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Bay Retreat Port Arthur

Comfortable cottage near the beach

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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229 Safety Cove Road, Port Arthur, TAS, 7182
  • Popular LocationShipstern Bluff3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPort Arthur Historic Site4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPoint Puer5 min drive
  • AirportHobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)73 min drive

Room options

Three Bedroom House

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

Two Bedroom House (2 Queen Beds)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

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

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Ceiling fan
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 8

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About the area

Port Arthur

At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Safety Cove State Reserve and Tasman Golf Course. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washer/dryer, free WiFi and 2 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a dining area and a separate bath and shower are also available. Housekeeping is not available.

What's nearby

  • Shipstern Bluff - 3 min drive
  • Remarkable Cave - 4 min drive
  • Port Arthur Historic Site - 4 min drive
  • Point Puer - 5 min drive
  • Port Arthur Lavender Farm - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

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

Comfortable cottage near the beach
Bay Retreat Port Arthur offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Port Arthur cottage is smoke free.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • 1 building
  • 2 levels
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers washers/dryers and DVD players. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Port Arthur cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking available only on request
  • Free self-parking on site

Family friendly

  • Highchair

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra beds: AUD 45.0 per day

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping

Location highlights

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

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

  • 2 floors
  • 1 building

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 can access their accommodation through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 45.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 45.0 per day

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

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 on-site parking and high chair
On-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking and high chair. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number Planning permit not required LUPAA 1993.

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

Is parking available at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

Yep, Bay Retreat Port Arthur has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

The closest beach to Bay Retreat Port Arthur is White Beach (11 km).

Does Bay Retreat Port Arthur have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Bay Retreat Port Arthur family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Bay Retreat Port Arthur is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

No, Bay Retreat Port Arthur does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Bay Retreat Port Arthur?

There isn't one on site, but Tasman Golf Course is a short 14-minute walk away.

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

Benedicte

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller

Business traveller
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 traveller

Travelled 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 traveller

Travelled 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