Coachman's Rest Cabin

Summary:
Escape the mundane routines and take your weekend getaways at Coachman's Rest Cabin. The ideal farm stay Tasmania retreat nestled in the tranquil town of Sorell, close to Richmond, Dunalley, and Hobart, as well as Tasmania's popular tourist attractions.

Built-in the 1840s, the charming Georgian Belmont farmhouse still retains its original Coach house and Stables that sit within a large English-style garden.

The Space:
Coachman’s Rest Cabin is located in the country town of Sorell, Tasmania. Nearby Bangor Vineyard Shed, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, and Port Arthur Tours just 53 minutes away. A comfortable stay set in a tranquil garden setting, with serenading birds, vibrant foliage, and even spot native wildlife around the area.

Complete with easy access to water, split air conditioning, a kitchenette, cooking equipment, and excellent bathroom facilities including a waterless eco-friendly compost toilet, hand basin, and shower (gas heated for hot showers). It focuses on satisfying people’s needs with natural resources and processes to save water through using eco-friendly toilets to save the environment.

If you plan to spend your farm stay Tasmania retreats here, basic necessities such as food and drink can be sourced from the nearby supermarkets and cafes.

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the tiny house and its surroundings, including the main garden and parking on site.

The Neighborhood:
Coachman’s Rest Cabin is located within the township of Sorell, Tasmania. A convenient starting point to explore local markets, farmlands, vineyards, distilleries, and Tasmania’s historic convict settlements.

Hobart, Dunalley, and Richmond are all within a 12-28 minute drive of the property.

Our local recommendations:

- Salamanca Market is a Tasmanian street market open every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Bangor Vineyard Shed is an award-winning vineyard that provides excellent dinners, fine wines, and a relaxed ambiance.
- Port Arthur Tours is available, known as a UNESCO world heritage-listed convict settlement with more than 30 historic buildings to explore.
- Sorell Fruit Farm is an award-winning attraction and orchard farm that allows visitors to "pick their own fruits," when in season.
- Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is home to a wide variety of unique collections, including the country's sole Subantarctic Plant House.

Getting Around:
By car: We are happy to negotiate airport pickup and transport in our Tesla Model 3 to and from the Hobart CBD if needed. Please contact your land host 48 hrs before arrival to make the necessary arrangements.

- To/from the CBD would be $60 each way.
- To/from the airport would be $30 each way.

By public transport: We recommend guests to travel by private vehicle or rent a car. Thank you.

Other Things to Note:
- No WiFi
- No pets allowed on the property
- No smoking allowed on the property
- Mobile reception is good for all networks
- No unregistered guests or visitors are allowed
- Some areas are shared, such as the BBQ grill, chairs, etc.
- Please note there will be some road noise as the tiny house is situated in Sorell
- Don’t forget to close the windows and lock the doors when leaving the tiny house
- Make sure to turn off the lights, air conditioning, and electronics (e.g., especially chargers)
- We would like to advise guests that longer stays or later check-outs will incur an additional charge.

Guest Advisory

- We would like to remind guests that our tiny house follows ecologically sustainable principles, including a waterless eco-friendly compost toilet.

Important note:

- Due to the nature of the property, abundant wildlife may be present on the property
- Keep in mind that BBQ grills and outdoor fire pits are not available during a total fire ban
- In order to maintain the cleanliness and functionality of our compost toilets a minimum additional cleaning fee is applied for stays of 5 nights or more. We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring a hygienic experience during your stay.