House in Port Arthur, TAS

Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage

Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage

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The main living space has views across to Point Puer and Tasman National Park.
View of Carnarvon Bay from the front deck.
Front entrance.
Main bedroom with king bed.
The reading nook in the loungeroom.

Overview of Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Port Arthur, TAS
  • Popular LocationPort Arthur Historic Site3 min drive
  • Popular LocationShipstern Bluff4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort Arthur Lavender Farm9 min drive
  • AirportHobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)73 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage

Little Possum Shack with its waterfront position is an ideal place to escape to tarrakuna (the Tasman Peninsula). An easy 15 to 20 minutes walk to the Port Arthur Historic Site with views across to Point Puer, Isle of the Dead and Tasman National Park.

This is a family shack with modern extension providing bright and sunny spaces . We accommodate a maximum of 6 person, but our place is best suited to a family of four (two adults and two children) or two couples. You can fit up to six people if you are happy to share sleeping spaces.

The main bedroom and bunk room open out onto a back deck area where there is a BBQ and outdoor seating. Another deck is at the front providing for views across Carnavon Bay.

Our place is still a work in progress so there are some minor elements of our renovation that are still being completed. The Kitchen is however recently rupgraded and has filtered water built into the fridge.

Facilities include:

*Full kitchen with basic provisioning (salt, pepper, spices) and Nespresso machine (BYO pods)
*TV, DVD player and Media player (BYO hard drive to play shows or movies)
*Bath & shower with gas hot water
*Air conditioning & electric heating
*Wood fire (available for use between March and October only)
*Nespresso machine (bring your own pods)
*Some games, puzzles, books & kids toys
*BBQ (Weber) and outdoor table setting
*Laundry facilities including washing machine and clothes drying horse
*Mobile phone access is limited to Telstra and Optus only (no coverage or very little coverage for vodafone)

You will need to bring your own:

*Food (while there are small IGAs on the peninsula the nearest major supermarket is located at Sorell).
*Beach towels.
*Cot or highchair (if needed).

Location:

Address is 276 Safety Cove Rd Port Arthur. Once you get to Port Arthur, keep driving south past the Historic site Entry and then Safety Cv Rd is only 1 min further on the Left hand side . Stay on Safety Cove Rd until you come to the 2nd beach (only a tiny beach) and our place is roughly in the middle. 276 sign is on our entrance driveway.
Please contact us if you have problems finding the place.

The neighbourhood:

Little Possum Beach is located on Carnavon Bay at the southern end of Port Arthur on tarrakuna/Tasman Peninsula.

The popular Port Arthur Historic Site is only 15 minutes foreshore walk from the property. Entry to the site provides an unforgettable two day experience exploring the numerous historic buildings and ruins. The nightly lantern lit Ghost Tour provides a chilling narrative of life and extraordinary occurrences at the Site dating from convict times.

5 minutes up the road is Pennicott Cruises (to Tasman Island), Port Arthur Lavender and in the other direction towards Nubeena McHenry & Sons Whisky Distillery is just 10 minutes drive.

The incredible tarrakuna/Tasman Peninsula is also renowned for its natural and scenic environment. There are lots of fabulous day and half day walks in the area including Remarkable Caves, Crescent Bay, Cape Hauy & Cape Raoul. As well as multi day walks including the Three Capes Track and Cape Pillar.

There are also a range of different beaches including child friendly beaches at Carnavon Bay and Stewart's Bay to beaches with more surf at Safety Cove, Crescent Bay and Roaring Beach.

Dinner options include the Port Arthur Historic Site, Stewart's Bay Lodge, Port Arthur Motor Inn or enjoy a fabulous counter meal at the Fox & Hounds Resort or enjoy your own cooked meal sitting on the deck enjoying the view.

There is a small local convenience store at the Port Arthur Cafe (opposite Pennicott's Cruises), with a small supermarket at Nubeena. Stop at Sorell, 10 minutes past the airport, for the nearest large supermarket (Coles or Woolworths).

Property manager

Aaron & Emma Riley

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number DA2016/00079

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Port Arthur

Located in Port Arthur, this cottage is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Safety Cove State Reserve and Tasman National Park, while Port Arthur Historic Site and Art at The Point Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Fortescue Bay and Hippolyte Rocks Marine Conservation Area. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property.

What's nearby

  • Point Puer - 2 min drive
  • Port Arthur Historic Site - 3 min drive
  • Shipstern Bluff - 4 min drive
  • Remarkable Cave - 4 min drive
  • Port Arthur Lavender Farm - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Port Arthur Historic Site - 5 min drive
  • Port Arthur General Store & Takeaways - 4 min drive
  • Fox & Hounds Inn - 5 min drive
  • Port Arthur Lavender - 7 min drive
  • Remarkable Cave - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Possum Shack ~ waterfront cottage located?

This family-friendly Port Arthur cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Tasman Golf Course and Safety Cove State Reserve. Isle of the Dead and Point Puer are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Syl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location!
Our stay at Little Possum Shack was wonderful, very quaint, and comfortable overlooking Canarvon Bay. We were delighted with the location. Perfect for hiking the three Capes. Thankyou Aaron & Emma.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Possum Shack
A very peaceful and relaxing location overlooking the tranquil waters of the bay. The residence is situated close to nearby landmarks. A very comfortable venue whilst in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurene O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Loved everything about this property . Felt like home . Very nicely decorated . Amazing views . Great kitchen . Great deck .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous shack stay
We loved our time at the shack. Aside from the great location and outlook, we thought access to some the thoughtful extras (that you often forget) to pack was very generous…
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just wow
What an amazing place. The house was immaculate and so comfortable. Perfectly located to enjoy all that port arthur has to offer. The host were fantastic to deal with and answered promptly. All in all I would highly recommend for all people from families to those searching a lovely romantic getaway. I hope it is free next time we visit tas. Cheers guys
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Aaron & Emma Riley

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We are a family of four based in Hobart. During the summer holidays we spend most of our time here and love sitting outside listening to the birds and watching the sea birds, reading books, playing games and doing puzzles. We also love our regular beach visits and walks along the foreshore.

Wintertime can be just as beautiful, and the lounge room is a cosy place to escape and look out over the bay. Hopefully, you will be able to relax and enjoy a little break just like we do.

What makes this property unique

Waterfront with great views across Carnevon Bay to Point Puer and Isle of the Dead and in walking distance to the Port Arthur Historic Site.
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