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SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA

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On the beach
Hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Exterior
Outdoor dining
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102153 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Beach view

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OPOSSUM BAY, TAS
  • Place, Opossum Bay Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gellibrand Point Nature Recreation Area
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, South Arm Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Opossum Bay

This vacation home places you next to Opossum Bay Beach and within a mile (2 km) of South Arm Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Opossum Bay Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Opossum Bay Marine Conservation Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gellibrand Point Nature Recreation Area - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • South Arm Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Salamanca Place - 44 min drive - 37.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 45 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Madame Clarke's - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Kingston Beach - ‬49 min drive
  • ‪Hungry Jack's - ‬48 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA

Absolute beach frontage, secluded tranquility, 5 bedroom + 3 bathrooms, fully self contained beach house, with direct beach access!

A truly magnificent coastal property nestled in the dunes with expansive sea views towards Mt Wellington and south to Bruny Isalnd.

Saltcotes is a relaxed, spacious and comfortable family beach house with extensive living areas inside and out. Perfect for families and friends alike.

Do a lot, or very little - summer or winter!

Reverse cycle heating / air conditioning, and a massive wood heater will keep you comfortable all year round.

Sleeps up to 10 (5 bedrooms each with a queen bed). All quality bed linen including crisp white sheeting, warm doonas and electric blankets.

Fully equipped kitchen complete with 2 large fridges, will allow you to store all your gourmet Tassie foods, wines and beers! Quality appliances including Asko dishwasher, Smeg microwave and a coffee /espresso machine. Just add beans!

Spectacular sunsets, ever-changing moods..............

Walk, swim, snorkel, fish or kayak and explore the natural beauty of the South Arm Peninsula. Or simply sit back and relax, absorbing the views from the comfort of Saltcotes.

This wonderful coastal property is a scenic 40 minute drive from Hobart or the airport, and an easy commute when visiting Salamanca, the Hobart Docks, or MONA. But only if you can bear to leave!

Enquire today and come and experience Saltcotes for yourselves!


ACTIVITIES

Watch the passing boats from the comfort of Saltcotes, including yachts competing in the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race making their way to the finishing line! The Antarctic Research + Supply Ships heading to the Southern Ocean, Tall Ships, or simply the local fishing boats and flotilla of weekend yachts.

Adjacent to Saltcotes is an extensive coastal reserve incorporating Arm End Peninsula. When it was proclaimed in 1995, the then-minister for environment and land management said: ' ........... this outstanding, unspoiled coastal landscape will be added to the crown estate for the benefit of all Tasmanians.

'Arm End is a significant strategic property of regional and state significance, and is noted for its pristine coastline and magnificent views of the Derwent River, Hobart and Mt Wellington. Other site features include a number of sandy beaches, Aboriginal middens, a fossil area, four rare native grasses and an historic grave'.

Come and Explore!

PRICING

RATES START FROM $1000 PER NIGHT

ADDITIONAL TARIFFS + CONDITIONS APPLY OVER PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, SCHOOL HOLIDAYS, EASTER, XMAS + NEW YEAR PERIODS. PLEASE ENQUIRE TO CONFIRM..

BOND: A security bond of $1000 is payable on this property.

Parties and functions are strictly prohibited. The rental charged is for exclusive use of guests only and only for the number of guests booked, and does not extend to visitors. Use contrary to this will result in termination of tenancy and forfeiture of bond.

External security cameras with audio have recently been installed for the protection, safety and security of the property when vacated or should complaints arise.

All bookings subject to terms and conditions.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 3 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an espresso maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

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 ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Rental Agreement is for the exclusive use of paying guests only and only for the number of guests booked, and does not extend to visitors.

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 11:00 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.
  • 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 carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Saltcotes Beach House Tasmania Opossum Bay
Saltcotes Beach House Tasmania Private vacation home
Saltcotes Beach House Tasmania Private vacation home Opossum Bay
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Opossum Bay within a short 2-minute walk of Opossum Bay Beach. South Arm Beach is also within a driving distance of 1.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

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

Is SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some house, as well as a beach.

Are there hot tubs at SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Hobart International Airport (HBA), which is 22.6 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA?

No, there aren't any house with balconies at SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA.

SALTCOTES BEACH HOUSE TASMANIA Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Russell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just an outstanding stay. The location, the house, the facilities, the ambiance, the host.......couldn't fault anything. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing property in great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The venue was stunning, beautifully located and felt so calm and relaxed after Christmas.Everything you could think of in the kitchen, and multiple places for the family to stretch out in.Frances and Henry were so helpful, and the location to watch the winners roll in from the Sydney to Hobart yacht race was very special.Looking forward to another visit!Couldn't recommend highly enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

Would recommend

Great house, great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

So lovely

Second stay at Saltcotes and very happy to return. Thoroughly enjoyed the relaxing stay. Owners were very accommodating and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kym C.

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

Fabulous

Wonderful family weekend away. The house is so comfortable and easy to stay in. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Family get-together

Beyond wonderful .. weather 10/10, Accommodation 10/10 .. we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurent R.

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

Best ever!

Tucked away from the rest of the world, this is a glorious beach house overlooking Opossum Bay, Tasmania. Truly an amazing home to relax and play with family and friends. We are already making plans to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Family Christmas

Travelling from WA and NSW and joining family in Hobart, we enjoyed a 5 night christmas holiday in a house that easily accommodated 8 staying and 16 for a boxing day lunch. Young adults enjoyed the 8 ball table and kyaks while everyone joined in a beach cricket match after lunch. Saltcotes was just what we were looking for.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Even more magical second visit!!

