The Apple Shed

Photo gallery for The Apple Shed

A sliding glass door with a view of a grassy area and a body of water.
A wooden building with a metal roof, surrounded by a gravel path and a stone border, located near a body of water and trees.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a fire pit, and a view of a grassy field.
A view of a lake with a building in the background, surrounded by a gravel path and a grassy area.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a large window providing natural light.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hillwood, TAS
  • Place, Mount Direction Historic Site
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Tasmania Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Brisbane Street Mall
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Launceston, TAS (LST)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Hillwood

Located in Hillwood, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Marion's Vineyard and Moores Hill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Long Reach Conservation Area and Native Point Nature Reserve.
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Hillwood, TAS

What's nearby

  • Mount Direction Historic Site - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • University of Tasmania Stadium - 23 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Royal Park - 23 min drive - 33.6 km
  • City Park - 23 min drive - 33.2 km
  • Brisbane Street Mall - 24 min drive - 33.6 km

Getting around

  • East Tamar Junction Station - 25 min drive
  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tamar Valley Wine Centre - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Burt Munro Motorcycle Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Exeter Hotel - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Rosevears Waterfront Tavern - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪Shakers Takeaway - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Apple Shed pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 999 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Apple Shed?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Apple Shed on 21 Nov 2026 start from AU$268, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Apple Shed?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Apple Shed?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Apple Shed?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Apple Shed located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Mount Direction Historic Site and within 9 miles (15 km) of Long Reach Conservation Area and Native Point Nature Reserve. Tippogoree Hills Conservation Area and Den Ranges Regional Reserve are also within 9 miles (15 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. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property, excellently furnished and well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and everything catered for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay at the apple shed, you are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything about this stay was absolutely amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very enjoyable stay at the apple shed, beautiful views, warm and cosy home away from home, lots of nature, bird life and wallabies around the property from the late afternoon, awesome walks along the river front with our furry family, close to wineries, local berries , apples and pears. Loved our extended stay and wouldn’t hesitate to have a return visit to this wonderful property.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this stay was perfect!!! Heather provided us with everything we could have possibly needed and it made for an incredible first night in Tasmania. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heather was very welcoming and all the amenities were fantastic. Lovely quiet area, the hot tub was a top rater and used multiple times. A lovely home away from home feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend at the apple shed. It's a lovely little house with a spectacular sunset view and we were well looked after by our host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were 1st. Class, location quiet and picturesque.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Heather and Paul were very friendly and accommodating. Their cat was very friendly and welcoming, our kids loved him. The accommodation was exactly what we were looking for, somewhere to enjoy family time. We would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a beautiful little gem! So much care and attention has been put into curating this home away from home….. loved the record player and coffee and spa and treats and recliner chairs and kitchen cooking pots and pans and gluten free bread etc…..Just sorry we could not stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, it's Clearly not very old and in great condition!A deck facing the river with a nice hot spa so you can lay back and soak up the viewAnd if you're a cat person , the cat from next door comes for a visit and a pat 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heather is a great host, spa was a delight and highlight...wood heater had us opening doors to Cool down. Very light bright and welcoming. Kitchen very well equipped and there were snacks to choose from too!! quiet location private and easy to find! I'll be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved watching the storm from the hot tub at Heather’s. Super clean and comfortable accommodation. Thanks for having us :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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