Derford Farm Stay - The Barn

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A rural landscape with a farm, grazing sheep, and a view of the sea.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling, a wooden ceiling beam, a round coffee table, a sofa, a TV, and a large window.
A modern living room with a large TV, two sofas, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A living room with a beige sofa, two hanging light fixtures, a wooden cabinet, and an air conditioning unit.
A modern kitchen with a large island, blue cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Bream Creek, TAS
  • Place, Chinese Heritage Mining Area
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Spit Private Nature Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Marion Beach Conservation Area
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Derford Farm Stay - The Barn

Derford is a generational working farm going back 8 generations. Farming Black Angus beef, Wagyu beef and Lamb in picturesque Bream Creek overlooking Marion Bay

We open our doors and welcome you enjoy our space, sit back and relax in the sunny spaces or cosied up in front of the woodfire, cook up a feast in the entertainer’s kitchen and enjoy watching the forever changing landscape, we hope you enjoy your stay!

The space:
THE BARN, Derford Farm stay accommodation offers 3 big bedrooms sleeping 7 people comfortably (1 king bed, 1 queen bed and 3 singles) a porta cot is available on request, 1 bathroom with twin shower, a separate toilet, laundry with washing machine & dryer, large living room with wood heater and heat pump to keep warm and cozy during winter and cool in summer, a fully equipped kitchen and dinning with 8 person dining table, large outdoor entertaining area with bbq, fairy lights and firepit, suitable for couples, families or small groups.
1 night bookings available for up to 4 guests (2 rooms only).

Located within a short drive to the beautiful Marion Bay Beach, Vineyards (Bream Creek & Bangor), Hellfire Bluff Distillery, The Cannery Restaurant, Bakery, Dunalley Hotel, Blue Lagoon Oysters, Cafe's and Golf Course.

Bream Creek is a great base for visiting the Tasman Peninsula which includes Port Arthur Historic Site, Eaglehawk Neck with the Blow Hole, Fortescue Bay National Park with popular three capes walking tack, White Beach and more.

30 minute drive through the high trees, ferns and greenery of Wielangta Forrest takes you to the seaside town of Orford which offers beautiful white beaches, parks, cafes and Blue Waters Restaurant.
A further 5 minute drive takes you to Triabunna, the scenic portside town and the gateway to the wildlife sanctuary of Maria Island National Park where the ferry leaves daily.

PETS: As we love to travel with our dogs, we welcome pets to stay. Pets are to remain outside. Pets are to be kept under control and always restrained, we are a working farm with cattle and sheep in surrounding paddocks, the property is fully fenced but it is railing and wire fencing Derford is a generational working farm going back 8 generations. Farming Black Angus beef, Wagyu beef and Lamb in picturesque Bream Creek overlooking Marion Bay.

Guest access: When booking The Barn, guest have access to the whole house, 1 night bookings available for up to 4 guests (2 rooms only), fully fence yard (farm fences), fire pit with wood.

Other things to note.
Bream Creek is located:
50 minutes to Hobart CBD.
30 minutes to Hobart International Airport.
20 minutes to Sorell, where there are large grocery stores, take away shops, hardware and retail shops.
30 minutes to Eaglehawk Neck
45 minutes to Port Arthur.
30 minutes to Orford.
35 minutes to Triabunna - Ferry to Maria Island.

Closet Supermarkets:
Coles Sorell, 12 Cole Street, Sorell TAS.
Woolworths Sorell, 27 Cole Street, Sorell TAS.
Hill Street Dodges Ferry, 60 Carlton Beach Road, Dodges Ferry TAS.
Sorell Country Fresh Market, 10 Rosendale Road, Sorell TAS.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave linen on the beds and place all used towels in the bath tub.
Please close all windows and external doors, turn lights, electronics and heater off.
PETS Please make sure you clean up after your animals.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 07115777285
Property # 20147937
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Bream Creek

Located in Bream Creek, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Monk Bay Marine Conservation Area is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Long Spit Private Nature Reserve and Marion Beach Conservation Area. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, birdwatching and power boating.
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Bream Creek, TAS

What's nearby

  • Chinese Heritage Mining Area - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Long Spit Private Nature Reserve - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Marion Beach Conservation Area - 13 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Dunalley Beach - 19 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Bellettes Bay Conservation Area - 19 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lanterns - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Phoenix Farm - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Blue Lagoon Oysters - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bream Creek Vineyard - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Van Bone - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Derford Farm Stay - The Barn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Derford Farm Stay - The Barn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Derford Farm Stay - The Barn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Derford Farm Stay - The Barn?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Derford Farm Stay - The Barn located?

This family-friendly Bream Creek holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chinese Heritage Mining Area and Long Spit Private Nature Reserve. Marion Beach Conservation Area and Hospital Creek Nature Reserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Elishah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views in a super quiet location, beautiful property that was very well equipped, plenty of toys and games for the kids, highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2026
Would happily host again, Elishah and her family left our property neat, clean and tidy.
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10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at Bream Creek. The house and views were simply stunning.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
It was a pleasure to host Sally & her family, we would happily have back anytime.
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10/10 Excellent

Arianne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet getaway. Gorgeous house, excellent facilities. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to spend our first night in Tassie - wish we’d have stayed longer. Feels like you are completely amongst nature. Very relaxing and our little kids loved the supply of toys and games to keep them occupied. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful stay we had. The property caters for all your needs. Well appointed and very clean. Comfortable beds and toasty warm with a wood heater and air con. The views were simply stunning. The host was lovely to deal with and very accommodating. Highly recommend this property. We are already planning our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher Vivar D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

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Hosted by Meegan Kingston

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