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Bay Retreat Port Arthur

3.5 star property
Bayside cottage with kitchen and washer and dryer

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Flat-screen TV, DVD player
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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229 Safety Cove Road, Port Arthur, TAS, 7182
  • Port Arthur Historic Site
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Port Arthur Lavender Farm
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Point Puer
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪75 min drive‬

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Room options

Three Bedroom House

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Two Bedroom House (2 Queen Beds)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Two Bedroom House (1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Port Arthur

Within a short walk of Tasman Golf Course, this cottage is within a mile (2 km) of Safety Cove State Reserve. The 3.5-star cottage includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Shipstern Bluff - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Port Arthur Historic Site - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Remarkable Cave - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Port Arthur Lavender Farm - 7 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Point Puer - 8 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Port Arthur Historic Site - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Remarkable Cave - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port Arthur Lavender - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1830 Restaurant and Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fox & Hounds Inn - ‬5 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.

Bay Retreat Port Arthur

Bayside cottage with kitchen and washer and dryer
Guests staying at this cottage have access to a garden and barbecue grills. If you drive, put free parking to good use.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, an electric kettle, and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is not available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • High chair

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: AUD 45 per day

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping service

Location highlights

  • In a historical district
  • On the bay
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per day

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking and high chair
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking and high chair.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Bay Retreat Port Arthur House
Retreat Arthur Arthur
Bay Retreat Port Arthur Cottage
Bay Retreat Port Arthur Port Arthur
Bay Retreat Port Arthur Cottage Port Arthur

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cottage?

This cottage is located in Port Arthur, a short 14-minute walk from Tasman Golf Course and also 20 minutes on foot from Safety Cove State Reserve. You'll also find Point Puer and Shipstern Bluff within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the cottage.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront cottage include a kitchen and a separate bath and shower along with a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage offer breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Hobart International Airport (HBA), which is about 28.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Bay Retreat Port Arthur.

Bay Retreat Port Arthur Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rosalyn

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Benedicte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Campbell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, we enjoyed it immensely.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet spot in a very scenic area of port Arthur
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jairo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Spacious and comfortable house, clean, very tidy, well equipped kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view Great barbecue Close to Port Arthur Historical site Washing machine and dryer Good heating
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

JJ, Melbourne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place! It would be better to have a microwave in the house!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
If you are sensitive to odors, select another place. Old urine smell dominated the property. My sheets were not clean (there was a pubic hair in my bed), and I found a scorpion in the kitchen. Not impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property to stay on the water at Port Arthur
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An old fashioned beach house. Immaculately clean, well appointed with fully equipped kitchen. A good sized space, low key and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect retreat

What a lovely property and as the name suggests a perfect retreat. Full range of amenities and really close to the Port Arthur Historic Site. Only negative was no access to the properties’ WiFi.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

J, sydney

Secluded waterfront

Secluded waterfront standalone house with own jetty. Great location for exploring port Arthur and surrounding areas. No cell coverage (unless with Telstra or Optus). No wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Felix, HK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Big house with high privacy

Spacious house with own garden. Well-equipped kitchen (no dish washer) and washing machine (washing powder provided !) Upper floor 2 bedrooms share the same bathroom in which the bathroom has 2 doors! Need to lock/unlock the door of another room before and after use. No door for one of room on the upper floor. Very dark neighborhood. A bit difficult to find the house after dusk. You cannot see the house from the street, only the gate with a small lot no. sign. The driveway of the house is unpaved. It rained on the day we arrived after 6. I have to step into the mud to open the gate ! Close to Port Arthur historic site.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1st night was great; fabulous view; property met our expectations. A power blackout the 2nd day/night/next morning = wasn't even any water. Obviously fairly common occurrence, as there were torches with instructions to use in the event of a power failure + emergency mobile number posted at the front door. Fortunately it answered pretty much straight away, as the keypad entry required power to work. The torches provided were the wrong type: chewed through 4 batteries/hour; we bought some batteries off a neighbour but then ran out. No candles supplied; luckily we had plenty of charge on a tablet - we ate by tablet-light +torchlight from our own little travel ones! The bbq's ignition battery was flat + no matches. The same friendly neighbour gave us a lighter. We had a bbq dinner and had cereal for breakfast, but no water for shower or coffee. The property owner did arrange with Expedia to get a refund of the 2nd night's cost, which was appreciated. We would recommend good torches, spare batteries, candles and matches + large bottles of water. Just as well as we called the property owner to see if we could check in earlier than 2pm, as we hadn't received/been sent the email with the special access instructions re the keypad entry. He did send an SMS straight away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

wazza, Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Secluded and comfortable

Neatly hidden away on the edge of Carnarvon Bay Port Arthur with a superb view across the water to the mountains beyond. This was a lovely property best described as a converted family home, now a holiday let, and ideal for a family of up to 6 to enjoy as a base, as we did, for exploring the wonderful Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Historic site. The open plan living with a large kitchen allowed us to spread out and we watched the very cold wet and extremely windy weather raging outside in warmth and comfort. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

trent , hobart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfectly set up house in an amazing location

This amazingly hidden house has a spectacular view and is situated in a great spot. Close to historic sites and shops/cafes. The house has a very homly feel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Choong shien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017