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Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

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18546 Tasman Highway, Douglas River, TAS, 7215
  • East Coast Natureworld
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Bicheno Blowhole
    ‪9 min drive‬

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Ocean View Cottage)

  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Garden View

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Beachcomber Cottage)

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Sandpiper Cottage)

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Single Beds

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Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (The Beach House)

  • 160 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 5 Single Beds

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Driftwood Cottage)

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Douglas River

Located in Douglas River, Sandpiper Ocean Cottages is on the beach. Freycinet Vineyards and Devil’s Corner Cellar Door are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Denison Rivulet Conservation Area and Apsley Conservation Area. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like whale watching.

What's nearby

  • Denison Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • East Coast Natureworld - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Bicheno Blowhole - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Whalers Lookout - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Edge Bakery Bicheno - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Farm Shed East Coast Wine Centre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beachfront at Bicheno - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Food & Brew Bicheno - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun
Guests at this beach cottage will appreciate convenient on-site amenities such as barbecue grills and a picnic area. All 6 accommodations have LCD TVs with satellite channels, and feature kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves. Other amenities available to guests include washers/dryers, pillowtop beds and WiFi. Housekeeping is not available.
Sandpiper Ocean Cottages offers 6 accommodations with washers/dryers and DVD players. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 4-star cottage has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

This Douglas River cottage provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include minibars and coffee/tea makers.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Outdoor space

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of AUD 10 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for AUD 10 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: AUD 20.00 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: AUD 20 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Pet fee: AUD 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: AUD 10 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards
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
This property is professionally cleaned

National rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian star ratings agency, Star Ratings Australia.

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandpiper Ocean Cottages pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of AUD 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandpiper Ocean Cottages?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sandpiper Ocean Cottages located?

Nestled on the beach, this Douglas River cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Denison Beach and Denison Rivulet Conservation Area. Redbill Beach and Apsley Conservation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Sandpiper Ocean Cottages Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really enjoyed meeting the hosts/owners. It was a perfect spot for relaxing and enjoying what the area had to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nash

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Fantastic getaway

Our stay started off with a warm welcome at check in from John and his trusty sidekick Rex. To our surprise we were given an amazing hamper of locally sourced essentials and treats. Things only got better from there. The cottage was extremely well equipped and very comfortable, it felt like a home away from home. The fireplace made the cottage so warm and cosy when the sun went down. We awoke to see a pad
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sandpiper Cottages are set in a secluded little haven just outside Bicheno. The cabins have everything you need and the welcome basket was a winderful addition.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic stay for my family of 4. Cottage was clean, well appointed, comfortable beds and very warm heaters. Short walk to a beautiful beach and short drive to Bicheno. Loved the welcome basket, and would recommend Sandoiper Cottages highly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teena

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Peace Haven

Absolutely amazing place that I really don’t want to share with anyone. So peacefully quiet, only minutes from Bicheno by car, super clean and comfy bedding. The private beach access was spectacular and a breakfast hamper on arrival was nicely packed with local produce
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fireplace with ready logs, the super comfy beds, the wonderful heating system in every room, the well equipped kitchen with oven, microwave, induction stove, washing machine with detergent. Short walk to a white sandy beach which feels like a private beach. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach and close to Bicheno. Very quiet and peaceful spot
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing holiday home

Very peaceful location. Lovely welcome breakfast pack. Great cooking facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Isana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical stay

Magical - location and house! Everything needed and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Mudgee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the breakfast basket and very close to the beach. Wish we stayed longer. Comfy bed. Austar. Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful location, close to beach

This place is just lovely, the owners are very friendly and quite helpful. The cottage was quite extensive with a lot of furnishings and kitchen utensils. A gourmet basket is provied on arrival, including eggs from their chickens! and, freshly baked scones were provided. Great place, will definitely Crome back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy cottage with all a family needs

Because we're not the rustic style types we booked the newer, accessible 2 br cottage, called 'Hanalei'. Comfortably, sensibly and attractively furnished with everything we (three of us, including two teenagers) needed. Thoughtful inclusions in the kitchen to make self-catering easier, plus the offer at reception to help out with extras like spices. Roll-in/out shower and ramp access to entrance of course. Surprisingly spacious especially in the bathroom/laundry. 10km drive to Bicheno which I decided I didn't want to do at night - so we stayed in and watched DVDs from the library at reception. Comfy beds. Verandah overlooking park-like grounds populated by foraging chooks and with quirky features. Stroll through grounds to gorgeous Denison Beach. This place would be magnificent in summer when guests could best take advantage of the outdoors, but we found the cottage cosy and comfy in cold weather too with three very effective wall panel heaters. No dishwasher, which did not trouble me. Only concern was finding that some items in the kitchen cupboards had not been washed properly by a previous guest (a problem often found in serviced accommodation). Otherwise the whole cottage was perfectly clean. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Belinda , Tasmania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Walk over the dunes to lovely beach

Very comfortable unit quite new very quiet and cosy

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great pla

Wonderful location on a beautiful beach. Really helpful and friendly owners. Comfortable bed and the wood fire was nice to have burning

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful beach front accommodation

Fantastic three bedroom accommodation with access to an amazing coast line, so private but only 7 kms from the lovely little sea side village of Bicheno where we were able to buy fresh sea food from the wharf. We were three friends travelling together so it was great to have our own rooms. We had a fantastic stay for the three nights. I would love to come back and spend a week.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good accomodation very close to beach

Very good cottages everything you need, private, short walk to fab beach, pet friendly, will return

10/10 Excellent

Jade, Orkney, Scotland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely cottages close to the beach

Lovely comfortable cottages, well maintained, clean and with everything you could need. Easy access to beach, which is stunning! Only a minutes walk from the property. Definitely recommend. Only negative is the WiFi is quite slow, of course you don't go there to be on the internet all day, but was difficult to check emails etc. But that was the only negative. Truly amazing place, we will definitely be returning!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent facilities and with a breathtaking view of a crystal clear ocean with white sand! Would definitely come back again to the Ocean View Cottage!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

The cottage was clean and comfortable. It had a very short walk to the beach. The kitchen was very well set up. Would suit singles to families.

10/10 Excellent

Polly, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very comfortable accommodation

This place is comfortable and lovely. It is closed to the beach but a little off town area but is not a problem if u drive. It includes a fully functional kitchenette and laundry. Something which all families will need. Only thing was the toilet was not flushing on the last day of stay. But the owner responded quickly when we reported the issue. Will definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beachside paradise

A very relaxing paradise by the beach near Bicheno. The cottages were well equipped and the log fire on the cool night was lovely. A short stroll down to the beach to watch the spectacular sunrise.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie, Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot, right next to a gorgeous beach.

10/10 Excellent

Heather, Longford Tas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So quiet and relaxing. Beautiful and peaceful

Friendly welcome. Secluded, well set out grounds and great beach for long walks. Close to other tourists attractions, but not too close. We really enjoyed our stay.

10/10 Excellent

Gwen, Port Macquarie NSW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful place to relax

Right from check in we were made very welcome. The small details make the cottages a delight to stay at. Close enough for activities and to go out for meals and far enough away to enjoy the peaceful gardens and seclusion on the beach. We would definately stay again would loved to have stayed longer.