The gardens are legitimate botanical masterpieces, not just a patch of grass
Free parking in Hobart is a rare unicorn, and they have it
The honesty bar in the drawing room feels like a private club
한눈에 보기: A stunning heritage time capsule that demands you be okay with creaky floorboards and steep hills.
@eatdrinkandbekerry님의 리뷰: I stayed in Mary Spode's room and honestly, it was magical. The bathroom has an actual fireplace next to the clawfoot tub, which was such a treat. Waking up to views of the gardens and Hobart city made me never want to leave.
여기에 머물렀던 게스트가 말했습니다
The hype
Guests are universally obsessed with the gardens and the 'Downton Abbey' vibe of the main house.
Reality check
The walk back from the waterfront is a steep, calf-burning uphill hike that catches many off guard.
You love history and antiques more than modern minimalism
You have a rental car and need a safe place to stash it
You appreciate a silent, residential vibe over a lobby DJ
청결 & 유지관리
9.5
Housekeeping: Immaculate. Daily service in main house; cottages are self-maintained but spotless on arrival.
Bathroom hygiene: Sparkling. Vintage clawfoot tubs are pristine, though grout in older tiles shows age (not dirt).
Maintenance: Excellent preservation of a 150-year-old building. Paint is fresh, gardens are manicured.
Linens & towels: High quality, crisp white linens and fluffy towels.
Odors & scents: Smells like old wood, wax, and fresh flowers. No musty 'old house' funk.
숙면지수™
8조용함
조용함
0-4시끄러움
4-7.5보통
7.5-10조용함
Creaky original floorboards
Wind rattling the sash windows in storms
Other guests in the hallway (sound travels in old houses)
예약 전에
알아둘 사항
Reception is not 24/7; late arrivals get a keycode.
The walk to Salamanca Market is 15 mins downhill, but the walk back is a workout.
Cottages have full kitchens and laundry, making them better for longer stays.
준비물
Walking shoes with grip (Hobart is hilly)
Layers (Tasmanian weather changes every 20 minutes)
Earplugs (if you're a light sleeper in the main house)
객실 지니
최고의 선택
The Verandah Room (Main House) — Direct access to the balcony with sweeping harbor views.
Pavilions — If you want the location but hate antiques; these are ultra-modern and sleek.
Mary Spode Room — Lightest, brightest room in the main house with a great clawfoot tub.
피해야 할 객실
Servants' Quarters — Authentic and cozy, but dark and requires navigating stairs for the bathroom.
Any cottage if you have bad knees (stairs are mandatory).
객실 요청 지니 – 복사 & 붙여넣기
“I'd love to request the Verandah Room for the views, or alternatively the Mary Spode room for the light. If booking a cottage, please confirm it's not one with the steepest stairs if possible.”
자주 묻는 질문 및 숨은 팁
예약하기 전에 실제로 알고 싶은 모든 것.
Is breakfast included?
No, it's about $36 AUD per person. It's cooked-to-order and excellent, but pricey.
Is there air conditioning?
Heating is powerful (hydronic radiators), but cooling is often just fans or fresh air in the heritage rooms.
How far is the city center?
A 10-15 minute walk downhill to the CBD and waterfront. A $10-15 Uber ride back up.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed.
Do the cottages get cleaned daily?
No, cottages are self-contained and not serviced daily unless you pay an extra fee. Main house rooms get daily service.
Is there a lift?
No. This is a heritage property; expect stairs.
내부자 팁
✨
The 'Honesty Bar' in the drawing room is stocked with top-tier Tasmanian whisky and gin — pour your own and write it in the book.
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Ask for a table on the verandah for breakfast; the morning sun hitting the garden is the best part of the day.
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There is a secret gate in the garden that acts as a shortcut to the street below.
가기 전에 알아야 할 5가지
💡The water pressure in the upstairs heritage rooms can be 'gentle' (read: weak) due to old plumbing.
💡The 'Servants' Quarters' cottage is literally where the servants lived — it's small and rustic by design.
💡You can hear your neighbors walking in the room above you in the main house.
💡The rollaway bed fee is a steep $85 AUD per night.
💡There is no dinner service on-site, so you must venture out or order in.