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A spacious kitchen with a large island, a hanging plant, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stone backsplash, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV.
A bedroom with a large bed, a rattan headboard, and three wall art pieces.
A spacious living area with a leather sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Glamorgan-Spring Bay, TAS
  • Place, Waubs Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bicheno Penguin Tours
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bicheno Blowhole
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bicheno

This vacation home places you next to Waubs Beach and Bicheno Penguin Tours. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • Waubs Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bicheno Penguin Tours - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whalers Lookout - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Bicheno Blowhole - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Redbill Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Launceston, TAS (LST) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lobster Shack Tasmania - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Peggy’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Long Boat Tavern Bicheno - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beachfront Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Bay Patisserie - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house

Welcome to Elusive Penguin. Stunning holiday house in beautiful Bicheno. A stones throw from Waubs Beach and offers luxury accommodation for the whole family. Located in the heart of Bicheno, it is only a short stroll to the local supermarket, bakery, cafes & shops.



This stunning property features 3 bedrooms, an ultra-modern kitchen and a large open plan living area.



The grounds are fully fenced offering privacy & security. There is a deck where you can relax and enjoy the sun, or even BBQ while the children play in the garden.



For those travelling with families, there are a selection of books/magazines, cd's & DVD's, and also several TV's to keep everyone entertained.



From rivers to rock pools, you can experience what this magnificent part of the East Coast has to offer, all only a short few minutes from the front doorstep.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

suite-space-CHADWIN-AV-05

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Bicheno, just steps from Waubs Beach and Bicheno Penguin Tours, and within a short walk of Whalers Lookout Conservation Area. You'll also find Bicheno Blowhole and Whalers Lookout less than a mile away.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

The 'Elusive Penguin' - Perfect holiday house Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

robert h.

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

Beach house

Great house close to beach, town and the tavern. Perfectly located to visit Freycinet National Park
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Lovely home near the beach

Fantastic location just a short walk from everything - the beach, shops and places to eat. Well equipped kitchen. Hosts have thought of almost everything you’ll need for a great stay. Great yard with bbq, pizza oven and fire pit.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025