located in Woodbridge, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Lovett Gallery and The Wooden Boat Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oyster Cove Marina and Grandvewe Cheeses. Ninepin Point Marine Nature Reserve and North West Bay Conservation Area are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
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Woodbridge, TAS

What's nearby

  • Woodbridge Hill Conservation Area - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Salamanca Market - 35 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Salamanca Place - 36 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Wrest Point Casino - 36 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Constitution Dock - 36 min drive - 44.9 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snug Friendly Store & Takeaway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Snug Tavern - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grandvewe Cheeses - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Woodbridge Village Emporium - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Oyster Cove Inn - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Intimate, earthy cottage in Tranquil Setting located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Woodbridge Hill Conservation Area and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Oyster Cove Marina. Grandvewe Cheeses and Bruny Island Ferry - Kettering Ferry Terminal are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Christine Rowland

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A very comprehensive bio-dynamic vegetable garden which has evolved (in 25 years) from a blackberry infested paddock with a house and shed and one sapling gum tree. The host's Italian heritage on her father’s side and her Mother’s love of herbs and flowers instilled in her a connection with the earth and gardening at a young age. Her study of homeopathy and interest in Rudolf Steiner’s writings on agriculture sparked her interest in herbs and their culinary and medicinal use as well as in maintaining the garden using biodynamic principles.

Why they chose this property

You'll discover why when you arrive.

What makes this property unique

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the tranquility. You'll discover deep peace, native wildlife, pick fruit fresh from the trees, collect eggs and honey and make yourself a salad from the garden

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