Peppers Seaport Launceston

Embark on an On Board Cruise and journey into the faraway corners of Tasmania. Discover other-worldly terrain and venture into untracked places.

Built in 1825, Woodbridge is one of Australia’s oldest historic houses and enjoys an idyllic location on the banks of the River Derwent.

Its eight luxury rooms are located in the main mansion house and enjoy views out over the water. With 200-year-old blackwood floors and original multi-pane windows as well as contemporary furniture, rooms are the perfect blend of tradition and modernity.

Enjoy fine food and drink in The Pavilion restaurant and a glass of Australian wine at the bar or under the shade of the almond trees. There is plenty to do around the hotel, with bikes and kayaks free for guests to borrow and lots of pretty riverside walks.

 

Overlooking the blue waters of Great Oyster Bay and backed by the rugged Hazards mountain range Freycinet Lodge enjoys fabulous location as the only accommodation in Freycinet National Park.

There are 60 low key rooms and cabins, ranging from single rooms to family cabins and spacious suites with spa baths, all nestled in the native bushland and connected to the main lodge by timber walkways.

Two restaurants, lounge and bar complete with crackling log fire make the most of the views across the bay.

With the national park around you, there is an abundance of things to do at Freycinet Lodge, from sea kayaking to bush walking, scenic flights, penguin tours, bay cruises and quad biking.

Found in the port city of Hobart, the Islington Hotel is a small and exclusive hotel. Its history dates back to 1847 and the interiors are befitting of the Regency style in which it was built. From the outside, however, the hotel is thoroughly contemporary with a floor-to-ceiling glass facade.

The are just 11 rooms, each beautifully styled with fine art, antiques and rich fabrics. Some may be tucked up high at the top of the stairs, providing views of surrounding mountains, while others are more private with terraces opening onto verdant gardens filled with flowering rhododendron and cherry trees.

In terms of dining, the kitchen at the Islington is one that focuses on seasonal and organic produce, with an emphasis on exceptional local offerings.

Close by is the fascinating MONA, Museum of Old and New Art. For the discerning connoisseur, visit the many boutique wineries of the Coal Valley region. The famous Salamanca Market is a must, opening every Saturday without fail.