Riseley Cottage Country Accommodation
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Property Details
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Riseley Cottage Country Accommodation in Tasmania's Far South is an affordable traditional quality bed & breakfast close to Dover, Southport, Geeveston & the Huon Valley - 90 kms south of Hobart, catering for couples & small family groups wanting privacy & relaxation in a quiet rural location. Perched on a hillside off the beaten track, on the edge of Tasmania’s magnificent South West Wilderness, Riseley Cottage commands impressive views of Hartz Peak and The Narrows estuary. From here explore the many and varied attractions of Tasmania’s appealing Huon Valley and Far South region. Popular destinations include Hastings Caves & Thermal Pools, Cockle Creek & Recherche Bay, Hartz Mountain, and Tahune Airwalk. Located 7km south of the picturesque setting of Dover (15km north Southport) the original cottage was built in 1915 and has been tastefully renovated by the present owners. In addition our very own Private Forest Reserve provides guests the opportunity to fully explore the surrounding countryside and waterways. Hire facilities for sea kayaks and mountain bikes are nearby, as are numerous bushwalking options from which to further explore the Far South’s diverse & unique natural landscapes. Accommodation includes Guest Lounge featuring grand piano and extensive CD collection, 4 bedrooms (3 double with ensuite and 1 twin - shared bathroom), Breakfast Room with views over attractive Cottage Garden, Wood Fires, Electric Blankets, Generous Breakfast offering ‘Home Made’ produce & traditional "cooked", Port & Chocolates and Complimentary afternoon tea on arrival… our guests agree we offer great value for money! Our superior (queen size bed) ensuite rooms comes with its own wood heater and large bath. BBQ facilities available. Suitable for children 13yrs and over. Pets welcome. With the convenient base that Riseley Cottage provides, the opportunity to treat yourself to some well earned R&R awaits. Unwind and rejuvenate in friendly, relaxing surroundings. Winner "People's Choice Award" Australian B&B book 2003, commendation 2004. |
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Queen size ensuite
Quoted rates are for 2 people only; maximum occupancy is 3. Bedding configuration is Queen size bed + optional single by request. Shower only in bathroom. Suitable for children 13 yrs or over. Rates are for 2 people. Extra adults $45.00. The room caters for a maximum of 3 adults. The following bedding is provided:
Cancellation Policy:
1 Night Penalty Always
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Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room will forfeit the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
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Superior ensuite
Rates are for 2 people, maximum occupancy is 2. Bedding configuration is Queen size double bed. Wood heater in room. Large bath in bathroom. Not suitable for children. Rates are for 2 people. The room caters for a maximum of 2 adults. The following bedding is provided:
Cancellation Policy:
1 Night Penalty Always
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Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room will forfeit the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
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Family with ensuite
Rates are for 2 people, maximum occupancy is 4. Bedding configuration is 1 Double bed and 2 single beds (NB: bathroom accessed via double room). Extra persons $40. Suitable for children 13yrs or over. Rates are for 2 people. Extra adults $45.00. The room caters for a maximum of 4 adults. The following bedding is provided:
Cancellation Policy:
1 Night Penalty Always
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Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room will forfeit the full amount of the first changed or cancelled night.
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| Check In |
1400hrs |
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| Check Out |
1000hrs |
| Getting There |
Central to all attractions in the Far South, Riseley Cottage is approximately 90km south of Hobart, via the picturesque Huon Valley. Travel south on the A6 5kms past the seaside township of Dover... after crossing the Esperance river travel a further 400mtrs then turn left onto Narrows Road (signposted). We are located a further 2kms along Narrows Road on RHS. Riseley Cottage is a white weatherboard building with dormer windows. Off road parking available |
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We have off road parking available on premises. |
| Things To Do |
Tasmania’s Far South… our Southernmost Point! Where the rugged southern mountains meet the wild southern ocean opportunities abound for outdoor adventure and discovery! Apart from being the Australian continent's southernmost point, Tasmania’s Far South, via the picturesque Huon Valley, affords a significant portion of Tasmania’s ‘wild’ appeal…offering up a treasure trove of nature based activities and exploration into Tassie's colourful history. Hartz Mountain... At the northern extremity (accessed from Geeveston) is the most accessible mountainous region in the state - the beautiful & fascinating Hartz Mountain National Park. After driving to the plateau several short walks are on offer, not least being a 3-4 hr return walk to Hartz Peak - with incredible vistas over the magnificent South West Wilderness, including Federation Peak, Arthur’s Range and beyond. The shorter Lake Osbourne (easy, 1hr) and Arve Falls (easy, 20mins) walks are also well worth a look. Tahune Airwalk run by Forestry Tasmania is nearby (wheelchair access). The Scenic route... Just