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Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Little Swanport, TAS
  • Lisdillon Beach
    1 min walk
  • Saltworks Beach
    4 min walk
  • Mayfield Bay Conservation Area
    14 min drive
  • Me & Mum’s
    5 min drive

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About the area

Little Swanport

A family-friendly stay in Little Swanport awaits you at this holiday home. Within steps you'll find Lisdillon Beach and Little Swanport Conservation Area within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A sofa bed, a living room and a private garden are also available. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site water park. Additionally, you'll find a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Little Swanport holiday home include Saltworks Beach and Little Christmas Island Nature Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Lisdillon Beach - 1 min walk
  • Saltworks Beach - 4 min walk
  • Spiky Bridge - 14 min drive
  • Maria Island Ferry - 23 min drive
  • Freycinet National Park - 66 min drive

Getting around

  • Hobart International Airport (HBA) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Me & Mum’s - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kabuki by the Sea - ‬10 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.

Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends

Overview:
Relax and enjoy sensational sea views of Freycinet Peninsula and Schouten Island from this historic, four bedroom beach house. The perfect spot for a getaway with friends and family, a romantic retreat or for visitors looking for a base to explore the East Coast. The Saltworks Beach House is a waterfront cottage with short walks to secluded beaches for swimming and longer coastal walks. Close to an all weather boat ramp, it is an ideal location for every season. It has a special 'wow' factor that you will always remember.

About the property:
The Saltworks Beach House consists of an historic cottage, that was rebuilt from ruins in 1987 along with the construction of an adjoining building and 3-bay garage. The renovated property was a finalist in the Australian Institute of Architect’s national Robin Boyd Award in that same year. The cottage was formerly the Overseer’s cottage of the Lisdillon Salt Works, built and operated by James Radcliffe in 1830’s using convict labour. It is surrounded by expansive water views and a large olive grove.

Today, the open planned cottage contains a fully equipped kitchen, dining area and comfortable lounge where you can sit in front of an open fire, sip a glass of wine, read a book or watch TV. Attached to the cottage is a large sunroom providing outdoor seating and an additional dining area where you can take in the magnificent views regardless of the weather.

Sleeping:
The property comfortably sleeps 8 people across 4 bedrooms. Two decks connect the cottage to the adjoining building which features 3 bedrooms, a bathroom and a spacious sitting room off a sunlit gallery. A fourth bedroom and additional bathroom and laundry is available off the garage. The property features: 1 queen, 2 doubles and a king size bed that can be split to make 2 single beds. Talk to us, we will happily configure the sleeping arrangements to suit your needs and can pull out an extra trundle bed or sofa bed if required. See attached floor plan.

Kitchen:
We provide a range of teas, coffee plunger, milk, breakfast cereal, a rice cooker and cooking essentials such as herbs, spices, oil and sauces in a well equipped kitchen and an outside BBQ. The freshly pressed olive oil comes direct from the olive grove surrounding our property - known as Olives By the Sea.

Guests have full access to the property except for the garage which is used for storage. There is room for parking close to the house and plenty of space for boats and trailers in the yard.

Things To Do:
The Saltworks Beach House offers various living areas and nooks to escape to. We provide a range of books, DVDs, jigsaws, cards, games and binoculars for your enjoyment, along with a Bose bluetooth speaker, so you can listen to your own favourite music.

Guests have direct access to two beaches which are very safe for swimming and body surfing plus a coastal walk immediately in front of the property.

A two minute stroll from the property, across the headland reserve, brings you to the original ruins of the Lisdillon Salt Works, where you can read about its history and operations first hand. They remain an important historic and archeological site.

Only a two minute drive away is access to a jetty and a dual lane concrete boat ramp with a central pontoon platform. This all weather and all tide boat ramp is at the mouth of the Little Swanport River, ideal for kayaking in the estuary or launching any sized boat to head out to sea. A beautiful, sparkling waterway shared with numerous pelicans, fairy terns, pied oyster catchers, herons, black swans and if you are lucky, our resident sea eagle.

The Saltworks Beach House is a place where you can kick back and do nothing or get active and do lots!

Location:
The Saltworks Beach House is located along Saltworks Road which takes its name from the historic Lisdillon Salt Works and is now a small sleepy settlement consisting of around 25 large blocks, predominately weekenders with a few permanent residents. The properties are well spaced for privacy. As there is no through road, the Saltworks remains one of the east coast's best kept secrets, known predominatley by local fishermen in search of bream, crayfish, flathead, salmon, calamari, scollops and abalone.

