Abbotsford Heritage B&B
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'Our Pick' - Lonely Planet Authors 2008. Abbotsford Heritage B&B is a traditional, hosted Bed and Breakfast and offers an opportunity to experience a charming, private and ideal base from which to explore Tasmania's spectacular East Coast when you stay with us in our random bluestone heritage listed 1880s cottage set on 9 acres in the historic township of Swansea. Please note when making a booking that the suite is booked as a one unit/room and has two bedrooms suitable for up to maximum four adults travelling together as couples or singles with one king size bedroom and one double/twin share bedroom. Abbotsford is less than a five min. drive from the township post office and less than a five min. walk to secluded beaches and spectacular coastal walks. We offer B&B in Wattie’s spacious suite (named after that famous bard, Sir Walter Scott) where a kingsize bedroom awaits upstairs with panoramic water and mountain views together with impressive sunrises. The double/twin share bedroom downstairs overlooks the garden also with bay and Hazard mountain views. We hope you will enjoy this welcoming setting, with your own private/keyed entry, private sitting room (downstairs), spacious bathroom - sob - (upstairs) and tea/coffee making facilities. A private, sheltered guest courtyard is also available. The cottage has been completely restored to hopefully retain something of the integrity and ambience of the cosy farm cottage of yesteryear and is comfortably furnished throughout with antiques. Some of the original homestead outbuildings remain and are in constant use, including the historic barn barn and bakehouse. We serve a hearty breakfast with home baking in our cosy howff as you plan your daily activities exploring this special part of the coast and beyond. First class restaurants, coffee and craft shops are close-by in Swansea, together with other amenities including health centre, pharmacy, post office, hairdresser, tavern, gift shops, newsagency/bakery, supermarket, deli and bottle-shops. All rooms in our heritage cottage have expansive bay and mountain views over extensive, and constantly developing gardens, surrounded by dry stone walls and featuring a Celtic rose bed, to Great Oyster Bay and the dramatic Hazards at Freycinet with Wineglass Bay just beyond. We are delighted that the authors of the 2008 Lonely Planet guide to Tasmania chose to highlight our property as 'our pick' and '... one of the nicest places to stay in Swansea' where '... the breakfasts are divine'. So, come and step back in time at Abbotsford and enjoy some old fashioned hospitality - with a touch of Celtic spirit ! Genuine Guest Comments: '... a wonderful stay here at Abbotsford and the wee bit extra that may us feel so genuinely welcome' 'We were lucky to find Abbotsford in this beautiful area .. hospitality ten out of ten .. great breakfast in a wonderful home' 'So cosy and exactly what we were looking for .. magic atmosphere .. this has inspired us to live a little more like this, appreciate the simple, yet good, things in life - together' 'A delightful stay, charming hosts and in a thoughtfully restored Celtic castle near the sea ' ! ‘Even though we arrived before our ETA we were greeted with a smile and a "… you should never just drive past …" from our hostess. True Scottish hospitality transplanted into the beautiful surrounds of Swansea. 'Abbotsford B&B' was a lovely place to stay. Having the whole cottage to ourselves was great, it meant that we could just relax and come and go as we wished. The breakfast was HUGE, it definitely set us up for the day. The bed was the biggest I have ever slept in!" Janine, WA. 'What can we say ... your hospitality, your kindness and unbelievable brekkies made our weekend one that we will never forget in such a beautiful cottage and surrounds. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to share your tranquility and because we missed the sunrise we will be back again soon'. 'Such a lovely place to stay by the seaside! There was so much attention to detail and the overall feel of the cottage was most welcome. And the breakfast! Mmm mm mmm! We will definitely be visiting again and recommend to anybody who is looking for accommodation in the area' Sean. |
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Watties 1 or 2 BR Suite
Private heritage 1/2 br suite bay/mtn views antiques.Rate=2 adults in 1 k/size b/room up/lvl(or twin if avail) + dbl/twin b/room (max2ads)lo/lvl @ $75/a/n hearty b/fast h/made breads/jams.Priv bathroom sob up/lvl,sittingroom,keyed entry.Max 2 adults/room. Rates are for 2 people. Extra adults $75.00. The room caters for a maximum of 4 adults. The following bedding is provided:
Cancellation Policy:
Minimum 48 Hours (all)
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Cancellations or changes to bookings for this room must be made at least 48 hours prior to the check in date and time or you will be charged the full amount of the booking.
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Business FacilitiesPlease note that we are unable to offer credit card facilities at Abbotsford. There are two ATMs in the township, one inside the local corner store/deli and the other outside the Bendigo community bank. |
| Check In |
1400hrs |
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| Check In Instructions |
Brass and electronic door bells are clearly visible at reception, if we don't hear it right away we may be in garden or orchard, we're seldom far away so please don't despair - we will find you ! |
| Check Out |
1000hrs |
| Getting There |
Abbotsford is only 1½ hours drive from both Hobart and Launceston. If arriving from the south (Hobart) we are clearly signposted on Tasman Hwy as you enter Swansea with a green & gold sign on tree in our paddock on your right. There is another similar sign on the corner of Tasman Hwy & Gordon Street, also on your right. Turn right here - you can't miss us tho we are well off the Tasman Hwy with Gordon St clearly visible from the main road (boatramp sign also on corner). From the north (Launceston) drive through Swansea, along main street (Franklin St) turning sharp right on service station/motel (Victoria St) corner towards Hobart. Proceed along main road turning left into Gordon Street off Tasman Hwy. |
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Ample off-street parking within property |
| Things To Do |
Swansea is ideally located to explore the spectacular Freycinet National Park, many of Tasmania's historic midland towns and villages together with seaside towns further up and down the coast including St Helens, Scamander, the penal settlement at Maria Island and Orford. Attractions and activities vary from the working museum at the Bark Mill and vineyards to secluded beaches, golf, bowls, tennis, fishing from Swansea’s new jetty, cruises, kayaking, scenic flights and unforgettable walks along beaches, the coastal headland and through national parks. Call in and see Friendly Beaches on the way to Freycinet National Park at Coles Bay (just over 50km drive) with oyster tasting on the way and also enjoy great Devonshire teas and ice creams at Kate's Berry Farm only a 5 min drive from Abbotsford. The Douglas Apsley National Park at Bicheno offers a change from beaches with freshwater rock swimming pools and shaded park/bush walks. At Bicheno you can also take a guided tour of the penguin rookeries, visit the aquarium, wild-life park and capture that precious picture shot at the Blowhole near the Gulch where the glass bottom boat operates to show you some of the wonders of the sea. |
