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‘Star Cottage’ historic, cosy and walking distance to CBD/Salamanca
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 1+ bathroom Sleeps 4 92 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Sandy Bay, TAS
- Salamanca Market14 min walk
- Salamanca Place15 min walk
- Constitution Dock19 min walk
- Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
‘Star Cottage’ historic, cosy and walking distance to CBD/Salamanca
STAR COTTAGE - luxury historic cottage, minutes walk to CBD. Tucked behind Hobarts picturesque Fitzroy Place – is Star Cottage. This Circa 1837 convict cottage combines Georgian charm with luxurious, modern, and warm interiors. Holding a central position in Sandy Bay for your stay in Hobart, within a short stroll you can find gourmet grocers, locally stocked bottle shops, cafes, restaurants, Sandy Bay bustling shopping strip, Salamanca Place, parks and central Hobart. The space - Star Cottage is a fully appointed house, and only 10 minute walk to Salamanca Place and the Hobart CBD. Star Cottage is nestled in a quiet no through road amidst other heritage homes. It is the perfect base for small groups or a family discovering Hobart or Tasmania. The two cosy bedrooms hold queen beds, each with hotel quality mattresses and linen. Heating throughout the cottage will keep you warm in the cooler months, along with heated towel rails and a gas fire. Luxurious Leif skin care products are also available during your stay. The kitchen combines stone benchtops and a complete kitchen with gas cooker and dishwasher and utensils. Beautiful Baltic pine and Tasmanian hardwood floor boards are throughout the house and privacy is ensured in each room. A washing machine and drier are also available for guests, as well as a clothes steamer. Enjoy your complimentary Tasmanian honey, or take it home to share. Guests will enjoy unlimited WiFi, Smart Television and fresh coffee complete with grinder and SMEG machine. A selection of T2 tea’s are also available during your stay. Of course the many cafes and restaurants located within a short walk are also available, and we would be happy to assist with any recommendations and advising where to book early! Enjoy a tea on the sun drenched deck overlooking a private green cottage garden, or evening Gin and Tonic with fresh lemons. Star Cottage provides all you need for a cosy, central and spoilt stay in Hobart. Children and Infants are welcome at Star Cottage and a cot, change table and high chair are available upon request, as well as any other needs we can assist to accommodate. Living nearby – we will help where we can! Linen for the cot is provided. Ample parking is available in Star St, however for convenience, an all day parking spot is available on Fitzroy Place for your use. Please just message to confirm use of this space. This heritage listed house has the original internal beautiful staircase, however, it is narrow and steep. We ask guests not to use it for their own safety. Guest access - Guests have exclusive access to Star Cottage and gardens. Secure fences allow privacy and security. Other things to note - Star Cottage is located in a pretty and quiet neighbourhood and we respect the surrounding neighbours.
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Antonia
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Amenities
Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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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
Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Guests to provide bedding, food and amenities.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Property Registration Number PLN-04-01153-01
About the area
Hobart
Sandy Bay, a neighbourhood in Hobart, is home to this holiday home. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place, while those looking for another kind of activity may want to check out Constitution Dock. Travelling with kids? Consider Zone 3 Laser Games and Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery.

Sandy Bay, TAS
What's nearby
- Salamanca Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Salamanca Place - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Constitution Dock - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Wrest Point Casino - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
- Hobart Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hungry Jack's - 4 min walk
- The Sandy Bay Bakery & Cafe - 6 min walk
- Me Wah Restaurant - 8 min walk
- Gone Awol - 8 min walk
- Giddy Up
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Amenities
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Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
30 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andre J.
23 Apr 2025
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Easter holiday
Andre J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tess O.
16 June 2025
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Tess O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
L K.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
L K.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott C.
17 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Scott C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret G.
2 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Margaret G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sally B.
7 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend in Hobart
Sally B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sonya P.
8 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real star!
Sonya P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Robyn V.
29 Dec 2024
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Louise K.
22 Mar 2024
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Louise K.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ciaran W.
2 Aug 2024
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Star St
Ciaran W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Charming Stay in this Perfect Location
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ange
22 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ange
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Alison S.
3 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need
Alison S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brett V.
4 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay!
Brett V.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda H., Fairlight NSW Australia
12 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
November week in Hobart
Amanda H.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Annie S.
19 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Tucked away in Sandy Bay
Annie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katrina N.
14 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property in perfect location
Katrina N.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Milton
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