Getting There: The Saltworks Beach House is one and a half hours from the Hobart airport and also one and a half hours from the Launceston airport. It is accessed via Saltworks Road which joins the Tasman Highway between Boomer Creek (to the South) and Lisdillon Rivulet (to the North). It sits almost exactly halfway between Triabunna (28 kms South - 22 mins) and Swansea (24 kms North - 19 mins).

Nearby Things To Do:
The Saltworks Beach House is ideally located to explore all that is on offer along Tasmania's scenic East Coast, with it's spectacular coastline, vast skies and wild beaches. Enjoy the numerous wineries, national parks and historic sites along the way.

From The Saltworks Beach House travelling South, it is only 28 kms to Triabunna, where ferries leave daily for Maria Island National Park. There is an extensive Information Centre in Triabunna along with two hotels, coffee shops, a grocery store, a petrol station and access to free Wifi. Make sure you stop at the Fish Van down by the Triabunna jetty for a great feed of local fish and chips.

A further 10 minutes drive South brings you to the coastal town of Orford and access to Spring Beach and Rheban Beach. Enjoy a Woodfire pizza at Scorchers by the River or a cup of coffee at the Gateway Cafe.

Heading North, travel 24 kms to reach the seaside village of Swansea. Stop at historic 'Spiky Bridge' and visit Kate's Berry Farm to taste yummy ice-cream, homemade chocolate and jams. Swansea has a petrol station, two grocery stores, cafes, restaurants, a newsagent and the Bark Mill Tavern and Bakery. Great coffee can be found at Artifakt Gallery and Cafe and if you have time, check out the restored old Bark Mill and the Historic Museum. The town also has free Wifi.

Beyond Swansea and only 82 kms (1 hr. 10 mins) drive from the Saltworks is Coles Bay - the gateway to beautiful Freycinet Peninsula and Wine Glass Bay. Further North takes you to the coastal town of Bicheno, famous for its lichen-covered boulders. Just a little further on is the Douglas-Apsley National Park. Lots of wineries to visit on this stretch of the Coast, try stopping at picturesque Devils Corner winery over looking Moulting Lagoon Reserve or The Farm Shed - East Coast Wine Centre.

For longer trips it is 112kms (1.5hrs) drive to Hobart and 160kms (2 hrs) to Launceston via the Lake Leak road.

The Hobart airport is 1.5 hrs south of the Saltworks Beach House. The Launceston airport is also only 1.5 hrs drive North.

Property manager

Mercia Bresnehan

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • 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 village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number DA 18070

Property is also known as

222574

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends?

Yep, Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends is a short 4-minute walk from Saltworks Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and waterskiing. You can also find water sports equipment.

Does Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends have a pool?

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

Does Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends?

No, Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends?

No, pets are not allowed.

Saltworks Beach House - fun with family & friends Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 47 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house in a great location, ideal base for exploring the East Coast
Interesting mix of old and new that works well....open fire in the old cottage was wonderful, new extension was very comfortable. Lovely to hear the waves crashing on the beach at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter at salt works
This was a special weekend with old friends. It was a perfect place to relax, cook and enjoy the open fireplace! Beaches were amazing ! River mouth had a seals, fish and waves!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place!
Stunning location amd accommodation! We had a wonderful stay thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Group of 5 from Adelaide
Enjoyed our 2 night stay - accomodation excellent, view beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful position, plenty of room to move, comfortable and very pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Saltworks in Tasmania
This property is in a lovely location. Right near the beach and an olive orchard. The accommodation is rustic, very comfortable, and has lots of amenities. While there is some marginal WiFi access 15-20 minutes away, the home does not have any, but if you have decent internet you might be able to get a signal. Groceries and other basic necessities are 20 minutes a way (north or south) so just be prepared. If you are, Saltworks is a wonderful getaway, near some amazing natural places to visit. Would recommend a day time arrival as the drive is windy and dark and LOTS of animals darting across the roads. Overall, would highly recommend Saltworks. Beautiful sunrises and sunsets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay at a beautiful property
We had an excellent stay at Saltworks Beach House. Tam and Mercia clearly thought through the needs of their guests and we found we had everything we needed, plus lots of fun extras (beach toys, beach towels, games, etc). Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oscar L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
Absolutely great stay. A must if you are doing the east coast. Pristine waters and a well kept abode.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Terrific property with all amenities taken care of
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Thank you Mercia and Tam for sharing your wonderful beach house! We had a wonderful few days here for a family get together. The house and location were amazing! We appreciated all of the thoughtful extras such as board games and beach towels. Communication prior to arrival was excellent and we were made to feel very welcome. We only wish we had more time. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply a great place!
This is the second time we have stayed and it is as perfect as ever. Stunning views, tasteful furnishings, great spaces for friends to share time together, great for swimming and walking, very well equipped kitchen, warm…we look forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Celebrating our Mum's 90th Birthday
This property is absolutely beautiful.The views are to die for and extremely clean.We were celebrating our Mum's 90th Birthday and she loved it all.There is a gorgeous kitchen/lounge area with a great big open fire and an Aircon,which we enjoyed a few drinks around every night.The property is so well catered for as they supplied things you wouldn't expect and was very appreciated. Spotlessly clean and very well kept.The beach was a short walk and stunning,my Grandson even went for a swim..well with some encouragement 🤣..At the end of the road there is a nature reserve and a jetty and the walks of a morning were beautiful. I highly recommend this stunning home to anyone wanting a quiet getaway to just chill and relax or get out and about and explore all the history the area has to offer. Thank you Mercier and Tam for a wonderful time away.Your home is stunning. Thanks from Fiona,Leanne,Megan,Myrene,Lauren and Kaiden.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica S., Hobart

