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5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Explore the area

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Mount Rumney, TAS
  • Place, Mount Rumney Conservation Area
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Coal Valley Vineyard
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hobart, TAS (HBA-Hobart Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

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At this holiday home, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Mount Rumney Conservation Area and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a Smart TV and a hairdryer are also available. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Mount Rumney holiday home include Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Rumney Conservation Area - 3 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Coal Valley Vineyard - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Blundstone Arena - 13 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Bellerive Oval - 13 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Tasmanian Transport Museum Station - 20 min drive
  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Angie Sue Lauderdale - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Luma - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Foreshore Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 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.

5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes

Welcome to Mt Rumney Escapes – Kangaroo House

Escape to a peaceful bushland retreat high on Mount Rumney. Kangaroo House is a fully self-contained 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home set within 150 acres of beautiful Tasmanian bushland, offering stunning views towards Seven Mile Beach and Hobart.

🏡 Comfortable & Self-Contained

• 2 bedrooms with king beds, configurable as king singles on request
• Queen sofa bed in the lounge
• Heating for year-round comfort
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Private bathroom and laundry
• Comfortable lounge and dining areas
• Free Wi-Fi & Netflix
• Private deck
• Ample parking for cars, vans, caravans and trailers

🌄 Views & Stargazing

Relax on your private deck and enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets across the surrounding landscape. With no streetlights, Kangaroo House is a wonderful place to enjoy the night sky and stargaze. On clear nights, you may even have the opportunity to see the Aurora Australis.

🐾 Wildlife & Bushland

This is a genuine Tasmanian bushland experience. Wallabies, echidnas, native birds, blue-tongue lizards and other wildlife may be seen around the property. You may also encounter farm animals and insects — all part of staying in a natural rural environment.

Walking trails around the property provide opportunities to explore the surrounding bushland.

🌱 Off-Grid Living

Kangaroo House operates using solar power, generators, tank water, gas and a greywater system. Guests are asked to be mindful of water and energy use during their stay.

🚗 Getting Here

The property is accessed via bitumen followed by a short, well-maintained gravel road. Standard vehicles can access the property, but please drive carefully, particularly at night, as there are no streetlights and wildlife may be active on the roads.

A car is strongly recommended as there is no regular public transport to the property. Taxis and Uber may be available.

📍 Explore Tasmania

Kangaroo House is approximately 14 km from Hobart CBD and 13 km from Hobart Airport, making it a peaceful base for exploring:

• Richmond Village
• MONA
• Salamanca Market
• Seven Mile Beach
• Port Arthur
• Hastings Caves
• Tahune Airwalk

🔑 Self Check-In

Guests have full private access to Kangaroo House. Self check-in is available via a lockbox.

All guests are required to complete our online Check-In Form and provide valid photo identification before arrival. The form contains our House Rules and Terms & Conditions. Once completed, guests will receive their self check-in and access details.

We respect your privacy and live on-site, but we`re available by phone or text if you need assistance or local recommendations.

Come and experience the peace, wildlife, views and unique off-grid lifestyle of Kangaroo House at Mt Rumney Escapes. 🦘🌿✨
Our full House Rules and Terms & Conditions are provided in the required Check-In Form. All guests must complete and agree to the form before arrival.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Rules

Our full House Rules and Terms & Conditions are provided in the required Check-In Form. All guests must complete and agree to the form before arrival.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number D-2015/510

Property is also known as

372633

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes?

The closest beach to 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes is Seven Mile Beach (11 km).

How much does it cost to stay at 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes?

As of 14 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes on 23 Aug 2026 start from AU$311, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes?

No, 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes?

No, pets are not allowed.

5 Seaview Kangaroo Mt Rumney Escapes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property and very very clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ursula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time in your cabin and I was more than impressed with our stay. Everything was fresh and new.We loved the kangaroos and the scenery. We had the town nearby which was convenient. We would definitely visit again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annette K.

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

Mt Rumney eacapes

Host was super accomodating , accomodation was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Nice location and facilities. Huge problem getting damage deposit returned. 18
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025