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Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay.

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A garden with a bench, a hedge, and a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A garden with red flowers and a wooden fence.
A wooden console table with a lamp, books, and framed botanical prints on the wall.
A room with a green armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Long Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Free internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Outdoor furniture

Explore the area

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Sandy Bay, TAS
  • Place, Long Beach
    β€ͺ12 min walk‬
  • Place, Truganini Conservation Area
    β€ͺ4 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrest Point Casino
    β€ͺ5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    β€ͺ26 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay.

Tucked behind a leafy garden this private self-contained ground floor suite with a midcentury vibe offers a peaceful retreat with private entrance. Redecorated in April 2026.Β 

Features include:

Private garden entrance

Queen bedroom with ensuite

Sunny living and dining area

Garden views & outdoor seating

On site parking

Kitchenette & laundry facilities

Walk or driveΒ 750 metres to lively Long Beach. Dine atΒ water front cafes, buy the paper. Explore historic Alexandra Battery and enjoy the views over theΒ Derwent River. Just a few steps from your home away from home.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No cots. Suitable for children over 7 years.
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Please switch off lights and heating.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9189169
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

Hobart

Sandy Bay, a neighbourhood in Hobart, is home to this apartment. Narryna Heritage Museum and Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Salamanca Market and Brooke Street Pier. Rosedown Gardens and Maritime Museum of Tasmania are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Sandy Bay, TAS

What's nearby

  • Long Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Truganini Conservation Area - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Wrest Point Casino - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Salamanca Market - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Salamanca Place - 9 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 16 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • β€ͺThe Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • β€ͺSolo Pasta and Pizza - ‬6 min drive
  • β€ͺTasmanian Coffee Roasters - ‬6 min drive
  • β€ͺMcDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • β€ͺOzus - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay.?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay. on 27 Nov 2026 start from AU$383, 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 Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Garden Retreat in Sandy Bay. located?

Located in Sandy Bay, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Long Beach, Mount Nelson Lookout and Wrest Point Casino. University of Tasmania and Short Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the host were very accomodating Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you Ken and look forward to seeing you at Sonningview again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely host, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2025
Thank you Rachel for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janina was very welcoming & friendly & offered to help us in any way she could. The apartment was well-appointed, comfortable and warm with a beautiful view over the garden to Kunanyi (Mt Wellington). Convenient location with small shopping centre 750m down the hill. Fresh flowers, milk etc provided a very welcoming touch. Looking forward to staying at Sonningview again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
It was a pleasure hosting you and we are looking forward to your return. So glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely garden, warm & welcoming host, cosy flat.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
Thank you Ann-Maree for your review and our garden was worthy of a mention. You were great guests and we look forward to you staying at Sonningview in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very pleasant stay. It was a great location and the garden was nice place to sit. Our host was very helpful. The apartment was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. We had a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2026
Thank you very much for taking the time to write your review and very happy that you enjoyed your stay at Sonningview. We enjoyed meeting you both.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janina was great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Sandy Bay stay was fantastic. Janina was very welcoming and helpful. The apartment was recently updated and comfortable. It was spotlessly clean. We were very grateful for the washing machine and dryer. Thank you Janina.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2026
Thanks for your enthusiastic review about your stay at sonningview Maree. It was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janina was available at all times with helpful advise on shopping e.g Hills IGA brilliant, and made our stay memorable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Always a pleasure to share whatever information can help make guests stay with us enjoyable. We very much enjoyed meeting you both. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Great little place, well appointed, great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2023
Thank you Trudy. Pleasure hosting you. Hope we might see you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

Very pleasant stay, nice rooms and facility. Quality BNB stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2022
We are delighted you enjoyed the facilities and spring garden at Sonningview. It is a lovely time of year to be visiting Hobart and we hope you will come again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very welcoming. Amenities were perfect for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Delighted to have you stay. Thank you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Host very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2025
πŸ™ All the best Darren.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We did not intend to visit national! We had a very enjoyable stay in Hobart
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2025
Not sure who you were reviewing.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Sandy Bay

Really enjoyed our stay in Sandy Bay. Lovely hosts, who were very prompt with their communication and showed great hospitality during our stay. Great biscuits. Highly recommended and would stay again !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2022
Thank you very much for taking the time to review your stay with us. We appreciate your compliments which inspire us to do our best. And we will try to supply the same biscuits!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay

We enjoyed our stay at the cosy Sonningview cottage very much with fantastic and generous hosts. Lovely garden and the cottage is located close to public transport and shops.
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you Claire for your very kind comments and thank you for choosing to stay with us. Hope to see you again in Hobart..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy Bay

Lovely property in a great location. Janina is a wonderful host and I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Feb 2024
Thanks so much Susan for taking the time to write. It was really nice meeting you and appreciate your comments about Sonningview.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hobart holiday

Welcoming owners close to town beautiful gardens
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2022
Its been a pleasure hosting you Carole. With a fresh burst of rain followed by some lovely warm weather the garden roses and day lilies are coming out in abundance. Thank you for the comments.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice peaceful and quiet cute spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything that you need for a comfortable stay is here

Hosts βœ… generous inclusions βœ… cleanliness βœ… warm and cozy βœ… favourable location for food and travel βœ… good shower βœ… comfortable bed βœ…
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2023
It was a pleasure to host you Peter. Thank you for choosing to stay with us at Sonningview.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
lovely hosts -a real home from home -only 10 minutes from CBD
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful self contained apartment, everything you need on a short stay. Hosts were very helpful and friendly. Great location short drive to Hobart and attractions. We highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and Convenient

Suited our needs, quiet and comfortable for our duration.
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Oct 2024
Thank you Phil.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful quaint cottage in Hobart

We loved this little apartment, the view from the master bedroom is amazing and the property overlooks the water. It has everything you need and was absolutely amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2023
Appreciate your comments Mitchell. Thank you. I think you even saw some snow on Mt Wellington. Hope we see you both again one day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sandy Bay apartment

A lovely little flat in a beautiful suburb and close to the city. Owner was wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon Stay

We booked this beautiful property for a 6 night stay in Hobart and it’s was fantastic. Close to amenities, pretty outlook and very tidy/clean. Janina was wonderful and gave us some great locations to visit. Will definitely stay there again next time we visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2022
Angelina it was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to seeing you back one day soon. So glad some of my suggestions added to your experience of Hobart.

About the host

Hosted by Janina L

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We love Hobart and although we have travelled a lot we adore coming home. There is so much to do and one doesn't have to travel far from home before coming across something new or interesting.

We have enjoyed our hosting experience since 2015 and the pleasure hasn't waned.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with our house and its location the instant we saw it.

The mountain and river views from around the garden are inspiring. We can walk to beautiful spots along the river, the village shops and cafes on the beach. To help save the planet we keep one car now and we sometimes use the buses which pass by our street.

What makes this property unique

The adjoining 50sqm apartment was built in the 1980's by the previous owners to be used primarily for visiting friends and family. When not in use they welcomed BnB guests. We thought it had a very cosy feel with all the wood panelling, beams and loved the picture window and sunny aspect giving views into the garden. After installing a kitchenette and laundry to the unit we have carried on the tradition.

We love that our guests say they enjoy the property's tranquility and the garden. Recently I added a peach tree to the apples and apricot trees. And we try to keep some herbs and lettuces growing for guests to pick fresh. Recently we planted strawberries as well.

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