What more can I say than ........ it's magical the location the house ,the setting .... couldn't think of a better way to spend the long weekend with Family and friends ,food ,wine and a dreamy location in the perfect house !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kate b.

fantastic

fabulous place. VRBO however have not released my deposit despite the owners authorising this 4 days ago!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona B.

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

Slice of heaven

We had an amazing week with friends at saltcotes. A really family friendly house with so much to do. We loved exploring the beach and south arm peninsular and relaxing with good food and friends around the fire pit. The house is so beautiful and had everything we could possibly need. We hope to be back. Thank you Frances
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

On the Beach

We had a great time with family. Plenty of walks up the beach and over the headland. Fish a plenty off the beach and out to Betsy Island. Spacious house. Very clean and tidy. Enjoyed 8-ball and the record player. Comfortable! Great kitchen and dining area. Loved the fire. Lots of room for all 10. We wish we had of booked for a few weeks!Oh, and the winter solstice swin right on sunup was amazing. We are now making it a yearly thing... and no, we were not nude!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgina M.

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

Exceeded expectations

Stunning location, smooth check in, flexible friendly host, wonderful beach house for 10 adults. High quality furnishings and bedding. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Wonderful home away from home!

We had a magical stay at Saltcotes! From the moment we set foot on the property we knew it was going to be the highlight of our Tasmanian trip! Not only gorgeous, but also comfortable with all the creature comforts you could ask for and more! All the bedrooms and bathrooms were beautifully appointed and the living area was fantastic with multiple huge lounge chairs to fit our whole party comfortably. The location is fantastic, just steps from the beach (which felt like a private beach most of the time!), and a great base from exploring Hobart and its surrounds. We loved the South Arm, with a great local Cafe, wonderful community markets and close to a great Tasmania grocer. Amazing communication from Frances who welcomed us on arrival and showed us around. We hope we have the opportunity to stay at this wonderful property again. Thank you for sharing it with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgina O.

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

Breathtaking

Thank you for a fabulous and memorable stay. Absolutely magnificent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kit B.

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

Lovely property

Lovely property, beautiful location, great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan F.

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

exceptional property

What a beautiful home and stunning location on the beach...serenity +...that is what it feels like from the moment you walk in. Exceptional attention to all necessities and some luxuries needed for a perfect holiday...kitchen was well equipped, even garden herbs to use, comfortable lounge and bedroom areas, modern bathrooms, fire with all the wood you need, and a hidden gem...a vinyl record player with excellent sound system. Neither we or our friends wanted to leave. Frances was an amazing host too...we hope to be back!!!! Cannot recommend this enough. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home away from home Frances and Henry
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tess C.

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

Incredible accommodation and stunning views to make a stay memorable

A big, spacious comfortable home with lots of thougtful details that make a stay memorable. Amazing views and direct access to the beach were just the beginning. The home had an actual chefs kitchen complete with butler pantry and an all important second fridge so ideal for a family get together for a celebration, loads of equipment and several dining areas, inside and al fresco. Numerous living areas and five comfortable bedrooms as well as three spacious bathrooms. Large living space with views and excess comfortable seating for a large group, no skimping on facilities either and we were told to use extra linen if needed and to help ourselves to anything from the kitchen garden. The host was welcoming, generous and a fantastic communicator. This is a seriously amazing property, highly recommended especially for large family gatherings or friends getting together.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pip M.

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

Lovely

I stayed here with 6 friends and we had the best time. They thought of everything - especially in the kitchen, which had every imaginable utensil and good quality pots and pans and… well everything really! The house was clean, there was plenty of space for all of us, the fire had plenty of wood stacked and was roaring when we arrived. Amazing sound system and pool table provided much entertainment. We plan to come back next year! Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren and Pat D.

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

Everything we hoped it would be and more…

From the word go, Frances was a delight to deal with. Throughout, she was prompt, very polite and concise! Thanks to Google Maps we had no trouble driving around Tasmania for two weeks, and saved the best (accommodation) for last at Saltcotes Beach House. The photo’s only just do it justice as it’s not easy to capture the sunsets or quiet at dawn! Very highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

excellent time

wish we could stay longer. fantastic house, unbeatable location, felt like our own holiday home from the get-go. our host was also helpful and made everything easy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Heaven!!

We rented saltcotes for a long weekend and it was just what we as post COVID lockdown Victorians needed. The most superb views throughout the house, really comfy and homely with lots of personal touches and close to everything you may need. Big recommendation from all of us!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne G.

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

Amazing place!!

This was an amazing place highly recommend, great location, great house and perfect for family gatherings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

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

Perfect in every way

From the moment you arrive you will realise you have found something truly remarkable. Comfortably accommodating our group of 5, seeking a relaxing retreat style getaway, we each had our own room and we really didn’t want to leave. Positioned to maximise the sun and the views the home is very private and peaceful. Perched on the fringe of the sand dunes it is a moments walk to the beach. The panoramic vista takes in Mt Wellington and the Derwent River. The gardens are abundant with herbs and fragrant flowers. The fully equipped kitchen was a pleasure to cook in, everything that we needed was at our finger tips. There are decks and balcony’s on every side of the home creating inspiring places to read a book, sit and chat with a wine or soak up the sun. The upstairs shower that over looks the beach is a real treat. This home felt like it belonged in a set for a movie that involves a luxurious romantic weekend away or a haven for a writer or artist. There is a calming yet invigorating energy about it and it’s magnetic! We will be back, it couldn’t be any more perfect for the girls weekend away, a honeymooning couple or a couple of families looking for somewhere you can adult while the kids explore and experience beachside living at its best!