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Redcliffe House

B&B in Swansea, TAS

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Description

Since Redcliffe House is only 1.5 kms from Swansea’s restaurants, bars, galleries and other attractions, it will appeal to those people who want the facilities of a town but somewhere peaceful to spend the evening, with a clear view of the Milky Way and star formations, and a comfortable bed to sleep in. Redcliffe’s guest lounge has port and sherry, plenty of books and other reading material and games to play. Otherwise, the veranda offers a peaceful setting and the possibility that a wombat, possum, wallaby or pademelon might just happen past.

For entertainment, we have a good selection of DVDs, which we make available to our guests free of charge.

Redcliffe’s appeal is to all age groups and to people of many different backgrounds – in fact, to anybody seeking a truly uplifting experience.

Not suitable for infants.

Location

1.5km north of Swansea on the Tasman Highway; 135km north-east of Hobart; 136km south-east of Launceston. In-house accommodation, which includes full cooked breakfast, consists of 2 ensuite queen rooms suitable for couples, one ensuite twin room suitable for adults only and a single ensuite room with double bed. We also have a queen Studio with ensuite which has access direct from the garden and for which we provide generous continental breakfasts for guests to eat at leisure. Our Studio has some cooking facilities and is for couples who would prefer not to join other guests for breakfast.

Local Attractions

· Swansea – on Great Oyster Bay overlooking the Freycinet National Park. Sheltered beaches safe for swimming in both the Swan River and Bay, surfing at Waterloo Point, windsurfing, sailing, water skiing, bream fishing in the Swan River, bay fishing, outstanding beach and rock fishing, beach combing. Attractions include: Swansea Bark Mill & Wool Centre Swansea Bark Mill & Wool Centre (daily tastings, gourmet foods, classic country clothing, historic attraction), Kate’s Berry Farm (berries, jams, saucer, ice-cream, wine), Glamorgan Community Centre, historic walk,, art and craft galleries, 9 hole golf course, tennis courts, lawn bowls, badminton, cycling, fishing, beach combing, charter boat hire,
· Short trips include Duncombes Lookout, Dolphin Sands, Cranbrook, Little Swanport, Spiky Bridge (convict built) and Mayfield Beach Bridge (convict triple arch bridge) and beaches.
· Vineyards – Coombend (and olive groves), Spring Vale, Craigie Knowe, Bishops Rock, Freycinet Vineyard.
· Freycinet Marine Farm (oysters, mussels).
· Moulting Lagoon (seen from Friendly Beaches road) a natural breeding ground and sanctuary for black swan and other waterfowl.
· Freycinet National Park – offering some of the most spectacular scenery on Tasmania’s East Coast, including Hazard Range comprised of pink granite and Wineglass Bay, Sleepy Bay, Bluestone Bay and Cape Tourville Lighthouse. The park has a series of well-defined walks, most of them within the capability of the average visitor, sea kayaking, abseiling, sea cliff and rock climbing, mountain biking, scenic flights, forests, wildflowers (including orchids) and native wildlife.
· Bicheno, said to be one of the most exciting locations for undersea diving in Australia – fairy penguin tours, East Coast Natureworld, diving, clean white sandy beaches, Blowhole, Whalers Lookout, Sealife Centre, Dive Centre, Glass Bottom Boat, Le Frog trike rides, scuba diving school, grave of Tasmanian Aborigjnal heroine Waubedebar, Australia’s bicentennial footway from Redbill Point north of Bicheno to the Blowhole at the south. Whalers Lookout provides good views, and in October and November gorgeous rock orchids native to the east coast
· Douglas-Apsley National Park – protects the last, large relatively undisturbed area of dry eucalypt in the State. It covers the catchments of the Douglas, Apsley and Denison Rivers and features spectacular gorges and waterfalls, including Heritage Falls on the Douglas River and the Apsley Gorge and calm water holes
· Lake Leake - trout fishing and deer hunting, boat hire.
· Campbelltown – convict brick trail, colonial buildings (The Grange, the Foxhunters Return, St Lukes Church, the Red Bridge). Campbell Town wool auctions, Winton estate buildings and gardens open for public tour with highlights including the woolshed and original blacksmiths shop with bellows and forge. Gatty Memorial (navigator on first ever round the world airplane flight, railway station, site of first telephone call in the southern hemisphere, showgrounds (Midland Show is the oldest continuous one in Australia and Ross on the Heritage Highway.
· Ross - Tasmanian Wool Centre, convict Female Factory site and original burial ground, stone carvings on Ross Bridge (built by convict stonemasons in 1836 and Australia’s third oldest bridge), historic landmarks such as Uniting Church and Man-O-Ross Hotel, specialty shops.
· Triabunna – woodchipping, scallop and abalone fishing. Tours of the woodchip plant are available.
· Maria Island – accessible by ferry from Triabunna – this park offers history, walks and abundant wildlife. Former penal colony (older than Port Arthur, but smaller – 750 men) with fossil cliffs, wild bird rookeries, open forest, fern gullies and convict ruins. Rock climbing, bird watching, surfing, scuba diving in Marine Reserve – no shops. Ruins of convict settlement established in 1825.
· Orford – The Old Convict Road is a genuine convict road, which is a delightful 40 minute return walk along the northern banks of the Prosser river. The Three Thumbs lookout provides magnificent views up and down the coast and to Maria Island and has barbecue facilities, located at the northern end of the drive. Light plane trips and charter boats to Maria Island. Raspins Beach, Shelley Beach and Spring Beach offer walks and safe swimming. Rheban Beach for shell collection, Prosser River – convict trail.
· Wielangta Forest and Relic Rainforest walk in the Sandspit Forest Reserve. Boardwalk through an ancient section of rainforest; a second walk passes the remnants of Wielangta – a once thriving sawmilling town.