Liked: Cleanliness
A very pleasant stay
A beautiful property. Plenty of space, comfortable, very clean, gorgeous views of a very private beach. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill I.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Ingall’s
A lovely place to tune out of work and back into nature
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute beach house
Our extended family enjoyed the beach house, it was clean and had good amenities and really conveniently located to a small beach. We were using this house as a base to travel to Freycinet National Park so didn’t get time to enjoy the beach as much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday
We loved everything about the property and had a wonderful stay. The property is spacious, well equipped, and cosy. The kitchen is very well appointed with all that you could need to cook up a storm. The beds were comfortable, and it was lovely to hear the ocean. The host Mercia communicated detailed instructions on how to find the property and was easy to contact when we had an issue upon our arrival. Even though the weather was grey and miserable we were able to explore the beach and surrounds between the rain showers. We hope to return for a weekend with the rest of our family who unfortunately were unable to join us due to Covid. Thank you for sharing your beautiful property Mercia and Tam Cathy and co
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot for a peaceful & relaxed family getaway.
An attractive and well thought out property for family groups. We were 2 X families of 4, both with young children. Sublime location, with a practically private beach, large grassed yard for the kids to play outside, tastefully decorated, and every detail well thought out (kids toys, kitchen utensils, etc). Plenty of room indoors, lending to various activities ( the sunroom became a favourite "craft space" for our kids during the stay. Thanks again Mercia and Tam!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely and roomy house with beautiful views of the Freycinet.
We had a lovely weekend. Even though the weather was wet we were able to keep cosy in the renovated stone cottage section of the house. The host was quick to respond to communication and gave good directions.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jean G., Turners Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location
This is a beautiful property so close to the beach with splendid views. Even in bad weather there is plenty to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Salt Works Beach House Serenity
Perfect location and house for rest and relaxation. Nature rules outside and inside the house is comfort plus. Peace, quiet, and stunning views. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Clare D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tassie Getaway
Lovely location for a getaway, heating the home was a little difficult in winter. Would be a lovely place to stay in warmer months. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

Liked: Cleanliness
History with a View
This is a beautifully restored historic stone cottage with a modern extension. The property is spacious and very well appointed. The layout gives space and privacy to larger groups travelling together. However, the multiple living areas also means it is equally warm and cosy for a smaller group. The property has a modern kitchen with every appliance needed to whip up a gourmet meal with locally sourced produce. The open fireplace and large dining/lounge room encourages chatting with a red wine in hand. The location was perfect for us. Quiet with stunning ocean views. A very short stroll to a white sand beach. Off the beaten track but close enough smaller towns, wineries, etc... Our host Mercia was wonderful and very accommodating. We had to reschedule our stay due to COVID lock downs and Mercia went out off her way to assist us. Extremely helpful and responsive to all communications. We can not recommend the Saltworks Beach House enough. We could continue with more superlatives but you should discover more highlights for yourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonja T., Tasmania

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous destination and accommodation
The house was so homely and well equipped. Many different areas to sit and enjoy the surrounds with a great kitchen/living area. Ideal spot for a truly relaxing, quiet getaway. We loved it. Felt very special.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

keith m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thumbs Up !
Really nice property, well equipped for adults and children. Owner was really good to deal with, a nice beach was very close. Historic ruins a bonus. Overall, a grand experience !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021