south of Geeveston the alternative scenic route (C638) from Surges Bay takes in some wonderful elevated views over the mouth of the Huon River and D’Entrecasteaux Channel, and includes a close up glimpse of salmon farm operations. A picnic lunch at Surveyors Bay or another of the many delightful beachside locations adds to a leisurely drive along one of the most attractive coastlines you'll find anywhere in Australia! Self contained accommodation options are available in the area. Dover... Heading further south you enter picturesque Port Esperance with its three islands (Hope, Faith and Charity). Majestic Adamson’s Peak provides a dramatic backdrop to the township of Dover (est. 1845)... once a convict probation station, now a popular seaside destination and main service centre for the area. The main industries are tourism, aquaculture, fishing, orcharding and forestry. Dover has a good array of services, including banking, post office, bakery, pharmacy, takeaway, coffee shop, gourmet grocer, supermarket (with ATM), petrol station/mechanic, ‘wood fired’ pizza restaurant, hotel, laundromat, hardware, online access centre, art/craft shop, sailing club, golf course and most types of accommodation - including a well appointed caravan park on the beachfront, a variety of clean, comfortable (and sometimes award winning) bed & breakfasts, backpacker, hotel/motel, and selection of self contained apartments. Southport... 20 mins from Dover, just of the A6, the historic and attractive little coastal settlement of Southport (Baie des Moules) hosted one of the larger convict probation station in the mid 1900's and for many years was an important supply centre south of Hobart. The community has a tavern, caravan park, a couple of comfy B&B’s, and a well maintained boat ramp (with car parking). From Southport a side trip to Roaring Beach and Lady Bay rewards with stunning white beaches and bull kelp coastline. The beautiful Southport Lagoon Conservation Area is popular with locals, though hard to access (unless you have a boat). Hastings Caves and Lune River... At the southern base of Adamson’s Peak is Hastings Caves, a spectacular dolomite cave system (and thermal pool) where informative tours run on the hour during the day. A popular family destination, the caves and pool have a kiosk & interpretive centre and some interesting short walks through ‘mature’ wet Eucalyptus forest where logging has long ceased. From time to time the staging of ‘concerts in the cave’ provide an enriching and fascinating experience. More challenging adventure caving tours are also available in the area. Just south of Hastings is Lune River, where the historic Ida Bay railway runs daily excursions to Deep Hole, and a fascinating gemstone display can be found. Nearby there are two public gemstone/fossil fossicking areas (agate, quartz, petrified wood, & treefern). There is also a B&B. Cockle Creek... Cockle Creek, 43 degrees south, marks the southern end of the continent and as far south one can drive in Australia, being only 45 minutes from Southport on a well maintained gravel road (via Lune River). Here, as with much of the Far South coastal region, historical roots hark back to whaling, saw milling, mining and not least, 40,000 year of indigenous habitation. Significantly this area marks the birth place of Tasmania's last known full blooded Aboriginal, Trucannini (born 1812) of the Lyluequonny people. Its also where the ship 'James Craig', now sitting in full restored glory in Darling Harbour, was eventually rescued after many years abandoned. If you read some of the published historical accounts you soon discover Cockle Creek/Recherche Bay reveals a fascinating and turbulant history... which included Aborigines, whalers, explorers, convicts, bushrangers, miners, sawmillers, etc. Cockle Creek also marks the entrance to the rugged, wild and remote South West National Park (WHA), with impressive (often snow capped) mountain peaks, tranquil inlets & waterways, expansive button grass plains, and tall Eucalyptus forests, all tempting the eye and imagination. This truly is one of Tassie's most beautiful and intriguing localities! Popular Walks... Apart from the Hartz Mountain area there are many enticing walks in the region. A challenging climb up Adamson’s Peak on a clear day provides fabulous 360 degree views and is well worth the effort for the more adventurous (8-10hrs). The much easier and popular South Cape Bay Walk (4-5hrs) at Cockle Creek is a great way to taste the wild southern ocean along World Heritage Area coastline. Fishers Point (easy, 2-3hrs), Duckhole Lake (easy, 1-2hrs), Adamsons Falls (hard, 3-4hrs), are some other rewarding walks to be had. For the experienced bushwalker the Moonlight Ridge Track (along the La Perouse Range) and the lengthy South Coast Track (into Melaleuca and beyond) are recommended, though not for the fainthearted (note: some local walks start via Forestry roads where access restrictions can apply). Other popular recreational pursuits include fresh and saltwater fishing, adventure caving, sailing, cruising, gemstone fossicking, kayaking, white water rafting, mountain biking and more. The French... The area also has a strong French connection. Most notable, Recherche Bay, focus of recent national and international media attention. This is the historic landing site of Bruny D’Entrecasteaux’s 1792 & 1793 expedition (in the 'Recherche' and the 'Esperance' ) which included... extensive charting of coastline, location of the first European garden in Tasmania, documented (rare) positive interactions with Aborigines, collection of extensive botanical specimens, and landmark scientific navigation experimentation. Truly a noteworthy footnote in Australia’s rich history. Tasmania's Far South - the end of the world is closer than you think!! |