Feature List

  • Bedding (Linen)
  • DVD Player
  • Inhouse Movies
  • Linen Supplied
  • Refrigerator
  • TV Reception
  • Non-smoking
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Iron
  • Permanent water holes in the river for swimming
  • Gardens and Vineyard
  • CD can be played on DVD players
  • Off street parking
  • Microwave in some rooms
 

Accommodation Rates

* Pricing is subject to change, and a minimum stay period and other conditions may apply. You should confirm pricing with the property owner.
25 Dec 2009 - 6 Apr 2010
Rates include full cooked breakfast
  • $155 / Night
  • $900 / Week
  • $155 / Mid-Week
  • $310 / Weekend
  • Min Stay: 1 nights
  • Max Stay: 7 nights
  • Property Sleeps: 2
  • Number of beds: 1
Walnut and Wisteria rooms only - different pricing for Garden and Hawthorn
6 Apr 2010 - 1 May 2010
Full cooked breakfast included
  • $130 / Night
  • $850 / Week
  • $130 / Mid-Week
  • $260 / Weekend
  • Min Stay: 1 nights
  • Max Stay: 7 nights
  • Property Sleeps: 2
  • Number of beds: 1
Price for Walnut & Wisteria rooms only - please ask for rates for other rooms
1 May 2010 - 1 Nov 2010
  • $125 / Night
  • $750 / Week
  • $125 / Mid-Week
  • $250 / Weekend
  • Min Stay: 1 nights
  • Max Stay: 7 nights
  • Property Sleeps: 2
  • Number of beds: 1
1 Nov 2010 - 25 Dec 2010
  • $130 / Night
  • $800 / Week
  • $130 / Mid-Week
  • $260 / Weekend
  • Min Stay: 1 nights
  • Max Stay: 7 nights
  • Property Sleeps: 2
  • Number of beds: 1
Rates for Walnut or Wisteria rooms only - please enquire about other rooms

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7 Days, 7 Ways to Enjoy your Stay!

 
  •   Peaceful haven close to Swansea township
  •   Perfect base for Tasmania's east coast
  •   5.5 hectares to explore, with water hole
  •   Couples or singles only
  •   Sit on the veranda with a glass of wine
  •   Enjoy the starry heavens at night
  •   Swap stories with other guests
 
 

Guest Reviews

 
  • "Beautiful historic property. Excellent service. Child friendly; Magnificent country setting yet so close to Swansea and ocean beaches. Would highly recommend it."
    richard, May 2008