Derwent Retreat is a fully equipped house situated on Stony point in historic Austins Ferry 15 minutes from Hobart. It has some of the best views in the state with a Panorama stretching from Mt Wellington in the south to Mt Direction to the east and north to the Quoin and beyond. The area is surrounded by parks and steeped in history.
You drive through James Austin Park on the north side of the Yacht club and where the first ferry in Tasmania was located to get to Derwent retreat which is on the site of the original Hestercombe Inn built by George Govett who ran a ferry in competition to James Austin across the Derwent in the 1820's.
The property is fully furnished, has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen and laundry, barbecue, towels, linen, TV, etc. It sleeps eight people and one baby and all rooms have majestic views of the river and Mt Wellington.
The property has a modern fully equipped kitchen with microwave, hotplates, stove and fridge. The laundry has a washing machine and dryer. On the balcony there is a gas barbecue and second dining table and chairs. All linen and crockery are provided and there is a TV, stereo etc. central heating or wood stove for warmth, a local call only telephone, wireless internet for business and large garden with many natural rock features and small basketball hoop for relaxation. Derwent Retreat is is surrounded by water or parks and located a short drive or walk away through Austin Park to a public launching ramp and yacht club. It has a large garden with many natural rock features.
Derwent Retreat is an ideal Hobart base for business or pleasure, only a short drive from the Brooker Highway and close to major business and tourist attractions such as Moorilla, Cadburys, Alpenrail, Bonorong Park, Richmond, Salmon Ponds and the Derwent valley. Claremont Golf and Bowls Clubs are both only a couple of kilometres away. Public transport is easily accessed and shops are less than half a kilometre away. A Woolworths-Safeway Shopping Centre is one kilometre away. (See Activities). All main rooms have wonderful views of the Derwent River and Mount Wellington.
Derwent Retreat is rented short to medium term at competitive rates and is suitable for business people looking for somewhere to stay, a retreat or quiet place to work or holiday makers keen on sampling the many attractions that the Hobart region is famous for.
Brochures are available on our downloads page.
Room/Bed Configuration
Sleeps 6, with folding beds 8
Master Bedroom - Queen size bed
Bedroom - Double bed
Bedroom - Two single beds
Folding Beds on request
Portacot on request (Babies stay for free)
The sofas are very comfortable!
Bathrooms and Toilets
Master bedroom ensuite with shower and toilet
Bathroom with bath and shower in hall
Separate toilet in hall
Business Facilities
Derwent retreat has a computer and desk supplied. Broadband is also available at no charge provided it is not abused.
Library
We have a large book swap library
CD's and Videos
Plenty are provided for you to play during your stay
Local Call only Telephone
A local call only telephone is provided. The number is +61 3 62750095
Facilities of the Elderly and Physically Handicapped
There are two steps to the front door with a rail on the right side. The foyer and living room are on this level and then there are two steps down again to the dining, kitchen bathrooms and bedrooms which are all on the one level.
Hand rails are installed on the two steps down to the dining room, in the main toilet and next to the bath.
Other Facilites
The property has a modern fully equipped kitchen with microwave, hotplates, stove and fridge. The laundry has a washing machine and dryer. There is a separate barbecue area with a second dining table and chairs. All linen and crockery are provided and there is a TV, stereo etc. wood stove for warmth, a local call only telephone and, wireless internet for business and large garden with many natural rock features and small basketball hoop for relaxation.
Photo Gallery
Outside
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Derwent Retreat from the south shore. |  |
The front drive into Derwent Retreat. |
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Derwent Retreat from the launching ramp jetty. |  |
The front entrance to Derwent Retreat. |
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Derwent Retreat from the private courtyard. |  |
Nearby launching facilities. |
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Derwent Retreat from the water. |
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Yachts at anchorage in front of Derwent Retreat. |
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Derwent Retreat from the private courtyard. |  |
View from balcony barbecue area. |
Inside
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Master bedroom with queen sized bed and ensuite bathroom. Brand new mattress,TV, clock radio, phone, underfloor heating, views, plenty of built ins. |  |
Stove and hall. |
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Ensuite to master bedroom. Freshly painted, fan, heaters, shower no bath. |  |
Sitting room. Magnificant views, heaters as well as underfloor heating. |
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Walk in robe, underfloor heating, views, plenty of built ins. |  |
Architecturally designed foyer area. |
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TV in master bedroom, underfloor heating, views, plenty of built ins. |  |
Sitting room. TV, stove and views. |
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Bedroom with double bed brand new mattress, underfloor heating, views, plenty of built ins. |  |
Sitting room. TV, computer and desk with views. |
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Second bathroom. Freshly painted, fan, heaters, shower and bath. |  |
The spacious dining room with magnificant views. |
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Bedroom with two single beds. Brand new mattresses, underfloor heating, views, plenty of built ins. |  |
Library and bar with sink. Same room as dining and walk through to sitting room. |
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Outdoor dining. barbecue, chairs, table and easychairs looking south east to Mt Direction. |  |
Fully equipped ktichen. All facilities, a dream to entertain from. |
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Outdoor dining. barbecue, chairs, table and easychairs looking southwest to yacht club. |  |
Laundry facilities. Washing machine and drier with natural air clothesline outside. |
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Sundeck and barbecue area looking east |  |
Floor Plan |
Garden & Views
